Course Descriptions

World Area Studies 1 semester 2714

Grade 9-10

Required

Credit: 1

The focus will be on developing an understanding of diverse world cultures and the relationships that exist between the many different cultures, which continue to play an increasingly greater role in one interdependent global society. Emphasis will also be placed on reinforcement and enhancement of physical geography skills.

Western Civilization 1 semester 2753

Grade 10-12

Elective

Credit: 1

This course involves the study of civilizations that contributed to development of the present cultures in Europe and the United States. Topics covered include: Egypt, Greece, Rome, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance Reformation. This class is valuable background for many required college history classes.

Psychology fall semester 2771

Grade 10-12

Elective

Credit: 1

Psychology is designed to assist young people in a better understanding of themselves and others. Topics discussed include: history of the science of psychology theories, basic vocabulary, genetics, development, biological influences on personality, personality disturbances, treatment, drugs and alcoholism, tests, mental retardation, savants and giftedness. A variety of instructional methods are used to encourage the student to enjoy learning.

Topics in Psychology spring semester 2772

Grade 10-12

Elective

Credit: 1

Topics in Psychology involves the student in a variety of subjects such as memory, learning, motivation, stress, personality types, gender roles, sensory information, gang, cults and conformity. Students will work together to produce a learning center as a semester project.

Social Problems 1 semester 2751

Grade 11-12

Elective

Credit: 1

The class examines contemporary social problems in the world today, especially in the U.S. The approach attempts to open up your thinking and show you the different ways of looking at an issue. No attempt is made to persuade you into thinking one way; we just examine the issues. Some of the issues studied are chemical dependency, human sexuality, sex roles and inequality, crime and criminals, violence, aging, family stress, prejudice and discrimination and the population crisis. Projects, research papers, worksheets, speakers, field trips and tests are the teaching methods utilized. This class will be offered only the 1st semester.