High School CTE Mississippi Standards

Geometry and Spatial Reasoning

Equations, Expressions, and Functions

Measurement and Data

The Real Number System

Standards for Mathematical Practice

Write and evaluate numerical expressions involving whole-number exponents.

Write expressions that record operations with numbers and with letters standing for numbers.

Identify parts of an expression using mathematical terms (sum, term, product, factor, quotient, coefficient); view one or more parts of an expression as a single entity.

Evaluate expressions at specific values of their variables. Include expressions that arise from formulas used in real-world problems. Perform arithmetic operations, including those involving whole-number exponents, in the conventional order when there are no parentheses to specify a particular order.

Use variables to represent numbers and write expressions when solving a real-world or mathematical problem; understand that a variable can represent an unknown number, or, depending on the purpose at hand, any number in a specified set.

Solve multi-step real-life and mathematical problems posed with positive and negative rational numbers in any form (whole numbers, fractions, and decimals), using tools strategically. Apply properties of operations to calculate with numbers in any form; convert between forms as appropriate; and assess the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation strategies.

Solve word problems leading to equations of the form px + q = r and p(x + q) = r, where p, q, and r are specific rational numbers. Solve equations of these forms fluently. Compare an algebraic solution to an arithmetic solution, identifying the sequence of the operations used in each approach.

Solve word problems leading to inequalities of the form px + q > r or px + q < r, where p, q, and r are specific rational numbers. Graph the solution set of the inequality and interpret it in the context of the problem.

Know and apply the properties of integer exponents to generate equivalent numerical expressions.

Perform operations with numbers expressed in scientific notation, including problems where both decimal and scientific notation are used. Use scientific notation and choose units of appropriate size for measurements of very large or very small quantities (e.g., use millimeters per year for seafloor spreading). Interpret scientific notation that has been generated by technology.

Give examples of linear equations in one variable with one solution, infinitely many solutions, or no solutions. Show which of these possibilities is the case by successively transforming the given equation into simpler forms, until an equivalent equation of the form x = a, a = a, or a = b results (where a and b are different numbers).

Solve linear equations and inequalities with rational number coefficients, including those whose solutions require expanding expressions using the distributive property and collecting like terms.

Create equations and inequalities in one variable and use them to solve problems. Include equations arising from linear and quadratic functions, and simple rational and exponential functions.

Rearrange formulas to highlight a quantity of interest, using the same reasoning as in solving equations.

Understand that a function is a rule that assigns to each input exactly one output. The graph of a function is the set of ordered pairs consisting of an input and the corresponding output.

Construct a function to model a linear relationship between two quantities. Determine the rate of change and initial value of the function from a description of a relationship or from two (x, y) values, including reading these from a table or from a graph. Interpret the rate of change and initial value of a linear function in terms of the situation it models, and in terms of its graph or a table of values.

Write a function that describes a relationship between two quantities; and be able to calculate and interpret the average rate of change of a function (presented symbolically or as a table) over a specified interval. Estimate the rate of change from a graph.

Construct linear functions, given a graph, a description of a relationship, or two input-output pairs (include reading these from a table).

Solve problems involving scale drawings of geometric figures, including computing actual lengths and areas from a scale drawing and reproducing a scale drawing at a different scale.

Know the formulas for the area and circumference of a circle and use them to solve problems; give an informal derivation of the relationship between the circumference and area of a circle.

Know the formulas for the volumes of cones, cylinders, and spheres and use them to solve real-world and mathematical problems.

Use facts about supplementary, complementary, vertical, and adjacent angles in a multi-step problem to write and solve simple equations for an unknown angle in a figure.

Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving area, volume and surface area of two-and three-dimensional objects composed of triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, cubes, and right prisms.

Use informal arguments to establish facts about the angle sum and exterior angle of triangles, about the angles created when parallel lines are cut by a transversal, and the angle-angle criterion for similarity of triangles.

Explain a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse.

Apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine unknown side lengths in right triangles in real-world and mathematical problems in two and three dimensions.

Explain and use the relationship between the sine and cosine of complementary angles.

Use trigonometric ratios and the Pythagorean Theorem to solve right triangles in applied problems.

Identify and describe relationships among inscribed angles, radii, and chords.

Construct the inscribed and circumscribed circles of a triangle; and, prove properties of angles for a quadrilateral inscribed in a circle.

Derive the equation of a circle of given center and radius using the Pythagorean Theorem; complete the square to find the center and radius of a circle given by an equation.

Use coordinates to prove simple geometric theorems algebraically.

Prove the slope criteria for parallel and perpendicular lines and use them to solve geometric problems.

Measure volumes by counting unit cubes, using cubic cm, cubic in, cubic ft, and improvised units.

Find the volume of a right rectangular prism with whole-number side lengths by packing it with unit cubes, and show that the volume is the same as would be found by multiplying the edge lengths, equivalently by multiplying the height by the area of the base. Represent threefold whole-number products as volumes, e.g., to represent the associative property of multiplication.

Apply the formulas V = l × w × h and V = b × h for rectangular prisms to find volumes of right rectangular prisms with whole-number edge lengths in the context of solving real world and mathematical problems.

Recognize volume as additive. Find volumes of solid figures composed of two non-overlapping right rectangular prisms by adding the volumes of the non-overlapping parts, applying this technique to solve real world problems.

Use units as a way to understand problems and to guide the solution of multi-step problems, choose and interpret units consistently in formulas, choose and interpret the scale and the origin in graphs and data displays.

Recognize volume as an attribute of solid figures and understand concepts of volume measurement wherein a cube with side length 1 unit, called a "unit cube," is said to have "one cubic unit" of volume, and can be used to measure volume.

Recognize volume as an attribute of solid figures and understand concepts of volume measurement wherein a solid figure which can be packed without gaps or overlaps using n unit cubes is said to have a volume of n cubic units.

Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.

Reason abstractly and quantitatively.

Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others.

Model with mathematics.

Use appropriate tools strategically.

Attend to precision.

Look for and make use of structure.

Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning.

Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving the four operations with rational numbers.

Compute unit rates associated with ratios of fractions, including ratios of lengths, areas and other quantities measured in like or different units.

Decide whether two quantities are in a proportional relationship, e.g., by testing for equivalent ratios in a table or graphing on a coordinate plane and observing whether the graph is a straight line through the origin.

Identify the constant of proportionality (unit rate) in tables, graphs, equations, diagrams, and verbal descriptions of proportional relationships.

Represent proportional relationships by equations.

Explain what a point (x, y) on the graph of a proportional relationship means in terms of the situation, with special attention to the points (0, 0) and (1, r) where r is the unit rate.

Use proportional relationships to solve multistep ratio and percent problems.

Unit 10: Review of Workplace Safety and Security

Maintain a healthy workplace environment. DOK2

Explore online safety resources and/or trainings (e.g., Youth at Work by Occupational Safety and Health Administration and produce a report of a real-world setting thatcontains the following elements:

Equipment

Workstation design

Physical environment (i.e., temperature, humidity, light, task design)

Psychological factors (i.e., personal interactions, work pace, job control)

Workplace hazards

Examine the design of workplace spaces that allow each employee to work comfortably without needing to overreach, sit or stand too long, or use awkward postures. DOK1

Research ergonomic workspace design and identify ergonomic issues from pictures that are presented to students.

Unit 11: International Economics

Analyze the role of government in economic systems, especially the role of government in the U.S. economy. DOK3

Research government’s role in the economy to discuss circular flow and how government is one of the three sectors, along with households and businesses, to include:

Taxes

Regulations (laws)

Public services (parks, schools, government employees such as teachers, police, fire, roads, welfare, Medicaid, etc.)

Monetary and nonmonetary incentives

Based on research/evidence, engage in a structured debate concerning the government’s role in raising the minimum wage while focusing on intended and unintended consequences.

Examine the role of trade, protectionism, and monetary markets in the global economy. DOK3

Based on research/evidence, develop a report analyzing a country that exports products to the US. Use data and statistics to justify an import policy dealing with that particular country.

Research protectionism and create a multimedia presentation discussing the pros and cons to include barriers to trade (tariffs, quotas, sanctions, and embargoes).

Evaluate how growing international economic interdependence causes economic conditions and policies in one nation to be increasingly affected by economic conditions and policies in another nation. DOK3

Research a country that the US trades (imports/exports) with and prepare a multimedia presentation that shows why there is an economic interdependence among nations in the global economy.

Recognize that voluntary exchange occurs only when all participating parties expect to gain. DOK3

Construct explanations of observed trade relationships among individuals or organizations within a nation and among individuals or organizations in different nations.

Based on a class trading game or activity, analyze and interpret data to explain benefits and impacts of domestic and international trade.

Evaluate how and why both production and consumption increase when individuals, regions, and nations specialize in what they can produce at the lowest cost and then trade with others. DOK3

Develop a widget-based activity or game that functions to reveal well-known benefits of specialization of labor principles.

Write a report on the pros and cons of specialization/division of labor and craftsmanship/individual labor.

Explain how investment in factories, machinery, new technology, and in the health, education, and training of people stimulates economic growth and can raise future standards of living. DOK2

Using web-based research (i.e. Central Intelligence Agency World Factbook, Heritage Foundation, etc.), populate a detailed online database comparing and contrasting GDPs.

Unit 12: Personal Finance—Purchasing and Financial Institutions

Apply a decision-making model to maximize consumer satisfaction when buying goods and services. DOK2

Research a product and apply the following decision-making model to that product to maximize consumer satisfaction:

Recognize the problem (e.g., I need a new television.)

Information searching (e.g., What televisions are available?)

Evaluation of alternatives (e.g. Do I really need the television, and, if so, which one?)

Purchase (e.g., Buy the television.)

Post-purchase satisfaction or dissatisfaction (e.g., Did the television deliver on what was promised in the marketing/advertising campaign?)

Share the decision-making model on the product you picked on a discussion board (real or virtual) and respond to a minimum of two of your classmates’ posts.

Differentiate between the advantages and disadvantages of renting, leasing, and owning. DOK 3

Develop, revise, or populate a graphical chart comparing and contrasting the advantages and disadvantages of the following:

Renting

Leasing

Owning

Using information from the graphical chart (2.a. above), create a video and/or multimedia presentation explaining your future plans of renting, leasing, or owning and explain why

Interpret the differences in payment types, including debit cards, credit cards, prepaid cards, cash advances, and payday loans. DOK2

Research the various payment types and create a multimedia presentation explaining the pros and cons of each of the following types:

Debit cards

Cash advances

Credit cards

Payday loans

Prepaid cards

Evaluate services provided by financial deposit institutions to transfer funds. DOK2

Identify and discuss the following services:

Checking accounts

Savings accounts

Credit cards

Mortgages

Student loans

Auto loans

Debit cards

Online banking

Signature loan

ATMs

Money market account

High-interest money market account (HIMMA)

Research the differences between different types of financial institutions to develop a multimedia presentation comparing various services provided by three local institutions (at least one bank and one credit union) explaining which you would choose.

Discuss the various responsibilities and steps involved in opening and using a checking account.

Unit 13: Applied Human Resource Management

Analyze management functions and their implementation and integration within the business environment. DOK1

In student groups, research the functions of management and communicate findings in multiple formats (verbally, graphically, textually, and/or mathematically). Include the following elements:

Planning

Organizing

Staffing

Directing

Controlling

Develop personal management skills to function effectively and efficiently in a business environment. DOK2

Determine how personal management skills affect employability and create a new employee training video that models proper practices of the following:

Time management skills

Emotional intelligence

Imagination and innovation

Critical-thinking skills

Examine the role of ethics and social responsibility in decision making. DOK3

Research case studies analyzing unethical business behaviors to generate and compare multiple solutions; engage in a class debate regarding the optimal solution.

Describe human resource functions and their importance to an organization’s successful operation. DOK1

Classify and explain observed relationships between the following elements:

Acquiring: recruiting, interviewing and hiring

Developing (e.g., on-boarding, in-service, and off-boarding): formal training (aside from formal work environment, and informal [within work environment])

Compensating: payroll, salary, wages, commission, and fringe benefits

Describe the role of organized labor and its influence on government and business.DOK2

Research recent collective bargaining, mediation, and binding arbitration cases among well-known parties, such as major league sports, United Auto Workers, or others.

In an industry-simulated scenario, engage in negotiations between an employer, labor union, and mediator (teacher) in which the labor union has 12 demands.

Unit 14: Strategic and Operations Management

Analyze the organization of a business. DOK1

Evaluate the basic forms of ownership to create a graphic organizer to include the advantages and disadvantages for each of following:

Sole proprietorship

Partnership

Corporation and LLCs (S corporation, C corporation and LLCs)

Alternative forms of ownership (franchise, cooperative and nonprofit)

Examine intellectual property issues of copyrights, patents, and trademarks. DOK2

Research well-known cases of copyright infringement to determine if a student-generated creative work does or does not violate copyright law.

Apply operations management principles and procedures to the design of an operation plan. DOK1

Analyze a modern manufacturing industry simulation to properly apply operations management principles and procedures to include:

Benchmarking

Continuous improvement (Six Sigma, Lean Production, Total Quality Management [TQM] and Kaizen)

Examine the issue of corporate culture and managing in the global environment. DOK1

Research modern businesses’ cultures and evaluate the attributes of their corporate culture in the context of the global environment.

Beliefs and assumptions: things we hear, observe, and learn, and things we try, fail at, then retry

Perceptions: mission and vision, adaptability, consistency and involvement

Thoughts and feelings

Examine factors that lead to long-term sustainability within a business. DOK2

Determine how financial health, social engagement, and corporate citizenship affect the long-term success of a business in terms of the triple bottom line, which includes:

People: the impact of business decisions have on the people employed by the business and the consumers of the business

Planet: the environmental impact the business has on its ecological surroundings

Profit: the economic impact of the company (profit = revenue - costs)

Contact a local business and evaluate its business practices. Research and discuss how that business could make decisions to ensure the sustainability of the business, and create a report making recommendations to the business on how it can implement some of the solutions.

Unit 15: Macroeconomics

Compare and contrast fiscal and monetary policy. DOK2

Evaluate the impact each of the tools the Federal Reserve uses to achieve nation’s monetary policy goals and how it relates to the economic health of the US.

Tools: discount rate, open-market operations, reserve requirements, and interest on reserves

Explore how Congress and the president work together to create fiscal policy through the implementation of a national budget.

Identify methods the government uses to collect tax revenue to fund the national budget.

Distinguish between a budget deficit, budget surplus, and a balanced budget and debate the advantages and disadvantages of adopting a balanced budget amendment.

Distinguish the costs imposed by unemployment through unemployment’s effect on individuals and the overall economy.

Define unemployment rate and determine how the number of people without gainful employment differs from the number of working-age people who are actively seeking employment.

Evaluate how prosperity impacts and influences the unemployment rate. (The unemployment rate increases during recessions and decreases during periods of recovery.)

Explain the importance of productivity and analyze how specialization, division of labor, investment in physical and human capital, and technological change affect productivity and global trade. DOK3

Produce a simple product through a group activity to investigate the characteristics of productivity and determine how the rate of output correlates to the degree of productivity. Compare and contrast the results after incorporating the following changes:

Specificity of task

Process

Technological advancements

Explore the concept of business cycles as it relates to fluctuations in the national economy from times of expansion through times of contraction. DOK3

Construct explanations of observed relationships between phases of the business cycle (contraction, expansion, peak, and recession) using examples of past technological successes (e.g., compact discs, videocassette recorder, pagers/beepers, etc.)

Unit 16: Personal Finance—Credit and Personal Risk Management

Analyze factors that affect the choice of credit, the cost of credit, and the legal aspects of using credit. DOK2

Based on research, create a storyboard, graphic novel, comic strip, mind map, time line or related visual representation that depicts the following elements:

How credit cards work

Risks of using credit

How to build a high credit score

Through a teacher-led discussion, identify and apply the following acts to various scenarios:

Truth in Lending Act

Fair Credit Billing Act

Fair Credit Reporting Act

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

The Credit CARD Act

Analyze choices available to consumers for protection against risk and financial loss.DOK1

Use free online modules from third-party, personal financial literacy courses to define, investigate, and determine how risk affects the potential for financial loss. Generate scores or certificates of completion if possible.

Describe how people make choices to protect themselves from the financial risk of lost income, assets, health, or identity. DOK1

Define risk as the potential for loss and explore various consumer behaviors that would be considered no risk, moderate risk, and high risk.

Explore how consumers can choose to accept risk, reduce risk, or transfer the risk to others.

Insurance allows people to transfer risk by paying a fee now to avoid the possibility of a larger loss later. DOK2

Explore how individuals and businesses use various insurance products to protect themselves from potential financial risk. Create a graphic organizer to compare each.

Unit 17: Financial Accounting

Understand the role accountants play in business and society. DOK1

Research roles accountants play in different businesses to generate a report that includes:

Education/training requirements

Certifications

Average salary

Job description

Job outlook

Identify and describe generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), explain how the application of GAAP impacts the recording of financial transactions, and the preparation of financial statements. DOK3

Using GAAP accountability principles below, develop simple marketing scenarios (e.g.,cartoons or 20 second commercials) to be used by a federal regulatory agency (e.g., the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission) to discourage unethical practices. Include the following principles:

Recognition: What items should be recognized in the financial statements (for example as assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses)?

Measurement: What amounts should be reported for each of the elements included in financial statements

Presentation: What line items, subtotals, and totals should be displayed in the financial statements, and how might items be aggregated within the financial statements?

Disclosure: What specific information is most important to the users of the financial statements? Disclosures both supplement and explain amounts in the statements.

Conduct a case study involving fraud, compliance, or regulatory issues to explain how penalties and other outcomes could have been avoided if GAAP principles were followed.

Develop an understanding and working knowledge of an annual report and financial statements. DOK4

Create a presentation (multimedia, poster, song, report, video, role play, etc.) based on research that explains in detail the following three main financial statements in accounting:

Balance sheet

Income statement

Cash flow statement

Complete the steps in the accounting cycle to prepare the financial statements. DOK1

Apply each step of the basic accounting cycle to an existing account provided by the teacher or a local business to include:

Analyzing the transactions as they occur

Recording transactions in the journals

Posting debits and credits from journal entries to the general ledger

Adjusting the assets with a trial balance

Preparing financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement)

Closing the temporary accounts

Unit 18: Budgets and Forecasting in Finance

Recognize that businesses must establish, maintain, and analyze appropriate records to make business decisions. DOK2

Construct a forecast of observed relationships between the different types of accounting records shown below.

Accounting records (e.g. income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement) record income, expenses, and equity and are needed to file tax returns.

Bank statements help keep track of the business’s progress and are needed to file tax returns

Analyze a business organization’s competitive position within the industry. DOK2

Create tables, graphs, and/or infographics comparing and/or contrasting market share between two rival companies (e.g., Apple and Samsung; Pepsi and Coca Cola; Toyota and Ford; etc.).

Analyze financial data influenced by internal and external factors to make short-term and long-term decisions. DOK3

Acting as consultants for a local business, research and analyze internal and external factors (listed below) to recommend short- and long-term strategic decisions that maximize profit.

Internal factors: business structure (human capital, infrastructure), size of corporation, and perception of value

External factors: economic conditions, competitors, and social and political change

Unit 19: Managerial Accounting

Assess the financial condition and operating results of a company, and analyze and interpret financial statements. DOK3

Establish a class business or fundraiser to determine financial conditions and create statements of the operation to include:

Conditions: profitability, cash flow, liquidity, and leverage

Statements: balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement

Use planning and control principles to evaluate the performance of an organization and apply differential analysis and present-value concepts to make decisions. DOK2

Using a teacher-generated or online business simulation (e.g., online coffee stand), apply differential analysis to evaluate the business’s performance.

Develop a working knowledge of individual and business income tax procedures and requirements to comply with tax laws and regulations. DOK1

Using a free, online resource (e.g., IRS.gov’s “Understanding Taxes” Modules 1-13 for individual, FedReserve’s “Inside the Vault”, or EverFi), classify and connect types of taxes, laws, and regulations (listed below) to include completion of a Schedule C and 1040.

Types of taxes: proportional, progressive, and regressive taxes

Tax laws and regulations: filing quarterly versus annually and exemptions

Unit 20: Employment Opportunities in Business

Research available jobs across business sectors to develop a chart that compares the following elements: DOK1

Minimum education

Certifications

Minimum experience

Job description/responsibilities

Salary

Analyze differences in online application requirements from a real job search. DOK1

Research and select a real job advertisement, then complete the following: DOK2

Develop a cover letter to fit the job advertisement using terminology that reflects the culture and values specific to that company.

Create a resume with fabricated elements to fit the real job advertisement.

Demonstrate real world interview skills led by the instructor and/or advisory/craft committee members to include the following: DOK2

Aligned to a specific industry/job advertisement

Professional attire

Cover letter

Application and/or resume

Hand write customized thank you letters to each member of the interview committee.DOK1

Document project or activity artifacts in the ePortfolio according to the teacher-generated rubric. DOK1

* - Identify fasteners, anchors, and adhesives used in construction work and explain their uses.

Build Your Future in Construction

Describe local program and center expectations, policies, and procedures.

Describe local program and career center policies and procedures, including dress code, attendance, academic requirements, discipline, shop/lab rules and regulations, and transportation regulations.

Give a brief overview of the course and the carpentry industry. Explain the Construction and Carpentry Pathway, why it is important, and how it will be delivered.

Compare and contrast local program and school policies to expectations of employers.

Preview course objectives, program policy, and the industry standards.

Investigate work-based learning opportunities related to program areas.

Define work-based learning.

Identify ways to pursue a career in the carpentry industry.

Explore the opportunities available through the program areas, including:

Job shadowing

Apprenticeship programs

On-the-job training

Discuss the history, mission, and purpose of student organizations, including SkillsUSA.

Trace the history of the program area student organization.

Identify the mission, purpose, and/or goals of the program area student organization.

Explore the advantages of membership in a student organization.

Discuss the membership process for the program area student organization.

Explain the activities related to the local chapter and the state and national organization.

Discuss the organization’s brand resources.

Identify the motto, creed, and/or pledge and discuss their meanings.

Recognize related brand resources such as:

Emblem

Colors

Official Attire

Logos

Graphic Standards

Apply leadership skills to class and work-related situations and 21st Century Skills.

Define leadership.

Discuss the attributes of a leader.

Identify the roles a leader can assume.

Utilize teambuilding skills in class and work-related situations.

Define teambuilding.

Discuss the attributes of a team.

Identify the roles included in a team.

Discuss the various competitions offered through the program area student organization.

Describe each of the competitions and the skills needed to accomplish the tasks.

Perform the tasks needed to complete an assigned requirement for a competition.

Orientation to Carpentry

Review local program and career center policies and procedures.

Review local program and career center policies and school handbook procedures including dress code, attendance, acceptable use of technology policy, academic requirements, discipline, and transportation regulations.

Give a brief overview of the course, and explain to students what General Carpentry is, why it is important for students to know the content of the course, and how it will be delivered.

Review course objectives, program expectations, and industry standards.

Reinforce shop/lab rules and safety procedures.

Review Unit 5 of the Construction Core curriculum when discussing basic safety, which is associated with module 00101 or complete OSHA 10 training.

Explore employment opportunities and employment responsibilities.

Research employment opportunities and include potential earnings, employee benefits, job availability, work environment, and educational requirements.

Research basic employee responsibilities and appropriate work ethics.

Update your resume and/or employment portfolio.

Review the advantages of membership in a student organization.

Discuss the membership process for the program area’s student organization.

Explain the activities related to the local chapter and the state and national organizations.

Demonstrate the ability to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively in on-the-job situations

Follow basic written and verbal instructions.

Effectively communicate in workplace situations.

Building Materials and Fasteners

Select correct building materials, fasteners, and adhesives.

Identify and state the use of various building materials, types of softwoods and hardwoods, and the safety precautions associated with each.

Identify the different grades and markings of wood building materials and types of engineered lumber.

* - Calculate the quantities of building materials using industry-standard methods.

Construction Plans and Documents

Identify the drawings included in construction plans and how to interpret them.

Explain what each drawing in a set of plans is used for.

Recognize line types, symbols, and related abbreviations.

Clarify the various approaches used in dimensioning construction drawings.

* - Read and interpret construction plan drawings and schedules.

Explain the uses of written specifications.

Outline the structure and organization of specifications.

Emphasize the significance of adhering to construction building codes.

* - Understand and clarify written specifications.

Principles of Site and Building Layout

Summarize how site and building layouts utilize construction drawings.

Investigate and categorize site and building layout tasks.

Distinguish the uses of construction drawing types with regard to building site layouts.

Identify right triangle computations and basic construction math ideas regarding site layouts.

Describe how site and building layouts utilize the Pythagorean Theorem and the 3-4-5 rule.

Examine how site and building layouts utilize measurement and leveling tools.

Identify measurement tools and how they are used.

Explain leveling tool applications.

* - Determine elevations and angles with the use of leveling tools (e.g., water level, builder’s level, laser level, or transit level).

Identify and explore instruments and equipment regarding site layouts.

Describe site layout instruments and equipment.

* - Show how measurement and leveling tools are used.

Verify that corners are square, set up building lines, and measure horizontal and vertical distances.

Determine the procedure for measuring both horizontal and vertical distances.

Provide a summary of the steps for setting up building lines with batter boards and ensuring that corner boards are square.

* - Utilize either the 3-4-5 rule or the Pythagorean Theorem to confirm that intersecting walls are at right angles.

Floor Systems

Outline the specifications and construction drawings that indicate the necessary floor system requirements.

Paraphrase how specifications and architectural drawings contribute to floor construction.

Recognize and differentiate categories of floor framing systems.

List and explain the varieties of wood-frame flooring systems.

Determine the components of a floor system and calculate the necessary quantities of materials.

Explain the function of a sill plate and its significance to floor framing.

Identify and characterize various types of girders and supports.

Explore types of floor joists.

Determine the functions of a subfloor and underlayment.

* - Calculate the quantity of materials required for floor structure.

Calculate the required material quantity for framing a floor assembly based on a set of plans.

Explain the process of building a platform floor assembly.

Outline the procedure for constructing a floor assembly.

* - Arrange and build a floor assembly incorporating a rough opening and subfloor material.

Wall Systems

List the elements of a wall system and explain the process of calculating the necessary framing materials.

Outline the elements of a wall system.

Describe the process of estimating the quantities and materials needed for framing walls.

* - Compute the estimated materials needed for wall framing.

Describe the process of marking and framing walls.

Provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in constructing wood frame walls.

Provide a comprehensive explanation of the process involved in constructing steel frame walls.

* - Arrange a wood frame wall incorporating plates, corner assemblies, door and window openings, partition Ts, bracing, and fire-blocking.

Provide a concise overview of the process involved in constructing and raising wall systems.

Outline the process for putting together a wall.

Demonstrate the four steps required to raise a wall.

* - Construct and raise a wooden frame wall encompassing top and bottom plates, corner assemblies, openings for doors and windows, partition Ts, bracing, and fire-blocking.

* - Properly install the sheathing on a wall.

Roof Framing

Recognize and mount ceiling frame elements.

Explain the process of arranging, cutting, and setting up ceiling joists.

Describe how to calculate and compute the required number of ceiling joists for a structure.

* - Demonstrate ceiling joist lay out.

* - Calculate the quantity of ceiling joists needed for the construction of the building.

Recognize and categorize the various types and components of residential roofs.

Explain and demonstrate the techniques of laying out and cutting common rafters.

Provide a detailed explanation on the process of constructing and sheathing a gable roof.

Explain the process of constructing a gable roof and its ends.

Outline the process for attaching sheathing to the roof.

Determine the quantity of rafters, ridgeboard, and sheathing required for material takeoff.

* - Cut and install gable roof rafters, frame a gable end wall, and demonstrate how to sheath a gable roof with an opening.

Acknowledge the utilization of trusses in fundamental roof construction.

Discuss trusses and describe their installation process.

Use trusses to erect a gable roof.

Basic Stair Layout

Recognize the essential elements of a stairway and the corresponding requirements associated with them.

Define essential stairway terminology and construction specifications.

Expound on the various types of stairways.

Explain how to calculate the overall height, quantity, and dimension of risers and treads required for a staircase.

Explain how to calculate the total rise, tread count, dimensions of risers, and the count and dimensions of treads required for a staircase.

Explain the process of determining the dimensions for stairwell openings.

* - Calculate the rise and run for a stairway, determine the height and number of risers, and determine the depth and number of treads.

Explain the details regarding the procedures for constructing stairs.

Describe the process for laying out, cutting, and constructing stringers and concrete forms.

* - Demonstrate how to lay out and cut a stringer.

Building Envelope Systems

Explain the function and elements of building envelope systems.

Discover methods to reduce air and moisture infiltration in structures.

Explain the varieties of windows and their installation specifications.

Recognize different window types, their uses, and the steps involved in their installation.

* - Prepare a rough opening and ensure the correct installation of a window.

Provide an overview of the various types of doors including their specific applications and requirements for installation.

Differentiate between residential and non-residential doors and outline the installation procedures for each type.

* - Prepare a rough opening and ensure the correct installation of a door.

Basic Safety

Describe, define, and illustrate general safety rules for working in a shop/lab and how they relate to construction and the carpentry industry.

Describe how to avoid on-site accidents.

Explain the relationship between housekeeping and safety.

Explain the importance of following all safety rules and company safety policies according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.

Explain the importance of reporting all on-the-job injuries, accidents, and near misses.

Explain the need for evacuation policies and the importance of following them.

Explain causes of accidents and the impact of accident costs.

Compare and contrast shop/lab safety rules to industry safety rules.

Identify and apply safety around construction operations.

Use proper safety practices when constructing or working around carpentry operations.

Explain the term “proximity work.”

Display appropriate safety precautions to take around common job site hazards.

Explain the safety requirements for working in confined areas.

Explain the different barriers and barricades and how they are used.

Demonstrate the appropriate use and care of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Identify commonly used PPE items.

Understand proper use of PPE.

Demonstrate appropriate care for PPE.

Explain fall protection, ladder, stair, and scaffold procedures and requirements.

Explain the use of proper fall protection.

Inspect and safely work with various ladders, stairs, and scaffolds.

Explain the safety data sheet (SDS).

Explain the function of the SDS.

Interpret the requirements of the SDS.

Discuss hazardous material exposures.

Display appropriate safety procedures related to fires.

Explain the process by which fires start.

Explain fire prevention of various flammable liquids.

Explain the classes of fire and the types of extinguishers.

Illustrate the proper steps to follow when using a fire extinguisher.

Demonstrate the proper techniques for putting out a fire.

Explain safety in and around electrical situations.

Explain injuries that can result when electrical contact occurs.

Explain safety around electrical hazards.

Explain actions to take when an electrical shock occurs.

Introduction to Construction Math

Apply the four basic math skills using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages, both with and without a calculator.

Define basic angles and geometric shapes used in the manufacturing industry.

Explain angle types.

Explain geometric shapes and give an overview of their characteristics.

Discuss area and volume.

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, decimals, and fractions with and without a calculator.

Convert whole numbers to fractions and convert fractions to whole numbers.

Convert decimals to percentages and convert percentages to decimals.

Convert fractions to decimals.

Convert fractions to percentages.

Demonstrate reading a standard and metric ruler and tape measure.

Recognize and use metric units of length, weight, volume, and temperature.

Hand Tools

Demonstrate the use and maintenance of hand tools.

Identify, visually inspect, and discuss the safe use of common hand tools used on job sites.

Discuss rules of safety.

Select and demonstrate the use of tools.

Explain the procedures for maintenance.

Explore measurement and layout tools.

Power Tools

Demonstrate the use and maintenance of power tools.

Identify, visually inspect, and discuss the safe use of common power tools including electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic.

Discuss rules of safety.

Select and demonstrate the use of tools.

Explain the procedures for maintenance.

Introduction to Construction Drawings

Read, analyze, and understand basic components of a blueprint.

Recognize and identify terms, components, and symbols commonly used on blueprints.

Relate information on drawings to actual locations on the print.

Recognize different types of drawings.

Interpret and use drawing dimensions and scale types.

Interpret symbols from a blueprint.

Examine various detail drawings.

Communication Skills

Demonstrate the ability to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively in on-the-job situations.

Follow basic written and verbal instructions.

Effectively communicate in on-the-job situations using verbal, written, or electronic communication.

Discuss the importance of good listening skills in on-the-job situations.

Apply the tips for developing good listening and speaking skills.

Employability Skills

Describe employment opportunities in the carpentry and construction industry.

Describe employment opportunities, including potential earnings, employee benefits, job availability, working conditions, educational requirements, required technology skills, and continuing education/training.

Discuss the guidelines for developing a proper résumé.

Demonstrate completing job applications.

Examine the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES) website and its applications relating to employment opportunities.

Perform various searches through the MDES website such as:

Number of jobs available for a specific area of expertise

Hourly wage

Percent of jobs in the county

Percent of jobs in the state

Demonstrate appropriate interview skills.

Identify interview skills such as speaking, dress, professionalism, punctuality.

Simulate a job interview.

Describe basic employee responsibilities and appropriate work ethics.

Compare and contrast employment responsibilities and expectations to local school and program policies and expectations.

Define effective relationship skills and workplace issues including, but not limited to, sexual harassment, stress, and substance abuse.

Demonstrate critical thinking and effective leadership skills.

Introduction to Materials Handling

Safely handle and store materials.

Define a load.

Establish a pre-task plan prior to moving a load.

Use proper materials-handling techniques.

Recognize hazards and follow safety procedures required for materials handling.

Choose appropriate materials-handling equipment for the task.

Motorized

Non-Motorized

Orientation, Digital Citizenship, and Keyboarding

Understand school policies, program policies, and safety procedures related to Cyber Foundations II.

Review the school handbook, the technology acceptable use policy, and other safety procedures for building-level situations.

Examine the course outline and discuss its relevance in today’s workforce.

Demonstrate appropriate safety measures related to technology in the computer lab and online environments.

Ensure students master the safety test with 100% proficiency.

Explore social and ethical issues related to digital citizenship, social media, and artificial intelligence (AI).

Analyze personal media habits and evaluate how much time is spent with different forms of media.

Debate the pros and cons of social media when used personally, educationally, and professionally.

Assess user responsibilities to respect others' creative work.

Develop strategies to determine inappropriate contact and foster positive interactions when collaborating online.

Reflect on the outcomes of creating different online personalities.

Investigate cyberbullying behaviors and their impact on individuals and communities.

Discuss the ethical use of AI in digital interactions and its impact on society.

Conduct in-depth analysis and discussion on complex social media issues, focusing on ethical and legal implications.

Examine and debate the ethical considerations and ramifications of AI technologies in digital communications.

Formulate and promote strategies for fostering positive online interactions and addressing cyberbullying effectively.

Facilitate effective collaboration using learning management systems (LMS). DOK3

Engage in online learning methodologies, including collaborative projects and peer evaluations.

Improve professional digital communication skills, ensuring clarity, etiquette, and effectiveness in virtual interactions.

Enhance and evaluate keyboarding skills. DOK2

Develop touch typing techniques to increase accuracy and speed.

Demonstrate proper posture and hand placement for effective typing.

Practice typing regularly to improve proficiency.

Utilize keyboard shortcuts to enhance productivity.

Master advanced typing techniques and utilize efficient keyboard shortcuts to improve productivity.

Implement regular assessments to monitor and enhance typing speed and accuracy.

Investigate and correlate career opportunities with digital skills across CTE career pathways. DOK3

Conduct comprehensive research and present detailed analyses on career paths within various Mississippi career clusters.

Explore the integration of digital skills in diverse industries, illustrating the relevance and application of these competencies in real-world CTE career pathways.

Physical Computing

Understand and apply the basics of physical computing. DOK2

Introduce the fundamentals of physical computing and its applications.

Identify and explain the functions of various physical computing devices, including microcontrollers and sensors.

Utilize and program physical computing devices. DOK3

Explore device usage, including microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, Micro), sensors, and VEX VR.

Develop algorithms to program physical devices to perform specific tasks, such as monitoring environmental conditions or controlling actuators.

Implement and debug robotics projects. DOK4

Program and control robots to perform complex tasks using platforms like VEX Robotics or LEGO Mindstorms.

Diagnose and troubleshoot issues in physical computing and robotics projects, refining code and hardware as needed.

Enhance functions with physical computing devices. DOK4

Improve and expand the functionality of physical computing devices through advanced programming and hardware integration.

Apply practical skills to solve real-world problems, such as designing a smart home system or automated greenhouse.

Examine ethical considerations in physical computing. DOK3

Discuss the ethical implications of physical computing and robotics, such as privacy concerns and the impact on employment.

Reflect on real-world examples of ethical and unethical practices in the field.

Explore virtual reality (VR) applications. DOK3

Understand the basics of virtual reality and its various use cases in fields like education, healthcare, and entertainment.

Engage in online VR applications and explore their potential through interactive experiences.

Investigate career opportunities related to physical computing. DOK4

Research and present on careers that involve physical computing, robotics, and VR.

Connect physical computing skills to real-world applications in various industries, such as automation, manufacturing, and game development

Ethics

Comprehend and apply ethical principles in computer science. DOK3

Understand the importance of ethics in technology and its expansive role within the computer science umbrella.

Discuss and analyze various ethical theories and principles as they apply to computer science, including deontology, utilitarianism, and virtue ethics.

Conduct in-depth ethical analyses. DOK4

Examine real-world ethical dilemmas in technology through case studies, such as data privacy, AI bias, and cybersecurity breaches.

Reflect on the ethical implications of emerging technologies and digital practices, considering both short-term and long-term societal impacts.

Develop and implement ethical standards. DOK4

Create an ethical code of conduct for computer science professionals that addresses issues like data protection, user consent, and transparency.

Propose solutions to ethical challenges encountered in different technology sectors, such as social media, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.

Engage in comprehensive research and scenario analysis. DOK4

Conduct research on multiple ethical scenarios in various fields of technology, such as autonomous vehicles, facial recognition, and social media algorithms.

Student Organizations, Leadership, and Career

Understand the structure and function of student organizations. DOK3

Analyze the various roles and responsibilities of student organizations.

Discuss the benefits of participation in student organizations for personal and professional development.

Develop and apply leadership skills within student organizations. DOK3

Demonstrate effective leadership strategies in student organization activities.

Implement and manage projects or events within student organizations, showcasing leadership and teamwork.

Connect participation in student organizations to career pathways. DOK3

Investigate how skills developed through student organizations relate to career pathways in Mississippi's CTE clusters.

Present case studies or examples of professionals who have benefited from their involvement in student organizations.

21st Century Toolbox

Master advanced digital tools for organization and productivity. DOK3

Utilize advanced features of digital calendars, note-taking apps, and project management tools to enhance organization and productivity.

Demonstrate the ability to integrate multiple digital tools to streamline workflows and manage tasks efficiently.

Develop proficiency in digital collaboration tools. DOK3

Explore and apply advanced functionalities of collaboration tools such as cloud-based platforms, shared documents, and communication apps.

Engage in collaborative projects using digital tools, showcasing effective teamwork and communication.

Enhance digital communication skills. DOK3

Practice advanced techniques in digital communication, including email etiquette, professional messaging, and virtual meeting protocols.

Create and present digital content using various media formats to communicate ideas clearly and effectively.

Demonstrate knowledge of 21st-century skills, including ethical AI and data use. DOK3

Collaborate effectively with peers on projects and assignments, showcasing teamwork and communication skills.

Demonstrate creativity and imagination in problem-solving scenarios.

Utilize critical thinking to analyze and solve complex problems.

Apply problem-solving techniques to various scenarios, emphasizing ethical considerations in AI and data use.

Explore career pathways through career exploration activities. DOK2

Research and identify career pathways within various Mississippi career clusters, understanding the required 21st-century skills.

Discuss the application of these skills to different career paths, emphasizing how they enhance career readiness

Update and refine an Individual Success Plan (ISP) to align with career interests and educational goals. DOK2

Identify the basic components of the ISP, linking it to the 14 national career clusters and to secondary and postsecondary education.

Select and print courses that meet graduation requirements and reflect the ISP, ensuring alignment with career goals.

Block- Based Coding

Reinforce and apply block-based programming concepts. DOK3

Review and strengthen understanding of basic and intermediate block-based programming concepts.

Apply these concepts to develop increasingly complex algorithms and interactive applications.

Review, revisit, and remediate key programming concepts. DOK2

Conduct thorough reviews of previously covered material to identify and address any gaps in understanding.

Revisit challenging concepts and provide targeted remediation to ensure mastery.

Prepare for transition to text-based programming. DOK2

Introduce foundational concepts essential for success in text-based programming.

Create a seamless transition by demonstrating how block-based concepts translate to text-based coding environments.

Text-Based Programming

Understand and apply fundamental concepts of text-based programming. DOK3

Master the basic concepts and syntax of text-based programming languages.

Develop and structure code to solve problems effectively.

Develop and utilize advanced programming structures. DOK3

Create and manipulate variables to store and manage data.

Implement flow control mechanisms such as conditionals to direct program logic.

Use loops for repetition and iteration in programs.

Develop and utilize functions to modularize and simplify code.

Enhance debugging and troubleshooting skills. DOK2

Identify, diagnose, and fix errors in code.

Employ debugging techniques to ensure program accuracy and efficiency.

Investigate and integrate ethical programming practices. DOK3

Explore and discuss ethical considerations in programming.

Analyze real-world examples of ethical and unethical programming practices and their societal impacts.

Networking

Define and differentiate types of networks. DOK3

Understand and describe the characteristics of various types of networks, including Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), and others.

Explain real-world applications of different network types.

Analyze and draw common network topologies. DOK3

Identify and illustrate basic network topologies.

Evaluate the pros and cons of each topology in different scenarios.

Identify and explain the functions of key network devices. DOK2

Describe the purpose and function of essential network devices such as routers, switches, and hubs.

Understand the roles of these devices in a network setup.

Understand and implement internet protocol (IP) addressing and domain name system (DNS) roles. DOK3

Explain the concept of IP addresses and how they are used in networks.

Describe DNS roles and their importance in network communication.

Apply network security measures. DOK3

Set up and configure firewalls and antivirus software.

Practice safe browsing habits and understand the importance of cybersecurity.

Organize and troubleshoot networks. DOK4

Gain hands-on experience in setting up a network.

Develop skills in troubleshooting common network issues.

Differentiate between the Internet and the World Wide Web (WWW). DOK2

Explain the differences between the Internet and the World Wide Web.

Understand data transfer processes within these systems.

Cybersecurity

Understand and describe the fundamentals of cybersecurity. DOK2

Define cybersecurity and its importance in the digital world.

Discuss the role of cybersecurity in protecting digital information.

Identify and analyze various cyber threats. DOK3

Describe different types of cyber threats, such as malware, phishing, and ransomware.

Analyze real-world examples of cyberattacks and their impacts.

Implement safe online practices. DOK3

Develop strategies for safe browsing and secure online behavior.

Explain the importance of antivirus software and firewalls in protecting devices.

Understand data privacy and protection measures. DOK2

Discuss data privacy principles and the importance of protecting personal information.

Implement basic data protection techniques.

Explore the basics of encryption. DOK2

Define encryption and its role in securing digital communications.

Explain basic encryption methods and their applications.

Investigate ethical hacking principles. DOK3

Define ethical hacking and its purpose.

Explore the differences between ethical and unethical hacking practices.

Conduct career exploration in cybersecurity. DOK4

Research various career paths in cybersecurity.

Analyze the skills and qualifications required for different roles in the cybersecurity field.

Explore the relevance of cybersecurity across different industries and CTE career pathways in Mississippi.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Understand and describe the fundamentals of artificial intelligence. DOK2

Define AI and explain its importance in modern technology.

Discuss various types of AI (narrow AI, general AI, superintelligent AI) and their applications.

Explore machine learning and its applications. DOK3

Explain the basic principles of machine learning, including supervised and unsupervised learning.

Investigate real-world applications of machine learning in fields such as healthcare, finance, and entertainment.

Analyze AI in daily life and ethical considerations. DOK4

Identify and discuss how AI is integrated into everyday life through virtual assistants, recommendation systems, and more.

Critically examine AI's ethical considerations and societal impacts, including bias, privacy, and job displacement.

Investigate future trends in AI. DOK3

Research emerging trends and advancements in AI technology, such as autonomous vehicles, AI in medicine, and AI in creative arts.

Analyze the potential future impact of AI on various industries and how it may transform career paths.

Complete an AI project. DOK4

Design and implement a comprehensive AI project that integrates concepts from the unit.

Present the project, highlighting the AI concepts applied, the challenges faced, and the outcomes achieved.

Data Science

Understand and describe the basics of data science. DOK2

Define data science and explain its significance in today’s data-driven world.

Identify real-world data science applications across healthcare, finance, and marketing industries.

Collect and manage data effectively. DOK3

Explain different data collection methods, including surveys, web scraping, and sensors.

Organize and manage data using tools such as spreadsheets, databases, or cloud-based platforms.

Analyze data types and structures DOK3

Differentiate between various data types (e.g., categorical, numerical) and structures (e.g., tables, arrays).

Explore how data is structured and stored in databases, including relational databases.

Visualize data using advanced tools. DOK4

Create data visualizations, such as charts, graphs, and dashboards, to represent information clearly and effectively.

Utilize software tools like Excel, Google Sheets, Tableau, or Python libraries (Matplotlib, Seaborn) to generate visualizations.

Apply statistical concepts in data analysis. DOK3

Explain basic statistical concepts (mean, median, mode, standard deviation) and their relevance to data science.

Conduct statistical analysis to derive meaningful insights from datasets.

Clean and prepare data for analysis. DOK4

Demonstrate techniques for cleaning and preparing data, including handling missing values, removing duplicates, and correcting errors.

Address common data issues such as outliers and inconsistencies.

Conduct basic data analysis and interpret results. DOK4

Perform basic data analysis using statistical and computational methods.

Interpret and communicate the results of data analysis through written reports, presentations, or visualizations.

Examine ethical considerations in data science. DOK3

Discuss ethical issues related to data privacy, security, and usage.

Reflect on real-world examples of ethical and unethical practices in data science, including data breaches and bias in algorithms.

Advanced Computing Concepts

Advanced Programming Techniques DOK4

Develop complex algorithms and implement them using text-based programming languages.

Explore advanced programming structures such as recursion, data structures, and object-oriented programming.

Cybersecurity Challenges DOK4

Simulate and defend against advanced cyber threats in a controlled environment.

Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies that address real-world scenarios.

Data Science and Analytics DOK4

Conduct advanced data analysis using statistical software, focusing on predictive analytics and data visualization techniques.

Develop machine learning models to analyze large datasets, applying AI techniques to derive insights and make data-driven decisions.

Ethical Computing Practices DOK4

Investigate the ethical implications of emerging technologies, such as AI, machine learning, and big data.

Develop and propose ethical guidelines for technology use in various sectors, focusing on privacy, equity, and transparency.

Advanced Networking and Internet Concepts DOK4

Design and implement scalable network solutions using advanced networking protocols and architectures.

Analyze and address network security vulnerabilities using industry-standard tools and practices.

Program Orientation

Describe the expectations, procedures, and opportunities in the early childhood education (ECE) program. DOK1

Review the curriculum standards, competencies, and objectives.

Discuss school and classroom policies for emergency procedures and the proper use of lab equipment.

Identify leadership opportunities in student organizations, such as FCCLA, Skills USA, or Educators Rising.

Complete federally required safety test with 100% accuracy.

Explore the opportunities and trends in the field of ECE. DOK2

Research the education and training required in the various ECE careers.

Identify characteristics and responsibilities of individuals working in the field.

Describe the various types of early childcare programs and the historical changes that have affected the field of ECE.

Investigate ECE organizations and their role in the field including licensing, regulations, and accreditations.

American Montessori Association (AMA)

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)

National Association of Child Care Professionals (NACCP)

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)

National Child Care Association (NCCA)

National Head Start Association (NHSA)

Child Development Association (CDA)

Child Development: Infant to Three Years Old

Apply methods to observe and assess children’s developmental and educational goals. DOK2

Identify the general purpose of assessments and factors that determine when they are conducted in a childcare setting.

Analyze factors involved in choosing assessments, including the advantages and disadvantages of each tool.

Checklist

Anecdotal records

Rating scales

Participation charts

Work samples/portfolios

Visual/technological

Analyze developmental stages and apply the appropriate strategies that promote growth in children from birth to two years of age. DOK3

Describe the characteristics associated with areas of development in children from birth to two years of age.

Physical

Cognitive

Social-emotional

Examine the behaviors and needs described by Erik Erikson’s psychosocial theory that apply to the developmental stages for this group.

Stage I

Stage II

Analyze developmental stages and apply the appropriate strategies that promote growth in children from two to three years of age. DOK3

Describe the characteristics associated with areas of development in children from two to three years of age.

Physical

Cognitive

Social-emotional

Examine the stages of development for children in this age group according to theories and principles.

Piaget’s theory of cognitive development

Erikson’s psychosocial theory of human development

Child Development: Four Years Old and Special Needs Populations

Analyze developmental stages and apply the appropriate strategies that promote growth in children from four to five years of age. DOK3

Describe the characteristics associated with areas of development for children in this age group.

Physical

Cognitive

Social-emotional

Examine the stages of development for children in this age group according to theoretical principles.

Piaget’s theory of cognitive development

Erikson’s psychosocial theory of human development

Maslow’s hierarchy of needs

Develop strategies that support the inclusion and development of children with special needs into a program. DOK3

Examine the purpose and goals of laws regarding disabilities in childcare programs.

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Apply strategies to identify and accommodate the various types of special needs.

Hearing

Speech/language

Visual

Physical

Cognitive/learning

Gifted

Preparing a Healthy and Safe Environment

Demonstrate developmentally appropriate equipment selection and space organization skills to promote healthy learning environments. DOK3

Identify key elements and criteria involved in planning and preparing the environment.

Indoor environment

Indoor furniture and design

Activity areas

Outdoor environment

Plan activities and select equipment, materials, and toys that encourage the developmental skills of children, such as motor, problem solving, exploration, and communication.

Birth to two years of age

Two to three years of age

Three to four years of age

Special needs populations

Develop policies that must be implemented to protect the safety and health of children in a childcare facility. DOK3

Identify the necessary physical features to prevent or reduce injuries in a childcare facility.

Indoor and outdoor play areas

Furniture

Walls

Toys and equipment

Explain emergency and safety procedures that must be implemented to maintain a safe environment for children.

Child supervision

Transportation

Fire and weather

Choking and poisonings

Demonstrate procedures that minimize and prevent the spread of disease and infections.

Sanitizing and disinfecting

Hand washing

Diapering/toileting

Identify concepts to design nutritious meals and snacks in a childcare program.

Common nutritional problems/needs

Food groups and sources

Meal plans and preferences

Design a center’s health policy that protects and improves the health of children.

Immunizations

Exclusion

Administering medications

Napping

Contacting parents

First aid

Wounds and burn treatment

Explain the legal requirements childcare centers use to promote children’s safety. DOK2

Explore a center’s responsibility for ensuring the safety and health of children.

Types of liability

Health and safety forms

Privacy law

Recognize signs of neglect and abuse in children.

Nonaccidental physical injury

Neglect

Emotional abuse

Sexual abuse

Demonstrate procedures that minimize and prevent the spread of disease and infections.

Sanitizing and disinfecting

Hand washing

Diapering/toileting

Learning Environment

Create a healthy, supportive, and challenging learning environment based on developmental skills of children. DOK3

Identify reasons and guidelines for establishing classroom limits and enforcement techniques.

Describe appropriate limitations for general classroom areas and activities.

Cooking

Sensory play

Playground activity

Dramatic play

Small manipulative activities

Identify strategies that promote effective routines and activities for early childhood education programs.

Arrival routines

Meals/snacks

Nap times

Indoor and outdoor play

Toileting and hand washing

Demonstrate the use of developmentally appropriate transition techniques that promote positive outcomes in a childcare setting.

Develop guidance skills to support developmental and educational goals. DOK2

Differentiate the purpose of discipline, guidance, and in a childcare setting.

Describe principles of direct and indirect guidance.

Identify the purpose and goals of techniques designed to guide children’s behavior.

Positive verbal environment

Redirecting

Modeling

Listening

Encouraging

Suggestions

Positive reinforcement

Consequences

Warning

Time-out

I-messages

Praise

Prompting

Persuading

Curriculum Development

Demonstrate developmentally appropriate teaching methods and approaches to learning for early education. DOK2

Describe factors to consider, and the elements involved in the curriculum development process.

Program goals

Observations/assessments

Content vs. process-centered

Learning styles/interests

Themes

Resources

Activities

Technology

Demonstrate approaches to learning and teaching by incorporating developmentally appropriate themes. DOK2

Compile a list of developmentally appropriate themes for toddlers and preschool-age children.

Develop a web or flowchart illustrating a connection between activities and themed units of lessons.

Write a “block” format lesson plan based on a theme.

Create a “daily lesson plan” to include the following:

Goals

Evaluation

Motivation or introduction

Subject

Learning objectives

Procedures

Accommodations (developmental delays)

Materials

Closure/transition

Guided questions

Design a plan to guide learning experiences. DOK3

In the plan, include the necessary elements for the following:

Art

Language (storytelling, writing, play, or puppetry)

Math

Science

Social studies

Music or movement

Food experiences

Field trip experiences

Technology

Family and Community Relationships

Demonstrate cultural awareness and skills to build positive relationships with family and community members. DOK2

Identify the purpose and various methods for involving parents and families in the childcare program.

Parent-teacher conferences

Written communication

Home visits

Discussion groups

Volunteers

Identify strategies to promote cultural diversity and the challenges associated with certain concepts.

Multicultural books, toys, and materials

Celebrations, events, and holidays

Intergenerational concepts

Stereotypes

Nonsexist toys and materials

Identify strategies to promote cultural diversity and the challenges associated with certain concepts.

Cooking

Sensory play

Playground activity

Dramatic play

Small manipulative activities

Career Development and Professionalism

Demonstrate career readiness and work-based learning skills. DOK3

Research and compare available jobs in the ECE field based on key factors.

Minimum education

Certifications

Minimum experience

Job description/responsibilities

Salary

Demonstrate basic interviewing skills led by the instructor and/or advisory committee members.

Professional attire

Cover letter

Application and/or résumé

Letters of recommendations

Thank you/follow up letters

Review individual professional portfolios to ensure necessary documents are included and information is current.

Philosophy of education

Lesson plans

Food menus and schedules

Daily schedule of activities

Observation records

Program Orientation

Adhere to the policies and procedures of the educator preparation program. DOK1

Review the curriculum, school, and program policies that help to promote safety and student success.

Academics

Attendance

Discipline

Dress code

Safety (e.g., equipment safety, technology use, etc.)

Student organizations (e.g., Educator’s Rising, FCCLA, SkillsUSA, etc.)

Transportation

Develop employability and job-seeking skills to prepare for a career in education. DOK1

Identify personal characteristics, professional qualities, and skills associated with the roles of an effective teacher.

Research employment opportunities, salaries, and job benefits associated with various levels of teaching including elementary, secondary, and postsecondary.

Describe the education and training requirements necessary to obtain a teaching position through various pathways and program options.

Content areas

Alternative route

Traditional route

Educator preparation programs (EPP)

Teacher academies

Describe the organizational structure, professional standards, and social issues that affect education and schools. DOK1

Identify the roles, responsibilities, and funding sources within the federal, state, and local levels of education.

U.S. Department of Education

Mississippi Department of Education

School districts

School buildings

Discuss the relationship between schools and communities and the impact of social problems, such as poverty and violence.

Examine the role of professional organizations in the teaching profession.

National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)

National Education Association (NEA)

Educational Testing Service (ETS)

Create a professional portfolio that demonstrates abilities, experiences, and skills. DOK3

Include the following items in the portfolio:

Teaching philosophy

Cover letter

Résumé

Work samples

References

Follow-up letter

History and Trends in American Education

Explain how historical people and events shaped the American education system.DOK2

Describe how significant events and trends impacted American education during the colonial period (1600-1776).

European migration

Apprenticeships

Dame schools

Religious influences

Describe how conditions and people influenced American education during the early national period (1776-1840).

Rural living

Benjamin Franklin

Thomas Jefferson

Explain how significant people and events impacted the American education system during the common school period (1840-1880).

Horace Mann

Oregon Trail

African Americans

Friedrich Froebel

Morrill Act

Explain the significance of people and events that shaped the American education system during the progressive period (1880-1921).

Industrial Revolution

Reform movement

John Dewey

Maria Montessori

Career and technical education

Describe the impact of the 1920s Great Depression Era (1921-1949) on the American education system.

Explain how people and events helped to develop the modern American education system. DOK2

Describe the significance of events on the American education system during the period from 1940 to 1970.

Brown v. Board of Education

Civil Rights Act of 1964

Elementary and Secondary Education Act

Project Head Start

Explain the impact of events and trends on the American education system from 1970 to 1990.

Desegregation and busing

Bilingual education

Equal Opportunity in Education Act (Title IX)

Education for All Handicapped Children Act

Describe how events and trends influenced American education from 1990 to 2010.

Technology

Accountability

No Child Left Behind Act

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (i.e., Perkins V)

Human Growth and Development

Explain the significance of human growth and development on the learning and teaching processes. DOK2

Describe the general changes in abilities and behaviors associated with the four main types of human development (i.e., physical, cognitive, social, and emotional).

Explain the contributions of major developmental theories to human development.

Heredity versus environment

Kohlberg’s theory of moral development

Pavlov’s classical conditioning

Thorndike’s law of effect

Skinner’s operant conditioning

Bandura’s social cognitive theory

Piaget’s stages of cognitive development

Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory

Kolb’s experiential learning theory

Erikson’s psychosocial theory

Identify the stages of human growth and development and describe the progression of learning abilities with each phase. DOK1

Describe the major characteristics of growth and development for preschool-age children.

Physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development

Piaget’s and Vygotsky’s developmental theories

Developmentally appropriate activities and guidance

Describe the major characteristics of growth and development for children ages 5-7.

Physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development

Kindergarten-ready skills

Piaget’s and Erikson’s developmental theories

Describe the major characteristics of growth and development for children ages 8-12.

Physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development

Piaget’s and Kohlberg’s developmental theories

Describe the major characteristics of growth and development for teenage students.

Physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development

Piaget’s developmental theory

Diverse Learners

Demonstrate the importance of supporting diverse learners in the classroom. DOK2

Identify characteristics of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles.

Define multiple intelligences and identify the characteristics associated with each type.

Logical

Spatial

Kinesthetic

Linguistic

Musical

Naturalistic

Apply differentiated instructional practices for the various learning styles.

Demonstrate strategies to address the needs of exceptional learners in the classroom. DOK2

Explain the process to identify gifted and talented learners based on students’ characteristics and unique abilities.

Relate lesson adaptations and special programs to meet the needs of gifted and talented learners.

Describe the characteristics of the general types of disabilities and disorders (i.e., developmental, intellectual, and learning).

various types of disabilities in the special population

Intellectual

Learning

Emotional or behavioral

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Autism spectrum

Communication

Hearing loss or deafness

Low vision or blindness

Explain the processes and support systems designed to address the educational needs of learners with disabilities.

Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Section 504 services

Educational placement (i.e., mainstreaming, inclusion, special education)

Tier process

Performance levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAF)

Identify methods to support English language learners (ELL) or students with limited English proficiency (LEP). DOK1

Learning Environments

Develop strategies to create safe, engaging, and respectful classroom environments. DOK2

Define classroom management and describe how certain factors help to create an engaging and stimulating learning environment.

Sense of community

Respect

Student involvement

Positive relationships

Visual displays and materials

Demonstrate effective classroom management styles that promote teaching and learning processes. DOK2

Discuss the purpose of classroom management styles and the different types of management styles of teachers.

Authoritarian

Authoritative

Indulgent

Permissive

Apply classroom management strategies that promote student engagement during the learning process.

Lesson relevance

Varied instructional strategies

Individual and group activities

Transitions

Demonstrate the proper use of strategies to avoid, minimize, and address behavior problems in the classroom.

Behavior management plan

Classroom rules and procedures

Personal responsibility

Routines

Seat assignments

Keep records

Parental involvement

Create a physical classroom environment that is safe and effective for instruction. DOK3

Design physical spaces that allow for the ease of mobility, teaching, and supervision within a classroom.

Establish classroom safety procedures to follow in the event of emergencies, such as evacuation, lockdown, and shelter-in-place.

Career and Professional Development

Adhere to the philosophy and policies of the educator preparation program. DOK1

Review the curriculum, school, and program policies that help to promote safety and success.

Academics

Attendance

Career portfolio

Discipline

Dress code

Safety

Student organizations

Transportation

Develop professional skills, materials, and resources to pursue a position in the teaching profession. DOK3

Prepare professional documents to practice the interview process.

Cover letter

Résumé

References

Follow-up or thank-you letter

Update skills, work samples, and teaching philosophy in student portfolio.

Participate in a mock job interview to demonstrate employability skills for a teaching position.

Demonstrate the benefits of professional memberships, community involvement, and ongoing professional development. DOK2

Mississippi Association for Career and Technical Education (MS ACTE) conference

Educator’s Rising competitions

Subject area organizations

Service-learning projects

Instructional Planning

Develop instructional materials that meet educational standards and students’ learning goals. DOK3

Examine components of state academic and CTE curriculum frameworks.

Standards

Competencies

Objectives

Design a lesson plan.

Prepare an opening (i.e., hook, introduction, and anticipatory set).

List materials, equipment, supplies, preparations, and instructional resources.

Illustrate the appropriate sequence of instruction (e.g., guided, direct, or independent practice).

Identify assessment strategies.

Prepare a closing to the lesson.

Provide enrichment/remediation.

Modify lesson plans to accommodate learning styles and differences, including special needs and gifted learners.

Demonstrate instructional strategies that meet educational standards and students’ learning goals. DOK3

Identify the differences between teacher-centered and learner-centered instructional methods.

Lectures

Discussions

Guided notes

Cooperative learning

Flipped classroom

Student presentations

Explain how and when to use various instructional techniques that reinforce the learning process.

Scaffolding

Examples

Modeling

Pacing

Closure

Questions (e.g., levels of difficulty, open-ended, etc.)

Compare the components of Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy and Webb’s Depth of Knowledge (DOK) models.

Deliver a lesson utilizing a lesson plan designed with strategies to meet standards and objectives.

Instructional Technology

Implement technology to enhance the teaching and learning processes.DOK2

Explain how technology has been used to overcome obstacles in education and make learning more accessible (e.g., distance education, online learning, virtual schools, etc.).

Identify the purpose and difference between various learning management systems (LMS).

Canvas

Moodle

Schoology

Google Classroom

Demonstrate the tools and functions of a LMS for instructional purposes.

Assignments

Discussion boards

Gradebooks

Journals

Videos

Quizzes

Plan a classroom and online lesson that incorporates interactive technology tools to engage students. DOK3

Utilize interactive technology in a classroom and online lesson.

Edpuzzle

Edmodo

FlipGrid

Headspace

Kahoot

Assessment Strategies

Explain the role of assessments in the instructional and learning processes. DOK2

Describe the purpose of assessment.

Distinguish between formative and summative assessment strategies.

Construct and appropriately apply various types of assessment strategies.

Checklists

Observations

Rubrics

Standardized tests

Teacher-developed tests

Exit tickets

Develop assessment strategies that align to instructional objectives, Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy, or Webb’s DOK.

Apply strategies to improve teaching and learning activities based on assessment results.DOK2

Identify the purpose of feedback.

Describe methods that provide information to students about their learning and growth (e.g., grades, informal, personalized feedback, etc.).

Recognize indicators that determine when and how to reteach learning objectives.

Unit 1: Introduction to Graphic Design

Define and discuss the applications of graphic design.

Define graphic design.

Identify uses of graphic design in practical applications.

Connect the history and purpose of graphic design.

Determine the correlation between graphic design and social trends, power, equality, cultural identity, etc.

Explore ethical and legal issues as they relate to graphic design.

Identify safeguards for protecting intellectual property.

Define fair use, licensing, and copyright.

Research ethical concepts (e.g., personal use, commercial use, file sharing, photo manipulation, etc.).

Investigate the effect of technology on ethical and legal decisions.

Unit 2: Design Concepts and Principles

Discuss and identify graphic design elements.

Define graphic design elements.

Images

Typography

Colors

Lines

Shapes

Textures

Examine terminology and concepts related to graphic design elements (e.g., fonts, color theories, digital photography, etc.).

Discuss and identify design principles.

Define design principles.

Balance

Contrast

Rhythm

Emphasis

Movement

Pattern

Unity

Positive/Negative space

Identify design principles in created work.

Discuss and identify design composition strategies.

Define commonly used composition techniques.

Rule of thirds

Focal point

Leading lines

Framing

Scaling

Perspective and angles

Identify composition strategies in created work.

Unit 3: Graphic Design Technology Tools

Identify industry standard and casual use programs for design purposes.

Distinguish between graphic design programs.

Explain the purpose of commonly used graphic design programs (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite/Cloud, Microsoft Office, Google applications, freeware/open source, etc.)

Identify the differences between raster and vector images.

Compare graphic design applications and their best uses.

Explore raster imagery.

Identify raster image sources.

Compare and contrast different raster image file types.

Explore the management of image file quality (e.g., resolution, lossy compression, lossless compression, resampling, resizing, etc.).

Explore vector imagery.

Identify vector image sources.

Compare and contrast different vector image file types.

Compare and contrast the uses of raster and vector images.

Unit 4: Design Visualization

Explore layout software.

Demonstrate the use of typography in the design process.

Examine typography vocabulary.

Distinguish between different typefaces and determine optimal usage of each.

Demonstrate the use of various typography tools on a layout.

Evaluate the effectiveness of fonts based on project goals.

Demonstrate the use of color in the design process.

Understand various color processing models (e.g., CMYK, RGB, HSB, etc.).

Define color terminology (e.g., hue, saturation, grayscale, shade, tint, tone, etc.).

Experiment with different color theories (e.g., analogous, monochromatic, triadic, etc.) on a layout.

Evaluate the use of colors in conveying emotions/messages in graphic design.

Create texture using color tools on a layout.

Demonstrate the use of imagery in the design process.

Demonstrate the use of lines on a layout.

Demonstrate the use of shapes on a layout.

Create texture using lines and shapes on a layout.

Demonstrate the use of photography on a layout.

Demonstrate the use of design principles in the layout process.

Unit 5: Raster Image Editing

Explore raster image editing software.

Demonstrate image enhancement in raster editing.

Explore color enhancement processes (e.g., curves, highlights, midtones, shadows, etc.).

Explore retouch tools used to enhance raster images.

Demonstrate the use of layers to perform advanced raster image editing techniques.

Create layers for non-destructive editing.

Create layer masks for partial image editing.

Unit 1: Vector Image Creation and Editing

Discuss knowledge of essential vector terminology (e.g., path, fill, stroke, segments, anchor points, end points, etc.). DOK2

Explore vector image editing software.

Examine different shape tools.

Examine different line tools.

Examine different text tools.

Create a vector image.

Create a simple shape.

Create a simple composition using shapes.

Create a vector image from a raster image.

Create an original piece of vector artwork using vector editing software.

Edit a vector image.

Use vector editing tools to add or change anchor points in an image.

Edit images using clipping masks.

Use filters to modify a vector image.

Demonstrate the use of layers to perform advanced vector editing techniques.

Create a vector image from a raster image using layers.

Create an original piece of vector artwork using layering effects.

Unit 2: Branding and Visual Identity

Define terminology related to branding (e.g., logo, trademark, registered trademark, slogan, etc.).

Understand the importance of a logo to a business’s branding strategy.

Examine the importance of logos in brand recognition.

Research logos to evaluate the design strategies used.

Analyze and duplicate an existing logo using vector editing software.

Design an original logo using vector editing software. DOK4

Justify the use of color in logo creation.

Connect logo elements to design principles

Unit 3: Graphic Design for Web-Based Media

Differentiate between design for print and design for digital media.

Explore the use of web-safe colors for digital media.

Explain the reasoning for using small file sizes for imagery.

Examine web-appropriate typography.

Create digital media content.

Define a banner ad.

Design a banner ad for a web page.

Research advertisement specifications for various media platforms.

Create an advertisement for use on at least two social media platforms

Unit 4: The Digital Portfolio

Understand the purpose of a digital portfolio.

Create a graphic design digital portfolio using an industry-standard platform (i.e., Google Sites, Adobe Portfolio, Canva, etc.).

Create graphic design samples that incorporate design elements and principles.

Create at least two original print media samples.

Create an original vector image that has been edited.

Create an original raster image that has been edited.

Create at least two original digital media design samples.

Present a digital portfolio.

Research the use of a digital portfolio within the graphic design industry. DOK4

Create a promotional piece about a specific career using graphic design software.