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Depending on when you finished high school, and how many credits your received on your transcript, you will need a mix of courses from this list. Some you will be taking for the first time, and others will be courses you did not pass, or courses in which you were given a low grade. It’s an opportunity to raise your Grade Point Average (GPA) as you get your High School Diploma.
(ENG101) Reading: This course will ask you to read and
analyze articles on a variety of subjects. You will then be asked to interpret
what the author was saying. We have selected several articles on subjects
that will interest you, and revive your joy of reading as well.
(ENG-102) English Essentials: The focus here is on grammar
and vocabulary. The course helps you recognize the different parts of speech.
These include direct objects, relative pronouns, transitive verbs, and
sentence construction. There are also vocabulary exercises.
(ENG-103) Writing English: This course will teach you
how to write clearly. You will understand how to write a complete paragraph
and express complete thoughts. Descriptive and creative writing strategies
are developed.
(ENG-104) Language Arts: A comprehensive review of the
elements of the English language. Grammar, vocabulary, punctuation and
the basic elements of writing are all addressed.
(ENG-105) Writing for Competency: This course reviews the essential skills in grammar and sentence structure necessary to write and effective paragraph. It teaches students how to choose a topic and develop their ideas, with appropriate details, as well as how to edit and revise their writing using clear, effective prose.
(ENG-106) Literature: The student will
be asked to choose one of several books, such as “A
Red Badge of Courage” or “A Tale of Two Cities”.
After finishing the book, you will be asked to analyze the
book, following the course guidelines.
(SCI-101) Science Survey: A general survey of Biology,
Physics, Earth Science and Chemistry. The essentials of each of the disciplines
are covered, and you are shown how these disciplines all fit together.
(SCI-I02) Physical Science: This course will provide you
with a basic understanding of light, energy and their measurement. It includes
the study of the basics of electricity, sound magnetism, radioactivity
and physical matter.
(SCI-I03) Earth Science: The study of atmosphere, climate
and how to accurately read of maps. You will also study the forces of gravity
and energy.
(SCI-I04) Biology: This program promotes scientific thinking through problem solving, a process that encourages curiosity and careful inquiry. Each chapter begins by introducing basic concepts and reviews them wherever they appear in other chapters throughout the book. This approach helps you understand these concepts more easily, and uses clearly written headings, subheadings, outlines, and illustrations to highlight important ideas.
(SCI-I05) Chemistry: This course examines the composition of various substances and the changes they can go through. It also shows you how chemistry touches our lives almost everywhere and everyday, in medicine, the clothes we wear, the games we play, as well as the industries that make the things we use. The periodic table and simple compounds are covered as well as the basics of Chemistry. This is a complete up-to-date course on Chemistry.
(SCI-I06) Physics: This course teaches you the nature of light reflection, refraction, and polarization. You will also study direct current, heating and the effects of various chemicals. By looking at electrical devices we use everyday, you can begin to apply physics to your daily life. Each unit discusses a separate topic and through charts, surveys and discussions, ties the various topics together.
(SCI-II7) Health/Nutrition: A complete study of the human body and how it functions. The course looks at the effects of drugs and alcohol on the body, and examines their serious effects and complications. You will also learn about a good diet, and diseases that can be caused by bad diet. The course also uses discussion and exercises to review today’s common social diseases and their prevention.
(SOC-I01) Social Studies Survey: This survey
course examines the five different important areas that every
student should know because they affect our daily lives.
This includes a survey of Geography, History, Economics, Political Science
and Behavioral Sciences.
(SOC-102) U.S. History I: Covers the United States from the age of the explorers through the Civil War. The course looks at the very first settlements in America, and the dramatic development of the New World.
(SOC-103) U.S. History II: This course
begins with the year 1865. You will discover what happened
during the period of reconstruction, the great immigration
at the turn of the 20th century, the impact of manufacturing,
the creation of unions, the rise of the women’s and
civil rights movements. The course traces how the U.S. became
a modern nation.
(SOC-104) World History I: This course studies world history
from the prehistoric period, all the way to the 19th century. You will
see the birth and development of Western and Eastern civilizations, as
well as the early civilizations of the Americas before Europeans from the
west discovered them.
(SOC-105) World History II: Reviews world history from the end of the agricultural period, to the Industrial Revolution and then fast forward to today. The course looks at the effects of Nationalism, Imperialism and Democracy on the history of the world. You will also learn about the ways WW II changed the face of the world. The course ends with an overview of the world today, and looks into the possible events that may happen in the future.
(SOC-106) U.S. Government: Studies the principles of the American system of government so that you can understand the rights and responsibilities that come with U.S. citizenship. The course teaches you what the Constitution really means. And looks at the various branches of government and the roles they play. You will also learn how laws are enacted and how your civil rights are protected under law.
(SOC-106) Geography: The lessons in this course will teach you geography and then test your knowledge of states and countries. You will practice and learn the skills needed to become informed and involved citizens in an interdependent world. This two-volume course covers both geographical and cultural areas around the globe.
(MA-I01) Essential Math I: This math course is specifically designed for those of you who have been away from formal study for a long period of time. The course begins with the very basics, and gradually takes you through fractions, multiplication of fractions and decimals, dividing fractions and using math to solve everyday problems.
(MA-I02) Essential Math II: A continuation of Essential Math I that takes you through percent measurement, basic mathematical formulas, equations, ratio and proportions.
(MA-I03) Consumer Math: This practical course will show you how to effectively use math in your daily lives. It covers topics such as how to manage a checking account, fill out state and federal tax returns, and complete applications for loans. This is a very practical course that develops your ability to handle day-to-day personal finances.
(MA-I04) Math Skills Work Text: The program
studies all of the practical aspects of the daily use of
mathematics. This includes percentages, handling large numbers
as well as a solid review of all the basics of mathematics.
This course will form the foundation for a good knowledge
of the ways math is used in our today’s society.
(MA-I05) Algebra I: This first course of Algebra explores
algebraic expressions, equations, basic mathematical properties and linear
functions. The program prepares you to work with graphs and finite numbers.
(MA-I06) Algebra II: The follow-on to Algebra I, this
course teaches you how to analyze equations and inequalities. You will
also see how to graph linear relationships, use matrices, and work with
algebraic and qualitative functions. Algebra II is a refresher course for
both Geometry and Algebra I.
(MA-I07) Geometry: Covers basic geometry including measures, proofs, and parallels. You will examine the properties of congruence, as well as polygrams. This course on Geometry also teaches the meaning and importance of proofs.
(ELECTIVE-101) Critical Thinking: This is a program designed
to teach thinking skills. It has been developed to help you succeed in
your other courses when you have been away from formal study for a period
of time. It is an opportunity to practice your skills in problem solving
and using logic to arrive at the solution to various problems.
