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K–12 Standards

Human Relations: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Other Arkansas CTE sets

Personality Development and Exploration

  • 1.1

    Define terms related to personality development and exploration

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of personal development terms using correct context1.1.1

  • 1.2

    State basic needs of individuals

    1. 1.

      Interpret how Maslow's Hierarchy of needs relates to personality development1.2.1

    2. 2.

      Analyze and apply what has been learned about Abraham Maslow to organize the basic needs of individuals using real-life scenarios1.2.2

  • 1.3

    Describe how heredity and environment affect personal development

    1. 1.

      Justify personal response to Kurt Lewin's belief that both nature and nurture interact to shape personality1.3.1

  • 1.4

    Describe how perception is related to attitude and tolerance

    1. 1.

      Analyze how perception can change your attitude for tolerance1.4.1

    2. 2.

      Compare and contrast how personal perception is different from other's perceptions1.4.2

  • 1.5

    Explain the theory of multiple intelligences and describe how it correlates to personal development<ul><li>linguistic</li><li>logical</li><li>musical</li><li>bodily (kinesthetic)</li><li>spatial</li><li>interpersonal</li><li>intrapersonal</li><li>naturalist</li><li>spiritual</li><li>moral</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Apply Howard Garner's theory of multiple intelligences to better understand self (linguistic, logical, musical, bodily kinesthetic, spatial, interpersonal, intrapersonal, naturalist, spiritual and moral)1.5.1

  • 1.6

    Explain various learning styles and how they correlate to intellectual growth and maturity

    1. 1.

      Identify personal learning styles1.6.1

    2. 2.

      Investigate how knowledge of learning styles can be used to enhance student performance1.6.2

  • 1.7

    Discuss values and goals

    1. 1.

      List values and rank them in order of personal preference1.7.1

    2. 2.

      Determine personal goals1.7.2

    3. 3.

      Discuss how values develop and change according to Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development1.7.3

  • 1.8

    Explain the value of high self esteem in personal development

    1. 1.

      Discuss factors that influence self esteem including physical health, mental health and environment1.8.1

    2. 2.

      Utilize the FCCLA National Program Power of One: A Better You1.8.2

  • 1.9

    Identify traits of introverts, extroverts, and ambiverts

    1. 1.

      Apply Carl Jung's theory of personality types to better understand self1.9.1

Decision Making

  • 2.1

    Define terms related to decision making

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of decision making terms using correct context2.1.1

  • 2.2

    Discuss wants and needs

    1. 1.

      Identify individual wants and needs and explore how they are related to decision making2.2.1

  • 2.3

    Describe human and non-human resources

    1. 1.

      Investigate how resources affect personal decisions2.3.1

  • 2.4

    Describe major and routine decisions

    1. 1.

      Explore possible repercussions of decisions2.4.1

  • 2.5

    State steps in the decision making process

    1. 1.

      Apply steps in the decision making process to a problem2.5.1

    2. 2.

      Use the FCCLA Planning Process in a decision making process2.5.2

  • 2.6

    List advantages of the decision making process

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast possible outcomes of real life situations with and without the decision making process2.6.1

  • 2.7

    Relate values and goals to decision making

    1. 1.

      Identify individual values and goals and explore how they are related to decision making2.7.1

  • 2.8

    Discuss positive and negative effects of using technology in decision making

    1. 1.

      Explore factors that determine the validity of technology tools available to assist in making decisions (Included but not limited to purpose, URL address, domain, authorship, links, site maintenance)2.8.1

Communication

  • 3.1

    Match terms related to communication

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of communication terms using correct context3.1.1

  • 3.2

    Discuss types of communication

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate examples of verbal and non-verbal communication3.2.1

  • 3.3

    Explain levels of communication<ul><li>cliché</li><li>response</li><li>sharing</li><li>emotion</li><li>complete openness</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Categorize communication levels3.3.1

    2. 2.

      Identify what levels of communication are appropriate for various audiences and social situations3.3.2

  • 3.4

    Identify barriers to effective communication<ul><li>gender</li><li>language/slang</li><li>culture</li><li>interrupting</li><li>withdrawal</li><li>prejudice</li><li>stereotypes</li><li>gossip</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Find solutions to deal with possible barriers to effective communication3.4.1

  • 3.5

    Discuss ways to improve communication

    1. 1.

      Role Play ways to improve communication (using I, You, and We Messages)3.5.1

    2. 2.

      Analyze the effect of communication on relationships3.5.2

    3. 3.

      Make use of the FCCLA STAR Events: Illustrated Talk3.5.3

  • 3.6

    Identify the various effects of technology on communication

    1. 1.

      Analyze the benefits of using technology to communicate (speed, ease, economical, etc)3.6.1

    2. 2.

      Analyze drawbacks of using technology to communicate (misinterpretation, safety, less personal, grammar, gender barriers, etc)3.6.2

  • 3.7

    Discuss issues that could create conflict<ul><li>difference of opinion</li><li>generational issues</li><li>bullying</li><li>hazing</li><li>respect</li><li>cliques</li><li>etc.</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Identify common sources of conflict (peers, parents, authority, siblings, co-workers)3.7.1

  • 3.8

    Explain the process of conflict resolution<ul><li>gather information</li><li>define the problem</li><li>identify alternative solutions</li><li>identify possible solutions</li><li>reaching an agreement</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Recommend methods of resolving conflict (role playing, copying methods, agree to disagree)3.8.1

    2. 2.

      Research Sigmund Freud's theory of defense mechanisms and apply to real world situations3.8.2

Relationships within the Family

  • 4.1

    Define terms related to relationships within the family

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of relationship terms using correct context4.1.1

  • 4.2

    Describe types of family structures<ul><li>Nuclear</li><li>Adoptive</li><li>Extended</li><li>Blended</li><li>Single-Parent</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Classify family structures within society4.2.1

  • 4.3

    List functions of the family<ul><li>love and affection</li><li>protection</li><li>education</li><li>teach values</li><li>financial support</li><li>procreation</li><li>guidance</li><li>socialization</li><li>recreation</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Analyze Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and apply as it relates to the functions of the family4.3.1

    2. 2.

      Create a project describing your family (examples: poster, scrapbook, family newsletter, collage, family webpage, etc.)4.3.2

  • 4.4

    Name characteristics of a strong, functional family<ul><li>good communication</li><li>respect each other</li><li>commitment/unity</li><li>trust</li><li>spending time together</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Compare the differences of a functional and dysfunctional family4.4.1

    2. 2.

      Make use of the FCCLA National Program Families First: Families Today-Understand and Celebrate Families4.4.2

  • 4.5

    Explain how relationships change through the family life

    1. 1.

      Identify challenges family members face in various stages of the family life cycle4.5.1

    2. 2.

      Categorize stages of the family life cycle into Erik Erikson's 8 Stages of Human Development4.5.2

    3. 3.

      Make use of the FCCLA National Program Families First: You-Me-Us Strengthening Family Relationships4.5.3

  • 4.6

    Define family crisis

    1. 1.

      Discuss situations that can cause crisis within the family unit4.6.1

    2. 2.

      Research local resources available to families in crisis4.6.2

    3. 3.

      Make use of the FCCLA National Program Families First: You-Me-Us Strengthening Family Relationships4.6.3

  • 4.7

    Describe effects of technology on family relationships

    1. 1.

      Recognize the positive aspects of technology on family relationships (organization, communication, budgeting, etc)4.7.1

    2. 2.

      Recognize the negative consequences of technology on family relationships (addictive behaviors, family isolation, etc)4.7.2

  • 4.8

    Discuss trends which affect the family<ul><li>mobility</li><li>aging</li><li>economic changes</li><li>workplace changes</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Tell how current issues and societal trends affect the family4.8.1

Relationships outside the Family

  • 5.1

    Define terms related to relationships outside the family

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of relationship terms using correct context5.1.1

  • 5.2

    Summarize characteristics of healthy friendships<ul><li>emotional support</li><li>models for imitation</li><li>opportunities to practice roles</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Analyze the importance of friendships5.2.1

  • 5.3

    Identify influences of peers

    1. 1.

      Examine the influences of peers throughout the life cycle5.3.1

    2. 2.

      Recognize warning signs of toxic friends (User, Betrayer, Control Freak, Judge, Promise Breaker, Gossiper, Self-centered Person, Competitor, and Learner) www.toxicfriendship.org5.3.2

    3. 3.

      Investigate the importance of setting personal boundaries or limits5.3.3

  • 5.4

    Discuss reasons for dating<ul><li>recreation</li><li>social status</li><li>ego needs</li><li>mate selection</li><li>learning about the opposite sex</li><li>etc.</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Explain the purposes of dating5.4.1

  • 5.5

    Name types of dating<ul><li>group dating</li><li>steady dating</li><li>random</li><li>on-line relationship</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Research dating patterns (group dating, steady dating, random, on-line relationships)5.5.1

  • 5.6

    Explain the difference between love and infatuation

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast feelings associated with love and infatuation5.6.1

  • 5.7

    Identify consequences of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

    1. 1.

      Analyze the effects of Sexually Transmitted Diseases on:<ul><li>Self esteem</li><li>Health</li><li>Relationships</li><li>Families</li></ul>5.7.1

  • 5.8

    Distinguish characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast traits of healthy and unhealthy relationships (communications, trust, respect, etc)5.8.1

    2. 2.

      Examine ways to end relationships5.8.2

  • 5.9

    List factors which affect mate selection<ul><li>similarities</li><li>parent image</li><li>proximity</li><li>role expectations</li><li>complimentary needs</li><li>family backgrounds</li></ul>

    1. 1.

      Discuss characteristics of a desirable mate (Similarities, parent image, proximity, role expectations, complimentary needs, family backgrounds)5.9.1

Relationships at Work and in the Community

  • 6.1

    Define terms related to work and community relationships

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate knowledge of relationship terms using correct context6.1.1

  • 6.2

    Identify characteristics desired by employers

    1. 1.

      Explain the importance of punctuality, attendance, integrity, work ethics, initiative, and courtesy6.2.1

    2. 2.

      List teamwork and leadership skills in the workplace6.2.2

    3. 3.

      Explain the consequences of not complying to established rules, regulations, and policies6.2.3

    4. 4.

      Describe the impact of technology on work relationships (telecommuting, social network sites, e-mail ethics, personal use at work)6.2.4

    5. 5.

      Explore the importance of respecting others values, cultures, and traditions6.2.5

    6. 6.

      Apply the FCCLA National Program Career Connections6.2.6

  • 6.3

    Describe ways to deal with conflict in the workplace

    1. 1.

      Discuss ways to settle disagreements between employees6.3.1

    2. 2.

      Discuss way to settle disagreements with an employer6.3.2

    3. 3.

      Create Scenarios that depict working with others and handling criticism, disagreement and disappointment6.3.3

  • 6.4

    State the value of volunteerism

    1. 1.

      Analyze the value of volunteering to the community6.4.1

    2. 2.

      Analyze the importance of civic responsibility6.4.2

    3. 3.

      Incorporate the FCCLA STAR Event: Community Service6.4.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2009
Where can I read the official document?
Human Relations

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