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2008-2009 Distance Learning
Schedule & Course Descriptions
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| Course Description | Instructor/
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Prerequisites, Text &
Materials Cost |
| The
Physics
course offers students a general preparation in physics. While the
appropriate use of mathematics is employed to most efficiently describe
natural phenomena, a considerable effort is made to apply
physical principles to everyday phenomena. In this way
the course serves a dual role in that it will prepare
students for a more mathematically intensive college
physics course while making the principles learned more
meaningful and useful in everyday life. The new workshop
format of this course relies heavily on a CD-ROM provided
as a part of the course materials and access to computers
to run this software. This course may be taken
on a full-year schedule, or in a block schedule, one-semester format.
*For 2008-2009, a set of videotapes may be purchased from KET. |
Chuck Duncan / KET and
Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite: Algebra II
$71/student textbook $123/facilitator textbooks $144 - Lab Kit/3 students $45 - Lab Kit for school 1 computer per 3 students 1 Internet connection Computer Specification |
| AP® Physics B, and
Honors Physics
are all based on a set of 27 CD-ROMs (14 for Honors),
or 4 DVDs (2 for Honors). Multimedia-based instruction includes lectures, demonstrations,
and problem solving. Students work independently, with minimal need for
supervision at their school. The teacher is available via e-mail and phone when
help is needed. Tests are graded by the teacher; homework is graded by computer.
With the proper supervision the course materials may also be used with small
groups or full classes. Both courses use the same college textbook.
AP® Physics B is a rigorous preparation for the AP® Physics B test, and the Medical College Aptitude Test. It uses college-level syllabi, homework, and tests. It follows the College Board's guidelines for AP® Physics B, and includes a virtual lab. (Full year.) Honors Physics is for students who want to learn physics at a high level, but who are not interested in the full AP® Physics B program. It features a shortened syllabus, as well as somewhat less demanding homework and tests. (Full year or Block schedule.) |
Chuck Duncan / KET and
Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisites: Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry
A previous Physics course is recommended. $104-$142/student textbook $50/student for CD-ROMs or $20/student for DVDs (see Lab Fee information under Virtual Physics Labs below) 1 Internet connected computer per student Computer Specification |
| Virtual Physics Labs is currently a part of our AP® Physics B course. Beginning in the fall of 2008 it will be available to all schools for use in any course. The labs are ideal for filling in holes in your lab program, but can also be used in pre-lab activities, homework and for lecture/demonstration. | Chuck Duncan / KET and
Kentucky Department of Education |
Subscription fees:
$50/school for Kentucky KET AP® Physics B students $50/school plus $10/student for non-Kentucky KET AP® Physics B students $75/school plus $10/student for non-Kentucky students not taking KET AP® Physics B 1 Internet connected computer per student Computer Specification |
| Course Description | Instructor/
Producer |
Prerequisites, Text &
Materials Cost |
| German I
is an interactive multimedia course designed to
engage students in mastering the basic skills of
speaking, listening, writing, and reading. The course uses
the Treffpunkt Berlin video series and its accompanying
materials to give students an authentic
picture of the German-speaking culture. Conversation practice is
provided via telephones. The course is structured for
high school 9th-12th graders, but is available to highly
motivated middle school 8th graders. This course may be taken
on a full-year schedule, or in a block schedule, one-semester format.
*For 2008-2009, a set of videotapes, DVDs, or CDs may be purchased from KET. Please note you will need the NEW set beginning 2007-08 school year. |
John Krueger and
Harold Hayes / KET and Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite: None
$75/student textbook & workbook $116/facilitator textbook & workbook $50/classroom books 1 Internet connected computer per 4 students Speakerphone Computer Specification |
| German II
continues the interactive multimedia approach to
further develop the basic skills of speaking, listening,
writing, and reading skills learned in German I. The
German video series Fokus Deutsch and its
accompanying materials are used to give students an
authentic picture of the German-speaking culture. Conversation
practice is provided via telephones. This
course may be taken on a full-year schedule, or in a
block schedule, one-semester format.
*For 2008-2009, a set of videotapes or CDs may be purchased from KET. |
John Krueger and
Ruth Styles / KET and Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite: German I
$65/student textbook & workbook $99/facilitator textbook & workbook $58/classroom books 1 Internet connected computer per 4 students Speakerphone Computer Specification |
| German III
continues the multimedia approach to help students
maintain the language skills learned in German I and II. In this accelerated
course, students will explore the topics relevant to today's
German-speaking countries while expanding their vocabulary, and
reviewing and extending their language skills. The Annenberg video
series Fokus Deutsch provides the core of the content.
Conversation practice is provided via telephones. Assignments
and exercises will integrate an interactive, multi-media
approach to language learning. This course may be taken on a
full-year schedule, or in block schedule, one-semester format.
*For 2008-2009, a set of videotapes or CDs may be purchased from KET. |
John Krueger and
Thomas Sauer / KET and Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of German II and teacher recommendation
$102/student textbook, workbook & reader $102/facilitator textbook, workbook & reader $58/classroom books 1 Internet connected computer per 4 students Speakerphone Computer Specification |
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| The
Humanities
course is an interdisciplinary survey of the beliefs, thoughts,
values, and traditions of humankind as reflected in
history, philosophy, literature, visual arts, music,
dance, and theater. The class promotes an understanding
of the connections between the arts and their historical
and cultural contexts and fosters an examination of
universal questions. It is a one-credit, one-semester
course designed to be compatible with block scheduling
and to be used in partnership with a certified classroom
teacher. It makes available a wide range of arts and
humanities resources that teachers can use not only as
part of this class but in a variety of ways in the future.
Teachers registering for Humanities through the Arts will be able to use their password to access our newest resource, Humanities Themes. Themes is a web-based resource and includes projects suitable for students with a wide range of ability levels. This resource organizes visual arts, theater, dance, music, and literary topics in three thematic strands:
Humanities Connections is an innovative set of resources for students in grades 7-12. This four-production series consists of programs for both teacher and student audiences, that cover the basic elements of theater, dance, music and visual arts. They are written in direct compliance with the Kentucky Core Content for Arts and Humanities and National Standards in the Arts. The accompanying Connections web site provides an episode summary, vocabulary, ideas for projects, works consulted, and a teacher response form for each of the productions. *For 2008-2009, a set of videotapes or DVDs may be purchased from KET. |
Carmen Geraci and
Liz Jewell / KET and Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite: None
textbook: one classroom set at $85 per copy Sporre: The Creative Impulse $8/student playbook 'Night Mother $85/facilitator textbook & playbook 1 Internet connected computer per 3 students Computer Specification |
| Course Description | Instructor/
Producer |
Prerequisites, Text &
Materials Cost |
| Latin I
students will study the vocabulary and structures of
Latin in a way that will improve their ability to decode
English words and their understanding of the English
language while preparing them to study other languages.
Mythology and an overview of Roman contributions to
Western civilization are stressed. This background often
improves performance on achievement tests. The instruction
follows the Ecce Romani text. The course is structured for
high school 9th-12th graders, but is available to highly
motivated middle school 8th graders. This course may be
taken on a full-year schedule, or in a block schedule,
one-semester format.
*For 2008-2009, a set of videotapes or CDs may be purchased from KET. |
Ann Denny and
Joan Jahnige / KET and Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite: None
$73/student textbook & activity book $72/facilitator textbook & activity book 1 Internet connected computer per 4 students Computer Specification |
| Latin II
is designed to increase student proficiency in
reading and speaking Latin. Additional vocabulary and
grammatical structures, cultural and historic materials,
excerpts from original Roman authors all serve to enhance
student understanding of the language and culture of the
ancient Romans. Students apply what they learn of the
ancients to better understand our world as they see the
many influences of Latin in our lives-from our language
to our government. The course follows the program set
forth in the Ecce Romani text series. This course
may be taken on a full-year schedule, or in a block
schedule, one-semester format.
*For 2008-2009, a set of videotapes or CDs may be purchased from KET. |
Ann Denny and
Joan Jahnige / KET and Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite: Successful completion of
KET Latin I or teacher recommendation
$60/student textbook $50/facilitator textbook 1 Internet connected computer per 4 students Computer Specification |
| Latin III
is a student directed class taught via Internet.
This class is designed to increase vocabulary and assist students
in completion of the corpus of grammar required to read many authentic Latin
writings. Students read selections from Caesar, Cicero,
Augustus, Pliny, Trajan and Eutropius. Through the words of these Roman authors,
they increase their knowledge of the intricacies of the late Roman Republic
and early Roman Empire. Grammatical concepts and Latin
vocabulary are reinforced in the context of these selections. Agenda,
assignments, graded and non-graded activities, quizzes and tests are all
posted on the Internet. The text is Ecce Romani with
several ancillary readings from Internet sites.
*Internet access is vital to the course. |
Ann Denny and
Joan Jahnige / KET and Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite: Successful completion of
KET Latin II or teacher recommendation
$25/student textbook 1 Internet connected computer per 4 students Computer Specification |
| AP® Latin Literature
is a student directed class taught via Internet.
Students read authentic works from Latin authors, concentrating in particular
on Horace and Catullus, in preparation for the Advanced Placement
Latin Literature exam. Students interact with the teacher
via e-mail and telephone. Agenda, assignments, graded and non-graded
activities, quizzes and tests are all posted on the Internet.
*Internet access is vital to the course. |
Ann Denny and
Joan Jahnige / KET and Kentucky Department of Education |
Prerequisite: Successful completion of
KET Latin III or teacher recommendation
1 Internet connected computer per student Computer Specification |
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