Social Studies Courses
Economics - World Geography - US History - World History
Electives: Social Sciences and Service Learning
US and World History
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WORLD GEOGRAPHY AND HISTORY OF THE WORLD (Full Year) (Two Credits)
Grade Level 9-12
Why is America in a “war on terror”? Will China someday be more powerful than America? What kind of music do teenagers in Egypt listen to? In an era of globalization, the answers to these and other questions are more important than ever. Students interested in learning not only geographic skills, but also more about the cultures and history of other countries around the world should consider this course. We will study a range of topics from religion to sports and leisure to terrorism. We will learn what the world around us is like, and attempt to answer questions about how we fit into that world. This course is designed to engage students in real world issues and develop an understanding of some of the problems they will encounter in their future.
HONORS WORLD GEORGRAPHY AND HISTORY OF THE WORLD (Full Year) (Two Credits) Grade Level 9-12
Honors World Geography and History of the World is a more in-depth and theoretical approach to the course described above.
WORLD HISTORY HONORS AND CORE 40 (Full Year) (Two Credits) Grade Level 9- 12 (primarilary 10th grade )
Do you enjoy discussing topics and ideas related to how humans developed? Do the ideas related to philosophy and religion catch your imagination? Does the study of empires such as Greece, and Rome interest you? Would you like to attend a Renaissance food and fun festival? If so this may be the course you are looking for. Students who take this class should be thinking bout college, be skilled in note taking, have the ability to write 2-3 page papers, and be able to work individually as well as in a group setting. World History will attempt to take a critical look at the world that has developed from our past. The basis of this course are the people, ideas, technologies, and inventions that have influenced who we are today.
AP UNITED STATES HISTORY (Full Year) (Two Credits) Grade Level 11
This course is designed to provide a fast-paced, critical analysis of United States History from the period of the Age of Exploration to the 21st Century. The scope of the course includes five major areas: To study the major themes of U.S. History from the Age of Exploration into the 21st Century; To prepare those students who choose to take the Advanced Placement Examination in American History as prepared by the College Board; To reinforce study skills and challenge students who assumed to possess a high degree of motivation to read, write, and think their way to a working mastery of U.S. History; To create an understanding of the role of the United State in the modern world and our individual responsibilities as members of our national community; To offer students a great way to prepare for college courses.
CORE 40 US HISTORY (Full Year) (Two Credits) Grade Level 11
Students that will take this class will learn through various learning methods including discussions, lectures, guest speakers, group work, primary and secondary source readings, research gathering and documentation, comparing and contrasting, note taking, oral presentations, and debates. Each student will have the opportunity to develop stronger learning behaviors with the wide variety of teaching strategies that will occur. Assessment tools include traditional tests, essays, research papers, individual oral presentations, group projects, group oral presentations, and other performance tasks. Rating sheets and rubrics will be provided for assignments throughout the year to help you know exactly what is expected.
HONORS GOVERNMENT (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade Level 12
This course provides a framework for understanding the purposes, principles, and practices of American government as established by the United States Constitution. Students are expected to understand their rights and responsibilities as citizens and how to exercise these rights and responsibilities in local, state, and national government. Students will be responsible for extensive reading, writing, and research activities during this course to better understand their role in a democratic society.
CORE 40 GOVERNMENT (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade Level 12
This course provides a framework for understanding the purposes, principles, and practices of American government as established by the United States Constitution. Students are expected to understand their rights and responsibilities as citizens and how to exercise these rights and responsibilities in local, state, and national government. Students will participate in various activities and research to gain a better understanding of their role in a democratic society.
HONORS ECONOMICS (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade Level 12
Honors Economicsis a semester-long course that will provide students with the necessary theoretical and practical background to function as a well-informed decision-maker within our global economy. Students will participate in economic analysis and study economic policy with emphasis on market economies, without ignoring the traditional, command, and mixed economies. Both micro and macro economics topics are addressed within this course. Students will investigate the basic economic principals of supply and demand, as well as examine such topics as the labor force, unemployment, personal finance, and financial planning. Developing their critical thinking, decision-making, and collaborative skills through the use of real world examples, students will study causes and consequences of economic events. Students will be expected to handle multiple assignments and world independently to meet course deadlines.
CORE 40 ECONOMICS (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade Level 12
Core 40 Economics is a semester-long course that examines the complex world of micro and macro economics. Students will investigate the basic economic principals of supply and demand, as well as examine such topics as the labor force, unemployment, personal finance, and financial planning. Developing their critical thinking, decision-making, and collaborative skills through the use of real world examples, students will study causes and consequences of economic events. Students will be expected to handle multiple assignments and world independently to meet course deadlines.
APPLIED ECONOMICS (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade Level 12
Applied Economics is a semester-long course that takes a hands-on look into the area of making choices in a world where scarcity exists. In Applied Economics, students are exposed to basic economic concepts such as supply and demand, with an emphasis on real life applications. Students will examine the owning and maintaining of checking and savings accounts, as well as look at the process involved in completing basic tax returns. Students are expected to possess basic math skills, in addition to being able to determine percents. Students will be expected to apply what they have learned in class by creating a fictitious business from the ground up, creating a business proposal , searching for and obtaining financial backing, etc. Students will develop the decision-making skills to help
Electives
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INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL SCIENCES (Full Year) (Two Credits) Grade Level 9
Looking for something truly different and exciting? Consistently rated a student favorite, Intro to Social Sciences may be just the answer. In connection with your honors English class, we will look at issues and time periods using tools from all disciplines of Social Studies. With no textbook, we are free to explore our subjects in truly exciting ways. We conclude our study of Victorian society with a costume tea party. Our unit on Greek culture includes a Greek Olympic competition featuring such events as human chariot racing. Our unit on the family includes an examination of how the family has been portrayed throughout television history. These and other units make for one of Bloomington North’s most interesting and enjoyable classes.
ETHNIC STUDIES I (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade level 10-12
This course consists of two major units each covering a different area of the cultural heritage and history of citizens of the United States. The units covered involve the study of Native Americans and African Americans. Both the historical account and current issues involving these groups will be studied. This course is for those who want to study history from a different perspective and in a little different way. This is an independent course. The student may select both or either of the Ethnic Studies courses. Neither is a prerequisite for the other.
ETHNIC STUDIES II (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade level 10-12
This course consists of several major units each covering a different area of the cultural heritage and history of citizens of the United States. The units that may are covered include the study of Hispanics, Asian-Americans, European-Americans, Arab Americans and others. Both the history and current issues involving these groups will be studied. This course is for those who want to study history from a different perspective and in a little different way. This is an independent course. The student may select both or either of the Ethnic Studies courses.
SOCIOLOGY (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade Level 10-12
Juvenile delinquency, poverty, discrimination, types of groups, and culture. These are just a few of the topics that you will study in Sociology. Many outside factors influence your life today. Sociology is a required course at most colleges and for all majors. This class will help you get a jump start on learning some of the issues that you will study in college. It will also allow you to understand how society affects your individual life.
PSYCHOLOGY (One Semester) (One Credit) Grade Level 10-12
Taking Psychology will allow students to better understand factors involved in their development. We will investigate a wide range of topics and end the semester by looking at happens when things go wrong. Virtually every college and major requires psychology and this class will help you with the terminology and theories that you will encounter in later studies.
TOPICS IN SOCIAL SCIENCES: THE CULTURE OF AMERICAN SPORT
(One Semester) (One Credit) Grade Level 11-12
Suggested Prerequisite-Psychology or Sociology
Understanding the roles and impact of sport is important not only because of the economic, political, social, and cultural importance of sport in our world, but also because the roles and impact of sport tell us a great deal about our values, our priorities, and the ways we choose to define ourselves. This course will include rigorous academic activities supporting the continued development of critical thinking, problem solving, and analysis skills. Students will deal with issues that have well documented opposing viewpoints, as well as current event topics.
Service Learning Programs
COMMUNITY SERVICE (Full Year) (Two Credits) Grade Level 11-12
This full year course is designed for students who want an opportunity to serve their community and in some cases participate with a service group or institution that embraces a possible career choice. Students must be juniors or seniors with strong standing in both academic achievement and attendance. Enrollees are expected to provide their own transportation to their service site. (Several placements not requiring transportation are available for those with special circumstances). All candidates who want to be considered for placement must complete the application process as prescribed. All seniors in this program will participate in the Senior Project.
CADET TEACHING (Full Year) (Two Credits) Grade Level 11-12
Students must be juniors or seniors with strong standing in both academic achievement and attendance. Enrollees are expected to provide their own transportation to their service site. (Several placements not requiring transportation are available for those with special circumstances). All candidates who want to be considered for placement must complete the application process as prescribed. Upon successful completion of the application process students will be placed in an elementary or middle school in the MCCSC. All Seniors in this program will participate in the Senior Project.
SENIOR INTERNSHIP (Full Year) (Two Credits) Grade Level 12
The Senior Internship Program at Bloomington High School North is an exciting and practical program that allows seniors to experience the rigors and responsibilities of serving and working in our community. It is our goal that every student is provided the best opportunities to serve, learn, and demonstrate their knowledge and skills. Attendance, work performance, communication skills, growth, responsibility, and reliability are all important qualities students are evaluated upon. Students will be expected to demonstrate and show evidence of the knowledge they have acquired while serving in the community. All students will participate in the Senior Project.
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