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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to the basic structure of medical words, including prefixes, suffixes, roots, combining forms and the formation of
plurals. Emphasis is placed on the correct pronunciation, spelling and definition of medical terms, allowing the students to build a professional vocabulary
for working in the medical field.
Pre-requisites: Successful completion of Biology with a grade of C or better
Credits: 5; students who successfully complete this course are also eligible for Middle College Program credits
Course Length: Year (September to June)
Textbook: The Language of Medicine, 9th Edition, by Davi-Ellen Chabner
September
Medical Terminology
Essential Questions
What are the three
word parts
Define what is meant
by word roots
Define prefixes
What does the prefix
ambul(o)
Mean ?
Content
Know the components used to build medical
words
Understand the importance of spelling
medical terms correctly
Understand the guidelines for changing
singular endings to plural endings
Know commonly used prefixes, roots, and
suffixes
Skills
The students will be
able to:
Demonstrate the ability
to use
medical terms in their
proper context.
Identify the basic word
building system used in
medical terminology.
Explore commonly used medical words
What does the prefix
dynia mean?
Organization of the Body
Review the
pronunciation, spelling,
Assessment
Written exercises
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Suggested Resources
Textbook,
The Language of
Medicine, 9th
edition Davi-Ellen
Chabner, henceforth
known as Textbook
Research and report the
historical development Flash cards of basic
of medical language
prefixes, suffixes,
(including Greek and
and roots
Latin terms, eponyms,
and modern
terminology)
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Essential Questions
Define suffixes
What does the suffix
osis mean ?
Why is the use of
medical abbreviation
so important to the
medical?
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Content
Know terms related to organization of the
body
Know terms related to direction and planes
of the body
Know the body cavities and the organs
contained in each
Know the body systems
Skills
and
definition of roots,
prefixes, and suffixes.
Utilize word roots,
combining forms,
prefixes, suffixes, to
analyze unfamiliar
medical terms and
phrases.
Are acronyms ?
A. Give examples of
the use of
prefixes, root words,
and suffixes in
medical
terminology.
What is the
anatomical position?
What are the
anatomical planes of
the body ?
Why do we divide the
body into quadrants ?
What are body
cavities ?
What organs are
Know the organs found within each body
system
Demonstrate
pronunciation of
medical terms.
Explore medical and surgical specialties
Define anatomy and physiology and use
anatomic reference systems to identify
the anatomic position, body planes,
directions and cavities.
Recognize, define, and pronounce the terms
related to the abdominal cavity and
peritoneum.
Recognize, define, and pronounce the terms
related to the structure, function,
pathology and procedures of cells, tissues
and glands.
Define the terms associated with genetics
including mutation, genetic engineering
and genetic counseling.
Know the components
used to build medical
words.
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Assessment
Pronunciation of
medical terms
Suggested Resources
Create new terms using
word parts
Research and report on
career opportunities in
informational systems.
Write and present a
short story utilizing
directional terms, body
planes, etc.
Label models or
diagrams with the
correct terminology
Understand the
importance of spelling
medical terms
correctly.
Understand the
guidelines for changing
singular endings to
plural endings.
Understanding of
commonly used
prefixes, roots, and
suffixes
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Essential Questions
contained within the
various body cavities?
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Content
Skills
B. What are the terms
that apply to body
positions, directions,
cavities, and
abdominal regions
and quadrants.
Standards
Understanding of
-----------commonly used
NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards medical words.
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
Differentiate between
genetic and congenital
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
disorders and identify
Development Introduced
examples of each.
C. Describe the
organization of the
human body in terms
of cells, tissues,
organs, and systems.
Identify the body
systems in terms of
their major structures,
functions and related
word parts.
D. What are the
organs comprising
each system and their
locations?
State why caution is
important when using
abbreviations.
Differentiate between
recessive and
dominant genes
Why is every child in
the United States
tested for PKU at
birth?
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Introduced
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Assessment
Suggested Resources
Recognize, define and
pronounce the terms
related to types of
diseases and the
modes of disease of
transmission.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply reading
Analyze unfamiliar
vocabulary in different content
medical terms using
areas. Introduced
your knowledge of
word parts.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Introduced
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Essential Questions
What is the primary
function of bones ?
What are primary
functions of cartilage?
Was a function of
synovial membrane ?
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Content
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Introduced
Skills
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Assessment
Suggested Resources
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Science (2009) : 9-12
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Introduced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Introduced
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October
Medical Terminology
Essential Questions
Describe the major
functions and
structures of the
Content
Skeletal system
Know terms related to the skeletal system
Skills
As it pertains to the
Skeletal System
students will be able
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
label models or
diagrams of the
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Essential Questions
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
to:
skeletal system
Classified bones
according to their
shapes, and name an
example for each
group.
What are the major
functions of bones?
What is the suffix
blast stand for
Describe life-span
changes in the skeletal
system
What is the term
meaning death of bone
tissue
A medical term for the
form of arthritis , that
is commonly known as
wear-and-tear arthritis
is?
The surgical procedure
to replace a joint with
artificial joint is
known as?
Skills
Know the word parts related to the skeletal
system
Know the major structures of the skeletal
system
Know the classifications and functions of
bones
Understand bone development
Know the types of joints
Understand pathological disorders of the
skeletal system
Explore medical procedures relating to the
skeletal system
Standards
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Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
Analyze, define,
spell, and pronounce
medical terms
relating to the skeletal
system.
List the major
components of the
Skeletal system.
List and identify
basic word elements
related to anatomy
and physiology of the
Skeletal system.
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the
Skeletal system.
Analyze, define,
spell, and pronounce
words related to
clinical procedures
associated with the
Skeletal system
Review the
pronunciation,
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Assessment
Suggested
Resources
musculoskeletal
system
Create terms
associated with the
musculoskeletal
system
Transcribe medical
terminology related to
the musculoskeletal
system
Interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the
musculoskeletal
system
Read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
musculoskeletal
system
recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with basic
examination
procedures and
positions
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Essential Questions
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Content
What is
osteochondroma?
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Introduced
Identify the 4 skull
bones that contain
paranasal sinuses and
possible functions for
sinuses
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Introduced
Name the seven bones
that composed the
orbit of the eye
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Introduced
Explain how the nasal
septum is actually
composed of two
different bones
Described structure,
location and function
of hyoid bone
What are the
components of the
thoracic cage?
Distinguish between a
male and female pelvis
How Can We
Demonstrate the
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Introduced
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Science (2009) : 9-12
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
Skills
spelling, and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related
to the Skeletal
system.
Utilize standard and
common
abbreviations used in
medical clerical and
clinical areas.
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Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Interpret and report
on case studies and
technical journals
related to the Skeletal
system.
Read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Skeletal system.
As it pertains to the
Muscular System
students will be able
to:
Analyze, define,
spell, and pronounce
medical terms
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Essential Questions
Relationship of the
Bones of the girdles?
How can we
distinguish between
the right side bones
and the left side
bones?
What is the sesamoid
bone of the lower
extremity?
What bones fuse to
form the pelvic girdle?
In the longest,
strongest, and largest
bone in the body.
Identify the
significance of
trochanters
Explain why the
patella is unique.
Pagets disease is
caused by what
efficiency?
The surgical fracture
of a bone to correct a
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Developed
relating to the
musculoskeletal
system.
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.a Science
involves practicing productive social
interactions with peers, such as partner talk,
whole-group discussions, and small-group
work. Developed
List the major
components of the
muscular system.
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Developed
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Developed
Muscular System
Know terms related to the muscular system
Know the word parts related to the muscular
system
Know the basic types of muscle tissue
Know the characteristics of muscles
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
List and identify
basic word elements
related to anatomy
and physiology of the
muscular system.
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the
muscular system.
Analyze, define,
spell, and pronounce
words related to
clinical procedures
associated with the
muscular system.
Review the
pronunciation,
spelling, and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related
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Essential Questions
deformity is known as
?
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Content
Know the types of movement
Skills
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Assessment
Suggested
Resources
to the muscular
system.
Understand the process of naming muscles
Describe the functions
of the muscular
system.
Understand the pathological disorders of the
muscular system
Understand the basic medical procedures
relating to the muscular system
Describe the structures
of the muscular
system.
Described the types of
muscular tissue
Described the
differences between
skeletal, smooth, and
cardiac muscles
Describe muscular
intervention
What is the difference
between abduction and
adduction
Explain what is meant
by origin insertion of
muscles
Standards
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Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
Utilize standard and
common
abbreviations used in
medical clerical and
clinical areas.
Interpret and report
on case studies and
technical journals
related to the
muscular system.
Read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
muscular system.
Recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with basic
examination
procedures and
positions recognize,
define, spell, and
pronounce the terms
associated with
common laboratory
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Essential Questions
In injury to the body
of a muscle or
attachment of a tendon
is known as
What is the term
meaning a breaking
down of muscle tissue
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
areas. Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Introduced
What is chronic
fatigue syndrome
What is the term
meaning the condition
of abnormal muscle
tone?
What is a myalgia
mean?
Explain carpal tunnel
syndrome and its
treatment
Skills
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Assessment
Suggested
Resources
tests, radiography and
imaging techniques
recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with pharmacology,
drugs and
medications, routes of
drug administration,
and types of
injections.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define words,
including nuances in meanings, using context
such as definition, example, restatement, or
contrast. Introduced
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Science (2009) : 9-12
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Developed
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Developed
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
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Essential Questions
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Content
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Developed
November
Medical Terminology
Essential Questions
Content
Skills
Assessment
What is a function of
the cardiovascular
system?
Cardiovascular system
As it pertains to the
Cardiovascular system
students will be able
to:
label models or
diagrams of the
cardiovascular system
and lymphatic and
immune systems
Describe the heart in
terms of chambers
,valves, blood flow, and
blood supply.
Know terms related to the cardiovascular
system
Know the word parts related to the
cardiovascular system
Know the structure of the heart and its
chambers
What is three different
types of blood vessels
and describe the major
functions of each
Know the location and function of heart
valves
Know the types of blood vessels
What is the AV node?
What is an EKG used
Know the functions of the major
components of blood
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce medical
terms relating to the
Cardiovascular system.
List the major
components of the
Cardiovascular system.
List and identify basic
word elements related to
anatomy and physiology
of the
Suggested
Resources
Textbook
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
Create terms associated and suffix.
with the cardiovascular
system and lymphatic
Class discussion.
and immune systems
Use of medical and
Transcribe medical
dental dictionaries
terminology related to
and multimedia
the cardiovascular
resources; use
system and lymphatic
resources to interpret
and immune systems
technical materials;
utilize electronic
Interpret and report on media such as the
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Essential Questions
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
Assessment
Cardiovascular system.
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the
Cardiovascular system.
case studies and
technical journals
related to the
cardiovascular system
and lymphatic and
immune systems
Analyze, define, spell,
Explore the medical procedures relating to and pronounce words
related to clinical
the cardiovascular system.
procedures associated
with the Cardiovascular
system.
Iead and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
cardiovascular system
and lymphatic and
immune systems
Review the
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards pronunciation, spelling,
and
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
definition of standard
and common
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
abbreviations related to
Development Developed
the Cardiovascular
system.
recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with basic examination
procedures and
positions
for?
Know the four blood groups
How was blood
pressure determined?
What are the formed
elements of blood?
Name the primary
function of the
lymphatic system
Name the lymphatic
vessels
What is an allergist?
How our fats and fat
soluble vitamins
absorbed?
What are lacteals?
What lymphatic organ
has a hemolytic
function?
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Understand the Rh factor
Understand pathological disorders of the
cardiovascular system
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Developed
Suggested
Resources
Internet with
appropriate
supervision
Crossword puzzles
Case histories
Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
used in medical clerical
and clinical areas.
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the
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Essential Questions
Content
Skills
What is a family of
proteins , whose
specialty is fighting
viruses by slowing or
stopping their
multiplication?
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand
new words. Developed
Cardiovascular system.
Name the lymphatic
tissue hanging of the
lower portion of the
cecum
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings,
using context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Developed
List the major
components of the
Lymphatic and Immune
systems.
A myosarcoma is
derived from what
tissue?
The surgical removal of
the spleen is called?
What is surgical
removal of a lymph
node called?
Suggested
Resources
As it pertains to the
Lymphatic and
Immune systems
students will be able
to:
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce medical
terms relating to the
Lymphatic and Immune
systems.
What is septic shock?
Assessment
Read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Cardiovascular system.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
A Reed-Sternberg cell is words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
found in what
glossary, and technology resources.
condition?
Developed
What type of infection
is mononucleosis?
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List and identify basic
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards word elements related to
anatomy and physiology
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of the
Lymphatic and Immune
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
systems.
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
Discuss the use of
that are governed by a core set of values
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
and norms. Reinforced
medical terms in
relation to the
Lymphatic and Immune
systems.
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking
public. Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress
Indicator 5.1.12.D.2 Represent ideas using
literal representations, such as graphs,
tables, journals, concept maps, and
diagrams. Reinforced
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Lymphatic and Immune systems
Know terms related to the lymphatic and
immune systems
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Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Lymphatic and
Immune systems.
Review the
pronunciation, spelling,
and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related to
the Lymphatic and
Immune systems.
Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
used in medical clerical
and clinical areas.
Know the word parts related to the
lymphatic and immune systems
Know the structures of the lymphatic and
immune systems and their functions
Interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the Lymphatic
and Immune systems.
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
Explore pathological disorders of the
lymphatic and immune systems
Read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Lymphatic and Immune
systems.
Explore the diagnostic procedures of the
lymphatic and immune systems.
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the terms
associated with basic
Standards
examination procedures
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards and positions recognize,
define, spell, and
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
pronounce the terms
associated with common
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
laboratory tests,
Development Developed
radiography and
imaging techniques
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
recognize, define, spell,
knowledge of word origins and word
and pronounce the terms
relationships, as well as historical and
associated with
literary context clues, to determine the
pharmacology, drugs
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
and medications, routes
Developed
of drug administration,
and types of injections.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Developed
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Content
Skills
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Assessment
Suggested
Resources
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define words,
including nuances in meanings, using context
such as definition, example, restatement, or
contrast. Developed
--------------------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
Science (2009) : 9-12
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
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Content
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
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December
Medical Terminology
Essential Questions
What is the function of
the respiratory system?
Distinction between
upper respiratory tract
and the lower
respiratory tract
Describe the two
protective mechanisms
that act automatically
during swallowing.
What is the innermost
layer of the pleura
known as?
What are the small
divisions of bronchial
Content
Cardiovascular system
Know terms related to the cardiovascular
system
Know the word parts related to the
cardiovascular system
Know the structure of the heart and its
chambers
Know the location and function of heart
valves
Know the types of blood vessels
Know the functions of the major components
of blood
Skills
As it pertains to the
Cardiovascular system
students will be able to:
Assessment
label models or
diagrams of the
cardiovascular system
and lymphatic and
immune systems
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce medical
Create terms associated
terms relating to the
Cardiovascular system. with the cardiovascular
system and lymphatic
and immune systems
List the major
components of the
Cardiovascular system. Transcribe medical
terminology related to
the cardiovascular
List and identify basic
system and lymphatic
word elements related
and immune systems
to anatomy and
physiology of the
Cardiovascular system. Interpret and report on
case studies and
Suggested Resources
Textbook
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Use of medical and
dental dictionaries
and multimedia
resources; use
resources to interpret
technical materials;
utilize electronic
media such as the
Internet with
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tree?
Content
Know the four blood groups
Is the term meaning
spitting blood or blood
stained sputum
Understand the Rh factor
What is the term that
describes the lung
disease caused by
cotton dust?
Explain the role of the
stomach
What is the function of
the Digestive system?
Name the major
structures of digestive
system
Name the accessory
digestive organs
What is meant by the
soft tissues of the oral
cavity?
What is the function of
the salivary glands?
Understand pathological disorders of the
cardiovascular system
Explore the medical procedures relating to
the cardiovascular system.
Skills
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the
Cardiovascular system.
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the
Cardiovascular system.
Standards
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards Review the
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pronunciation,
spelling, and
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
definition of standard
Development Developed
and common
abbreviations related
to the Cardiovascular
system.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
Utilize standard and
knowledge of word origins and word
common abbreviations
relationships, as well as historical and
used in medical clerical
literary context clues, to determine the
and clinical areas.
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Developed
Interpret and report
on case studies and
technical journals
related to the
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
Cardiovascular system.
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Developed
Read and interpret
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Assessment
technical journals
related to the
cardiovascular system
and lymphatic and
immune systems
Suggested Resources
appropriate
supervision
Crossword puzzles
Case histories
Iead and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
cardiovascular system
and lymphatic and
immune systems
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
basic examination
procedures and
positions
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
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What is the function of
saliva?
Described the function
and structures of the
stomach
Was a function the
gallbladder and
pancreas?
Name some
pathologies of the
digestive system
What are eating
disorders?
What are the
differences among
irritable bowel
syndrome ,
inflammatory bowel
disease ulcerative
colitis and Crohn's
disease?
Describe the types of
hepatitis
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Skills
Assessment
patient records
pertaining to the
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply reading Cardiovascular system.
vocabulary in different content
areas. Developed
As it pertains to the
Lymphatic and
Immune systems
students will be able to:
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
Analyze, define, spell,
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
and pronounce medical
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
terms relating to the
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
Lymphatic and
glossary, and technology resources.
Immune systems.
Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Developed
Suggested Resources
List the major
components of the
Lymphatic and
Immune systems.
List and identify basic
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards word elements related
to anatomy and
Science (2009) : 9-12
physiology of the
Lymphatic and
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
Immune systems.
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and Discuss the use of
medical terms in
norms. Reinforced
relation to the
Lymphatic and
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
Immune systems.
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
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Content
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
Lymphatic and Immune systems
Know terms related to the lymphatic and
immune systems
Know the word parts related to the
lymphatic and immune systems
Know the structures of the lymphatic and
immune systems and their functions
Explore pathological disorders of the
lymphatic and immune systems
Explore the diagnostic procedures of the
lymphatic and immune systems.
Skills
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Lymphatic
and Immune systems.
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested Resources
Review the
pronunciation,
spelling, and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related
to the Lymphatic and
Immune systems.
Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
used in medical clerical
and clinical areas.
Interpret and report
on case studies and
technical journals
related to the
Lymphatic and
Immune systems.
Standards
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards Read and interpret
patient records
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
pertaining to the
Lymphatic and
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
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Development Developed
Skills
Immune systems.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
Recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with basic examination
procedures and
positions recognize,
define, spell, and
pronounce the terms
associated with
common laboratory
tests, radiography and
imaging techniques
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
pharmacology, drugs
and medications,
routes of drug
administration, and
types of injections.
As it pertains to the
Cardiovascular system
students will be able to:
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Developed
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce medical
terms relating to the
Cardiovascular system.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Developed
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Assessment
Suggested Resources
List the major
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Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
Skills
Cardiovascular system.
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Developed
List and identify basic
word elements related to
anatomy and physiology
of the
Cardiovascular system.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested Resources
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the
Cardiovascular system.
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Cardiovascular
system.
Review the
pronunciation, spelling,
and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related to
the Cardiovascular
system.
Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
used in medical clerical
and clinical areas.
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restatement, or contrast. Developed
Skills
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Assessment
Suggested Resources
Interpret and report on
case studies and
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards technical journals related
to the Cardiovascular
Science (2009) : 9-12
system.
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
Read and interpret
knowledge involves critique and
patient records
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and pertaining to the
Cardiovascular system.
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
As it pertains to the
Lymphatic and
Immune systems
students will be able to:
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce medical
terms relating to the
Lymphatic and Immune
systems.
List the major
components of the
Lymphatic and Immune
systems.
List and identify basic
word elements related to
anatomy and physiology
of the
Lymphatic and Immune
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Skills
systems.
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested Resources
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the
Lymphatic and Immune
systems.
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Lymphatic and
Immune systems.
Review the
pronunciation, spelling,
and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related to
the Lymphatic and
Immune systems.
Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
used in medical clerical
and clinical areas.
Interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals related
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Content
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Skills
to the Lymphatic and
Immune systems.
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested Resources
Read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Lymphatic and Immune
systems.
Recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the terms
associated with basic
examination procedures
and positions recognize,
define, spell, and
pronounce the terms
associated with common
laboratory tests,
radiography and imaging
techniques
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the terms
associated with
pharmacology, drugs
and medications, routes
of drug administration,
and types of injections.
January
Medical Terminology
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Content
Skills
Assessment
What is the function of
the Urinary System?
The Urinary System
As it pertains to the
Urinary System
students will be able
to:
Read text.
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
label models or
diagrams of the
urinary/excretory
system
Name the major
structures of urinary
system?
What is the functional
unit of Kidney?
Know the word parts related to the urinary
system
Know the structures of the urinary system
and their functions
Understand the formation of urine
Explain the function of
the nephron
Explore pathological disorders of the urinary
system
Described the function of
the renal pelvis
Explore the medical procedures relating to
the urinary system.
What is nephrotic
syndrome?
Standards
-----------KUB is a radiographic
NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
study that examines what Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
structures?
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
How are stones formed
Development Reinforced
in the urinary system?
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
What is renal colic?
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
Described how urinary
literary context clues, to determine the
tract infections occur?
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Reinforced
Name some treatment
procedures of the urinary
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce
medical terms relating
to the Urinary System.
List the major
components of the
Urinary System.
List and identify basic
word elements related
to anatomy and
physiology of the
Urinary System.
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the Urinary
System.
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Urinary
System.
create terms associated
with the
urinary/excretory
system
transcribe medical
terminology related to
the urinary/excretory
system
interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the
urinary/excretory
system
Suggested
Resources
Textbook
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Use of medical and
dental dictionaries
and multimedia
resources; use
resources to interpret
technical materials;
utilize electronic
media such as the
Internet with
appropriate
supervision
Crossword puzzles
Case histories
read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
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Skills
Assessment
urinary/excretory
system
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Reinforced
Review the
pronunciation,
spelling, and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related
to the Urinary System.
system
What is the function of
the nervous
system ?
Name the major
structures of nervous
system
What are the divisions of
the nervous system?
What is the central
nervous system?
What is the peripheral
nervous system?
What is the difference
between a nerve and
neuron?
Described in types of
neurons and their
functions
What are Glial cells and
their function?
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• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply reading Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
vocabulary in different content
used in medical
areas. Reinforced
clerical and clinical
areas.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
ALIGNED STANDARDS
label models or
diagrams of the nervous
system
create terms associated
with the nervous system
transcribe medical
terminology related to
the nervous system
Interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the Urinary
System.
interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the nervous
system
Read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Urinary System.
read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
nervous system
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define words,
including nuances in meanings, using context
As it pertains to the
such as definition, example, restatement, or
Nervous System
contrast. Reinforced
students will be able
to:
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Resources
Class discussion.
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce
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Was a myelin sheath and
its function?
Described the meninges
What are the meninges
and its function?
What is the function of
cerebrospinal fluid?
Name the parts of the
neuron
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Skills
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medical terms relating
to the
Nervous System.
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the Nervous
System.
Described in types of
peripheral nerves
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
Described the condition
trigeminal neuralgia
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Nervous
System.
The Nervous System
Name the lobes of the
brain
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
List the major
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components of the
Nervous System.
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
List and identify basic
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and word elements related
to anatomy and
norms. Reinforced
physiology of the
Nervous System.
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
What are
neurotransmitters?
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Know the word parts related to the nervous
system
Know the structures of the nervous system
Review the
pronunciation,
spelling, and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related
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Skills
Know the divisions of the nervous system
to the Nervous System.
Know the structures and functions of major
divisions
Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
used in medical
clerical and clinical
areas.
Explore mental disorders
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Explore pathological disorders of the nervous
system
Explore the medical procedures relating to
the nervous system.
Interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the Nervous
System.
Standards
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards Read and interpret
patient records
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
pertaining to the
Nervous System.
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Reinforced
Recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
the terms associated
knowledge of word origins and word
with basic examination
relationships, as well as historical and
procedures and
literary context clues, to determine the
positions recognize,
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
define, spell, and
Reinforced
pronounce the terms
associated with
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
common laboratory
knowledge of root words to understand new
tests, radiography and
words. Reinforced
imaging techniques
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Content
Skills
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Reinforced
recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with pharmacology,
drugs and medications,
routes of drug
administration, and
types of injections.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define words,
including nuances in meanings, using context
such as definition, example, restatement, or
contrast. Reinforced
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
Science (2009) : 9-12
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
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Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
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February
Medical Terminology
Essential Questions
Content
Described functions
and structures of the
eyes and their
accessory structures
Sensory System: Eyes and Ears
What is meant by
visual acuity?
Know the word parts related to the eyes and
ears
Described the
functions and
structures of the ears
Know the structures of the eye
Described the
condition osteitis
medius
Explore pathological disorders of the eyes
and ears
Know terms related to the sensory system:
eyes and ears
Know the structures of the ear
Skills
Assessment
it pertains to the As
Sensory System
students will be able
to:
Read text.
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
label models or
diagrams of the special
senses
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce medical
terms relating to the
Sensory System.
List the major
components of the
Sensory System.
List and identify basic
create terms associated
with the special senses
transcribe medical
terminology related to
Suggested
Resources
Textbook
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Use of medical and
dental dictionaries
and multimedia
resources; use
resources to interpret
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Described functions
and structures of the
Integumentary System
and their accessory
structures
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Explore the medical procedures relating to
the eyes and ears
Standards
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
What is the epidermis?
Name the different
types of cells within
the dermis
What is anhidrosis?
What is meant by the
rule of nines?
What is a nevi?
Term meaning an
infestation of body lice
is ?
Meaning any redness
of the skin is ?
A clusters of boils is
known as a ?
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Skills
Assessment
word elements related
to anatomy and
physiology of the
Sensory System.
the special senses
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the Sensory
System.
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Sensory
System.
Review the
pronunciation, spelling,
and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related to
the Sensory System.
interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the special
senses
Suggested
Resources
technical materials;
utilize electronic
media such as the
Internet with
appropriate
supervision
Crossword puzzles
read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
special senses
Case histories
recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with basic examination
procedures and
positions
label models or
diagrams of the
integumentary system
research and report on
Utilize standard and
multiple types of skin
common abbreviations lesions using
used in medical clerical information
and clinical areas.
technology
create terms associated
interpret and report on
with the integumentary
case studies and
system
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Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Reinforced
• Strand 3.1.H Inquiry and
Research Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.1 Select
appropriate electronic media for research and
evaluate the quality of the information
received. Introduced
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• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
Skills
technical journals
related to the Sensory
System.
read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Sensory System.
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
transcribe medical
terminology related to
the integumentary
system
interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the
As it pertains to the
Integumentary System integumentary system
students will be able
read and interpret
to:
patient records
Analyze, define, spell,
pertaining to the
and pronounce medical integumentary system
terms relating to the
recognize, define,
integumentary System. spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
List the major
with basic examination
components of the
procedures and
Integumentary System. positions
List and identify basic
word elements related
to anatomy and
physiology of the
Integumentary System.
Class discussion.
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the
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Content
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
The Integumentary System
Know the word parts related to the
integumentary system
Know the functions of skin
Know the primary and accessory organs of
the integumentary system
Understand pathological disorders of the
integumentary system
Explore medical procedures of the
integumentary system
Standards
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Integumentary System.
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Integumentary
System.
Review the
pronunciation, spelling,
and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related to
the Integumentary
System.
Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
used in medical clerical
and clinical areas.
Interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the
Integumentary System.
Read and interpret
patient records
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Content
Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Reinforced
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
pertaining to the
Integumentary System.
Recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with basic examination
procedures and
positions recognize,
define, spell, and
pronounce the terms
associated with
common laboratory
tests, radiography and
imaging techniques
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
pharmacology, drugs
and medications, routes
of drug administration,
and types of injections.
• Strand 3.1.H Inquiry and
Research Introduced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.1 Select
appropriate electronic media for research and
evaluate the quality of the information
received. Introduced
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Content
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Science (2009) : 9-12
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
March
Medical Terminologist
Essential Questions
The study of the
endocrine glands and
their secretions is
known as?
Content
The Endocrine System
What is the difference
between the endocrine
and exocrine systems?
Know the endocrine glands
Know the word parts related to the endocrine
system
Understand the functions of hormones
secreted by each gland
Skills
As it pertains to the
Endocrine System
students will be able
to:
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce medical
terms relating to the
Endocrine System.
Assessment
Read text.
Suggested Resources
Textbook
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
label models or
Class discussion.
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What are the 13 major
glands of the exocrine
systems?
How do the endocrine
glands maintain
homeostasis.
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
Explore pathological disorders of the
endocrine system
List the major
components of the
Endocrine System.
Explore the medical procedures relating to
the endocrine system
List and identify basic
word elements related
Standards
to anatomy and
Why is the pituitary
-----------physiology of the
gland considered the
NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards Endocrine System.
master gland of the
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
body?
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
What is a function of
relation to the
Development Reinforced
steroid hormones?
Endocrine System.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
What is somatotropin? knowledge of word origins and word
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
relationships, as well as historical and
Insufficient secretion of literary context clues, to determine the
related to clinical
the parathyroid glands
procedures associated
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
causes what condition?
with the Endocrine
Reinforced
System.
The hormones that
influence sex-related
Review the
characteristics are
pronunciation, spelling,
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowm as what?
and
knowledge of root words to understand new
definition of standard
words. Reinforced
The growth and
and common
secretion of the adrenal
abbreviations related to
cortex is stimulated by
the Endocrine System.
what hormone?
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply reading
Utilize standard and
vocabulary in different content
Explain the difference
common abbreviations
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
diagrams of the
endocrine system
create terms associated
with the endocrine
system
transcribe medical
terminology related to
the endocrine system
interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the endocrine
system
Suggested Resources
Use of medical and
dental dictionaries
and multimedia
resources; use
resources to interpret
technical materials;
utilize electronic
media such as the
Internet with
appropriate
supervision
Crossword puzzles
Case histories
read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
endocrine system
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
basic examination
procedures and
positions
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
common laboratory
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between type 1 and
type 2 diabetes.
Explain the difference
between diabetes
mellitus and diabetes
insipidus.
What is Graves'
disease?
What is Hashimoto's
Thyroiditis?
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
areas. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
Skills
used in medical clerical
and clinical areas.
interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the Endocrine
System.
read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Endocrine System.
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
tests, radiography and
imaging techniques
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
pharmacology, drugs
and medications, routes
of drug administration,
and types of injections
Suggested Resources
Class discussion.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define words,
What is term meaning a including nuances in meanings, using context Recognize, define,
surgical incision into
spell, and pronounce
such as definition, example, restatement, or
the thyroid gland?
the terms associated
contrast. Reinforced
with basic examination
procedures and
• Strand 3.1.H Inquiry and
positions recognize,
Research Developed
define, spell, and
pronounce the terms
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.1 Select
appropriate electronic media for research and associated with
common laboratory
evaluate the quality of the information
tests, radiography and
received. Developed
imaging techniques
recognize, define, spell,
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.2 Develop
materials for a portfolio that reflect a specific and pronounce the
terms associated with
career choice. Developed
pharmacology, drugs
and medications, routes
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards of drug administration,
and types of injections.
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Content
Science (2009) : 9-12
Skills
System students will be
able to:
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested Resources
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
----------
April
Medical Terminology
Essential Questions
Content
Skills
Assessment
Read text.
Suggested
Resources
Textbook
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
Name and describe the
major functions and
structures of the male
reproductive system
The Reproductive System
Know the word parts related to the
reproductive system
As it pertains to the
Reproductive System
students will be able
to:
Name and describe the
Know the male primary and accessory organs
Analyze, define, spell,
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major functions and
structures of the
female reproductive
system
What are the functions
of the testes?
What is the
epididymidis?
What is the function of
the vas deferens?
What are the functions
of the bulbourethral
glands?
What are the labia
majora and labia
minora?
What is the function of
the bartholin's glands?
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
of the reproductive system and their
functions
Know the female primary and accessory
organs of the reproductive system and their
functions
Explore pathological disorders of the
reproductive system
Explore the medical procedures relating to
the reproductive system
5. Identify and discuss the pathology
associated with the reproductive systems.
6. Explain the meaning of word parts
associated with the reproductive systems.
Standards
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
The mammary glands
also known as the
lactiferous glands have
what functions?
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Reinforced
Name the parts of the
uterus?
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
and pronounce medical and suffix.
terms relating to the
Reproductive System.
label models or
diagrams of the
List the major
reproductive systems
components of the
Reproductive System.
create terms associated
with the reproductive
List and identify basic
systems
word elements related
to anatomy and
transcribe medical
physiology of the
terminology related to
Reproductive System.
the reproductive
systems
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
interpret and report on
relation to the
case studies and
Reproductive System.
technical journals
related to the
Analyze, define, spell, reproductive systems
and pronounce words
related to clinical
read and interpret
procedures associated
patient records
with the Reproductive
pertaining to the
System.
reproductive systems
Describe the location
and function of the
organs of the male and
female reproductive
systems.
Suggested
Resources
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Use of medical and
dental dictionaries
and multimedia
resources; use
resources to interpret
technical materials;
utilize electronic
media such as the
Internet with
appropriate
supervision
Crossword puzzles
Case histories
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
basic examination
procedures and
positions
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Define the term
menarche.
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Reinforced
Name and describe
that least six
transmitted diseases
Describe the
diagnostic and
treatment procedures
of the female during
pregnancy, childbirth,
and the postpartum
period
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply reading
vocabulary in different content
areas. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Reinforced
• Strand 3.1.H Inquiry and
Research Developed
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Distinguish between
terms that relate only to recognize, define, spell,
the male or female
and pronounce the
reproductive systems.
terms associated with
common laboratory
Categorize terms as
tests, radiography and
anatomical, diagnostic, imaging techniques
radiological, surgical or recognize, define, spell,
therapeutic.
and pronounce the
terms associated with
Recognize terms
pharmacology, drugs
associated with the
and medications As it
menstrual cycle,
pertains to the
ovulation, fertilization Reproductive System
and obstetrics.
students will be able
to:
Explain the
pharmacology relative Analyze, define, spell,
to the reproductive
and pronounce medical
systems.
terms relating to the
Reproductive System.
Review the
pronunciation, spelling, List the major
and
components of the
definition of standard
Reproductive System.
and common
abbreviations related to List and identify basic
the Reproductive
word elements related
System.
to anatomy and
physiology of the
Utilize standard and
Reproductive System.
common abbreviations
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Content
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Skills
Assessment
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.1 Select
appropriate electronic media for research and
evaluate the quality of the information
received. Developed
used in medical
clerical and clinical
areas.
Discuss the use of
medical terms in
relation to the
Reproductive System.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.2 Develop
materials for a portfolio that reflect a specific
career choice. Developed
interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the
Reproductive System.
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.3 Develop
increased ability to critically select works to
support a research topic. Developed
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
Science (2009) : 9-12
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Reproductive System.
Recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with basic examination
procedures and
positions recognize,
define, spell, and
pronounce the terms
associated with
common laboratory
tests, radiography and
imaging techniques
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
pharmacology, drugs
and medications, routes
Suggested
Resources
Analyze, define, spell,
and pronounce words
related to clinical
procedures associated
with the Reproductive
System.
Describe the location
and function of the
organs of the male and
female reproductive
systems.
Distinguish between
terms that relate only to
the male or female
reproductive systems.
Categorize terms as
anatomical, diagnostic,
radiological, surgical or
therapeutic.
Recognize terms
associated with the
menstrual cycle,
ovulation, fertilization
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Content
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
of drug administration, and obstetrics.
and types of injections.
System students will be Explain the
able to:
pharmacology relative
to the reproductive
systems.
Review the
pronunciation, spelling,
and
definition of standard
and common
abbreviations related to
the Reproductive
System.
Utilize standard and
common abbreviations
used in medical
clerical and clinical
areas.
interpret and report on
case studies and
technical journals
related to the
Reproductive System.
read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to the
Reproductive System.
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with basic examination
procedures and
positions recognize,
define, spell, and
pronounce the terms
associated with
common laboratory
tests, radiography and
imaging techniques
recognize, define, spell,
and pronounce the
terms associated with
pharmacology, drugs
and medications, routes
of drug administration,
and types of injections.
System students will be
able to:
, routes of drug
administration, and
types of injections
Class discussion.
May
Medical Terminology
Essential Questions
What is meant by vital
Content
Diagnostic and Imaging Procedures
Skills
The student is expected
Assessment
Read text.
Suggested Resources
Textbook
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signs
What is the instrument
used to take blood
pressure?
What is "normal" blood
pressure?
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
to:
Know the four vital signs recorded for most
patients
Written exercies
Identify abbreviations,
pertaining to
acronyms, and symbols; word origins, root
practice word-building
words, prefix,
skills; accurately spell
and suffix.
and define
occupationally specific
terms relating to body
Create terms
systems, surgical,
associated with
diagnostic and Imaging diagnostic and
procedures, diseases,
imaging procedures
and treatments
Transcribe medical
Utilize standard and
terminology related to
common abbreviations
diagnostic and
used in medical clerical imaging procedures
and clinical areas.
Know terms related to the basic examination
Know basic examination positions
Know terms associated with common
laboratory tests
what is the meaning of
systolic / diastolic
What is the difference
between palpation and
percussion?
Know terms associated with radiographs
Know terms associated with nuclear
medicine
Explore imaging techniques
What is a stethoscope?
What is auscultation
Described the difference
between a rale and
rhounchus
Standards
-----------Obtain medical/dental
NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards history.
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Reinforced
What is a bruit
What is the importance
of palpation and
percussion
What is an
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
Assessment
Read and interpret
patient records
pertaining to
diagnostic and
imaging procedures
Suggested Resources
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Use of medical and
dental dictionaries
and multimedia
resources; use
resources to interpret
technical materials;
utilize electronic
media such as the
Internet with
appropriate
supervision
Xray, MRI, CT scan
and ultrasounds
Crossword puzzles
Recognize, define,
spell, and pronounce
the terms associated
with diagnostic and
imaging procedures
Case histories
Class discussion.
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ophthalmoscope?
Explain the importance
of blood tests and
urinalysis in the Medical
exam
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Reinforced
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested Resources
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Reinforced
Described basic
examination positions
What is the significance
of bowel sounds
Explain the differences
among an Xray, MRI,
CT scan and ultrasound
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply reading
vocabulary in different content
areas. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Reinforced
• Strand 3.1.H Inquiry and
Research Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.1 Select
appropriate electronic media for research and
evaluate the quality of the information
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MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
received. Reinforced
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested Resources
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.2 Develop
materials for a portfolio that reflect a specific
career choice. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.3 Develop
increased ability to critically select works to
support a research topic. Reinforced
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
Science (2009) : 9-12
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
June
Medical Terminology
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Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Essential Questions
Content
Skills
Assessment
What is meant by the
term rational
therapeutics?
Pharmacology and General Medical
Terms
Students will have an
understanding of the
general concepts of:
Test & Quizzes
What are the routes of
drug administration?
Know terms related to pharmacology and
general medical terms
General
pharmacology
Know the routes of drug administration
What does dosing
regimens mean?
Define the term
pharmacokinetics.
Know the types of injections
Know terms associated with pain control
Know terms associated with drugs used to
treat and control infection
Define:
drug absorption
drug distribution
drug metabolism
drug excretion
drug clearance
What is meant by the
term drug
interactions?
Explain drug tolerance,
dependence and
withdrawal.
What types of drugs are
used in pain control?
Know terms related to disease
Explore pathogenic organisms
Standards
-----------NJ_Core_Curriculum_Content_Standards
Language Arts Literacy (2008) : 9-12
• Strand 3.1.F Vocabulary and Concept
Development Reinforced
Students will learn
about a prototype
drug and the
important ways that
related drugs differ.
Emphasis will be
placed on key issues
pertaining to
therapeutic rationale,
basic principles and
clinical use of drugs.
Word scramble followed by
spelling quiz.
Written exercies pertaining
to
word origins, root words,
prefix,
and suffix.
Vocabulary/terminology
worksheets.
Class discussion.
Suggested
Resources
Textbook
Written exercies
pertaining to
word origins, root
words, prefix,
and suffix.
Class discussion.
Use of medical
and dental
dictionaries and
multimedia
resources; use
resources to
interpret technical
materials; utilize
electronic media
such as the
Internet with
appropriate
supervision
Crossword puzzles
Case histories
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.1 Use
knowledge of word origins and word
relationships, as well as historical and
literary context clues, to determine the
meanings of specialized vocabulary.
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Essential Questions
What is a pathogen?
What types of drugs are
used to in the treatment
of infection?
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.2 Use
knowledge of root words to understand new
words. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.3 Apply
reading vocabulary in different content
areas. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.4 Clarify
pronunciation, meanings, alternate word
choice, parts of speech, and etymology of
words using the dictionary, thesaurus,
glossary, and technology resources.
Developed
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.F.5 Define
words, including nuances in meanings, using
context such as definition, example,
restatement, or contrast. Reinforced
• Strand 3.1.H Inquiry and
Research Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.1 Select
appropriate electronic media for research and
evaluate the quality of the information
received. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.2 Develop
materials for a portfolio that reflect a specific
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Essential Questions
MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COURSE CURRICULUM MAP
Content
Skills
Board Of Education Approval 3/19/14
Assessment
Suggested
Resources
career choice. Reinforced
• Progress Indicator 3.1.12.H.3 Develop
increased ability to critically select works to
support a research topic. Reinforced
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Science (2009) : 9-12
• Strand 5.1.12.D The growth of scientific
knowledge involves critique and
communication, which are social practices
that are governed by a core set of values and
norms. Reinforced
• Content Statement 5.1.12.D.b Science
involves using language, both oral and
written, as a tool for making thinking public.
Reinforced
• Cumulative Progress Indicator 5.1.12.D.2
Represent ideas using literal representations,
such as graphs, tables, journals, concept
maps, and diagrams. Reinforced
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