Advanced Creative Writing - Online Literary Lab

This course offers a unique opportunity to enhance students’ ability to formulate complex ideas, think critically, and express themselves in writing. By the end of the course, students will master advanced creative writing techniques and strategies, learn to work independently, formulate and process non-trivial ideas, and produce complex, original and well-structured texts in English. Skills acquired in this course are transferable across all academic disciplines. Students should already feel comfortable with writing texts in English (about 500 words) and have experience working independently in the language, including grammar and style. Previous experience of writing any type of text (in English) is welcome. The course represents the final, advanced level of the CTM Creative Writing series.  Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 5 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Creative Writing

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Algebra II Honors Online

Along with learning new algebraic strategies and properties, you’ll learn data analysis concepts and techniques. You’ll also see how algebra connects with other high school subjects like geometry, statistics and biology. Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 4 - 6 hours per week.

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AP Art History

Within AP Art History, students will explore the interconnections between art, culture, and historical context using critical analysis through the critical lenses of artistic expression, cultural awareness, and purpose. Using a defined art historical skill set and reflective learning, students will analyze relationships across cultures with a global lens. AP Art History is the equivalent of a two-semester introductory college or university art history survey course.

 Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 8 - 10 hours per week.

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AP Computer Science A Online

This course is equivalent to the first semester of a college level computer science course. The course involves developing the skills to write programs or part of programs to correctly solve specific problems. The course also emphasizes the design issues that make programs understandable, adaptable, and when appropriate, reusable. The AP Computer Science A (AP CSA) course is complementary to AP Computer Science principles (AP CSP). While AP CSA focuses primarily on the technical aspects of Java programming in software development, AP CSP uses programming in Python to solve a wide range of real-world problems and explore the underlying principles of computation across other disciplines.

 Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 10 hours per week.

 RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITES: It is recommended that students have successfully completed a first- year high school algebra course with a strong foundation of basic linear functions, composition of functions, and problem-solving strategies that require multiple approaches and collaborative efforts. Prior computer science experience is not required to take this course.

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AP Computer Science Principles Online

This course introduces students to the essential concepts of computer science and challenges them to discover how computers and ICT impact the world around us. The main topics include: programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cyber security, and the impact of computing on our everyday life. The AP Computer Science Principles (AP CSP) course is complementary to AP Computer Science A. The AP CSP course is often taken by future IT professionals who want to build a solid understanding of the given field. Furthermore, AP CSP attracts students interested in a wide range of subjects, ranging from science and mathematics to medicine, journalism or even art, who would like to acquire a competitive edge by understanding computer science and the way it relates to their particular field as well as to the real world in general.

 Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 8 hours per week.

 RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITES
It is recommended that students in the AP Computer Science Principles course have successfully completed a first-year high school algebra course with a strong foundation of basic linear functions, composition of functions, and problem-solving strategies that require multiple approaches and collaborative efforts. In addition, students should be able to use a Cartesian (x, y) coordinate system to represent points on a plane. It is important that students and their advisers understand that any significant computer science course builds upon a foundation of mathematical reasoning that should be acquired before attempting such a course. Prior computer science experience is not required to take this course.

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AP English Literature and Composition Online

Develop critical standards for the appreciation of literary works and increase your sensitivity to literature as a shared experience. For a year, students participate in the AP Dinner Party in the AP Literature and Composition course. Menu items include reading, analyzing, writing, rewriting, and discussing creations by the master chefs, renowned authors. Through close reading of the text of these authors, you'll discover the various ways writers use language to provide meaning and pleasure for their readers. The AP English Literature and Composition course focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, drama) from various periods. Students engage in close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, and symbolism. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works.

 Students are recommended to study about 10 hours a week.

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AP Human Geography

The AP® Human Geography course is designed to provide college level instruction on the patterns and processes that impact the way humans understand, use, and change Earth’s surface. Students use geographic models, methods, and tools to examine human social organization and its effect on the world in which we live. Students are challenged to use maps and geographical data to examine spatial patterns and analyze the changing interconnections among people and places.

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AP Macroeconomics Online

AP Macroeconomics is an introduction to how the market system works, how prices are determined, why shortages and surpluses occur, and why incomes differ. AP Macroeconomics is a college-level course that introduces students to the principles that apply to an economic system as a whole. The course places particular emphasis on the study of national income and price-level determination. It also develops students’ familiarity with economic performance measures, the financial sector, stabilization policies, economic growth, and international economics. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts. AP Macroeconomics is equivalent to a one-semester introductory college course in economics.

 Students are stringly recommended to study 6-8 hours a week.

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AP Microeconomics Online

AP Microeconomics is an introduction to the study of the consumers and producers that make up the economy: households, firms, governments, and community organizations. AP Microeconomics is a college-level course that introduces students to the principles of economics that apply to the functions of individual economic decision-makers. The course also develops students’ familiarity with the operation of product and factor markets, distributions of income, market failure, and the role of government in promoting greater efficiency and equity in the economy. Students learn to use graphs, charts, and data to analyze, describe, and explain economic concepts. AP Microeconomics is equivalent to a one-semester introductory college course in economics.

 Students are strongly recommended to study 6 - 8 hours a week.

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AP Physics 1 - Algebra Based

AP Physics 1 is an algebra-based, introductory college-level physics course. Students cultivate their understanding of physics through inquiry-based investigations as they explore these topics: kinematics; dynamics; circular motion and gravitation; energy; momentum; simple harmonic motion; torque and rotational motion; electric charge and electric force; DC circuits; and mechanical waves and sound. AP Physics 1 is a full-year course that is the equivalent of a first-semester introductory college course in algebra-based physics. AP Physics 1 course is full of videos and tests, CTM lab assignments and mentoring to prepare students successfully for AP Physics 1 exam. Thinkwell videos included in the course.

 Students are strongly recommended to study  8-10 hours per week.

 PREREQUISITES: Students should have strong knowledge of Vectors and Trigonometric functions.

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AP U.S. History Online

This course focuses on developing students’ abilities to think conceptually about U.S. history from approximately 1491 to the present and apply historical thinking skills as they learn about the past. The course requires students to reason historically about continuity and change over time and make comparisons among various historical developments in different times and places. Recommended age: 17+.

 Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 6 - 10 hours per week.
 

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Computer and Network Security Fundamentals

This inspiring course covers the fundamentals of computer safety, network security, and prevention of digital attacks. Students experience a hands-on approach to security strategies, expand their computer and networking security techniques, and improve their problem-solving skills. Students will also explore numerous employment opportunities in one of the fastest-growing industries – Cybersecurity.

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Creative Writing - Online Literary Lab

This course offers a unique opportunity to enhance students’ ability to formulate complex ideas, think critically, and express themselves in writing. By the end of the course, students will master creative writing techniques and strategies, learn to work independently, formulate and process complex ideas, and produce original and well structured, texts in English. The course consists of an attractive combination of creative writing tasks and inspiring thought experiments, providing the fullest experience to both consumers & producers of literary texts. Skills acquired in this course are transferable across all academic disciplines. Students should already feel relatively comfortable with writing texts in English (about 300 words of length) and have experience working independently in the language, including grammar. Previous experience of writing any type of text (in English) is welcome, however, not required. The course is the second, intermediate of the CTM Creative Writing series. Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 5 hours per week.

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Develop Your Study Skills Online

Middle School Critical Thinking, Problem Solving & Learning Strategies. The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop learning strategies, critical-thinking skills, and problem-solving skills to enhance their performance in academic and nonacademic endeavors.

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Digital Information Technology

Diving into this exciting course provides you with the foundational skills needed for future careers in game development, web design, military defense and software engineering. You’ll explore Microsoft Office online applications, digital design, emerging technologies, Information Technology careers, and much more! Learn your strengths and how they relate to potential career opportunities. This course serves as a prerequisite to many career and technical education programs of study. Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 2 hours per week. 

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English for STEM Online Part A

This course will provide students with a more specialized vocabulary, preparing them to study technical subjects in English at the high school or college level. Part A focuses on mathematics, the physical sciences, and information technology.

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English for STEM Online Part B

This course will provide students with a more specialized vocabulary, preparing them to study technical subjects in English at the high school or college level. Part B focuses on the life sciences, psychology, and economics.

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Geometry Honors Online

Geometry is everywhere, not just in pyramids. Engineers use geometry to build highways and bridges. Artists use geometry to create perspective in their paintings, and mapmakers help travelers find things using the points located on a geometric grid. Throughout this course, students travel a mathematical highway illuminated by spatial relationships, reasoning, connections, and problem solving. Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 2 - 3 hours per week.

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Introduction to Programming in Scratch

In this course you will learn the fundamentals of programming such as: loops, branching, variables, and functions which are the basic building blocks of all the apps that you use. We will use a program called “Scratch” which was developed exactly for our purposes. By the end of this course, you will understand how computer scientists think and how to transform even the wildest ideas into real Scratch programs! This course is ideal for curious and playful students studying in 8 - 9 grade, or older, with no prior programming experience, or younger students in 7th grade with good English and programming experience. Also, the course will help you develops solid basis for further work with major languages used in the software industry such as Java or Python. Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 3 hours per week. 

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Physical Science Honors Online

This course is designed as an interactive, 21st century course focusing on basic physics and chemistry. Topics include forces and motion, energy through waves, electricity and magnetism, the matter around us, chemical bonding and reactions. Recommended for students from school grade 7 - 10. Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 2 - 3 hours per week.

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Physics Honors Online

Honors Physics expands upon the concepts introduced in Physical Science to help students understand the physical world around them. In each “Physics World” module, students discover the contributions of geniuses like Galileo, Newton and Einstein. In their work, students learn the concepts, theories, and laws that govern the interaction of matter, energy and forces. From tiny atoms to galaxies with millions of stars, the universal laws of physics are there for you to observe and apply. Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 2 - 3 hours per week.

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Pre-Algebra Online

Students who love interactive learning will enjoy Pre-Algebra. This hands-on course is full of slideshows, applications, videos, and real-world scenarios. The satisfaction that students gain from truly understanding higher level concepts such as functions and systems of equations encourages excitement and joy for learning. This course is appropriate for upper level middle school students or as a high school review course, grade 7 - 9.

Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 3 hours per week.

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Pre-Calculus Honors Online

The purpose of this course is to study functions and develop skills necessary for the study of calculus. The Pre-calculus course includes analytical geometry and trigonometry. Pre-calculus is an Honors level course for students from school grade 9 - 12. Students are strongly recommended to study on average about 4 - 6 hours per week.

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Probability and Statistics Honors Online

Probability and Statistics will introduce students to exploring data, sampling and experimentation by planning and conducting studies, anticipating patterns using probability and simulation, and employing statistical inference to analyze data and draw conclusions. Pre-requisites: Algebra II

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Writing Nonfiction Online

Writing Nonfiction is a 10-week course that alternates between advanced reading exercises, with short-answer comprehension checks, and writing essays. The emphasis is on content, style, and organization more than on grammar. Students should already be comfortable with English syntax and have experience writing their own texts of at least a paragraph in length. They should be able to understand news articles in English with the help of a bilingual dictionary. During the 10-week course, students will read and respond to four assigned readings, write four original essays, exchange feedback with their peers through a workshop, and revise one of their essays as the final project. There is one assignment per week.

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