Note: three credits of social studies are required for graduation.
World Studies: 1750 to the Present
Age of Revolutions Through the 20th Century
Grade: 9, 10, 11 & 12 Elective
Prerequisite: none Length: 2 sems, 1 per, 1 credit
World Studies is a yearlong course that continues the chronological study of world history. This course incorporates each of the seven standards of the Ohio Graduation Test. As students study historic eras, they consider the influence of geographic settings, cultural perspectives, economic systems, and various forms of government. Students gain a deeper understanding of the role of citizens and continue to develop their research skills
Note: The purchase of a non-fiction paperback book on a current topic may be required for this class.
American History
Grade: 10 Required
Prerequisite: none Length: 2 sems, 1 per, 1 credit
The purpose of this class is to promote student understanding and awareness of the historical development of the United States beginning with the Civil War to present day. The student will form opinions and judgments based on knowledge gained from the past and the present to help them become fully functioning citizens in American society capable of making informed decisions.
Social Psychology
Grade: 11 Elective
Length: 2 sems, 1 per, 1 credit
This course consists of a semester of the study of sociology and a semester of the study of psychology. In the sociology portion, students will examine other cultures, develop awareness of social institutions, understand the importance of socialization, realize the importance of group interaction, and develop an insight into major social problems. In the psychology portion, the student will become aware of the basic senses by which we discover our world, demonstrate the biological process of memory and thought, examine the processes involved in learning, investigate human intelligences and creativity, develop insights into the physical, emotional, and intellectual development of human beings, show an awareness of components in the development of personality, identify the differences between normal and abnormal behaviors, and recognize the contributions and social impact of key figures in the study of psychology.
American Government
Grade: 12 Required
Prerequisite: American History Length: 1 sem, 1 per, .5 credit
The purpose of this course is to give students a basic understanding of how the branches of the U.S.government function. Also, students will examine current events and issues. Some areas to be discussed are: the three branches of government, the theories behind the U.S. system of government and the rights of citizens.
Economics
Grade: 12 Required
Prerequisite: American History Length: 1 sem, 1 per, .5 credit
The purpose of this course is to give students a basic understanding of economic systems and concepts. Some areas of study will include supply and demand, market economics, money and banking, and different types of market organizations.