** Denotes required courses . Students must take 1 credit in Modern World History , . 5 credit in Foundations of Government , a . 5 credit in Civics in Action or U . S . Gov . and Politics , and 1 credit in U . S . History or AP U . S . History . *** Students must take a total of 3 Social Studies credits to fulfill their graduation requirements . 3 credits must be taken in the previously referenced courses .
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
MODERN WORLD HISTORY Grade 9 1 Credit ( 5407 ) CCP
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Prerequisite ( s ): None In Modern World History students will explore a variety of peoples , events , and movement in world history with a focus on inquirybased learning . Students will explore cause / effect relationships within the context of history . The course will focus on the Industrial Age through modern times . The study of Modern World History will include themes and content including conflict / resolution , cultural diffusion , change and reactions to it , human rights , individual right and power of government , globalization and international trade . Modern World History is college preparatory and appropriate for most students entering ninth grade . Successful completion of this course fulfills the required 1 credit in Modern World History .
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