2013 lhs course selection guide - Longview Independent School ...

SCIENCE
INTRODUCTION
Students at Global High are expected to approach the science curriculum with the expectation of
taking dual credit college science courses in the 11 th and/or 12 th grade years. The foundational
courses are biology, chemistry, and physics. The chemistry and physics program will be tied to the
study of engineering through cross-curricular projects.
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Bio1G – (Global) Biology
Grade placement: 9
1 credit
This course covers basic and advanced biology concepts, including cell biology, energy
transformation, molecular and Mendalian genetics, evolution, natural selection, biodiversity, and
ecology. The course concentrates on detailed explanations of concepts, higher-level thinking and
problem solving skills in a project based design.
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ChemG – (Global) Chemistry
Grade placement: 10
1 credit
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Biology and Algebra I
Chemistry involves the study of matter and its properties, structure, composition, and changes of
state. Study of structure and composition of matter includes atomic structure, periodicity of the
elements, and chemical bonding. Changes of matter include chemical, physical, nuclear reactions.
Properties of matter include properties of ionic compounds, molecular compounds, phases of
matter, and study of solutions, acids and bases. The concepts of chemistry will be emphasized
using mathematical relationships. Students will spend 40% of time in a lab environment.
PhysG – (Global) Physics
Grade placement: 11
1 credit
Prerequisite: Passing of two high school math courses and two science courses
Physics is the science that studies the nature of matter and energy. The first semester covers
mechanics; the second semester includes electricity and magnetism, heat, and the wave properties of
light and sound. The concepts of these relationships will be stressed instead of the mathematical
relationships. Laboratories will be used to reinforce these concepts. It is desired that the student
gain a practical knowledge of physics.
SOCIAL STUDIES
INTRODUCTION
The Social Studies program at Global High emphasizes the relationship of man to his environment,
place, and culture in local, geographical, and geopolitical settings and to study how this
relationship interplays with peoples of other cultures and settings.
The goal of the social studies program is to prepare Global students for success in a postsecondary
environment. Students will have opportunities to take Dual Credit college courses in
World Civilizations, U.S. History, U.S. Government, and Economics. To achieve this goal,
emphasis in placed on group collaboration as well as individual efforts in projects and individual
demonstrations of learning. Emphasis will also be placed on formal writing and research as part of
the college readiness program.
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