Medical Terminology 2013-2014
Mrs. Brazfield
Conference Rm 2 & Office 205
Michelle.Brazfield@matsuk12.us
(907) 352-0460
My Background: I am a graduate of Wasilla High School and am very proud to
be joining the talented group of professionals at Career and Technical High School.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Science from the University of
Maryland and a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Alaska. I am highly qualified to teach
General Science, Biological Science, Zoology, Physical Science, Physics, and Chemistry.
Prior to becoming an educator I spent seven years in healthcare as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
and Technical Director of a sleep disorders facility. I am excited to have the opportunity to share my medical
and academic experience with students as a Health Sciences and Physical Science teacher.
Course Description: Medical Terminology is a one year, 1 credit course designed to prepare students who have
interest in careers in health care or medicine. The class presents medical terminology through a combination of
anatomy and physiology, word building principles, and phonetic "sound-like" pronunciations. Course content is
organized according to body systems. This course is an excellent first step for students interested in being
doctors, nurses, medical assistants, technicians, or in any health related profession.
Upon completion of the course students will:
1.
Define and recognize basic word roots, prefixes, and suffixes.
2.
Describe human body orientation.
3.
Describe the human body in health and disease.
4.
Define terms relating to the cardiovascular and blood systems.
5.
Define terms relating to the lymphatic and immune systems.
6.
Define terms relating to the musculoskeletal system.
7.
Define terms relating to the nervous system.
8.
Define terms relating to the respiratory system.
9.
Define terms relating to the integumentary (skin) system.
10.
Define terms relating to the sense organs.
11.
Define terms relating to the endocrine and urinary systems.
12.
Define terms relating to the male and female reproductive systems.
13.
Define terms relating to psychiatry.
14.
Define terms relating to pharmacology.
Student Youth Organization:
Students are eligible to be members of the Health Occupations
Students of America (HOSA). HOSA is a student organization
whose mission is to promote career opportunities in health care and
to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people.
Required Text: Chabner, Davi-Ellen. The Language of Medicine, Ninth Edition. 2011
Required Materials: Bring EVERY class period
*3-ring binder with paper
*Pencils
*Textbook
* Calculator (suggested) * Dividers (suggested)
Classroom Rules:
1.
Come to class on time with required materials.
2.
Complete all assignments to the best of your ability. See me right away if you need help!
3.
Follow directions the first time, and use work time to work.
4.
Be respectful to those around you and keep your hands, feet and objects to yourself.
5.
Food and drink are not allowed in the classroom.
Activities: We will engage in many types of learning activities including independent, small group and whole
group instruction, hands-on activities and labs, computer simulations, models, presentations, compose papers
and lab reports, and complete assessments.
Grading Scale:
A: 90%-100%
B: 80%-89%
C: 70%-79%
D: 60%-69%
F: below 60%
*Academic Dishonesty will result in a zero.*
Grade Category Values:
50% Class Assignments and Homework: In-class work submitted after the due date will be subject to
late penalty. Class assignments and homework are due the following class period.
30% Tests and Projects: In the event of an absence it is the student’s responsibility to arrange to make
up a test. Tests may be made up before or after school by appointment. Projects submitted after the due
date will be subject to late penalty.
10% Final Exam: Final exam is comprehensive and will include concepts learned throughout the
semester.
10% Employability: Students will be graded on participation, on-time assignments, preparedness, and
adherence to classroom rules and procedures.
Policies: All Mat-Su Career & Technical High School policies will be followed.
Classroom Procedures:
Entering Classroom
1.
2.
3.
Be in your assigned seat before the bell rings
Have your binder open and something to write with when the bell rings
Work on the activity on the board until I signal for your attention
Tardy to Class: If you are in the classroom when the bell rings, then you are on time. If you are not in
the classroom then you are tardy and must go to the office to get a late pass. A tardy will result in the
loss of a portion of your daily employability points.
Course Materials: My expectation is that you will have the required course materials with you every
day. If for some reason you do not have them, I expect you to ask to borrow materials from a friend
without disrupting class. If you do not bring materials and do not take action to obtain them you are
choosing not to participate. This behavior will result in the loss of some or all of your daily
employability points.
Class Assignments and Homework: Class notes should remain in your binder. Taking notes and being
attentive during the presentation of course material is part of your employability grade. In addition, I
will periodically perform notebook checks and you will need to show notes to me at that time. I suggest
you have a designated section in your 3-ring binder so you can refer to notes throughout the course.
Other daily assignments and homework are expected to be completed and turned in by the next class
period. Turn in assignments to the tray in your student area labeled with your period number.
Assignments will be graded and returned to you in class. I suggest you keep graded assignments in a
designated section in your 3-ring binder.
Finding out Grade Status in Class: We utilize the i-parent electronic grading system. Students may
check their grades at home or by using a school computer. Approximately every two weeks I will
provide printed progress reports to students which should be taken home. My expectation is that you
will check grades frequently and students or families are always encouraged to contact me individually
should they have questions or concerns about grades.
If You Are Absent: If you are absent for any reason complete an absence slip and turn in to the labeled
bin by my desk the day you return. During the period I will review the absence slips and meet with you
to let you know what you missed and the best way to get caught up. You will have the same number of
days to make up your work as the number of days you were absent. Missed labs and assessments need to
be made up by appointment before or after school.
Ending Class: One minute prior to the end of class we will straighten our work areas, return supplies to
their designated locations, and listen for announcements. After the bell rings I will dismiss the class and
you will tuck in your chairs prior to exiting the room. We do not line up at the door.
Consequences for Classroom Rule Violations: If you violate a rule you may be assigned a consequence.
Depending on the frequency and severity of the misbehavior, you may receive one or more of the following
consequences:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Verbal Warning
Change in assigned seating
Loss of employability points
Student - teacher conference
Parent contact
Disciplinary referral to office
“Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine
percent perspiration.”
Thomas Alva Edison
Medical Terminology 2013-2014
Mrs. Brazfield
Conference Room 2 & Office 205
Michelle.Brazfield@matsuk12.us
(907) 352-0460
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