2. Steps for Developing a Course of Study

4. Will lead you to existing books, documents and literature for review

6. Logically organize the topics and tasks into related groups.

8. It may also be organized in steps.

9. It can be organized from general to more specific.

11. Example: Subject- Hair Color Unit- Color Theory Unit- Color Application

13. Includes: course description, topics to be taught, learning goals and objectives, resources, instructional methods, grading procedures, materials, supplies and facilities needed.

14. Must be clear and logical.

15. An important step is the creation of daily lesson plans.

17. A systematic approach should be used.

18. The schedule should cover the entire course of study and coordinate with the lesson plan.

19. It will help ensure objectives are met.

22. Key: The first eight steps previously discussed can be more effective if an advisory council is employed.

23. It is generally comprised of: school owners, directors, educators, employers within the field and even professionals from regulatory agencies.

26. It is essential that the most important goals and objectives are identified.

27. Goals, aims, objectives, and outcomes are used interchangeably.

28. They address the outcomes expected for the program of study.

29. Goals are first defined for the overall program of study.

30. Second, goals are defined for each subject of study.

34. All handouts should be included in binder.

35. All staff members should participate to some degree.

37. Road map for course.

38. The plan should be clearly written, flexible and individualized.

42. Activity Directions Select a cosmetology topic of your choice. Write a comprehensive lesson plan that includes all the required elements discussed in this chapter. Type, print and place in sheet protectors. Include this in your Learning Binder for future reference.