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publication using a variety of electronic and digital imaging equipment; and become educated consumers and active members
of print and visual media.

LEADERSHIP
X700
The fundamentals of parliamentary procedure, the enactment of student government law and constitutional revision, and
instruction in the adequate use of leadership qualities form the basic content of this course. The student will have experience
in organizing, implementing, and evaluating leadership responsibilities in practical situations.

PSYCHOLOGY
H701 *^
Psychology is a study of factors that influence human behavior, the structure of groups, and the role of the individual in groups.
It deals with human personality, the family, the development of satisfying interpersonal relationships, and the development
of a healthy, mature, and realistic concept of self.
AP PSYCHOLOGY

H956 *^
The purpose of AP Psychology is to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental
processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena
ACADEMIC ELECTIVES confidence, note taking skills, writing skills, and home study skills across the curriculum, as well as investigate selection
associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the methods psychologists use in their
science and practice. In this course, students will examine, model, and practice, techniques which will enhance his/her self-
techniques for post-high school education choices.
AP RESEARCH

X217 *

Offered at El Modena only and Villa Park only
AP Research allows students to deeply explore an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Through this
exploration, students design, plan, and conduct a yearlong research based investigation to address a research question.

In the AP Research course, students further their skills acquired in the AP Seminar course by understanding research
methodology; employing ethical research practices; and accessing, analyzing, and synthesizing information as they address
a research question. Students explore their skill development, document their processes, and curate the artifacts of the
development of their scholarly work in a portfolio. The course culminates in an academic paper of approximately 4000-
5000 words (accompanied by a performance or exhibition of product where applicable) and a presentation with an oral
defense.
AP SEMINAR

X216 *

Offered at El Modena only and Villa Park only
AP Seminar is a foundational course that engages students in cross-curricular conversations that explore the complexities of
academic and real-world topics and issues by analyzing divergent perspectives. Using an inquiry framework, students
practice reading and analyzing articles, research studies, and foundational literary and philosophical texts; listening to and
viewing speeches, broadcasts, and personal accounts; and experiencing artistic works and performances. Students learn to
synthesize information from multiple sources, develop their own perspectives in research-based written essays, and design
and deliver oral and visual presentations, both individually and as part of a team. Ultimately, the course aims to equip
students with the power to analyze and evaluate information with accuracy and precision in order to craft and communicate
evidence-based arguments.

KEY * meets UC approval for “A-G” ^ meets course requirements for NCAA
An “E” at the end of the course number indicates that the class is offered online through Virtual Learning