Message from the Principal
International Baccalaureate
Download 0.55 Mb.
|
- Navigate this page:
- Language Al English (HL) (IB 11 12)
- French and Spanish (SL) Language B
- Workbook: $20.00 History of the Americas (HL)
- Fee: Supply $15.00 Chemistry (SL)
- Fee: Supply $15.00 Physics (SL)
- Fee: Supply $15.00 Math SL I
- Fee: Supply $50.00 Visual Art (HL)
- Fee: Supply $50.00 Art (SL) Option A (SLA)
- Fee: Supply $50.00 Art (SL) Option B (SLB)
- Fee: Supply $50.00 Music (SL)
- Auto Mechanics 1 (Brush High School) College Tech Prep Grade 11 3 credits (2 Lab, 1 Related)
- Auto Mechanics 2 (Brush High School) College Tech Prep Grade 12 3 credits (2 Lab, 1 Related)
- Business Academy 1 and 2 (Mayfield High School) College Tech Prep Grade 11 Grade 12
International BaccalaureateIB students in the full Diploma Programme must enroll in at least three higher level (HL) courses and three standard level (SL) courses. One subject must be chosen from each of the six subject groups: Group 1 Language A1 Group 2 Language B Group 3 Individuals and Societies Group 4 Experimental Sciences Group 5 Mathematics Group 6 Arts and Electives (Instead of a group six subject, a candidate may select any additional subject from groups 1-4.) All IB Students must enroll in Theory of Knowledge and CAS. Higher Level Courses Standard Level Courses Language A1 French, Spanish Biology Chemistry, Physics History of the Americas Math SL I & II Visual Arts Visual Arts Music
Only Advanced Placement and IB courses are weighted. Students must take the (AP/IB) exam in order to receive the weighted grade on their transcript. Any AP/IB Course that is scheduled as a two year course must be completed and the student must take the exam for the weighted grade. Language Al English (HL) (IB 11 & 12) (Four semesters, ½ credit per semester) Prerequisite: English 9, English 10 (Honors level preferred) This is a two-year pre-university course in literature, which encourages students to see literary works as products of art and their authors as craftsman whose methods of production can be analyzed in a variety of ways and on a number of levels. Students convey their analysis through oral and written exposition. The works studied are by British and world authors, both modern and classic, selected from the IB Prescribed Book List. French and Spanish (SL) Language B (Two semesters, ½ credit per semester, 12) Prerequisite: Levels I, II, III and IV credit. Grade of "C" or better is highly recommended. The fundamental objective at this level is for students to achieve high ability in the four language skills therefore improving overall communication in the target language. Students should enter the IB level with a wide range of vocabulary and strong grammar skills in writing and speaking. Such effective communication involves the process of understanding how to express ideas clearly and convincingly, which demands a further awareness of target cultures. The aim is to equip students to use the target language spontaneously and appropriately in unfamiliar as well as familiar situations. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of materials and genres to help expand knowledge of target language and cultures. Students will be assessed throughout the year according to IB standards in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will sit for the oral portion of the exam in late winter and the written papers in spring as directed by the International Baccalaureate Organization. Workbook: $20.00 History of the Americas (HL) (Four semesters, ½ credit per semester) Prerequisite: Social Studies 9, Social Studies 10 or (AP) U.S. History This two‑year curriculum will be offered in the eleventh and twelfth grade and will integrate American, Canadian, and Latin American histories. The course is designed to promote an awareness and understanding of the countries in the Western Hemisphere through a two‑year sequence where students are introduced to the common experience in the Americas through a comparative analysis of cultural, political, social, and economic issues. The junior year will study the Americas as our regional option from the wars of independence through reconstruction. The internal assessment will also be initiated in the eleventh grade and compromise 25% of the student’s final grade. The senior year will focus on an analysis of the Western Hemisphere in the 20th century. Incorporated in this study will be topics related to the International Baccalaureate's 20th century World History topics: causes, practices and efforts of the War, the rise and rule of Single‑party states and the Cold War. One month of the senior year the student will look in‑depth at the prescribed topic, the Cold War, outside Europe 1960‑1979. Biology (HL) (Four semesters, ½ credit per semester) Prerequisite: CPE Science, Chemistry (Honors level preferred) The intent of the IB Biology (HL) program is for students to secure knowledge of a large body of facts and at the same time a broad general understanding of the subject. The student should be able to apply this general understanding as widely as possible. There are four basic biological concepts that comprise Biology (HL). These themes include the following: 1) Structure and Function ‑ this is one of the most important in biology. It can be observed that structures permit functions in some organisms while at the same time limit functions in others. 2) Universality versus Diversity ‑ At the factual level it soon becomes obvious that molecules such as enzymes, amino acids, and nucleic acids are ubiquitous and so are processes and structures. However these universal features exist in a biological world of enormous variety and diversity. 3) Equilibrium within Systems ‑ Checks and balances exist both within living organisms and in ecosystems. The state of dynamic equilibrium is essential for the continuity of life. 4) Evolution ‑ The concept of evolution draws together other themes. It can be regarded as unifying the other themes. It can be seen as change leading to diversity within ecosystems and this leads to adaptations of structure and function. The advantage of these themes, or strands, is that students can study biology at differing levels of complexity (hierarchies), being able to make a range of explanations.
Prerequisite: CPE Science, Chemistry (Honors level preferred) IB Standard Level Chemistry is an experimental science course that develops an understanding of traditional academic chemistry, as well as practical laboratory and investigational skills. Chemistry is called the central science as chemical principles underpin both the physical environment in which we live and all biological systems. Traditional topic areas include stoichiometry, atomic theory, bonding, kinetics, equilibrium, and acid-base chemistry. In addition, other topics may include environmental chemistry, biochemistry, and chemical industries. As part of the SL Chemistry course, students will satisfy the IB requirement for their Group 4 project by participating in an integrated/collaborative research effort. This course will be offered every other year (school years beginning with an odd number year) to allow all IB diploma students access to this curriculum during their two year program. Goggles Required Fee: Supply $15.00 Physics (SL) (Two semesters, ½ credit per semester) Prerequisite: CPE Science, Chemistry (Honors level preferred) IB Standard Level Physics is an experimental science course that develops an understanding of natural physical phenomena through both qualitative and quantitative means. The focus of Physics is the study of the interactions between matter and energy. Traditional topic areas include measurement, mechanics, thermodynamics, wave mechanics, electricity and magnetism, atomic physics energy and climate change. The course will blend a conceptual understanding with the theoretical and experimental processes that shape this scientific discipline. To fully develop students' comprehension of physics, consideration will be given to the societal and historical impact of the discipline. It is through these perspectives that students will acquire an appreciation for the international contributions to the development of science. As part of the SL Physics course, students will satisfy the IB requirement for their group 4 project by participating in an integrated/collaborative research effort. This course will be offered every other year (school years beginning with an even number year) to allow all IB diploma students access to this curriculum during their two year program. Fee: Supply $15.00 Math SL I (Two semesters, ½ credit per semester) Prerequisite: Honors Integrated Math 3 This IB course provides an introduction to many topics typically covered in a Pre-calculus class. These include quadratic, logarithmic, exponential, and trigonometric functions, the Laws of Sines and Cosines, The Binomial Theorem, vectors, basic statistics, and probability. A significant component of the class is the completion of IB portfolio items. It is a fast paced and challenging course for students with a strong math background and skills. A graphing calculator is required. Math SL II (Two semesters, ½ credit per semester) Prerequisite: Math SLI This IB course completes the Math Methods sequence by addressing topics typically covered in a Calculus class. These include: differentiation, integration, and review of Math I material. This is a difficult course solely for students with extremely strong math skills. A graphing calculator is required. Visual Art These prerequisites are for all the IB Visual Art courses: Visual Arts (SL) – Art I, II (preferred) or Art I and additional semester art course. Each Visual Arts course consists of two linked compulsory parts, with many activities integrating work in studio with workbook research. In common to each course are core elements, which include the: * Introduction to art concepts, criticism and analysis * Acquisition of studio technical and media skills * Relation of art to sociocultural and historical contexts.
Recommended: Music Appreciation (Perspectives in Music) and Music Theory or equivalent (completion of theory workbook in summer). Standard Level: * Group Performance option (SLG) 150 hours The primary focus of the IB Music course is to prepare students to successfully understand the material needed to pass the IB Music examinations. This course will encompass the external assessment components of IB. This course is supplemental and accounts for 50% of the student's IB grade. The remaining 50% is based on group performance. All students will be in the group performance option, and they must be a member of a school performance ensemble (band, choir, or orchestra). Students will analyze the prescribed work and other pieces using the assessment criteria: Aural Perception, Technical Language, Structural Analysis, and Context. Students will discuss characteristics of the composer's compositional style, historical background, genre, text, form, performance practices, etc. Musical compositions will include examples from different genres, style periods, and world music. Musical Investigation: (Media script) Each student will produce a written media script of no more than 2,000 words exploring the relationships between musical pieces from two identifiable and distinct musical cultures. Each musical culture must have one or more musical examples, should be something that the student will enjoy researching, and should engage the interest of the proposed audience. Theory of Knowledge (Two semesters, ¼ credit per semester, 11, 12) What do we know? Why do we know it? How do we know it? A student in Theory of Knowledge (TOK) will address these questions through adventurous, thoughtful and purposeful exploration into the different ways of knowing. The focus of TOK is the student, and the students’ abilities to analyze and think critically about the world around them. Students’ assumptions will be challenged in order to foster an appreciation for the quest for knowledge. This course challenges the student to question the bases of knowledge, gain an awareness of subjective and ideological biases, develop the skills to analyze evidence as expressed in rational argument and engage in exploration of other perspectives. TOK is taught within the spirit of free inquiry using a primarily Socratic approach. TOK is not merely a course in philosophy, though students will have an introduction to classical and modern philosophy through a variety of discussions and readings, and will gain a working knowledge of different philosophical frameworks. Moral Philosophy will be addressed in greater depth, as students will be challenged to address current issues of both national and global importance, such as: abortion, cloning and reproductive technologies, genetic research, euthanasia, assisted suicide and issues of medical choices, capital punishment, race (ethnicity) and eugenics, gender issues, sexual orientation, the allocation of medical resources, world hunger, poverty and the allocation of resources (including Genetically Modified Organisms), animal rights and other environmental issues. Theory of Knowledge is the central element of the IB Diploma Programme. Thus, any student enrolled in the Diploma Programme must take TOK and complete all assessments. Assessments for all students include both oral and written work, including at least one essay of 1200-1600 words and one presentation given in class. CAS Creativity, Action, Service is known by its acronym and is a fundamental part of the IB diploma experience. The CAS requirement takes seriously the importance of life outside the world of scholarship, providing a counterbalance to the academic self-absorption some may feel within a demanding school curriculum. The creative, physical, and social development of human beings can be shaped by their own experiences. Participation in CAS encourages students to share their energies and special talents while developing awareness, concern and the ability to work cooperatively with others. The IB goal of educating the whole person and fostering a more compassionate and socially responsible attitude comes alive in an immediate way when students reach beyond themselves and their books. CAS involves three essential elements. Creativity is interpreted broadly to include a wide range of arts activities as well as the creativity students demonstrate in designing and implementing service projects. Action can include not only participation in individual and team sports but also taking part in expeditions and in local or international projects. Service encompasses a host of community and social service activities. A minimum of 150 CAS hours must be completed during the junior and senior years. A minimum of 50 hours must be completed for each element of CAS. THE EXTENDED ESSAY IB diploma candidates are required to undertake original research and write an extended essay of some 4,000 words. This aspect of the programme offers the opportunity to investigate a topic of special interest and to become acquainted with the kind of independent research and writing skills expected at the university level. A total of about 40 hours of private study and writing time is recommended. A student may choose to write on a topic in one of sixty subjects available in the IB diploma curriculum. Excel TECC Aurora High School is a member the Excel TECC Career Technical Planning District. The Excel Technical Education Career Consortium includes Aurora, Beachwood, Chagrin Falls, Mayfield, Orange, Richmond Heights, Solon, South Euclid-Lyndhurst, and West Geauga. Career Technical Education focuses on academic content that is relevant to the real world as well as employability skills. Programs are offered in the following career fields. All programs except for Marketing are two year programs beginning in the junior year of high school. Detailed program information can be found on the following pages. Art & Communication Digital Arts & Technology Performing Arts Academy Visual Art & Design Business & Administration Business Academy Culinary Arts Marketing* Construction Technologies Construction Trades Education & Training Early Childhood Education Engineering / Transportation Auto Mechanics CADD Engineering Technology Environmental & Agricultural Environmental Education Health Sciences Medical Technologies Human Services Cosmetology Public Safety Academy Information Technology Interactive Media ITP – Information Technology & Programming Intervention Programs Agriculture & Career Exploration (A.C.E.) Career-Based Intervention Job Training *one year program beginning senior year The course fees listed reflect an ESTIMATE that is subject to further review and evaluation. Its intended purpose is to illustrate the potential cost to the course enrollee and should not be considered FINAL. Auto Mechanics 1 (Brush High School) College Tech Prep Grade 11 3 credits (2 Lab, 1 Related) Prerequisite: Interview by the Instructor. By program start date student must have completed coursework required for junior status at their home school including seven (7) credits with a mandatory two (2) credits each earned in English and Mathematics. Estimated Fee: TBD Recommended For: College Bound/Technical Education
Students can earn college credit through Tri-C for successfully completing the program. Auto Mechanics 2 (Brush High School) College Tech Prep Grade 12 3 credits (2 Lab, 1 Related) Prerequisite: Passage of Auto Mechanics 1 Estimated Fee: TBD Recommended For: College Bound/Technical Education
Estimated Fee: $175 Recommended For: College Bound/Technical Education
Directory: userfiles userfiles -> Class Schedule Credit Class Schedule userfiles -> Recovery: What's a Coach Got To Do With It? By Bill Ryan userfiles -> Title: Associate Professor userfiles -> Chief Patron Shri Avinash Dikshit Commissioner Patron userfiles -> Iccf congress, seixal, portugal 5th to 12th October 2002 userfiles -> Unit 1: Exploration and Colonization userfiles -> Ap united States History Course Description userfiles -> Note: Please look through resources very carefully. This is a controversial issue so some sources may have bias. Check carefully for the expertise or background of the writer or contributor userfiles -> Ap united states history mr. Storrs – Room 306 2009-2010 text Download 0.55 Mb. Share with your friends:
|