Local Career & Technical Standards Development -Family and Consumer Science –090101 (Program Code)

Course: Number _____________

Title: Human Relations

Standards covered in this class:

1.1: Analyze strategies to manage multiple individual, family, career, and community roles and responsibilities

1.2: Demonstrate transferable and employability skills in community and workplace settings

2.3: Analyze policies that support consumer rights and responsibilities

5.3: Demonstrate sanitation procedures for a clean and safe environment

5.5: Demonstrate a work environment that provides safety and security

6.1: Analyze the impact of family as a system on individuals and society

6.2: Demonstrate appreciation for diverse perspectives, needs and characteristics of individuals and families

13.1: Analyze functions and expectations of various types of relationships

13.2: Analyze personal needs and characteristics and their impact on interpersonal relationships

13.3: Demonstrate communication skills that contribute to positive relationships

13.4: Evaluate effective conflict prevention and management techniques

13.5: Demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills in the family, workplace, and community

13.6: Demonstrate standards that guide behavior in interpersonal relationships

Unit	Content	Skills	Assessment	Grad Standards
1	Self-Esteem & self improvement	Explain the meaning of self-esteem Identify traits of a healthy self-esteem and of low self-esteem Explain external factors that might affect self-esteem Identify personal strengths and how they will benefit you in relationships List and explain some constructive things to do that can help build and maintain self-esteem Define short and long term goals	Complete a character assessment including aptitude and interests Essay evaluating self characteristics – positive and negative, and advantages to those qualities in life relationships. Include a plan for self improvement	6.2, 13.2
2	Relationships Family Friends Community	Define roles you play in relationships Identify relationships in your life now and in the future Explain purposes of various relationships Identify and explore positive qualities that contribute to healthy relationships Identify and explain different kinds of friendships Identify appropriate behaviors and attitudes for terminating a relationship List the traits that attract people to one another Identify and explain some traits of a healthy marriage Explain how to improve a community through good citizenship Describe a responsible consumer Identify organizations that can aid a community consumer	List positive relationship characteristic, rank them and give reasons for your choices Essay describing ideal relationships in your life and qualities of that relationship Peer teaching of healthy relationship packet Research a consumer agency and report to class on findings of what that agency can do for you	1.1, 2.3, 6.1, 6.2, 13.1 13.6
3	Communication	Define types of communication Differentiate between communication styles List and explain some roadblocks to communication Explain and illustrate the difference between constructive and destructive communication Explain the importance of listening in communication and important traits of a good listener	Deliver a message using various communication techniques Communication types worksheets Demonstrate the use of “I” messages Roleplay different types of communication dos and don’ts Analyze communication case scenarios Write a letter to a consumer agency with help on an issue	13.3
4	Conflict Resolution	Define conflict Identify the types of conflict and their causes Explain the phases of conflict Identify positive and negative ways of dealing with conflict Understand that anger has a healthy side and it is only what you do with it that can be destructive	Research conflict resolution articles and summarize to class Complete a packet on determining your conflict style and peer teaching of conflict information Give examples of strategies for resolving conflicts in your relationships Devise and implement a plan of action from a “Stop the Violence” curriculum to solve a conflict situation	13.4
5	The Workplace Relationships Working with others Getting along with your supervisor Relating to clients and customers	Identify negative qualities and traits to be avoided in the workplace Describe the personality traits conducive to working with others and contribute to group efforts Describe the importance of being a team player and being able to participate as a member of a team Describe the basic leadership styles Understand the importance of relating to your supervisor and understanding their expectations Demonstrate how to communicate with a supervisor regarding workplace issues List the reasons why customers are important Identify the expectations of customers and how these expectations can be met	Complete case scenarios regarding workplace interactions with co-workers, supervisors and customers Roleplay possible work situations between co-workers, supervisors and customers to show a healthy working relationship Analyze your leadership style Plan an activity in which you are in charge of getting others cooperation and implement the plan Interview a supervisor about their ideas on policies of their business regarding employee relations, expectations and customer relations	13.5, 13.6
6	The Workplace – Getting the Job The cover letter The resume The application The interview	Understand the necessary steps to attaining a job Understand the importance of making a good first impression to get a job List resources to help you find a job	Prepare a quality resume Complete a job application form Write a professional letter of application Conduct yourself in a positive manner during a job interview Prepare a thank-you letter as a follow-up to the job interview	1.2, 13.3
7	The Workplace – Aspects of Businesses	List areas one must research in order to start a business Understand the criteria for operating a successful business	Design a business plan that includes the following: Business description Facility Supplies and equip- ment needed Job titles and tasks Personnel Manage- ment Funding and fee structures Budget Laws, regulations and codes Advertising and recruitment	5.5, 5.7, 10.2, 10.3, 11.7, 11.8