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Biology(1st Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free

with Alissa Carravetta

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

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Be sure to register for both semesters.

Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 9-12

Course Description: What is life? If you ever had this question cross your mind, then this is the course for you. Biology is the study of life!In this course, students investigate topics in cells, genetics, evolution, natural selection, taxonomy, and ecology. You will learn how to think and investigate like a scientist. It is important to learn how to critically think and solve problems, which can further be applied to making informed decisions about your own life. The program consists of in-depth online lessons including extensive animations, collaborative explorations, and hands-on laboratory experiments students can conduct at home.

 

Chemistry (1st Semester of a 2-semester course)

Free

with Craig Lebakken

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

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Be sure to register for both semesters.

Course Length:  Yearlong Course   1st Semester of a 2-semester course

Credit: 1.0

Recommended Grade Level: 10-12

Course Description: This course provides a comprehensive survey of all key areas: atomic structure, chemical bonding and reactions, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, and more. The course uses a storyline structure that connects to real-world phenomena, and answers questions like: How can we slow the flow of energy on Earth to protect vulnerable coastal communities?; What causes lightning and why are some places sager than others when it strikes?; How could we find and use the resources we need to live beyond Earth?; Why are oysters dying, and how can we use chemistry to protect them?; and Which fuels should we design our next-generation vehicles to use?

    

 

College & Career Success

Free
Calendar Sep 9, 2024

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 11-12

Course Description: This course provides learners with strategies to develop skills for success in college. Learners will work on academic skills such as test taking, note taking, reading etc. And, learners will work on other success strategies such as motivation, goal setting, interdependence, and self-awareness. Learners will apply self-management techniques, explore resource management strategies, practice study skills, and learn about ways to improve personal effectiveness. This is a dual credit course with Madison College.

College Reading – Dual Credit Course

Free

with Cassie O'Rourke

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

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Course Length:  Semester Course 

Credit:  1 (Based on 3-credit college course)                

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Course Description:  This course focuses on enhancing college reading and study techniques and offers students extended practice in applying these strategies to a variety of college-level materials. Emphasis will be given to developing the critical thinking and reading skills necessary to be successful college readers. Topics covered will include identifying main ideas and supporting details, highlighting and annotating text, summary writing, and making inferences.

Note:  Dual credit can be earned for College Reading.

 

Communication and Media Studies

Free

with Stephanie Shaw

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

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Course Length: Semester

Credit: 0.50 credit

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description: In this course, students will learn about the principles of print and online storytelling as they relate to our communities and current events. The course defines what it means for students to become conscious media consumers. Students will learn investigative skills, responsible and ethical documentation, and writing techniques that focus on the introductory skills of journalism. In alignment with our three enduring outcomes of reading with intent, writing with purpose, and speaking with clarity, students will critically read news stories, write their own feature articles, and conduct interviews.

Consumer Math 1

Free

with Traci Terrell

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Recommended Grade Level: 11-12

Course Description: In Consumer Math, students study and review arithmetic skills they can apply in their personal lives and in their future careers. Consumer Math 1 begins with a focus on occupational topics; it includes details on jobs, wages, deductions, taxes, insurance, recreation and spending, and transportation. Narrated slideshows help illustrate some of the more difficult content. Throughout the course, students participate in online discussions with each other and their teacher.

 

Culinary Arts 1

Free

with Karen Ogier

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grades: 9-12

Course Description: Thinking of a career in the food service industry or looking to develop your culinary skills? This introductory course will provide you with basic cooking and knife skills while preparing you for entry into the culinary world. Discover the history of food culture, food service, and global cuisines while learning about food science principles and preservation. Finally, prepare for your future by building the professional, communication, leadership, and teamwork skills that are critical to a career in the culinary arts.

 

Current Events

Free

with Luke Johnson

Calendar Sep 9, 2024

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Course Length: Semester Course

Credit: 0.5

Grade Level: 10-12

Course Description: – This semester-long course incorporates the use of various media platforms to enhance students’ historical thinking skills, as applied to events that have happened in the recent past. Students will gain the ability to think critically about the cause-and-effect of events, to understand them from multiple perspectives, and use inquiry to deepen their overall understanding. Direct instruction includes historical context to current events being analyzed and assessment will be a range of tools to determine a student's level of proficiency.





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