MOORE TRADITIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Medical Terminology
Spring 2015
Course Title:
AHS 115 Medical Terminology
Instructor:
Mrs. A. Miechelle Abma
Email:
andrea.abma@jefferson.kyschools.us
Phone:
Work- 485-8304
Website:
http://mrsabma.weebly.com/
Text:
Dean Vaughn Medical Terminology 350, by Dean Vaughn. Damon Instructional
Systems Division.
Medical Dictionary (in classroom)
Handouts, Powerpoint presentations, lectures, and class discussions
Supplies:
Study flash cards and/or index cards
Course
Description:
This course is designed to teach medical terminology to those who have elected a career
in the nursing field. Regardless of the specific area selected, medical language is the
cornerstone of all other functions. The intent of this course is to develop the ability to
recognize the language of medicine in the context in which it is used, as well as to
recognize the language of medicine by sight. The student will study and demonstrate the
use of medical word stems, suffixes, and prefixes as related to the body systems and
associated diseases. Study and demonstrate proficiency in the pronunciation, spelling, and
definitions of medical terms, the use of the medical dictionary and related reference
materials.
KCTCS Course Description: A study of anatomical, physiological, and pathological
terminology with emphasis on word structures and definition of root words, suffixes, and
prefixes from Greek and Latin.
Additional emphasis is placed on spelling and
pronunciation. Primarily designed for individuals preparing for a career in health care. No
previous knowledge of Greek or Latin is required. Lecture, 3 hours.
DEAN VAUGHN MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 350, DAMON/INSTRUCTIONAL
SYSTEMS. The purpose of this course is to teach the student the meanings of 350 Latin
and Greek elements, or word parts. The knowledge of the 350 elements in this course
will enable the student to interpret and understand more than ten thousand complex
medical terms .The audio-visual portion of this program teaches a simplified meaning for
each of the elements. The text includes an expansion of these meanings and demonstrates
the various forms in which they may appear in medical terms. A 100% Award will be given
to those students who have completed the Dean Vaughn Medical Terminology course and
achieved 100% retention of the 350 elements taught. A Pretest and Posttest will be
administered for assessment of student performance.
Dual Credit Statement: This course is being offered as part of the dual credit program at Jefferson Community and Technical
College. Each student that successfully completes this course with a grade of “C” or above will earn college credit. Students
who do not complete the course with a grade of “C” or higher will receive a “W” for the course on their college transcript.
Students must complete and sign a dual credit application and that application must be on file in the dual credit office for credit
to be awarded. Each student will receive a student ID #, a student e-mail account and will be eligible to use any of Jefferson’s
student services.
Mission Statement: This course supports Jefferson’s mission to provide technical education. Students may be eligible for
additional articulated credit if they continue in the same technical program at Jefferson.
“I” and “W” policy: Dual credit students cannot receive an “I” for a course. Any dual credit student earning less than a “C” at
the end of the term will be administratively withdrawn from the class.
Students with disabilities: Dual credit students with an Individual Education Plan in place are expected to follow that plan
as outlined while at their high school.
Complaint Protocol: Dual credit students that have an issue with the grade they receive are to first discuss the issue with
their instructor, then the principal at their school, then the Director of Dual Credit, Kitty Zachery, JEC 217, DT campus, 502213-2443, Kitty.Zachery@KCTCS.edu.
Non Discrimination Policy: Jefferson Community and Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Institution committed to
providing educational opportunities to all qualified students regardless of economic or social status, beliefs, sexual orientation,
age, national origin, or physical or mental disability
Instructional
Philosophy:
It is the philosophy of your Pre-Nursing teacher that students will have an opportunity to
participate in a variety of instructional activities including reading, writing, problem solving,
discussion, and higher level thinking. Students will be asked to work as individuals, in
pairs, and in groups throughout the school year. All student work is expected to be of high
quality. Each Pre-Medical course will develop the habits of a successful student (note
taking, study skills, test-taking skills, homework habits, etc.) and will hold students to high
expectations while at the same time providing tutoring for the struggling student.
KCTCS Competencies:
Upon successful completion of course requirements, student will:
1.
Define medical words by analyzing their Greek or Latin components.
2.
Combine prefixes, suffixes, and word roots to form medical terms.
3.
Correctly define, pronounce, and spell medical terms.
4.
Recognize meaning of commonly used medical abbreviations.
5.
Analyze Greek and Latin roots to define medical terms pertaining to the human body, pathologies and treatments
The objectives will be achieved through a combination of written and listening exercises, which utilizes a multisensory
approach to learning. Wherever possible, material is presented in context, just as it is in medical practice. A pretest and
posttest will also be used to measure student competencies.
Outline:
Grading Scale:
JCTC Grading Scale
A
90-100%
B
80-89%
C
70-79%
D
60-69%
U
59% and Below
Each student that successfully completes this course with a grade of “C” or above will earn college credit. Students who do
not complete the course with a grade of “C” or higher will receive a “W” for the course on their college transcript.
Grading
Class Work 30%
Assessments 60%
Binder checks
Worksheet activities
Class work
Lab
Projects
Tests/Exams
Quizzes
Final Exam/Project 10%
Percentage
60%
10%
30%
Course Grade Composition
Component
14 tests/quizzes
Final Exam and final project
Notebook completion - Bell ringers, interpretation
worksheets,, keys terms worksheet, crosswords/puzzles, case
studies and video response sheets
Policy on cheating and plagiarism: Refer students to page 11 of the KCTCS Code of Student Conduct for the college rules.
See http://www.kctcs.edu/en/students/admissions/academic_policies/code_of_student_conduct.aspx
Any test that is missed will have a grade of ZERO recorded and requires conference with the assigned instructor to determine
a make up date (with excused absence only).
*Your attendance, class participation and attitude could affect your grade in this class.
*This instructor has the right to make changes in the grade requirements and their weights in determining the final grade.
Teacher Specific
Information:
I have very high expectations for this class. I do not expect everyone to be a medical
expert, but I do expect that they will be challenged and do their VERY best.
Attendance is imperative to success in this class!
You will need the following items for this class:
 Binder or 3 prong folder with pockets
 Notebook paper
 Pens (blue or black) or Pencils
 Index Cards
Classroom
Expectations
and
Consequences
Expectations
1. Professional Language (no profanity)
2. Professional Behavior (no horse play or disruptive behavior)
3. No eating or drinking in class with the only exception being a water bottle with
a cap
4. Stay in your seat unless given permission to move
5. Class work is to be done quietly and individually unless instructed
otherwise
6. Come prepared with writing utensil, binder, and paper.
7. All students must come to class with an agenda.
8. All cell phones and electronic devices will not be seen or heard without
teacher permission for educational usage.
Consequences
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3.
Classroom
Procedures
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Verbal Warning
Parent call
Office referral and/or parent conference
Class will start with a bell ringer activity on the screen. This is due 10 minutes
after class begins.
To ask questions, raise your hand.
All assignments need to include date, class, assignment name, and student
name
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Assignments from absences are excused the amount of class periods the
student is absent. After that time the late assignments will not be accepted.
Binder checks will take place on a weekly basis.
As per school policy any cheating will earn a zero.
Teacher will make all efforts to abide by what is herein, but let it be known that this syllabus is subject to
change with notification.
Websites to help you study medical terminology:
quizlet.com
Example weekly schedule:
Day 1
Video covering 25 word elements. Worksheet completed in notebook.
Day 2
Class discussion with notes taken in notebook on medical terminology and words of
the lesson.
Interpretation exercise and puzzle exercise completed in notebook.
Day 3
Pre Video terminology/worksheet completed in notebook.
Real life connection-video/show pertaining to medical terms of lesson
Day 4
Medical terminology in-class review for test.
In-class access to computers to study for test thru quizlet, flashcards, and
powerpoints from Mrs Abma’s website.
Students still needing to complete notebook exercises may use this time for
complettion.
Day 5
10 minute review video then test. After test, will start video covering next 25 word
elements.
INSTRUCTOR: Mrs. A Miechelle Abma
NAME OF COURSE: Medical Terminology Sping 2015
I understand the grading policy and grade scale explained in the syllabus.
I understand the attendance policy as explained in the syllabus. I am aware that I
am responsible for making up assignments and learning the material missed during my
absences. An absence does not release me from submitting my assignments on the due
date.
I understand that talking and disruptive behavior will not be tolerated by the
instructor. Eating and drinking in the classroom is prohibited.
I also understand that my attitude and attendance could affect my grade in this
class.
I have read the syllabus.
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