WISE - DODEA Course Descriptions
English
English 9
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1
This course contains assignments related to specific literary
genres including but not limited to drama, poetry, and short
stories. In addition to the reading assignments, each module
contains writing assignments with opportunity for revision,
grammar lessons, and literary analysis assignments. Reading
will cover a variety of genres from different cultures and
eras. Writing assignments will have an emphasis on the writing
process.
English 10
Prerequisite: English 9 or equivalent
Credit: 1
This class encompasses many aspects of the English language
and literature. A major part of this course will be the
study of literature using comprehensive anthology. This
is the study of literary genres: plays, poetry, short stories,
nonfiction, and novel. These selections also emphasize our
literary heritage through the reading of both classical
and modern pieces. Students will utilize writing skills
in the composition of written essays.
English 11
Prerequisite: English 10 or equivalent
Credit: 1
Students will read and analyze the relationship among American
literature, history, and culture. Literary movements will
be described and contrasted while students explore and differentiate
among characters. Informational texts will provide a study
of vocabulary, composition, and style. Persuasive writing,
business writing, and research papers will be assigned so
students develop a practical writing application.
English 12
Prerequisite: English 11 or equivalent
Credit: 1
Students are introduced to works from the entire spectrum
of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period up to
contemporary writings. Writing assignments will cover essay
composition, analytical writing, and technical writing skills.
Opportunities to individualize course work in both reading
and writing will be provided through assignment options
and independent reading.
Mathematics
Algebra I
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1
Algebra I introduces the use of mathematical expressions
to solve both real world and theoretical problems. Through
this course, students will become mathematical problems
solvers as they explore and apply the concepts of equations
and solution methods. This course will allow students to
make connections between Algebraic concepts, activities,
applications, technology, disciplines, and cultures.
Geometry
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Credit: 1
The study of this course will provide a learning base for
students to better understand and analyze certain aspects
of their surroundings and apply mathematical concepts to
real-life situations. Students will apply formulas and mathematical
equations to solve and analyze problems. Throughout this
course, students will build on prior knowledge of Algebra
and other areas of mathematics. Students will study various
geometric concepts and how these skills are applied.
Science
Biology I
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1
Students will explore the relationships among facts, concepts,
and principles of Biology. They will develop study skills,
communication skills, science process skills, and mathematics
skills as they proceed through this course. Mathematics
is the language of the scientist, so this course encourages
students to apply mathematics in order to illustrate the
close relationship between math and science.
Earth Science
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1
Students will be introduced to Earth Science through reading,
interactive web research and laboratories. Students will
explore the nature of science through the investigation
of various Earth Science concepts. The course is divided
into four main topics: Astronomy, Meteorology, Oceanography
and Geology. Subtopics include planets, stars and the universe;
atmosphere and weather; Earth’s oceans; history of
the Earth, plate tectonics and volcanoes. Students will
interpret data through the use and development of online
maps, graphs and charts.
Social
Studies
US History
Prerequisite: World History or Equivalent
Credit: 1
U.S. History is a course in which students examine the
political, economic, social and cultural growth of the United
States. Students study major historical developments and
their impact on contemporary society and the individual.
Map and globe reading, critical thinking, writing, research
and group process skills are refined. Students will trace
and examine the development of U.S. History from early discoveries
to modern times; recognize major issues, movements, people,
and events; analyze the impact of other cultures on the
growth and development of the United States; demonstrate
knowledge of events and issues of the various periods and
significant events of U.S. history.
World History
I and II
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1, Elective
Students will recognize the migration of pre-historic humans
throughout the world; compare the rise and development of
societies; explain the events, technologies and ideas that
shaped societies, and compare and contrast the elements
of societies around the world. Part II, students will trace
and examine the development of world history from the early
Middle Ages to Modern times; perform effective historical
research and analysis; know significant dates, names, places,
events, and ideas; recognize the impacts of politics, culture,
and economics during this period; and differentiate among
the events of major eras and ages and analyze their implications.
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