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World Geography 211 12 2 1
This course has been constructed to provide the student with geo-literacy skills necessary to function in everyday life with respect to news, travel and general conversation. It also attempts to explain the many interrelationships between man’s cultures and his physical environment. This understanding of man’s interdependence with the earth is accomplished through the study of physical, cultural, economic and demographic (population) factors which are analyzed through the techniques of geographic thinking. A second semester project must be completed by the student. PREREQUISITES: Student must have the following:
● Passing grade in World Cultures or any AP Social Studies course.
Sociology 212 12 2 1
Sociology is the scientific study of human society and social behavior with a specific
focus on the social interactions of humans. Students will learn about the many aspects of culture and the structures of family, education and religion. They will explore the impact of deviance on society, the socialization process is also a major area of concentration as well as the catalysts of social change and impact of technology on society. Students are required to prepare a research project using resources and multimedia methodology for presentation in their sociology class. The course is for seniors. with an interest in the humanities and the social sciences. College credit (3 cr) is available for this course through Carlow University. Click h ere for more information on Dual Enrollment. PREREQUISITE: Student must have all of the following:
Passing grade in World Cultures or any AP Social Studies course from their junior year.
AP US Govt/Comparative Govt 213 11-12 2 1 Elective
This AP offering is comprised of two semester AP courses, each with its own AP test opportunity for college credit either through the student taking the AP Exam or CHS course(s) offered through Seton Hill University. In semester one, students will examine United States Government and Politics. In semester two, students will examine Comparative Government and Politics. By taking both AP exams, students can potentially earn up to 6 college credits from this course. Part One – The AP U.S. Government and Politics course is designed to provide students with a learning experience equivalent to that of an introductory college course in United States government and politics. The course will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States, including the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis of specific examples. The course should develop students’ familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute U.S. politics.
Part Two – Comparative Politics and Government is an introductory college-level course in comparative government and politics.The course uses a comparative approach to examine the political structures; policies; and political, economic, and social challenges of six selected countries: China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, and the United Kingdom. Students cultivate their understanding of comparative government and politics through analysis of data and text-based sources as they explore topics like power and authority, legitimacy and stability, democratization, internal and external forces, and methods of political analysis.
In order to receive weighted grading credit for the class, students must earn a B or better in the class (click here for AP policy). College credit (6 cr) is available for this course through Seton Hill University. Click here for information on Dual Enrollment.
PREREQUISITE: Student must have all of the following:
● Must have at least an overall B in the previous year's honors/AP Social Studies courses.
● Must have no less than an overall A in the previous year's general level English and Social Studies course.
AP Psychology 216 10-12 2 1 Elective
The AP Psychology course is a college level course designed to introduce students to the study of behavior and mental processes of human beings and animals. Students cultivate their understanding of the systematic and scientific study of human behavior and mental processes through inquiry-based investigations as they explore concepts like the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning and cognition, motivation, developmental psychology, testing and individual differences, treatment of abnormal behavior, and social psychology. They’ll study core psychological concepts while learning to gauge human reactions, gather information, and form meaningful conclusions. In order to receive weighted grading credit for the class, students must earn a B or better in the class (click here for AP
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