9th Grade

WORLD HISTORY 1500 TO THE PRESENT (Grade 9) 

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1 Credit 

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This is a required course for graduation from Alabama high schools. Students will analyze development and changes in world civilizations and the ways in which interactions of these cultures have influenced today’s world. This will enable students to understand the global interdependence and connections between world societies. Emphasis will be placed on writing and in-depth study of the subject matter. Students who wish for a more challenging curriculum should take this course. 

AP WORLD HISTORY 1500 TO THE PRESENT ADVANCED (Grade 9) (1.0 grade weight) 

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1 Credit 

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This course includes all aspects of Honors World History but goes a step further in that it provides a foundation for Advanced Placement social studies courses in the 10th 11th and 12th grades. Advanced Placement courses require students to have extensive critical thinking, writing, and study skills. In addition to teaching the required subject information, this class will teach how to read for comprehension using both primary and secondary sources, how to write effectively, and how to prepare for Advanced Placement tests. This course is designed for the student who is serious about high school academics and who wishes to enter college prepared for college level work.  This course fulfills the 9th grade World History requirement for graduation.