Course+Syllabus

Olympia High School Lifestyle Management Course Syllabus

Ms. Liz Kirby Liz.kirby@olympia.org (309) 379-5911  begin_of_the_skype_highlighting   (309) 379-5911  end_of_the_skype_highlighting  ext. 9323
 * Instructor Information **

In this 2 week course, students will learn about the connection between a nutritious diet and physical exercise. They will use online resources and other materials to discover the 6 main nutrients that are needed in our daily diets, what they do for our bodies, and what food sources where they can be found. Students will also discover the importance of physical activity and its effects on a healthy body. They will have the opportunity to take part in exercise videos that will provide them with an opportunity to try new forms of exercise and will also be taught good techniques, tips and will create overall fitness goals. Students will use their new knowledge to create future fitness goals for themselves in hopes of improving their quality of life.
 * Course Description **

After completion of this course, the students will be able to:
 * Objectives **

1. Discuss the importance of the six main nutrients that are needed for human function. 2. Demonstrate specific techniques in regards to physical activity. 3. Evaluate a daily diet in terms of nutritional content and required dietary amounts. 4. Identify 5 personal nutritional goals set from information learned throughout the course


 * Course Outline **

1. Module 1- Nutrition  A. Lecturette  B. Articles  C. Daily Food Plan

2. Module 2- Exercise  A. Articles  B. Exercise PSA

<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">3. Module 3- Bringing it Together <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"> A. Personal record and evaluation of health <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"> B. Cooking Show <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"> C. Discussion


 * Grading Scale **

A= 100-90

B= 89-80

C= 79-70

D= 69-60

F= 60 or below