Milburn High School Online

DoDEA Course Information

English

English 9
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1

This course contains assignments related to specific literary genres including but not limited to drama, poetry, and short stories. In addition to the reading assignments, each module contains writing assignments with opportunity for revision, grammar lessons, and literary analysis assignments. Reading will cover a variety of genres from different cultures and eras. Writing assignments will have an emphasis on the writing process.

English 10
Prerequisite: English 9 or equivalent
Credit: 1

This class encompasses many aspects of the English language and literature. A major part of this course will be the study of literature using comprehensive anthology. This is the study of literary genres: plays, poetry, short stories, nonfiction, and novel. These selections also emphasize our literary heritage through the reading of both classical and modern pieces. Students will utilize writing skills in the composition of written essays.

English 11
Prerequisite: English 10 or equivalent
Credit: 1

Students will read and analyze the relationship among American literature, history, and culture. Literary movements will be described and contrasted while students explore and differentiate among characters. Informational texts will provide a study of vocabulary, composition, and style. Persuasive writing, business writing, and research papers will be assigned so students develop a practical writing application.

English 12
Prerequisite: English 11 or equivalent
Credit: 1

Students are introduced to works from the entire spectrum of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period up to contemporary writings. Writing assignments will cover essay composition, analytical writing, and technical writing skills. Opportunities to individualize course work in both reading and writing will be provided through assignment options and independent reading.

Mathematics

Algebra I
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1

Algebra I introduces the use of mathematical expressions to solve both real world and theoretical problems. Through this course, students will become mathematical problems solvers as they explore and apply the concepts of equations and solution methods. This course will allow students to make connections between Algebraic concepts, activities, applications, technology, disciplines, and cultures.

Geometry
Prerequisite: Algebra I
Credit: 1

The study of this course will provide a learning base for students to better understand and analyze certain aspects of their surroundings and apply mathematical concepts to real-life situations. Students will apply formulas and mathematical equations to solve and analyze problems. Throughout this course, students will build on prior knowledge of Algebra and other areas of mathematics. Students will study various geometric concepts and how these skills are applied.

Science

Biology I
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1

Students will explore the relationships among facts, concepts, and principles of Biology. They will develop study skills, communication skills, science process skills, and mathematics skills as they proceed through this course. Mathematics is the language of the scientist, so this course encourages students to apply mathematics in order to illustrate the close relationship between math and science.

Earth Science
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1

Students will be introduced to Earth Science through reading, interactive web research and laboratories. Students will explore the nature of science through the investigation of various Earth Science concepts. The course is divided into four main topics: Astronomy, Meteorology, Oceanography and Geology. Subtopics include planets, stars and the universe; atmosphere and weather; Earth's oceans; history of the Earth, plate tectonics and volcanoes. Students will interpret data through the use and development of online maps, graphs and charts.

Social Studies

US History
Prerequisite: World History or Equivalent
Credit: 1

U.S. History is a course in which students examine the political, economic, social and cultural growth of the United States. Students study major historical developments and their impact on contemporary society and the individual. Map and globe reading, critical thinking, writing, research and group process skills are refined. Students will trace and examine the development of U.S. History from early discoveries to modern times; recognize major issues, movements, people, and events; analyze the impact of other cultures on the growth and development of the United States; demonstrate knowledge of events and issues of the various periods and significant events of U.S. history.

World History I and II
Prerequisite: none
Credit: 1, Elective

Students will recognize the migration of pre-historic humans throughout the world; compare the rise and development of societies; explain the events, technologies and ideas that shaped societies, and compare and contrast the elements of societies around the world. Part II, students will trace and examine the development of world history from the early Middle Ages to Modern times; perform effective historical research and analysis; know significant dates, names, places, events, and ideas; recognize the impacts of politics, culture, and economics during this period; and differentiate among the events of major eras and ages and analyze their implications.