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Louisiana Virtual School Electives (no letters of recommendation are required until student is scheduled):
- Cumulative grading is in effect in all classes
- Student commitment to year-long classes is expected - the student is enrolled for the entire year
AP Art History - 1 Carnegie Unit
This Advanced Placement Art History course is designed to foster in students an understanding and knowledge of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other art forms within diverse historical and cultural contexts. In the course, students examine and critically analyze major forms of artistic expression from the past and the present from a variety of cultures. In addition to visual analysis, this course emphasizes understanding works in context, considering such issues as patronage, gender and the functions and effects of works of art. Prerequisites: successful completion of English II and World History; good writing skills along with solid reading habits; self discipline and the ability to conduct independent study; time commitment to work outside of the classroom; letter of recommendation from Administrator, Social Studies Instructor and English Instructor is required for student enrollment in this course. This course does fulfill the Fine Arts elective for TOPS and Regents.
AP Human Geography - 1 Carnegie Unit AP® Human Geography is a yearlong course providing students with a learning experience equivalent to an introductory college course in human geography. This course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of Earth's surface. Students employ spatial concepts and landscape analysis to examine human social organization and its environmental consequences. They also learn about the methods and tools geographers use in their science and practice. Units of study include: population, migration, culture, language, religion, ethnicity, political geography, economic development, industry, agriculture, and urban geography. Emphasis is placed on
geographic models and their applications. Prerequisites: A Letter of Recommendation from the Administrator, this letter must include a statement that the student has successfully completed the course prerequisites. Additional Letters of Recommendation from Mathematics Instructors and English Instructors is required for student enrollment in this course.
AP Human Geography - 1 Carnegie Unit
This course is intended for qualified students who wish to complete classes in high school that are equivalent to college introductory courses in European History. This is a year-long course covering history from the Renaissance period to the present. The AP European History course is challenging, requires more work than other high school courses, and makes demands upon students, equivalent to those made by full-year introductory college courses. To enjoy success students must be committed to working hard. The course is designed to 1) give a broad knowledge base of the history of Europe sufficient enough to feel prepared to take the Advanced Placement exam in early May, 2) Appreciate the political, economic, social and intellectual cross-currents in the social sciences and 3) provide an enhanced understanding, through the study of contemporary events, of the role that European nations still play in today's world. Students will be required to read the text and outside materials to enhance their knowledge of European history. In addition to assigned readings students will be required to create PowerPoint presentations, write research papers as well as complete other types of assignments. Students are required to participate in an electronic discussion board on a daily basis. Note: The following are requirements for student enrollment in this course: 1) Letter of recommendation from Administrator, Social Studies Instructor and English Instructor is required for student enrollment in this course. Student should have a minimum 3.0 GPA.2) Student should have successfully completed American History.3) Student should have a minimum score of 19 on the ACT.
AP Statistics - 1 Carnegie Unit
Advanced Placement® Statistics is equivalent to a college-level non-calculus based course in introductory statistics. An introductory statistics course, similar to the AP® Statistics course, is typically required for majors such as social sciences, health sciences, and business. Science, engineering, and mathematics majors usually take an upper-level calculus-based course in statistics, for which the AP® Statistics course is effective preparation. Students are introduced to the major concepts of collecting, organizing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students will study four broad areas of introductory statistics: exploring data: observing patterns and departures from patterns; planning a study: deciding what and how to measure; anticipating patterns: producing models using probability and simulation; statistical inference: confirming models.
AP Psychology - 1 Carnegie Unit
The LVS Advanced Placement® Psychology Course is a rigorous academic curriculum equivalent to an introductory college course in Psychology. AP® Psychology is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of behavior and mental process of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with the major subfields within psychology, including biological bases of behavior, cognitive and emotional processes, and diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders. Students will also learn about the methods psychologist use in their science and practice.
Astronomy - 1 Carnegie Unit
Astronomy Online for High School Students is an introductory course in physical astronomy designed for students with a minimum of one year of high school science and Algebra 1. Students use the principles of physics and mathematics to investigate planetary systems, stars and stellar evolution, galaxies and cosmology. Students engage in online research and investigations that includes the development of modern astronomy from a historical prospective, a complete survey of the tools used in astronomy research, and current events related to astronomy. The course work will include textbook assignments, Internet activities, online laboratory simulations, and web-quest projects and night sky fieldwork.
Biology II - 1 Carnegie Unit
Biology II includes the study life with an emphasis on the molecular basis of life and the way in which molecules regulate life processes. Our studies will include an in-depth discussion ofbiochemistry, natural selection, molecular genetics and immunology. Anatomy and physiology topics such as the circulatory system, skeletal anatomy, and kidney function are imbedded within these topics. Students will conduct internet research and use virtual lab experiments from scientific research websites such as the National Institute of Health, the Howard Hughes Medical Research Institute, and the Center for Disease Control. Prerequisites include Biology I and Algebra I. Chemistry I is also recommended.
Computer Science I - 1 Carnegie Unit
Computer Science I is full-year elective designed for students interested in studying the structure and power of a programming language. This course will use Java as the computer language in which object oriented programming and design will be introduced. A brief overview of the development, design and functionality of a computer will be included, but this is basically a course in problem solving. Logical solution structure in terms of program development will be emphasized. Topics such as data manipulation, decision statements, repetition, and array structure will be covered. Group work will be incorporated, providing students an opportunity to interact with classmates. To be eligible to participate in this class, a student should have successfully completed Algebra I or have a teacher recommendation and consent of the instructor.
Digital Graphics and Animation - ½ Carnegie Unit
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of digital design and animation. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of creating and editing graphics images. You will learn to work with both bitmap and vector graphics to develop eye-catching pictures that can be used in print, on the Web, in animations and videos, and in presentations. You will incorporate the basic principles of design and color while covering techniques that even artistically challenged learners can use to create exciting and informative computer graphics. The graphics concepts will be introduced using Macromedia Fireworks MX 2004. In the animation section, graphics and video clips come alive on your computer screen. You will learn the basics of generating frame-by-frame, motion, and path animations as well as how to create, import, and edit video files. In addition, you will explore the fundamentals of sound and find out how to optimize files for different uses. The lessons cover the basics of both computer animation and video, as well as how to incorporate the files in presentations and Web pages. Concepts in the section will be introduced using Macromedia Flash MX 2004 and Adobe Premiere. The student should be comfortable with using Windows and the Internet.
Earth Science - 1 Carnegie Unit
Earth Science is the study of the earth, its structure, composition, environment, and place in the universe. The four major specialties within earth science are astronomy, geology, meteorology, and hydrology/oceanography. Units of study will include: The Nature of Science; Basics of Astronomy; Geologic History; Plate Tectonics; Volcanoes and Earthquakes; Natural Resources; Severe Weather; Weathering; Hydrology and Oceanography. Earth science concepts will be explored through the study of natural hazards and the impacts they have on the environment and human society. Students will be engaged with, and master the concepts by completing the following activities: written lectures, current internet readings, guided web activities, Web- Quests (individual and group projects), laboratory studies, data analysis, class discussions, and written assignments. Prerequisites include physical science.
Fine Arts Survey - 1 Carnegie Unit
Fine Arts Survey is an introduction to works of art in visual art, music and theater. This course covers the major artists, playwrights and composers in Western Civilization. Student will experience a diverse array of art forms from a variety of civilizations. They will learn to critique art through writing assignments, to express their own creative spirit through hands-on projects and to discover how art has been affected by world historical and cultural events. Students taking this course should have good reading and writing skills and a basic knowledge of the computer as well as keyboard skills.
Game Design I - ½ Carnegie Unit
This course is for anyone who loves gaming and wants to design and build original games from scratch. You'll learn how to use popular game design software to create engaging, interactive games in a variety of genres. In addition, you'll get a solid foundation in the basic concepts of game development. By the end of this course, you will have a variety of polished games for your game development portfolio.
Independent Study in Technology Applications: Adventures in Programming with C++ - 1 Carnegie Unit
This class is an "Independent Study in Technology Applications," and may be taken at Grades 10-12. Prerequisites are completion of a high school technology course as identified in Bulletin 741 Course of Study for Computer Education and permission of the instructor/mentor. Independent Study in Technology Applications is a performance and production class with new problems and technology tasks each year. A student may repeat Independent Study in Technology Applications a maximum of two times. This computer course is an introduction to Computer Programming using C++, which is a commonly used and very powerful computer programming language. Students will analyze a variety of problems and code solutions. Interdisciplinary projects, group work, and online activities will be incorporated. This is an excellent class for the first time programmer or a student with programming experience that would like to learn C++.
Latin I - 1 Carnegie Unit
Latin I is an introduction to the study of the Latin language and ancient Roman culture. In this course students will learn the elements of grammar typically covered in first year Latin including case usage and the present, imperfect and perfect tenses. Students will also use a variety of resources to learn about certain aspects of Ancient Rome. This course would be appropriate for any hard-working, self-motivated student with strong grammar skills in grades 8 through 12.
Latin II - 1 Carnegie Unit
Completion of one Carnegie unit of Latin I is required prior to enrolling in Latin II. Latin II is a continuation of the study of the Latin language. By the end of this course, students should be able to read simple passages by ancient authors. Grammar topics in this course include the future, pluperfect and perfect tenses, comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs, demonstrative, relative and interrogative pronouns, participles, indirect statements, the passive voice, deponent verbs and an introduction to the subjunctive mood. In addition to grammatical topics, students will study various aspects of ancient Roman history, religion and daily life. Prerequisites for this course include an understanding of the basic uses of the nominative, genitive, dative, accusative, vocative and ablative cases, knowledge of the forms of 1st, 2nd and 3rd declension nouns and adjectives, familiarity with the present, perfect and imperfect tenses and the imperative mood, and an understanding of personal pronouns. This course is appropriate for any student in grades 9 through 12 who has completed a Latin I course.
Macroeconomics - ½ Carnegie Unit
In this challenging, upper-level economics course offered via the Web, students gain an understanding of macroeconomics by exploring and analyzing economic data through a variety of learning activities. Students learn how macroeconomics relates to them and how it differs from microeconomics. They study the measurement of aggregate economic activity and how it relates to employment and inflation. Finally, students study fiscal and monetary policies designed to promote economic stability. Throughout the course, students visit Web sites to access current economic data. Basic computer skills are recommended. This is a semester long course worth 1/2 Carnegie unit.
Principles of Marketing - 1 Carnegie Unit
The Principles of Marketing is an entry level, full year, 1 credit elective course where students gain knowledge on selling and working in the retail environment. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of marketing, business management skills, how to gain customers when selling a product, the legalities of starting and/or selling a business, and how to communicate in the world of marketing. Students will be asked to work on marketing projects both individually and in groups. In order to be successful in the course, students must be self motivated, have the ability to work independently, and have grade level reading and writing skills. Students participating in the course will have the opportunity to join Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) which is national student organization.
Webmastering - ½ Carnegie Unit
This course provides an introduction to Web Page Development. Throughout instruction the learner will examine and demonstrate elements of the World Wide Web page development. The design of the course will include but is not limited to the following topics: design, copyright issues, HTML editor, resources, and varied tools for web page publication. Each student would design and publish basic WWW pages. The first part of the course will cover basic HTML coding. The student will create basic HTML pages without the use of any web-page editor. In the second part of the course, the student will be introduced to Front Page elements and techniques. Students will be given an account for the LVS web server to store their web-pages and learn web site organization and administration. For this reason, students are required to have FTP-out access from their main place of work/study. |
