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South Carolina Standards:  (List the standards students are expected to master in this course)

Next Generation Science Standards

Lesson 1.1 - Identity: Human

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 

Lesson 1.2 - Identity: Tissues

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 

Lesson 1.3 - Identity: Molecules and Cells

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 

Lesson 2.1 - The Brain

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 

Lesson 3.1 - Introduction to Power

Lesson 3.2 - Food

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 
HS-LS1-7. Use a model to illustrate that cellular respiration is a chemical process whereby the bonds of food molecules and oxygen molecules are broken and the bonds in new compounds are formed resulting in a net transfer of energy. (HS.LS1.7) 

Lesson 3.3 - Oxygen

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 

Lesson 3.4 - Water

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 
HS-LS1-3. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that feedback mechanisms maintain homeostasis. (HS.LS1.3) 

Lesson 4.1 - Joints

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 

Lesson 4.2 - Muscles

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 

Lesson 4.3 - Blood Flow

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 

Lesson 4.4 - Energy and Motion - Exercise Physiology

High School

From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

HS-LS1-2. Develop and use a model to illustrate the hierarchical organization of interacting systems that provide specific functions within multicellular organisms. (HS.LS1.2) 
HS-LS1-3. Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence that feedback mechanisms maintain homeostasis. (HS.LS1.3) 

Engineering Design

HS-ETS1-2. Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering. (HS.ETS1.2) 
HS-ETS1-3. Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts. (HS.ETS1.3) 

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Common Core State Standards for Mathematical Practice (HS)

Lesson 1.1 - Identity: Human

Lesson 1.2 - Identity: Tissues

Number and Quantity

Quantities
-Reason Quantitatively And Use Units To Solve Problems.

1. Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems; choose and interpret units consistently in formulas; choose and interpret the scale and the origin in graphs and data displays. (N.Q .1) 
   2. Define appropriate quantities for the purpose of descriptive modeling. (N.Q .2) 
   3. Choose a level of accuracy appropriate to limitations on measurement when reporting quantities. (N.Q .3) 

Algebra

Seeing Structure In Expressions
-Interpret The Structure Of Expressions

1. Interpret expressions that represent a quantity in terms of its context. (A.SSE.1) 

Creating Equations
-Create Equations That Describe Numbers Or Relationships

2. Create equations in two or more variables to represent relationships between quantities; graph equations on coordinate axes with labels and scales. (A.CED.2) 
   4. Rearrange formulas to highlight a quantity of interest, using the same reasoning as in solving equations. For example, rearrange Ohm's law V = IR to highlight resistance R.(A.CED.4) 

Reasoning With Equations And Inequalities
-Solve Equations And Inequalities In One Variable

3. Solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable, including equations with coefficients represented by letters. (A.REI.3) 

-Represent And Solve Equations And Inequalities Graphically

10. Understand that the graph of an equation in two variables is the set of all its solutions plotted in the coordinate plane, often forming a curve (which could be a line). (A.REI.10) 

Functions

Interpreting Functions
-Interpret Functions That Arise In Applications In Terms Of The Context

4. For a function that models a relationship between two quantities, interpret key features of graphs and tables in terms of the quantities, and sketch graphs showing key features given a verbal description of the relationship. Key features include: intercepts; intervals where the function is increasing, decreasing, positive, or negative; relative maximums and minimums; symmetries; end behavior; and periodicity.* (F.IF.4) 

-Analyze Functions Using Different Representations

7. Graph functions expressed symbolically and show key features of the graph, by hand in simple cases and using technology for more complicated cases.* (F.IF.7) 
   7.a. Graph linear and quadratic functions and show intercepts, maxima, and minima. (F.IF.7.a) 

Statistics and Probability

Interpreting Categorical And Quantitative Data
-Summarize, Represent, And Interpret Data On A Single Count Or Measurement Variable

1. Represent data with plots on the real number line (dot plots, histograms, and box plots). (S.ID.1) 

-Summarize, Represent, And Interpret Data On Two Categorical And Quantitative Variables

6.a. Fit a function to the data; use functions fitted to data to solve problems in the context of the data. Use given functions or choose a function suggested by the context. Emphasize linear, quadratic, and exponential models. (S.ID.6.a) 
6.c. Fit a linear function for a scatter plot that suggests a linear association. (S.ID.6.c) 

-Interpret Linear Models

7. Interpret the slope (rate of change) and the intercept (constant term) of a linear model in the context of the data. (S.ID.7) 

Lesson 1.3 - Identity: Molecules and Cells

Number and Quantity

Quantities
-Reason Quantitatively And Use Units To Solve Problems.

1. Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems; choose and interpret units consistently in formulas; choose and interpret the scale and the origin in graphs and data displays. (N.Q .1) 
   2. Define appropriate quantities for the purpose of descriptive modeling. (N.Q .2) 
   3. Choose a level of accuracy appropriate to limitations on measurement when reporting quantities. (N.Q .3) 

Statistics and Probability

Making Inferences And Justifying Conclusions
-Make Inferences And Justify Conclusions From Sample Surveys, Experiments, And Observational Studies

6. Evaluate reports based on data. (S.IC.6) 

Lesson 2.1 - The Brain

Lesson 3.1 - Introduction to Power

Lesson 3.2 - Food

Number and Quantity

Quantities
-Reason Quantitatively And Use Units To Solve Problems.

1. Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems; choose and interpret units consistently in formulas; choose and interpret the scale and the origin in graphs and data displays. (N.Q .1) 
   2. Define appropriate quantities for the purpose of descriptive modeling. (N.Q .2) 

Algebra

Seeing Structure In Expressions
-Interpret The Structure Of Expressions

1. Interpret expressions that represent a quantity in terms of its context. (A.SSE.1) 

Reasoning With Equations And Inequalities
-Understand Solving Equations As A Process Of Reasoning And Explain The Reasoning

1. Explain each step in solving a simple equation as following from the equality of numbers asserted at the previous step, starting from the assumption that the original equation has a solution. Construct a viable argument to justify a solution method. (A.REI.1) 

Statistics and Probability

Making Inferences And Justifying Conclusions
-Make Inferences And Justify Conclusions From Sample Surveys, Experiments, And Observational Studies

6. Evaluate reports based on data. (S.IC.6) 

Lesson 3.3 - Oxygen

Number and Quantity

Quantities
-Reason Quantitatively And Use Units To Solve Problems.

1. Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems; choose and interpret units consistently in formulas; choose and interpret the scale and the origin in graphs and data displays. (N.Q .1) 
   2. Define appropriate quantities for the purpose of descriptive modeling. (N.Q .2) 
   3. Choose a level of accuracy appropriate to limitations on measurement when reporting quantities. (N.Q .3) 

Algebra

Seeing Structure In Expressions
-Interpret The Structure Of Expressions

1. Interpret expressions that represent a quantity in terms of its context. (A.SSE.1) 
   1.a. Interpret parts of an expression, such as terms, factors, and coefficients. (A.SSE.1.a) 

Reasoning With Equations And Inequalities
-Understand Solving Equations As A Process Of Reasoning And Explain The Reasoning

1. Explain each step in solving a simple equation as following from the equality of numbers asserted at the previous step, starting from the assumption that the original equation has a solution. Construct a viable argument to justify a solution method. (A.REI.1) 

Functions

Interpreting Functions
-Interpret Functions That Arise In Applications In Terms Of The Context

4. For a function that models a relationship between two quantities, interpret key features of graphs and tables in terms of the quantities, and sketch graphs showing key features given a verbal description of the relationship. Key features include: intercepts; intervals where the function is increasing, decreasing, positive, or negative; relative maximums and minimums; symmetries; end behavior; and periodicity.* (F.IF.4) 

-Analyze Functions Using Different Representations

7. Graph functions expressed symbolically and show key features of the graph, by hand in simple cases and using technology for more complicated cases.* (F.IF.7) 

Statistics and Probability

Making Inferences And Justifying Conclusions
-Make Inferences And Justify Conclusions From Sample Surveys, Experiments, And Observational Studies

6. Evaluate reports based on data. (S.IC.6) 

Lesson 3.4 - Water

Number and Quantity

Quantities
-Reason Quantitatively And Use Units To Solve Problems.

2. Define appropriate quantities for the purpose of descriptive modeling. (N.Q .2) 
   3. Choose a level of accuracy appropriate to limitations on measurement when reporting quantities. (N.Q .3) 

Statistics and Probability

Making Inferences And Justifying Conclusions
-Make Inferences And Justify Conclusions From Sample Surveys, Experiments, And Observational Studies

6. Evaluate reports based on data. (S.IC.6) 

Lesson 4.1 - Joints

Number and Quantity

Quantities
-Reason Quantitatively And Use Units To Solve Problems.

2. Define appropriate quantities for the purpose of descriptive modeling. (N.Q .2) 
   3. Choose a level of accuracy appropriate to limitations on measurement when reporting quantities. (N.Q .3) 

Geometry

Modeling With Geometry
-Apply Geometric Concepts In Modeling Situations

1. Use geometric shapes, their measures, and their properties to describe objects (e.g., modeling a tree trunk or a human torso as a cylinder).* (G.MG.1) 

Statistics and Probability

Making Inferences And Justifying Conclusions
-Make Inferences And Justify Conclusions From Sample Surveys, Experiments, And Observational Studies

6. Evaluate reports based on data. (S.IC.6) 

Lesson 4.2 - Muscles

Statistics and Probability

Making Inferences And Justifying Conclusions
-Make Inferences And Justify Conclusions From Sample Surveys, Experiments, And Observational Studies

6. Evaluate reports based on data. (S.IC.6) 

Lesson 4.3 - Blood Flow

Number and Quantity

Quantities
-Reason Quantitatively And Use Units To Solve Problems.

1. Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems; choose and interpret units consistently in formulas; choose and interpret the scale and the origin in graphs and data displays. (N.Q .1) 

Algebra

Seeing Structure In Expressions
-Interpret The Structure Of Expressions

1. Interpret expressions that represent a quantity in terms of its context. (A.SSE.1) 

Reasoning With Equations And Inequalities
-Understand Solving Equations As A Process Of Reasoning And Explain The Reasoning

1. Explain each step in solving a simple equation as following from the equality of numbers asserted at the previous step, starting from the assumption that the original equation has a solution. Construct a viable argument to justify a solution method. (A.REI.1) 

Statistics and Probability

Making Inferences And Justifying Conclusions
-Make Inferences And Justify Conclusions From Sample Surveys, Experiments, And Observational Studies

6. Evaluate reports based on data. (S.IC.6) 

Lesson 4.4 - Energy and Motion - Exercise Physiology

Number and Quantity

Quantities
-Reason Quantitatively And Use Units To Solve Problems.

1. Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems; choose and interpret units consistently in formulas; choose and interpret the scale and the origin in graphs and data displays. (N.Q .1) 

Algebra

Seeing Structure In Expressions
-Interpret The Structure Of Expressions

1. Interpret expressions that represent a quantity in terms of its context. (A.SSE.1) 

Functions

Interpreting Functions
-Interpret Functions That Arise In Applications In Terms Of The Context

4. For a function that models a relationship between two quantities, interpret key features of graphs and tables in terms of the quantities, and sketch graphs showing key features given a verbal description of the relationship. Key features include: intercepts; intervals where the function is increasing, decreasing, positive, or negative; relative maximums and minimums; symmetries; end behavior; and periodicity.* (F.IF.4) 

-Analyze Functions Using Different Representations

7. Graph functions expressed symbolically and show key features of the graph, by hand in simple cases and using technology for more complicated cases.* (F.IF.7) 

Statistics and Probability

Interpreting Categorical And Quantitative Data
-Summarize, Represent, And Interpret Data On A Single Count Or Measurement Variable

1. Represent data with plots on the real number line (dot plots, histograms, and box plots). (S.ID.1) 

Making Inferences And Justifying Conclusions
-Make Inferences And Justify Conclusions From Sample Surveys, Experiments, And Observational Studies

6. Evaluate reports based on data. (S.IC.6) 

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Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts

Lesson 1.1 - Identity: Human

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. (AS.R.2) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 

Text Types and Purposes

4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 
   4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.SL.4) 
   5. Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations. (AS.SL.5) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 
   6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (AS.L.6) 

Lesson 1.2 - Identity: Tissues

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. (AS.R.2) 
   4. Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone. (AS.R.4) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. (AS.W.5) 
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 
   6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (AS.L.6) 

Lesson 1.3 - Identity: Molecules and Cells

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

4. Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone. (AS.R.4) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 
   10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently. (AS.R.10) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. (AS.W.5) 
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. (AS.W.9) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 
   4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.SL.4) 
   5. Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations. (AS.SL.5) 
   6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (AS.SL.6) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 

Lesson 2.1 - The Brain

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   4. Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone. (AS.R.4) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 

Text Types and Purposes

2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. (AS.W.9) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 
   6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (AS.L.6) 

Lesson 3.1 - Introduction to Power

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 

Lesson 3.2 - Food

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. (AS.R.2) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 
   10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently. (AS.R.10) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. (AS.W.5) 
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. (AS.W.9) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 
   4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.SL.4) 
   5. Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations. (AS.SL.5) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 
   6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (AS.L.6) 

Lesson 3.3 - Oxygen

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. (AS.R.2) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. (AS.W.3) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. (AS.W.5) 
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. (AS.W.9) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 

Lesson 3.4 - Water

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. (AS.R.2) 
   4. Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone. (AS.R.4) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 
   8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, including the validity of the reasoning as well as the relevance and sufficiency of the evidence. (AS.R.8) 
   10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently. (AS.R.10) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. (AS.W.5) 
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. (AS.W.9) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.SL.4) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 
   6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (AS.L.6) 

Lesson 4.1 - Joints

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 
   10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently. (AS.R.10) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 

Lesson 4.2 - Muscles

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. (AS.R.2) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 
   10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently. (AS.R.10) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 
   4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.SL.4) 
   5. Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations. (AS.SL.5) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 
   6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (AS.L.6) 

Lesson 4.3 - Blood Flow

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. (AS.R.2) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 
   10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently. (AS.R.10) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. (AS.W.9) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 
   4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.SL.4) 
   5. Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations. (AS.SL.5) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 
   6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (AS.L.6) 

Lesson 4.4 - Energy and Motion - Exercise Physiology

Reading

Key Ideas and Details

1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. (AS.R.1) 
   2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. (AS.R.2) 
   7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. (AS.R.7) 
   8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, including the validity of the reasoning as well as the relevance and sufficiency of the evidence. (AS.R.8) 
   10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently. (AS.R.10) 

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. (AS.W.1) 
   2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. (AS.W.2) 
   3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. (AS.W.3) 
   4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.W.4)
   5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. (AS.W.5) 
   6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. (AS.W.6) 
   7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. (AS.W.7) 
   8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. (AS.W.8) 
   9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. (AS.W.9) 
   10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (AS.W.10) 

Comprehension and Collaboration

1. Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. (AS.SL.1) 
   2. Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. (AS.SL.2) 
   4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (AS.SL.4) 
   5. Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations. (AS.SL.5) 
   6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (AS.SL.6) 

Conventions of Standard English

1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (AS.L.1) 
   2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. (AS.L.2) 
   4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate. (AS.L.4) 
   5. Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings. (AS.L.5) 
   6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (AS.L.6) 

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National Healthcare Foundation Standards and Accountability Criteria

Lesson 1.1 - Identity: Human

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.2 Recognize body planes, directional terms, quadrants, and cavities. (1.1.2) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Medical Terminology

2.2.1 Use roots, prefixes, and suffixes to communicate information. (2.2.1) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Team Member Participation

8.2.1 Recognize methods for building positive team relationships. (8.2.1) 

Lesson 1.2 - Identity: Tissues

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Medical Mathematics

1.3.1 Apply mathematical computations related to healthcare procedures (metric and household, conversions and measurements). (1.3.1) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Team Member Participation

8.2.1 Recognize methods for building positive team relationships. (8.2.1) 

Information Technology Applications

Health Information Management

11.1.1 Utilize current computer hardware and software. (11.1.1) 

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 1.3 - Identity: Molecules and Cells

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Employability Skills

Career Decision-making

4.3.2 Compare careers within the health science career pathways (diagnostic services, therapeutic services, health informatics, support services, or biotechnology research and development). (4.3.2) 

Safety Practices

Personal Safety

7.2.1 Apply personal safety procedures based on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regulations. (7.2.1) 

Environmental Safety

7.3.1 Apply safety techniques in the work environment. (7.3.1) 

Common Safety Hazards

7.4.1 Understand implications of hazardous materials. (7.4.1) 
7.4.2 Comply with safety signs, symbols, and labels. (7.4.2) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Information Technology Applications

Health Information Management

11.1.1 Utilize current computer hardware and software. (11.1.1) 

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 2.1 - The Brain

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.2 Recognize body planes, directional terms, quadrants, and cavities. (1.1.2) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Team Member Participation

8.2.1 Recognize methods for building positive team relationships. (8.2.1) 

Information Technology Applications

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 3.1 - Introduction to Power

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Information Technology Applications

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 3.2 - Food

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Diseases and Disorders

1.2.1 Describe common diseases and disorders of each body system (prevention, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment). (1.2.1) 

Medical Mathematics

1.3.2 Analyze diagrams, charts, graphs, and tables to interpret healthcare results. (1.3.2) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Safety Practices

Personal Safety

7.2.1 Apply personal safety procedures based on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regulations. (7.2.1) 

Environmental Safety

7.3.1 Apply safety techniques in the work environment. (7.3.1) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Health Maintenance Practices

Healthy Behaviors

9.1.1 Apply behaviors that promote health and wellness. (9.1.1) 
9.1.2 Describe strategies for the prevention of diseases including health screenings and examinations. (9.1.2) 

Information Technology Applications

Health Information Management

11.1.1 Utilize current computer hardware and software. (11.1.1) 

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 3.3 - Oxygen

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Diseases and Disorders

1.2.1 Describe common diseases and disorders of each body system (prevention, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment). (1.2.1) 

Medical Mathematics

1.3.1 Apply mathematical computations related to healthcare procedures (metric and household, conversions and measurements). (1.3.1) 
1.3.2 Analyze diagrams, charts, graphs, and tables to interpret healthcare results. (1.3.2) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Employability Skills

Career Decision-making

4.3.1 Discuss levels of education, credentialing requirements, and employment trends in healthcare. (4.3.1) 
4.3.2 Compare careers within the health science career pathways (diagnostic services, therapeutic services, health informatics, support services, or biotechnology research and development). (4.3.2) 

Safety Practices

Infection Control

7.1.1 Explain principles of infection control. (7.1.1) 

Personal Safety

7.2.1 Apply personal safety procedures based on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regulations. (7.2.1) 

Environmental Safety

7.3.1 Apply safety techniques in the work environment. (7.3.1) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Health Maintenance Practices

Healthy Behaviors

9.1.2 Describe strategies for the prevention of diseases including health screenings and examinations. (9.1.2) 

Technical Skills

Technical Skills

10.1.1 Apply procedures for measuring and recording vital signs including the normal ranges. (10.1.1) 

Information Technology Applications

Health Information Management

11.1.1 Utilize current computer hardware and software. (11.1.1) 

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 3.4 - Water

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.2 Recognize body planes, directional terms, quadrants, and cavities. (1.1.2) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Diseases and Disorders

1.2.1 Describe common diseases and disorders of each body system (prevention, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment). (1.2.1) 

Medical Mathematics

1.3.2 Analyze diagrams, charts, graphs, and tables to interpret healthcare results. (1.3.2) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Safety Practices

Personal Safety

7.2.1 Apply personal safety procedures based on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regulations. (7.2.1) 

Environmental Safety

7.3.1 Apply safety techniques in the work environment. (7.3.1) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Health Maintenance Practices

Healthy Behaviors

9.1.2 Describe strategies for the prevention of diseases including health screenings and examinations. (9.1.2) 

Information Technology Applications

Health Information Management

11.1.1 Utilize current computer hardware and software. (11.1.1) 

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 4.1 - Joints

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.2 Recognize body planes, directional terms, quadrants, and cavities. (1.1.2) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Diseases and Disorders

1.2.3 Investigate biomedical therapies as they relate to the prevention, pathology, and treatment of disease. (1.2.3) 

Medical Mathematics

1.3.2 Analyze diagrams, charts, graphs, and tables to interpret healthcare results. (1.3.2) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Safety Practices

Personal Safety

7.2.2 Apply principles of body mechanics. (7.2.2) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Health Maintenance Practices

Healthy Behaviors

9.1.1 Apply behaviors that promote health and wellness. (9.1.1) 
9.1.2 Describe strategies for the prevention of diseases including health screenings and examinations. (9.1.2) 

Information Technology Applications

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 4.2 - Muscles

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.2 Recognize body planes, directional terms, quadrants, and cavities. (1.1.2) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Diseases and Disorders

1.2.1 Describe common diseases and disorders of each body system (prevention, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment). (1.2.1) 
1.2.3 Investigate biomedical therapies as they relate to the prevention, pathology, and treatment of disease. (1.2.3) 

Medical Mathematics

1.3.2 Analyze diagrams, charts, graphs, and tables to interpret healthcare results. (1.3.2) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Safety Practices

Personal Safety

7.2.1 Apply personal safety procedures based on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regulations. (7.2.1) 

Environmental Safety

7.3.1 Apply safety techniques in the work environment. (7.3.1) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Health Maintenance Practices

Healthy Behaviors

9.1.1 Apply behaviors that promote health and wellness. (9.1.1) 

Information Technology Applications

Health Information Management

11.1.1 Utilize current computer hardware and software. (11.1.1) 

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 4.3 - Blood Flow

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Diseases and Disorders

1.2.1 Describe common diseases and disorders of each body system (prevention, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment). (1.2.1) 
1.2.3 Investigate biomedical therapies as they relate to the prevention, pathology, and treatment of disease. (1.2.3) 

Medical Mathematics

1.3.2 Analyze diagrams, charts, graphs, and tables to interpret healthcare results. (1.3.2) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Health Maintenance Practices

Healthy Behaviors

9.1.2 Describe strategies for the prevention of diseases including health screenings and examinations. (9.1.2) 

Technical Skills

Technical Skills

10.1.1 Apply procedures for measuring and recording vital signs including the normal ranges. (10.1.1) 

Information Technology Applications

Health Information Management

11.1.1 Utilize current computer hardware and software. (11.1.1) 

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

Lesson 4.4 - Energy and Motion - Exercise Physiology

Academic Foundation

Human Structure and Function

1.1.1 Classify the basic structural and functional organization of the human body (tissue, organ, and system). (1.1.1) 
1.1.3 Analyze the basic structure and function of the human body. (1.1.3) 

Diseases and Disorders

1.2.1 Describe common diseases and disorders of each body system (prevention, pathology, diagnosis, and treatment). (1.2.1) 
1.2.3 Investigate biomedical therapies as they relate to the prevention, pathology, and treatment of disease. (1.2.3) 

Medical Mathematics

1.3.2 Analyze diagrams, charts, graphs, and tables to interpret healthcare results. (1.3.2) 

Communications

Concepts of Effective Communication

2.1.1 Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication. (2.1.1) 
2.1.3 Report subjective and objective information. (2.1.3) 
2.1.5 Apply speaking and active listening skills. (2.1.5) 

Written Communication Skills

2.3.1 Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, and formatting). (2.3.1) 

Employability Skills

Career Decision-making

4.3.2 Compare careers within the health science career pathways (diagnostic services, therapeutic services, health informatics, support services, or biotechnology research and development). (4.3.2) 

Teamwork

Healthcare Teams

8.1.1 Understand roles and responsibilities of team members. (8.1.1) 
8.1.2 Recognize characteristics of effective teams. (8.1.2) 

Team Member Participation

8.2.1 Recognize methods for building positive team relationships. (8.2.1) 

Health Maintenance Practices

Healthy Behaviors

9.1.1 Apply behaviors that promote health and wellness. (9.1.1) 
9.1.2 Describe strategies for the prevention of diseases including health screenings and examinations. (9.1.2) 

Information Technology Applications

Health Information Management

11.1.1 Utilize current computer hardware and software. (11.1.1) 

Information Technology

11.2.1 Communicate using technology to access and distribute data and other information. (11.2.1) 

National Consortium for Health Science Education. (2012). National healthcare foundation standards and accountability criteria. Okemos, MI: NCHSE.

Retrieved: May 12, 2015

 

 

 

Other Standards:  (List national or local standards students are expected to master in this course)

• In addition to the Health Science Standards, see Science , Math, and English standards listed above.