General Educational Development Certificate
GED PREP
EMERY, MICHAEL
REUWER, HENRY
Based on pretest results, students will receive instruction in Language Arts-Writing, Social Studies, Science, Language Arts-Reading, and Mathematics in preparation for GED testing. One-on-one instruction will be provided when possible.
WED/January 27, 2010, 6:00-9:00 OR THU/January 28, 2010, 5:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Cost: Free
Art
INTRODUCTION
TO ART
HALLE, KELLY
This beginners' level class provides an opportunity for self-discovery and inner exploration using a variety of creative media. We will explore 2-D and 3-D projects such as drawing, printmaking and clay hand building. The class will focus on a gradual building of art terminology, art criticism, and process. There will be writing to support project direction. Projects will be a catalyst for individual and creative expression. Bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!
THU/January 28, 2010, 3:30-6:30, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only. $25.00 Lab Fee to be paid at time of registration.
English
EXPLORING LITERATURE
FOSTER, JANICE
Students will use the elements of literature through books, writing, and film activities.
MON/January 25, 2010, 2:30-5:30, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only. $15.00 Lab Fee to be paid at time of registration.
FILM AND LITERATURE
HAYES, WEATALO
Learn the foundations of writing through films. The students will be exposed to a variety of types of writing after viewing films. This class covers poetry, essays (narrative, descriptive, persuasive, expository, opinion-reaction) and weekly journal writing. Writing will be done in class and editing will be done for homework.
WED/January 27, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only. $15.00 Lab Fee to be paid at time of registration.
GRAMMAR
THROUGH WRITING
HAYES, WEATALO
This course is geared to the individual student. Learn grammar through your own writing as well as practical applications involving job skills, current events and easy to understand exercises. This grammar course concentrates on usage, the mechanics of a sentence, spelling, and a general review of grammatical problem areas. Each lesson focuses on frequent errors, gives examples, suggests strategies, and offers further study guides. Students will learn how to present a thesis for debate as well as sharpen research skills while getting their point across to a reader or audience. A research paper will be required.
MON/January 25, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only. $15.00 Lab Fee to be paid at time of registration.
LEARNING TO WRITE SHORT STORIES
HAYES, WEATALO
Short stories are often considered to be the most perfect form of fiction writing, and nearly every author of merit has many great tales to their name. We will read from some of the most famous authors of short stories such as O. Henry, Saki (Hector Monro), Rudyard Kipling, H.G. Wells, Oscar Wilde, Jack London and Henry James. Students will have the opportunity to learn how to write a short story through essays. This course will focus on using a layered approach to teach students the basics of writing a short story. There will be an emphasis placed on the following elements of the short story: how to use observation to reveal character, novels, children’s literature, characterization development, focused revision, ideas for conflict, ways to develop plot, a character wheel, leads and point of view.
TUE/January 26, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only. $15.00 Lab Fee to be paid at time of registration.
SELF-DIRECTED STUDY
CORBIN, PAMELA
This class is a tutorial, computer-assisted, self-paced course designed for high school diploma students needing a highly individualized program. Students are expected to work at home and in class. Please bring pen, pencil and notebook.
MON/January 25, 2010, 12:30-3:30, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
THU/January 28, 2010, 2:30-5:30, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
SELF-DIRECTED STUDY
FULLER, ALTON
This class is a tutorial, computer-assisted, self-paced course designed for high school diploma students needing a highly individualized program. Students are expected to work at home and in class. Please bring pen, pencil and notebook.
TUE/January 26, 2010, 12:30-3:30, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
WED/January 27, 2010, 2:30-5:30, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
Health
EXPLORING
RELATIONSHIPS
WING, HILLARY
This course focuses on the relationships between personal choices and individual well-being with an emphasis on teaching healthy ways to listen and communicate with family, peers, and others. Discussion will raise awareness about social issues and increase knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of interpersonal relationships.
TUE/January 26, 2010, 2:30-5:30, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only. $15.00 Lab Fee to be paid at time of registration.
History & Government
CIVICS THROUGH CITIZENSHIP
EMERY,
MICHAEL
This isn't your average civics course. We'll look at all the important aspects of government in a standard civics course (the Constitution, the structure of the U.S. government, the role of the citizen) through the lens of immigration and the quest for citizenship. Each student will take on an alter ego as we study the citizenship process and find out what it really means to be a citizen of the United States.
TUE/January 26, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only + Text
GLOBAL INSIGHTS
COOPER, BRUCE
Global Insights is a study of the earth and how we interact with it. Using the five themes of geography: location, place, human/environment interaction, movement and region students will examine and explore the environmental, social and cultural aspects of geography and how they relate to present day.
MON/January 25, 2010, 2:30-5:30, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only + Text
NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURES
HAYES, H. JOSEPH
This course is aimed at students who want to expand their understanding of Native American culture, art, and religion. We will explore most of the major tribes from the ones that inhabited New England, to the western plains, from the Inuit to the Hopi. This course will use texts, films, artifacts, and the Maine State Museum to explore different groups of American Indians. We will focus on certain themes like what life was like before and after the colonization of “the white man” and the oral story telling tradition.
This course is designed to increase our knowledge in a fun and interactive way. Prepare to discuss and enjoy a break from our own technologically fast-paced way of living as we peer into a world and a people who lived on the same soil that we trod everyday.
WED/January 27, 2010, 2:45-5:45, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only. $15.00 Lab Fee to be paid at time of registration.
U. S. HISTORY
COOPER, BRUCE
This class will cover the history of our nation from the arrival of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock to the domestic and international issues that confront our nation today.
MON/January 25, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only + Text
Math
ALGEBRA I
TBA
This course includes a quick review of pre-algebra and then begins first year high school algebra including algebraic expressions, first degree equations in one variable, factoring, rational expressions, graphing, exponents, and polynomials.
TUE/January 26, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
ALGEBRA II
JUDKINS, JACQUELYN
Algebra II reinforces and expands upon skills and concepts taught in Algebra I, including a detailed study of the number system, use of variables and equations as models in problem-solving. Linear and quadratic functions, systems of equations and graphing will be used as tools in problem solving. A solid understanding of linear algebra is necessary for success in this course.
TUE/January 26, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
FINANCIAL LIFE SKILLS
EMERY, MICHAEL
This course is an introduction to the basic skills (balancing a checkbook, maintaining good credit) you will need to get by in today's modern financial maze. We will discover what you need to know about credit and loans, insurance, taxes, how to pay for college and how to be an informed consumer when making a large purchase. Don't get stuck in debtor's prison!
TUE/January 26, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
GEOMETRY
WEI, LICHIN
This course will cover all the basics of geometry: lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, proportions, areas of polygons, and coordinate geometry.
MON/January 25, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
INTEGRATED
MATH
WEI, LICHIN
This course deals with the practical applications of math and is for those who may find math a challenging subject. Using real-life applications, this course will help students to grasp important math concepts, problem solving, critical thinking skills, and gain a fuller, richer understanding of mathematics.
TUE/January 26, 2010, 2:30-5:30, 15 weeks, Kennebec Learning Center, Diploma students only + Text
Science
GENERAL SCIENCE
FULLER, ALTON
A generalized science course that introduces a wide range of topics in chemistry, astronomy, green science, life science, physics, and earth sciences. It involves some labs and lab reports and scientific methods.
TUE/January 26, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only + Text
INTEGRATED
SCIENCE
FULLER, ALTON
This course reviews topics such as living systems; the human systems; cell structure; chemistry of matter; energy and motion; energy sources; magnetism and electricity; gravity and friction; the environment, atmosphere and weather, the earth; the universe, astronomy and aerospace; and scientific technology in society.
MON/January 25, 2010, 6:00-9:00, 15 weeks, Cony, Diploma students only + Text