World History

This course surveys the development of western and non-western civilization from the 14^th century to WWI and the shaping of the 20^th century. It serves as a basis for all future work in history and attempts to provide a background for work in literature as well. Throughout this chronological survey of world history, students will examine multiple perspectives on historical events, political ideas, and relationships among different men and women. This course also focuses on developing the intellectual and social tools necessary to enable youth to participate as well-rounded citizens in our local and global communities.

Honors World History

At the Honors level, students take an in-depth approach to history and work on developing analytical skills necessary for AP courses. More reading and writing assignments are performed independently at this level. This course surveys the development of western and non-western civilization from the 14^th century to WWI and the shaping of the 20^th century. It serves as a basis for all future work in history and attempts to provide a background for work in literature as well. Throughout this chronological survey of world history, students will examine multiple perspectives on historical events, political ideas, and relationships between men and women. This course also focuses on developing the intellectual and social tools necessary to enable youth to participate as well-rounded citizens in our local and global communities.

American History I

The course begins with a review of the forging of the Constitution and then launches into the development of political, social, and economic conventions of the Federalist Era, traces the sectional issues culminating in the Civil War and Reconstruction and follows the development of the West, the New Industrial Age and life at the turn of the twentieth century. An overt effort will be made to relate American’s past to contemporary America and its problems. Students will be challenged through reading, researching, thinking, and writing skills. Rather than simply demanding content mastery of American History I subject matter, this course stresses the development of application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation skills.

American History II

The American History II course analyzes American history from the Roaring Twenties to the Technology Age. Students will learn the social, political, economic, military, and diplomatic history of our nation and its effect on American society in the world. The course will emphasize cause and effect relationships and the development of reading, writing, and public speaking skills through a variety of class activities and projects. The development of the United States as a world power and the rapid changes in American society will be emphasized as students read and complete assignments and make historical connections to American History I.

Honors American History I

The American History I Honors course is an academically challenging course for students who read and write above grade level and who are interested in attending four-year colleges or major universities. Emphasis will be placed on primary source analysis and evaluation through readings from document collections. The course will include various views and historical interpretations and increase students’ comprehension of the political, economic, and social foundations of the United States from the Federalist Era to the ordeal of Reconstruction through the end of World War I. This course stresses the development and use of application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation skills. Extensive writing requiring analytical thinking and historical analysis will be required.

Honors American History II

Honors American History II covers the Roaring 20’s to the Technology Age. Emphasis in this course is placed on reading to explore, understand and analyze historic events. Students will also enhance their vocabulary while connecting past events to the present. Students successfully passing Honors American History II will receive 5 American history credits towards Glassboro High School and the State of New Jersey high school graduation requirements.

AP American History I

Advanced Placement American History I is a course designed to encourage students to learn and use higher order cognitive skills to analyze and interpret historical events. The course places heavy emphasis on the development of thinking and writing skills. It requires understanding equivalent to that gained in a college-level introductory course. Rather than simply demanding content mastery of American History I subject matter, this course will develop the skills necessary to arrive at conclusions on the basis of an informed judgment, and present ideas clearly and persuasively in essay form. It must be stressed that although the course is, in part, designed to equip students to take the AP exam, success in the course does not guarantee success on the exam.

AP American History II

The AP American History II course encourages students to use higher order cognitive skills to analyze and interpret historical events. The course places heavy emphasis on the development of thinking and writing skills. It requires understanding equivalent to that gained in a college-level introductory course. Rather than simply demanding content mastery an understanding of this course will develop the skills necessary to present ideas clearly and persuasively in essay form. It MUST be stressed that although the course is, in part, designed to help equip students to take the AP Exam, success in this course DOES NOT guarantee success on the exam.

AP European History

Advanced Placement European History will encompass the chronological time span from the Renaissance and Reformation to the post- World War II era. The intellectual, scientific and ideological origins of the modern world will be traced from the Middle Ages to the history of recent decades. The course will stress the process of history throughout this time period. An optional AP test will be offered to the students at the conclusion of the course. The students will receive college credits upon successful completion of the test. (A fee of approximately $95 will be required to take the test.) Students will have to apply for admission to the course through their guidance counselor. Admission will be granted on the basis of academic grades.

Law and Government

This is a highly interactive course where class participation is mandatory. This course offers students a view of the way our government works and the various ways that the branches of government interact. The course begins by examining the legislative branch to understand the way laws are made and the rationale behind our judicial system. We will look at a variety of court cases as well as the way our judicial system is set up. Students will learn the many ways that laws and government affect them directly and what their legal rights and responsibilities are.

African American History

Students will survey the African American experience from Africa to present day America. Emphasis is on reading, analyzing visuals, developing vocabulary and modeling tolerance for diversity. Students successfully passing African American History will receive five elective credits towards Glassboro High School and the state of New Jersey high school graduation requirements.

Sociology, An Introduction

This course introduces students to the study of human group interactions. Students will explore the major topics of sociological study including the impact of family, education, religion, government, and economics on personal development. The course looks to contemporary literature and the media to develop an appreciation for variations in culture.  This is a five-credit course.

Psychology, an Introduction

Psychology is the study of influences on individual personality and development. The course focuses on the processes by which we learn behaviors as well as the effects of genetics in human growth. Topics studies include learning, problem-solving, stages of growth, effects of stress, and causes and treatments of mental illness. This is a five-credit course.

Economics

 Economics impacts every aspect of our lives, from what we eat, to how we dress to where we live. This course will help you see how your personal financial picture is influenced by government economic decisions and the effect those decisions have on you and your family. When you understand how the economy and the market system works, you will be able to improve your personal finances and make better spending decisions.