AFJROTC (ASL 2)
Aerospace Science and Leadership 200
Grades 9-12
Credit: 1 Unit – Elective Science Credit
PREREQUISITE: Aerospace Science and Leadership 100
Aerospace Science 200 -The Science of Flight: A Gateway to New Horizons, 2nd Edition, course has been completely rewritten to include the latest information and teaching philosophies, incorporating 21st century learning strategies. This new course provides students with up-to-date information on exploring the fundamentals of the science of flight. It all starts with an introduction to the principles of flight. Students will explore aircraft design, flight control, and aircraft power options. In addition, students explore weather concepts, the effects of flight on the human body, and how to navigate during flight. Finally, students will investigate the safety of flight and possible career options in the aviation industry. This textbook is intended for high school students and complements material taught in high school history, science, and social studies courses.
Leadership Education 200 - Communication, Awareness, and Leadership, Second Edition: This is a customized course designed to improve communication, enhance awareness of self and others, and provide fundamentals of leadership and followership. The course focuses on the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) mission to “develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.” Woven throughout is the underlying theme of developing personal integrity. The course also emphasizes leadership and values such as service and excellence. This update incorporates 21st century teaching, learning, and skills of critical
thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity.
Introduction to Global Awareness 220 - An Introduction to Global Awareness, 2nd Edition: This new course provides students with up-to-date information on exploring the concept of global awareness and the cultures of other regions throughout the world. It starts with an introduction of what global awareness is and the effects of technology on global culture. Students are then taken on a journey around the world, through different cultures in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and Australia. Finally, the students will be provided cultural information regarding Canada and Mexico. The course contents have been correlated using the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy (CCSS.ELA-Literacy) in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects developed by the Common Core State Standards Initiative, and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards for Students (listed for technology activities).