Social Studies

World History (Course #2109310)

1.0 credit – Grade 10

This course provides students with an understanding of the chronological development of civilizations using political, economic, religious, scientific, and cultural events that have shaped the world. This enables the student to understand the past and how it has affected the events of the world today. The course begins with the Middle Ages and ends with the Modern Era

World History Honors (Course #2109320)

1.0 credit – Grade 9-10

This class begins with a solid foundation of ancient history, moves to a presentation of Asian and African cultures, explores the Greco-Roman culture, the Middle Ages, and ends with an in depth look at modern and contemporary history. Students develop an understanding of some of the key themes of history, an ability to analyze historical evidence, and an ability to analyze and express historical understanding and writing. Using a variety of sources, this course emphasizes reading comprehension, writing, research, and analytical skills.

This course is a part of the honors/AICE track, and intentional focus will be on the required knowledge and critical thinking and analytical skills to prepare a student to be successful in future upper-level and AICE and Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

AICE Global Perspectives AS (Course #1700364)

1.0 Credit – Grades 10-12

AS Level Global Perspectives and Research is a skills-based course that prepares learners for positive engagement with our rapidly changing world. Learners broaden their outlook through the critical analysis of – and reflection on – issues of global significance. They will develop unique, transferable skills including research, critical thinking, and communication by following an approach to analyzing and evaluating arguments and perspectives called the “Critical Path.” Collaborative skills are enhanced through participation in a team project. The skills gained through study of this course help students to meet the demands of 21st century learning, preparing the transition to higher education and the world of work. As part of the course learners write a research report on a research question of their choice.

US History (Course #2100310)

1.0 credit – Grade 11

This course gives students the basic understanding of United States history through the analysis of significant political and social events from the end of the Civil War to the Modern Era. Students examine political, military, religious, and social events that have affected the rise of the American nation. Passing the End of Course exam is needed for credit.

US History Honors (Course #2100320)

1.0 credit – Grades 10-12

This course is an in-depth perspective into American History and is an excellent way for students to prepare for AICE American History. Passing the End of Course exam is needed for credit.

AICE History 1 AS (Course #2100500)

1.0 credit – Grades 10-12

This course covers the history of the USA, 1820–1941, the origins of the Civil War, 1820–61, the Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861–77, the Gilded Age and Progressive Era, 1870s to 1920, and the Great Crash, the Great Depression and the New Deal policies, 1920–41. Passing the End of Course exam in needed.

History of the United States 1 (Course #AMH 1010)

1.0 credit

Prerequisite: Students must qualify for USF Dual Enrollment to take this course.

This one-term survey course of United States history covers the European discoveries of the Western Hemisphere to the end of Reconstruction. The emphasis is on historical study to determine the social, economic, and political issues through Reconstruction.

History of the United States 2 (Course #AMH 1020)

1.0 Credit

Prerequisite: Students must qualify for USF Dual Enrollment to take this course.

This one-term survey course of United States history covers the end of Reconstruction to the present. The emphasis is on historical study to determine the social, economic, and political problems of the 20th and 21st centuries.

Economics (Course #2102)

0.5 credit – Grade 12

Economics provides students with an opportunity to understand the way society organizes its limited resources to satisfy unlimited wants. Students examine their roles as producer, consumer, saver, investor, resource owner, voter, and taxpayer in a mixed marketplace system.

Economics Honors (Course #2102320)

0.5 credit – Grade 12

Prerequisite: Instructor approval.

In this course, students learn about the nature and method of economics, the economizing problem, individual markets, demand and supply, the market system, the U.S. economy in both the private and public sectors, and the U.S. in the local economy.

US Government (Course #2106310)

0.5 credit – Grade 12

American Government provides students a basic understanding of American, federal, state, and local government. Political theory and process will be stressed.

Government Honors (Course #2106320)

0.5 credit – Grade 12

Prerequisite: Instructor approval.

The goal of this course is to explore and analyze the six principles of U.S. Government. Emphasis is placed on the role of the Constitution, civil rights and liberties, political parties, public policy, the media, and special interest groups play in the governmental process.

AICE European History I AS (Course #2109371)

1.0 credit – Grades 9-12

This course focuses on four different settings in European History from 1750-1921: France, The Industrial Revolution in Britain, Liberalism and Nationalism in Germany and The Russian Revolution. In this course, students will learn to develop and analyze different arguments, examine different interpretations and learn to understand the relation between historical events in cause and effect, similarity and differences, change, and patterns. After the course, students should be able to assess arguments, develop their own ideas about subjects, and evaluate historical evidence. This course counts as a world history credit for graduation purposes.

Psychology 1 (Course #2107300)

0.5 Credit – Grades 11-12

Through the study of psychology, students acquire an understanding of and an appreciation for human behavior, behavior interaction and the progressive development of individuals. The content examined in this first introductory course includes major theories and orientations of psychology, psychological methodology, memory and cognition, human growth and development, personality, abnormal behavior, psychological therapies, stress/coping strategies, and mental health.

Psychology 2 (Course #2107310)

0.5 Credit – Grades 11-12

Through the study of psychology, students acquire an understanding of and an appreciation for human behavior, behavior interaction, and the progressive development of individuals. The content examined in this second introductory course includes statistical research, psychobiology, motivation and emotion, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, psychological testing, and social psychology.

AICE Psychology 1 AS (Course #2107360)

1.0 Credit – Grades 11-12

AS Level Psychology is designed to give students an understanding of psychological concepts, theories and research methodology. The course is suitable for students who have no prior learning in psychology. It engages with four core areas of psychology: biological, cognitive, social, and learning; allows students to deepen their knowledge in clinical psychology, consumer psychology, health psychology or organizational psychology; and encourages students to consider the relationships between psychological findings and everyday life.

Personal Financial Literacy & Money Management (Course #2102371)

0.5 Credit – Grades 9-12

This course is designed to teach the skills and knowledge needed to be a smart consumer, saver, investor, user of credit, and planner. Topics include financial attitudes and behaviors, income taxes, budgeting, buying goods and services, financial accounts, credit and loans, financial investing, and insuring and planning. This course is a graduation requirement.