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335000CH SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Economics Prerequisites: None 0.5 Unit This course is designed to improve understanding of basic economic concepts so that students become more effective citizens. A general overview of economic issues, models, and theories is provided, along with an introduction to important personal finance topics. 335000HH SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Economics /Honors Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 0.5 Unit Economics/Honors introduces students to important concepts of microeconomics and macroeconomics and personal finance. Emphasis is placed on supply and demand and prices in the market system, using economic models as tools for understanding. Fiscal and monetary policies are also studied as forces affecting the nation's economic well-being. Use of video presentations and simulations of financial markets are also used. Independent research and writing are required. 337400AW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Economics - Macroeconomics/AP Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit Economics-Macroeconomics/AP gives students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the economic system as a whole. Such a course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price determination, and also develops students' familiarity with economic performance measures, economic growth, and international economics. The Advanced Placement Examination is a requirement for this course. 337500AW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Economics - Microeconomics/AP Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit Economics-Microeconomics/AP gives students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual decision-makers, both consumers and producers, within the larger economic market. It places primary emphasis on the nature and functions of the product market and includes the study of factor markets and the role of the government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy. The Advanced Placement Examination is a requirement for this course. 333000CH SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Government Prerequisites: None 0.5 Unit Government concentrates on American Government and is a study of the American Federal System of Government with emphasis on the principles that are an integral part of this system. Special emphasis is placed upon the role of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government within this complex system. 333000HH SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Government/Honors Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 0.5 Unit Government/Honors provides students with an overview of the American Federal System of Government. Emphasis is placed on the philosophical underpinnings of our government, historical development of our government, individual rights and responsibilities of citizens, and the three branches of our government. The overall framework for this course is provided through a study of the United States Constitution. Outside reading, research, and writing are required. 337300AW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Government/AP Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit Government/AP is the study of the The Advanced Placement Examination is a requirement of this course. 332000CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Prerequisites: None 1 Unit United States History/Constitution covers the history
of the 337200AW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation and Early American History 1 Unit United States History/AP is designed to provide students with the analytical skills and factual knowledge necessary to deal critically with the problems and materials in American history. The course prepares students for intermediate and advanced college courses by making demands upon them equivalent to those of full-year introductory college courses. Students should learn to assess historical materials - their relevance to a given interpretive problem, their reliability, and their importance - and to weigh the evidence and interpretations presented in historical scholarship. Students will be required to take the Advanced Placement Examination. 339954HW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Early Prerequisites: This course is designed for students who plan to take United States History/AP. 1 Elective Unit Early 339925DW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM American History: Discovery to 1877 and American History: 1877 to Present/PTC Prerequisites: None 1 Unit (6 Semesters Hours - Dual Credit Available) American History: Discovery to 1877/PTC is a survey of United States History from discovery to 1877. This course includes political, social, economic, and intellectual developments during this period. American History: 1877 to Present/PTC is a survey of United States History from 1877 to present. This course includes political, social, economic, and intellectual developments during this period. 336500HW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Western Civilization/Honors Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit Western Civilization/Honors is a survey course designed to trace the development of western cultures from their earliest beginnings to the present. Emphasis will be placed on political, economic, social, and religious events that have had an impact on the Western world as we know it today. 337600AW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM European History/AP Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit European History/AP is designed to develop an understanding of some of the principle themes in modern European History and to develop an ability to analyze historical evidence. In addition to a basic exposure to the factual narrative, the goals of the advanced placement program will also be developed. Success in this course requires excellent skills in reading, writing, and thinking analytically. Students will be required to take the Advanced Placement Examination. 336000CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM World History Prerequisites: Recommended for all sophomores 1 Unit World History will consist of a systematic study of the development of man from prehistoric times to the present with an emphasis on the interrelationships between different cultures and different areas of the world. The first half of the course will cover the history of the world from prehistory to the Enlightenment. The second half will cover the period from the French Revolution to the present. Requirements may include parallel readings, a research paper, and/or critiques of books and articles. 336000HW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM World History/Honors Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit World History/Honors surveys the development of man from prehistoric times to the present with an emphasis on the interrelationships between cultures and different areas of the world. Students will develop analytical skills that will enable them to analyze, interpret, and critique literature through the wealth of reading required in this course. 336501CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM African-American History Prerequisites: None 1 Unit African-American History is a general survey course of the African-American society. The major focus of this course is the period since 1865. The study of personalities and organizations will make up the major components of the course. Each student is required to complete eight, one-page biographical sketches and prepare a written/oral book report. 336001CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Military History Prerequisites: World History and United States History are recommended. 1 Unit Military History is designed as a careful study of
selected military involvements, giving emphasis to cause and effect. During much of its history, the 331000CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM World Geography Prerequisites: None 1 Unit World Geography is designed to study the broad impact of economics, social, political, and physical geography on how man lives. A variety of resources will be used in addition to the textbook, encouraging high level thinking processes and introducing different strategies such as simulations and small group processes that emphasize student responsibility for learning. 331000HW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM World Geography/Honors Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit World Geography/Honors incorporates aspects of the social sciences - history, economics, anthropology, sociology, and political science - into a framework which students can use to deal with complex global issues and to promote global understanding. Global warming, acid rain, political and racial strife, a shrinking ozone layer, changes in world economic systems, a global population exceeding six billion - these matters and others face today's students. Our interdependent world requires citizens who are able to understand these issues and function comfortably not only in their own community but also in the world community. Geography is much more than just knowing the location of states and their capitals; it is knowing about the entire world. 337900AW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Human Geography/AP Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1 Unit Human Geography/AP introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of the Earth's surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to analyze human social organizations and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. 334000CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Psychology Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Psychology is designed to orient students to the nature and purposes of psychology by defining psychology and comparing it to other methods of explaining behavior. Other areas to be studied include: parapsychology, the learning process, hereditary and cultural influences on behavior, and development - physical, motor, emotional, social, intellectual, and personality. It is highly recommended that a student has successfully completed one unit in biology before taking psychology. Students will investigate feelings of inferiority, frustration, conflict, stress, and anxiety. Methods of coping with everyday problems, e.g., defense/escape mechanisms, will be covered. Also, mental illness (neurosis/psychosis) will be explained along with the methods of treatment, such as psychotherapy, chemotherapy, and shock therapy. Toward the end of this course, attention will be directed to the area of social psychology, focusing on such topics as person-to-person relations, attitude formation, and group behavior. 437100AW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Psychology/AP Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Psychology/AP is designed as a college-level course that is an intensive study of human behavior. This course will follow the prescribed advanced placement criteria. Students will be expected to take the Advanced Placement Exam in May. 334500CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Sociology Prerequisites: None 1 Unit Sociology provides students with a comprehensive examination of the basic concepts, principles, and methods central to the scientific study of sociology. There are three major goals to be met. The first goal is to teach students to think like sociologists. The second goal is to help students develop a sociological imagination, which will enable them to view their own lives within a larger social and historical context. The third goal is to help students understand and appreciate the rich diversity that is possible in social life by exposing them to data from a wide variety of cross-cultural and historical sources. 339961HW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Careers in Teaching/Honors Prerequisites: Students must meet requirements set
forth by the 1 Unit (Elective) The Careers in Teaching/Honors course is designed for
students at the top of the junior and senior classes who are interested in
teaching as a career or those who are interested in knowing more about the
educational process. This course will
provide an exciting hands-on exploration of learning, teaching, and the
educational system. This course
includes observations and a teaching internship in local schools. College
credit may be granted for successful completion of this course in conjunction
with 370111CH SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Driver Education/1st Semester Prerequisites: Must have at least a beginner's permit by the first day of the class. (1st Semester) 0.5 Elective Unit The Driver Education course is divided into two parts. The first part of the course is 20 days (30 hours) of class instruction that includes studying the textbook. Topics that are covered include traffic laws, the operation of a car, driving maneuvers, vehicle safety, alcohol education, insurance, emergency situations, and adverse conditions. The second phase is behind-the-wheel instruction. Students will experience four to six hours of actually driving a car, in addition to observing other student drivers. Students not driving will be in the Safety and the Law class. At the completion of the course, students will receive a certificate designating them as trained drivers. The certificate is helpful in securing a reduced insurance rate. 370112CH SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Driver Education/2nd Semester Prerequisites: Must have at least a beginner's permit by the first day of class. (2nd Semester) 0.5 Elective Unit The Driver Education course is divided into two parts. The first part of the course is 20 days (30 hours) of class instruction that includes studying the textbook. Topics that are covered include traffic laws, the operation of a car, driving maneuvers, vehicle safety, alcohol education, insurance, emergency situations, and adverse conditions. The second phase is behind-the-wheel instruction. Students will experience four to six hours of actually driving a car, in addition to observing other student drivers. Students not driving will be in the Safety and the Law class. At the completion of the course, students will receive a certificate designating them as trained drivers. The certificate is helpful in securing a reduced insurance rate. 370121CH SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Safety and the Law/1st Semester Prerequisites: Must be in Driver Education 1st Semester 0.5 Elective Unit Safety and the Law is designed to teach and inform students about safety aspects and laws that pertain to a variety of different instructional topics. The course reinforces some topics discussed in Driver Education class such as car insurance, car maintenance, and alcohol and drug education. The course, in addition, focuses on truck/train safety, first aid, hunting/boating safety, the use of a cellular phone while driving, fire safety, and other units designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to be a safety-conscious member in our society. Students will be rotated out of this class for behind-the-wheel driving with their Driver Education teacher. 370122CH SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Safety and the Law/2nd Semester Prerequisites: Must be in Driver Education 2nd semester 0.5 Elective Unit Safety and the Law is designed to teach and inform students about safety aspects and laws that pertain to a variety of different instructional topics. The course reinforces some topics discussed in Driver Education class such as car insurance, car maintenance, and alcohol and drug education. The course, in addition, focuses on truck/train safety, first aid, hunting/boating safety, the use of a cellular phone while driving, fire safety, and other units designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to be a safety-conscious member in our society. Students will be rotated out of this class for behind-the-wheel driving with their Driver Education teacher. 339991CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Freshman Focus Prerequisites: None 1 Elective Unit Freshman Focus is designed for the enhancement of a smooth transition from middle school to high school. Realizing the importance of a successful freshman year, students will be provided with useful information to better assist them in making decisions that will hopefully yield beneficial results personally and academically. Students will be able to interact with counselors and community persons, as well as the instructor, in understanding how educational preparation impacts upon career planning for the future. A variety of topics will be covered including career guidance, test-taking skills, reproductive health, and study skills. Freshman Focus is required for all ninth-grade students. 339992CW SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM Study Skills/SAT Preparation Prerequisites: Geometry and English 1 1 Unit Study Skills/SAT Preparation is a tutorial for students that introduces the format of the SAT and provides practice with many verbal and mathematical questions. Students learn methods to solve questions and to avoid making errors. Clear-cut testing tactics and methods of attacking every question type are covered. Students solve actual multiple choice, quantitative and grid-in problems in mathematics as well as analogy, sentence completion, and critical reading examples from the verbal section. Actual testing conditions are simulated. There is a comprehensive review in arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. There is a high frequency word list with an emphasis on basic college-level vocabulary words. Vocabulary is reviewed each day. Thinking skills are broadened through computer lab activities, crossword puzzles, board games, and a variety of other activities. Students learn when the test is offered, how to register for the test, what to take to the testing site, when to expect the results, and how to interpret the results. |
