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PLTW Honors Computer Science Principles [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimesters / two periods = 1.0 credit , meets arts requirement [ 1.0 credit ] PLTW college credit can be earned Major Outcomes :
• Introduce computational tools that foster creativity
• Problem solving with structured activities and progress to open-ended projects and problems
• Develop computational thinking Instructional Focus : Use programming to develop computational thinking , to generate excitement about the field of computing , and to introduce computational tools that foster creativity
PLTW Honors Aerospace Engineering [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit , PLTW college credit can be earned , 0.5 credit in Physics can be earned Major Outcomes :
• Introduction to aerodynamics design and testing
• Flight systems and aerospace materials
• Space life sciences and astronautics Instructional Focus : Experiments , project testing and field trips
FASHION MERCHANDISING CAREERS
Advanced Fashion and Design Technologies [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Career exploration in fashion and design industries
• Advanced application of entry-level garment construction techniques
• Reverse Engineering in Patterns ( Lay Out , Cutting and Marking , Fabrics )
• Implementation of industry current skills and technology
Projects , Activities , etc .: Creating / Adjusting Patterns and Designs , Pressing techniques , Fashion Illustration , Recycled / Up-Cycled Design , Fashion Show Planning and Presentation Instructional Focus : Hands-on Skill driven learning , Technology Tools , Industry Speakers , and Field Trips Co-Curricular Connections : FCCLA & SkillsUSA Meets arts credit [ 1.0 credit ]
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Color In Industry [ STEP only ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : None Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Projects , Activities , etc .: Lecture , Research Papers , Video Reflections , Demonstration , Industry Tours , Color Portfolio , Industry Speakers , Market Research and Product Development and Student Presentations . Instructional Focus : Color curriculum in the areas of Design , History and career opportunities in the field of design and manufacturing and related industries , Problem Solving Skills related to Design , Color Psychology , Principles of Marketing , Product Development , and Trend Research & Tracking .
HUMAN SERVICES CAREERS
Education Support Careers [ STEP only ] Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester / two periods = 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Explore educational support careers
• Experience the daily role of a paraprofessional educator
• Develop and implement student support frameworks to ensure student success
• Review academic content contained in the ParaPro Assessment & use it to develop classroom activities that support student learning
Projects , Activities , etc .: Relationship building exercises , exploring teaching strategies and learning styles , developing Integrated Reading , Writing , and Mathematics activities for learners Instructional Focus : Discussion , small / large group activities , project based activities , guest presenters , observation and research .
STEP Coll Foundations of Education [ STEP only ] [ Concurrent enrollment with Anoka Ramsey Community College ] Intended Audience : Only Grade 10 [ Passed MCA Reading Test with Meets or Exceeds ], only Grade 11 [ GPA in top 33 percent of class or GPA of 3.5 or above ], only Grade 12 [ GPA in top 50 percent of class or GPA of 3.0 or above ], or instructor approval . Credit : One trimester / Two Periods = 1.0 credit Successful completion will earn 4 college credits . Major Outcomes :
• Explore the education , teaching and training career pathway : the teaching profession , philosophy of education , the learner and the learning process , planning instruction , learning environment , assessment and instruction strategies
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Projects , Activities , etc .: Lesson plan development and presentation , Field Observation , Career Plan Projects , Activities , etc .: Guest speakers / presenters Instructional Focus : Research and observation ,
Salon , Spa , and Barbering Careers I [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Introduction to the salon , spa , and barbering industries
• Hands-on application of entry level salon , spa , and barbering concepts
• Implementation of industry current skills and technology
Projects , Activities , etc .: Hair , Skin , Massage , and Nail service application , Key Communication , Customer Service Scenarios , Leadership Development , and Industry Connections Instructional Focus : Hands-on Skill driven learning , Technology Tools , Industry Speakers , and Field Trips Co-Curricular Connections : FCCLA & SkillsUSA Meets arts credit [ 1.0 credit ]
Salon , Spa , and Barbering Careers II [ STEP only ] [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Salon , Spa , and Barbering Careers I Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : 1.0 credit Major Outcomes :
• Career exploration salon , spa , and barbering industries
• Advanced application of entry-level salon , spa , and barbering concepts
• Implementation of industry current skills and technology
Projects , Activities , etc .: Design theory and Hair Color Application Methods , moulage and special effects makeup , advanced skin care and facials , leading massage techniques , nail extension application , Business management , leadership development , and industry connections Instructional Focus : Hands-on Skill driven learning , Technology Tools , Industry Speakers , and Field Trips Co-Curricular Connections : FCCLA & SkillsUSA Meets arts credit [ 1.0 credit ]
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