Principle of Health Science
& Medical Terminology
Mr. Irwin
Procedure and Expectations
Start of Class
1) Before the Bell Rings
Just as employees we are expected to begin work on time, and prepared to work. I expect
you to have your materials ready, including a pen or pencil, notebook, textbook and
handouts. All handouts that are required for class will be located in the file folder located on
the table at the entrance of the class.
2) Beginning Class
Take your assigned seat immediately when you have the handouts and before the
bell rings. There will always be a “warm-up” assignment for you to do on the board.
Start right away. You will have about 5 minutes to complete it. After five minutes, I
expect you to have your “warm-up” complete and be ready when I call for
everyone’s attention.
Classroom Procedures
1) Getting Attention
If I need your attention, you will hear me say, “May I have your attention” and raise
my hand. I expect you to be quiet and looking at me.
2) Voice Levels
While working individually, small or big groups, like in the work place there are
different acceptable voice levels. Each activity we as a class do, will have a voice
level assigned. The Voice Levels are:
1. 0=Not speaking
2=Low Level
4=Hallway
2. 1=Whispering
3=Conversational
5=Event
3) Classroom Discussion
Please Participate, I really do want to hear what you have to say. I expect all
questions and comments to be relevant to current discussion, and be respectful to
your classmates while they are asking their question. If you have a question that is
off topic, write it down and ask it later or give it to me after class, and we will
discuss your question at a later time.
4) Types of Groups
We will often work in groups to prepare you for teamwork in the workplace.
Sometimes you will work with a partner or with a group of 4 to 5 and sometimes a
project group. Most of the time, like the real-world work place, I will assign you to
groups, but I will also give you opportunities to choose your group members. I
expect professional behavior while in groups, negative or disrespectful comments
will not be tolerated.
There will be independent and collaborative (group) work in this class. I expect you
to stay focused, and use professional voice while working together in groups.
5) Class Dismissal
The teacher dismisses you not the bell. I will officially dismiss you with; “Thank You,
See You Tomorrow. I expect you to be respectful of your classmates and me by
waiting for the teacher’s official dismissal before packing up.
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Principle of Health Science
& Medical Terminology
Mr. Irwin
Procedure and Expectations
Classroom Assignment Procedures
1) Submitting Assignments
Once students complete their assignments, they may get out of their desk to turn in
their work into the “Homework Box” file box that is clearly labeled with a sign and
contains labeled folders for each class period. You should go directly to the turn-in
tray and directly back to their desk without talking to or disturbing any classmates.
When you are finished with an assignment and have submitted them, you may sit
quietly at your desk and review your reflection journal, unfinished assignments,
read, study. I expect you to be respectful to others while they are completing their
assignments.
2) Incomplete Assignments
The student will be required to submit a “Pink-Slip”, if you are unable to complete or
if you are unable to turn in your assignment. I expect all work to be finished in a
timely manner.
BYOD Electronics Procedures
1) Electronic Devices
Like in the work place, there is a time and place to use electronic devices like IPods, tablets,
and cell phones, laptops. The use of social media, like texting, twitter, Facebook, is
inappropriate in the work place as well as the classroom, and will not be tolerated. I expect
all electronic devices be off and away during teacher lecture, so we can all stay focused on
the class, and I will let you know when it is appropriate to use electronic devices.
The KISD policy supersedes all classrooms BYOD/Electronic Device
Administrative Procedures
1) Infraction Notice
An infraction notice will be issued to the student or group of students for breaking a
classroom expectation or procedure. I expect the behavior to be professional, like in
the work place at all times
2) Staying Focused
In the workplace, you will be expected to maintain a constant level of work
productivity that does not distract others. If you finish an assignment early, work
on unfinished assignments, study, or review your reflection journal.
3) Special Permission to Enter or Leave Class
a.
b.
Tardy: If you are not in your seat when the bell rings, you are tardy. If you have an
excuse/hall pass place it in the pass box located next to the assignment file box, and
sit down quietly to begin work.
Bathroom Privileges: No restroom breaks are allowed the during lecture.
Permission will only be granted during independent or cooperative work. After
receiving permission to leave, students must sign out on the log sheet and take the
hall pass. Students must sign back in with the time upon return.
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Principle of Health Science
& Medical Terminology
Mr. Irwin
Procedure and Expectations
c.
Emergencies: If you have an emergency, immediately get my attention, and I will
assist you.
4) Attendance:
At 15 minutes into the class period, students not present are absent. This is a KISD policy.
Students who are absent are responsible for all materials, assignments, and announcements
presented in class. I expect you to be responsible to ask for make-up work and to obtain
missed notes from a classmate. Excused absences approved by the attendance office are
allowed 5 school days for missed work to be completed, and turned in to your class file.
There is a NO LATE WORK policy in this class.
5) Grades
Grades will be determined by the following percentages: 40% Formative, 60% Summative.
a. Formative grade is an assessment for learning that occurs during the learning
process and provides information to both teacher and student that enable them to
make adjustments to increase learning. Examples of a formative grade are,
classroom participation, following classroom expectation, homework, class work,
quizzes, labs.
b. Summative grade is an assessment of learning that occurs after instruction to
determine what the student knows, understand, and is able to perform real life skills
required in the workplace. Examples of a Summative grade are; unit exams, major
projects, lab practicum, and nine-week exams.
6) Infraction Notice
An infraction notice will be issued to the student or group of students for breaking a
classroom expectation or procedure. I expect the behavior to be professional, like in the
work place at all times.
“I truly believe in your potential and I know that you
have the ability to succeed!
I look forward to a great year of growth and understanding…….
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