Course Name: Creative Wisconsin Studies
Course Number: 60040/60050
Open to: Grade 9-10-11-12
Length: 1 Semester
Credits: 1/2 credit Art and 1/2 credit Social Studies (elective or govt./civics)
Prerequisite: None
NOTE: This course is taught in conjunction with the Creative Writing (English), and will be block scheduled with both, 2 classes taken in the SAME semester. If a student has taken Creative Writing previously they can only register for the Illustration course, 10140.
If this course is taken as a senior, the Creative Writing course meets the composition 12 graduation requirement.
Course Content: Creative Wisconsin Studies contains the same social studies curriculum as Exploring Your Wisconsin History and Government. If Exploring Your Wisconsin History and Government has been taken previously, students may not register for this course. Likewise, Exploring Your Wisconsin History and Government may not be taken after taking this course.
Course Activities: This course will include hands-on project learning that is student-generated, large group discussion, studio practice, guest speakers, and other creative experiences.
Student Cost: Possible lab fee for art supplies.