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The AP Human Geography course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth’s surfaces. Students learn to employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human socioeconomic organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their research and applications. Because of the scope and depth of the course, outside homework may be required of the student. Notes: All students enrolled in this course are expected to take the AP exam.

Pre-AP World History and Geography focuses deeply on the concepts and skills that have maximum value for high school, college, careers, and civic life. The course builds students’ essential skills and helps to prepare them for a range of AP history and social science coursework during high school, including AP Human Geography and all three AP history courses. The learning model is that of an apprenticeship. Primary and secondary sources take center stage in the classroom, and students use the tools of the historian and geographer to examine questions and build arguments. This course follows Pathway 2 focusing on World History from 1450 to present.

AP World History: Modern is an introductory college-level modern world history course. Students cultivate their understanding of world history from c. 1200 CE to the present through analyzing historical sources and learning to make connections and craft historical arguments as they explore concepts like humans and the environment, cultural developments and interactions, governance, economic systems, social interactions and organization, and technology and innovation. Because of the scope and depth of the course, outside homework may be required of the student. Notes: All students enrolled in this course are expected to take the AP exam.

Course Description: This survey of World Civilizations offers students a global and comparative perspective on the development of civilization since 1500. A student successfully completing this course will: 1. Explain and analyze information from primary and secondary sources (written, visual, and statistical) from the early modern and modern periods of world history. 2. Compare and analyze historical themes from different cultures of the world. 3. Use information from these sources to reach original conclusions about historical issues. 4. Present these conclusions, supported by appropriate evidence, clearly and coherently. This is an NWACC course to take instead of high school World History. Notes: See General Information on concurrent online courses. Beginning with the fall of 2022 this course is eligible for weighted credit.

United States History Since 1890 focuses on the effects of changing culture, technology, world economy, and environment, as well as the impact of global conflicts on contemporary society in the United States. Students will develop an understanding of the cause-and-effect relationship between past and present events, recognize patterns of interactions, and understand the impact of events in the United States within an interconnected world. Students will utilize the skills of: reading, writing, speaking, and listening to seek answers to compelling and supporting questions.

This semester course explores aspects in American history from Reconstruction to the second half of the Twentieth Century. This survey encompasses the constitutional, political, social and economic development of the United States since 1877. Particular emphasis will be placed on the rise of the United States as an industrial and world power. Notes: See General Information on Concurrent online courses. Beginning with the fall of 2022 this course is eligible for weighted credit.

This semester course explores aspects in American history beginning with European backgrounds; discovery and settlement; concluding with the Civil War and Reconstruction. This survey encompasses the constitutional, political, social and economic development of the United States prior to 1877. Notes: See General Information on Concurrent online courses. Beginning with the fall of 2022 this course is eligible for weighted credit.

Students enrolled in AP U. S. History will investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes from approximately 1491 to the present. The course also provides seven themes that students explore: Equivalent of a two-semester introductory college or university U.S. history course. Because of the scope and depth of the course, outside homework may be required of the student. Notes: All students enrolled in this course are expected to take the AP exam. This course is offered in person and high school online.

ADE Enhanced AP United States Government and Politics includes both the study of general concepts used to interpret United States politics and the analysis of specific examples. Students will study the following topics: constitutional underpinnings of United States government, political beliefs and behaviors, political parties, interest groups, and mass media, institutions of national government, public policy, civil rights and civil liberties, state and local government, and Arkansas laws affecting juveniles. Successful completion of this course allows the students to also receive academic credit for Civics. Because of the scope and depth of the course, outside homework may be required of the student. Notes: All students enrolled in this course are expected to take the AP exam.

Students will study the foundations of American democracy and the origins of American government. Emphasis is placed on the American Constitution and the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a democratic society. In addition, the roles of political parties, campaigns, elections, public opinion, and the media will also be considered. Throughout the course, students will develop and apply disciplinary literacy skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Preferred course for seniors /12th grade paired with Economics.

This semester course addresses the organization, functions, institutions, and problems of the federal government will be studied including the United States Constitution, Congress, the Presidency and federal bureaucracy, and the judicial system. Additional study will be given to political parties, public opinion, interest groups, voting and elections, Supreme Court decisions, and other political aspects and activities of government. Notes: See General Information on Concurrent online Courses and NWACC Enrollment. Beginning with the fall of 2022 this course is eligible for weighted credit.

Economics emphasizes economic decision-making. Students will explore the interrelationships among consumers, producers, resources, and labor as well as the interrelationships between national and global economies. Additionally, students will examine the relationship between individual choices and the direct influence of these choices on occupational goals and future earning potential. This course fulfills the state digital learning requirement. Preferred course for seniors paired with Civics.

Students must enroll in both AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics. AP Macroeconomics focuses on the nature of the broader economic system as a whole. Emphasis is placed on the study of topics ranging from national income, inflation, unemployment, to international economics. AP Microeconomics focuses on the decision-making process of individuals and firms within the broader economic system. This course also provides students with additional state required personal finance standards. Successful completion of both semesters of this course allows students to receive academic credit for Economics. Completion of one semester of this course will not meet the requirement for Economics. Because of the scope and depth of the course, outside homework may be required of the student. Notes: All students enrolled in this course are expected to take both AP exams.

Students must enroll in both AP Microeconomics and AP Macroeconomics. AP Macroeconomics focuses on the nature of the broader economic system as a whole. Emphasis is placed on the study of topics ranging from national income, inflation, unemployment, to international economics. AP Microeconomics focuses on the decision-making process of individuals and firms within the broader economic system. This course also provides students with additional state required personal finance standards. Successful completion of both semesters of this course allows students to receive academic credit for Economics. Completion of one semester of this course will not meet the requirement for Economics. Because of the scope and depth of the course, outside homework may be required of the student. Notes: All students enrolled in this course are expected to take both AP exams.

Sociology is a one-semester social studies elective course, which introduces students to the social systems that are the foundation of society. An emphasis is placed on culture, social status, social institutions, and social problems, as well as resulting behaviors. Using the tools and techniques of sociologists, students will examine the causes, consequences, and possible solutions for various social issues. Students will read major sociological theorists as well as consider how sociologists approach issues.

This one semester course investigates basic principles and theories of behavior in the areas of learning, memory, perception, development, biological basis of behavior, motivation and emotion, personality, stress, abnormal behavior and social and interpersonal relationships. Notes: See General Information on Concurrent online courses. Beginning with the fall of 2022 this course is eligible for weighted credit.

The AP Psychology course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Because of the scope and depth of the course, outside homework may be required of the student. Students interested in IB Psychology II are encouraged to take the course during 11th grade. Notes: All students enrolled in this course are expected to take the AP exam.

Students investigate significant events, individuals, developments, and processes in four historical periods from approximately 1450 to the present. The course also provides seven themes that students explore throughout the course in order to make connections among historical developments in different times and places: interaction of Europe and the world, economic and commercial development, cultural and intellectual development, states and other institutions of power, social organization and development, national and European identity, and technological and scientific innovations. Because of the scope and depth of the course, outside homework may be required of the student. Notes: All students enrolled in this course are expected to take the AP exam.