Social Studies

Geography for Life
0.5 credit
Instructor: Shannon Lott
Geography is described as the study of the “why of the where.” Geography for Life will explore how to use geography as a tool to better understand the world in which we live. Students will learn to evaluate and question the why and where of spatial perceptions that are read, seen, and heard.
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World Civilizations
1.0 credit
Instructor: Heidi Schlegel
The study of World Civilizations emphasizes the increasing interrelationships over time of the world’s peoples. These interrelationships have developed in two major arenas. First, the relationships have developed among major regions of the world: East Asia, South Asia, Southwest Asia (Middle East), Africa, Europe, North America and Latin America. Second, they have developed within all aspects of human activity: political, economic, social, philosophical and religious, scientific and technological, and artistic.
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U.S. History II
1.0 credit
Instructors: Megann Bench
Understanding United States history is essential for the continuation of our democratic society. This course will help students make connections between their world and the rich heritage of United States history.
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U.S. Government & Citizenship
0.5 credit
Instructors: Shannon Lott, Mark Smith
The goal of this course is to foster informed, responsible participation in public life. Knowing how to be a good citizen is essential to the preservation and improvement of United States democracy. Upon completion of this course the student will understand the major ideas, protections, privileges, structures, and economic systems that affect the life of a citizen in the United States political system.
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Psychology
0.5 credit
Instructor: Mark Smith
This course attempts to help the student understand "Psychology". This is the study of how and why we do the things we do. Psychology includes the study of emotions, motivation, how the brain works and our perceptions. We'll study personality and intelligence as well as mental illnesses and the therapies that help these.
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