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Advanced topics in spanish

In Advanced Topics in Spanish, students continue to hone their skills and understanding in Spanish. This course’s pace and coverage of material is designed to allow interested students the opportunity to take the AP Exam in Spanish Language and Culture, but that is not a requirement of the course. World Languages

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Spanish 4

In Spanish 4, students will continue to practice speaking, reading, and understanding Level 4 Spanish. At this point in their language learning, students are working on finessing and mastering the main tenses and grammatical constructions. World Languages

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German 4

German 4 is the final and most advanced course of the German program at Prestans. In a multifaceted approach, classes consist of advanced grammar practice with task-based exercises, as well as cultural enrichment courses that draw upon German literature and visual arts. World Languages

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Advanced Topics in Environmental Science

AT Environmental Science is an advanced, yearlong science course that runs for 30 synchronous sessions with accompanying asynchronous work and assessments. This course is meant for students who are curious to learn more about the world around them, understand the positive and negative impacts of their actions, and envision sustainable solutions to address dilemmas resulting from climate change. Sciences

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Latin 4

Latin IV is a year-long regular level course designed to transition students to reading classical Latin in an unadapted form. We will read the best known Roman authors with a focus on learning about their culture in their own words, while reviewing advanced grammar topics. World Languages

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Calculus Based Statistics

Calculus Based Statistics is an advanced level course for those who have successfully completed a semester of differential and integral calculus as a prerequisite. In order to succeed in this course, students must have exceptional mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Mathematics

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Psychology

General Psychology is a course designed to introduce and excite high school students about the study of psychology. In this semester-length course, students will learn about all major areas of psychology. Students will learn to explain behavior and apply theories using concepts from different theoretical frameworks. Students will also learn to analyze, interpret, and evaluate psychological research studies. Sciences

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Mandarin Chinese 4

Mandarin Chinese 4 is equivalent to the intermediate level and is a continuation of Chinese III. In this course, students will master dialogue with colloquial expressions, learn new vocabulary and grammar, and explore Chinese culture. The assessments will encompass all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and typing. Upon successful completion of this course, learners will demonstrate enhanced communication skills in a wide range of topics covered in previous courses. World Languages

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Advanced Topics in Statistics

Advanced Topics in Statistics is a full year, advanced level course. The course moves at a consistent pace of roughly one chapter section per synchronous class. Students will be assigned asynchronous assignments prior to each class that will introduce the material so that synchronous sessions can focus on discussion and problem solving. Mathematics

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Advanced Topics in Calculus AB

Advanced Topics in Calculus AB is an advanced level course for those who have successfully completed an advanced or accelerated pre-calculus class. In order to succeed in this course, students must have exceptional problem solving abilities and a clear understanding of functions and function behavior. This is a full year course, consisting of 30 synchronous sessions. Mathematics

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Honors Physics

This full-year (30 synchronous sessions) course, designed for students with a strong interest in science, math, and problem-solving looking for a fast-paced and challenging course. It is a full-year course that covers mechanics, electrodynamics, and modern physics over the course of thirty synchronous meetings.Sciences

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DIGITAL ART

This Art/Graphic Design course offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop. The seven chapters we cover will build a powerful foundation that encompasses all the essential skills necessary to move forward to advanced and professional-level challenges. Arts

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Advanced Topics in French

In Advanced Topics in French, students continue to hone their skills and understanding in French. This course’s pace and coverage of material is designed to allow interested students the opportunity to take the AP Exam in French Language and Culture, but that is not a requirement of the course. World Languages

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Advanced Topics in Physics

This full-year (30 synchronous sessions) Advanced Topics in Physics C is a rigorous, full-year, college-level course that covers topics taught in a first-year calculus-based physics class. The course is designed for students who have already taken or are concurrently taking calculus. Sciences

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