Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
9/12/2018 - 7:00 PM  
Category:
Business/Action Items  
Type:
Info  
Subject:
17.8 Textbook Adoption for Medical Science and Terminology  
LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) Goal:
Goal 1:
All students will receive a high quality education in a safe and welcoming environment with equitable and high expectations, access to technology, and instruction in the California State Standards that prepare them for college and career.
 
Policy:
 
Enclosure:
 
File Attachment:
QUOTE CENGAGE PINTADO HF 8-31-18.pdf
 
Summary:
A textbook committee was convened to identify instructional materials to support the Board adopted course Medical Science and Terminology. The committee reviewed three textbooks and is recommending "Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 8th Ed.", (Ehrlich, Schroeder, Ehrlich, Schroeder). This textbook is aligned with the CTE Model Standards for Health Pathways and includes excellent visuals, including pictures, illustrations, tables, and other figures to support the content of the course. Additionally, the textbook includes an unique pronunciation tool as well as an audio library. Supplemental materials include Mindtap resources for use by both students and teachers, a workbook, online technical support, and flashcards. The textbook was piloted during the 2017-2018 school year and was found by parents and students to be easily accessible and supportive to students enrolled in the course. This textbook is also used at the local community college and supports articulation between MDUSD and the local community college.

The text will be available for public review and comment in the Dent lobby until September 12, 2018.
 
Funding:
Instructional materials fund 0110  
Fiscal Impact:
$6,703.13  
Recommendation
This item is being presented for information and will return for Board action on September 24, 2018.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Michele McKimmie - Administrative Assistant
Signed By:  
Heather Fontanilla - Program Spec/Career Pathways/Linked Learning
Signed By:  
Michael Jimenez - Assistant Superintendent, High Schools
Signed By:  
Jennifer Sachs - Chief, Educational Services
Signed By:  
Nance Juner - Director of Fiscal Services
Signed By:  
Dr. Nellie Meyer - Superintendent