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English
Literature - 1 Credit Literature
Platinum is organized by genre to encourage comprehensive study of the
types of literature. The following list
shows the units and
sections within each unit. The Short Story:
Plot, Characterization, Point of View, Setting, Symbol, Tone and Irony,
and Theme Features at the
end of the selection are designed to foster comprehension and encourage
constructive response, either personal or literary. The study questions
are built upon four levels of comprehension: the personal response, the
literal, the interpretive, and the applied. These features encourage
the growth of skills needed by students to become independent readers. Each unit ends with two complete writing lessons. Each lesson focuses on a form of writing and guides students through the writing process. |
| Math 3 Math Credits Required to Graduate Algebra I- 1 Credit
Algebra 1 is made up of five
instructional components: Introduction of the New Increment, Examples
with Complete Solutions, Practice of the Increment, Daily Problem Set,
and Cumulative Tests. Algebra 1 covers topics typically
treated in a first-year algebra course. Algebra 1
includes such topics as:
arithmetic and
evaluation of expressions involving signed numbers, exponents, and roots
properties of real numbers absolute value equations and inequalities involving absolute value scientific notation unit conversions solution of equations in one unknown solution of simultaneous equations the algebra of polynomials and rational expressions word problems requiring algebra for the solution (such as uniform motion and coin problems) graphical solution of simultaneous equations graphs of a variety of functions: linear, quadratic, cubic, square root, absolute value, etc. translations and reflections of graphs factoring Pythagorean theorem algebraic proofs functional notation and functions solution of quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and quadratic formula direct and inverse variation exponential growth computation of the perimeter and area of two-dimensional regions computation of the surface area and volume of a wide variety of geometric solids statistics probability Algebra 2 -1 CreditAlgebra 2 is made up of five instructional components: Introduction of the New Increment, Examples with Complete Solutions, Practice of the Increment, Daily Problem Set, and Cumulative Tests. Lesson reference numbers are included with the Daily Problem Sets, identifying lessons students can review if they have difficulty in solving the problems. Algebra 2 not only treats topics that are traditionally covered in second-year algebra, but also covers a considerable amount of geometry. Time is spent developing geometric concepts and writing proof outlines. Students completing Algebra 2 will have studied the equivalent of one semester of informal geometry. Applications to subjects such as physics and chemistry, as well as real-world problems, are also covered. The Test Masters include complete solutions for all tests, and solutions for all practice problems are included in the Solutions Manual. Algebra 2 includes such topics as: graphical
solution of simultaneous equations
basic trigonometric functions scientific notation radicals conic sections roots of quadratic equations, including complex roots properties of real numbers geometric proofs factoring inequalities and systems of inequalities logarithms and antilogarithms exponential equations algebra of polynomials vectors algebraic word problems gas law set theory probability |
| Science 3 Science Credits required to Graduate Biology - 1 Credit
Students
conduct
field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during
investigations,
and make informed decisions using critical-thinking and scientific
problem-solving.
Students in Biology study a variety of topics that include: structures
and functions of cells and viruses; growth and development of
organisms;
cells, tissues, and organs; nucleic acids and genetics; biological
evolution;
taxonomy; metabolism and energy transfers in living organisms; living
systems;
homeostasis; ecosystems; and plants and the environment.Chemistry - 1 Credit
You are about to embark on an
amazingly exciting journey into a world of discoveries and surprises-
the world of chemistry. Throughout the pages of this textbook,
you will come to understand the nature of matter and energy and the
interactions between them. You will also gain an appreciation of
the scientific process that has resulted in the body of knowledge we
have today. Much care has been taken to write and present the
concepts of chemistry in a manner that makes your learning
easier. But you have an important role to play in the process
too! You must learn to use your textbook effectively in order to
get the most out of it.
Topics include
Chemistry and You, Energy and
Matter, Atomic Structure, Electron Configurations, The Periodic Table,
Groups of Elements, Chemical Formulas and Bonding, Molecular Shape,
Chemical Reactions and Equations, The Mole, The Mathematics of Chemical
Equations, Heat in Chemical Reactions, Gases, Liquids and Solids,
Solutions, Chemical Equilibrium, Solubility and Precipitation, Acids,
Bases, and Salts, Reactions of Acids and Bases, Oxidation and
Reduction, Electrochemistry, Rates of Reaction, Thermodynamics,
Applications of Nuclear Chemistry, Carbon and Its Compounds, Classes of
Organic Compounds, and The Chemistry of Life
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| Social Studies 3 Social Studies Credits Required to Graduate World History 1 Credit
CONNECTING WITH PAST LEANINGS: Early Civilizations. Empires of the Ancient World, Regional
CivilizationsEarly Modern Times: The Renaissance and Reformation
(1300–1600), The First Global Age: Europe and Asia (1415–1796) The
First Global Age:
Europe, the Americas, and Africa (1492–1750), The Age of Absolutism
(1550–1800)Enlightenment
and Revolution: The Enlightenment and the American Revolution
(1700–1800), The French Revolution and Napoleon (1789–1815),1789–1815),
Thevolution Begins (1750–1850),Revolutions in Eu1750–1850)
,Revolutions790–1848).Industrialism and a New Global Age: Life in the
Industrial Age (1800–1910), Nationalism Triumphs in Europe (1800–1915),
Growth of Western Democracies (1815–1914), The New Imperialism
(1800–1914), New Global Patterns (1800–1914)World Wars and Revolution:
World War I and Its Aftermath (1914–1919), Revolution in Russia
(1917–1939), Nationalism
and Revolution Around the World (1914–1939), Crisis of Democracy in the
West
(1919–1939), World War II and Its Aftermath (1931–1949)The World Today: The World Since 1945: An Overview
(1945–Present), Europe and North America (1945–Present), East Asia and
Southeast
Asia (1945–Present), South Asia and the Middle East
(1945–Present), Africa (1945–Present), Latin
America
(1945–Present)
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| Foreign Language (2 credits of Foreign language
required if attending college)
SPANISH
TWO 1 Credit
The
work text, Spanish Now! Level 2, is a
continuation of the program developed in Spanish Now level 1. It contains a variety of exercises about
topics on practical situations for
proficiency in the four skills; speaking, listening, reading, and
writing. The stories and dialogues in the
book tell of the adventures of an imaginary Spanish family. Units are comprised of a dialogs, a pertinent
vocabulary list, a detailed grammar or structure presentation, a series
of modeled speaking and writing exercises, a word game, exercises on
structures. The final element of each unit
is an example of Spanish art that is edified with phrases highlighting
the artistic elements that encourage the student to compare and
contrast for art appreciation.Spanish 2 includes
topics such as:
Review of topics presented in level 1: nouns, articles, present and past tenses of regular irregular verbs, uses of ser & estar, present participles, negative word structure, math expressions Hace & time & que…, desde… formulas for, “how long…” Acabar de & infinitive = “to have just” Idiomatic expressions: a, a la, al, con, cuanto, dar, de Imperfect indicative verb tense Present Participle and Past Progressive tense Comparatives and Superlatives Possessive Adjectives Past tense for Irregular and Stem Changing Verbs Future Tense Reflexive Verbs Idiomatic expressions: hasta, lo, mañana, mismo, no, para, poco Conditional verb tense Introduction to simple letter writing Double Object Pronoun placement Present Subjunctive Possessive Pronouns Relative Pronouns Imperfect Subjunctive Past Participle “Haber” as an auxiliary verb, haber de, & inf., and tener Proverbs Past perfect tense Conocer vs Saber Deber de and tener que & infinitive FRENCH TWO- 1
Credit
(2 credits of Foreign language required if
attending college)
The worktext A Bord, presents the French
language in an integrated approach of contextual presentation of
vocabulary and grammar elements along with cultural aspects of French
speaking areas of the world. The goal is
to balance as much as possible, the 4 skills of reading, writing,
listening and speaking. Each unit is composed of an introduction of
thematic vocabulary with accompanying exercises, presentation of
structure or grammar with accompanying exercises, modeled conversations
with accompanying exercises, and a reading that presents aspects of
culture. Each unit culminates with a wrap
up review enabling students to have a concise source for quiz
preparation. |