Catalog 2020-2021

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Table of ContentsWhat is QuEST?QuEST GuidelinesAsynchronous Course OverviewAsynchronous Course Descriptions

What is QuEST?

QuEST is the name of the Knox County Schools Distance Learning Program. It stands for Quality Education for Students using Technology.

It is online classes with teacher recorded materials.

QuEST affords high school students an opportunity to engage in more classes than their school alone might be able to offer.

Because university classes and industry certification programs rely more heavily on the online learning format, we need to provide an opportunity for our students to experience a different way of teaching and learning while we are still able to provide the appropriate developmental supports.

We are always looking for new classes, and we want to support teachers who are willing to be pioneers in this endeavor.

For additional information please contact:Cheryl SheridanQuEST CoordinatorKCSQuEST@knoxschools.org

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QuEST Guidelines

What makes a good QuEST student?● Self-Motivated● Not needing prompting from the teacher of record● Organized● Capable of keeping up with all assignments

If the student is not self-motivated, please do not put them in a QuEST class.

Special Requirements ● Meeting face to face with the teacher of record at his/her request● Example: Spanish 2 course, students are required to take a pre-test and pass with at least

80%.

Please take special note of these requirements listed at the end of the course description. They are bold, italicized, and in orange.

*Please know that the descriptions in this catalog may be changed as the new pink book descriptions are updated.

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Course Catalog Overview

Class Course CodeTime

OfferedWhen

Offered Anticipated Teacher

SOCIAL STUDIES

AP European History 34410500Q Online Full Year Ron MartinezAP US Government and

Politics 34450500Q Online Full Year Paula Franklin

CP Psychology/Sociology

34330300Q/34320300Q Online

Fall 2021Spring 2021 Laura St Clair

AP Psychology 34470500Q Online Full Year Chris Ottinger

AP World History 34490500Q Online Full Year Shasta Todd

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Coding I 60980000Q Online Fall 2020 Vivian WestCoding II

*required Coding I 60990000Q Online Spring 2021 Vivian West

Web Design Foundations 61000000Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Trina Polston

ENGLISH

Sci-Fi Literature 29010060Q Online Full Year Keith LeonardAppalachian/Southern

Literature 29010020Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Melissa Sandling

AP Language 30130500Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Natalie Dowling

WORLD LANGUAGES

Latin 1 30310000Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Christopher Webb

Latin 2 30320000Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Christopher Webb

Spanish 2 30220000Q Online Full Year Katie Keaney

Honors Chinese 1 30910400Q Online Fall 2020 Frank Chen

Honors Chinese 2 30920400Q Online Spring 2021 Frank Chen

French 1 30410000Q Online Full Year Amy Thomas

Honors French 2 30420400Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Korey Wheatley

MATH

AP Statistics 31290500Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Cheri Siler

CP Statistics 31360000Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Lindsay Davis

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Course Catalog Overview

Class Course CodeTime

OfferedWhen

Offered Anticipated Teacher

PE/HEALTH

Aerobics 33020020Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Kevin Van PeltWeight Training

Adv Strength/Conditioning 33020010Q OnlineFall 2020

Spring 2021 Kara Rickard

SCIENCE

Honors Organic Chemistry 32260400Q Online Full Year Glenn Arnold

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: ASYNCHRONOUS CLASSES

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All course descriptions following are from the high school progression plan. Please make note that the descriptions may change as the courses are updated for the upcoming year.

Check back frequently!

SOCIAL STUDIES

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AP EUROPEAN HISTORYThis course provides an in-depth study of the development of Western European history. The course is designed to increase the knowledge of European political, social, economic, and intellectual history of the nations of Western Europe. The student will gain a better understanding of the problems faced by people at a given time, relate these problems to the present, and attempt to find solutions. This course follows the College Board guidelines and is taught at the college level. (Prerequisite: Departmental Recommendation) This class will meet one evening per month, most likely on Mondays from 4:15-5:45 pm.

AP US GOVERNMENT AND POLITICSAP U.S. Government and Politics provides a college-level, nonpartisan introduction to key political concepts, ideas, institutions, policies, interactions, roles, and behaviors that characterize the constitutional system and political culture of the United States. Students will study U.S. foundational documents, Supreme Court decisions, and other texts and visuals to gain an understanding of the relationships and interactions among political institutions, processes, and behaviors. They will also engage in disciplinary practices that require them to read and interpret data, make comparisons and applications, and develop evidence-based arguments. In addition, they will complete political science research or applied civics project. The required project adds a civic component to the course, engaging students in exploring how they can affect and are affected by, government and politics throughout their lives. The project might have students collect data on a teacher-approved political science topic, participate in a community service activity, or observe and report on the policymaking process of a governing body. Students should plan a presentation that relates their experiences or findings to what they are learning in the course.Prerequisite: Departmental Recommendation

CP PSYCHOLOGYPsychology is a one-half credit course. Students will study the development of scientific attitudes and skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific methodology. Students will also examine the structure and function of the nervous system in humans, the processes of sensation and perception, lifespan development, and memory, including encoding, storage, and the retrieval of memory. Students will look at perspectives of abnormal behavior and categories of psychological disorders, including treatment thereof. Students will elaborate on the importance of drawing evidence-based conclusions about psychological phenomena and gain knowledge on a wide array of issues on both individual and global levels. Students will examine social and cultural diversity as well as diversity among individuals. Throughout the course, students will examine connections between content areas within psychology and relate psychological knowledge to everyday life while exploring the variety of careers available to those who study psychology.

CP SOCIOLOGYSociology is a one-half credit course. Students will explore the ways sociologists view society and how they study the social world. Students will examine culture, socialization, deviance, and the structure and impact of institutions and organizations as well as selected social problems and how change impacts individuals and societies. The standards reflect those recommended by the American Sociological Association. AP PSYCHOLOGYAP Psychology is a one credit, semester-long course (equivalent to 90 days of instruction) and is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Prerequisite: Departmental Recommendation. Face-to-face meetings required periodically.

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AP WORLD HISTORYAP World History Modern begins in 1200 CE and continues to the present. Students are asked to analyze primary and secondary sources, develop historical arguments, make historical connections, and utilize reasoning about comparison causation, and continuity and change over time. Students will explore events, individuals, developments, and processes in different times and places through six themes including humans and the environment, cultural developments and interactions, governance, economic systems, social interactions and organizations, and technology and innovation. Prerequisite: Departmental Recommendation.

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION

CODING I Coding I is a course intended to teach students the basics of computer programming. The course places emphasis on practicing standard programming techniques and learning the logic tools and methods typically used by programmers to create simple computer applications. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be able to solve problems by planning multistep procedures; write, analyze, review, and revise programs, converting detailed information from workflow charts and diagrams into coded instructions in a computer language; and will be able to troubleshoot/debug programs and software applications to correct malfunctions and ensure their proper execution. Standards in this course are aligned with the Tennessee State Standards for English Language Arts Standards and Literacy in Technical Subjects and Tennessee State Standards for Mathematics. Prerequisite(s): Algebra I and Computer Science Foundations.Credit: 1 - Grade Level 10

CODING IICoding II challenges students to develop advanced skills in problem analysis, construction of algorithms, and computer implementation of algorithms as they work on programming projects of increased complexity. In so doing, they develop key skills of discernment and judgment as they must choose from among many languages, development environments, and strategies for the program life cycle. Course content is reinforced through numerous short- and long-term programming projects accomplished both individually and in small groups. These projects are meant to hone the discipline and logical thinking skills necessary to craft error-free syntax for the writing and testing of programs. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will demonstrate an understanding of object-oriented programming language using high-level languages such as FOCUS, Python, or SAS. Standards in this course are aligned with Tennessee State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in Technical Subjects. Prerequisite(s): Coding I. Credit: 1 - Grade Level 11

WEB DESIGNWeb Design Foundations is a course that prepares students with work-related web design skills for advancement into postsecondary education and industry. The course is intended to develop fundamental skills in both theory and practical application of the basic web design and development process, project management and teamwork, troubleshooting and problem solving, and interpersonal skill development. Laboratory facilities and experiences simulate those found in the web design and development industry; where interaction with a “client” is indicated in the standards, it is expected that students’ peers or the instructor may serve as mock clients in lieu of an actual relationship with an industry partner. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for more advanced coursework in the Web Design program of study. Standards in this course are aligned with Tennessee State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in Technical Subjects and Tennessee State Standards in Mathematics. Prerequisite(s): Computer Science Foundations, Algebra I, & Geometry.Credit: 1 - Grade Level 10

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ENGLISH

GENRE LITERATURE/ SCI-FIIn Genre Literature, students will be given the opportunity to develop deeper thematic critical reading skillsthrough additional reading experiences of two or more literary genres. Students will explore the thematic elements and various styles and plot elements of various literary genres, including Ancient Literature, Appalachian and Southern Literature, Modern Literature, Mystery and Suspense Literature, Mythology, Science Fiction and Shakespeare. The course also requires a monthly meeting after school with the instructor. This session can be online or in-person.

GENRE LITERATURE/ APPALACHIAN/SOUTHERN LITERATUREIn Genre Literature, students will be given the opportunity to develop deeper thematic critical reading skills through additional reading experiences of two or more literary genres. Students will explore the thematic elements and various styles and plot elements of various literary genres, including Ancient Literature, Appalachian and Southern Literature, Modern Literature, Mystery and Suspense Literature, Mythology, Science Fiction and Shakespeare.

AP LANGUAGEAP Language and Composition is a course for students who have successfully completed Honors English 2 or have demonstrated competency in composition and rhetorical skills. The curriculum emphasizes analysis, research, and composition as students become skilled readers of prose written in a variety of periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts. Students will be expected to think critically and analytically and be able to express themselves effectively. College level outside reading is required. The course is designed to help develop the cognitive and communicative skills necessary to do well on the AP English Language and Composition Test, the culmination of the course.

WORLD LANGUAGES

LATIN 1For students who are interested in acquiring knowledge of the Roman language and culture. The curriculum includes the development of vocabulary, grammar, and translation skills and the study of the historical and cultural values of Rome and its continuing contributions to western civilization. Recommended for 9th-grade students who read and perform language arts skills on or above grade level, and for any students in grades 10-12 who need to meet the two-year college entrance requirement.

LATIN 2For students who are interested in developing the skills learned in Latin 1. The curriculum includes further study of Latin grammar, language, history, and culture of the Romans. Students who have successfully completed Latin 1 or who have demonstrated proficiency as determined through a language proficiency test or through teacher recommendation are eligible to take this course.

SPANISH 2This course is for students who are interested in continuing their Spanish acquisition skills past level The online Spanish 2 curriculum includes further study of the skills acquired in Level 1 in addition to new material typically introduced in Level 2. Because language is best learned with day to day practice, this should not take the place of a physical class if it is available at the student's school. This course is a self-paced and intensive Canvas course that should only be considered for students who have successfully completed Level 1 with an 85 or higher within the past year calendar year or who have demonstrated proficiency as determined through a

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language proficiency test. (Pre-requisites: Spanish 1 with 85 or higher/proficiency test placement, & passing graduation requirements with 74.5 or higher) Language proficiency test is given and must achieve 80 or higher to be in the course. Face-to-face meetings are periodically required throughout the course.

HONORS CHINESE 1 LEVEL 1 HONORS Chinese I Honors is a beginning course. It is designed to develop a student’s basic Chinese proficiency. In Chinese I Honors, you will be introduced to the Chinese language and culture and will learn the elements of basic conversational Chinese. Emphasis will be on developing communicative proficiency in the areas of speaking and listening. You will also learn about traditions, families, and schools in Chinese-speaking countries. Most importantly, you will begin your journey towards learning a critical language considered by the US government which gives you a variety of opportunities in the future. This class is designed for non-native speakers of Chinese. Heritage speakers will not be eligible to sign up. This class meets one time each week with the instructor (Dr. Chen) at Hardin Valley Academy.

HONORS CHINESE 2 LEVEL 2 HONORSThis course is designed for those who have finished Chinese 1 Honors and are motivated to learn more about Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. The focus of the course, in addition to the emphasis on the areas of speaking and listening in the first year, will be on the composition of characters so students will be prepared for reading and writing. Chinese II will cover approximately 300 Chinese characters. This class is designed for non-native speakers of Chinese. Heritage speakers will not be eligible to sign up. This class meets one time each week with the instructor (Dr. Chen) at Hardin Valley Academy.

FRENCH 1 For students who are interested in acquiring knowledge of culture and language. The curriculum includes the study of the culture and basic communicative skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Recommended for 9th-grade students who read and perform language arts skills on or above grade level, and for any students in grades 10-12 who need to meet the two-year college entrance requirement. Students may wish to defer fulfilling this requirement until 10th grade or later.

HONORS FRENCH 2 LEVEL 2 HONORSThis course follows the general curriculum for Level 2, but moves at a faster pace and is more in-depth. Also, additional vocabulary and grammar are taught. Increased emphasis is placed on writing, reading, and speaking skills in the target language. (Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation or demonstrated proficiency)

MATH

CP STATISTICSStatistics is non-calculus in its orientation and designed to introduce students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. The major themes in Statistics include: interpreting categorical and quantitative data, conditional probability and other rules of probability, using probability to make decisions, and making inferences and justifying conclusions. Statistics is intended for students interested in business, social sciences, education, and data analysis. Prerequisites: Algebra 2.

AP STATISTICSAP Statistics is non-calculus in its orientation with a major focus on data analysis. Students who study this course will be prepared to take the AP Statistics Exam and seek college credit. This course follows the topics listed in the College Board Advanced Placement course description. Prerequisites: English 2 or Honors English 2 with a grade of “B or better and Algebra 2 with a grade of “C” or better are recommended, and Departmental Recommendation.

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PE/HEALTHAEROBICSAerobics is a one-unit elective course emphasizing the importance of improving and maintaining a healthier cardiovascular system. Skills taught in order to achieve this goal include muscular endurance, muscular strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Regular aerobic workouts through the participation in aerobic routines, games and various other activities accompanied by a fitness assessment will be the primary instructional focus of this course. Physical Education I is not a prerequisite for this course. It can be taken for multiple credits.

WEIGHT TRAINING/ ADVANCE STRENGTH TRAINING/CONDITIONINGConditioning and Advanced Strength Training is a one-unit elective course designed to allow students to make gains in conditioning, muscle tone, and strength while emphasizing the importance of making an active healthy lifestyle a lifelong practice. Health and skill-related activities such as flexibility, speed, agility, coordination, and power, along with self-discipline and a positive attitude will be the content focus. Proper nutrition will also be examined and emphasized. Physical Education I is not a prerequisite for this course. It can be taken for multiple credits.

SCIENCE

HONORS ORGANIC CHEMISTRYThis course is an introduction to organic chemistry. The course includes nomenclature, structure and reactions, in-depth treatment of biological molecules such as proteins, lipids and numerous metabolic processes such as glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, and the central dogma will make up the biochemistry portion of the course. (Prerequisites: Chemistry 1 and Biology 1) The State Board of Education has approved this course through 2024.

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