Humanities
Critical thinking is one of the most important skills one can develop, which is why Psychology Basics introduces the study of the human mind and behaviour with a special emphasis on cultivating this ability. And while students learn about a wide scope of psychological concepts, they are always encouraged to ask themselves a simple question: “what does this really mean”? Suddenly, complex ideas become clearer and somewhat more relevant. To additionally support the learning process, the course aims to deepen their levels of processing through varied coursework: students recall new knowledge in quizzes, apply it independently in mini-essays, consolidate it in a collaborative task, and actively evaluate it during virtual discussions. The course therefore lays a great foundation for those planning to enrol in the AP track and/or study psychology at university later. Yet, it needs to be emphasized that it is equally useful for those with different ambitions who simply wish to explore this field out of curiosity.
Aneta Zavadilova, Psychology Basics instructor
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Grade: 10 - 13
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AP Psychology is a college-level course providing students with an overview of the development of human behaviors and thoughts. Along with preparation for the AP Psychology exam, the goals of this course are to immerse students in modern psychological investigation techniques, to accentuate the ethics and morality of human and animal research, and to emphasize scientific critical thinking skills in application to the social sciences. As the topics covered in the course are quite complex and students are expected to write structured discursive essays, the recommended level of English is upper-intermediate (B2 in European Framework of Reference for Languages). Recommended age: 17+.
The AP exam fee is not included in the course fee.
Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 8 - 10 hours per week.
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course code: FLVS_APPSYCHO
course length: 2 semesters
course fee: 741,- EUR / 19 500,- Kč
grade: 10 - 13
partner: FLVS - Florida Virtual School Global
Within AP U.S. Government and Politics, students develop and use disciplinary practices and reasoning processes to explore political concepts, policies, interactions, roles, and behaviors that characterize the constitutional system and political culture of the United States. Students examine core principles, theories, and processes through direct study of U.S. foundational documents and Supreme Court opinions. They also participate in a civic project in which they research, study, and compile data on a political science topic and create a presentation that exhibits their findings and experiences.The AP U.S. Government and Politics course is structured around five big ideas outlined within the College Board Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics Course Framework. Each big idea is aligned to enduring understanding statements and learning objectives that focus on key concepts and essential knowledge about foundations of American democracy, civil liberties and civil rights, interactions among branches of government, American political participation, ideologies, and beliefs.
The AP exam fee is not included in the course fee.
Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 6 - 8 hours per week.
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course code: FLVS_APUS
course length: 2 semestry
course fee: 741,- EUR / 19 500,- Kč
grade: 10 - 13
partner: FLVS - Florida Virtual School Global
Journalism I provides students with the fundamental basics of journalism. Students begin by exploring the history of American journalism, examining different media such as print, radio, television, and internet journalism. Students learn how to write a news story, a feature story, and an editorial, with a focus on research, analyzing the reliability of sources, conducting interviews, writing leads, revising, and self-editing. Students will also take a close look at different careers in journalism, ethics in journalism, and visual layouts using technology, including web 2.0 tools.
Students are strongly recommended to study on average 4 hours per week.
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course code: FLVS_JOURNALISM
course length: 2 semesters
course fee: 521,- EUR / 13 700,- Kč
grade: 10 - 13
partner: FLVS - Florida Virtual School Global