Health 125 (01.1236)
Course Description:
Students in Health 125 learn about the many factors that contribute to human health and wellness
including genetics, economic factors, cardiovascular and physical fitness, nutrition, mental health and
stress, social relationships, sleep, self-esteem, drug and alcohol use and abuse, disease prevention,
sexual health, safe and effective birth control, spirituality, environmental safety and injury prevention.
Students analyze their own health and wellness throughout the quarter and evaluate how various
health determinants impact their own health. Students set personal health goals, develop a SMART
plan to achieve these goals and chart progress towards achieving these goals throughout the quarter.
In addition, students learn how to evaluate sources of health information and describe criteria used to
determine their credibility.
General Information
Instructor Office Hours
Office Location
Phone
E-mail (preferred)
Web Sites
Lecture: M,W,F
Required Text
Online Course Materials
Anna Davis, Ph.D., RYT
Mondays 3:40 – 4:15 p.m. and by appointment
SAM 321
The best way to reach Dr. Davis is via email
[email protected]
http://www.seattlecentral.edu/faculty/adavis/
SAM 105; 2 – 3:40 p.m.
Your Health Today: Choices in a Changing Society,
by Michael Teague, Sara Mackenzie, David Rosenthal.
PUBLISHER: McGraw Hill, ISBN: 9780078028595
Canvas course link will be distributed in class (Lecture notes,
additional resources posted here).
Note: McGraw Hill Connect is not required.
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Students with documented disabilities requesting class
accommodations, who require special arrangements in case of building evacuation, or have
emergency medical information that the instructor should know about should contact the disability
support services office (DSS) in room BE 1112 or Science and Math Counselor Michele Dela Rosa (email:
[email protected]) within the first week of the quarter. Once the disability is verified
you will be given a letter of accommodation to be handed to your professor.
Please note: Items in this syllabus are subject to change at the discretion of the instructor (e.g.
schedule, assignments, test dates, grading procedures).
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COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES*
After successful completion of this course students will be able to
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Define health and wellness and describe the dimensions of health: physical, emotional, spiritual,
social and environmental health.
Identify credible sources of health information and describe criteria used for this determination.
Apply principles of physical fitness, nutrition, weight control, stress management, alcohol/drug
abuse and disease prevention to positively modify personal lifestyle and increase personal wellness.
Explain the physiology of stress and its impact on health and demonstrate stress management
techniques.
Explain how sleep is related to optimal health and describe how to create a healthy sleep
environment.
Create a healthy diet plan and evaluate plans made by others.
Describe the components of a safe and effective weight control program.
Explain the health benefits of physical activity.
Create a fitness plan and evaluate plans made by others.
Describe how to assess physical fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and
endurance, flexibility and balance.
Identify components of healthy sexuality, safe and effective means of birth control and means to
prevent transmission of Sexually Transmitted Diseases.
Identify characteristics of addictive behaviors.
Identify health challenges associated with smoking and evaluate different nicotine cessation
strategies.
Identify lifestyle habits that can minimize the risk of the most prevalent chronic diseases —
cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes.
Identify physical and mental changes associated with aging and describe practices that support
healthy aging.
Identify similarities and differences between Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and
conventional medicine.
Identify environmental factors that influence health.
Course Requirements
Students are asked to take personal responsibility for their learning.
1) Please ask questions when you do not understand.
2) Students are encouraged to “work smart” and to “learn effectively” in and out of class.
3) Students are encouraged to share their knowledge, insights and questions with other students in the
class and with the teacher.
4) Students are encouraged to form study groups.
5) Students are required to check CANVAS each day so they are aware of updates to the schedule, new
assignments and announcements.
6) Students are required to silence and put away all electronic devices before coming to class. You will be
dismissed from class for texting or inappropriate computer use.
7) Students are required to complete all assignments on time. Missed labs, assignments and exams cannot
be rescheduled. Late Pass: Each student has one LATE PASS for homework. Details will be explained in
class.
Attendance: Students are strongly encouraged to attend every class session. In-class participation points
cannot be made up. Attendance in lab is mandatory. Lab resources are only available during scheduled lab
time. If you miss class due to a prolonged illness or unexpected circumstance, please notify the instructor.
Academic Honesty: All exams, quizzes and written assignments are independent works of the individual student
unless specified by the teacher as group work. Please make sure you understand the definition of cheating
and plagiarism as defined here: http://www.wpacouncil.org/node/9. The consequences for cheating and
plagiarism can be as serious as failing the course, and in some instances, being kicked out of school.
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Course Content
Topic Overview
Invitation to Health and Wellness
Mental Health and Stress
Social Connections
Sleep
Nutrition
Fitness
Body Weight, Composition, Image
Drugs
Sexual Health and Reproductive Choices
Disease
Injury Prevention
Environmental Health
Class
All class meetings will be a combination of lecture, discussion and problem
solving. I will emphasize key concepts and students will solve problems to
check their understanding of these concepts. To prepare for this “active
learning” classroom experience, students are required to read the text (with
the guidance of study objectives) and do other pre-class assignments before
the topic is discussed in class. Details will be provided.
CANVAS:
Course materials including lecture notes, assignments, supplementary
movies, and study questions to help you prepare for quizzes are located on
Canvas https://canvas.seattlecentral.edu/. You are required to check the
website daily throughout the quarter.
Success
This course covers a lot of material in a short period of time therefore it
requires a strong commitment in order to succeed. Plan to attend every
class and spend additional high quality time studying each day (1-2 hours
outside of class for each hour of class time). Many successful students form
study groups, share notes, visit the tutoring center and practice explaining
concepts to each other or tutors before quizzes as well as meet with their
teacher if they need help.
Tutoring
Free tutors are available in Biology Learning Center to provide additional
support (BLC hours:
http://seattlecentral.edu/learningsupportnetwork/?page_id=122).
Communication with the Instructor: During this course my top priority is to help you understand
“Health”. If you have questions, it is likely that other students do also. Everyone benefits from
students asking questions. Please talk to me before class, ask non-personal questions that would
benefit the class via the Discussion Board or send a personal note via CANVAS email or my
school email anna.davis@seattle colleges.edu. Additionally, you can make an appointment to
meet with me privately outside of class. If you are struggling, please ask for help early and often.
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Assessment and Grading
Grading/Assessment Policy: The final grade for this course will be a combination of your assessment scores
(participation, homework, test scores, etc.). Grades will be tentatively assigned as follows and follow the
standards set by Central Seattle Community College. 2.0 is required to pass this course.
4.0 = 95% 3.4 = 89% 2.8 = 79% 2.2 = 70% 1.6 = 61% 1.0 = 52%
3.9 = 94% 3.3 = 88% 2.7 = 78% 2.1 = 69% 1.5 = 60% 0.9 = 50%
3.8 = 93% 3.2 = 85% 2.6 = 76% 2.0 = 68% 1.4 = 59% 0.8 = 48%
3.7 = 92% 3.1 = 83% 2.5 = 74% 1.9 = 66% 1.3 = 58% 0.7 = 46%
3.6 = 91% 3.0 = 81% 2.4 = 73% 1.8 = 64% 1.2 = 56% 0.6 = 44%
3.5 = 90% 2.9 = 80% 2.3 = 71% 1.7 = 62% 1.1 = 54% 0.5 = 42% etc.
Students who stop attending class and do not initiate one of the following alternatives will
receive a grade of 0.0. Please take note of the following alternate grades:
W – Withdrawal
I – Incomplete:
N – Audit:
NC - No Credit.
Last day to withdraw without a "W" appearing on transcript and without instructor permission is
Jan. 16. Last day to withdraw (no refund) – instructor permission required is Feb. 27.
Given only to students who perform at a passing level (60%) but did not complete a small
portion of the course requirements and wish to complete the course next quarter. Given at
the instructor’s discretion.
Requires official registration.
Student did not fulfill the course requirements. If the overall student performance is 60% or
better, a student may request an NC from the instructor PRIOR to the final exam. This grade is
granted at the instructor's discretion.
Assessment Assessment
Method
10 Quizzes
19 Reflection
Assignments
Course Journal
Participation
Point Value
~%
Total Points
25
10
42%
32%
250
190
60
100
10%
16%
TOTAL = 600 pts
60
100
Homework Reflection Assignments: Details will be given in class and posted on Canvas.
Participation: In-class group activities are designed to help you assess your understanding of concepts,
give you practice solving problems using your knowledge and help reveal any challenges in your
understanding. Students will be graded on their meaningful contributions to class discussion and problem
solving.
Quizzes: Quizzes and are designed to assess your understanding of concepts of health and wellness
covered in the class. Assessments will include a mix of multiple choice, short answer and essay style
questions. The approximate dates of tests are listed in the course schedule.
• There are no early, late, or makeup tests and no extra time is given for those arriving late to an
exam.
• All assessments are cumulative with emphasis on recent units of study.
• Corrections/Reflections: As part of this course you will be required to submit corrected responses to
any missed quiz questions and a brief reflection on why you missed the question (rubric will be
provided). These are due in writing the next class meeting after assessments are returned to you.
Journal: Well-organized collection with index of all PHP Reflection assignments plus SMART plan and daily
progress and reflection notes.
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HEALTH 125 Weekly Schedule *
*Changes to the schedule may be made at the discretion of the instructor. **Personal Health Portfolio reflection
assignments. Note: Specific due dates for each reflection assigned in class.
Week
Date
Topics
Text
1
1/5
Introduction to Heath: Self, Family,
Community
Ch1
1/7
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A-2 Physical and Mental Health Reflection
1/9
QUIZ 1
1/12
Stress and Mental Health
A-7 Family Tree
Ch2
1/14
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4
**Personal Health Portfolio (PHP)
A-39 Insurance Coverage
A-9 Resilient Reflection
1/16
QUIZ 2, Relationships
1/19
HOLIDAY - Martin Luther King Jr.
1/21
Sleep
1/23
QUIZ 3
1/26
Sleep, Nutrition
Ch3
A-11 Meaning in Life Reflection, A-13 Sleep
Reflection (start today)
Ch4
A-6 Behavior Change Contract
Ch5
A-15 Diet Reflection (start today)
Ch 6
A-17 Physical Activity Reflection
Ch7 & 8
A-19 Energy Needs Reflection
1/28
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1/30
QUIZ 4
2/2
Fitness
2/4
6
2/6
QUIZ 5
2/9
Weight, Body Composition Body Image
2/12
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A-21 Self-Esteem, Body Image Reflection
2/13
QUIZ 6
A-23 Drinking Reflection,
2/16
HOLIDAY - President's Day
A-25 Drug Use Reflection
2/18
Drugs: Alcohol and tobacco
2/20
QUIZ 7
2/23
Drugs: Illicit
2/25
Communication
2/27
QUIZ 8
3/2
Relationships and Sexual Health
Ch 11
A-27 Communication Reflection
Ch 3,
&12
A-29 Contraception Choices
3/4
10
11
3/6
QUIZ 9
3/9
Disease: Infectious Disease
Ch 13
A-31 Infectious Disease Reflection
3/11
Ch 14
A-33 Heart Disease Risk Reflection
3/13
Disease: Cardiovascular and Diabetes
(blood pressure measurement)
QUIZ 10, Disease: Cancer
Ch 15
A-35 Cancer Risk Reflection
3/16
Injury and Violence
Ch 16
A-37 Safety Reflection
3/18
Special Topics
3/20
Last Class
Journal due
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Other Information
Accessing CANVAS
1. Go to: seattlecentral.instructure.com
2. Input your USERNAME and PASSWORD in the "Log On" boxes.
USERNAME:
Student ID Number
(9 digits)
Example: 123456789
PASSWORD:
First 6 letters of your last name
(all lowercase)
Example: Kelly O'Brien = obrien Jill Wu = wuwuwu
3. Once in CANVAS your class(es) will be under COURSES
4. You must enter an email address so you can retrieve forgotten passwords. GO to SETTINGS on
the top right corner, Click Add Email Address, located under Ways to Contact > Email Addresses
guides.instructure.com/m/4212
Canvas Help guide:
(206) 934-4060
Phone:
In-person:
Canvas Help Only: Student Help Desk, room 2102
eLearning Office: 1701 Broadway, BE1140
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