Florida Virtual School Course Catalog

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Our flexible learning solutions help you balance travel, sports, and hobbies with innovative traditional, honors, and Advanced Placement ® * courses.

Explore more than 120 online courses in this 2013-2014 catalog, some with apps specifically developed to help you learn on the go with your smartphone. Be sure to check FLVS.net/Courses regularly as we add new courses throughout the year.

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Generation Sunshine State Standards and NCAA criteria.*** Whether you are taking a full course load or picking up a class or two with us, we want your experience to be exceptional.

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FLVS COURSE CATALOG HIGH

Table of Contents

HIGH SCHOOL COURSES MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSES

MJ Language Arts 21

Health/Physical Education

World Languages

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Electives 13

Advanced Placement 15

Mobile Learning 18

MJ Social Studies

MJ Health/Physical Education

MJ World Languages

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HIGH SCHOOL

English

English I

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

1001310

1001320

UPDATED! Develop language arts skills by reading, writing, listening, viewing, and speaking.

You will learn to use the English language to express yourself successfully.

English II

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

1001340

1001350

UPDATED! Explore various forms of communication, including verbal, visual, and aural. In addition to evaluating the plot and characters developed by well-known writers, you will learn to identify themes, create dialogue, and appeal to emotions through your writing. Prerequisite:

English I recommended.

English III

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

1001370

1001380

UPDATED! Gain an appreciation and understanding of American literature by exploring “The

Virtual Times,” a fictitious newspaper published at key points in American history. You will also observe, investigate, and report on current news. Prerequisites: English I & II recommended.

English IV

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

1001400

1001410

UPDATED! Choose pieces of literature that interest you; then analyze the subject matter and persuasively express your own ideas. Prerequisites: English I, II, & III recommended.

Important information to note before signing up for a course.

Mobile Learning App available for course.

FLVS Mobile Learning Apps are available at the iTunes App Store, Android Market, and Intel AppUp.

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Mathematics

Advanced Algebra with Financial Applications

Credit

Course Code

1

1200500

This advanced course incorporates real-world applications, collaboration, and calculations using technology. Prepare to handle your personal finances by learning the formulas used to determine account balances, monthly payments, total costs, and more. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry,

& Algebra II recommended.

This course can be used to meet 1 math credit for graduation, Bright Futures, and university admission.

Algebra I

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

1200310

1200320

UPDATED! This course provides the basic knowledge you need for all high school math courses.

You will come to understand the practical use of algebra with hundreds of real-world examples.

Prerequisite: MJ Math II Advanced or Pre Algebra.

Algebra II

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

1200330

1200340

UPDATED! Starting with a review of basic algebra, you will learn polynomials, quadratic equations, exponential and logarithmic relations, and probability and statistics. Prerequisite:

Algebra I.

Pre-Calculus Honors

Credit 1

Honors Code 1202340

As a mathematical analyst, you will investigate how advanced mathematics concepts can solve problems encountered in operating national parks. This course includes analytical geometry and trigonometry. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, & Algebra II.

Calculus

Credit

Honors Code

1

1202300

Study limits, continuity, and differentiation while exploring integrated algebraic, trigonometric, and transcendental functions and the applications of derivatives and integrals. Prerequisites: Algebra

I, Geometry, Algebra II, & Pre-Calculus or Trigonometry/Analytical Geometry.

Geometry

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

1206310

1206320

UPDATED! Learn about shapes, points, lines, and planes and gain an understanding of how geometry affects the world around us. Prerequisites: Algebra I or its equivalent.


Science

Anatomy & Physiology

Credit

Course Code

1

2000350

NEW! Explore the human body and learn how you can help your body cope with many different situations. You will study the structure, location, and function of various systems within the human body and how these systems interact.

Honors Code 2000360

Biology I

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

2000310

2000320

Explore the structure, function, diversity, and evolution of living matter by taking an in-depth look at the fundamental characteristics of living organisms. You will have the opportunity to perform hands-on lab activities and develop relationships through collaborative learning.

Chemistry I

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

2003340

2003350

This course provides a foundation of chemistry concepts, including: scientific inquiry, Web 2.0 tools, interactive experiences, higher-order thinking, collaborative projects, real-world application, and a variety of assessments. Prerequisite: Algebra I.

Earth Space Science

Credit 1

Course Code

Honors Code

2001310

2001320

This laboratory course focuses on the study of space and the geologic and atmospheric forces that shape our world. Through experimentation and investigation, you will explore Earth’s cycles, including the geosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere, atmosphere, and carbon cycle.

Marine Science

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

2002500

2002510

Delve deeply into Earth’s bodies of water and study geologic structures and how they impact the oceans. Investigate characteristics of various populations of aquatic life, patterns of distribution, and ongoing changes occurring in our ecosystem. Prerequisite: Biology I.

Physical Science

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

2003310

2003320

Build a foundation for studying physical sciences, including basic physics and chemistry, as you explore this interactive course. Topics include forces and motion, energy through waves, electricity and magnetism, the matter around us, chemical bonding, and reactions.

Physics I

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

2003380

2003390

Discover the contributions of geniuses like Galileo, Newton, and Einstein by learning about the concepts, theories, and laws that govern the interaction of matter, energy, and forces.

Prerequisites: Algebra I & II recommended.

Social Studies

Economics

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

0.5

2102310

2102320

UPDATED! Become a more informed consumer, producer, investor, and taxpayer and learn how your choices directly affect your future. Prerequisites: 11th or 12th grade status and English I &

Algebra II recommended.




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United States Government

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

0.5

2106310

2106320

Explore the principles that inspired the Constitution and Bill of Rights and examine each branch of government, the election process, and how you can impact public policy. You will also discover how the United States interacts with other countries. Prerequisites: 11th or 12th grade status and

English I & II recommended.

United States History

Credit 1

Course Code

Honors Code

2100310

2100320

Investigate the people, events, and ideas that have shaped the United States from the end of the

Civil War through today while applying what you learn to real-world problems. Prerequisites: 10th or 11th grade status and English I recommended.

World History

Credit

Course Code

Honors Code

1

2109310

2109320

Join Ali and Soo-jin, our modern time travelers, as they journey through history. Discover the connections between world events and eras, from the Roman Empire through the Industrial

Revolution, and explore development in our modern world, as well as the implications that historical events have on us today.

Health/Physical Education

Fitness Lifestyle Design

Credit

Course Code

0.5

1501310

Discover habits of body and mind that will lead to a healthier lifestyle. You will measure your current fitness level and nutrition knowledge and create a plan for achieving your individual goals.

Health Opportunities through Physical Education (HOPE)

Credit

Course Code

1

3026010

Experience the many benefits of regular physical activity, proper nutrition, and sound decision making. After assessing your current physical fitness and defining personal goals, you will apply fitness training principles to improve health and skill-related areas of fitness.

Life Management Skills

Credit

Course Code

0.5

0800300

Learn how to deal with real issues that impact your everyday life, such as nutrition, substance abuse, stress, and health. This course provides you with the facts you need to make important and informed decisions.

Outdoor Education

Credit 0.5

Course Code 1502480

NEW! Develop your skills in outdoor activities like boating and hunting, and learn about the benefits of physical activity while using proper safety procedures to experience wildlife and outdoor and extreme sports. By meeting all of the requirements of the course, you will be eligible to obtain a state of Florida Hunter Education Certificate and Florida Boating Safety Education ID Card.

Personal Fitness

Credit 0.5

Course Code 1501300

Along with your personal trainer (your teacher), you will assess your physical condition, set realistic health goals, and maintain a workout log to measure progress.


World Languages

Chinese I

Credit

Course Code

1

0711300

Learn conversation elements in Mandarin Chinese, including greetings, introductions, and the exchange of basic information with others.

Chinese II

Credit

Course Code

1

0711310

Develop your communication skills at a more advanced level, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin Chinese. Prerequisite: Chinese I.

Chinese III

Credit

Honors Code

1

0711320

Learn more about Chinese culture, including the origins, anecdotes, and etiquette for various cultural settings. You will also compare and contrast the Chinese culture with your own as you continue to build knowledge of vocabulary, sentence structure, and grammar. Prerequisites:

Chinese I & II.

French I

Credit

Course Code

1

0701320

Learn basic French grammar to help build your fluency and understanding, and apply what you learn through interactive games, written practice, and listening and speaking exercises.

French II

Credit

Course Code

1

0701330

Strengthen your French listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills with engaging and interactive videos, dialogs, presentations, self-checks, and much more. Prerequisite: French I.

Latin I

Credit

Course Code

1

0706300

Develop a foundation in Latin grammar and vocabulary while also learning about the mythical

Olympian gods and Roman history.

Latin II

Credit

Course Code

1

0706310

Building on your knowledge of Latin grammar and vocabulary, you will also explore Roman engineering, art, commerce, and its system of laws to demonstrate the flexibility of the language.

Prerequisite: Latin I.

Latin III Honors

Credit

Honors Code

1

0706320

Strengthen your Latin vocabulary skills and develop an appreciation for well-crafted writing by visiting the library of great authors. You will read the timeless words of Roman poets, storytellers, and orators and recognize why Latin, and those who speak it, are still relevant today.

Prerequisites: Latin I & II.




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Spanish I

Credit

Course Code

1

0708340

Learn basic Spanish grammar to help build your fluency and understanding, and apply what you learn through interactive games, written practice, listening, and speaking exercises.

Spanish II

Credit

Course Code

1

0708350

Strengthen your Spanish listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while experiencing the beauty and expressiveness of a language that is shared by different people and cultures throughout the world. Prerequisite: Spanish I.

Spanish for Spanish Speakers I

Credit

Course Code

1

0709300

Designed especially for students whose primary language is Spanish, the course will help you enhance proficiency in your native language. Advance your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and gain a thorough understanding of Spanish grammar fundamentals. Spanish is used exclusively in this course. Prerequisite: Native or fluent Spanish speaking abilities recommended.

This course can be used to meet a world language credit required for university admission and for the Bright Futures Scholarship.

Electives

Art History and Criticism I Honors

Credit

Honors Code

1

0100330

Critique and compare significant works of art and architecture from Prehistory through the 16th century. You will analyze art history and criticism methodologies, explore media and techniques used by artists from various cultures and time periods, and learn appropriate terminology for discussing artwork from around the world.

This course can be used to meet a performing/fine arts requirement for high school graduation.

Computing for College and Careers

Credit

Course Code

1

8209020

Turn your computer into an effective tool for communication. This course will help you acquire the essential business skills needed for any successful career.

Eligible students will have the opportunity to earn their Microsoft Office Specialist certifications in Word, Powerpoint, and Excel. This course provides a practical art credit and can be used (with Foundations of Web Design and User Interface Design) as part of the three-course sequence of vocational courses for The Gold Seal/Bright Futures

Scholarship.

Creative Photography I

Credit

Course Code

1

0108310

Develop your photography knowledge, including the basics of lighting, shutter speed, and composition. Gain an understanding of professional photography, learn what creates an eyecatching photo, and build a portfolio of images.

You must have access to a digital camera (cell phone cameras do not meet the requirement) to take this course. This course can be used to meet a performing/fine arts requirement for high school graduation.

Driver Education/Traffic Safety

Credit

Course Code

0.5

1900300

Develop safe driving skills by studying the Highway Transportation System, road signs, rules of the road, and how to make good choices behind the wheel. This course covers the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles required completion of the Traffic Law & Substance Abuse

Education (TLSAE). Upon completion, receive a TLSAE certificate, a necessary step toward getting your learner’s permit. Prerequisite: Must be at least 14 and a half years old.

This course cannot be used to fulfill the online course requirement per the Digital Learning Act for students entering 9th grade in 2013 and after.




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Forensic Sciences I

Credit

Course Code

1

2002480

Fingerprints. Blood spatter. DNA analysis. Discover how clues and data are recorded and preserved, and examine some of the basic scientific principles that guide forensic laboratory processes like DNA testing, toxicology, and material analysis. This course focuses on techniques and practices used by forensic scientists during a crime scene investigation (CSI). Prerequisite:

10th–12th grade status recommended.

This course provides elective credit only and cannot be used to fulfill a science requirement for high school graduation.

Foundations of Web Design

Credit

Course Code

1

9001110

NEW! Explore interactive, real-world scenarios to learn basic Web design principles. From HTML to Adobe CS6 Dreamweaver and Photoshop, this course builds a strong foundation of Web design skills. Prerequisite: Computing for College and Careers or Introduction to Information

Technology.

All necessary software is provided on a virtual desktop – no downloads required! This course provides a practical art credit and can be used (with Computing for

College and Careers and User Interface Design) as part of the three-course sequence of vocational courses for The Gold Seal/Bright Futures Scholarship.

Guitar I

Credit

Course Code

1

1301320

This introduction to the basics of music and guitar includes music notation and musical styles.

You will learn practice skills, play the guitar, and perform for your instructor throughout the course.

No prior music experience is necessary, but you must have your own six-string guitar and a way to record and submit a video performance to your instructor. This course can be used as a performing/fine arts credit to meet the art requirement for high school graduation.

Introduction to Information Technology

Credit

Course Code

1

8207310

COMING SOON! Develop foundational skills needed for exciting careers like game development, military defense, and software engineering! You will explore Web design, operating systems, programming languages, and much more in this course. Learn about your strengths and how they relate to the different careers in the IT field while preparing for your Internet

Business Associate industry certification.

Journalism I

Credit

Course Code

1

1006300

Explore the history of journalism in the United States from its key role in the first amendment all the way up to present day issues regarding “right to know” and the changing landscape of journalistic media in the 21st century. Acquire the skills and information needed to actively participate in the consumption, analysis, and creation of news media. Prerequisite: Language Arts III recommended.

This course provides a practical art credit to meet the art requirement for high school graduation.

Law Studies

Credit

Course Code

0.5

2106350

What are your rights as an American citizen? In this course, you will investigate aspects of family and consumer law, and learn how the state and federal court systems work. Gain an understanding of the judicial system and examine key differences between civil and criminal law.

Leadership Skills Development

Credit

Course Code

1

2400300

Succeed in high school, college, and beyond by taking your future into your own hands. In this two-semester course, you will learn how to take action, manage your time, chart your goals, and many other leadership techniques.

Music of the World

Credit

Course Code

1

1301310

Take your knowledge of music to the next level. Learn about the impact of music and how it represents different cultures while “meeting” musicians and composers and discussing their works. Gain a historical perspective of music and experience a variety of musical styles, from the

Middle Ages through the 21st century.

This course can be used as a performing/fine arts credit to meet the art requirement for high school graduation.

Parenting Skills

Credit

Course Code

0.5

8500300

Parenting involves more than having a child and providing food and shelter. Take this one- semester course to explore parenting roles and responsibilities, nurturing and protective environments for children, positive parenting strategies, and effective communication in parent/ child relationships.

Personal and Family Finance

Credit

Course Code

0.5

8500120

Why do we pay taxes? How do credit cards work? Learn proper money management skills and how to achieve financial success in this one-semester course. Find out how to avoid common financial mistakes, how to invest in your future, and how to manage your personal and family finances effectively.


Psychology I

Credit

Course Code

0.5

2107300

UPDATED! Do you wonder about things like why you learn the way you do, how you forget, and what makes you remember? Develop an understanding of and an appreciation for human behavior, behavior interaction, and the progressive development of individuals in this highlyinteractive course.

Reading for College Success

Credit

Course Code

0.5

1008350

This course will provide you with the necessary tools to become successful in both academics and in the workplace. Reading is a vital skill needed to effectively take notes, summarize the main idea, and separate fact from opinion. This course empowers you to achieve your goals in higher education and in the career of your choice.

This course is designed for 11th and 12th graders needing to pass the CPT or PERT college entrance exams and whose college placement scores are below the established cut score indicating that they are not “college-ready” in Reading (CPT, below 83; SAT, below 440; ACT, below 18). This course is NOT intended for FCAT preparation or students in grades 6-10.

Social Media I

Credit

Course Code

0.5

1006375

NEW! Explore your individual contribution and influential powers by identifying your digital imprint. In this course, you will examine the world through social media, where citizen journalism is the news, personal audiences are your critics and your supporters, and personal connection is subjective.

User Interface Design

Credit 1

Course Code 9001120

NEW! Learn techniques to improve user experience and advanced Web concepts like FTP, CSS, and search engine optimization. You will also focus on building business skills like working with clients. Prerequisites: Computing for College and Careers or Introduction to Information

Technology and Foundations of Web Design.

Adobe Dreamweaver and Photoshop access is provided though a virtual desktop – no downloads required! Students who qualify will have the opportunity to earn the

Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) Web Communication using Adobe Dreamweaver certification. This course provides a practical art credit and can be used (with Computing for College and Careers and Foundations of Web Design) as part of the three-course sequence of vocational courses for The Gold Seal/Bright Futures Scholarship.

Advanced Placement

AP Art History

Credit

Advanced Code

1

0100300

Examine major forms of artistic expression from a variety of cultures and eras. You will learn to look at works of art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity, and to articulate what you see or experience. Prerequisite: World History recommended.

This course meets a performing/fine arts requirement for high school graduation.

AP Biology

Credit

Advanced Code

1

2000340

This challenging two-semester course engages you in a wide variety of activities. There is substantial emphasis on interpreting and collecting data in virtual labs, writing analytical essays, and mastering biology concepts. Prerequisite: Algebra I recommended.

This course meets one required science credit for high school graduation.

AP Calculus AB

Credit

Advanced Code

1

1202310

Comparable to college and university calculus, this course will help prepare you for the Calculus

AB Advanced Placement* exam. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, & Pre-Calculus or Trigonometry/Analytical Geometry.

This course meets one required math credit for high school graduation.

AP Calculus BC

Credit

Advanced Code

1

1202320

Comparable to college and university calculus, this course will help prepare you for the Calculus

BC Advanced Placement* exam. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, & Pre-Calculus or Trigonometry/Analytical Geometry.





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AP Computer Science A

Credit

Advanced Code

1

0200320

Develop the skills required to write programs or parts of programs to correctly solve specific problems. You will learn design techniques to make programs understandable, adaptable, and reusable. Prerequisites: Algebra I, Geometry, & Algebra II.

This course provides elective credit only.

AP English Language and Composition

Credit

Advanced Code

1

1001420

Read and analyze prose written in various periods, disciplines, and rhetorical contexts while gaining an understanding of the interactions among a writer’s purposes, audience expectations, and subjects. Prerequisites: English I & II.

This course meets one required English credit for high school graduation.

AP English Literature and Composition

Credit

Advanced Code

1

1001430

Develop critical standards for the appreciation of literary works and increase your sensitivity to literature as a shared experience. Prerequisites: English I, II, & III.

This course meets one required English credit for high school graduation.

AP Environmental Science

Credit

Advanced Code

1

2001380

Learn the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world. You will evaluate the risks associated with environmental problems and examine alternative solutions in virtual labs. Prerequisites: Algebra I and two years of high school science, with labs.

This course meets one required science credit for high school graduation.

AP Human Geography

Credit 1

Advanced Code 2103400

Explore the patterns and processes that impact the way humans understand, use, and change

Earth’s surface. Geographic models, methods, and tools help you examine the effect that human social organization and interconnections have on our world.


AP Macroeconomics

Credit 0.5


Understand the choices you make as a producer, consumer, investor, and taxpayer. This course provides you with the knowledge and decision-making tools necessary for understanding how a society must organize its limited resources to satisfy its unlimited wants.

This course meets the Economics high school graduation requirement.

AP Microeconomics

Credit 0.5


By taking on the role of a leader at a fictitious company, you will learn fundamental economic concepts, including scarcity, opportunity costs and trade-offs, productivity, economic systems and institutions, exchange, money, and interdependence.

This course meets the Economics high school graduation requirement.

AP Psychology

Credit

Advanced Code

1

2107350

Immerse yourself in modern psychological techniques investigating the ethics and morality of human and animal research. In this college-level course, you will learn the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each major area of psychology and enhance your scientific critical thinking skills.





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AP Statistics

Credit

Advanced Code

1

1210320

Actively construct your own understanding of the methods, interpretation, communication, and application of statistics. Each unit is framed by ideas and questions designed to provide you with a deep understanding of the concepts at hand, rather than memorization and emulation.

Prerequisite: Algebra II.


AP United States Government and Politics

Credit

Advanced Code

0.5

2106420

Research the roles of the media, political parties, interest groups, states, candidates, bureaucracy, and the public in the governmental process. You will experience the production of policy building in multiple economic and social settings. Prerequisite: United States History recommended.

This course meets the United States Government high school graduation requirement.

AP United States History

Credit

Advanced Code

1

2100330

Examine key themes and events of our history, including American identity, diversity, religion, culture, war, and slavery, as well as economic, political, and demographic changes. You will also analyze globalization and environmental issues. Prerequisite: World History recommended.

This course meets the United States History high school graduation requirement.

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MJ Language Arts

Language Arts I

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

1001010

1001020

UPDATED! Read short stories and novels, listen to music, read newspapers, and even interview your family. You will also learn how to write interesting stories of your own. Recommended for

6th grade.

Language Arts II

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

1001040

1001050

UPDATED! Discover your own ability to write through reading, listening, and analyzing various texts, such as newspapers and novels. Recommended for 7th grade.

Language Arts III

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

1001070

1001080

UPDATED! Acquire the tools to understand and express yourself through writing. By the end of the course, you will have completed a portfolio of your own original writings. Recommended for

8th grade.

MJ Mathematics

Mathematics I

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

1205010

1205020

Through games that reinforce and strengthen mathematics skills, you will have opportunities to demonstrate your knowledge of number manipulation in real-world scenarios. Recommended for

6th grade.

Mathematics II

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

1205040

1205050

Learn mathematics through animations, applications, videos, games, and real-world scenarios while creating, investigating, and demonstrating your knowledge. Recommended for 7th grade.

Pre-Algebra

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

1205070

1205080

Gain a true understanding of higher-level concepts, such as systems of equations and central tendencies, in this engaging, hands-on mathematics course. Recommended for 8th grade.

MJ Science

Comprehensive Science I

Credit

Course Code

1

2002040

This introduction to science focuses on energy, force, weather, climate, Earth’s systems, and living organisms. Explore topics in-depth and build a foundation for concepts covered in

Comprehensive Science II and III. Recommended for 6th grade.


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Comprehensive Science II

Credit

Course Code

1

2002070

Explore the foundations of science, including energy, Earth’s changing features and structures,

Earth’s history, genetics, heredity, and the organization and interaction of living organisms.

Recommended for 7th grade.


Comprehensive Science III

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

2002100

2002110

Prepare for high school science courses with this introduction of new topics and review of science basics. You will learn more about the nature of science, Earth and space science, properties of matter, changes in matter, matter and energy, and energy flow. Recommended for

8th grade.

MJ Social Studies

World History

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

2109010

2109020

Travel back in time to discover the secrets and benefits of our world’s history. You will learn about

China’s ancient dynasties, the precision of Mayan astronomy, and India’s contribution to medicine, which have formed what we know and who we are today. Recommended for 6th grade.

Civics

Credit

Course Code

Advanced Code

1

2106010

2106020

UPDATED! Explore the rights and responsibilities of United States citizenship and examine the structure and function of federal, state, and local governments. You will learn about geography and economics and the important roles citizens play in their communities. Recommended for 7th grade.

United States History

Credit 1

Course Code 2100010

UPDATED! You will discover that history is full of adventure, colorful characters, and complex plots. Each plot is different and highlights an important story from our nation’s past.

Recommended for 8th grade.


MJ Health/Physical Education

Fitness – Grade 6

Credit 0.5

Course Code 1508000

You will explore health and fitness topics with a crew of virtual characters. Among them is Coach

Cardio, who will help measure your increasing fitness level as you learn to keep your body physically fit.

Comprehensive PE – Grades 6/7

Credit

Course Code

0.5

1508600

You will reach new levels of fitness in this course through sports, dance, aquatics, and more. A friendly cast of course characters will guide you through exercising safely, activities that target different areas of your body, and reaching new goals.

Comprehensive PE – Grades 7/8

Credit

Course Code

0.5

1508700

This course will provide you with practice in diverse sports skills and game strategy, leading to a physically active lifestyle. You will explore nutrition and peer pressure while learning how to make effective decisions.

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MJ World Languages

Spanish Beginning

Credit 1

Course Code 0708000

Learn basic Spanish phrases and vocabulary through interactive lessons that include images, recordings, and videos.

Spanish Intermediate

Credit 1

Course Code 0708010

Journey to Spain, Puerto Rico, Colombia, and Argentina with our student traveler, Cristina. Learn new words and phrases with pictures, audio clips, and videos, and acquire conversation basics through interactive reading, writing, listening, and speaking exercises. Prerequisite: Spanish

Beginning.

MJ Electives

Career Research and Decision Making

Credit

Course Code

0.5

1700060

Learn how to set goals and develop an understanding about making informed career decisions.

Throughout this course, you will participate in several self-assessment activities to help you become more aware of your unique interests, values, and skills.

Creative Photography I

Credit

Course Code

1

0102040

Learn and apply basic camera skills to photograph animals, people, and landscapes. You will select subjects, take photographs, and print and display memories in your own portfolio.

You must have access to a digital camera (cell phone cameras do not meet the requirement) to take this course.

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Learning

Credit

Course Code

0.5

1700100

Gain strategies to find important information quickly, transfer it to long-term memory, and perform better on assignments and tests. You will learn to become a more efficient learner, find balance, and prioritize goals. Recommended for 6th, 7th, or 8th grade.

Guitar I

Credit

Course Code

1

1301060

COMING SOON! Start your musical career by learning the basics of guitar! You will develop practice skills, learn music notation and musical styles, and perform for your instructor throughout the course.

No prior music experience is necessary, but you must have your own six-string guitar and a way to record and submit a video performance to your instructor.

Reading I

Credit

Course Code

1

1008010

Through a variety of interesting fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, as well as videos and class participation, you will learn new vocabulary and comprehension skills. Recommended for 6th grade.

MJ Middle/Junior




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