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Course Syllabus

The English Program for Talented Students

Course Code: MATH 31103 Subject: Basic Mathematics 2A Type of Course: ☑ Basic □Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject □Activities............... 3 Period/Week/Semester Credit 1.5

Subject Teacher: Alex Porter

Matayom: 4 Semester: 2 Academic Year: 2019

Course Description

The first half of the semester involves the study of Logic (propositions, truth tables, symbolic form, equivalence and negation of statements, quantifiers, open sentences, tautology, and reasoning). The second half will be focused on Unit Circle Trigonometry ( angles and their measures, trigonometric functions: unit circle approach, properties of trigonometric functions, graphs of trig functions, and phase shifting).

Goals/ Expected Learning Outcomes

The students will be able to problem solve using mathematical skills and logical thinking. Independent thinking is encouraged so that students come to solutions through rigorous and ordered processes.

Further to this, students will: ● Enhance problem solving skills and logical thinking

● Encourage independent thinking

● Satisfy Thai requirements for M4 Mathematics

Teaching Schedule / Contents / Learning Activities

1. Classroom activities including lectures, group work and individual work. 2. Self studying at home and in the classroom

Week Contents/Topics Learning/Teaching Activities

1 Symbolic Logic Introduction to logical propositions and symbols

2 Symbolic Logic Learning about truth tables, negations, and translating

propositions into symbolic form

3 Symbolic Logic Finding the truth value of a proposition and constructing truth

tables of symbolic expressions

4 Symbolic Logic Examining the equivalent forms of statements and learning about

Tautology

5 Symbolic Logic Exploring open sentences and quantifiers

6 Symbolic Logic Truth values of sentences with single-variable quantifiers and

equivalence.

7 Symbolic Logic Negation of sentences with qualifiers and exploring reasoning.

8 MIDTERM EXAMS MIDTERM EXAMS

9 OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE

10 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

11 SCHOOL

HOLIDAYS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

12 Unit Circle

Trigonometry

Brief review of circles and then learning about angles and their

measures

13 Unit Circle

Trigonometry Trig functions:Unit circle approach

14 Unit Circle

Trigonometry Properties of trig functions

15 Unit Circle

Trigonometry Graphs of Sine and Cosine functions

16 Unit Circle

Trigonometry Graphs of other trig functions

17 Unit Circle

Trigonometry Phase Shift and curve fitting

18 Unit Circle

Trigonometry Review

19 FINAL EXAMS FINAL EXAMINATIONS (M1 - M5)

Assessments (i.e. Assignments , score breakdown, tests) 100 points are divided into:

Tests and quizzes

1st Test 10 marks 2nd Test 10 marks Quizzes held throughout the semester 10 marks

Class work, homework and behaviour 30 marks

Midterm 20 marks

Final exam 20 marks

Websites, Learning Management Tools

In this course we will use a range of materials and learning management tools. We will be using Google Classroom to host all assignments and materials. Through the course students are encouraged to find and use many tools that will be useful throughout their study, for example Geogebra or Wolfram Alpha.

References/ Textbooks/ Other Resources

For this course our main textbook will be Sullivan Precalculus from Pearson. We will supplement this with other academic sources and materials.

Course Syllabus


Course Code: MATH31203 Subject: Additional Mathematics 1

Type of Course: □Basic ☑ Additional □ Elective Course □ Major Subject

□ Activities...............

3 Period/Week/Semester Credit 1.5

Subject Teacher: A.Brian Spiegel


Course Description

In this course students will study: The fundamentals and applications of conic sections and functions.


The students will be able to: 1. Solve problems using new math skills and logical thinking

2. Develop independent thinking

3. Satisfy Thai requirements for M4 Mathematics

Teaching Schedule / Contents/ Learning Activities


1 Review Review relevant skills including completing the

square.

2 Graphing and

Transformations

Transforming graphs using test points and shifts,

reflections, and stretches/compressions.

3 Intro to Conics and

Circles

General Conic form, Circle definition and

properties

4 Parabolas Definition of parabolas, properties, and

applications

5 Ellipses Definition of ellipses, properties, and applications

6 Hyperbolas Definition of hyperbolas, properties, and

applications

7 Review All of Conic Sections

8 MIDTERM EXAMS MIDTERM EXAMS

9 OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE

10 HOLIDAY HOLIDAY

11 HOLIDAY HOLIDAY

12 Intro to Functions Differentiating relations and functions, 1 to 1

functions, domain and range

13 Modeling Utilize different types of functions to model real

world problems

14 Algebra of Functions Combining functions with different operators.

15 Composite functions Investigating nested functions and their domains

16 Inverse Functions Properties of the inverse and graphing

𝑓 𝑓𝑓𝑓 𝑓−1

17 Review Functions All of functions

18 Review Semester Review


Assessments (Tests, Assignments and Scoring) 1st Minor Test (Conics Part 1 - Around Week 5) 15

2nd Minor Test (Functions Part 1- Around Week 15) 15

Mid-Term (All of Conic Sections) 20

Activities, Quizzes,

Presentations, Homework 25

Participation 5

Final Exam (All

topics) (End of Semester) 20

TOTAL 100

Websites, Learning Management Tools - Google Classroom & Apps

- Desmos Classroom and Calculator

- Geogebra

References/ Textbooks/ Other Resources - Precalculus, Sullivan, Ninth Edition (You will need this book for M5 as well)

- Thai Government M4 Mathematics Text Book (Translated into Englis

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Course Code: ENG 31102 Subject: English for World knowledge

Type of Course: ☑Basic □Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject □Activities............. 2 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 1.0 Subject Teacher: Robert Burch Matayom: 4 Semester: 2 Academic Year: 2019 Course Description

M4 English for World Knowledge is an advanced English course that uses a theme-based language arts approach

to assist students in becoming better thinkers, readers, writers, speakers and listeners. The students will read a

range of challenging and complex texts, both literary and informational. Informational Texts include a broad

range of literary non-fiction, such as essays, speeches, opinion pieces, memoirs, historical and scientific accounts.

Literary texts include stories, novels, drama, poetry, films, etc. The students will delve deeply into the complex

themes by reading an array of seemingly disparate texts connected around each theme. Throughout each unit

of study, they will have opportunities to respond to both analytically and creatively to the themes. The students

will also be given a wide array of different types of integrated and creative writing assignments with an emphasis

being placed on the three main types of academic writing: argumentative, informative and narrative. Students

will be encouraged to focus on developing and strengthening their writing through the use of the writing process:

brainstorming, organizing, peer-editing, proofreading and publishing. The students will also build upon skills

such as vocabulary development, advanced level English language grammar and style and public speaking

skills. They will be expected to participate in a range of collaborative discussions and give class presentations.

Conducting research is also emphasized and a short research paper will be assigned at the end of the second

semester. There will also be an ongoing emphasis on the ethical use of sources, avoiding plagiarism and using

proper academic citation. Besides general English development, the range of high-level English language skills

covered in English for World Knowledge will assist students taking competitive exams such as SAT, TOEFL, IELTS

and Thai University Entrance exams, as well as broadening their general knowledge of areas such as literature,

culture, history, philosophy, arts, anthropology, mythology, and related areas.

Goals/ Expected Learning Outcomes The students will be able to

Reading Objectives

● The students will demonstrate an ability to read for comprehension and to cite strong and thorough

textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says both explicitly and implicitly.

● The students will determine the central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their

development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas.

● The students will interpret words/phrases as they are used in the text and analyze how specific word

choices

shape meaning or tone.

● The students will analyze the structure of texts.

● The students will integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse formats and media, including

visually and quantitatively, as well as in words.

● The students will delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims of a text.

● The students will analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics in order to build

knowledge or to compare the approaches the authors take. Writing Objectives

● Write routinely over longer and shorter time frames for a range of tasks, purposes and audiences.

● The students will write arguments to support claims using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

● The students will write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and

information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of

content.

● The students will write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using an

effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structur ed event sequences.

● The students will produce clear and coherent writing and develop and strengthen it by the use of

the writing process.

● The students will use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to

interact and collaborate with others.

● Conduct short and long-term research based on focused questions.

Speaking Objectives

● Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse

partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively

● Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually,

quantitatively, and orally.

● Evaluate a speaker's point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric.

● Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of

reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and

audience.

● Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance

understanding of presentations.

● Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and communicative tasks, demonstrating command of formal

English when indicated or appropriate.


WEEK Contents/Topics Learning/Teaching Activities

1

Language and Style: Adverb Clauses Mini Lecture--Adverb Clauses Song: “Father and Daughter” Video and Worksheet

2

Collection 3--The Bonds Between Us

Short Story: “When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine” Group/Class Discussion Ss complete handout

3


“When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine” Quiz Assessment: Letter writing Film: “Blinded by the Light” Pre-Viewing Task

4


Film: “Blinded by the Light” Watch film and complete viewing guide

5


Film: “Blinded by the Light” discussion Assessment: Personal Essay

6


Reading: “Monkey See, Monkey Do, Monkey Connect” Analyze and Evaluate the author’s claims, complete analyzing the text questions Poem: “No Man is an Island” Quiz--Collectivist or Individualist? Individual Speech Planning

7


Group Presentations Midterm Exam Review

8

Midterm Exams

9


Friendship Lesson Assessment: Friendship Creative Writing Task

10 Collection 6--Heroes and Quests Hero’s Journey Review Characteristics of the Epic Reading the Epic Characteristics of Homeric Epics “The Odyssey” background

11 Collection 6--Heroes and Quests “The Odyssey” Read and discuss Part 1

12 Collection 6--Heroes and Quests “The Odyssey” Read and discuss Part 2

13 Collection 6--Heroes and Quests “The Odyssey” Project planning

14 Collection 6--Heroes and Quests “The Odyssey” Project planning

15 Collection 6--Heroes and Quests “The Odyssey” Project and Final Exam Review

16 Final Exams Final Exams

Assessments (i.e. Assignments, score breakdown, tests)

During Semester: Final Exam = 80 : 20

Score 1 = Creative Group Project & Behavior/Participation = 25 points

Score 2 = Quizzes/Writing Assigments = 20 points

Score 3 = Critical Reading = 10 points

Score 4 = Speech = 10 points

Score 5 = Midterm Exam = 15 points

Score 6 = Final Exam = 20 points Websites, Learning Management Tools Google Classroom Various Websites References/ Textbooks/ Other Resources: Collections Grade 9 Various Handouts, PPTs, etc.

Course Syllabus The English Program for Talented Students

Course Code: ENG31208 Subject: English Public Speaking 2 Type of Course: Additional Elective Course 2 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 1.0 Subject Teacher: Mr. Gordon McEvoy Matayom: 4 Semester: 2 Academic Year: 2019

Course Description

This class is a practical course designed to offer the novice speaker a number of opportunities to organize and prepare public speaking assignments. The course will also offer a “laboratory setting” where the beginning speaker can actually stand in front of a live audience and present his/her practiced performance. The students will learn the nuts and bolts of public speaking by breaking the speech down into small “bite-sized” skills that need to be mastered in order to deliver an engaging, well-organized speech. Such skills include the physical, visual and story components of giving a speech. Goals/ Expected Learning Outcomes

1. Students will be able to select an appropriate speech topic. 2. Students will conduct research to gather data that is accurate, appropriate, clear, well

documented, and unbiased. 3. Students will organize and write speeches with an effective introduction and

conclusion, a well-structured body, clear bridge transitions, and oral footnotes. 4. Students will write and deliver speeches using correct grammar, Standard English, and

well-chosen language. 5. Students will deliver speeches with physical and vocal effectiveness. 6. Students will analyze a famous speech and write an essay on the rhetorical strategies

employed by the speaker. Teaching Schedule / Contents/ Learning Activities: TERM 2 2019

WEEK GENERAL TOPIC DETAIL

1 the Visual Message

Start Part 2 of textbook. Pages 39-56. Introduce “IEE” (how to create and present effective visuals - Introduce, Explain, Emphasize). Workbook exercises.

2 Continue Visual Message

In textbook. Students will give impromptu short speech using a provided visual. Line-out next formal speech in textbook: Country Comparison Speech.

3 Speech preparation

Page 49, 50, and 56 - Country Comparison speech. Emphasis on how to create effective visuals and researching key data.

4 Formal Speeches Students give formal assigned speech, audience has specific listening work/activities.

5 Reading Record excerpt from famous speech (TBA)

6 Part 3 of Textbook: The Story Message

Emphasis on the Introduction of a Speech; pages 57 - 68

7 Continue work from last week

Complete textbook work from last week and students have time to prepare for Midterm exam

8 MIDTERM EXAM

9 Introduce the “Rhetorical Triangle”

identify Ethos, Pathos, Logos in advertising and famous speeches (ties in with using strong evidence to support the main idea of a speech)

10 Part 3 of Textbook: the Speech Body

Pages 69 - 74 in textbook (focus on strong evidence in a speech). Begin formulating final speech topic: Persuasive Speech (from textbook).

11 Continue work from week 10

Students finalize final speech topic and begin Introduction and Body (from textbook). Teacher provides break-out activity regarding researching strong evidence from the Internet.

12 Part 3 of textbook: The Conclusion

Textbook, pages 87 - 92.

13 Reading Record excerpt from famous speech (Barack Obama and MLK). Students also have time to prepare final speeches.

14 *Major Speech Formal Persuasive Speech (textbook page 66)

15 Make-up and final exam prep

Make-up time (due to possible canceled classes) and students prepare for Final exam

16 FINAL EXAM

Assessments (i.e. Assignments , score breakdown, tests) During Semester: Final Exam = 80 : 20 25 %--Speeches, Outlines, Behavior 10%--Group Presentation 10%--Critical Reading 20%--Quizzes/ Assignments 15%--Midterm Exam 20%--Final Exam Websites, Learning Management Tools Lecture, group/pair-work, skills practice, speeches, video clips, research, outlining, drafting ,peer

evaluation, group presentations References/ Textbooks/ Other Resources The primary text is Speaking of Speech. This book will be supplemented by video samples and

other materials.

Course Syllabus


Course Code: F31202 Subject: Basic French

Type of Course: ☑Basic □Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject □Activities............. 6 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 3 Subject Teacher: Caroline Jarrafoux Matayom: 4 Semester: 2 Academic Year: 2019

Course Description The students will start to study the basic command of French language in order to become familiar with everyday expressions and make very simple sentences about themselves, their family and immediate concrete surroundings. The students will be introduced to French-speaking countries’ culture, including topics like preferences and hobbies, daily routine and work, celebrities, travels, food and restaurants. The students’ book Générations A1 chosen for this course follows the principles stated in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). In this regard, the course adopts an action-oriented approach (learning by doing), with four kinds of language activities: Listening, reading, speaking and writing in different domains of language use: public, personal, educational, professional.

Goals/ Expected Learning Outcomes By the end of the course, the students will be able to:

● Recognize familiar words and very basic phrases concerning themselves, their family when people speak slowly and clearly (Listening)

● Understand familiar names, words and very simple sentences, for example on notices, posters and catalogues (Reading)

● Interact in a simple way. Ask and answer simple questions in areas of immediate need or on very familiar topics. Use simple sentences to describe where they live and people they know (Speaking)

● Write a short postcard for example, sending holiday greetings. Fill in forms with personal details (Writing)

Teaching Schedule


1 Unités 1 et 2 Révisions

2

Unités 1 et 2

Unité 3

“Il est comment?”

L’aspect physique

Le caractère

3 Unité 3

Les prépositions de lieu (1)

Les nombres à partir de 70

4 Grammaire La formation du féminin

Les articles contractés

5 Grammaire Les pronoms personnels toniques

Il y a

6 Unité 3 Les adverbes interrogatifs

Les nombres

7 Mots et expressions Les propositions de lieu

Les verbes du deuxième groupe

Le verbe faire

8 Décrire l’aspect

physique et le

caractère

Décrire l’aspect physique et le caractère

Parler au téléphone

9 Midterm Exam

10 Unité 4

Les loisirs

Les loisirs

Les activités quotidiennes

11 La routine Les matières

Le temps et l’heure

La fréquence

12 Mots et expressions Les adjectifs interrogatifs

Les nombres ordinaux

13 Décrire sa journée L’heure

Les pronoms personnels COD

14 Mots et expressions Les verbes pronominaux Les verbes du premier groupe en –e –er –é –eler –eter Le verbe “prendre”

15 Exprimer ses goûts et

de ses préférences

Parler de ses goûts et de ses préférences Décrire sa journée

16 Unité 4 Révisions

17 Final Exam

Assessments (i.e. Assignments, score breakdown, tests) During the Semester: Final Exam 80: 20 Quizzes and vocab tests during semester: 25 points Midterm Exam 15 points Class Activities / project / presentation 10 points

Assignment 10 points Homework / Listening / Speaking/ Effort 20 points Final Exam Topic: Dossiers 20 points References

Générations A1 CLE international Textbook and workbook/ CD/ DVD Vocabulaire Progressif Intermédiaire– Clé international / Le point du FLE Internet “Grammaire Pratique du Français” – Hachette Phonétique le Sac à Malices “Civilisation Progressive du Français”- Intermédiaire – Clé international

Course Syllabus


Course Code: Soc 31102 Subject: Social Studies 2

Type of Course: ☑ Basic □Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject □Activities............... 2 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 1.0

Subject Teacher: Richard Beattie


Course Description: Students will learn about the system of Politics and Government in Thailand. Students will explore

the role of Political parties and look at the electoral process. They will also examine the structure of the Royal Thai Government and how this relates to the Constitution. Students will also learn about the legal system and how the Legal process in Thailand works. Examples will be given of the differences between criminal and civil law, the role of the Police and the courts in enforcing the law and the implications of this for people living in the Kingdom of Thailand.


Students will be able to understand the importance of following: The Political System in Thailand The Role of the Constitution The Legal System in Thailand

Teaching Schedule (2nd Semester 2019)

Week Dates Contents/Topics Learning/Teaching Activities

1 Oct 15 - 18 Introduction Who are the Political leaders?

2 Oct 21 - 25 Thai Government Structure Systems of Government

3 Oct 28 - Nov 1

Thai Constitution Evolution of Thai Constitutions

4 Nov 4 - 8 Executive Responsibilities of the Cabinet

5 Nov 11 - 15 Legislature Democracy in action

6 Nov 18 - 22 Political parties How does representation work?

7 Nov 25 - 29

Electoral systems Different types of election

systems(Compare/Contrast)

8 Dec 2 - 6 MIDTERM EXAMS MIDTERM EXAMS

9 Dec 9 - 13 Open House

10 Dec 16 - 20 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS


12 Jan 2 - 3 Introduction to the Thai Legal

System Legal vocabulary/terminology

13 Jan 6 - 10 How does the Law work? Legal procedures

14 Jan 13 - 17 How does the Law work? Legal procedures

15 Jan 20 - 24 The Police Workshop with the Police

16 Jan 27 – Jan

31 The Courts Class role play

17 Feb 3 - 7 Civil Law Case study

18 Feb 10 - 14 Revision Final Exam Revision

19 Feb 17- &


Contents

1. The Political System in Thailand (8 periods) 1.1 Democratic forms of Government

1.1 Government Structure

1.2 Thai Politics 1.3 Political differences in Thai Society

1.4 International Relations

2. The Role of the Constitution (8 periods) 2.1 The background to the Thai Constitution. 2.2 The structure of the Constitution. 2.3 The principles of the Constitution. 2.4 The effect of the Constitution on the Political system.

3 . The Legal System in Thailand (8 periods) 3.1 The role of the Law in Thai Society. 3.2 Types of Laws. 3.3 The Police and the Courts. 3.4 International Law and Legal agreements.

Teaching & Learning Activities: 1. Lectures and classroom based study activities(assignments and worksheets) 2. Student projects and presentations 3. Field trips and discovery activities

4. Research projects based on Secondary sources Assessments (i.e. Assignments, score breakdown, tests)

Semester 2 final exam

Score during the semester: Final exam (semester 2) 80:20 points

Exercise, Work sheet 25 points Presentation 25 points Quiz 10 points Midterm exam 20 points Final exam 20 points

Total 100 points


http://www.thaigov.go.th/en.html References/ Textbooks/ Other Resources

Reading materials related to the topics will be provided for the students.

http://www.thaigov.go.th/en.html

Course Syllabus


Course Code: Soc 31202 Subject: History 2

Type of Course: □Basic ☑ Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject □Activities............... 1 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 0.5

Subject Teacher: Richard Beattie Matayom: 4 Semester: 2 Academic Year: 2019

Course Description: Students will explore the Achievements of King Rama V and how this led to significant changes in

Thailand during the 20th Century. In particular students will learn about important historical events that have shaped the development of the modern Thai nation, these include: Constitutional change in 1932, WWII, the role of the Monarchy and the influence of other cultures on the Social and Economic development of the country.

Students will be given opportunities to develop their academic and critical thinking skills through a variety of class activities, written assignments and projects.


1. Identify the main reforms introduced by King Chulalongkorn. 2. Recognize the role of the Monarchy in the Nation’s development. 3. Examine the influence of historical events on the Social and Political development of the country.

Teaching Schedule (2nd Semester 2019)


1 Oct 15 - 18

Introduction

2 Oct 21 - 25

King Rama V Rama V timeline

3 Oct 28 - Nov

1

Beginning of the 20th Century

Research images of early 20th Century Siam

4 Nov 4 - 8

Rama VI/VII Thai Identity/Nationalism

5 Nov 11 - 15

1932 Constitution Process of Political change

6 Nov 18 - 22

New Government system What type of Government?

(Research key players)

7 Nov 25 - 29 Succession of King Rama

VIII Cause and Effects of the Abdication of King Rama VII

8 Dec 2 - 6

MIDTERM EXAMS MIDTERM EXAMS

9 Dec 9 - 13

Open House

10 Dec 16 - 20

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

11 Dec 22 - 26

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

12 Jan 2 - 3

WWII Life for ordinary people during the War

13 Jan 6 - 10

Rama IX New hope for the Nation

14 Jan 13 - 17

40s and 50s Post War challenges (Back to the 50s role play)

15 Jan 20 - 24

60s and 70s Cold War Era and effects on Democracy(Class timeline project)

16 Jan 27 – Jan

31 1980s-90s Social and Economic change(Class timeline project)

17 Feb 3 - 7

21st Century New challenges in the 21st Century(Class timeline project)

18 Feb 10 - 14

Revision Final Exam Revision

19 Feb 17- & 21

FINAL EXAMS FINAL EXAMINATIONS (M1 - M5)

Contents 1.King Chulalongkorn the great reformer and the lead up to constitutional change in 1932.

1.1 Historical overview

1.2 Land reforms and the abolition of slavery. 1.3 The pressure for constitutional change leading to the events of 1932..

2. Examining the role of the Monarchy in the Nation’s development. 2.1 The transition from Absolute to Constitutional Monarchy. 2.2 The role of the Monarch in the nation’s development. 2.3 The role of the Monarch in the creation of Thai culture and wisdom.

3. The influence of historical events on the Social and Political development of the country. 3.1 The effect of Global historical events on the Kingdom of Thailand. 3.2 The development of Thai culture 3.3 The role of important individuals in the development of the Nation.

Learning Activities

1. Lectures and classroom based study activities(assignments and worksheets) 2. Student projects and presentations 3. Project and discovery activities 4. Research projects based on Secondary sources

Assessments (i.e. Assignments, score breakdown, tests) Score during the semester: Final exam (semester 1) 80:20 points

Exercise, Work sheet 25 points Projects/Presentations 25 points Quiz 10 points Assignments 20 points Final exam 20 points

Total 100 points


http://www.history.com/

http://www.history.com/


History of Thailand-John Hoskins Other reading materials related to the topics will be provided for the students.

Course Syllabus


Course Code: Soc 31212 Subject: Southeast Asian History

Type of Course: □Basic ☑Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject □Activities............. 1 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 0.5

Subject Teacher: Richard Beattie


Course Description

This course introduces students to the collective history of Southeast Asia, rather than to each country as a distinct polity. Units of study are divided into thematic and chronological sections. The sections include: Southeast Asia Conceptually; Ancient Kingdoms; 18th and early 19th Century Southeast Asia; High Imperialism; Nationalism; and Decolonization, the Cold War, and Contemporary Southeast Asia. While readings are designed to give historical depth to each polity, learning activities are broad and thematic. The course explores the history of the region through a focus on the interrelationship between state building, culture, resources, wealth and warfare.

Goals/Expected Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the main economic, social, cultural and political developments that have left their legacy on Southeast Asia during the last 1000 years.

2. Relate developments in the past to an understanding of the economic, social, cultural and political circumstances of the contemporary world.

3. Develop a critical understanding of the key historical questions, interpretations and scholarship concerning the nature, origins and outcomes of these developments.

4. Possess a capacity to examine historical issues relating to the Southeast Asian Past using the historical method.

5. Show an appreciation of the diversity of historical and cultural characteristics of the ASEAN member nations.



1 Oct 15 - 18

Introduction to ASEAN History Animated Southeast Asian History Map

2 Oct 21 - 25

Southeast Asian Past and Present Maps Dividing the History of Southeast Asia

Kingdom Research

Google Map Activity

3 Oct 28 - Nov 1

Conquest, Trade, and Cultural Diffusion

Class Presentations

4 Nov 4 - 8 Ancient Kingdoms of the ASEAN Region

Timeline Activity

5 Nov 11 - 15

Location and Size Natural Vegetation Natural Resources Climate

The making of a region; common characteristics found throughout Southeast Asia.

6 Nov 18 - 22

Modern History of ASEAN Member Countries

Post World War II Southeast Asia

7 Nov 25 - 29

Thailand The land and its people

8 Dec 2 - 6 Midterm Exams Midterm Exams

9 Dec 9 - 13

Open House Open House

10 Dec 16 - 20

Holidays Holidays

11 Dec 22 - 26

Holidays Holidays

12 Jan 2 - 3 Malaysia Philippines

Island States

13 Jan 6 - 10

Laos Cambodia

Compare and contrasting Laos and Cambodia

14 Jan 13 - 17

Brunei Darussalam Singapore

“Small but wealthy” Writing

15 Jan 20 - 24

Viet Nam Timor-Leste

Class VoiceThread

16 Jan 27 – Jan 31

Shared history of a region Interactive Timeline

17 Feb 3 - 7 Region Continued Think, Pair, Share

18 Feb 10 - 14

Review Week

19 Feb 17- & 21

FINAL EXAMS FINAL EXAMINATIONS (M1 - M5)

Assessments (i.e. Assignments, score breakdown, tests) During the Semester: Final Exam 80 : 20

Quizzes during semester:

Quiz 1: 10 points

Quiz 2: 10 points

Quiz 3 10 points

Class Assignments: 20 points

Project/Presentation 20 points

Student’s expected characteristics for Social Studies

(Attitude/ organized / systematic working/ responsibility/ confidence and effort) 10 points

Final Exam 20 points


Google Apps

Google Classroom


Textbook: World Studies: Asia and the Pacific

A Short History of Southeast Asia Excerpts

Course Syllabus


Course Code: HPE 31102 Subject: Health 2

Type of Course: ☑ Basic □Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject 1 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 0.5 Subject Teacher: Kimberly Unger Matayom: 4 Semester: 2 Academic Year: 2019 Course Description The goal of health education at this level is to help establish patterns of behavior that will assist a person in achieving complete health. Complete health is accomplished by having a balance of physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual well-being. This course offers students the opportunity to acquire knowledge, incorporate processes and life skills, and develop positive attitudes about life. Development of a healthy body and a healthy mind will assist young people in living active, productive, and successful lives. Goals/ Expected Learning Outcomes

Identify emotional happiness and learn ways to build on it to avoid drug use Family relationships and how they influence emotional health, and the avoidance of drugs Understand ways to develop a positive identity, as a protective factor to avoid drug use Define first aid and identify priorities in responding to emergencies Differentiate between types of wounds and know the first aid treatment for each Understand the steps for choking, and CPR, and be able to demonstrate them Describe the proper first-aid techniques for other common emergencies Demonstrate how to do CPR, and bandaging techniques Compare and contrast the short and long term effects of drugs Understand the risks of misuse and abuse of drugs

M4 Teaching Schedule / Contents/ Learning Activities


1 First Aid Powerpoint


3 First Aid Powerpoint, Chapter 27, Lesson 1


5 First Aid Powerpoint, Chapter 27, Lesson 2


7 First Aid Powerpoint and skills practice

7 Midterm

8 Open House

9 School Closed

10 School Closed

11 School Closed

12 Tobacco Chapter 20, Lesson 1, 2

13 Tobacco Chapter 20, Lesson 3

14 Alcohol Chapter 21, Lesson 1, 2

15 Alcohol Chapter 21, Lesson 1, 2

16 Alcohol Chapter 21, Lesson 3

17 Drugs Chapter 22, Lesson 1, 2

18 Drugs Chapter 22, Lesson 3

19 Final Exam

Subject to change without notice. Assessments (i.e. Assignments, score breakdown, tests) During the Semester: Final Exam 80: 20 Quizzes during semester: Quiz or Activity 1: 20 points Quiz or Activity 2: 10 points Midterm Exam: 20 points Quiz or Activity 3: 20 points Quiz or Activity 4: 10 points Student’s expected characteristics (Attitude/ organized / systematic working/ responsibility/ confidence and effort) 5 points Activities of Reading, Analyzed Thinking and Writing 10 points Final Exam 20 points Websites, Learning Management Tools

Glencoe Health textbook website Moodle Google National Geographic Discovery Health American Heart Association Webmd WHO CDC


Glencoe Health 2013 Series Student workbook

Health skills activities Health Education videos Health fast file

Course Syllabus The English Program for Talented Students

Course Code: SCI31102 Subject: Basic Science (Biology) Type of Course: Basic Course 2 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 1.0 Subject Teacher: Eduard Van Walchren Matayom: 4 Semester: 2 Academic Year: 2019

Course Description In this course students will have an introduction to the major themes in biology, and how we define and classify living things. Students will then learn about various aspects of ecology, including levels of ecological organization, terrestrial biomes and aquatic ecosystems, organism interactions, climate change, biodiversity and population biology. Next, we will study the structure and function of the four major groups of biomolecules. Finally, students will begin to look in detail at cell structure and function, including the history of cell biology, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, cell membranes and organelles, passive and active transport, and homeostasis.


● Understand and explain biological concepts and processes

● Learn to think scientifically

● Apply scientific knowledge to everyday situations involving science

● Present and analyse data

● Explain and summarize scientific ideas clearly and concisely

● Research information and present that information in their own words using correct attribution

● Identify biotic and abiotic factors in an ecosystem

● Describe the levels of organization within an ecosystem

● Explain the causes of changes in population size

● Identify factors that limit population growth

● Describe the major types of interactions among organisms in an ecosystem

● Describe the difference between primary and secondary succession. ● Explain the processes that occur in water, carbon/oxygen and nitrogen cycles

● Explain the basic parts of cells

● Explain the cell theory

● Compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

● Explain what the structures within a cell do

● Explain how materials enter and exit cells



1 Oct 15 - 18 Intro to biology Intro

to ecology

Brainstorming & discussion Lecture & activities

2 Oct 21 - 25 Interactions within an

ecosystem

Classroom lectures using our textbook, worksheets,

additional handouts, powerpoint presentations,

supplemental videos.

3 Oct 28 - Nov 1

Interactions within an

ecosystem




4 Nov 4 - 8 Energy and Matter Classroom lectures using our textbook, worksheets,



5 Nov 11 - 15 Energy and Matter Student lab dealing with energy flow through

ecosystems, classroom lectures using our textbook,

worksheets, additional handouts, powerpoint

presentations, supplemental videos.

6 Nov 18 - 22 Humans and

Ecosystems




7 Nov 25 - 29 Humans and

Ecosystems




8 Dec 2 - 6 MIDTERM EXAMS MIDTERM EXAMINATIONS

9 Dec 9 - 12 PDS OPEN HOUSE PDS OPEN HOUSE

10 Dec 16 - 20

SATIT SPORTS DAYS

SATIT SPORTS DAYS


12 Dec 23 – Jan 1 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

13 Jan 6 - 10 Macromolecules Classroom lectures using our textbook, worksheets,



14 Jan 13 - 17 Intro to cells

Prokaryotes

Brainstorm, discussion Introduction to microscopy lab

15 Jan 20 - 24

Plant and animal cells Cell microscopy lab Exercises

16

Jan 27 – 31 Organelles Classroom lectures using our textbook, worksheets,



17

Feb 3 – 7 Cell membrane

Cellular transport

Homeostasis




18 Feb 10 -14 Chloroplasts & mitochondria




19 Feb 17 – 21 FINAL EXAMS FINAL EXAMINATIONS


Quizzes: 20 points Science Department project: 10 points Class activities (homework): 10 points Class activities (Labs): 20 points Mid-term exam: 20 points Final exam: 20 points


Google Classroom

References/ Textbooks/ Other Resources McGraw-Hill iScience Book 3 Various resources located on Google Classroom Various websites supporting classroom content

Course Syllabus


Course Code: SCI31241 Subject: Additional Biology 2

Type of Course: □ Basic ☑Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject □Activities.............

3 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 1.5

Subject Teacher: Jason Zhang


Course Description

This first additional biology course extends students' knowledge of cell and molecular biology. It begins with a detailed look at cellular reproduction, including mitosis and meiosis. We then review traditional, Mendelian genetics before turning to molecular biology and the study of DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis. We end this part of the course with a look at modern, evolutionary taxonomy, which links in nicely with the earlier work on molecular biology.

Teaching methods will include theoretical classroom-based learning, research, observation, case studies, and investigation, as well as practical, laboratory-based learning. Goals / Expected Learning Outcomes

The students will be able to

- Understand and explain biological concepts and processes - Learn to think scientifically - Apply scientific knowledge to everyday situations involving science - Present and analyze data - Explain and summarize scientific ideas clearly and concisely - Research information and present that information in their own words using

correct attribution

Teaching Schedule* / Contents/ Learning Activities


1 Oct 15 - 18 Intro to cellular reproduction Brainstorming & discussion

Lecture & activities

2 Oct 21 - 25 Cell cycle, mitosis Practical activity

3 Oct 28 - Nov 1 Cell cycle control; cancer Activities & readings

4 Nov 4 - 8 Review Mendelian genetics Brainstorming & discussion


5 Nov 11 - 15 Meiosis; stem cells Lecture & activities

Online debate

6 Nov 18 - 22 Chromosomes & chromosomal

disorders

Various activities

7 Nov 25 - 29 Intro to DNA Brainstorming & discussion


8 Dec 2 - 6 MIDTERM EXAMS MIDTERM EXAMS

9 Dec 9 - 13 OPEN HOUSE/HOLIDAYS OPEN HOUSE/HOLIDAYS



12 Dec 30 – Jan 1 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

12 Jan 2 - 3 DNA replication Various activities

13 Jan 6 - 10 DNA, RNA, & protein synthesis Various activities

14 Jan 13 - 17 Gene mutations Various activities

15 Jan 20 - 24 Genetic engineering Ss work on a mini-project

16 Jan 27 - 31 Taxonomy Discussion & exercises

17 Feb 3 - Feb 7 Kingdoms Various activities

18 Feb 10 - 14 Arthropods and Mammals Various activities

19 Feb 17 – 21; 24 FINAL EXAMS FINAL EXAMINATIONS (M1 - M5)


- Quizzes: 20 points - School project: 10 points - Science Department project: 10 points - Class activities (homework, labs etc): 20 points - Mid-term exam: 20 points - Final exam: 20 points

Websites, Learning Management Tools, Other Resources

● Google Classroom

Course Syllabus


Course Code: ART31216 Subject: Jazz Music 2

Type of Course: Elective Course

2 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 1

Subject Teacher: Kyle Dreher


Course Description:

This course covers three areas of study: 1) Jazz Appreciation; 2) Jazz Music Theory; and 3) Performing

Jazz Band. In the Jazz Appreciation component, students are exposed to the sounds, concepts and

techniques of jazz through a series of listening activities, lectures, teacher demonstrations, videos, interactive

on-line lessons, and group and individual exploration activities. Students also gain an understanding of the

history of jazz music, its major figures – past and present, and the various sub-genres of jazz. The Jazz Music

Theory component of the course takes students through a do-it-yourself refresher course in basic to

intermediate music theory before exposing them to the advanced and specific music theory involved in jazz.

Such topics as scale/mode-to-chord relationships, altered and extended chords, chord substitutions,

functional chords within a progression, swing rhythm, syncopation, rhythmic displacement, polyrhythm,

polytonality and atonality are covered. The Performing Jazz Band component of the course is conducted

much like a high school jazz band in the USA is conducted. Prime emphasis is given to learning to read both

a jazz lead sheet and a jazz arrangement, learning to improvise in a group and within a form, good practice

habits, and of course staging a performance and recording in a studio. The three components are integrated

smoothly across the term of study.


The students will be able to:

1. Students will be able to distinguish jazz from other styles of music.

2. Students will be able to differentiate between the sub-styles of jazz.

3. Students will have a basic knowledge of jazz history and its major artists.

4. Students will sharpen their awareness of music theory in general, and jazz theory specifically.

5. Students will refine their productive group rehearsal techniques.

6. Students will perform jazz classics and the jazz compositions of HM King of Thailand for a variety of

audiences.



1 Jazz Band Practice Rehearsal Techniques; Performance Techniques

2 Scales and Chords Intermediate Concepts; Demonstration and Practice


4 Scales and Chords Intermediate Concepts; Demonstration and Practice


6 Musicianship

Development

Understanding the traditions; analyzing a recording; analyzing a

transcription; receive challenging sheet music for ongoing personal

musicianship development - ALL INSTRUMENT SPECIFIC

7 Midterm Exam Activity Midterm Exam Activity in class

8 MIDTERM EXAMS MIDTERM EXAMS (NO MIDTERM EXAM FOR THIS SUBJECT)

9 OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE / NO CLASSES

10 SCHOOL HOLIDAY SCHOOL HOLIDAY

11 SCHOOL HOLIDAY SCHOOL HOLIDAY


13 Jazz History Eras; Important Artists; Listening and Video Activities



16 Project Group project

17 Jazz History Eras; Important Artists; Listening and Video Activities

18 Final Exam Activity Final Exam Activity in class

19 FINAL EXAMS

FINAL EXAMINATIONS (NO FINAL EXAM FOR THIS SUBJECT IN THIS

WEEK)

Assessments (i.e. Assignments , score breakdown, tests)

Classroom Activities: 20 points

Performance: 20 points

Project: 20 points

Mid-Term Examination: 20 points

Final Examination: 20 points


- Google Classroom

- Smithsonian Jazz Website


-Main Text: The Real Easy Book (Sheet Music Book)

-Listening Activity Book: Jazz for Young People Student’s Guide

-“Jazz of the Week” Featured Albums linked to Google Classroom

-A range of supplementary materials and Websites

Course Syllabus


Course Code: Eng 31207 Subject: English for Critical Thinking 2

Type of Course: □Basic ☑Additional □Elective Course □Major Subject □Activities...

4 Period/Week/Semester Credit: 2.0

Subject Teacher: Mr. Kyle Dreher

Matayom: 4 (Foreign Language) Semester: 2 Academic Year: 2019

Course Description

In this course students will study:

Mattayom 4 English for Critical Thinking is a course based on the concept of learning

English through Literature/Language Arts curriculum and instruction. The reading passages

(high-level stories, poems and nonfiction and academic readings) originate from English language

literatures and World literatures, both classic and modern. The learners receive information and

knowledge about themes while exploring reading passages, and participate in integrated writing

activities. The learners participate in a range of creative writing and essay writing tasks, learning

to write high-level essays in which they will analyze the reading passages which they have read

using their own opinions, ideas, and knowledge.

Other course highlights include interactive activities, advanced vocabulary and grammar

development, as well as independent research. The learners will give public speaking

presentations during both semesters and participate in activities designed to develop speaking

skills.

The learners will be regularly encouraged and guided in activities designed to develop critical

thinking and creativity. Besides general English development, the range of high-level English

language skills covered in English for Critical Thinking will assist students taking competitive

exams such as SAT, TOEFL, IELTS and Thai University Entrance exams, as well as broadening

their general knowledge of areas such as literature, culture, history, philosophy, arts,

anthropology, mythology, and related areas.

An additional part of the course consists of reading a series of English language novels,

memoirs, and anthologies as part of an external reading project. The learners will learn about

the author and historical background of the books, read critically, develop vocabulary, and write

essays about the books.


The students will be able to:

● Students will gain knowledge and ideas about a specific literary themes / topics.

● Students will learn information about history, culture, and civilizations.

● Students will learn literary terminology related to analyzing and interpreting literature.

● Students will learn a range of skills for reading interpreting literary texts at a high level.

● Students will develop English vocabulary and idioms at an advanced level.

● Students will develop a range of communication strategies and techniques.

● Students will develop a set of advanced critical reading strategies and techniques.

● Students will improve academic Essay writing knowledge and skills.

● Students will improve knowledge of English grammar / structure problems.

● Students will learn researching skills, especially using online resources.

● Students will learn about varieties of English (register and tone; stylistics).

● Students will develop public speaking skills via speaking presentations and debates.

● Students will develop test-taking skills for competitive exams (Entrance, TOEFL , IELTS, SAT…).

● Students will develop critical thinking skills and creativity.



1 Unit 4 Selected Readings Lecture / class discussion; vocabulary acquisition /

development; reading aloud / silent reading / listening to an

audio text; Reader’s Theatre / group work (answer questions

on the reading); individual work (descriptive writing - place -

based on the reading);Textbook and supplements Units 3-5






3 Poetry Project Definition and examples of poetry; reading silently and aloud;

reading in a group and individually; analyzing a poem -

training, practice, and writing; writing poetry

4 EXTERNAL READING

PROJECT: Night pp. 3-46

Silent reading and reading aloud; Class Discussion; Group

discussion project; Analytical Writing

5 EXTERNAL READING




6 EXTERNAL READING







8 MIDTERM EXAMS Content: Literature section and/or poetry and/or Night

9 OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE / NO CLASSES

10 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Holiday Reading *

11 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Holiday Reading *

12 Reading Check Reading Check based on the Holiday Reading




14 EXTERNAL READING

PROJECT: Of Mice and Men

scene 1-2



15 EXTERNAL READING


scene 3-4



16 EXTERNAL READING


scene 5-6








18 Exam study group training Training in how to plan and execute a study group

19 FINAL EXAMS All class content


Quizzes and In-class Tests: 10 points

Individual and Group Assignments: 10 points

Behavior (Effort and Attitude): 5 points

Speaking and Listening: 10 points

Exercises: 10 points

External Reading: 10 points

Critical Reading and Writing (Note-taking, Summary, Commentary, etc.) 10 points

Mid-Term Examination: 15 points

Final Examination: 20 points


- Google Classroom


- Main Text: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Collections Grade 9

- E-Text/Interactive Website: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Collections Grade 9

- External Reading: Wiesel, Elie: Night; Steinbeck, John: Of Mice and Men

- A range of supplementary materia

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