Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1
World Geography 1 focuses on four units of study. Unit One focuses on basic concepts of geography and will include detailed study of maps, the practical use of charts and graphs, conservation of resources, population, and cultural components. Units Two through Four will include studies of the political, cultural, physical, and economical geography of the countries of Asia, Australia, the Middle East and North Africa, and Sub-Sahara Africa. Current events highlights will be an important part of the classroom discussions.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: World Geography 1
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1
World Geography 2 involves an in-depth study of the geography of the Western Hemisphere and Europe. Four units of these studies will be offered. A detailed study of the political, cultural, physical and economic geography of Canada, the United States, Latin America, and Europe will be offered in these four units. Current events highlights will be an important part of classroom discussions.
WORLD GEOGRAPHY 1/ COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1 - Top
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None, Keyboarding recommended
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: 1 semester
Credit: 2
Students will enroll in this two course block and will use their computer skills to create work for the geography course. Unit onefocuses on basic concepts of geography and will include detailed study of maps, charts, graphs, conservation of resources, population, and cultural components. Units two through four will include studies of the political, cultural, physical, and economical geography of Asia, Australia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Sub-Sahara Africa. Students will learn to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Microsoft Publisher, and specialized map software. Students will produce maps, trip plans, collect and process data, and prepare both integrated reports and multimedia presentations using the computer and peripheral devices.
WORLD GEOGRAPHY 2/COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 2 - Top
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: World Geography 1/Computer Applications 1
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: 1 semester
Credit: 2
Students will study the geography of the Western Hemisphere and Europe including a detailed study of the political, cultural, physical and economic geography of Canada, the United States, Latin America, and Europe. Students will learn more complex functions of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Publisher along with other specialized software. Students will use the computer as a tool to create various types of documents and presentations related to their study of geography including brochures, multimedia presentations, spreadsheets, and databases. Students will download information from the Internet as needed.
CULTURAL FOODS 1-2/WORLD GEOGRAPHY 1-2 - Top
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2 in Family and Consumer Science, 2 in Social Studies
This is a full year block course combining World Geography 1-2 and Foods 1-2 which will meet daily. While students will learn the same content in geography that is taught in World Geography 1-2, the content of Cultural Foods will differ from the content of Foods 1-2. Basic material covered in Cultural Foods will allow students to progress to Foods 3-4. During the first six-weeks the course will cover the basic concepts of geography and foods. The second and third six-weeks will include an in-depth study of Asia, The Middle East and North Africa. Students will learn the political, economic, and physical features of the countries in these regions. The foodways of each region will be studied as well. The blocking of these two courses should help students to have a more complete understanding of the areas' cultures. The second semester will be devoted to the study of the United States, Canada, Latin America and Europe. By combining these courses, the students will become immersed in the cultures of diverse international regions, thus enhancing their appreciation of American diversity. Students taking this course should be motivated toward research and want to improve their verbal and written presentation skills. Fee--$15.00
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1
This is the first semester of the Carmel High School social studies elective in world history. This first semester curriculum is designed to provide students with the initial standards outlined in the Indiana Academic Standards in World History in preparation for the Core 40 examination in World History. Starting with the beginnings of human society and continuing through medieval Europe and the rise of Western civilization, this class will focus upon the study of major social, political, economic and cultural developments. It is open to all students and will satisfy one semester of social studies electives.
(Because of the nature of the indiana Academic Standards for Core 40 classes, this class should be the initial course taken in sequence followed by World History 2.)
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1
This is the second semester of the Carmel High School social studies elective in world history. This will complete the curriculum based upon the Indiana Academic Standards in World History in providing students with a survey of world history preparing for the Indiana Core 40 examination. It will focus upon the period of world history beginning with the Renaissance and Reformation and continuing with the major social, political, economic and cultural developments through the present. It is open to all students and will satisfy one semester of social studies electives.
(Because of the nature of the Indiana Academic Standards for Core 40 classes, this class should be taken in sequence after World History 1.)
EUROPEAN HISTORY 1-2, Advanced Placement - Top
Classification: Advanced Placement
Prerequisite: World History 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
This course is designed specifically for students who are planning to take the AP exam in European History. European History AP gives students a thorough understanding of the major themes in modern European history (1450-present). The course's primary emphasis on the intellectual, cultural, political, diplomatic, social, and economic developments in modern European history serve to give students a comprehensive understanding of this period in European history. In order to better prepare students for this class and the subsequent exam, it is strongly suggested that students take World History 2 in the fall semester immediately preceding the European History AP class in the spring semester. However, upperclassmen who have taken World History 2 in a prior year are able and encouraged to still take this course. While it is not required that students take the AP European History exam at the approximate cost of $80.00, it is expected--the focus of the class is to adequately prepare students toward this end.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 1
This course will build upon concepts developed in previous studies of American history in the Carmel Clay Schools. It will emphasize national development from the end of the Reconstruction period (1877) and continue chronologically through 1940. Students will study key economic, social, political and cultural events of these periods as well as the people, groups, and movements that have an impact on the life of Indiana and the United States. This course will satisfy one semester of the junior year United States history requirement for graduation from Carmel High School and is open to all level of students.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 1
This course will further build upon concepts developed in previous studies of American history, in particular US 1 and will emphasize the continued national development of the United States following World War I to the present. Students will study key economic, social, political and cultural events of the periods as well as the people, groups and movements that have an impact on the life of Indiana and the United States. This course will complete the two semesters of United States history required of juniors for graduation from Carmel High School and is open to all level of students.
UNITED STATES HISTORY 1-2/AMERICAN LITERATURE 1-2 - Top
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 11
Credit: Credit: 4 (2 in Social Studies and 2 in English)
Course content includes the basic requirements of American literature, composition and United States history. The interdisciplinary approach will enhance students' awareness of relationship of historical events and literature from the Puritan period to 1994. Writing skills will be emphasized. Successful completion of this course satisfies the junior requirements for junior level English and Social Studies. The second semester of the course will be devoted to 20th Century American literature and history. This course requires a two-period block of time and is team taught. This is a full year course and transfers out are not permitted at semester break. (Time covered: 1600 to Present.)
UNITED STATES HISTORY 1-2/AMERICAN LITERATURE 1-2, Honors - Top
Classification: Honors
Prerequisite: Selection process
Open to: 11
Credit: 4 (2 in social studies, 2 in English)
This course is offered to students recommended as most able in English and Social Studies. Admission will be through administrative selection with student agreement. Course content includes an integrated study of American literature, composition and history dating from Puritan times to the present. Successful completion of this course will satisfy the junior requirement in both English and Social Studies. The second semester of the course will be devoted to 20th Century American literature and history. This course requires a two-period block of time and is team taught. This is a full year course and transfers out are not permitted at semester break. (Time covered: 1600 to Present.)
UNITED STATES HISTORY 1-2, Advanced Placement - Top
Classification: Advanced Placement
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 11
Credit: 2
This is a two-semester course designed for the highly academically motivated student who has a very strong interest and aptitude in United States history. During the first semester, course content covers from the colonial period to the end of the 19th Century. The second semester is devoted to the 20th Century. While it is not required that students take the AP U.S. History exam at the approximate cost of $80.00, it is expected--the focus of the class is to adequately prepare students toward this end. Extensive reading and writing in American history is required. This course will satisfy the full year requirement in United States history. (Students wishing to transfer from this course at the end of the first semester will be assigned to United States History 4; however, they will not be prepared for the AP Exam in May.)
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT - Top
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Two semesters of United States History
Open to: 12
Credit: 1
This course examines the tripartite organization of government in the United States—the legislative, executive and judicial branches—at the federal, state and local levels. Consideration is given to the relationships between and responsibilities of the three branches, as well as the various governmental levels. Included will be a study of 1) how laws are made by the legislative bodies—Congress, the Indiana General Assembly, county councils, city councils andother representative or regulatory bodies; and 2) administration of the laws by the President, the governor, and various county officials and mayors. Approximately one third of course is devoted to Indiana state and local government.
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS, Advanced Placement - Top
Classification: Advanced Placement
Prerequisite: Two semesters of US History
Open to: 12
Credit: 1
This course will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. The course will include both the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis of specific examples. It also will include the study of various institutions, groups, beliefs and ideas that constitute U.S. politics. Students will become acquainted with a variety of theoretical perspectives and explanations for various behaviors and outcomes. The course will be presented at a college freshman instructional level and students should be highly motivated and possess superior writing skills. While it is not required that students take the appropriate AP exam at the approximate cost of $78.00, it is expected--the focus of the class is to adequately prepare students toward this end. (This course satisfies the graduation requirement for a credit in government.)
COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS, Advanced Placement - Top
Classification: Advanced Placement
Prerequisite: United States Government and selection process
Open to: 12
Credit: 1
This is an elective course for seniors with a strong interest in the field of political science. Within this challenging curriculum, students will develop an understanding of some of the world's diverse political structures and practices by studying both specific countries as well as the general concepts used to interpret the political relationships and institutions found in virtually all national polities. General topics covered will include the following: sources of public authority and political power; the relationship between state and society; the relationships between citizens and states; political institutions and frameworks; political change; and the comparative method. The course will follow the national Advanced Placement curriculum in Comparative Government.
This class is open to seniors and will satisfy one semester of social studies credit for graduation and Core 40 requirements. This course does not satisfy the senior government requirement.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 12
Credit: 1
This course will begin with a study of the mechanics of United States foreign policy decision-making and will apply these theories to current United States foreign policies. A current events approach will be taken in the study of areas of international concern such as United Nations, the Middle East, the Third World, terrorism, and the dissolution of the Cold War. A major portion of the class will be devoted to social science research and writing techniques. An acceptable research paper is required for credit.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 1
This course consists of the study of the relationships among people and the social conditions in which those relationships occur. The sociological concepts of culture, socialization, social structure and social inequality are the primary areas of study. Included within these general areas of study are the topics of deviance, social control, organizations, stratification, social institutions and the family.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 1
This course for college-bound students concentrates on the overall view of America's economic operation. Special emphasis will be placed on the basic theories that are the backbone of the American economic system. Emphasis will be placed on the comparison of the capitalistic economic system to those of other nations. Attention will be given to the role of the individual as he is involved in the total process. The forces of supply and demand will be studied as they originate in the specific behavior of buyers and sellers. Investment, employment, and consumption will be related to individual decisions to expand or curtail production, to hire or fire workers, or to buy a commodity. Emphasis will be on the behavior patterns of individuals and firms. The role of the individual in other economic systems and international trade and its implications will alsobe studied. The course will be a combination of lecture, research, group work, and independent study. (This course satisfies the senior social studies elective required for the Academic Honors Diploma.)
MICROECONOMICS, Advanced Placement - Top
Classification: Advanced Placement
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 1
This college-level course gives students a thorough understanding of economics that apply to the functions of indivdual decision makers within the larger economy. While it is not required that students take the AP Microeconomics exam at the approximate cost of $80.00, it is expected--the focus of the class is to adequately prepare students toward this end. (This course satisfies the senior social studies requirement for the Academic Honors Diploma.)
MACROECONOMICS, Advanced Placement - Top
Classification: Advanced Placement
Prerequisite: Microeconomics, AP
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 1
This college-level course gives students a thorough understanding of the principles of economics that apply to an economic system as a whole. Such a course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price determination, and also develops students' familiarity with economic performance measures, economic growth, and international economics. While it is not required that students take the AP Macroeconomics exam, it is expected--the focus of the class is to adequately prepare students toward this end. One, approximately, $80.00 fee covers both the AP exams in economics.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Two semesters of U.S. history
Open to: 12
Credit: 1
This course is designed to provide students with a practical understanding of law and the legal system and its development, the United States and Indiana constitutions, criminal and juvenile law, consumer law, family law. housing law and individual rights and liberties. (This course does not meet senior graduation requirements in social studies.)
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 1
This course seeks to systematically investigate some of those interesting aspects of human behavior which account for the varied actions of the individuals one sees in the world around him. Such characteristics as creative ability,intelligence, attitudes, prejudices, stereotypes, and mental stability and instability will be discussed. Emphasis will be on the psychologist's goal of predicting human behavior. A final unit will seek to challenge each student to probe his own unique pattern of adjustment through "value clarification" classroom activities. (This course does not meet senior social studies graduation requirements.)
PSYCHOLOGY, Advanced Placement - Top
Classification: Advanced Placement
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 1
This college-level course is designed for qualified students who wish to complete studies in secondary school equivalent to a college psychology introductory course. The aim is to provide the student with learning experince in the study of behavior and mental processes of humans and animals. The Advanced Placement course introduces students to the discipline of psychology by emphasizing the history of psychology as a science, the different theoretical approaches that underlie explanations of behavior and the contemporary research methods used by psychologists. Students will learn about methods psychologists use in their science and practice. While it is not required that students take the AP Psychology exam at the approximate cost of $80.00, it is expected--the focus of the class is to adequately prepare students toward this end. (This course does not meet senior social studies graduation requirements.) This course is not open to students who have earned credit in Psychology.