HCS501 CIVICS: This course is an introduction to the study of American government, politics and economics, including geography of the United States and the world. (half year - ½ credit) Open to grades 10, 11, & 12.
HWH424 WORLD HISTORY: The development of civilizations from ancient times and those political, economic, and social concepts most applicable to life today are stressed in this course. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grades 9 &10.
HWH425 HONORS WORLD HISTORY: This is an accelerated and concentrated course offering of HWH424. Major research projects are included. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grade 10.
HUS804 U.S. HISTORY: The development of the United States from the Revolutionary Period to the 21st Century is explored. The understanding of fundamental historical concepts and the development of academic and communication skills is stressed. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grades 11 & 12.
HUS806 AP UNITED STATES HISTORY (A, U): Students are provided with the analytic skills and factual knowledge necessary to critically analyze events in U.S. History. This course prepares them to meet the writing and research requirements of intermediate and advanced college courses. Students will assess historical materials and weigh evidence and interpretations in historical scholarship. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grades 11 & 12.
HEC901 UNDERSTANDING ECONOMICS (E): This course explores how the American market economy works. Students will apply economic principles to the real world of the American economy. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grades 11 & 12.
HEC956 AP ECONOMICS (A): The first semester in microeconomics gives a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to consumers and producers within an economic system. It focuses on the nature of markets and the government’s role in the economy. The second semester in macroeconomics focuses on the economic system as a whole and includes topics such as economic performance measures, the financial sector, and international economics. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grade 12.
HMH804 MODERN HISTORY: The development of the world from 1960 to the present day is examined. Particular emphasis is placed upon America's role during that time period. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grades 11 & 12.
HMP804 MULTI-CULTURAL HISTORY AND PSYCHOLOGY: Students will take each class for a semester. Collaboration of these two subject areas will focus on human behavior and interactions across diverse lines. Students will be exposed to the historical significance of human thought and behavior and their relationship to multiculturalism and psychology. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grade 12.
HPO804 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICS: This course is designed to give students a hands-on introduction to the theory and practice of the American political system. Students will take part in simulations of both electioneering and governing. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grade 12. Open to grade 11 with permission of instructor.
HMR811 INTEGRATED MULTI-CULTURAL HISTORY: Integrates students with special needs with non-disabled peers in a cooperative environment. Examines the contributions of African Americans, Asian Americans, Latinos, and Native Americans to American society and culture. A mini-unit on the Holocaust is also included. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor (full year - 1 credit) Open to grades 11 & 12.
HPS804 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY (E): Human thought processes and behaviors from a social scientific approach are explored. Principles of psychology will be thoroughly studied following a college seminar format. (full year – 1 credit) Open to grade 12.
HPS806 AP PSYCHOLOGY (A): This is an intensive, scientific study of the principles, beliefs, and theories of psychology from a social science viewpoint. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grade 12.
HMR955 HONORS MULTI-CULTURAL SOCIETY: The role of the African American, Asian American, Latino, and Native American contributions to American society and culture is investigated and examined from an historical viewpoint. A mini-unit on the Holocaust is also included. Major research projects are assigned. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grade 12. Open to 11th grade with permission of instructor.
HWC806 AP EUROPEAN HISTORY (A, U): The events and movements that occurred in Europe from the Renaissance to the present are examined. Students will analyze events using the organizing framework of political/military, social/economic, and intellectual/religious history. (full year - 1 credit) Open to grade 12.
HAS701 ASIAN STUDIES: This course is for students interested in the histories and present cultural developments of the Near, Middle, and Far Eastern countries. Lessons will focus on the philosophical influences that impact today’s world and the dynamic, modern-day changes in Asian politics, societies, and economies. Student research, mandatory periodical readings, and participation in a seminar discussion format will be the primary requirements for this course. (half year - ½ credit) Open to grades 11 and 12.
HLH701 LOCAL HISTORY: RICHES OF THE REGION: This course begins with an introduction to the history of Connecticut. Each student selects or designs an activity related to the history of southeastern Connecticut and creates an individualized plan (students may work with the Slater Museum or other community organizations). Students must document their research activities and create a final research project. May be repeated for one-half credit. Prerequisite: teacher recommendation. (half year- ½ credit) Open to grades 11 and 12.
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