ADVANCED STUDIES AMERICAN HISTORY

WEIGHTED: 0.5
Grade: 9

Credit: 1 unit
PREREQUISITE: Teacher recommendation

The content parallels the standard 9th grade American History course, with more in-depth coverage of selected topics. The course differs from the standard 9th grade American History course in that it is designed to prepare students for IB/AP honors cours es offered at the 11th and 12th grade levels. Thus, students are expected to read and write with a high level of proficiency.In addition to textbook and primary source readings, the students will read multiple novels and complete rigorous written assignments covering a number of outside readings. Course will include both take home papers and extensive in-class essay exams.

Starting with students who enter 9th grade after July 1, 2017, students will take and pass the Missouri Civics Education Initiative Exam during this course to meet state law requirements for graduation.