Social Studies 3: American Government and Economics

DESCRIPTION:
This course is a study of the foundations and functions of American Government. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 identifies the origins and purposes of government, law, and politics in the United States. It discusses the purposes and provisions of the Constitution and its amendments. It examines citizenship, Civil Rights, voting rights, affirmative action policies, reverse discrimination cases, political parties, interest groups, propaganda techniques, and the affect media has on public policies and political agendas. This course is a study of the United States federalist system of government. It details the structure and functions of the federal and state legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government and examines independent federal agencies, Constitutional powers, other national governments and world affairs.

 

Semester 2 describes the fundamentals of a Market Economy including economic systems, production possibilities curve, supply and demand, business organizations, market structures, price and non-price competition, absolute and comparative advantage, and the role of money. It also discusses the national economy including economic goals, wage and price control, capital investments, monopolies, inflation, taxes, the national budget and debt, and the Federal Reserve System.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council for History Standards (NCHS), Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

  • Founding Ideals and Principles
  • The Constitution
  • The Bill of Rights
  • Citizenship
  • Changes in Civil Rights
  • Political Parties and Interest Groups
  • Political Communication
  • Federalism
  • Legislative Branch
  • Executive Branch
  • Judicial Branch
  • Local Government
  • Foreign Policy
  • World Affairs
  • Other Political Systems

 

Semester 2

  • Economic Systems
  • Production Possibilities Curve
  • Supply and Demand
  • Business Organizations
  • Market Structures
  • Price and Non-Price Competition
  • Absolute and Comparative Advantage
  • Money
  • Economic Goals
  • Wage and Price Control
  • Capital Investments
  • Monopolies
  • Inflation
  • Taxes
  • National Budget and Debt
  • Federal Reserve System

Social Studies 2: American History

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of American History. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 discusses the causes, course and effects of the Civil War including reconstruction and industrialization after the war, rapid growth of cities, impact of immigration, rise of national labor unions, and the foreign policy after the war. The progressive era and the jazz age studies capitalism, urbanization and political corruption that examines progressive era reforms, the transformation if the American economy, early social changes, causes of World War I, the course and effect of World War I, and the Roaring Twenties economic and social changes.

 

Semester 2 examines the causes and effects of the great depression, the first and second New Deal, the background of World War II, the war itself, and the domestic and international effects of World War II. This course discusses postwar changes, the cold war, the Civil Rights Movement, the new frontier, the great society, shifting demographics, domestic politics, and foreign policy initiatives.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council for History Standards (NCHS), Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

  • Causes of the Civil War
  • Course and Effects of the Civil War
  • Reconstruction
  • Industrialization
  • Rapid Growth of Cities
  • Impact of Immigration
  • Rise of National Labor Unions
  • Foreign Policy after the Civil War
  • Capitalism, Urbanization, and Political Machines
  • Progressive Era Reforms
  • Transformation of the American Economy
  • Early Social Changes
  • Causes of World War I
  • Course and Effects of World War I
  • The Roaring Twenties: Economic Change
  • The Roaring Twenties: Social Change

 

Semester 2

  • Causes of the Great Depression
  • Effects of the Great Depression
  • The First New Deal
  • The Second New Deal
  • Background of World War II
  • World War II
  • Domestic Effects of World War II
  • International Effects of World War II
  • Postwar Changes
  • The Cold War
  • Civil Rights Movement
  • The New Frontier
  • The Great Society
  • Shifting Demographics
  • Domestic Politics
  • Foreign Policy Initiatives

Social Studies 1: World History

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of world history. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 describes world conditions beginning A.D. 300 and ending in 1770. Specific topics included are the decline of Han and Roman empires, rise of Islamic civilization, South American and European culture, the Mongolian Empire, the Sub-Saharan African culture, recovery in Afro-Eurasia, and expansion in the Americas and Europe. Also included are the Renaissance, the Reformation, scientific revolution and enlightenment, territorial empires, Europeans in the Americas, Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, and Asian Transformations.

 

Semester 2 describes world conditions beginning in 1750 and ending in the 21st century. Specific topics included are reform, revolution, and social change; causes and effects of World War I, peace and stability, causes and effects of World War II, post-war recovery, the Cold War, economic interdependence, and social movements.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council for History Standards (NCHS), Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

  • Aftermath of Imperial Crises
  • Rise of Islamic Civilization
  • Mesoamerica and Andean South America
  • Redefining European Society and Culture
  • Mongol Empire
  • Sub-Saharan Africa
  • Crisis and Recovery in Afro-Eurasia
  • Expansion in the Americas
  • European Expansion
  • Renaissance
  • Reformation
  • Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment
  • Territorial Empires
  • Europeans in the Americas
  • Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade
  • Asian Transformations

 

Semester 2

  • Political Revolution
  • Industrial Revolution
  • Eurasian Society
  • Nationalism
  • Social Movements
  • European Settler Colonization
  • Imperial Expansion
  • African Transformations
  • Reform, Revolution, and Social Change
  • Causes and Effects of World War I
  • Peace and Stability
  • Causes and Effects of World War II
  • Post-War Recovery
  • The Cold War
  • Economic Interdependence
  • Social Movements

Science 3: Biology

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of living organisms and life processes. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 examines the structure and function of cells and human body systems including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, endocrine, lymphatic, and reproductive systems. It provides lines of support for the Theory of Evolution, the evolutionary process, hominid evolution, classification and interdependence of living organisms.

 

Semester 2 consists of four units that include evolution, the origins of life, diversity of life, human form and function, animal behavior, and ecology.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
Science 1: Earth and Space Science
Science 2: Physical Science

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Science Education Standards (NSES), Florida Sunshine State Standards, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards, Florida Next Generation Sunshine State Standards, and Colorado P-12 Academic Standards.

 

Semester 1

  • SCI 301: Pretest – Biology
  • The Cell
  • Integumentary and Skeletal Systems
  • Human Muscular System
  • Nervous System
  • Human Circulatory and Respiratory Systems
  • Human Digestive and Excretory Systems
  • Human Endocrine and Immune Systems
  • Human Reproductive System
  • The Theory of Evolution
  • Evolutionary Timeline
  • Biological Classifications
  • Plant and Animal Kingdoms
  • Primate and Hominid Evolution
  • Hominid and Human Evolution
  • Interdependence of Organisms
  • SCI 301: Test – Biology

 

Semester 2

  • Biology Semester 2 Pretest

 

Unit 5: Evolution and the Origins of Life

  • Darwin’s Observations
  • Evidence of Evolution
  • Populations
  • The Origins of Species
  • Viruses and HIV
  • Bacteria
  • Unit 5 Test

 

Unit 6: The Diversity of Life

  • Protists
  • Characteristics of Fungi
  • Plant Evolution
  • Fish
  • Reptiles and Dinosaurs
  • Mammals
  • Unit 6 Test

 

Unit 7: Human Form and Function
Introduction to the Human Body

  • Skeletal System
  • Respiratory System
  • Digestive System
  • Nervous System
  • Immune System
  • Reproductive System
  • Unit 7 Test

 

Unit 8: Animal Behavior and Ecology

  • Classical, Ecological and Social Behavior
  • Introduction to Ecology
  • Biogeochemical Cycles
  • Ecosystems and Communities
  • Population
  • Interactions
  • Unit 8 Test
  • Biology Semester 2 Test

Science 2: Physical Science

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of the properties and nature of matter and energy. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 explores atomic theory, phases of matter, the periodic table, chemical bonding and formula representations, carbon interactions, and matter and energy in living systems. It examines chemical reactions including chemical equations, reaction kinetics, and the processes of reactions including oxidation-reduction, acid-base, direct combinations, decomposition, and displacement. This course includes an atomic and chemical reactions lab component.

 

Semester 2 describes Newton’s laws of motion, and the fundamental forces of matter including electromagnetism, strong and weak interactions, and gravitation. This course also details different types of energy including thermal, chemical, electrical, radiant, nuclear, magnetic, elastic, sound, and gravitational energies as well as thermodynamics and waves. This course includes a motion and forces and energy lab component.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Science Education Standards (NSES), Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

  • Atomic Theory
  • Properties and Phases of Matter
  • Periodic Table
  • Chemical Bonding
  • Nomenclature and Formula Representations
  • Carbon Atoms
  • Matter and Energy Transformations
  • Atomic Lab
  • Introduction
  • Chemical Equations
  • Reaction Kinetics
  • Oxidation-Reduction (Redox) Reactions
  • Acid-Base Reactions
  • Direct Combination and Chemical
  • Decomposition
  • Single and Double Displacement
  • Chemical Reactions Lab

 

Semester 2

  • Newton’s First Law of Motion
  • Newton’s Second Law of Motion
  • Newton’s Third Law of Motion
  • Work and Power
  • Electromagnetism
  • Strong and Weak Interactions
  • Gravitation
  • Motion and Forces Lab
  • Thermal and Chemical Energy
  • Electrical and Radiant Energy
  • Nuclear and Magnetic Energy
  • Elastic and Sound Energy
  • Gravitational Energy
  • Laws of Thermodynamics
  • Waves
  • Energy Lab

Science 1: Earth and Space Science

DESCRIPTION:
This course examines the processes of science and body of knowledge about Earth and its place in the universe. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 outlines criteria necessary for data to become scientific knowledge and details the process of scientific inquiry focusing on scientific inferences and creativity, scientific argumentation, sources of information, theories, laws, models, and the relationship between science and technology. The origin and evolution of the universe is discussed through exploration of the Big Bang Theory, astronomical objects, formation of planetary systems, properties of stars, coordinate system, astronomical distances, electromagnetic spectrum, and the effects of earth, moon, and stars.

 

Semester 2 discusses the earth’s layers and atmosphere, plate tectonics, surfaces features and processes, oceans, geologic time, and natural and human-induced hazards. This course also describes the earth’s energy systems, geochemical cycles, deep water motion, system interactions, climate, weather prediction, severe weather, and global climate change.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Science Education Standards (NSES), Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

  • SCI 101: Pretest – Earth and Space Science
  • Scientific Knowledge
  • Practice of Scientific Inquiry
  • Sources of Information
  • Scientific Argumentation, Inference, Explanations and Creativity
  • Scientific Theories and Laws
  • Scientific Models
  • Science and Technology
  • Big Bang Theory
  • Astronomical Objects
  • Formation of Planetary Systems
  • Properties of Stars
  • Coordinate System
  • Astronomical Distances
  • Electromagnetic Spectrum
  • Effects of Earth, Moon, and Sun
  • SCI 101: Test

 

Semester 2

  • SCI 102: Pretest-Earth and Space Science
  • Introducing Planet Earth
  • Formation of Planet Earth
  • Evolution of Earth’s Flora and Fauna
  • The Inner Earth
  • The Earth’s Atmosphere
  • The Earth’s Great Bodies of Water
  • The Earth’s Landmasses
  • Our Ever-Changing Earth
  • The Earth’s Spheres
  • Basic Principles of Matter
  • Basic Principles of Energy
  • The Earth’s Cycles and Processes
  • Basic Principles of Weather
  • Severe Weather Events
  • Weather and Climate
  • Global Climate Change
  • SCI 102: Test

Math 3: Alegebra

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of algebra. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 introduces and defines algebraic terms, the properties of zero and one, variables and constants, fractions, and factoring. It explains the use of powers, roots, and exponents as well as the order of operations. It demonstrates how to solve monomials and polynomials and whole number expressions.

 

Semester 2 defines, shows how to interpret, and translates equations as well as create and interpret graphs.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
Math 1: General Math
Math 2: Consumer Math

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Florida Sunshine State Standards, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards, Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI), and the Achieve American Diploma Project Network (ADP) standards.

 

Semester 1

  • MAT 301: Pretest – Algebra
  • Introduction to Algebra
  • Signed Numbers, Number Line & Absolute Value
  • Powers, Exponents, and Square Roots
  • Order of Operations
  • Scientific Notation
  • Integers and Operations
  • Fractions – Least Common Denominator
  • Patterns and Functions
  • Monomials and Polynomials
  • Variables and Constants
  • Commutative, Associative, and Distributive Properties
  • Algebraic Expressions
  • Simplifying Expressions
  • Inequalities
  • Greatest Common Factor
  • Least Common Multiple
  • MAT 301: Test – Algebra

 

Semester 2

  • Equations
  • Interpreting and Translating Equations
  • Simplifying Equations
  • Logical Sequence when Solving Equations and Like Terms
  • One-Step Equations
  • Two-Step Equations
  • Factoring Polynomials
  • Solving Fractional Equations
  • Coordinate Plane and Graphing Coordinates
  • Distance Between Points
  • Quadratic Equations
  • Slope of a Line
  • Slope-intercept Form
  • Point-slope Form
  • Radicals
  • Scatterplots
  • MAT 302: Test – Algebra

Math 2: Consumer Math

DESCRIPTION:
This course covers math processes needed to be a successful consumer. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 explains money tracking, spending plans and paying bills. It examines the use of credit, savings, major purchases, and the use of a checkbook. It explains interest rates and their effects on loans. It discusses the different types of investments and retirement plans.

 

Semester 2 discusses asset allocation, student loans, and paying off debt. It also explores employment benefits as well as different options in life and health insurance. This course discusses consumer awareness and various housing options. This course also covers the different types of measurement, U.S. Customary and Metric.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
Math 1: General Math

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Florida Sunshine State Standards, Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI), and the Achieve American Diploma Project Network (ADP) standards.

 

Semester 1

  • Where Does Your Money Go? Managing Money
  • Creating a Spending Plan
  • Balancing Your Checkbook
  • Paying Bills
  • Handling and Understanding Debt
  • Interest Rates
  • Choosing Bank and Credit Accounts
  • Savings Accounts
  • Establishing Credit
  • Taking out a Loan
  • Charge Accounts and Credit Cards
  • Planning for Retirement
  • Buying a Car
  • Purchasing a House
  • Investments Part I
  • Investments Part II

 

Semester 2

  • Asset Allocation
  • Financial Resource Management Throughout the Life Cycle
  • Student Loans
  • Paying off Debt
  • Employment/Benefits
  • Taxes
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Using Calculators and Computers
  • Grocery Shopping
  • Consumer awareness
  • Housing: Rent VS Buying
  • U.S. Customary System of Measurements
  • Metric System of Measurements
  • Converting Between Measurement Systems
  • Currency

Math 1: General Math

DESCRIPTION:
This course emphasizes the study of general math. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 introduces the number types and basic math operations, to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Identifies the order of operations, explains the commutative, associative, and distributive properties as well as factoring and divisibility rules, and their application to word problems. It guides students through the use of fractions, decimals, and percents and their relationships to each other.

 

Semester 2 illustrates the use of exponents, roots, scientific notation, and the use of formulas. It covers lines and angles, area and perimeter of quadrilaterals, circumference, radius, and diameter of circles, and properties of obtuse, acute, and right triangles. This course also discusses patterns, probability, central tendency, graphs and charts, and tables and schedules.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Florida Sunshine State Standards, Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI), and the Achieve American Diploma Project Network (ADP) standards.

 

Semester 1

  • Number Types
  • Basic Math Operations
  • Signed Numbers/Absolute Value
  • Order of Operations
  • Rounding and Estimation
  • Number Properties
  • Factoring and Divisibility Rules
  • Word Problems
  • Simplifying Fractions
  • Adding and Subtracting with Fractions
  • Multiplying and Dividing with Fractions
  • Decimals and Place Value
  • Converting Between Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
  • Percents
  • Comparing Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
  • Ratios and Proportions

 

Semester 2

  • Exponents and Roots
  • Scientific Notation
  • Using Formulas in Math
  • Angles and Lines
  • Quadrilaterals
  • Circles
  • Triangles
  • Volume and Surface Area
  • Patterns
  • Simple Probability
  • Basic Statistics
  • Basic Charts and Graphs
  • Charts and Graphs
  • Frequency Table
  • Item Sets
  • Solving Equations

Health/PE: Health and Personal Fitness

DESCRIPTION:
This course discusses healthy concepts and behaviors as well as personal fitness guidelines and activities. The course is presented in two semesters.

 

Semester 1 discusses the importance of making healthy decisions and the impact of risky behavior is explored to illustrate the contribution an individual’s behavior has on their health. It also discusses medical conditions, the medical system, and recommendations for seeking assistance when confronted with potential health issues.

 

Semester 2 discusses the importance physical fitness has on health and ways to increase levels of physical activity to improve or safeguard health. Types of fitness strategies are reviewed in addition to recommendations for participating in various activities and the different health benefits that can be expected from making a choice to be physically active.

 

CREDITS:
1 Credit

 

PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.

 

STANDARDS:
This course is aligned to the National Health Education Standards (NHES), National Association for Sport and Physical Education, Florida Sunshine State Standards, and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills Standards.

 

Semester 1

  • HPF 101: Pretest—Health
  • Healthy Body Systems
  • Disease Prevention
  • Influences on Healthy Behaviors
  • Familial and Environmental Effects on Health
  • Health Information and Products
  • Health Care Services
  • Effective Communication
  • Interpersonal Conflicts
  • Barriers to Healthy Decision Making
  • Making Healthy Decisions, Part I
  • Making Healthy Decisions, Part II
  • Developing Personal Health Goals
  • Managing Stress
  • Strategies for Injury Prevention and Management
  • Community, State, and Federal Health Agencies
  • Influencing Others to Make Positive Health Choices
  • HPF 101: Test —Health

 

Semester 2

  • HPF 102: Pretest—Personal Fitness
  • Components of Physical Fitness
  • Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology
  • Developing and Using a Personal Fitness Plan
  • Reducing Medical Risks Through Physical Activity
  • Nutrition and Physical Fitness
  • Impact of Physical Fitness on Mental Health
  • Measuring Physical Fitness
  • Individual and Team Sports Considerations
  • Personal Fitness Guidelines
  • Be Fit; Be Safe
  • Bone-Strengthening Activities
  • Types of Aerobic Activities
  • Muscle-Strengthening Activities
  • Resistance Training
  • Exercise and Weight Control
  • Physical Fitness for Individuals with Disabilities
  • HPF 102: Test—Personal Fitness