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10th Grade History & Social Sciences: All sophomores must take one of the following
AP UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT and POLITICS: Critically analyze the (dis)functions of the American government! Essential Question: To what extent can American citizens influence their government?
Grades 10 - 12
SO99 - 1 History Credit - Full Year
This course offers an intensive study of the formal and informal structures of government and the processes of the American political system. The objectives of the course go beyond a basic understanding of how our government works by exploring five AP required topics:
I. Foundations of American Democracy
II. Interaction among the Branches of Government
III. Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
IV. Political ideologies and beliefs
V. Political Participation
Students develop a critical understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the American political system as well as their rights and responsibilities as citizens. This is a college-level course that requires a substantial amount of daily reading and preparation. There is a heavy emphasis on writing, debate, and discussion. This course satisfies one of the three required years of History/Social Science classes. All students enrolled are required to take the AP exam in May for which there is a fee of $98.00.
INTRODUCTION TO CIVICS AND GOVERNMENT: Become a well-rounded citizen and functioning adult! Course Essential Question: To what extent can American citizens influence their government?
HONORS
SO15H – 1 History Credit - Full Year- Honors Level
When dinner table discussion turns to politics don’t be intimidated or left out. Join the conversation! Introduction to Civics and Government (Honors) offers civic-minded students the chance to study the structure, function, and role of government in the United States. Students examine the Constitution, the three branches of government, and the changing role of politics in America. Students explore the responsibility of citizenship by taking part in Nauset High School’s Witness to War: Serving a Nation Oral History Project. Witness to War: Serving a Nation oral history project. There is a heavy emphasis on organization, discussion, and the development of productive study skills. This rigorous Honors-level course satisfies one of the three required years of History/Social Science classes. It is recommended for students with strong reading and writing ability, interest in current events, and a desire to change the world. This course satisfies one of the three required years of History/Social Science classes.
A LEVEL
SO15 - 1 History Credit - Full Year
What’s the difference between a Democrat and a Republican? Who really elects the President? How is the State House different from the White House? Introduction to Civics and Government offers students the chance to explore the structure, function, and role of government in the United States. Students will examine the Constitution, the three branches of government, and politics in America. They will also explore the responsibility of citizenship by taking part in Nauset High School’s Witness to War: Serving a Nation Oral History Project. Witness to War: Serving a Nation oral history project. There is an emphasis on developing strong organizational and study skills. This course satisfies one of the three required years of History/Social Science classes.
WORLD HISTORY II: Can humans rule themselves and coexist on the planet? Essential Question: How have historical processes brought us to a place where our existence is in question?
HONORS
SO21 - 1 History Credit - Full Year
Enrollment based upon freshman year history teacher’s recommendations.
This course offers an accelerated and comprehensive study of World History starting with the Enlightenment, Revolutions (U.S., French, Haitian, and unification of Italy and Germany, and Agricultural and Industrial Revolutions). The course continues with a study of Imperialism World Wars, Cold War, Globalization, and Conflict. Extensive reading of primary sources and frequent essays are required. This section is open to highly motivated students who have exceptional language arts and reading comprehension skills.
This course satisfies one of the three required years of History/Social Science classes.
A LEVEL
SO22 - 1 History Credit - Full Year
Enrollment based upon freshman year history teacher’s recommendations.
This course offers a study of the Enlightenment, Revolutions (U.S., French, Haitian, and unification of Italy and Germany, and Agricultural and Industrial Revolutions). The course continues with an in-depth world focus of Imperialism World Wars, Cold War, Globalization, and Conflict. This course is recommended for students with very good reading and writing skills.
This course satisfies one of the three required years of History/Social Science classes.
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