The BRVGS 9th grade course is a 2-credit, yearlong course in which students receive credit for World History I and World History II.
BRVGS 9th grade students learn the required SOLs and, in keeping with the mission of BRVGS to offer "technology-centered learning experiences, students learn about the history of technology and they use technology in the process of developing critical skills.
In addition to the core curriculum, students in BRVGS Technology Through The Ages participate in two large projects, as follows:
Fall Semester: students work in teams to research, write and build "Virtual Museum" websites, featuring the best technological developments of a particular civilization. To see guidelines for the Fall semester project, please click on Technology Through the Ages: A Virtual Museum
Spring Semester: Students work in teams to prepare arguments supporting a "Pro" or "Con" side of a specific technology. To see guidelines for the Spring semester project, please click on Technology Through the Ages - “Persuasive Presentations": The Pros and Cons of Innovation