SOCIAL STUDIES



SOCIAL STUDIES

Global History & Geography I

Global History & Geography II

American History and Government

AP US History

AP European History

Economics/Government

* College Psychology

AP Government/Economics

*College Cultural Anthropology

* A significantly discounted GCC College tuition fee is required for enrollment.

Note: A registration fee will be required to take an AP exam.

GLOBAL HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY I Recommended Grade: 9

Length/Credit: 1 yr/1 credit Final Exam: Local

Global History and Geography I is the first part of a two year sequence. The study of world history involves an understanding of world cultures and civilizations, including an analysis of important ideas, values, beliefs, and traditions. This course will span a time frame from the dawn of humans through present day issues, through various regions around the globe. All students are enrolled in this Regents level course as prescribed by New York State.

GLOBAL HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY II Recommended Grade: 10

Length/Credit: 1 yr/1 credit Prerequisite: Global History and

Geography I

Final Exam: Regents

Global History and Geography II is the second part of a two year sequence. This course continues the study of world history with analysis of major social, political, cultural, and religious developments, as well as examining the connections and interactions of people across time and place. This course will span a time frame from early history through the beginning of the 21st century. At the conclusion of Global History and Geography II all students are required to pass a comprehensive Regents exam covering topics from both courses in this sequence.

AMERICAN HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT Recommended Grade: 11

Length/Credit: 1 yr/1 credit Prerequisite: Global Studies I & II

Final Exam: Regents

This course is intended to give students a basic background knowledge in the workings of the US and State governments as well as the major forces and events that helped shape American History. The six topics included in the course are: Constitutional foundations of our Democratic Republic, the Industrialization of the U.S., The Progressive movement - Response the Industrialization and World War I, Prosperity and Depressions 1917 - 1940, The U.S. in an age of Global Crises 1930-1960, The World in uncertain times 1950 - to the present. Students will be required to complete various written and oral projects throughout the year.

AP US HISTORY Recommended Grade: 11

Length/Credit: 1 yr/1 credit

Final Exam: AP Exam

This course is an intensive study of American history. Designed to replicate introductory history courses found on college campuses, a heavy emphasis will be placed on listening, reading, and critical thinking skills. The first semester will investigate this nation’s history beginning with its humble origins at Jamestown and concluding with post-Civil War Reconstruction. The second semester focuses on the trials and triumphs of this nation as it moved to become a dominant world power starting in the late 19th century and continuing through to present day. Students will be required to produce a number of major research papers, as well as regularly scheduled shorter, critical thinking type essays. A registration fee will be required to take the AP exam.

Students will be required to pass the regents.

* A registration fee will be required to take the AP exam.

AP EUROPEAN HISTORY Recommended: Grades 10-12

Length/Credit: 1yr/1 credit Final Exam: AP Exam

(grade 10- also Global Regents)

This course is an intensive study of European history since 1450. The course is equivalent to a college level introductory course in European history. AP European History introduces students to cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the goals of AP European History are to develop (a) an understanding of some of the principal themes in modern European history, (b) an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and (c) an ability to express historical understanding in writing. The course will rely heavily upon lecture, discussion, and writing; critical thinking will be an essential student skill. A registration fee will be required to take the AP exam.

Sophomore students will be required to pass the regents.

* A registration fee will be required to take the AP exam.

GOVERNMENT /ECONOMICS Required Grade: 12

Length/Credit: 1 yr/1 credit Prerequisite: US History

Final Exam: Local

The study of economics in grade 12 should provide students with the economic knowledge and skills that enable them to function as informed and economically literate citizens in the U.S. society and in the world. The course emphasizes rational decision making, allowing students to become wiser consumers, and also includes group and individual research into important economic issues facing all world citizens in the 21st century.

Participation in Government is the civics capstone of a student's K-12 social studies experience. It is designed to be a culminating course that focuses on the study of contemporary and/or historic public issues and attempts to increase the student's awareness of their rights and responsibilities as a citizen.

Fundamental to Participation in Government is a course of study that has students defining, analyzing, monitoring, and discussing issues and policies. The course reflects:

* An issue-based approach to public policy, in which students and teacher select

important public issues to explore in depth.

* Obtaining the tools and skills needed in real-world learning experiences, and

* Acquiring the knowledge needed for effective citizenship.

*COLLEGE PSYCHOLOGY Recommended Grade: 11 or 12

Length/Credit: 1/2 yr/1/2 credit Prerequisite: Passing grade of 80%

or higher:

-Global History Regents for Juniors

-US History & Govt. Regents Exam

for enrolled Seniors

Final Exam: College

-Must be taken simultaneously with College Cultural Anthropology!

This course is an introduction to the scientific study of human and animal behavior. Topics covered in the course include basic methodology, motivation, learning, cognitive processes, and other significant areas of interest.

Course overview: The course provides a general of the major fields of psychology as determined by the American Psychological Association. The theories and practices of key psychologist such as Freud, Skinner, Piaget, etc., will be studied. The role of human diversity, culture, gender, genetics and environment in determining behavior and mental processes will be examined as well. This course is taught at the Freshman College level and students earn 3 GCC college credits per 1/2 year.

* To take this course, students must meet the established criteria.

* A significantly discounted GCC College tuition fee is required for enrollment.

*COLLEGE CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY Recommended Grade: 11 or 12

Length/Credit: 1/2 yr/1/2 credit Prerequisite: Passing grade of 80%

or higher:

-Global History Regents for Juniors

-US History & Govt. Regents Exam

for enrolled Seniors

-Must be taken simultaneously with College Psychology!

Cultural Anthropology examines different levels of technological complexity of selected cultures and analyzes topics common to all societies such as religion, kinship, marriage, child-rearing practices, social structure, ecological relationships, linguistics, and other areas. This course will provide a general understanding of the various aspects of culture. Cultural universals will be studied in both small-scale and large-scale societies. The tools and techniques used by cultural anthropologists will be studied and applied in comparing various cultures. The changing nature of anthropological study will also be examined. Evaluation will be based upon four quarter exams, selected reading/written assignments, group assignments, class participation, and a final comprehensive exam.

* To take this course, students must meet the established criteria.

* A significantly discounted GCC College tuition fee is required for enrollment.

AP GOVERNMENT/ECONOMICS

This course is designed to give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States, and is intended as a secondary school equivalent to a one- semester college introductory course. This AP course is designed to also meet the NYS

graduation requirements for economics.

Some of the topics to be covered include the Constitutional foundations of U.S. government such as federalism, separation of powers, and checks and balances;

political parties, interest groups, and mass media; political beliefs and behaviors;

public policy making; institutions of national government such as the Congress and the federal courts; and civil rights and civil liberties.

The AP United States Government and Politics exam is 2 hours and 25 minutes long, consisting of 60 multiple choice questions and a 100 minute free-response section consisting of 4 questions. It is offered in May.

* A registration fee will be required to take the AP exam.

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