BT124 Global Academy Online High School Course Descriptions BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY All courses in this department will meet the District requirement for Career and Technical Education (CTE) Credit. 21 st Century Applications This course will meet computer proficiency requirement. This course is an introduction to the world of computer technology. Through Microsoft Windows Office Suite 2007 or 2010, the student will explore relevant and emerging technologies, the role of computers in society, and discuss social and ethical issues related to personal computing. Students will also learn computer basics, how to do safe Internet research, and how to use Excel, PowerPoint, and Word to produce documents that are relevant to school work and the business world. Students will also explore careers and how to research career information on the Internet. Microsoft Office 2007 or 2010 for Windows is required for this course. This course is written for PC-type computers. BT132 Personal Finance (Financial Concepts for Teens) This one semester elective course introduces financial information and tips that students can use in their daily lives. Topics include: financial goal setting, investment strategies, debit and credit cards, payroll taxes and different types of insurance. Students will also learn what they need to know about how to get hired for their first job. Note: This elective course does not count for math credit. BT700 Business Internship/Career Exploration I Grade: 12 1 Semester 1/2 Credit This course will meet District graduation requirement for CTE upon completion of the entire year. This course will not meet the NCAA requirements for Social Studies or Economics. Student must be employed to enroll in this course. This course is an opportunity for students to earn elective credit while they are working. Students must work a minimum of 128 hours during the time they are enrolled in the course. Because the course is taken for credit, the employer and supervisor must be an independent, non-family member. Course requirements include uploading current scanned pay stubs, agreements, and an employee evaluation as well as completing and uploading documents related to the student's work experience. By the end of the course, students will learn how to analyze their personal skills and strengths as they relate to current and future jobs, explore different careers through interviews and observations, discover what it means to be successful at work. BT701 Business Internship/Career Exploration II Grade: 12 1 Semester 1/2 Credit This course will meet District graduation requirement for CTE upon completion of the entire year. This course will not meet the NCAA requirements for Social Studies or Economics. Student must be employed to enroll in this course. This course is an opportunity for students to earn elective credit while they are working. Students must work a minimum of 128 hours during the time they are enrolled in the course. Because the course is taken for credit, the employer and supervisor must be an independent, non-family member. Course requirements include uploading current scanned pay stubs, agreements, and an employee evaluation as well as completing and uploading documents related to the student's work experience. By the end of the course, students will learn how to analyze their personal skills and strengths as they relate to current and future jobs, explore different careers through interviews and observations, discover what it means to be successful at work.
EN105 English I A ENGLISH Grade: 9 1 semester 1/2 Credit Students read, analyze, and respond to a variety of literature, such as short stories, novels, and essays. This analysis consists of reading for understanding, answering comprehension questions, researching literary elements, and writing for a variety of purposes. The variety of writing consists of paragraph writing, literary analysis, fables, personal narrative, and persuasive writing. This course also focuses on grammar, conventions, research, and the six traits of writing. This course aligns with State standards. EN105 English I B Grade: 9 1 semester 1/2 Credit Students read, analyze, and respond to a variety of literature, such as novels, poetry, epic, and drama. This analysis consists of reading for understanding, answering comprehension questions, researching literary elements, and writing for a variety of purposes. The variety of writing consists of paragraph writing, literary analysis, persuasive writing, and poetry. This course also focuses on grammar, conventions, research, and the six traits of writing. This course aligns with State standards. EN205 English II A Grade: 10 1 semester 1/2 Credit During the first semester of this course, students write for a variety of purposes and audiences. The variety of writing consists of descriptive, definition, summary, compare/contrast, persuasive, and critique writing. An emphasis is placed on the importance of prewriting, drafting, revising, and publishing. This course also focuses on grammar, conventions, vocabulary, journaling, and the six traits of writing. This course aligns with State standards. EN205 English II B Grade: 10 1 semester 1/2 Credit Students read, analyze, and respond to a variety of literature, such as short stories, drama, nonfiction, poetry, and novels. This analysis consists of reading for understanding, answering comprehension questions, researching literary elements, and writing for a variety of purposes. This course looks at themes in literature and emphasis the importance of literature. This course aligns with District and State standards. EN305 English III A Grade: 11 1 semester 1/2 credit Students read, analyze, and respond to a variety of literature by American authors. This course requires the student to demonstrate creative writing skills, develop critical thinking skills, and establish relationships to American ideas and issues. This course also focuses on extensive reading comprehension, literary elements, and essay writing. This course aligns with State standards. EN305 English III B Grade: 11 1 semester 1/2 credit Students write for a variety of purposes and audiences. The variety of writing consists of descriptive, persuasive, personal narrative, compare/contrast, and literary review. An emphasis is placed on the importance of prewriting, drafting, revising, and publishing. This course also focuses on grammar, conventions, vocabulary, journaling, and the six traits of writing. This course aligns with State standards. EN405 English IV A Grade: 12 1 semester 1/2 credit This course fulfills senior English requirements upon completion of the entire year. This course consists of an emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expository writing and understanding writing as a process. Students will establish effective college-level writing strategies through five writing projects comprising at least 3,000 words in total.
EN405 English IV B Grade: 12 1 semester 1/2 credit This course fulfills senior English requirements upon completion of the entire year. During this one-semester course, students will study a variety of literary genres which are representative of the cultural diversity in the United States. Course content includes, but is not exclusive to, themes and authors from Black, Hispanic, Native, and Asian American cultures. Course work includes critical thinking and reading, essay writing, and research. This course aligns with State standards. EN417 English IV ENGLISH COMPOSITION 101 (Dual Credit Rio Salado CC) Grade: 12 1 semester 1/2 credit Must be taken for dual credit College tuition fee required Must receive an appropriate level score on college placement exam. This course consists of an emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expository writing and understanding writing as a process. Students will establish effective college-level writing strategies through five writing projects comprising at least 3,000 words in total. ES105 ESSENTIAL SKILLS All courses in this department will meet the Districts requirement for Elective Credit. Life Strategies for Teens I This course will provide daily strategies designed to guide students in building better character, in boosting self confidence, in resisting negative peer pressure, in building good relationships, and in setting and achieving goals. Materials: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens (Book), pick up at the Global Academy office VA146 FINE ARTS VISUAL All courses in this department will meet the District requirement for Fine Arts Credit. Digital Photography I This course addresses technical and conceptual concepts in relation to historic and contemporary photography. Students experiment with a variety of lighting techniques, parts and use of a digital SLR camera, digital solutions, and conceptual approaches in order to create visually compelling photographs. Students learn how to transfer skills into a career in professional photography. Note: A digital camera is required, DSLR is highly recommended for this course. Inexpensive cameras can be purchased at most drugstores or technical shops. VA800 Art History This is a one-semester course in the history of art (primarily western art). The course is designed to increase the student's knowledge of art, artists, schools and movements; chronological periods and specific dates; and the subjects, styles and techniques of particular works of art.
GUIDANCE & COUNSELING GC105 Community Volunteer Service Note: notarized and scanned documents are required for this course. Students must have access to a scanner for submitting documentation throughout the course. This course combines online study of community issues, civic engagement, and career interest with field experience helping out in the community. Students work through online lessons and activities while volunteering at one or more sites such as schools, community organizations, or sports leagues. Online activities focus on personal and interpersonal skill development, leadership, project planning, and employment skills. Online lessons and volunteer hours combined total over 90 hours for a 1/2 elective credit. MATHEMATICS To advance from first to second semester in any yearlong course or to continue in a series of successive mathematics courses, a grade of C or better is strongly recommended. MA200 Algebra I A This is the first semester of a two-semester course. The first year algebra course prepares a student for more advanced study of mathematics. The curriculum includes symbolic manipulation, data analysis, patterns, and functions represented in multiple forms, linear and quadratic equations. MA201 Algebra I B This is the second semester of a two-semester course. The first year algebra course prepares a student for more advanced study of mathematics. The curriculum includes symbolic manipulation, data analysis, patterns, and functions represented in multiple forms, linear and quadratic equations. MA300 Geometry A This is the first semester of a two-semester course. Curriculum includes the study of geometric methods, properties and relationships as a means to recognize, draw, describe, connect and analyze shapes and representations in the physical world. MA301 Geometry B This is the second semester of a two-semester course. Curriculum includes the study of geometric methods, properties and relationships as a means to recognize, draw, describe, connect and analyze shapes and representations in the physical world. MA310 Algebraic Functions I A Prerequisite Geometry B (Math Topics 4) This course, Algebra II B (Math Topics 6), or a Math personal curriculum plan must be successfully completed as part of Math graduation requirements. Students who have successfully completed Algebra II (Math Topics 5-6) may not take this course. This course fulfills Arizona university entrance requirements. This course extends and applies the concepts of Algebra I and introduces concepts from Algebra II. The curriculum includes the study of linear, quadratic, polynomial, and exponential functions.
MA310 Algebraic Functions I B Grades: 10,11,12 1 Semester 1/2 Credit Prerequisite Geometry B (Math Topics 4) This course, Algebra II B (Math Topics 6), or a Math personal curriculum plan must be successfully completed as part of Math graduation requirements. Students who have successfully completed Algebra II (Math Topics 5-6) may not take this course. This course fulfills Arizona university entrance requirements. This course extends and applies the concepts of Algebra I and introduces concepts from Algebra II. The curriculum includes the study of linear, quadratic, polynomial, and exponential functions. MA400 Algebra II A Prerequisite Geometry B This is the first semester of a two-semester course. This course extends and applies the concepts of Algebra and Geometry. The curriculum includes the study of linear and quadratic functions, linear systems, conics, powers, roots and radicals, exponential and logarithmic functions, probability, sequences and series. MA401 Algebra II B Prerequisite Geometry B This is the second semester of a two-semester course. This course extends and applies the concepts of Algebra and Geometry. The curriculum includes the study of linear and quadratic functions, linear systems, conics, powers, roots and radicals, exponential and logarithmic functions, probability, sequences and series. MA410 Pre-Calculus A (with Trigonometry) Grades: 11,12 1 Semester 1/2 Credit Prerequisites Algebra II B (Math Topics 6) This course fulfills Arizona university entrance requirements. This course will focus on the study of algebra, trigonometry, and analytic geometry. Materials: Pre-Calculus book, pick up at the Global Academy office MA410 Pre-Calculus B (with Trigonometry) Grades: 11,12 1 Semester 1/2 Credit Prerequisites Algebra II B (Math Topics 6) This course fulfills Arizona university entrance requirements. This course will focus on the study of algebra, trigonometry, and analytic geometry. Materials: Pre-Calculus book, pick up at the Global Academy office MA500 Financial Applications For Life I This course introduces students to the basics of financial literacy including such topics as creating personal financial goals, saving and investing, banking, using debit and credit cards, making major purchases, paying payroll and other taxes, and purchasing insurance. By emphasizing the importance of setting goals and creating a financial plan, students learn to think before spending. Students will learn how credit scores can impact one's ability to secure a loan and, in some cases, determine whether they will be hired for a job. Students will also become familiar with some of the reality that faces everyone when they get their first job, their first apartment, or just take on more personal financial responsibilities.
MA501 Financial Applications for Life II This course introduces students to the basics of financial literacy including such topics as creating personal financial goals, saving and investing, banking, using debit and credit cards, making major purchases, paying payroll and other taxes, and purchasing insurance. By emphasizing the importance of setting goals and creating a financial plan, students learn to think before spending. Students will learn how credit scores can impact one's ability to secure a loan and, in some cases, determine whether they will be hired for a job. Students will also become familiar with some of the reality that faces everyone when they get their first job, their first apartment, or just take on more personal financial responsibilities. PE505 Driver s Education MISCELLANEOUS This course is aimed at the development of knowledge, skill, and attitude necessary for performing as a competent vehicle operator and highway user. Driver Education consists of three components: content instruction, simulator experience, and behind the wheel experience. This course fulfills only the first component of driver education; content instruction. This course is open to all students who will be turning 15 and 7 months during the course. This course does not qualify for the Arizona driver's license waiver. Students must have access to a scanner for submitting documentation throughout the course. FL109 Spanish I A MODERN LANGUAGE This course introduces students to the basic vocabulary of the language and components of the culture of the countries in which the language is spoken. Prepares students to begin to read, write, speak, and understand the language. Students must have access to a Windows computer, microphone and headset for taking speaking tests in this course. FL109 Spanish I B This course introduces students to the basic vocabulary of the language and components of the culture of the countries in which the language is spoken. Prepares students to begin to read, write, speak, and understand the language. Students must have access to a Windows computer, microphone and headset for taking speaking tests in this course. FL110 Spanish II A This course features application of language skills in reading, writing, and conversation. Level 1 skills are reviewed and maintained and appropriate cultural components are studied. Students must have a Windows computer and a headset or microphone and speakers to take speaking tests in this course. Prerequisite: Spanish I FL110 Spanish II B This course features application of language skills in reading, writing, and conversation. Level 1 skills are reviewed and maintained and appropriate cultural components are studied. Students must have a Windows computer and a headset or microphone and speakers to take speaking tests in this course. Prerequisite: Spanish I
PE100 PHYSICAL EDUCATION Physical Education The student will learn about mental, physical and social wellness. Wellness describes a lifestyle in which the physical, social, intellectual, psychological and environmental components of health are integrated. This course includes 9 weeks of exercise logs; including 3 weeks of heart rate logs, 3 weeks of weight and circuit training logs, and 3 weeks of leisure sport logs. These logs are mandatory to complete the course. PE102 Physical Education Bowling I This course is designed for the student who wants to learn the basics of bowling so that they may participate, enjoy, and be successful in this popular sport. Students must bowl 18 games at a bowling center. Payment for the 18 games is the student's responsibility. Students must have access to a scanner for submitting documentation throughout the course. Note: Bowling rental fees may apply. PE103 Physical Education Bowling II This class is designed for the students who have successfully completed Bowling I. It is an expectation that students have already learned the basics of bowling. Students must bowl 18 games at a bowling center. Payment for the 18 games is the student's responsibility. Students earn points in this course by completing a wide range of assignments, bowling 18 well documented games, completing reflections after a grouping of games, and scoring percentage points based on personal handicaps. Students' grades are partially determined on consistently scoring within a personal handicap. Students must have access to a scanner for submitting documentation throughout the course. PE850 Independent Physical Education This course must be pre-approved by the school counselor. Only one high school credit of P.E. can be earned through Independent PE. Independent PE will be granted for the following areas: (for non-gps School competitive teams) - Individualized training activities for competitive Gymnastics, Dance, Martial Arts, Swimming, or other Olympicgeared activities. Students will need to submit the following: Official letter from coach, activity log with 90 hours of documented training activities per semester, and a research paper. Students will receive a letter grade. SC110 SCIENCE Essential Elements of Science A This course will satisfy half of a physical science credit (.5) for Arizona university entrance requirements. This course is an entry-level science course for high school and provides the conceptual foundation for the entire high school science curriculum. Students in this course receive instruction and practice in developing and refining scientific skills and methods that are prerequisites for success in subsequent high school science courses. Using mostly chemistry and physics concepts as a framework, students discover and collect evidence that supports the atomic/molecular theory of matter. These principles lay the groundwork for understanding all biological and chemical relationships. Topics included in this class are scientific processes, the nature and history of science, earth science, basic physics and chemistry.
SC110 Essential Elements of Science B This course will satisfy half of a physical science credit (.5) for Arizona university entrance requirements. This course is an entry-level science course for high school and provides the conceptual foundation for the entire high school science curriculum. Students in this course receive instruction and practice in developing and refining scientific skills and methods that are prerequisites for success in subsequent high school science courses. Using mostly chemistry and physics concepts as a framework, students discover and collect evidence that supports the atomic/molecular theory of matter. These principles lay the groundwork for understanding all biological and chemical relationships. Topics included in this class are scientific processes, the nature and history of science, earth science, basic physics and chemistry. SC115 Earth Science A This course will satisfy one earth science credit for Arizona university entrance requirements. This is a lab course which explores forces and processes that operate in the universe. Major areas of study will include astronomy, geology, hydrology, meteorology, and environmental issues. SC115 Earth Science B This course will satisfy one earth science credit for Arizona university entrance requirements. This is a lab course which explores forces and processes that operate in the universe. Major areas of study will include astronomy, geology, hydrology, meteorology, and environmental issues. SC120 Lab Biology A This course will satisfy one biological lab science credit for Arizona university entrance requirements. Lab Biology is a two-semester course. Major areas of study are cell structure, function and processes, genetics, classification, microbiology, plants, animals, human systems and ecology. This course includes the topics of human reproduction and evolution. SC120 Lab Biology B This course will satisfy one biological lab science credit for Arizona university entrance requirements. Lab Biology is a two-semester course. Major areas of study are cell structure, function and processes, genetics, classification, microbiology, plants, animals, human systems and ecology. This course includes the topics of human reproduction and evolution. SC135 Chemistry A Prerequisite: Algebra 1 This course will satisfy one chemistry science credit for Arizona university entrance requirements. This course includes the study of the atom, atomic energy, the formation of molecules, the mathematics of chemistry, and related experimental work. The vocabulary of the chemist is emphasized as are correct laboratory procedures and techniques. SC135 Chemistry B Prerequisite: Algebra 1 This course will satisfy one chemistry science credit for Arizona university entrance requirements. This course includes the study of the atom, atomic energy, the formation of molecules, the mathematics of chemistry, and related experimental work. The vocabulary of the chemist is emphasized as are correct laboratory procedures and techniques.
SC140 Physics A Prerequisite: Two years of Lab Science and concurrent enrollment in Algebra II. This course will satisfy one physical science credit for Arizona university entrance requirements. This course will cover physics, problem solving, experimentation, and design. Topics will include mechanics, energy, electricity, sound and light. Materials: Conceptual Physics (Book), pick up at the Global Academy office SC140 Physics B Prerequisite: Two years of Lab Science and concurrent enrollment in Algebra II. This course will satisfy one physical science credit for Arizona university entrance requirements. This course will cover physics, problem solving, experimentation, and design. Topics will include mechanics, energy, electricity, sound and light. Materials: Conceptual Physics (Book), pick up at the Global Academy office SOCIAL STUDIES SS100 World Studies A This course will trace the development of civilizations from Ancient Greece to the Renaissance and Reformation and includes the teaching of geographic concepts. SS100 World Studies B This course will trace the Traces the development of civilizations from the Enlightenment to the present and includes the teaching of geographic concepts. SS105 American/AZ History A This course examines the causes and events leading to the Civil War and its multiple effects on the economic, social, political life of the nation. Other major topics include America's industrialization expansionist foreign policy, progressivism, and the United States involvement in World War I. SS105 American/AZ History B This course examines the histories of the U.S. and Arizona through the many challenges faced in the twentieth century including: the "Roaring Twenties," the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and Watergate. SS110 Economics Grade: 11, 12 1 Semester 1/2 Credit This course will familiarize the student with basic principles of economics, with an emphasis on capitalism and resource allocation. Included are the principles of financial management and career planning. Close attention is given to micro and macro-economic applications. SS115 American/Arizona Government Grade: 11,12 1 Semester 1/2 Credit This course will cover the fundamentals of government on the national, state, and local levels, including the three branches of government, rights and responsibilities of American citizenship, and the development and role of political parties.
SS135 Sociology Elective credit will be issued for this course This course will offer materials essential to understanding ourselves and the complexities of today's society. Includes understanding basic social units, social institutions, social norms and social changes, each of which are relevant in our present society. The study of sociology requires that students and teachers alike study various aspects of society from a non-biased point of view. SS140 Psychology I Elective credit will be issued for this course The purpose of this course is to develop a curiosity about and appreciation of the extent to which scientific methods can be applied toward a basic understanding of human behavior. The course includes a basic introduction to what psychology is, its relationship to learning, personal and social adjustments, the brain and behavior, and behavioral disorders and treatments.