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Coyle and Cassidy High School
2 Hamilton Street | Taunton, MA 02780 | Phone: 508.823.6164 | Fax: 508.823.2530 |
" Tradition Lives Here " |
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Social Studies Department
FRESHMEN SOCIAL STUDIES
WORLD HISTORY (Level 3) - Freshman Honors History - This course is offered to provide students with a knowledge of the development of man from prehistoric times to the modern day. Particular emphasis will be placed on the Egyptian, Greek and Roman Civilizations as well as a detailed study of the Middle Ages and Contemporary period. Within these identified epochs, the political, economic, and social development of civilizations will be examined. PREREQUISITES: · Outstanding placement test scores · Evidence of excellence and good effort in elementary school METHODOLOGY: Discussion, lecture, independent research, critical evaluation, use of AV material. Technology will be fully implemented throughout the course and students will become proficient in the use of Publisher for their research and presentation activities. HOMEWORK: 4 to 6 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Student responsibility with some review with the teacher. MARKING: A - C acceptable grades. D+ - F unacceptable. Student should increase study and preparation.
WESTERN CIVILIZATION (Level 2) - this full year course is designed to introduce the freshmen student to Western civilization from prehistoric times through the Napoleonic Era. PREREQUISITE: · Placement test scores and Middle School grades METHODOLOGY: Discussion, lecture, independent research, critical evaluation, use of AV material. Technology will be fully implemented throughout the course and students will become proficient in the use of Publisher for their research and presentation activities. HOMEWORK: 3 to 5 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Study guides, in-class review with question and answer period with teacher. MARKING: A - D acceptable grades. F - student should increase study time and preparation.
WESTERN CIVILIZATION (Level 1) - this course is designed for the freshmen student who would benefit from a slower pace and a smaller class size. This course will introduce the freshmen student to Western Civilization from Prehistoric times through the Napoleonic Era. Placement in this course will be based on prior grades and placement exam scores. METHODOLOGY: Technology will be fully implemented throughout the course and students will become proficient in the use of Publisher for their research and presentation activities. HOMEWORK: 1 to 2 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts and articles. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Study guides, in-class review, drill work. MARKING: A - D acceptable grades. F - student should increase study time and preparation.
AMERICAN STUDIES I (Level 3) - Through this in-depth interdisciplinary survey of American history from pre-Columbian to Reconstruction (1865-1877). Students will develop an appreciation for American history. Course open only to Sophomores who meet the prerequisites. This course satisfies the first year U.S. History requirement and is followed by American Studies II in the junior year. Within these identified epochs, the political, economic, and social development of the United States will be examined. PREREQUISITES: · Successful completion of World History H · Evidence of good effort and critical thinking skills · Recommendation of the Social Studies Departments METHODOLOGY: Discussion, lecture, independent research, critical evaluation, use of AV material. Technology will be fully implemented throughout the course and students will become proficient in the use of Publisher for their research and presentation activities. HOMEWORK: 4 to 6 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Student responsibility with some review with the teacher.
U.S. HISTORY I (Level 2) - This course fulfills the first year of our two-year U.S. history requirement. In this course, students will undertake a detailed study of American History from the pre-Colonial period to the Civil War. Emphasis will be placed on economic, social, and political issues. METHODOLOGY: Discussion, lecture, handouts, work sheets, use of AV material, class discussion, and role-playing. Technology will be fully implemented throughout the course and students will become proficient in the use of Publisher for their research and presentation activities. HOMEWORK: 3 to 5 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Study guides, in-class review with question and answer period with teacher. MARKING: A - D acceptable grades. F - student should increase study time and preparation.
U.S. HISTORY I (Level 1) This course, which fulfills the first year of our two-year U.S. history requirement, is designed for the student who struggles in history and would benefit from a slower pace. This course entails a detailed study of American History from the pre-Colonial period to the Civil War. Emphasis will be placed on economic, social and political issues. METHODOLOGY: Students will expand their use of technology to support research and presentation activities. Discussion, lecture, handouts, work sheets, use of AV material, class discussion, and role-playing. HOMEWORK: 1 to 2 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts and articles. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic activities and other group projects. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Study guides, in-class review, drill work. MARKING: A - D acceptable grades. F - student should increase study time and preparation.
AMERICAN STUDIES II (Level 3) - Through this in-depth interdisciplinary survey of American history from Reconstruction (1865-1877) to the present day. Within these identified epochs, the political, economic, and social development of the United States will be examined. This course is open only to Juniors who meet the prerequisites. This course satisfies the second year U.S. History requirement in the junior year. Students who successfully complete the American Studies courses (B or higher average) will have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement offerings during their senior year. PREREQUISITES: · Successful completion of American Studies I with a B or higher average · Evidence of good effort and critical thinking skills · Recommendation of the Social Studies Department METHODOLOGY: Students will expand their use of technology to support research and presentation activities. Discussion, lecture, class discussion, handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents and role-playing will be utilized. HOMEWORK: 4 to 6 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Student responsibility with some review with the teacher. MARKING: A - C acceptable grades. D+ - F unacceptable. Student should increase study and preparation.
U.S. HISTORY II (Level 2) - fulfills second year of two-year U.S. history requirement – This team taught course offers a detailed study of American History from the Reconstruction period to the present day. Emphasis will be placed on economic, social, and political issues. METHODOLOGY: Students will expand their use of technology to support research and presentation activities. Discussion, lecture, class discussion, handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents and role-playing will be utilized. HOMEWORK: 3 to 5 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities and other group projects. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Study guides, in-class review with question and answer period with teacher. MARKING: A - D acceptable grades. F - student should increase study time and preparation.
U.S. HISTORY II: (Level 1) –This course, which fulfills the second year of our two-year U.S. history requirement, is designed for the student who finds history difficult and would benefit from a slower pace and smaller class size. This course entails a detailed study of American History from Reconstruction period to present day. Emphasis will be placed on economic, social and political issues. METHODOLOGY: Class reading, discussion, lecture, group work, handouts, work sheets, use of AV material, use of overhead and outlines HOMEWORK: 1 to 2 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts and articles. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Group projects and alternative assessments. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Study guides, in-class review, drill work. MARKING: A - D acceptable grades. F - student should increase study time and preparation.
AP AMERICAN HISTORY (Level 4) - This highly intensive course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Test in U.S. History. All students who take this course must take the AP Exam in May. Within these identified epochs, the political, economic, and social development of the United States will be examined. Many primary and secondary sources will be used. This course fulfills the second year U.S. history requirement for those who have taken American Civilization. It is also offered as a senior elective for those who excelled in U.S. History I & II. PREREQUISITES: · Students must have a B average in their current history course · Have taken either American Civilization or U.S. History I and II · Recommendation of the Social Studies department · Pass a department pretest with an 80 or better. METHODOLOGY: Discussion, lecture, independent research, critical evaluation, use of AV material. Technology will be fully implemented throughout the course and students will become proficient in the use of Publisher for their research and presentation activities. HOMEWORK: 5 to 7 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, book carts, articles, outside documents and primary source documents. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities and alternative assessments. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Student responsibility. MARKING: A - C acceptable grades. D+ - F unacceptable. Student should increase study and preparation.
AP EUROPEAN HISTORY - This course is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Test in European History. All students who take this course must take the AP Exam in May. This course will cover material from the Renaissance through the Modern era. Primary and secondary sources will be used. PREREQUISITES: · Students must have a B average in their current history course · Have taken either American Civilization or U.S. History I and II · Recommendation of the Social Studies department · Pass a department pretest with an 80 or better · World History in the freshmen year is also strongly suggested. METHODOLOGY: Discussion, lecture, independent research, critical evaluation, use of AV material. Technology will be fully implemented throughout the course and students will become proficient in the use of Publisher for their research and presentation activities. HOMEWORK: 5 to 7 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, reserved books. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities and alternative assessments REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Student responsibility. MARKING: A - C acceptable grades. D+ - F unacceptable. Student should increase study and preparation.
PSYCHOLOGY (Level 2) - This course is an introductory full-year course detailing the various approaches of psychology. Freud, Jung, and Alder being just a few representing different views on psychology and psychoanalysis. Identifying anomalies in the human condition, the cause(s) of those difficulties and the subsequent treatment for those individuals with a debilitating psychological problem. An emphasis in this course will be society’s responsibility to treat and care for those afflicted with a psychological disorder. METHODOLOGY: Discussion, lecture, handouts, work sheets, use of AV material, class discussion, and role-playing HOMEWORK: 3 to 5 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, articles. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities and alternative assessments. REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Study guides, in-class review with question and answer period with teacher. MARKING: A - D acceptable grades. F - student should increase study time and preparation.
SOCIOLOGY (Level 2) - This course deals with the interaction of people in social groups—the way they act and react depending upon the stimulus. Areas such as personality, socialization, the development of self, social institutions are studied. Also some specific social problems such as crime, urbanization, racial and minority relations will be studied. METHODOLOGY: Discussion, lecture, handouts, work sheets, use of AV material, class discussion, and role-playing HOMEWORK: 3 to 5 hours per week. OUTSIDE READING: Handouts, articles. PROJECTS/PAPERS: Authentic learning activities and alternative assessments REVIEW FOR EXAMS: Study guides, in-class review with question and answer period with teacher. MARKING: A - D acceptable grades. F - student should increase study time and preparation.
THE WORLD TODAY (Level 2) - This semester course will focus on current world topics. The background of world leaders and events will be studied along with their causes and changes. Student input from outside readings and class assignments will play a major role in this class. This class will consist of class lecture, handouts, films, class discussions, quizzes, written reports, and alternative assessments.
STREET LAW (Level 2) - This introductory semester course will detail the various aspects of Street Law. Students will be introduced to the foundation of our legal system, constitutional rights of the individual, and the legal process. An emphasis in this course will be the society’s responsibility to understand the American Judicial System through practical, classroom activities that are both individual and group related.
PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS (Level 2) – This semester course in social studies offers seniors the opportunity to become familiar with some aspects of the economy. It will provide them with training in economic analysis and problem-solving techniques. This course will focus on both microeconomic and macroeconomic theories and applications.
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