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English
In this course the students will read, analyze, and interpret a variety of genres of American Literature. This course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Through this survey of American Literature, the students will be able to understand and appreciate American history to its fullest. By incorporating more history into literary studies, literature comes alive and holds more meaning for the students. In this course, the students will be challenged to interpret each piece of literature soundly, and handle literary techniques skillfully; they will have the opportunity to relate much of what they read to the world that surrounds them. After the completion of this course, students will have increased their vocabulary skills, improved their grammar, usage, sentence structure, diction, and punctuation, and, finally, enhanced their reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course covers character, plot, setting, narrator, and voice by examining works of American Literature. The course begins with a focus on study of character and characterization. Next, students will analyze plot and setting in literature. Part 1 of the course ends with a unit that focuses on narrator and voice.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Character
- Part 1 Unit 2 Plot and Setting
- Part 1 Unit 3 Narrator and Voice
Part 2 Description
Part 2 is a study of several literary devices, including irony, style and symbolism. The first unit examines irony and its use in literature. Students will learn to recognize irony in writing and explore its influence in the narrative. Next, students will learn to recognize and analyze style in literature. Students will identify how an author creates style, and how it can be used to convey a point of view. Symbolism is the focus of the final unit in Part 2. Students develop their analytical skills by studying and understanding various uses of symbolism in writing.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Irony
- Part 2 Unit 2 Style
- Part 2 Unit 3 Symbolism
Part 3 Description
Poetry, essay, and drama are the focuses of Part 3 of this course. The first unit of Part 3 is the study of poetry through reading and analysis. Students will then move to a unit about essay, where they will improve their own writing skills using the knowledge that they gained in previous parts of this course. This unit requires that students synthesize knowledge and skills that they have gained through the study of literature. Finally, students will focus on drama and its importance in American Literature.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Poetry
- Part 3 Unit 2 Essay
- Part 3 Unit 3 Drama
Part 4 Description
This final part of American Literature focuses on folktale, epic, biography, and theme. This part begins with an investigation of American folktales and epics. Students will then focus on biography where they will learn more about important figures in American history. Finally, students will examine different themes of American literature.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Folktale/Epic
- Part 4 Unit 2 Biography
- Part 4 Unit 3 Comparing Themes
This course provides the tools necessary for students to become active readers, critical and logical thinkers, and clear, concise writers. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
This course focuses on British literature because of its long-term influence on American culture and its variety of literary forms. The instruction will offer a variety of strategies to assist in the development of the reading and writing skills necessary in any discipline. Each unit will follow a pattern designed to enhance existing reading comprehension, writing abilities, and speaking and listening skills, while offering a variety of British literature and providing ample opportunity to develop a deeper overall vocabulary. A written assignment, an exercise in organization, and an oral presentation in podcast form will also be part of the weekly process. After the completion of this course, students will have gained an understanding of British literature, and increased their vocabulary skills in reading comprehension, speaking, listening, and writing.
Part 1 Description
This course begins with the study of character, plot, narrator, and voice. Part 1, Unit 1 is an examination of character and its importance in literature. Students will then examine the development of plot in British literature. The last unit in Part 1 is a focus on the use of narrator and voice in literature.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Character
- Part 1 Unit 2 Plot
- Part 1 Unit 3 Narrator and Voice
Part 2 Description
In Part 2 of this course, students will examine setting, themes, satire, allegory, and allusion. The first unit of Part 2 focuses on the use of setting in British literature; understanding setting helps students to create a context for what they read. Next, students will focus on important themes, particularly British literature. Finally, students will study the use of satire, allegory, and allusion, important literary devices in helping students in the interpretation of literature.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Setting
- Part 2 Unit 2 Comparing Themes
- Part 2 Unit 3 Satire/Allegory/Allusion
Part 3 Description
This part of the course explores the uses of the literary devices irony, symbolism, and style in British literature. Part 3 of the course begins with a study of irony as it is used by British authors and gives students the opportunity to understand and analyze important pieces of literature. Next, students will focus on symbolism in British Literature. This device will help students in improve their ability to compare what they learn from reading to what is going on in their own world. The final unit in Part 3 is a study of
style. Students will develop an understanding of the writing style of British authors and the importance of style in literature.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Irony
- Part 3 Unit 2 Symbolism
- Part 3 Unit 3 Style
Part 4 Description
The first unit of Part 4 is the study of contemporary society as it relates to the study of literature. Students then study strategies used by the media and learn to critically analyze the role of the media in society. This course ends with students focusing on and applying the conventions of oral presentations and rhetorical devices.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Contemporary Society
- Part 4 Unit 2 Strategies Used by the Media
- Part 4 Unit 3 Conventions of Oral Presentations/Rhetorical Devices
The course is designed to help students prepare for the critical reading and writing portions of the SAT®. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each unit of the course is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the lesson.
In this course, students will learn about comma usage, case, identifying and creating complete sentences, and writing sentences that are concise and that have subject-verb agreement. Students will also learn reading comprehension skills, including inferring ideas, understanding tone and intention, and identifying the meaning and the important and non-important parts of a piece of writing. Finally, students will understand how to apply correct grammatical structure to sentences, recognize and understand modifiers and idioms, and develop a piece of writing in response to an essay question. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the concepts included in the critical reading and writing sections of the SAT®.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Grammar Usage and Mechanics
- Unit 2 Passage Based Reading
- Unit 3 Writing
This course is designed to introduce students to some great works of literature from around the world, while helping them to develop the skills that they need in order to analyze and respond to the literature. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course begins with some ancient and influential pieces, and works its way forward to present day literature. Throughout this process, the students will see that, although language and customs change, human beings today have many of the same experiences, ideas, and feelings that they had thousands of years ago. With that knowledge, the students can relate to and learn from both ancient authors and modern authors, and can then share what they learn with those around them. Each day will give the students an opportunity to practice different skills, including reading and analysis, speaking and listening, grammar, writing, and vocabulary. The students will also learn how to use various tools for review and understanding. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for works of World literature, and will have increased their skills in reading, analysis, grammar, writing, and vocabulary.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course focuses on the literary concepts of character, plot, setting, narrator, and voice by exploring great works of World literature. Part 1 begins with students studying character and the character development in literature. Next, the importance of plot and setting are examined. Part 1 ends with students focusing on narrator and voice.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Character
- Part 1 Unit 2 Plot and Setting
- Part 1 Unit 3 Narrator and Voice
Part 2 Description
Irony, style, and symbolism are the key literary devices explored in this part of World Literature I. Unit 1 is a focus on irony and allows students the opportunity to analyze its use. In Unit 2, students will examine and analyze style. In the final unit of Part 2, students will understand the use of symbolism in literature.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Irony
- Part 2 Unit 2 Style
- Part 2 Unit 3 Symbolism
Part 3 Description
Poetry, essays, and short stories are the focus of Part 3 of this course; World literature serves as the vehicle through which students learn about these types of writing. This part begins with the study of poetry during which students will read pieces from a variety of world authors, developing their analytical skills. The second unit of this part focuses on the development of the student’s essay writing skills. Finally, students will be introduced to a variety of short stories and will apply the knowledge that they gained in the first two parts of this course to studying these stories.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Poetry
- Part 3 Unit 2 Essay
- Part 3 Unit 3 Short Story
Part 4 Description
This final part of the course focuses on drama, imagery, and theme. Unit 1 is a study of drama and will require analysis, reflection, and application of knowledge gained in previous parts of this course. The second unit focuses on the literary device imagery and its use in a variety of literature. Finally, students will learn about theme and be able to compare themes through analysis.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Drama
- Part 4 Unit 2 Imagery
- Part 4 Unit 3 Comparing Themes
This course is designed to expand the student’s knowledge of great works of literature from around the world, while helping them develop
the skills to be able to analyze and respond to the literature in greater depth. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course begins with a detailed view of ancient and influential pieces, and works its way forward to present day literature. Throughout
this process, the students will gain a greater understanding of how language and customs change. Students will recognize the similarities and differences in human beings today and throughout history. Each day, students will practice reading and analysis, speaking and listening, grammar, writing, and vocabulary. The students will also learn how to use various tools for review and understanding. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for works of World literature, and will have increased their skills in reading, analysis, grammar, writing and vocabulary.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course investigates great works of world literature, focusing on the literary concepts character, plot, setting, narrator, and voice. Students begin this course with a study of character and the development of characters in literature. Next, students will examine the importance of plot and setting. Narrator and voice are the final literary concepts examined in the final unit in Part 1 of this course.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Character
- Part 1 Unit 2 Plot and Setting
- Part 1 Unit 3 Narrator and Voice
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of this course focuses on the literary devices irony, style, and symbolism. The first unit is a focus on irony and allows students the opportunity to analyze its use. Next, students will examine and analyze style. Finally, students will understand the use of symbolism in literature.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Irony
- Part 2 Unit 2 Style
- Part 2 Unit 3 Symbolism
Part 3 Description
Poetry, essay, and drama are the focuses of this part of the course. The first unit for Part 3 allows students the opportunity to examine and analyze poetry. Next, students will develop their essay-writing skills. Finally, students will read and analyze drama.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Poetry
- Part 3 Unit 2 Essay
- Part 3 Unit 3 Drama
Part 4 Description
In Part 4, students will focus on folktale, epic, biography, and comparing themes. This part starts with the exploration of folktale and epic. Students then move to the study of and analysis of biography. This course ends with the analysis of themes.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Folktale/Epic
- Part 4 Unit 2 Biography
- Part 4 Unit 3 Comparing Themes
Mathematics
This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in algebra. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course is organized as a journey through algebraic concepts and the applications of algebra. The focus is on linear equations, inequalities, functions, graphing, systems of equations, polynomials, factoring, quadratic equations, probability, statistics, rational expressions,
roots, and radicals. Throughout this journey, students will build critical thinking skills and problem-solving techniques that are required to help students grasp algebraic fundamentals. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a
knowledge of and appreciation for algebra and the problem solving skills that they gain in this course will prepare them for future courses.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course covers concepts in beginning algebra, linear equations, and inequalities. It begins with helping students understand and retain algebraic concepts and use them to solve problems. Students will then explore solving linear equations and applying this knowledge. Finally, the third unit focuses on solving inequalities and inequality applications.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Introduction to Algebra
- Part 1 Unit 2 Linear Equations
- Part 1 Unit 3 Inequalities
Part 2 Description
This part of the course covers the concepts of functions, graphing, and systems of equations. As the students gain an understanding of functions, they will transition into graphing linear functions. The second unit details graphing linear equations and using point slope form to solve problems. The third unit then details the use of the appropriate methods to solving systems of linear equations.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Functions
- Part 2 Unit 2 Graphing
- Part 2 Unit 3 Systems of Equations
Part 3 Description
Part 3 of the course covers the concepts of polynomials, factoring, and quadratic equations. It begins with the basic understanding of polynomials and transitions into factoring and solving quadratic equations. The first unit details how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide polynomials. Next, the second unit focuses on factoring and solving quadratic equations by factoring. Finally, the third unit explains how to solve and graph quadratic equations.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Polynomials
- Part 3 Unit 2 Factoring
- Part 3 Unit 3 Quadratic Equations
Part 4 Description
This final part of the course covers probability, statistics, rational functions, rational expressions, roots, and radicals. In the first unit, the students will investigate how to use the measures of central tendency to graph and solve problems in statistics. They will also work with experimental and theoretical probability; they will use probability to make predictions. The second unit focuses on using rational functions and expressions to solve work and distance problems. The unit extends into direct and inverse variation, and ends with complex fractions. Finally, the course concludes with using roots and radicals to solve problems.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Probability and Statistics
- Part 4 Unit 2 Rational Functions and Expressions
- Part 4 Unit 3 Roots and Radicals
This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in advanced algebra. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central topic as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course guides students through algebraic concepts and the applications of advanced algebra. Students will focus on linear functions,
linear systems, matrices, quadratic functions, polynomial functions, polynomials, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, rational functions, radical functions, conic sections, probability, statistics, sequence, series, and trigonometric functions. Students’ critical thinking skills and problem solving techniques will develop throughout the course. By the end of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for algebra and problem solving that will prepare them for future courses.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course covers concepts in linear functions, graphing linear functions, and linear systems. It begins with helping students understand and retain the applications of linear functions. Unit 2 then explores how to graph linear functions. Finally, the third unit focuses on using various methods to solve linear systems.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Linear Functions
- Part 1 Unit 2 Graphing Linear Functions
- Part 1 Unit 3 Linear Systems
Part 2 Description
This part of the course covers the concepts of matrices, quadratic functions, polynomials, and polynomial functions. As the students gain an understanding of matrices, they will transition into using Cramer’s rule to solving linear systems. The second unit then details the properties and applications of polynomials and polynomial functions. The third unit details quadratic functions and solving quadratic equations with complex roots.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Matrices
- Part 2 Unit 2 Polynomials and Polynomial Functions
- Part 2 Unit 3 Quadratic Functions
Part 3 Description
This part of the course covers the concepts of exponential functions, logarithmic functions, rational functions, radical functions, and conic sections. It begins with the basic understanding of exponential and logarithmic functions; it then transitions into adding and subtracting complex numbers, graphing and solving non-linear systems. The first unit details how to use exponential and logarithmic functions to analyze and predict. Next, students will focus on rational and radical functions and how to solve equations containing rational and radical expressions. Finally, the third unit explains graphing and writing the equation of a circle, hyperbola, and ellipse.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
- Part 3 Unit 2 Rational and Radical Functions
- Part 3 Unit 3 Conic Sections
Part 4 Description
The last part of this course covers probability, statistics, sequence, series, and trigonometric functions. In the first unit, the students will investigate how to use the measures of central tendency to graph and solve problems in statistics. They will also work with experimental and theoretical probability, and use probability to make predictions. The second unit focuses on using the arithmetic and geometric series to solve problems. The unit extends into approximating the area under a curve using rectangles. Finally, the course concludes with using trigonometric functions to solve real world problems.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Probability and Statistics
- Part 4 Unit 2 Sequence and Series
- Part 4 Unit 3 Trigonometric Functions
This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in calculus. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course guides students through calculus by focusing on functions, graphs, limits, differentiation, integration, parametric functions,
and polar functions. Students’ critical thinking skills and problem solving techniques develop as they work through this course. At the completion of this course, students will have gained a knowledge of and appreciation for calculus and its applications.
Part 1 Description
Part 1 of this course covers concepts in functions, graphs, limits, and differentiation. The first unit helps students in understanding and retaining concepts dealing with functions, graphs, and limits. Students will then explore differentiation. Finally, the third unit focuses on analyzing the rules for differentiation and transitions into the applications of derivatives.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Functions, Graphs, and Limits
- Part 1 Unit 2 An Introduction to Differentiation
- Part 1 Unit 3 Rules of Differentiation
Part 2 Description
This part of the course covers the concepts of derivatives and the application of differentiation. As the students gain an understanding of derivatives in trigonometric functions, they will transition into applications of the implicit differentiation. The second unit details derivatives of inverse functions and explores the applications of the mean value theorem. The third unit then details the applications of differentiation.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Understanding Derivatives in Trigonometric Functions, and Implicit Differentiation
- Part 2 Unit 2 Derivatives of Inverse Functions
- Part 2 Unit 3 Applications of Differentiation
Part 3 Description
This part of the course covers the concepts of integration. Students first focus on the basic rules of integration and transitions into the fundamental theorem of calculus and solving applications of logistic growth. The first unit details the rules and properties of integration, while the second unit focuses on the fundamental theorem of calculus, Simpson’s Rule, and Euler’s method. In the third unit, students learn and apply the law of exponential change and logistic growth models.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Rules and Properties of Integration
- Part 3 Unit 2 Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, Simpson’s Rule and Euler’s Method
- Part 3 Unit 3 Exponential Change and Logistic Growth Models
Part 4 Description
Part 4 of the course covers integration, parametric functions, polar functions, and infinite series. In the first unit, the students will analyze applications of integrals. The second unit focuses on trigonometric integrals, parametric curves in a plane, and areas enclosed by polar curves. The course concludes with Taylor and Maclaurin series and convergence.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Applications of Integration
- Part 4 Unit 2 Advanced Integration, Parametric Functions, Polar Functions
- Part 4 Unit 3 Infinite Series
This course is designed to motivate students and to establish a strong foundation for their success in developmental and consumer mathematics. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will take a journey through basic mathematics and its applications, focusing on whole numbers, integers, decimals, and percent. Throughout this journey, the course highlights building mathematics skills to help students make sense of the mathematics that they encounter each day. The students will use these basic concepts in the application of wages, banking, interest, credit, and consumer costs. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for mathematics and problem solving that will prepare them for their futures.
Part 1 Description
The first part of the course covers the concepts of whole numbers,
integers, and decimals. It begins with helping students understand and retain concepts in whole numbers and using whole numbers to solve problems. It then explores how to use integers to represent real-life situations. Finally, the third unit focuses on operations and problem solving with decimals.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Whole numbers
- Part 1 Unit 2 Integers
- Part 1 Unit 3 Decimals
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of the course covers the concepts of percent, transportation costs, and travel. As the students gain an understanding of number sense by working with percent, they will transition into using number concepts in consumer applications. The second unit details the use of basic math skills in the evaluation of various transportation expenses. The final unit of this part of the course will demonstrate the use of basic mathematics in travel applications.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Percent
- Part 2 Unit 2 Transportation Costs
- Part 2 Unit 3 Travel Items
Part 3 Description
This part of the course covers the basic math skills in the application of wages, banking, interest, and credit. It begins with the basic understanding of how to calculate wages and how to solve application problems in banking and interest. Unit 1 details how to calculate wages. The second unit focuses on working with budgets, checking accounts, and savings accounts. This unit will also help students understand how to apply these concepts to banking. Finally, the third unit explains how to solve interest and credit equations.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Wages
- Part 3 Unit 2 Banking
- Part 3 Unit 3 Interest and Credit
Part 4 Description
This part of the course covers consumer costs. In the first unit, the students will investigate the costs associated with being a consumer in the global economy. The second unit focuses on the costs associated with purchasing a home, including calculating mortgage payments, taxes, and insurance. Finally, the course concludes with evaluating the various costs of maintaining a home.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Cost of Items
- Part 4 Unit 2 Cost Associated with Homes
- Part 4 Unit 3 Cost of Maintaining a Home
This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in geometry. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course is organized as a journey through geometry and the applications of geometry. The course focuses on parallel lines, perpendicular lines, triangles, circles, polygons, area, volume, similarity, trigonometry, geometric reasoning, and proofs. Throughout this journey, the course highlights building critical-thinking skills, and problem solving techniques required to help students grasp geometric concepts. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for geometry and problem solving that will prepare them for future courses.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1 students will cover concepts in beginning geometry, parallel lines, perpendicular lines, and triangles. First, students develop and understanding of geometric concepts and use them to solve problems. It then explores the properties of parallel and perpendicular lines; students then apply these properties to real world problems. Finally, the third unit focuses on triangles and triangle applications.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Introduction to Geometry
- Part 1 Unit 2 Parallel and Perpendicular Lines
- Part 1 Unit 3 Triangles
Part 2 Description
This part of the course covers the concepts of polygons, length, area, and similarity. As the students gain an understanding of polygons, they will transition into symmetry and transformations. The second unit then explores the length and area of polygons. Unit 3 details the properties of similar polygons and their proportional relationships.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Polygons
- Part 2 Unit 2 Length and Area
- Part 2 Unit 3 Similarity
Part 3 Description
This part of the course covers the concepts of right triangles, trigonometry, circles, surface area, and volume. Unit 1 of Part 3 focuses on right triangles and trigonometry. The second unit details the properties of circles, using the equation and graph of a circle to solve problems. The final unit focuses on using surface area and volume to solve problems.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Right Triangles and Trigonometry
- Part 3 Unit 2 Circles
- Part 3 Unit 3 Surface Area and Volume
Part 4 Description
The final part of the course covers transformational geometry, reasoning, and proofs. In the first unit, the students will work with transformational geometry and basic properties of fractals. In the second unit, students will work with the properties of equality in the formation of algebraic proofs. Students will also investigate how to use logical reasoning to begin the proof process. The course concludes with proving geometric theorems using two-column and paragraph proofs.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Transformational Geometry
- Part 4 Unit 2 Reasoning
- Part 4 Unit 3 Proofs
This course is designed to help students make a successful transition from arithmetic to algebra. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The basic concepts of arithmetic and the applications of mathematics are the focus of this course. Students will learn about integers, fractions, decimals, expressions, equations, ratios, proportions and percents, inequalities, graphing, probability and statistics, and geometry. The course highlights the math skills that help students make sense of the mathematics that they encounter each day. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for algebra and problem solving that will prepare them for future courses.
Part 1 Description
This first part of the course covers the concepts of whole numbers, integers, and fractions. It begins with helping students understand and retain concepts in whole numbers and using whole numbers to solve problems. It then explores how to use integers to representing real-life situations, graphing and solving integer problems. The third unit focuses on operations and problem solving with fractions.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Whole numbers
- Part 1 Unit 2 Integers
- Part 1 Unit 3 Fractions
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of this course covers the concepts of decimals, expressions, and equations. As the students gain an understanding of number sense by working with decimals, they will transition into using number properties with expressions. The second unit details the use of decimals, fractions, whole numbers, and integers in evaluating expressions. These basic skills will help students interpret and translate word phrases into algebraic expressions. The third unit of Part 2 details the use of the addition and multiplication properties in solving equations.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Decimals
- Part 2 Unit 2 Expressions
- Part 2 Unit 3 Equations
Part 3 Description
This part of the course covers the concepts of ratios, proportions, percents, and inequalities. The first unit details ratios and proportions and how to use them to solve problems. Next, students learn about percents and use them to solve interest and discount problems. Finally, the third unit explains how to solve multi-step linear and compound inequalities.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Ratios and Proportions
- Part 3 Unit 2 Percent
- Part 3 Unit 3 Inequalities
Part 4 Description
This part of the course covers graphing, measurement, probability, statistics, and geometry. In the first unit, students will investigate and construct a variety of graphs. They will also graph linear equations by plotting points and using these graphs to solve problems. The second unit focuses on using beginning statistics to construct stem and leaf and box and whisker plots. The unit extends into calculating probabilities of independent and dependent events and ends with concepts in measurement. Finally, the course concludes with an overview of geometry.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Graphing
- Part 4 Unit 2 Probability, Statistics, and Measurement
- Part 4 Unit 3 Geometry
This course helps students develop a solid foundation of concepts needed to prepare for calculus. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course helps students prepare for calculus by focusing on linear, rational, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, systems of inequalities, matrices, trigonometry, series, sequence, probability, vectors, and analytical geometry. Students will improve their critical thinking skills and their problem solving techniques. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both knowledge of and an appreciation for Pre-Calculus and problem solving that will prepare them for future courses.
Part 1 Description
This course begins with concepts in linear, polynomial, and rational functions. Students will first gain an understanding of concepts dealing with functions and apply them to solving problems. Next, students explore polynomial and rational functions. The third unit focuses on analyzing and evaluating polynomial and rational functions.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Functions
- Part 1 Unit 2 Polynomial and Rational Functions
- Part 1 Unit 3 Polynomial and Rational Functions
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of this course covers the concepts of exponential and logarithmic functions, solving and graphing systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, and determinants. As the students gain an understanding of exponential and logarithmic functions, they will transition into solving real-world problems using exponential and logarithmic functions. The second unit details solving and graphing systems of equations and systems of inequalities. The third unit then details the use of matrices and determinates in solving systems of equations.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions
- Part 2 Unit 2 Systems of Equations and Inequalities
- Part 2 Unit 3 Matrices and Determinants
Part 3 Description
The third part of this course covers the concepts of trigonometry and analytical trigonometry. The first unit details evaluating trigonometric functions and solving real-world trigonometry problems. Then, students focus on trigonometric functions and using the graphs to solve problems. Finally, students learn how to solve and evaluate trigonometric functions.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Trigonometry
- Part 3 Unit 2 Trigonometry
- Part 3 Unit 3 Analytical Trigonometry
Part 4 Description
This final part of the course covers sequence, series, probability, vectors, and analytic geometry. In the first unit, students will analyze patterns to write the nth term of sequences and investigate the geometric and arithmetic series. Also in Unit 1, they will work with combinations and permutations to solve counting problems. The second unit focuses on properties of vectors and the use of vectors in solving problems. The course concludes with using analytical geometry to solve problems.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Sequence/Series/Probability
- Part 4 Unit 2 Vectors
- Part 4 Unit 3 Analytic Geometry
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at probability. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will be introduced to the field of probability. Students will learn about the basic terms, types, theories and rules of probability. Next, the course covers random outcomes and normal distributions, as well as binomial probabilities. Finally, students will learn about geometric probability, sampling distribution, how to understand populations, and the central limit theorem. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of biotechnology and its impact.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Introduction to Probability
- Unit 2 Random Variables and Binomial Distributions
- Unit 3 Geometric Probability and Sampling Distribution
This course is designed to help students prepare for the mathematics portion of the SAT®. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn about basic mathematical theories and operations, including rational numbers, integers, methods to solve counting problems, and the characteristics of sequences and series of numbers. Students will learn how to use algebra to solve problems, including polynomial functions, linear equations and inequalities, and variation. The final unit covers geometrical shapes and how to calculate the area and perimeter of polygons and the circumference of circles. Students will also learn to solve for missing angles and sides of triangles, and understand lines, similar figures, and ratios. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the concepts included in the SAT® Math exam.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Mathematical Operations and Number Theory
- Unit 2 Algebra and Relations Functions
- Unit 3 Geometry, Probability and Statistics
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the field of statistics. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn about statistics, including basic concepts, graphs used to represent data, and ways to analyze data. Students will learn how to explore statistical relationships, including the use of correlations, residuals and residual plots, and scatterplots. Finally, students will learn how to model nonlinear relationships using exponential and logarithmic functions and how to design a sample to produce the correct type of data (observational vs. experimental). At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of statistics and its importance.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Exploring Data and Normal Distribution
- Unit 2 Examining Statistical Relationships
- Unit 3 Nonlinear Relationships and Producing Data
This course is designed to provide a solid foundation in trigonometry. It is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Trigonometry concepts and the applications of trigonometry are the focus of this course. Students will investigate graphs, linear functions, quadratic functions, trigonometric functions, analytical trigonometry, analytical geometry, vectors, and advanced functions. Students will develop their critical thinking skills and problem solving techniques so that they succeed in understanding and applying trigonometric principals. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for trigonometry and problem solving that will prepare them for future courses.
Part 1 Description
This course begins with concepts in graphing, linear functions, quadratic functions, cubic functions, reciprocal functions, piecewise-defined functions, and trigonometric functions. In Unit 1, students develop an understanding of the applications of functions. The second unit focuses on evaluating trigonometric functions and solving real-life problems using trigonometric functions. Finally, the third unit focuses on graphing trigonometric
functions.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Graphs and Functions
- Part 1 Unit 2 Trigonometry
- Part 1 Unit 3 Trigonometry
Part 2 Description
In the second part of this course, students focus on the concepts of trigonometric identities, trigonometric expressions, trigonometric equations, trigonometric functions, equations and graphs of conic sections, vectors, exponential functions, and logarithmic functions. As the students gain an understanding of trigonometric identities, they will transition into rewriting and evaluating trigonometric functions. The second unit details the properties of conic sections and uses these properties to solve real-life problems. The third unit then details the properties of vectors and applications of the exponential and logarithmic functions.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Analytical Trigonometry
- Part 2 Unit 2 Analytical Geometry
- Part 2 Unit 3 Introduction to Vectors and Advanced Functions
Science
Students who enroll in this course will take a fascinating journey through the cosmos and learn the basic concepts involved in the study of astronomy. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course begins with a study of the celestial objects closest to home, scanning the solar system to provide students with an overview
of the planets, moons, asteroids, and comets that revolve around the sun. The second unit moves beyond our solar system to cover the characteristics of our galaxy – the Milky Way. Students will be amazed to learn the sheer size of this system and of other galaxies nearby. They will also be in awe of what they learn about the formation and death of stars, supernovas, black holes, and even theoretical wormholes. Finally, the course reaches to the edges of time and space to investigate the properties of the Universe as a whole. Theories explaining the very beginnings of existence and the expansion of the Universe will be covered. Students will also learn about Einstein’s theory of relativity and time travel and the search for extra-solar planets. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of astronomy and its importance.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 The Solar System
- Unit 2 The Milky Way Galaxy
- Unit 3 The Universe
This course will provide students with a broad and interactive experience covering the main topics of biological science. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit as well as lab activities throughout the course to reinforce the material and give the students an opportunity to apply their knowledge through experiments and activities.
Biology students will be exposed to topics ranging from the process of science to cell reproduction to the diversity of life. Also covered in this course are the chemical components of life, the process of energy conversion, and life’s functions. The subjects of genetics and evolution are also explored and the course focuses on the latest scientific research to support the students’ learning. Finally, ecology is covered to raise student awareness of the many challenges and opportunities of the modern biological world.
Part 1 Description
The first part of the course introduces students to the definition of life and applies the scientific method to biological concepts. The first unit covers the classification of living things into groups and asks students to justify their reasoning for these classifications. The second unit is a survey of the biochemicals vital to the structure and function of living things. This unit also covers acids and bases and the similarities and differences among the macromolecules. Finally, the third unit covers the cell, its components, and their purposes.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Science as a Process
- Part 1 Unit 2 Biochemistry
- Part 1 Unit 3 Cells and Transport
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of the course begins with lessons describing the various types of energy used by cells and how living things convert this energy from one form to another. Cellular respiration and photosynthesis are covered here, as well as the connection between the sun’s energy and life on Earth. Unit 2 moves on to cell reproduction and the various ways in which organisms grow, and repair tissues. The final unit introduces students to the basics and history of genetics.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Energy Conservation
- Part 2 Unit 2 Cell Reproduction
- Part 2 Unit 3 Genetics
Part 3 Description
This third part describes how genes are expressed in individuals and populations and the effects that the environment can have on this gene expression. The structure of DNA is covered here, as well as the processes of replication, transcription, and translation. The second unit investigates the modern applications of genetic research, including cloning, genetically modified organisms, and stem cell research. Finally, the third unit surveys, in detail, the groups of organisms from simplest to most complex, covering the bacterial, fungal, protist, and plant kingdoms.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Gene Expression
- Part 3 Unit 2 Applications of Genetics
- Part 3 Unit 3 Surveying Life
Part 4 Description
This last part of the course continues with an overview of living things. The first unit focuses on the diverse groups of the animal kingdom. This survey moves through the animal phyla from sponges to mammals, investigating the characteristics and commonalities among the groups. The second unit of Part 4 is dedicated to the human body systems and how the structure
of each leads to its function. Also included in this unit is an introduction to and an overview of the forces that drive evolutionary change in species over time. The course ends with ecology and provides the students with information concerning the cycles, conditions, and human impact that influence the ecosystems of earth and their living inhabitants.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Animals
- Part 4 Unit 2 Human Systems / Evolution
- Part 4 Unit 3 Ecology
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the field of biotechnology. The course consists of one part of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn about the history of biotechnology and advances in the field, as well as basic information about biotechnology laboratories and careers. Students will learn about chemistry and units of measurement used in biotechnology, as well as basic biology of the cell, DNA, RNA, and proteins. Finally, students will learn about applications of biotechnology in the research lab and in industry, including enzymes, techniques, plasmids, and other key biotechnologies. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of biotechnology and its impact.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 What is Biotechnology?
- Unit 2 The Basic Science of Biotechnology
- Unit 3 Tools and Applications of Biotechnology
The Chemistry course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units based around a central concept. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each part of the course as well as lab activities throughout the course, which serve as reinforcement of the material and an opportunity for students to apply their knowledge through experiments.
Chemistry is an important science course that challenges the students to apply their studies in previous sciences to new theories, models, and problems. The course begins with a discussion of the history and importance of chemical principles, moves through the various models of the atom and chemical reactions, explores relationships among liquids, gases, and solids, and investigates the role of energy in these relationships. The course ends with a unit on organic chemistry, a branch of the science that focuses on the molecules that are important to living things.
Part 1 Description
The first unit of the course takes students back to the roots of chemistry and focuses on the early scientists who were important in laying the foundations of this science. This unit also covers the organization of the periodic table and a survey of the most common elements. The next unit focuses on the development of the different atomic models and exposes students to the most recent research describing the structure of the atom. The final unit expands upon the structure of the atom, how bonds form,
and the impact they have on the characteristics of the atoms involved.
- Part 1 Unit 1 History and Periodicity
- Part 1 Unit 2 Structure of the Atom
- Part 1 Unit 3 Bonding
Part 2 Description
This part begins with a unit split between an introduction to the quantum nature of the atom and the basics of reactions. Students will learn about orbitals and energy states and how these variables affect the shape of the molecules of which they are part. The course then continues to cover a unit on the gas laws and the relationships between the temperature, pressure, and volume of gases. Also covered in this part of the course is a comparison between the different types of matter and the internal and external forces that affect the characteristics of matter.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Quantum Mechanics and Reactions
- Part 2 Unit 2 Gas Laws
- Part 2 Unit 3 Types of Matter
Part 3 Description
Part 3 of the course begins with a unit covering energy transfer, phase changes, and heat capacity. Students will solve problems and learn the differences between exothermic and endothermic relationships. The second unit covers solutions, introducing students to the different types of solutions and the factors that impact solubility. Also covered in Unit 2 are precipitate reactions and limiting reactant relationships. The final unit of this part focuses on how different conditions, such as concentration, temperature, and enzymes affect activation energy and rates of reaction.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Energy and Phase Changes
- Part 3 Unit 2 Solutions
- Part 3 Unit 3 Reaction Rates
Part 4 Description
This part of the course begins with a set of lessons that compare and contrast acids and bases. Students will learn how to define solutions as acidic or basic and how a neutralization reaction works on a molecular level. The course then moves into a unit on thermodynamics, the study of energy, and equilibrium of chemical reactions. The three laws of thermodynamics will be explored and applied to chemical relationships. Finally, the course concludes with a unit covering organic chemistry. This set of fifteen lessons describes the characteristics and nomenclature of the molecules common to living things.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Acids and Bases
- Part 4 Unit 2 Thermodynamics
- Part 4 Unit 3 Organic Chemistry
This science course will provide students with the core knowledge of Earth’s natural systems and place in the Universe. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units, each based on a central concept as outlined below. Graded assessments follow each lesson and an exam follows each unit.
Earth Science is the combined study of geology, physics, chemistry, and biology as they impact our Universe, the Earth’s internal processes, and the structure and relationships of the natural world. Included in this course is a study of the Earth’s air, water, and physical processes that shape the physical world. This course also focuses on how human civilization has impacted the balance of nature. Students will gain knowledge of the most modern science behind topics such as continental drift, fossil dating, the cause of the seasons, natural disasters, ocean ecosystems, and alternative energy sources. At the completion of this course, students will have gained an appreciation for and understanding of Earth Science, and will have laid the groundwork for future studies in science and is designed to overview the topics in an interactive and engaging way.
Part 1 Description
The first part of the course provides a broad introduction to Earth Science. Unit 1 includes a discussion of the scientific method, technology, and basic concepts of the science used throughout the course. Unit 2 introduces students to geology, including the components of the earth, matter, types of rocks and how they are formed, minerals, and plate tectonics. Unit 3 discusses the Earth’s resources, both renewable and non-renewable, as well as how human activity impacts available resources.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Introduction to Earth Sciences
- Part 1 Unit 2 Geology
- Part 1 Unit 3 Earth’s Resources
Part 2 Description
The second part of this course focuses on climate, seasons, and the crust of the Earth. The first unit discusses how Earth’s rotation and revolution around the sun contribute to the seasons. This unit also includes discussion of climate change over time and how the moon relates to the Earth. Unit 2 delves into more detail about continental drift and how it has affected the way the surface of the Earth formed. Unit 3 takes the students through the basics of earthquakes and their impact, as well as the formation and changes of mountain ranges over time.
- Part 2 Unit 1 The Climate and Seasons
- Part 2 Unit 2 Continental Drift and Its Impact
- Part 2 Unit 3 Earthquakes and Mountain Ranges
Part 3 Description
This part of the course begins with a unit on the forces that shape the Earth’s surface, including an examination of the erosive effects of wind, water, and chemicals. Students will also learn what conservationists do in order to help slow the erosion of valuable land and how they strive to strike a balance between economic growth and environmental concerns. The remainder of Part 3 focuses on the atmosphere above the Earth’s surface, covering the structure of the atmosphere and the formation of weather systems. Students will diagram the greenhouse effect, ozone layer, and clouds. In this unit, students will also read weather maps and use symbols to represent information.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Rocks, Soil, and Rivers
- Part 3 Unit 2 Rocks, Soil, and Rivers
- Part 3 Unit 3 Weather
Part 4 Description
The final part of the course starts with a detailed study of the ocean, its diverse ecosystems, and the organisms that live there. A survey of the ocean’s characteristics centers on the changing conditions that result from man’s positive and negative influences. The course then moves to outer space, giving the students a new perspective of Earth as part of a planetary system. The properties of the celestial objects close to Earth are covered with special focus on the tools and science behind space observation. Finally, the course ends with a unit dedicated to the impact of human population growth, pollution, alternative energy sources, and the management of the Earth’s natural resources.
- Part 4 Unit 1 The Ocean
- Part 4 Unit 2 Space and the Solar System
- Part 4 Unit 3 Human Impact
This course is designed to provide students with an engaging and effective profile of the living relationships, abiotic factors, human influences, and current state of Earth’s ecosystems. The course is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based on a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Environmental Science, sometimes referred to as Ecology, is the study of the relationships and interdependence of organisms and their connection to the non-living, or abiotic, factors in the natural world. The course begins with a review of science as a process and the general components of Earth’s structure that impact life. It then progresses through a study of the living groups and their relationships to one another, focusing on the balance achieved by nature through these relationships. Populations are explored and examples of unchecked growth and rapid extinction are provided in the context of their effect on ecosystems. A unit is dedicated to aquatic ecosystems, the organisms that live there, and the impact man has had on the delicate balance and complex systems found there. The influence of energy extraction, production, and use is covered, and the course ends with a unit that gives students information concerning the positive influence man can have on the environment through conservation and sound management practices. At the completion of this course, students will have an understanding of and appreciation for environmental science and its impact on their daily lives.
Part 1 Description
The course opens with material designed to refresh students on the nature and process of science and how scientists strive for objectivity and testable hypotheses. Also covered in Part 1 is an overview of the structure of the Earth. The focus then shifts to organisms and their relationships to one another and the environment in which they live as the concepts of habitat and niche are compared and contrasted, with examples and case studies to reinforce the material. Students will also learn the details of material and energy cycles and the concept of ecological succession. Finally, this half of the course ends by defining and applying models of growth to plant, animal, and human populations.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Science and the Structure of Earth
- Part 1 Unit 2 Organisms and Their Relationships
- Part 1 Unit 3 Population Patterns, Processes, and Their Impact on Ecosystems
Part 2 Description
The second half of the course begins with a unit concentrating on aquatic ecosystems, ranging from wetlands to lakes to oceans. Unit 1 discusses the water cycle, and how it is impacted by pollution, poor management and global warming. The second unit focuses on fossil fuel consumption, and the other main sources of energy that are used today to drive economic growth and industry. Finally, the course strikes a hopeful note as students learn about how they can make a difference by learning about alternative energy forms, novel farming practices, and environmentally-protective pest management.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Aquatic Ecosystems
- Part 2 Unit 2 Aquatic Ecosystems
- Part 2 Unit 3 Conservation and Management
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at concepts and applications in the field of epidemiology, the study of population health. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will be introduced to the field of epidemiology, including the basic concepts related to infectious disease, specializations in epidemiology, and study design. Students will learn about the specific parts of an epidemiology study and why they are important. Finally, students will learn how to understand epidemiologic studies, including types of sampling, selection bias, standardization, confidence intervals, and evidence-based research. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of epidemiology and its impact.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Importance and Function of Epidemiology
- Unit 2 Parts of an Epidemiology Study
- Unit 3 Understanding Epidemiology Studies
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the field of forensics. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will be introduced to the field of forensic sciences. Students will learn the definition of forensic sciences as well as careers, laboratories, crime scene processing, evidence, and the impact of media on criminal investigations and trials. Students will learn about specific techniques used in crime scene investigation, including autopsy, fingerprint analysis, DNA fingerprinting, and other types of evidence and analysis important to solving crimes. Finally, students will be introduced to a variety of specialized forensic sciences, analyze specific case studies, and learn about the Innocence Project and Freedom Project. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of forensics and its application.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Introduction to Forensic Sciences
- Unit 2 Practical Forensic Applications
- Unit 3 Forensic Specializations and Case Studies
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the field of genetics. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each unit is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will be introduced to the field of genetics. Students will learn about the theories of Darwin and Wallace, the concepts of adaptation, genotype and phenotype, and basic concepts related to cells, DNA, and RNA. Students will also learn about Gregor Mendel, his pioneering work in genetic variation, and the basic concepts that have been developed since. Finally, students will learn about applications of genetics, including metagenomics, genetically modified organisms, DNA technologies, genetic testing, and other clinical and non-clinical applications of the technology. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of genetics and its application.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Basic Science of Genetics
- Unit 2 The Tools of Genetics
- Unit 3 Current Applications of Genetics
Students who choose to enroll in this course will learn about three main fields of technological science: engineering, biotechnology, and information technology. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each unit is based on a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each course.
The first unit of the course surveys fifteen distinct sub-fields of engineering, exploring the science background, real-world applications,
and career opportunities of aerospace, nuclear, software, and other types of engineering. The second unit involves the study of cutting-edge biotechnology topics like gene therapy, bioengineering crops, and biodegradation. The last unit of the course focuses on the study of informational technology, covering computer networking, data storage, and the encryption of data to provide secure communication. At the completion of this course, students will have a general knowledge of and appreciation for technological sciences and their applications.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Engineering
- Unit 2 Biotechnology
- Unit 3 Information Technology
Life science will introduce students to the structure and function of living things and the natural relationships that exist on Earth. The course is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units that are based on a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
This course is designed as a survey of the biological sciences to give students a foundation that they will need in future science courses concerning the natural world. The course begins with the definition of life and a discussion of how living things are classified and organized by scientists. Students will then work through material that presents the molecular building blocks of organisms, both microscopic and macroscopic views of life, the diversity and universality of species, and the characteristics of various groups of life. The course culminates with a unit on evolution, asking students to apply what they learned about the natural world to the complex relationships and environmental factors that have shaped the ever-changing species sharing the world today. At the completion of this course, students will have a basic knowledge and understanding of the biological sciences and their importance in studying the world around them.
Part 1 Description
This half of the course first focuses on defining life and giving students the background that they need in order to discern living from non-living objects. Classification systems and the microscopic view of life are also covered in this unit. In Unit 2, students will learn about the molecular building blocks that compose living things, moving from simple atoms to complex polymers like DNA and proteins. The final unit describes the cell, the smallest functional unit of life. Students will cover the characteristics of the cell from membrane to nucleus, and also learn about the various forms and functions of cell reproduction and the vital cell processes of energy production and use.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Life’s Organization
- Part 1 Unit 2 Molecules
- Part 1 Unit 3
Part 2 Description
Part 2 begins with an examination of the organizational levels of living things, from cell to tissue to organ to organism. Sexual and asexual reproduction are also covered. Students learn each group’s distinguishing characteristics. The second unit of this part centers on inheritance, describing the structure and function of DNA and its organization into functional genes. Patterns of inheritance are covered and students are asked to predict mating outcomes and apply the techniques of genetic engineering. Finally, evolutionary theory is presented to the students from an objective, evidence-based perspective. Examples are provided to give students a well-rounded appreciation of the natural forces that have shaped, and continue to shape, the characteristics of species today.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Organisms
- Part 2 Unit 2 Genetics
- Part 2 Unit 3 Evolution
This course gives an overview of the different types of catastrophic forces of nature and their impact on the populations that they strike. This course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the three units is structured around a central concept as outlined below. After each lesson, students will find graded assessments and an exam ends each unit.
Around the globe, natural disasters are a seemingly daily occurrence. This course will give students a greater understanding of what causes them and what effect they have; students will also investigate what can prevent such disasters. The first unit covers land-based events, detailing how scientists predict and react to avalanches, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, mudslides, and fires. The second unit focuses on catastrophic events that begin in the ocean and atmosphere, describing the impact of flooding, hurricanes, blizzards, and droughts. The final unit of the course explains how disease spreads and how quickly it can impact the world’s population. This last unit of this course also focuses on potential catastrophic impacts from comets and asteroids. At the completion of this course, students will have an understanding of natural disasters and their impact on the world.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Geological Disasters
- Unit 2 Hydrological and Climatic Disasters
- Unit 3 Human Health and Astronomical Disasters
This course is designed to cover the concepts in the field of physical science in an interactive and engaging way. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each unit is based on a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam ends each part of the course. There are also lab activities found frequently throughout this course to reinforce the material and to give the students an opportunity to apply their knowledge through experiments and activities.
Physical Science covers material from the sciences of chemistry and physics, providing the students with a survey of the main concepts of these disciplines. The course begins with a unit on the nature of science and a review of measurement and its importance. The study of chemical principles then begins, exposing students to topics such as the properties of matter, the structure of the atom, the formation of bonds, and the properties of solutions. The course then moves to the science of physics, describing the topics of motion, force, work, and energy. Students in the course are asked to apply their knowledge of these topics through problems, explanations, and graphs, while maintaining their interest through engaging activities and explorations.
Part 1 Description
The physical Science course begins with a unit of review, covering the role of science and the history of scientific discovery. The first unit also covers measurement to prepare students for its application throughout the course. The second unit investigates the properties of matter, detailing concepts such as structure, phase changes, and chemical versus physical properties. Unit 3 moves on to the structure of the atom, the various models used to characterize elements and molecules, and the layout of the periodic table and the information that this organization provides.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Science and Measurement
- Part 1 Unit 2 Types of Matter
- Part 1 Unit 3 Atomic Structure and Periodicity
Part 2 Description
This part of the course continues to explore the chemical side of physical science, building on the structure of molecules to explain how bonds form and reactions operate under different conditions. The second unit covers solutions, describing for students the different types of solutions and the external forces that impact solubility. The final unit takes students through material concerning the organic molecules of life, the formation of fossil fuels, the radioactive decay of isotopes, and the source and application of nuclear energy.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Bonding and Reactions
- Part 2 Unit 2 Solutions
- Part 2 Unit 3 Organic and Nuclear Chemistry
Part 3 Description
In Part 3, the focus shifts from chemistry to physics. Students begin with the study of objects in motion and the forces acting upon and influencing these objects. Also in this unit, students will produce speed-time graphs, describe the effects of friction, and predict the flight of projectiles. The second unit concerns force, as students study the impact of force on solids, fluids, and gases. The last unit covers the definition of work, power, and efficiency and investigates various types of machines.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Motion
- Part 3 Unit 2 Force
- Part 3 Unit 3 Work
Part 4 Description
Part 4 of the Physical Science course begins with a unit on energy, focusing on the differences between renewable and nonrenewable energy sources and describing how energy is transferred between objects; students also learn to apply the laws of thermodynamics. The second unit details the properties of waves as students diagram waves and describe the characteristics of sound waves, light, and the dual nature of electromagnetic radiation. Finally, the course ends with a unit on electrical and magnetic fields. In this unit, students will study the properties of electrical current, the application of circuits, the generation and conversion of electricity, and the relationship
between magnetism and electricity.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Energy
- Part 4 Unit 2 Waves
- Part 4 Unit 3 Fields
This course will provide students with an engaging and effective online experience in physics. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based on a central concept. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each part of the course.
Although physics can be a challenging science, this is an incredibly engaging and rewarding course that is designed to provide students
with an overview of the traditional subject matter and present the latest, most modern research in the field today. Beginning with Newtonian Mechanics, students will learn that every object is acted upon by multiple and predictable forces. The course moves on to cover fluid mechanics and the relationships between matter and energy as the laws of thermodynamics are investigated. The course also covers the topics of electricity and magnetism and explores the various models used to explain and apply these universal forces. Students also learn the characteristics of waves and the basics of optics before the final set of lessons on atomic physics. Here, the students will review the characteristics of the atom and its elemental particles; students will also apply their knowledge to modern physics. At the completion of this course, students will have a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of physics and its applications.
Part 1 Description
Isaac Newton’s impact on the study of motion was revolutionary and the course begins with the study of his laws and the mathematics behind moving objects. From the effects of gravity to the details of collisions, students will learn the rules and apply their knowledge of objects in motion. The conservation of energy is also covered in this part of the course and will compare and contrast elastic and inelastic systems.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Kinematics
- Part 1 Unit 2 Newton’s Law of Motion
- Part 1 Unit 3 Systems of Particles
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of the course expands on the ideas of Newton and moves to circular motion, harmonic motion, and periodic motion. Students will investigate the influence of these forces on earth and in space as described by Kepler. The second unit explores the complex forces that impact the characteristics of fluids, providing an overview of the principles of Archimedes, Pascal, and Bernoulli. Also covered in this part of the course are the relationships between heat, energy, and temperature, as well as the laws of thermodynamics.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Circular Motion and Rotation
- Part 2 Unit 2 Fluid Mechanics
- Part 2 Unit 3 Thermodynamics
Part 3 Description
This part of the course focuses on electricity and magnetism. In the first unit, students will study the basics of the atom and how the characteristics of conductors allow for charge to be transmitted. The second unit covers circuits, requiring students to learn Ohm’s Law and define and apply terms like current, voltage, and resistance. The final unit, focusing on electromagnetism, describes the relationship between electricity and magnetism. Students will learn to diagram magnetic fields as they are generated around charged wires. Finally, students will learn how transformers work and why they are important to modern society.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Electrostatics
- Part 3 Unit 2 Electrical Circuits
- Part 3 Unit 3 Electromagnetism
Part 4 Description
The final part of the course begins with a unit on waves. Students will investigate the properties of various wave types, including sound waves and standing waves. Light is then covered in detail, as students learn that light is both a particle and a wave that can be manipulated by reflection and refraction. The unit on optics also discusses the speed of light in different media and the energy stored by light. The last unit of the course details the physics of the atom, providing a survey from the traditional models of the atom to the modern applications of quantum physics.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Waves and Wave Motion
- Part 4 Unit 2 Optics
- Part 4 Unit 3 Atomic Physics
Students in this course will survey the past, present, and future of computer technology. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each unit is structured around a central concept as outlined below. A graded assessment comes after each lesson and an exam ends each unit.
Did you know that Stonehenge may actually have been used as a type of computer? This is the kind of fascinating information students will find in the first unit of this course. Also covered in this initial unit are inventions like the abacus and advancements like the microprocessor that have made today’s technology possible. The second unit of the course covers the science behind the hardware and software used today. Topics like algorithms, operating systems, and networks are described in detail and placed into context as tools for human innovation. Finally, the course looks to the future, introducing students to foreseeable improvements to current technology and visionary breakthroughs like artificial intelligence, quantum security, and biological processors. At the completion of this course, students will have a basic understanding of the past, present and future of computer technology.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 The Past of Computer Technology
- Unit 2 Present Day Computer Technology
- Unit 3 The Future of Computer Technology
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the field of sports medicine. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will be introduced to the field of sports medicine. Students will learn about sports medicine, including careers and basic concepts and techniques. Students will learn about the human body and different types of training programs. Finally, students will learn about sports injuries and how they are treated so athletes are able to compete again. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and an appreciation for the field of sports medicine and its applications.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Terminology
- Unit 2 The Human Machine and Training
- Unit 3 Sports Injuries/Conditions and Treatments
This course provides students with a survey of the impact of physics, biomechanics, and physiology on modern day sports. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each unit is structured around a key concept as outlined below. Students are assessed after each lesson and are given an exam at the end of each unit.
Each unit of Sports Science will cover the same fourteen sports from the perspective of the listed sciences. The first unit will describe the role physics plays in a variety of sports, from the aerodynamics involved in auto racing to the force behind a boxer’s right hook. The next unit investigates the biomechanics of these sports, discussing concepts like the contortion of a gymnast’s body and the cause of tennis elbow. The last unit focuses on the limits of the human body, describing the energy used by cyclists during a mountain climb through the Alps and the reaction time required to hit a 90 miles per hour fastball. Overall, the course presents engaging information that will forever change the way students look at world-class athletes and competition.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 The Physics of Sports
- Unit 2 The Biomechanics of Sports
- Unit 3 The Physiology of Sports
This course is designed to provide students with an interesting overview of the most influential scientists in history - the superstars of science. The course consists of one part, which is divided into three, fifteen-lesson units. Each unit of the course is structured around a central concept. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Superstars of Science will help students appreciate the accomplishments and impact on today’s society of forty-five different scientists. This course is organized sequentially, covering scientists who lived in Ancient Greece through those who are still alive and working today. This timeline structure allows students to see how science is cumulative in nature and how the discoveries and inventions of every scientist are influenced by past breakthroughs. It is commonly said that every great scientist stands on the shoulders of those in the past, and this course explores that concept. The biography of each scientist, one per lesson, includes not only their contributions to their field, but also the context of their work at the time and the reaction of the world to their groundbreaking ideas. At the completion of this course, students will have an understanding of the work of important scientists and their cumulative impact on modern science.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 The Superstars of Science - 500 BC to 1625 AD
- Unit 2 The Superstars of Science - 1625 AD to 1825 AD
- Unit 3 The Superstars of Science - 1825 AD to 2008 AD
Social Studies
American History is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging profile of the history of the United States of America from the end of the Civil War in 1865 to the height of the Cold War in 1980. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based on a central concept. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course is organized as a journey through the key events that have shaped America as a nation since the divisive and destructive Civil War. The journey begins with the Reconstruction, then passes through the great migration westward, exploring how the Industrial Revolution and waves of immigration fueled the flames of the American spirit today. The course details how equality did not come easily for populations of American Indians, African Americans, immigrants, and women, and how the core values of the founding fathers eventually prevailed and led to the Women’s Suffrage and Civil Rights Movements. The impact of war is closely investigated in the course, with units covering the role of the United States in World War I, Word War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the events and people who have impacted the growth of a nation.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course covers the time period from 1865 to 1890. Beginning with the Reconstruction and rebirth of the southern states as part of “one nation under God,” the first unit describes the political alliances that evolved as the country moved forward following the Civil War. It then explores the expansion of the country geographically as the population moved to the west and risked everything to find new opportunities and better lives. Finally, the third unit focuses on the vast economic growth of the nation as the leaders of industry both capitalized on and preyed upon the American work ethic.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Reconstruction
- Part 1 Unit 2 Western Expansion
- Part 1 Unit 3 Business and Labor
Part 2 Description
The time period from 1890 to 1914 is the focus of this part of the course. As the United States quickly became a powerhouse of industry, the world sent their huddled masses to begin new lives in the land of opportunity. The second unit describes how this rapid and unregulated growth led to a system that would soon be crushed under its own weight unless reformed by the rule of law. These laws reflected the American ideal of fairness and represented a major crossroads in the history of the nation dedicated to upholding the vision of its founding fathers. The third unit then details a period of time during which the United States was engaged with the rest of the world in hopes of protecting the interests of the nation and the freedoms of its diverse people.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Immigration and American Life
- Part 2 Unit 2 Reform and Organization
- Part 2 Unit 3 American Expansion
Part 3 Description
Part 3 of the course covers the time period from 1914 to 1945. It describes the events leading up to and causing the United States’ involvement in World War I and the global impact of its involvement. The first unit also details the effects that the war had on the home front, as the population sacrificed many core values during the Red Scare that followed the war. This was also an economically devastating time; students will investigate the causes, challenges, and leadership of the Great Depression. Finally, the third unit explains the American resurrection from despair to lead the world in the fight against totalitarianism in World War II.
- Part 3 Unit 1 World War I and the Red Scare
- Part 3 Unit 2 The Great Depression
- Part 3 Unit 3 Recovery and World War II
Part 4 Description
This part of the course covers the time period from 1945 to 1980 when America was at its strongest following World War II. The first unit investigates the reality of suppression experienced by the minority populations left out of much of the American dream. The second unit describes how the country returned to its core values during the Civil Rights Movement in hopes of bringing rights and freedoms to all United States citizens. The course concludes with an overview of the Vietnam War, the political failures that followed, and the leadership and values that brought the nation through this difficult time.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Postwar Tension
- Part 4 Unit 2 Individual Freedoms
- Part 4 Unit 3 War, Scandal, and New Hope
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at early American history from the impact of the early Spanish explorers through the Civil War. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn about key events of European exploration and colonization of the Americas. Students will learn about the establishment of the United States as an independent country, the importance of the US Constitution, and the impact of the Constitution on the continued development of the country. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the early history of the United States.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Establishment of the United States - 1495-1783
- Unit 2 Importance of the Constitution - 1781-1860
- Unit 3 Growth, Expansion and Federal Power - 1800-1865
This course engages students in a comprehensive study of Macroeconomics and is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based on a central concept. Graded assessments follow each lesson and an exam concludes each unit.
In this Macroeconomics course, students will study the branch of economics that deals with the performance, structure, and behavior of a national or regional economy as a whole. Along with microeconomics, macroeconomics is one of the two most general fields in economics. Macroeconomists study aggregated indicators such as GDP, unemployment rates, and price indices in order to understand how the whole economy functions. Upon completing this course, students will recognize the events and people who have impacted the growth of macroeconomics.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course teaches students the meaning and importance of macroeconomics. Students will also learn how the money supply is measured in the United States and how to evaluate the budget deficit and national debt. Finally, students will learn about different types of taxes and their benefits and burdens.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Basic Economic Concepts
- Part 1 Unit 2 Measurements of Economic Performance
- Part 1 Unit 3 National Economic and Price Determination
Part 2 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about different types of financial institutions and their functions. Students will also learn about the effects and causes of rising costs and inflation. Finally, students will evaluate how imports and exports impact the United States and its trading partners.
- Part 2 Unit 1 The Financial Sector
- Part 2 Unit 2 Inflation, Unemployment, and Stabilization
- Part 2 Unit 3 The Global Economy
This course is a comprehensive and engaging profile of Microeconomics and is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based on a central concept. Graded assessments follow each lesson and an exam concludes each unit.
In this microeconomics course, students will learn all about the basic structure of economics and how it affects world events and the everyday lives of people. Upon completing this course, students will have a better understanding of personal finance, the role and process of taxation and the risks and rewards of investment.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course teaches students the basics of economics. Students will discuss the need for economic systems. Also, students will closely examine the concept of supply and demand and the consumer theory. Finally, students will evaluate past and present occupation trends.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Basic Economic Concepts
- Part 1 Unit 2 Supply and Demand
- Part 1 Unit 3 Consumer Theory and Employment
Part 2 Description
In this part of the course, students will begin by comparing the mixed economies of various nations. Next, students will learn about traditional, command, and market economies. Finally, students will examine government regulations of the economy and learn how the government redistributes income.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Production Costs
- Part 2 Unit 2 Market Structure and Factor Markets
- Part 2 Unit 3 Market Failure and the Role of the Government
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at psychology. The course is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn about psychology, including the concepts and tools used to assess intelligence, sensation and perception, memory, motivation and emotion, and learning. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for psychology and how it affects everyone.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1, students will learn what psychology is, and will gain a basic understanding of the various schools of thought in the field. They will learn about sensation and perception and gain a better understanding of our senses. Students will also learn about classical and cognitive conditioning and the social learning theory.
- Part 1 Unit 1 What is Psychology?
- Part 1 Unit 2 Sensation and Perception
- Part 1 Unit 3 Learning
Part 2 Description
In Part 2, students will continue to broaden their understanding of psychology. They will learn about types of memory, memory storage and ways to improve memory. Students will learn about intelligence, including the Intelligence Quotient and theories of intelligence. Finally, they will learn about emotions, motivation, and the theories developed to describe these concepts.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Memory
- Part 2 Unit 2 Intelligence
- Part 2 Unit 3 Emotion and Motivation
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at sociology. The course is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn about sociology, including the concepts and tools used to understand individuality, social structure, inequality, family structure and education, economics and politics, and social change. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for sociology and how it affects everyone.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1, students will learn what sociology is, and will gain a basic understanding of the various schools of thought in the field. They will learn about individualism. They will also learn about social structure and the impact of inequality on both individuals and society.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Individual
- Part 1 Unit 2 Social Structure
- Part 1 Unit 3 Social Inequality
Part 2 Description
In Part 2, students will continue to broaden their understanding of sociology. They will learn about family structure and the impact of education on society. Students will learn about economic systems and the major characteristics of the American political system. Finally, they will learn about social change, including theories, causes, and the impact of on society.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Family and Education
- Part 2 Unit 2 Economic and Political
- Part 2 Unit 3 Social Change
This stimulating course offers students a comprehensive examination of the U.S. government. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units focuses on a central concept. Students will find graded assessments following each lesson and an exam ends each unit of the course.
Students enrolled in U.S. Government will explore the evolution of American democracy from its birth in the 18th century to the expansive role of the federal, state and local administrations of today. Topics like changes to the Constitution, the function of Supreme Court, the structure of Congress, and the importance of the media are investigated in order to give students a well-supported background of the reasons for and responsibilities of government. The relationship between the political parties and lobbyists is detailed, as well as the processes of monitoring and funding federal elections. Finally, students will learn about the roles of state and local governments and the direct impact these organizations have on our daily lives. At the completion of this course, students will have a knowledge of and appreciation for the workings and history of the US Government and its impact on American Society.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course focuses on the roots of government. Students will learn to understand the importance of and need for government. Also, students will then learn about the Constitution and its necessity in the United States. Last, students will learn about the checks and balances inherent to the federal government system.
- Part 1 Unit 1 The Birth of a Democracy
- Part 1 Unit 2 The New Constitution
- Part 1 Unit 3 The Balance of Power
Part 2 Description
This part of the course covers the Supreme Court and Presidency and how both operate. Students will also learn about how the executive branch works. Next, students will learn about interest groups and lobbyists and what roles that they play in the U.S. government. The final unit of this part focuses on the history of political parties and how they function.
- Part 2 Unit 1 The Presidency and Supreme Court
- Part 2 Unit 2 Congressional Committees and Lobbyists
- Part 2 Unit 3 Political Parties
Part 3 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about the electoral process and how candidates are chosen to run for elections. In Unit 2, students will define and discuss the role of the media and how it influences public opinion. Finally, students will review the structure of the Constitution and its role as a living document.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Elections
- Part 3 Unit 2 The Media
- Part 3 Unit 3 The Constitutional Amendments
Part 4 Description
This part of the course will define common law and allow students to understand its origin. Next, students will learn about the various types of revenue, including taxes, which are used to operate the federal government. The last unit of Part 4 focuses on state government authority and the different types of local and municipal governments.
- Part 4 Unit 1 The Rule of Law
- Part 4 Unit 2 Funding
- Part 4 Unit 3 State and Local Government
This course is designed to illustrate the world’s geographical division, the documentation of the land and water masses by topographers and geographers, and the differences between Earth and the other planets in our solar system. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a main concept. Graded assessments follow each lesson and an exam is found at the end of each part of the course.
Not only will the course discuss the world’s physical traits, but it also highlights cultural differences between countries. While each country has its different norms, they all contribute to the world’s international relations. Studying geography allows students to determine energy usage and how to make the most of our planet without abusing its resources. Each section of World Geography can be examined historically, culturally, physically, and economically, offering students diverse knowledge and understanding of the world.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course details the basics of studying geography. Beginning with the solar system, the first unit describes Earth’s position in relationship to other planets and the sun, and the effects of the Earth’s rotation and revolution. Next, students will study the physical processes inside Earth that build up the land and create landforms. In this unit, students will also recognize important trends in world population. Finally, the third unit focuses on North America and the changes that this region is experiencing today.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Earth’s Structure and Climate
- Part 1 Unit 2 Resources and Population
- Part 1 Unit 3 North America
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of the course begins with a study of the economic, political, and social conditions in Central and South America. The second unit jumps across the Atlantic Ocean and into Western and Central Europe, highlighting the many historical events that have impacted this part of the world. The third unit then details the main geographical features of Southern and Eastern Europe and the important historical events that have shaped the countries of these regions.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Central and South America
- Part 2 Unit 2 Western and Central Europe
- Part 2 Unit 3 Southern and Eastern Europe
Part 3 Description
The first unit focuses on Central Asia and the Middle East, areas facing significant economic problems. This part of the course includes challenges people faced while these regions were being developed. Unit 2 focuses on the diverse geography, cultures, and peoples of Africa. Students will investigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the African landscape and how the governments there serve the citizens of the various African nations. The final unit of Part 3 moves to a study of Australia and New Zealand, and students will discover the background and history that led to the societies found in this region of the world.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Central Asia and the Middle East
- Part 3 Unit 2 Africa
- Part 3 Unit 3 Australia and New Zealand
Part 4 Description
The final part of the course focuses on the fastest growing regions on Earth. Unit 1 explores the vast continent of India, detailing the physical characteristics and the ancient cultural relationships of the people living there. Unit 2 moves to China, a country quickly becoming an economic powerhouse in ways that challenge the traditions of both ancient and modern culture. The course concludes with a survey of the countries of Southeast Asia, describing the resources and economies of the area as well as the contrast between the democracies of the region and totalitarian regime of North Korea.
- Part 4 Unit 1 India
- Part 4 Unit 2 China
- Part 4 Unit 3 Southeast Asia
This course provides students with a comprehensive, engaging profile of World History. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based on a central concept. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
This course is organized as a journey through the historical events that have shaped the modern world. The material is organized sequentially, exploring history from 1400 AD to the present day. The course focuses on the leaders of the world’s most influential countries and the impact that their decisions and innovation had on the populace. Topics covered include the Renaissance, the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, and the World Wars. At the completion of this course, students will be enlightened to the relationship between past historical events and the characteristics of the present-day world.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course covers the time period from 1400 to 1650. Beginning with the Renaissance, students will explore Rome, learning about this great rebirth. Then, students will travel through Europe and learn about the Reformation. Later in Part 1, students will meet kings and queens, explorers and conquistadors, and emperors and warriors as they sail back and forth across the Atlantic Ocean and learn about the struggle for power.
- Part 1 Unit 1 The Renaissance
- Part 1 Unit 2 The Reformation
- Part 1 Unit 3 The Struggle for Power
Part 2 Description
This part of the course covers the time period from 1650 to 1914. Students will learn about the thinkers who used reason to improve society. These enlightened people include rulers, writers, and composers. Next, students will explore the march of the revolutionaries in search of freedom. Finally, students will learn about factories and how the industrial revolution changed the lives of workers.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Revolutions in England and France
- Part 2 Unit 2 The Industrial Revolution and Enlightenment
- Part 2 Unit 3 A World in Transition
Part 3 Description
Part 3 of the course covers the time period from 1914 to 1945. Students will learn how World War I began in 1914 and what happened during the four years of the war. In this unit, students also investigate the Russian Revolution. Next, students will learn about the establishment of communism and the Soviet Union. In addition, students learn how nationalism and difficult economic times led to the rise of dictatorships, including the Nazi takeover of Germany. Last, students will understand how these changes affected Europe and Asia and set the stage for World War II.
- Part 3 Unit 1 World War I
- Part 3 Unit 2 The Postwar Period
- Part 3 Unit 3 World War II
Part 4 Description
The final part of this course covers the time period from 1945 to present day. Students will take a trip around the world, stopping at many places along the way. The first stops are in Europe and Africa, where students will learn about the different governmental systems and the different cultures of the countries of these two parts of the world. The next stops are the Middle East and Asia, where students will learn about the social, political, and economic changes in these regions. The last stop on the trip around the world is the Americas, where students will investigate the social, political, and economic changes that have taken place in North America, South America, and Latin America.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Europe and Africa
- Part 4 Unit 2 Middle East and Asia
- Part 4 Unit 3 The Americas
World Languages
This course is designed to teach students the basics of the Chinese language and culture. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Students will start by learning how to pronounce the alphabet and numbers; by the end of the course, students will be able to carry on a conversation in Chinese and will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the Chinese people, Chinese culture, and the Chinese language.
Part 1 Description
Part 1 of this course introduces students to basic Chinese vocabulary. In the first unit of this part, students will learn how to speak about themselves in Chinese. Unit 2 introduces students to words and phrases that will help them in describing family members and relationships. Finally, Unit 3 focuses on teaching students how to pronounce and use vocabulary for common items.
- Part 1 Unit 1 All About You
- Part 1 Unit 2 Family
- Part 1 Unit 3 All Things Considered
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of this course expands students’ knowledge of Chinese vocabulary. In Unit 1 of this part of the course, students will learn expressions and vocabulary related to school. Next, Unit 2 helps students in learning vocabulary dealing with different modes of transportation. In the last unit of Part 2, students will learn some common vocabulary for the weather and for the seasons of the year.
- Part 2 Unit 1 School
- Part 2 Unit 2 Getting Around
- Part 2 Unit 3 Seasons and Weather
Part 3 Description
Part 3 helps students build their Chinese vocabulary, while helping improve their fluency in the language. In Unit 1 of the course, students will learn vocabulary and phrases related to talking about their friends. Unit 2 focuses on teaching students to use vocabulary and phrases pertaining to different hobbies and interests. In the final unit of Part 3, students will learn terminology
for dates, times, and information on calendars.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Talking About Friends
- Part 3 Unit 2 Hobbies and Interests
- Part 3 Unit 3 Dates, Time, and the Calendar
Part 4 Description
The final part in this course allows students to use information learned in prior parts while giving them new opportunities to learn more about Chinese culture and Chinese language. In Unit 1 of Part 4 of the course, students will learn how to give someone directions. Next, students will also learn common terms and expressions related to daily activities. The final unit in Part 4 of this course teaches students to express best wishes and happy birthday.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Directions
- Part 4 Unit 2 Daily Activities
- Part 4 Unit 3 Happy Birthday
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging profile of the Chinese language, while building upon the content that was learned in Chinese I. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based on a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course is organized as a journey through the different regions of China. Students will be immersed in the language, while learning various cultural aspects of China. The course will provide students with a comprehensive review of Chinese vocabulary and common expressions, while adding to their knowledge by increasing the detail with which they use the language. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the Chinese language, including the events and people that have impacted its growth.
Part 1 Description
Part 1 of this journey focuses on the culture of northern China and includes a review of common greetings and farewells used in travel. In the first unit of this part of the course, students will begin their journey through China. The second unit focuses on the first major stop on the journey, which is Beijing. Unit 3 is a continuation of the journey, focusing on other northern parts of China.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Begin a Journey to China
- Part 1 Unit 2 Beijing
- Part 1 Unit 3 The Northern Part of China
Part 2 Description
The journey through China continues in Part 2 of this course as students explore the customs and cultures around The Great Wall of China, the Yangtse River, and Shanghai. In the first unit, students will learn about the famous Great Wall of China. The Yangtse River is the second stop in this part of the course. Finally, students end up in Shanghai, one of the busiest cities in the world.
- Part 2 Unit 1 The Great Wall
- Part 2 Unit 2 The Yangtse River
- Part 2 Unit 3 Bustling Shanghai
Part 3 Description
Part 3 of this course focuses on the cultural aspects of China’s ancient cities, Guangzhou, and various Chinese festivals. The first unit allows students the opportunity to explore the ancient cities of China. The southern Chinese city of Guangzhou is the focus of the second unit of this part of the course. Finally, students will learn about the numerous Chinese festivals and their significance to the Chinese culture.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Ancient Cities of China
- Part 3 Unit 2 Guangzhou
- Part 3 Unit 3 Chinese Festivals
Part 4 Description
The journey through China ends in Part 4 of this course; this part focuses on the body, illness, medicine, Hong Kong and Macau, and Taiwan Island. In Unit 1 of Part 4, students will learn common vocabulary and expressions related to parts of the body, illness, and medicine. Next, students will travel to Hong Kong and Macau, two special administrative regions of China, and learn about the cultures of those regions. Finally, students will explore the culture of Taiwan.
- Part 4 Unit 1 The Body, Illness, and Medicine
- Part 4 Unit 2 Hong Kong & Macau
- Part 4 Unit 3 The Taiwan Island
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the French language and culture. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course
Students will start by learning how to pronounce the alphabet and numbers and by the end of the course, students will be able to carry on a conversation in French. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the French culture and the French language and will have built a foundation for further study of the language.
Part 1 Description
Part 1 of this course introduces students to the importance, basics, and origins of the French language. First, students will learn more about French-speaking countries and regions. In Unit 2 of this course, students will continue to learn French by learning the French alphabet, cardinal numbers, how to tell time and how to give the date. Finally, students will learn about different French dialects around the world.
- Part 1 Unit 1 The French Language
- Part 1 Unit 2 You and the Francophone World
- Part 1 Unit 3 Origins
Part 2 Description
Part 2 focuses on using the French language for common use. In Unit 1, students will learn everyday French words and phrases. Next, students will learn about French restaurants and how to order food by using a wide variety of vocabulary words dealing with the culture of French food. Finally, students will learn how to describe family members, rooms in a house, and modes of transportation.
- Part 2 Unit 1 My World
- Part 2 Unit 2 Let’s Eat
- Part 2 Unit 3 Everyday Life
Part 3 Description
Part 3 of this course expands students’ knowledge of the French language and its culture through the study of words and phrases
that can be used for traveling, running errands, and dealing with health issues. Unit 1 in this part of the course teaches students travel terminology through an exploration of Disneyland Paris, the Channel Tunnel, and other Parisian landmarks. Next, students will then learn vocabulary used in shopping and running errands. Finally, students will learn vocabulary words and expressions related to illnesses, pains, and injuries.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Let’s Travel
- Part 3 Unit 2 Running Errands
- Part 3 Unit 3 It Hurts
Part 4 Description
The last part of this course focuses on a variety of topics, including the words and phrases to use for describing cities, education, driving, and music. Students will start off this part of the course by learning vocabulary related to describing places and the city. In Unit 2, students will then learn about driving in France, the French educational system, and vocabulary associated with music. Finally, students will review sentence and grammar structure.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Francophone Places
- Part 4 Unit 2 France and the Francophone World
- Part 4 Unit 3 What Happened?
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the French language and culture. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course is organized as a journey through France and other French-speaking countries and regions. This second level French course takes a historical perspective in teaching the language. Students will learn not only about the French language, but they will also learn about famous people who speak the language. At the completion of this course, students will have gained a deeper knowledge of and appreciation for the French culture and the French language.
Part 1 Description
This part of the course focuses on the study of the French language and culture through French art and music. The use of adjectives, reflexive verbs, and questioning will guide students through these three units. Unit 1 examines 19th century French artists. French artists and musicians of the 20th century is the focus of the second unit of Part 1. Finally, students will study more about French musicians by using vocabulary and phrases associated with French music.
- Part 1 Unit 1 French Artists: 19th Century
- Part 1 Unit 2 French Artists and Musicians: 20th Century
- Part 1 Unit 3 French Musicians
Part 2 Description
Part 2 explores the culture of France through units that focus on fashion, cuisine, and wine. In Unit 1, students will explore French fashion by learning about the House of Dior and the House of Chanel. Next, students will also explore French fashion by learning about the perfume industry in Provence. Finally, students will explore two very important aspects of French culture by learning about the wine and cuisine.
- Part 2 Unit 1 French Fashion
- Part 2 Unit 2 Fashion and Cuisine
- Part 2 Unit 3 Wine and Cuisine
Part 3 Description
In Part 3 of French II, students will study the regions of France, French history, and important women in French history. Unit 1 is an exploration of Normandy, Massif Central, and the Champagne Region. In Unit 2, students will learn about the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and 17th Century France. Finally, students will learn more about the language by learning about Joan of Arc and Eleanor of Aquitaine.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Regions of France
- Part 3 Unit 2 Regions and History
- Part 3 Unit 3 History and Historical Women
Part 4 Description
The last part of this course focuses on men in French history, French government, and modern France. First, students will learn about Voltaire, Charlemagne, and Louis XIV. Students will then explore the French government. The last unit in this course is a study of modern France, which includes the study of French slang and how to use it.
- Part 4 Unit 1 History and Historical Men
- Part 4 Unit 2 French Government in the Francophone World
- Part 4 Unit 3 Modern France
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the French language and culture. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this level three French course, students will take what they have learned in their previous French courses and apply it in conversation.
At the completion of this course, students will have built on their previous skills, and will be able to express themselves through conversation in French.
Part 1 Description
Part 1 of this course allows students to apply the French language to discussions of themselves and others. Unit 1 is an opportunity for students to describe themselves and others by using their knowledge of the French language. In Unit 2, students use the French language to reflect on their lives. The final unit of Part 1 is the chance for students to express their hopes and dreams.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Introducing Me
- Part 1 Unit 2 My life was like this…
- Part 1 Unit 3 My life could be like this...
Part 2 Description
In Part 2 of this course, students continue to gain knowledge of the French culture and language by studying the politics of France, learning to express their emotions, and improving their reading of the French language. First, students will learn about the major political parties in France. In Unit 2, students will learn how to express themselves through discussions of their likes, dislikes, and emotions. Finally, students will learn to retain more of what they read in French by learning how to read with a purpose.
- Part 2 Unit 1 The World and me
- Part 2 Unit 2 I would like to…
- Part 2 Unit 3 Life’s Satisfaction
Part 3 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn how to talk about their home and home town. Students will then review grammar
concepts in order to learn how to express obligation and necessity. Finally, students will review pronouns, articles and negation.
- Part 3 Unit 1 At Home
- Part 3 Unit 2 I Express Myself
- Part 3 Unit 3 I Don’t want to…
Part 4 Description
The final part of French III will help students gain a more practical understanding of everyday French conversation and recognize the aspects of French culture that are part of Quebec. Unit 1 helps students in becoming familiar with idiomatic expressions and how to use them. Next, students will review verbs and adjectives as they apply to everyday French. Finally, students will explore cities in Quebec, a French-speaking Canadian province.
- Part 4 Unit 1 What did you say?
- Part 4 Unit 2 Beats Me!
- Part 4 Unit 3 Let’s Explore Quebec
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the French language and culture. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this level four French course, students will take what they have learned in their previous French courses and put it all together in order to become a Francophone. At the completion of this course, students will have gained the knowledge and skills to speak, read and write in the French language with basic fluency.
Part 1 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about the health risks that obesity has created for young French people. Students will also learn about the 35-hour labor law in France. Next, students will learn to use inversion to form questions. Finally, students will learn to choose between the subjunctive and the indicative and learn alternatives to using the subjunctive.
- Part 1 Unit 1 French in France
- Part 1 Unit 2 French in the World
- Part 1 Unit 3 The Francophone World
Part 2 Description
Part 2 of French IV focuses on the use of texts and articles to teach students about French culture and opinions. Students will also learn to choose between the passé simple and the passé compose. Finally, students will learn how to pluralize compound nouns and review the formation and placement of adverbs.
- Part 2 Unit 1 The French Point of View
- Part 2 Unit 2 Cultural Facts about the French and the Francophone Worlds
- Part 2 Unit 3 The Modern Francophone World
Part 3 Description
In Part 3 of the course, students will learn more about French history by reading about the French Crusades and Renaissance. Students will also learn to become more aware of the errors that English speakers make when trying to speak French. Finally, students will read and learn to understand articles and texts by famous French authors.
- Part 3 Unit 1 French History
- Part 3 Unit 2 Famous and Infamous France
- Part 3 Unit 3 French and Francophone Authors
Part 4 Description
In this final part of French IV, students will learn to read and understand texts written about famous French figures in history. Students will also learn about words that connect ideas in a text. Finally, students will learn about the feminization of the French language.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Great French Historical Figures
- Part 4 Unit 2 Re-inventing France
- Part 4 Unit 3 Great Francophone Historical Figures
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the German language and culture. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Students will start off this first level German course by learning how to pronounce the alphabet and numbers, and will end by carrying
on a conversation in German. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the German people and the German language.
Part 1 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn vocabulary related to common objects and colors. Students will then continue to learn German by learning the German alphabet and cardinal numbers. Students will also learn how to tell time and give the date. Finally, students will learn about vocabulary related to family members and common food items.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Things, Colors and Numbers
- Part 1 Unit 2 Calendar, Money and Shopping
- Part 1 Unit 3 Family, Food and Countries
Part 2 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn helpful expressions related to restaurants. Students will learn about German restaurants and how to order food. A wide variety of vocabulary words will be covered dealing with travel and living in Germany. Finally, students will take a trip through Germany and learn various aspects of the different regions.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Parties, Restaurants and Schedules
- Part 2 Unit 2 Living in Germany
- Part 2 Unit 3 Traveling through Germany
Part 3 Description
In this part of the course, students will explore daily life and learn helpful expressions related to day-to-day activities. Students will then learn about holidays and customs of the German culture. Finally, students will learn about other German speaking countries and famous German people
- Part 3 Unit 1 Every Day Life
- Part 3 Unit 2 Holidays, Customs and Vacation Time
- Part 3 Unit 3 Other German Speaking Countries, Famous People, the Cuisine and Outdoor Markets
Part 4 Description
In the last part of the course, students will learn about famous German art and literature, and famous German and European scientists. Finally, students will take a look back at German history and how it has impacted the way Germans live their lives today.
- Part 4 Unit 1 German Art and Literature
- Part 4 Unit 2 Famous German and European Scientists
- Part 4 Unit 3 Stepping into German History
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging profile of the German language, while building upon what content was learned in German I. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course is organized as a journey through the German language. Students will be immersed in the language, while learning culture aspects of German speaking countries. The course will provide students with a comprehensive review of German grammar while adding to their knowledge by increasing the detail with which they use the language. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the German language, including the events and people that have impacted its growth.
Part 1 Description
In the first part of the course, students will learn vocabulary words and expressions related to sports. Students will learn about soccer and the history of the World Cup. Finally, students will learn helpful expressions and vocabulary related to personal needs.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Sport
- Part 1 Unit 2 Bundesliga and the History of the World Cup
- Part 1 Unit 3 Personal Needs
Part 2 Description
In the second part of the course, students will learn vocabulary words and expressions related to employment. Students will then learn vocabulary and expressions about different types of transportation. Finally, students will learn helpful hints and expressions for carrying on a conversation in German.
- Part 2 Unit 1 My Job
- Part 2 Unit 2 Transportation
- Part 2 Unit 3 Conservation
Part 3 Description
In the third part of the course, students will learn the proper vocabulary needed to express feelings. Students will then investigate German culture. Finally, students will explore cultural differences between Germany and the United States.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Feelings
- Part 3 Unit 2 German Culture
- Part 3 Unit 3 Cultural Differences
Part 4 Description
In the fourth part of the course, students will learn about German universities and how they differ from Universities in the U.S. Students will then learn about student life and helpful vocabulary and expressions related to students. Finally, students will take a virtual trip to Germany and learn about all of the different regions
- Part 4 Unit 1 German Universities
- Part 4 Unit 2 Student Life
- Part 4 Unit 3 Trip to Germany
Japanese I introduces students to the Japanese language and culture. Learning activities in each unit are focused upon a specific theme as outlined below. The course has been carefully designed to meet the standards of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) utilizing a method of teaching that focuses on successful communication through speaking, writing, reading, and listening, as well as a thorough grounding in aspects of Japanese culture. Unit activities blend different forms of communication and course strategies include warm-up activities, vocabulary study, reading, threaded discussions, multi-media presentations, self-checks, practice activities and games, oral and written assignments, projects, quizzes, and exams. Learning activities in each unit are focused upon a specific theme.
*Course material is provided by Aventa Learning
Semester 1 Description
- Greetings, Introductions, Good-byes and Alphabet
- Calendar (days, months, seasons) and Numbers
- Weather
- Time
- Colors
Semester 2 Description
- Familiar objects and places
- Family
- Food
- Pastimes
- School objects and routine
In Japanese II, students dive deeper into the Japanese language and culture, learning more sophisticated vocabulary, and building on the skills learned in Japanese I. The course has been carefully designed to meet the standards of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), utilizing a method of teaching that focuses on successful communication through speaking, writing, reading, and listening, as well as a thorough grounding in aspects of Japanese culture. Unit activities blend different forms of communication and culture to ensure that the student meets all standards. Course strategies include warm-up activities, vocabulary study, reading, threaded discussions, multi-media presentations, self-checks, practice activities and games, oral and written assignments, projects, quizzes, and exams. Learning activities in each unit are focused upon a specific theme as outlined below.
*Course material is provided by Aventa Learning
Semester 1 Description
- Daily routine
- Animals
- Entertainment
- Body parts
- Descriptions: personality, physical traits
Semester 2 Description
- House: rooms, furniture
- Shopping and clothing
- Meals
- Sports and recreation
- Transportation
- All first year topics
Latin I is the introduction to the basics of Latin grammar as well as an introduction to Roman life, culture, mythology, and history. The grammar portion of the course is intended to help students develop the skills necessary to translate basic sentences from Latin to English and English to Latin, and for reading simple connected passages of Latin prose and poetry. The culture portion of the course gives students an overview of ancient Roman culture and history, an overview of some of the more popular Greek and Roman myths.
*Course material is provided by Aventa Learning
Semester 1 Description
In each unit, students will use the unit topic as the subject matter for
studying the language skills indicated.
- Who Are the Romans? – geography, alphabet, diphthongs, numbers, numerals, and functional phrases
- Grammar Connection – parts of speech and grammar rules in English, including noun functions, number, gender, person, verb tense, mood, adjectives, adverbs, and conjunctions
- Roman Architecture – first and second declension nouns, sum, esse, adjectives in Latin
- Roman Life – nominative and accusative forms, noun-adjective agreement, derivatives, 2nd conjugation verbs, and case usage
- Roman History – 3rd declension nouns and adjectives, and vocative case
Semester 2 Description
In each unit, students will use the unit topic as the subject matter for
studying the language skills indicated.
- The Olympian Deities - 3rd, 3rd IO, and 4th conjugations, present, active, and indicative forms of verbs, imperatives, prepositions, prepositional phrases
- Heroes and Monsters - imperfect and irregular, interrogatives, and transitions
- The Trojan War – the dative case, special verbs and dative, verbs and the infinitive, and adverbs
- Metamorphoses and Etiology in Myth - perfect active indicative, personal pronouns, sayings, mottos, and abbreviations
- Letter Writing – composition
In Latin II, students build on the knowledge and skills acquired in Latin I, continuing to examine Latin grammar and pursue deeper study of Roman Mythology and history. The grammar in Latin II reviews topics from Latin I with expanding use of declensions, adjectives, adverbs, and cases. These skills will be used to translate longer Latin texts to English that require more knowledge of grammar rather than just vocabulary recall. In the culture portion of the course students will conduct an in-depth study of The Odyssey, the underworld, the rulers and kings of Rome, and entertainment.
Course objectives are based on the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning. Students will study the below topics and while building the skills to understand and interpret written and spoken Latin, including engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions. Students will also work to demonstrate understanding of the concept of culture through comparisons of Roman culture studied and their own.
*Course material is provided by Aventa Learning
Semester 1 Description
- Jason and the Argonauts
- Myths and the Hero Cycle
- Roman Entertainment
- The Odyssey
- Julius Caesar
Semester 2 Description
- The Underworld
- Antony and Cleopatra
- Caesar Augustus
- The Punic Wars
- Movie Mania
Spanish I is a course designed to introduce students to the Spanish language. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Within each unit, fourteen of the lessons present new information including useful vocabulary and grammatical structures, and introduce relevant cultural information. The last lesson of each unit is a review that outlines the major points of the unit and provides additional practice. Each unit builds on the previous, so it is important to complete the course sequentially.
This introductory course provides a solid foundation for students to build proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing, and will provide students with basic skills and contextual information for using Spanish in their lives daily, with travel, or in their
professions.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1 of this course, students will learn the basics of the Spanish language. Students will recognize cognates, learn the alphabet, and Spanish pronunciation. They will be able to enter and exit a short conversation exchanging name, state of being, age, and origin. Students will be able to introduce someone else and ask simple questions to Spanish speakers. Furthermore, students will be able to state interests and ask others what they like to do. The calendar, weather, and numbers are also presented in Part I.
- Part 1 Unit 1 An Introduction to Spanish
- Part 1 Unit 2 Getting to Know My Friends and Me
- Part 1 Unit 3 What We Like to Do
Part 2 Description
In Part 2 of the course, students will learn to name items in their bedrooms, as well as, how to express what they need, want, and have. In addition, students will learn how to express cost and covert money. They will also learn how to describe people in their lives by personality, basic physical traits, and hair and eye color. Finally, students will learn to use these descriptions within the structure of the family, by learning vocabulary related to family relationships, including: marital status, origin and residency, household obligations, and family celebration.
- Part 2 Unit 1 In Your Room
- Part 2 Unit 2 Descriptions of People and Things
- Part 2 Unit 3 The Family
Part 3 Description
In Part 3 of the course, students will learn expressions about their daily surroundings. Students will be able to list places in their neighborhoods, tell where those places are located, and what is typically purchased or done in those locations. The school is a focus as one of the most important parts of their neighborhood. Students will learn about classes, their schedule and school in Spanish speaking countries.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Your Neighborhood
- Part 3 Unit 2 Your Classes
- Part 3 Unit 3 Your School and Schedule
Part 4 Description
In Part 4, students will learn about some of their favorite things: food and clothes. The unit concentrates on building food vocabulary so that students can use this vocabulary to discuss healthy living and restaurant ordering. Students also concentrate on clothing vocabulary. The expectation is for students to use this vocabulary to try on clothes, shop in a department store, and make purchases
- Part 4 Unit 1 Lots of Food
- Part 4 Unit 2 The Restaurant
- Part 4 Unit 3 Clothing and Shopping
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging profile of the Spanish language, while building upon what content was learned in Spanish I. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Students will be immersed in the language, while learning culture aspects of Spanish speaking countries. The course will provide students with a comprehensive review of Spanish grammar while adding to their knowledge by increasing the detail with which they use the language. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the Spanish language, including the events and people that have impacted its growth.
Part 1 Description
In the first part of the course, students will learn vocabulary words and expressions related to the home and things that you will do at home. Students will learn the verbs that will allow them to express their interests and actions. At the end of Part 1, students will learn helpful expressions and vocabulary words that they will need to know when traveling.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Home Life
- Part 1 Unit 2 Interests and Activities
- Part 1 Unit 3 Travel
Part 2 Description
In the second part of the course, students will learn vocabulary words and expressions related to parts of the body and healthy living. Students will learn the verbs that will allow them to express the act of traveling. At the end of Part 2, students will learn helpful expressions and vocabulary words that they can use during school and studying.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Healthy Living
- Part 2 Unit 2 Taking a Trip
- Part 2 Unit 3 School and Studies
Part 3 Description
In the third part of the course, students will learn how to express past actions and events, including the verbs that will allow them to ask what someone did in the past. At the end of Part 3, students will learn helpful expressions and vocabulary words that they can use to say what someone used to do.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Talking about the past
- Part 3 Unit 2 What did you do?
- Part 3 Unit 3 What you used to do
Part 4 Description
In the fourth part of the course, students will learn expressions about relationships and celebrations. Students will learn vocabulary words that will allow them to talk about nature and the environment. At the end of the course, students will learn how to express the future in a conversation.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Relationships and Celebration
- Part 4 Unit 2 Nature and The Environment
- Part 4 Unit 3 The Future
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the Spanish language and culture. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this level three Spanish course, students will take what they have learned in their previous Spanish courses and apply it in
conversation. At the completion of this course, students will have built on their previous skills, and will be able to express themselves through conversation in Spanish.
Part 1 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about the school systems in Spanish-speaking countries. Students will also learn common vocabulary and helpful expressions related to careers, job skills, and resumes. Finally, students will learn about technology and technological terms in Spanish.
- Part 1 Unit 1 University Education in the Spanish-Speaking World
- Part 1 Unit 2 Careers, Job Skills and Resumes
- Part 1 Unit 3 Technology and the Professional World
Part 2 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about popular sports in the Spanish culture. Students will also learn about traditional pastimes and their cultural significance in the Spanish world. Finally, students will learn about many Hispanic sport legends.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Popular Sports in the Spanish-Speaking World
- Part 2 Unit 2 Traditional Pastimes
- Part 2 Unit 3 Hispanic Legends in the World of Sports
Part 3 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about the geography of Spanish-speaking countries, origins of the Spanish language, and how Spanish-speaking countries actually came to speak Spanish. Finally, students will learn about indigenous groups in the Spanish-speaking world.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Geography of Hispanic World
- Part 3 Unit 2 Origins of Spanish Language
- Part 3 Unit 3 Indigenous Groups
Part 4 Description
In this final part of the course, students will be introduced to Spanish language literature of different genres, and will learn common vocabulary related to literature. Students will also learn about specific Spanish and Latin American literature, as well as their authors. Finally, students will learn about famous canonical authors.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Introduction to Literature and Genres
- Part 4 Unit 2 Spanish and Latin American Literature – Colonial and Independence Periods
- Part 4 Unit 3 Canonical Authors
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at the Spanish language and culture. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this level four Spanish course, students will take what they have learned in their previous Spanish courses and put it all together in order to become a great Spanish speaker. At the completion of this course, students will have gained the knowledge and skills to speak, read and write in the Spanish language with basic fluency.
Part 1 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about the various countries and regions that speak Spanish, their culture, traditions and ways of life. Students will also review common vocabulary, grammar and expressions.
- Part 1 Unit 1 El Caribe
- Part 1 Unit 2 Los Andes
- Part 1 Unit 3 México
Part 2 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about more countries and regions that speak Spanish and the history of the language in these countries and regions. Students will also review more vocabulary, grammar and conversational expressions.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Centroamérica
- Part 2 Unit 2 El Cono Sur
- Part 2 Unit 3 España
Part 3 Description
In this part of the course, students will learn about the globalization of Latin America. Students will learn about the culture and traditions of Latin Americans. Students will also learn more about the Spanish language by exploring different types of technology and technological terms.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Globalización y América Latina
- Part 3 Unit 2 La comunicación y la tecnología
- Part 3 Unit 3 El cine y la televisión
Part 4 Description
In this final part of the course, students will learn about economic and social issues that some Spanish speaking countries face daily. Students will also take a look at tourism and helpful hints when traveling to a Spanish speaking country followed by a review of helpful vocabulary and expressions related to traveling. Finally, students will review more Spanish by exploring the future and what the world could be like.
- Part 4 Unit 1 La economía y los problemas sociales
- Part 4 Unit 2 El turismo y los viajes
- Part 4 Unit 3 El mundo en el futuro
Electives
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at chemical engineering. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn the basic concepts used in chemical engineering, including systems of units, the periodic table of the elements, molecules, compounds, bonding, temperature and pressure. Students will learn about chemical systems and reactions, including stoichiometry, open and closed systems, multiple components systems, and chemical reactions. Finally, students will understand gases and gas laws, pressure, systems, energy, and enthalpy. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of chemical engineering and its importance.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Introduction to Chemical Engineering
- Unit 2 Systems and Reactions
- Unit 3 Gases, Pressures, Systems, and Energy
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at computer engineering. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn the basic concepts used in computer engineering, including the basic parts of a computer, how information is quantified, organized and used, and different types of information. Students will learn about information compression and information theory, including different types of coding, the theory of sound, and how sound is converted into a signal. Finally, students will learn about applications of computer engineering, including digital telephones, real-time data transmission, band limits, different types of systems, and information security. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of computer engineering and its importance.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Introduction to Computer Engineering
- Unit 2 Information Theory, Coding and Sound
- Unit 3 Computer Engineering Applications
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at electrical engineering. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn the basic concepts used in electrical engineering, including an introduction to electricity, circuits, energy, work, power, the components of circuits, and some simple applications of electricity. Students will learn basic circuit concepts, including series and parallel circuits, laws of electricity, and how circuits are used. Finally, students will learn about real life applications
of circuits, including everyday items such as on/off switches. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of electrical engineering and its importance.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Introduction to Electrical Engineering
- Unit 2 Basic Circuit Concepts
- Unit 3 Electrical Engineering Applications
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at fitness. The course is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
This course will provide up-to-date information to help students in establishing healthier lifestyles and a better understanding of the close relationship between physical activity, nutrition, and overall health. This course will support and encourage students to develop an individual optimum level of physical fitness, acquire knowledge of physical fitness concepts, and understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for fitness and how it affects everyone.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1 of this course, students will learn about overall fitness, including how different types of food, a healthy diet, and good nutrition all play important roles in being fit and healthy. Students will also learn how to develop a personal fitness plan and will understand how the body gets energy through exercise.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Introduction
- Part 1 Unit 2 Exercise and the Body
- Part 1 Unit 3 Food and the Body
Part 2 Description
In Part 2, students will learn how disease is directly related to the treatment of injuries. They will also learn the importance of taking preventative measures to avoid injuries. Students will gain a better understanding of a variety of diseases and risk factors associated with diseases. Finally, to finish up the course, students will learn ways to maintain lifetime wellness.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Prevention
- Part 2 Unit 2 Disease
- Part 2 Unit 3 Lifetime Wellness
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at health and wellness. The course is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
The course is organized as a journey through health today. Today, the term health no longer means just the absence of illness. Instead, health refers to the overall well-being of your body, your mind, and your relationships with other people. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for health and wellness and how it affects everyone.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1, students will learn about health and wellness and why healthy living should be important to them. Students will learn what makes healthy fitness plan, why sleep is important, and how to follow the food pyramid. Finally, students will learn about diseases and disorders and how they attack the body.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Principles of Overall Health & Wellness
- Part 1 Unit 2 Physical Health: Increase Your Health IQ
- Part 1 Unit 3 Disease and Disorders: When the Body Malfunctions
Part 2 Description
In Part 2, students will learn about emotional and mental health and how they directly relate to self-esteem and depression. During Unit 2, students will also learn about drug use and drug abuse and the differences between the two. Finally, students will learn about the male and female reproductive systems and diseases that affect reproductive health.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Emotional/Mental Health: The Right State of Mind
- Part 2 Unit 2 Drug Use and Abuse
- Part 2 Unit 3 Reproductive Health for a Healthy You
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at HyperText Markup Language (HTML). The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will be introduced to HTML and its use in web programming. Students will learn about the basic elements required to build a website, including lists, tables, frames, and other web design elements. Students will learn how to design and use cascading style sheets to enhance a webpage. Finally, students will learn and apply basic web design and layout principles, including testing and publishing a website. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for HTML and its impact.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Beginning HTML
- Unit 2 Cascading Style Sheets
- Unit 3 Layout, Design and Upload
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at music theory. The course is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will be immersed into the world of music. They will learn about music theory, including the different types of musical staffs. Students will also learn about different notes, scales, and chords. At the completion of this course, students will have gained a knowledge of and appreciation for music theory.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1 of this course, students will develop a strong understanding of music. Students will explore music theory and what it means. They will learn the basics of music that include notes, scales, staffs, clefs, intervals, and accidentals. Students will end Part 1 by learning about major and minor scales and the similarities
and differences between the two.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Music Theory & Musical Dynamics
- Part 1 Unit 2 In the Music
- Part 1 Unit 3 Major and Minor
Part 2 Description
In Part 2, students will continue to study scales and the similarities and differences between them. Students will then learn about different types of chords and harmonies. Next, students will learn about neighboring, passing, and escape notes and when to use each. Students will end the course by learning all about melodic structure.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Scales Anyone?
- Part 2 Unit 2 Chords, Dominants, and Notes…Oh My!
- Part 2 Unit 3 Melodic Structure
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at Microsoft® Office. The course is divided into four distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
Students will learn the basics of the following Office Applications: Word, Excel®, Access®, and PowerPoint®. Students will learn how to use each application in detail and how to make the applications work for them. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for Microsoft® Office and how they can use these applications.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1, students will learn the basics of Microsoft® Word. Students will recognize the uses and benefits of using Microsoft® Word. Students will learn all of the steps in creating, saving, and customizing Word documents in order to meet their own needs and the requirements of class projects and assignments.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Microsoft® Word – Working with Documents
- Part 1 Unit 2 Microsoft® Word – Editing and Proofreading
Documents - Part 1 Unit 3 Microsoft® Word – Changing the Appearance
of Text
Part 2 Description
In Part 2, students will learn about Microsoft Excel®. Students will learn the various uses for Microsoft Excel® and recognize its application in their own personal work. By the end of this part of the course, students will be able to create, save, and customize Excel® workbooks for personal and school use.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Microsoft Excel® – Setting Up a Workbook
- Part 2 Unit 2 Microsoft Excel® – Performing Calculations
on Data - Part 2 Unit 3 Microsoft Excel® – Changing Document
Appearance
Part 3 Description
In Part 3 of this course, students will focus on Microsoft Access ®, its many uses and how it can be applied in their own lives. Students will be able to create, save, and customize an Access® database and apply its use in their education and personal use.
- Part 3 Unit 1 Microsoft Access® – Creating a New Database
- Part 3 Unit 2 Microsoft Access® – Simplifying Data Entrywith Forms
- Part 3 Unit 3 Microsoft Access® – Locating Specific
Information and Keeping it Accurate
Part 4 Description
Microsoft PowerPoint® is the focus of Part 4 of this course. Through instruction, students will recognize the value of Microsoft PowerPoint®. By the end of Part 4 of this course, students will be able to create, save, and customize PowerPoint® presentations for both school and personal use.
- Part 4 Unit 1 Microsoft PowerPoint® – Basics
- Part 4 Unit 2 Microsoft PowerPoint® – Creating a
Presentation - Part 4 Unit 3 Microsoft PowerPoint® – Customizing
your Presentation
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at JAVA™. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will be introduced to the JAVA™ programming language and its use in programming. Students will learn about the JAVA™ language, how programs work, basic programming tools used to design web applications, and how to write a basic program. Students will learn about arrays, objects, creating behavior with methods, forming an inheritance hierarchy, and designing and creating subclasses and superclasses. Finally, students will apply what they have learned to build user interfaces and use input and output streams to move data. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the JAVA™ programming language.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Learning the Basics of Programming
- Unit 2 Object-Oriented Programming
- Unit 3 Creating a User Interface and Multimedia Programs
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at life skills. The course is divided into two distinct parts, each consisting of three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central theme as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course
Life Skills is a comprehensive career-development course for high school students making the transition to life after high school. From maintaining a healthy body and a safe home to finding and keeping a job, this course prepares young adults for a successful life after high school. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for these important life skills.
Part 1 Description
In Part 1, students will learn about common illnesses, how to protect themselves from injury and disease and how to choose a doctor. Students will then learn about the many decisions that they will need to make when setting up a household. Also, students will learn about the skills that they need to have healthy and successful social relationships.
- Part 1 Unit 1 Healthy Lifestyle
- Part 1 Unit 2 Household Responsibility and Finances
- Part 1 Unit 3 Social Skills and Transition Areas
Part 2 Description
In Part 2 of this course, students will learn how to choose an occupation that fits their abilities and interests, and the skills needed in an effective job search. Students will also learn how choose the right college, how to apply to that college, and how to get financial aid to attend college. Finally, students will learn the importance of physical fitness, exercise, and healthy eating.
- Part 2 Unit 1 Preparing for Life After High School
- Part 2 Unit 2 Employment
- Part 2 Unit 3 Nutrition and Health
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and engaging look at mechanical engineering. The course consists of one part containing three, fifteen-lesson units. Each of the units is based around a central concept as outlined below. Students will find graded assessments after each lesson and an exam at the end of each unit of the course.
In this course, students will learn the basic concepts used in mechanical engineering, including systems of units, vectors, forces, moments, force systems, couples, and equilibrium problems. Students will learn about the methods of joints and sections, define centroids, explain distributed loads, explain center of mass and axes, and state the Pappus-Guldinus theorems. Finally, students will learn about dry friction, beams, cables, load distribution, pressure, and potential energy. At the completion of this course, students will have gained both a knowledge of and appreciation for the field of mechanical engineering and its importance.
Part 1 Description
- Unit 1 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
- Unit 2 Concepts in Mechanical Engineering
- Unit 3 Mechanical Engineering Applications
AP Courses
In AP Biology, students build the conceptual framework necessary to understand science as a process. The course is divided into three sections with correlating laboratory exercises: molecules and cells; heredity and evolution; and organisms and populations. Students will also explore energy transfer, continuity and change, the relationship of structure to function, regulation, interdependence in nature, and the balance of science, technology, and nature. The equivalent of an introductory college-level biology course, AP Biology prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in health sciences. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.
In AP Calculus AB, students learn to understand and model change geometrically and visually (by studying graphs of curves), analytically (by working with mathematical formulas), numerically (by identifying patterns in sets of numbers), and verbally through mathematical proofs. Instead of simply getting the right answer, students learn to evaluate the soundness of proposed solutions and to apply mathematical reasoning to real-world models. Calculus helps scientists, engineers, and financial analysts understand the complex relationships behind real-world phenomena. The equivalent of an introductory college-level calculus course, AP Calculus AB prepares students for the AP Exam and further studies in science, engineering, and mathematics. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.
AP Chemistry builds students’ understanding of the nature and reactivity of matter. After studying the structure of atoms, molecules, and ions, students move on to solve quantitative chemical problems and explore how molecular structure relates to chemical and physical properties. Students will examine the molecular composition of common substances and learn to predictably transform them through chemical reactions. The equivalent of an introductory college-level chemistry course, AP Chemistry prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in science, health sciences, or engineering. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.
In AP English Language and Composition, students learn to understand and analyze complex styles of writing by reading works from a variety of authors. They explore the richness of language, including syntax, imitation, word choice, and tone. They also learn about their own composition style and process, starting with exploration, planning, and writing, and continuing through editing, peer review, rewriting, polishing, and applying what they learn to a breadth of academic, personal, and professional contexts. The equivalent of an introductory college-level survey class, this course prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in communications, creative writing, journalism, literature, and composition. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.
AP English Literature and Composition immerses students in novels, plays, poems, and short stories from various periods. Students read and write daily, using a variety of multimedia and interactive activities, interpretive writing assignments, and class discussions to assess and improve their skills and knowledge. This course places special emphasis on reading comprehension, structural and critical analysis of written works, literary vocabulary, and recognizing and understanding literary devices. The equivalent of an introductory college-level survey class, this course prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in creative writing, communications, journalism, literature, and composition. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.
In AP Macroeconomics, students learn why and how the world economy can change from month to month, how to identify trends in our economy, and how to use those trends to develop performance measures and predictors of economic growth or decline. Students also examine how individuals, institutions, and other economic influencers can impact everyone’s life through employment rates, government spending, inflation, taxes, and production. The equivalent of an introductory-level college class, this course prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in business, political science and history. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.
AP Statistics gives students experience collecting, analyzing, graphing, and interpreting real-world data. They will learn to effectively design and analyze research studies by reviewing and evaluating real research examples taken from daily life. The next time students hear the results from another poll or study, they will be able to understand whether the results are valid. As the art of drawing conclusions from imperfect data and the science of real world uncertainties, statistics plays an important role in many fields. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP Statistics prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in science, sociology, medicine, engineering, political science, geography, and business. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.
AP U.S. Government and Politics studies the operations and structure of the U.S. government and the behavior of the electorate and politicians. Students will gain the analytic perspective necessary to critically evaluate political data, hypotheses, concepts, opinions, and processes. Along the way, they’ll learn how to gather data about political behavior and develop their own theoretical analysis of American politics. They’ll also build the skills they need to examine general propositions about government and politics, and to analyze the specific relationships between political, social, and economic institutions. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP U.S. Government and Politics prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in political science, law, education, business, and history. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.
AP U.S. History analyzes and explores the economic, political, and social changes in America since the landing of Christopher Columbus. Students master historical knowledge and critical analysis, build reading, writing, and communication skills, and discover how historical events have contributed to American culture. In the process, students learn how decisions and events of the past continue to have profound effects on the world today and how knowledge of the causes behind past events can influence future decisions. By the end of the course, students will be ready to put their factual knowledge to work by weighing evidence and interpreting problems presented by historians. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP U.S. History prepares students for the AP Exam and for further study in history, political science, economics, sociology, and law. This course has been authorized by the College Board to use the AP designation.