Q: Global Studies 10

1 Credit tc " 1 Credit" In grade 10 Social Studies, students will examine Global History and Geography, and complete the year by taking a New York State Regents Exam. This one-year sequence is arranged chronologically beginning with the world in 1750 marked by powerful European empires, coastal African kingdoms, and growing European maritime empires up to the contemporary issues, such as the tensions between traditional cultures and modernization.

Question 1

Global Studies 9

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1 CreditGlobal Studies 9 provides a chronological study of the world from prehistoric times to Absolutism in Europe.  The grade 9 curriculum focuses on important historical, geographic, political, and economic characteristics of the societies that developed in each region of the world.  Students study the six major themes of Global History: cultural diffusion, trade, migrations, belief systems, conflict, and the establishment of multi-regional empires as well as the major events and turning points in history.  These themes are supported by the emphasis on developing interpretation skills through the use of primary and secondary sources, political cartoons, map reading, and chart and graph interpretations in relation to the thematic essay and document-based question.  The final assessment is a teacher-generated exam.

Question 2

Global Studies 10

Accepted Answer

1 Credit

In grade 10 Social Studies, students will examine Global History and Geography, and complete the year by taking a New York State Regents Exam. This one-year sequence is arranged chronologically beginning with the world in 1750 marked by powerful European empires, coastal African kingdoms, and growing European maritime empires up to the contemporary issues, such as the tensions between traditional cultures and modernization.

Question 3

Advanced Placement World History I

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1 CreditThis course is designed as a pre-AP World History course, covering the New YorkState Global Studies Curriculum in a very in-depth and extensive manner. The coursewill be a bridge from normal high school course work to a more complex “college level”study. Global Studies 9 Honors covers the history of human beings chronologicallyfrom the Paleolithic Age through current times. This course includes a study of everymajor area, culture, and religion throughout history. Students will take the NYSRegents Examination at the end of sophomore year.Prerequisite: Department recommendation

Question 4

Advanced Placement World History II

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1 CreditAdvanced Placement World History is a college level course open to sophomores thathave achieved above-average grades in social studies and English during theirfreshman year. This course, designed for students who are college bound and possessa good command of reading and writing, will develop a greater understanding of theevolution of global processes and contacts in different types of human societies.Students will study the cultural, economic, political, and social developments that playa fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. The ultimate goal of thecourse will be a mastery of the information and preparedness for the college levelexamination. This course includes extensive reading and writing assignments.Students will take the A.P. exam in May of their sophomore year and the NYS GlobalStudies Regents in June. Students who pass the A.P. exam may be eligible for collegecredits. The cost of the A.P. exam is approximately $90.Prerequisite: Based on department recommendation and/or approval.

Question 5

U.S. History & Government – Regents

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1 CreditGrade 11This course reviews the development of the United States. It will include achronological survey of United States history in general, but emphasis will be on theUnited States as a transitional and fully developed industrial nation. Constitutional andlegal issues will be explored in depth, as will the problems of a dynamic and industrialsociety in an increasingly complex and technology-oriented world. This course servesas a historical foundation for the senior courses. All students will take the U.S. History& Government Regents exam in June.

Question 6

Advanced Placement United States History

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1 CreditGrades 11-12Advanced Placement United States History is a college-level course open to juniorsand seniors who have achieved above-average grades in Social Studies and English.This course is designed for students who are college bound and possess a goodcommand of reading and writing skills. A term paper is required each semester.Students must take the A.P. exam in May, and juniors will take the U.S. History &Government Regents in June. The cost of the A.P. exam is approximately $90.Students who pass the A.P. exam may be eligible for college credit.Prerequisite: Based on department recommendation and/or approval.

Question 7

Personal Finance

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1/2 CreditGrade 12 OnlyThis required course is taught every other day for a full year.  It deals with the basic concepts necessary to manage one’s personal financial dealings in a modern economy.  The course will include: banking, saving and spending, retirement planning, credit cards, student loans, buying vs. leasing, and budgeting as it relates to cars and housing, insurances, taxes, and investing.  The course will mix both academic study plus hands-on simulations of real family financial situations.

Question 8

Participation in Government

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1/2 CreditGrade 12 OnlyThis required one-semester course emphasizes the interaction between citizens andgovernment at all levels: local, state, and federal. The course encourages students toanalyze public policy, issues and problems, decision-making, and implementation ofproposed changes. A participatory project is required.

Question 9

Advanced Placement American Government & Politics

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1 CreditGrade 12 OnlyThis is a college introductory course designed to give students a critical perspective ofgovernment and politics in the United States. This course fulfills the New York StateParticipation in Government requirement. Students will discuss the various institutions,groups, beliefs, and ideas that make up the American political reality. Students will berequired to produce a mock campaign and volunteer at a local campaign office.Students must take the A.P. exam in May. The cost of the A.P. exam is approximately$90. Students who pass the A.P. exam may be eligible for college credit.Prerequisite: Based on department recommendation and/or approval.

Question 10

Leadership Skills

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1/2 Credit

Grade 12 Only

This hands-on class will teach the skills necessary to be a leader in both small group and large organizational settings. Students will study actual skills including time management, goal setting, independence, image creation, networking, negotiating, event planning and management, conflict resolution, critical thinking, problem solving, and leadership by example. Classroom activities will include frequent hands-on projects that put to use the skills above and to teach that how individuals treat people is the core of good leadership.

Question 11

Public Speaking

Accepted Answer

1/2 Credit

Grade 11 Only

This required class will help students develop or hone their abilities to speak in front of people, as is often required in college and career. Through a series of actual speaking activities, students will develop the skills of crafting and giving stand-up presentations, reading aloud, interviewing, group discussions, presentation software (PowerPoint, Google Slides, Prezi), and answering extemporaneous questions.

Question 12

History through Film

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1/2 CreditGrades 11-12Just how accurate are those films when compared to actual history? This half-yearcourse looks at some popular films based on historical events and compares thedirector’s slant with what actually happened. The class will include viewing of filmsalong with study of history to make complete comparison. Because of the nature ofsome of these films, parental permission is required to view films.

Question 13

Psychology

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1/2 CreditGrade 12This course reviews the eclectic approach to the study of human behavior. The fivebasic theories, neurobiological, behavioral, psychoanalytic, cognitive, andphenomenological are reviewed for the advantages and applied to the study ofdevelopment, learning and memory, personality, and abnormal behavior. The coursealso provides an opportunity for personal assessment. Students who wish may alsotake advantage of the A.P. Psychology exam in May (the cost of the A.P. exam isapproximately $90).

Question 14

Introduction to Criminal Justice

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1/2 CreditGrades 11-12This Social Studies elective is a basic law course designed to give students a betterunderstanding of the principles, procedures, and actual practices of the U.S. criminalsystem. Topics in this one-semester course will include the nature and causes ofcriminal behavior; the qualifications for, characteristics of, and problems connectedwith police work; due process as it relates to police investigations, arrests, court andlegal procedures; and sentencing and prison life. The many controversies connected tothe above items are explored. The course is augmented by an array of guest speakerswho are professionals in the field, a ride-along program, and a field trip to acorrectional facility.