Bellefonte Area High School
Course number 2216/2244, Athletes in Action: Beyond
the Glory/The Untold Story, 2nd Semester 2011-12
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Larry Walker
BHS Room 143
(814) (355-4833 ex 8143)
(lwalker@basd.net)
(M-F 8:00am- 3:15 pm)
(M,T,W,TH,FRI)
(Room 143)
(legally enrolled in the BASD)
(9-12)
Course Web Page
Copies of the course materials such as the syllabus, major assignment handouts,
etc. may be found on my faculty web page at BASD.net, click high school web
page and then navigate to the library media center. Then click on social studies
project page where you will then find my name. Click on walker’s page and you
will have arrived to the main information page for this course. You are
responsible for regularly checking the website. (or other communication system
as indicated by the instructor).
Course Description
Athletes in Action: Beyond the Glory/Outside the Lines
This nine week min-course will go in-depth into some of the most controversial
and the most influential sports figures and teams in the last thirty years. How
greats such as Muhammad Ali, influenced the political landscape worldwide. We
will also look into the athletic scandals in the last thirty years that have changed
the way our society views athletes. Some of the topics will include the baseball
steroid era and the Olympians who have put success before integrity.
Course Goals and Student Learning Objectives
BASD/Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to (SWBAT):
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Analyze the sporting climate of the culture they currently live in and
compare that climate to previous decades
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Interpret data that illustrates the importance sport and sporting events has
on our culture.
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Compare our society’s social, political, educational, religious obstacles in
athletics to the same issues from the past thirty years.
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Self questioning- How sports directly or indirectly affects the lives of so
many.
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Evaluate how powerful political leaders of countries have utilized sports to
bring a country together in times of despair.
BASD Course Content Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to attain 21st
Century Learning Skills:
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Make Connections with past, present and the future.
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Become independent thinkers and problem solvers
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Contributors to Society
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Find meaning in their work and future role as a parent
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Make Global comparisons
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Become self-directed and take initiative
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Validate their findings in this class to solve future problems
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Critical thinkers
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Have the ability to listen effectively and empathize with others
Required Texts/Readings
Textbook
100 Athletes who shaped Sports History.
Breaking Barriers. Athletes who led the way.
Outstanding Women Athletes: Who they are and how they influenced sports in
America
Other Readings
ESPN the Magazine
Other equipment / material requirements
Google Docs- Is a power point project that I will be able to give immediate
feedback to. I will provide the students with the do’s and don’ts when project
timeline is completed
Poll everywhere- A great concept that will allow the students to use their cell
phones during class. Let me clarify- This is the only time that they will be allowed
to use their cell phones. Unlimited text is highly suggested. Students that do not
have a cell phone can borrow fellow classmates.
Survey Monkey- On-line survey program that will provide me with statistical data
to evaluate prior knowledge, understanding and development.
Essay- The major writing component of the marking period will be required. The
Social Studies adopted essay writing format will be used for this assignment. The
topic questions will be provided to each student by the teacher.
Final Project Presentation- Students will be required to make a 5-10 minute
presentation on their topic. Presentation requirements will be fulfilled throughout
the marking period. The students are asked to put it all together in a final project.
The project will give the students a variety of options to use from interviews,
video, Google power points, graphic organizers and Content Enhancement
Routines
Library Liaison
Candace Packer. cpacker@basd.net, Bellefonte High School Librarian and CFF
coach.
Classroom Protocol -The 4 “B’s”
Be Safe
Be respectful and caring of others
Be a Learner
Be Responsible
Dropping and Adding
Students are responsible for understanding the policies and procedures about
add/drop, grade forgiveness, etc. Refer to the current Bellefonte Guidance
Department guidelines for dropping and Adding courses.
Assignments and Grading Policy
Participation- Student will be required to participate in class discussions on a
daily basis. To be active in class discussions students must be in attendance.
Portfolio- The students will be provided with a pocket folder to collect work and
resources throughout the marking period. This can be checked on a weekly basis
if I feel it is necessary. I will keep their individual portfolios in class unless
students are in need of them.
Prepared- Students are expected to bring material essential for the daily lesson.
That may include outside reading or viewing a scheduled film or television
program.
Respectful- Students will be respectful of classmates, teachers and other
outside guests. The topics that will be covered will have entirely different views
and those views will be respected.
The assignments throughout the marking period will challenge the students who
have taken the course. The assignments will incorporate effective writing and
verbal skills and combine them with technology. I have provided a number of
Instructional Technology tools for the students to implement. The student will find
this course rigorous and relevant to their future as productive citizens. We will
analyze the social and cultural aspects of sports and how they have changed
society and the way we live. In the summer of 2010, ESPN launched a
documentary series titled 30 for 30. The documentary series is dedicated to
world sporting events over the last thirty years of ESPN’s existence. Each movie
makes a connection with social and cultural issues of the time period. Our
challenge is to take the finding and connect them to our present day culture. The
trailers of all thirty documentaries provide a general idea of what will be covered:
http://30for30.espn.com/
The students will each be assigned an individual DVD from the 30 for 30 series.
They will explore their chosen topic in depth, creating life connections. We will
be using several multimedia resources and 21st century skills during the nine
weeks. Students will be expected to follow the BASD Acceptable Use Policy for
all projects and classroom activities. Failure to follow the policy will result in
removal from the computers as well as impact their grade.
The approved Bellefonte Area School District Grading Policy will be
implemented. I have provided the grading scale below:
BASD Grading Scale
Percentage Grade Letter Grade Equivalent Weighted Percentage Grade
93% - 100% A 97% - 107%
83% - 92% B 86% - 98%
73% - 82% C 76% - 88%
65% - 72% D
Below 65% F
Grades are determined and recorded as percentages.
For purposes of comparison, letter grade equivalents are listed above.
In addition, the weighted percentage grade is also shown.
BASD Policies
All student conduct policies will be followed for this course and the policies can
be found at the following link: http://www.basd.net/bahs/lib/bahs/1011studenthandbook.pdf
Student Technology Resources
Computer labs for student will be available throughout the marking period. The
lab dates have been set and a calendar of upcoming lab time will be forwarded to
the students ahead of time.
A wide variety of audio-visual equipment is available for student checkout from
the High School Media center. These items include flip cameras, headphones,
projections screens and computers. Ms. Packer must be notified when and how
you will intend on using the resources.
Learning Assistance Resource Center
The Learning Assistance Resource Center (LARC) is located upstairs on the second
floor in Room 206 (Ms. Bonchack). It is designed to assist students in the development
of their full academic potential and to inspire them to become independent learners.
BASD Tutorial Service /Writing Center
The BASD tutorial service gives students the opportunity to receive free
assistance in core subject areas. The Tutoring sessions are after school MondayThursday and meet from 3:30- 5:30. The tutorial rooms can be found in rooms
209 and 150. The tutorial rooms are staffed by Pennsylvania certified instructors.
Writing and Math skills can be provided upon request. The Instructors are highly
qualified to meet the needs of all students at all levels.
2216/2244 Athletes in Action: Beyond the Glory and
Outside the lines. 2nd Semester/3rd and 4th nine weeks.
The agenda for the semester including when and where
the final exam will be held is listed below.
Table 1 Course Schedule
Week
Date
Topics, Readings, Assignments, Deadlines
1
1/26
Survey Monkey
2
1/31
3
2/7
Survey Results,21st Century Skills, Classroom Packets/folders
View Trailers, Lesson Organizers, Review 30 for 30, poll
everywhere, BDA worksheet, Teacher Presentation
Continue Teacher led presentation, Lab work, intro to Google
docs, students view assigned documentary, 21st century skills
4
2/14
Complete BDA worksheet, presentation sign-up, google voice,
lab work, essay writing research and write, teacher topics
hand-out
5
2/21
Teacher lesson, poll everywhere, essay, google power point
presentation, Tic Tac Toe
6
2/28
Begin Google power point, Final Essay, Lab work
7
3/7
Presentations begin
8
3/14
Finish with presentations, portfolios due
9
3/28
Final Exam Room 143