COURSE CATALOG 2020 | 2021
From the Dean During the 2020–2021 school year, BYU Independent Study celebrates its 100th year as a distance education provider. Although our name has changed from those earlier days and today’s educational technologies could not have been imagined by our founders, our mission to extend education to students near and far remains the same. BYU’s early correspondence course offerings were developed in the aftermath of a devastating world war and influenza pandemic. Lessons learned then helped professors create better courses, which significantly served students’ needs during and after World War II. By 1948, 171 college courses and seven high school courses were available.
Lee J. Glines Dean, BYU Continuing Education
Over the years, BYU Independent Study’s catalog of courses and student enrollments have grown steadily. Here are a few more lesser-known historical highlights: • Through the 1960s, high school courses were created with the help of Brigham Young High School faculty. • Students could earn various certificates and degrees starting in the 1970s. • The first video course was filmed in 1987. • Starting in 1993, “Speedback” forms allowed students to receive faster computer grading. • The first three online courses went live in 1997, and BYU’s first-ever online course registrant lived in Japan. Looking back, we are grateful for the foundation of innovation, faith, and perseverance that has allowed us to serve students around the globe for nearly 100 years. We strive to deliver positive opportunities for our students to learn and develop. Thank you for being part of the BYU Continuing Education community.
[From The History of the Division of Continuing Education at Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, by Richard H. Henstrom and Keith R. Oakes]
In 1921 the BYU Bureau of Correspondence began enrolling students in home-study courses created by volunteer on-campus professors.
Information About Us
How to Assist Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Tracking Student Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Courses and Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3 Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) . . . . . . . . . . 4 Get Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 UC Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 NCAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Choosing a Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204–205 Tuition and Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206–207 Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208–209
More Resources for Counselors and Educators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210–212
Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Course Hacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Dual Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Contacting Instructors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Online Course Previews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Customer Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
BYU High School Suite Online Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Homeschool Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ACT and College Prep Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Assignments and Exams. . . . . . . . . . . . 217–219 Testing Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220–221 Proctors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222–224
High School Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–72
Course Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225–227
University Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . 73–128
Ordering Official Transcripts. . . . . . . . . 228–229
Middle School Courses . . . . . . . 129–152 Noncredit Courses . . . . . . . . . . . 153–160 High School Suite . . . . . . . . . . . . 161–168 BYU Online High School . . . . . . 169–192
Privacy Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230–231 Online Interactions with Minors . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Student Code of Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . 232–233 Withdrawals and Refunds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Petitions Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Policies & Information
Grievance Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Accessibility and Accommodations . . . . . . . 237
Academic Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
State Authorization and Student Complaints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Course Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197–199 New Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Resources for Counselors and Educators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Courses Purchased by Schools and Institutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Title IX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Nondiscrimination Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Bachelor of General Studies Degree Program (BGS) . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Looking Forward, Planning Forward At BYU Independent Study, the 2020–2021 school year marks our 100th year as a nonprofit distance education provider. We remain true to our mission of providing learning opportunities to students around the world. Our second century looks bright as we strive to serve students with new content, technologies, and initiatives like our new online high school diploma program.
MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to provide excellent online university, high school, and middle school courses. Partnering with academic departments and faculty at BYU, we are the primary resource for online and blended education on campus, and we also extend those university courses to students at other institutions. We offer online high school courses to students everywhere in preparation for a university education and lifelong learning, and we make those courses available for use by local educational professionals. We believe the earnest pursuit of this mission can have a strong effect on the course of education and will greatly enlarge BYU’s influence in a world we wish to improve. After providing distance education for almost a century, we know how to build effective courses and offer outstanding customer service. Enrollment is open to anyone, anytime, and students can choose from various course types and enrollment options. For even more flexible education options, our complete portfolio is also available as a customizable online curriculum for online, blended, or in-person classrooms! BYU High School Suite is your teachers, your students, our courses. For an overview of our course types and programs, see pages 2–3.
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CONTACT Contact us anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Mountain time. Our highly trained customer service representatives are available by phone, email, live chat, or in person at our office and testing center in Provo, Utah. Customer Service 1-800-914-8931 (toll-free) 801-422-2868 (local) indstudy@byu.edu is.byu.edu Counselor and Educator Support 1-800-259-0172 (toll-free) 801-422-3510 (local) edsupport@byu.edu
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Courses + Programs Description High School Courses
Access our self-paced Online courses when and where you choose. Their flexibility makes them the most popular among students.
$170 Online
Our Teacher-Led courses include all the benefits of our online courses plus more rigorous coursework, adherence to higher state standards, instructor interaction, and free tutoring. This catalog includes Common Core, Advanced Placement, and other college-bound course options.
$280 Teacher-Led
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$110 Quarter-Credit
University Courses $212 Per Credit
University and high school students can enroll anytime in our online university courses for university credit or dual enrollment. No admission or acceptance to BYU is required. These courses are accredited and transferable to most other universities. Get a head start on your college course requirements! is.byu.edu/university
Middle School Courses $170 Online $280 Teacher-Led
BYU Online High School Programs
The foundational middle school years are often vital to future success. We offer online middle school courses as an introduction to online learning environments used in high school, college, careers, and lifelong learning. For middle school students who are ready for the rigor of high school, we also recommend our high school math, music, career and technical eduation (CTE), and world languages series. is.byu.edu/middleschool For students who seek a full-time online high school experience, whether temporarily or for all four years, we offer three different options through BYU Online High School. Various diploma paths are possible, including Home Study, Semester Enrollment, and Adult Education diploma programs. See the BYU Online High School section of this catalog or hs.byu.edu for more details. hs.byu.edu
ACT and College Prep Camp
Our ACT and College Prep Camp includes expert instructors, proven testtaking strategies, advice from university admissions officers, and more! actcamp.byu.edu We also offer ACT Prep online and in various locations in the western U.S. actprep.byu.edu
TutorConnect
BYU TutorConnect provides personalized, affordable help with your studies. Strengthen your test scores, learn a foreign language from native or fluent tutors, and receive any other study assistance you need with your course! Our tutors are certified, reliable, and trained to help students succeed. tutorconnect.byu.edu
Course prices are effective August 31, 2020. All middle school and high school course fees are for 0.5-credit (semester) courses (except quarter-credit courses).
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Course Features & Benefits Secondary Accreditation Cognia and Middle States Association (MSA)
Certified, Highly Qualified Teachers Student and Parent Support Services Open Enrollment No BYU application required
Integrated Learning Management System Provides resources and tools to help you succeed
High School Course Scholarships Available is.byu.edu/highschoolscholarships
Online
Teacher-Led
Access to TutorConnect
1 Free Hour
Certified, reliable, trained tutors
University Accreditation
1 Free Hour Weekly
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Individualized Interaction with TAs and Instructors
Access to Premium Support Line
Teacher-led course support: 801-422-4605
Academically Advanced Courses
Advanced Placement, CTE, music, world languages
State-Approved Certifications California (UC, CSU), Washington, Michigan, Wyoming, and others
We have a dedicated phone number and email address just for counselors and educators: 1-800-259-0172 and edsupport@byu.edu.
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Accreditation
FAQ
HIGH SCHOOL
Q: H ow long does it take to complete a course?
BYU Independent Study high school courses are evaluated for their rigor and efficacy and are accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancED), a community of 33,000 schools and districts worldwide.
A: A course typically takes 35–80 hours of online work. See course descriptions for additional requirements.
Our courses are also accredited by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS).
Q: D o I have to be admitted to BYU before enrolling in a course?
UNIVERSITY
A: No. Independent Study offers open enrollment to anyone, anytime!
Independent Study is a department within BYU Continuing Education. BYU is accredited as an institution by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
Standards All our courses have the high quality and rigor needed to prepare students to meet your school’s graduation requirements. Course credit can be transferred to most secondary and higher educational institutions across the nation. Our instructional designers work with certified high school teachers and university professors to create curricula that encompass and exceed the highest educational standards. From state standards (like UC) to national standards (like Common Core) to professional standards (like World Languages standards), we promise to deliver courses that meet your standards.
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Q: I s there an age requirement to enroll? A: There is no age requirement. We recommend our courses to any mature and motivated student who is able to study independently. Q: Is tutoring available? A: For many courses, experienced tutors are available to help you through BYU TutorConnect. To check availability and schedule an internet, phone, or in-person session, visit is.byu.edu/tutors.
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Select a course from this brochure or go to our website, is.byu.edu, for the most complete, up-to-date descriptions of available courses.
Confirm with your counselor that your school will accept the course credit.
Register for the course online, over the phone, or in person. Please make sure to identify your school when you register.
Access your course through our website using your BYU Net ID (username) and password. If you have not yet created a BYU Net ID and password, this is easily done on is.byu.edu. Select My Account and then Create Account.
Become familiar with the course policies and deadlines outlined on our website and any unique policies and requirements listed in your course’s syllabus.
Study, complete, and submit
all your course assignments, quizzes, and exams. Participate in any required interactions such as language practice appointments, and discussion boards.
Choose a proctor approved by BYU Independent Study to administer your required exams. We recommend that you select a proctor at your own school or use BYU’s online proctoring services.
Complete your course and receive your notice of course completion sent to your email. (An official transcript can be requested if needed.)
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More Resources FOR COUNSELORS & EDUCATORS HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS
Our scholarship program can benefit all middle school and high school students enrolling in BYU Independent Study courses. Scholarships are granted based on the student’s financial need, academic achievement, and counselor recommendation. Scholarships are awarded weekly.
We offer three types of university scholarships, Academic, Financial Need, and Special Needs scholarships, to outstanding students who are not matriculated day students at BYU.
We look forward to rewarding students with scholarships for online courses and giving our valued school counselors the opportunity to recommend students they feel are qualified. If your student has financial need or shows academic achievement, please apply! We know each student’s situation is unique, so please tell us why you are nominating your student to receive a scholarship. A recommending school needs to have had at least one enrollment with BYU Independent Study within the previous twelve months to be eligible to apply for a course scholarship for a student. Learn more at is.byu.edu/highschoolscholarships.
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Scholarships are awarded monthly. Applications need to be received by the first day of each month. Scholarship decisions will be emailed to applicants before the end of each month. See pages 208–209 or visit is.byu.edu/ universityscholarships.
DUAL ENROLLMENT OPTIONS High school students don’t have to wait for high school graduation to start college—they can enroll in our university general education (GE) and major-specific courses anytime! See page 184 for details or go to is.byu.edu/university.
ONLINE COURSE PREVIEWS We understand that you may need to verify whether a course meets your curriculum standards. Each online catalog listing includes a syllabus. We also provide free online course previews to counselors, educators, and homeschool parents. Graded assessments are not included, and certain restrictions apply. To request a course preview, visit is.byu.edu/coursepreview or call us for assistance. Some courses are also available as a free public service at is.byu.edu/free.
BYU HIGH SCHOOL SUITE ONLINE CURRICULUM We offer more than just individual online courses: our complete, customizable curriculum can be licensed and rebranded for your district, school, or teachers. BYU High School Suite is the fastest way to ramp up in-person, online, blended, and/or mastery-based credit recovery course options for your students. Each school has unique needs and goals. That’s why we offer free consultations at your school to discuss how we can help. If you need to quickly build out new methods of delivering courses, we can provide guidance. We’ve helped customize solutions for thousands of High School Suite classrooms,
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and we can quickly assess best ways to launch or augment your online program or fill gaps. We are also helping hundreds of schools with remote learning during school closures and shutdowns. Our courses are created to be extremely adaptable, with four subscription options: J
Blended Learning Solutions
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Credit Recovery Solutions
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Online Learning Solutions
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Subscription Solutions
BYU High School Suite gives you access to even more paths to success, including your district’s own colors, logos, and branding in a learning management system website that’s yours to keep; stepby-step training and technical support; and completely editable content. BYU High School Suite: your teachers, your students, our courses. Your content, learning activities, and assessments can be delivered via LTI and Thin Common Cartridge to any compatible system. This allows our learning experience to be embedded into your school’s LMS, without the need for content exports, user and enrollment provisioning (we handle that automatically), or any of the other headaches associated with trying to serve multiple LMS systems.
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Homeschool Options High school students who are unable to attend public school have options available to help them complete their studies. BYU Online High School offers students a choice of three four-year programs: Home Study, Semester Enrollment, and Adult Education. The Home Study Program offers the most flexibility, with up to a year to complete most courses. Semester Enrollment is a new option that involves enrolling in 18-week courses that parallel a two-semester U.S. school year. In either of these programs, youth ages 14–18 can complete coursework online to meet requirements for a BYU high school diploma. Students ages 19 and older may enroll in the Adult Education diploma program. We strive to accommodate a wide variety of personal circumstances and assist individuals in reaching their academic potential.
STUDENT TRACK OPTIONS While Adult Education students follow the Standard Track for course completion, Home Study and Semester Enrollment students may opt to prepare for college by following the Advanced Track. More rigorous
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courses are required, including world language credits. See page 176 for a track comparison.
ADULT EDUCATION Our adult high school diploma program is designed for students 19 years of age or older who are United States citizens or United States permanent residents. It allows adult students to earn a BYU high school diploma around other responsibilities, usually from home. For complete details, see page 188 or hs.byu.edu/adult-education.
ACT AND COLLEGE PREP CAMP Our ACT Camp is open to all high school students. Expert instructors and insider strategies help attendees raise their test scores by an average of three points. Details, dates, and sign-ups are posted at actcamp.byu.edu. As of 2020, ACT Prep is also taught online. Next year we hope to resume in-person courses at locations in the Western U.S. Look for event dates at actprep.byu.edu.
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By 1949 the first seven high school courses had been added to the BYU Bureau of Home Study catalog.
HIGH SCHOOL COURSES
Online Music Courses Do you have students interested in learning to play an instrument? Now they have the flexibility to learn an instrument anytime, anywhere, while earning high school credit. BYU beginning music courses are interactive teacher-led courses designed by internationally recognized educators and musicians. • Introduction to Music • Bass Guitar Basics, Part 1 • Beginning Piano • Drums Basics, Part 1 • Drums Basics, Part 2 • Guitar Basics, Part 1 • Guitar Basics, Part 2 • Ukulele Basics, Part 1 • Ukulele Basics, Part 2 • Voice Basics, Part 1 • Voice Basics, Part 2
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High School Courses ADVANCED PLACEMENT AP Biology, Part 1
APBIO 059
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AP Biology, Part 2
APBIO 060 . . . . . . . . . . .
15
AP Calculus AB, Part 1
APCALC 061 . . . . .
AP Calculus AB, Part 2
APCALC 063
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AP Calculus BC, Part 1
APCALC 065
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AP Calculus BC, Part 2
APCALC 067 . . . . .
16
APGOV 061 . . . . . . . .
16
AP U.S. Government
15
AP U.S. History, Part 1
APHIST 061
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AP U.S. History, Part 2
APHIST 062
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AP World History: Modern, Part 1 APHIST 063 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 AP World History: Modern, Part 2 APHIST 064 . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 AP Psychology, Part 1
APPSY 059
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AP Psychology, Part 2
APPSY 060
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Art, A/V Technology, and Communication Introduction to Commercial Art
Digital Photography
Exploring Computer Science 1 CS 040 NEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Computer Science, Part 1
CS 041
Computer Science, Part 2
CS 043 . . . . . .
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Animation
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3D Modeling
Agriscience II: Sustaining Human Life Veterinary Science: The Care of Animals Marine Science: Secrets of the Blue
CTE 052 . . . .
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CTE 053 . . . . . . . .
20
CTE 054
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CTE 057 . . . . . . . . . . .
Small Engine Repair
ENGN 041
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Food and Nutrition, Part 1
FOODS 041 . . .
22
Food and Nutrition, Part 2
FOODS 043 . . .
22
GARD 041 . . . . . . . . . . . .
22
Home Gardening
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CTE 042 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CTE 043
Computer Technology Keyboarding
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INFOP 041. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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INTDE 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Interior Design
Business, Finance, and Marketing
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CTE 043
23
Game Design 1b: Building a Game CTE 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
APSPAN 072
Introduction to Agriscience
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Game Design 1a: Introduction CTE 040 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
APSPAN 071
Automotive Basics
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Clothing Fashion Fundamentals CLOTH 047 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
AP Spanish, Part 2
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
ART 061 . . . . . . . . . . .
39
Basic Clothing Construction CLOTH 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
AP Spanish, Part 1
CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
ART 059 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accounting
ACC 041
Business Communications Business Law
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BCOM 041
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BLAW 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Business and Consumer Math, Part 1 BMATH 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Business and Consumer Math, Part 2 BMATH 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Marketing
BMRKT 041
Public Speaking
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COMMS 051
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Sports and Entertainment Marketing CTE 044 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Student support: indstudy@byu.edu Educator support: edsupport@byu.edu
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Entrepreneurship: Starting Your Business Economics
CTE 045 . . . . . . . .
26
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ECON 041
Engineering and Technology Sciences EARTH 051. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Meteorology
EARTH 055 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security Forensic Science 1: Secrets of the Dead
Criminology: Inside the Criminal Mind
CTE 047
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CTE 048. . . . . . .
Careers in Criminal Justice
CTE 049 . . . .
SELFG 041 . . . . . . . . . .
Project Self-Discovery
SELFG 043
Dating: Romance and Reason
SELFG 047. . . . . . .
Essential Life Skills
SELFG 049
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Education and Career Planning
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SELFG 057
Online Prep: Tools for Success
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CHILD 043
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STDEV 051
Character of America: Documents and Symbols
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USA 041
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Character of America: The People USA 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Health Science CTE 050 . . . . . . . . . .
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Health Sciences 2: Patient Care and Medical Services CTE 051 . . . . . . . . . 29 MEDIC 051. . . . . . . .
OCCUP 041
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BIOL 049 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Hospitality and Tourism Hospitality and Tourism: Traveling the Globe CTE 055 . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Culinary Arts 1a: Introduction CTE 058 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Why Try? Life Skills for Student Success RES 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
SELFG 055
Child Development, Part 2
Culinary Arts 1b: Finding Your Palate
REAL 041
31
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SELFG 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Human Anatomy
Life Preparation
FINL 041
Study Skills
CHILD 041
Preparing for Health Occupations
ACT 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leadership
Child Development, Part 1
Medical Terminology
ACT Preparation
Financial Literacy
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Education and Training
Health Sciences 1: The Whole Individual
(CTE courses may be used as electives)
Personal Freedom
CTE 046 . . . . . . . . . . .
Forensic Science 2: More Secrets of the Dead
Preparing for Responsible Parenthood CHILD 051. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
ELECTIVES
Concepts of Engineering and Technology CTE 056 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Astronomy
Human Services
CTE 059
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Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 1
XPLR 041 . . . . . .
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Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 2
XPLR 043 . . . . . .
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Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 3
XPLR 045 . . . . . .
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TOEFL 1500 . . . . . . . . .
33
TOEFL Preparation
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS Communications Business Communications Public Speaking
COMMS 051
BCOM 041. . .
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English
Writing Poetry
Ninth-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 041. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Ninth-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Tenth-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 045 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Tenth-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 047 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Eleventh-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 051. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Eleventh-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 053 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Journalism
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FINE ARTS Art Foundations, Part 1
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Twelfth-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 055 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Guitar Basics, Part 1
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Guitar Basics, Part 2
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Twelfth-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 057 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Ukulele Basics, Part 1
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English Usage
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Bass Guitar Basics, Part 1
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Literature Understanding Literature
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Advanced Literature Comprehension LIT 047 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Bible as Literature
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Drums Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 053
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Drums Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 054
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Voice Basics, Part 1
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Voice Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 056. . . . . . . . .
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Beginning Piano
PIANO 041
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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Aerobics
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Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 2
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Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 3
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Fitness for Living Well
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Golf
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Health Education, Part 1
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Speed Reading
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Reading around the World
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Cycling
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Eating Disorders and Basic Nutrition HLTH 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Writing WRIT 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical Writing Creative Writing
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Reading
English Usage
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Drug Use and Abuse Jogging
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Medical Terminology
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Preparing for Health Occupations OCCUP 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Intermediate Swimming Tennis
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Honors American (U.S.) Government and Citizenship GOVT 051. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
History AP U.S. History, Part 1
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AP U.S. History, Part 2
APHIST 062 . . . . . .
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AP World History: Modern, Part 1 APHIST 063. . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 AP World History: Modern, Part 2 APHIST 064 . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 United States History to 1850 HIST 041. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 United States History to 1877 HIST 041. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 United States History from 1851 HIST 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 United States History from 1877 HIST 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 HIST 051. . . . . . . . . . .
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Northwest History— WA State HIST 052 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 HIST 053 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HIST 057
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Current Events
Applied American (U.S.) Government and Citizenship GOVT 043. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
History of the American West
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World Geography
American (U.S.) Government and Citizenship GOVT 041. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Alaskan History
AP Psychology, Part 1 AP Psychology, Part 2 Economics
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Character of America: The People USA 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Weight Training
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Northwest History
Character of America: Documents and Symbols
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MATHEMATICS Integrated Secondary Mathematics 1, Part 1 MATH 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Secondary Mathematics 1, Part 2 MATH 052 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Secondary Mathematics 2, Part 1 MATH 053 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Secondary Mathematics 2, Part 2 MATH 054 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Secondary Mathematics 3, Part 1 MATH 055 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Secondary Mathematics 3, Part 2 MATH 056 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Traditional AP Calculus AB, Part 1
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AP Calculus AB, Part 2
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AP Calculus BC, Part 1
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Pre-Algebra, Part 1
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Algebra 1, Part 1
ALG 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Algebra 1, Part 2
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Algebra 2, Part 1
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Algebra 2, Part 2
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Business and Consumer Math, Part 1 BMATH 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Business and Consumer Math, Part 2 BMATH 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Geometry, Part 1
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Geometry, Part 2
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Precalculus, Part 1
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WORLD LANGUAGES First-Year ASL, Part 1
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First-Year ASL, Part 2
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Second-Year ASL, Part 1
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First-Year Chinese, Part 1
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First-Year Chinese, Part 2
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Second-Year Chinese, Part 1 CHIN 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
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Guitar Basics, Part 1
Introduction to Music
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Guitar Basics, Part 2
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First-Year French, Part 1
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Ukulele Basics, Part 1
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First-Year French, Part 2
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Ukulele Basics, Part 2
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Second-Year French, Part 1 FREN 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Bass Guitar Basics, Part 1
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Drums Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 053
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Drums Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 054
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Voice Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 055 . . . . . . . . .
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Voice Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 056. . . . . . . . .
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Beginning Piano
PIANO 041
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AP Biology, Part 1
APBIO 059 . . . . . . . . . . .
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AP Biology, Part 2
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Biology, Part 1
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Biology, Part 2
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Human Anatomy
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Chemistry, Part 1
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Chemistry, Part 2
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Honors Chemistry, Part 1
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Honors Chemistry, Part 2
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Earth Science, Part 1
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Earth Science, Part 2
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Meteorology
EARTH 055 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental Science
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Physics, Part 2
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First-Year German, Part 1
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First-Year German, Part 2
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Second-Year German, Part 1 GERM 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Second-Year German, Part 2 GERM 053 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Second-Year French, Part 2 FREN 053 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
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First-Year Japanese, Part 1 JAPAN 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 First-Year Japanese, Part 2 JAPAN 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Second-Year Japanese, Part 1 JAPAN 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Second-Year Japanese, Part 2 JAPAN 053 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 First-Year Korean, Part 1
KOREA 041
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First-Year Korean, Part 2
KOREA 043
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Second-Year Korean, Part 1 KOREA 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Second-Year Korean, Part 2 KOREA 053 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 . . . . . . . 67
First-Year Latin, Part 1
LATIN 041
First-Year Latin, Part 2
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Second-Year Latin, Part 1
LATIN 051 . . . .
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Second-Year Latin, Part 2
LATIN 053 . . . .
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First-Year Russian, Part 1
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First-Year Russian, Part 2
RUSS 043. . . . .
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Second-Year Russian, Part 1 RUSS 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Second-Year Russian, Part 2 RUSS 053 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 AP Spanish, Part 1
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AP Spanish, Part 2
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SPAN 041
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First-Year Spanish, Part 2
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QUARTER-CREDIT COURSES Health/Physical Education Eating Disorders and Basic Nutrition HLTH 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Drug Use and Abuse
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English/Language Arts Understanding Literature
LIT 045
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Electives Personal Freedom
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Project Self-Discovery
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Dating: Romance and Reason SELFG 047 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Essential Life Skills
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Leadership
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ADVANCED PLACEMENT AP Biology, Part 1 APBIO 059 Description: Explore the fabric of life with AP Biology. Earn college credit as you learn the ins and outs of cellular function within the human body. This is the first course in a two-part series that prepares students to take the AP Biology exam. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. Please consult the AP College Board website for more information. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP Biology, Part 2 APBIO 060 Description: Examine the body from the inside as you learn about its function at the cell level with AP Biology, Part 2, the final course in a series (APBIO 059 and APBIO 060) that prepares students to take the AP Biology exam. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. Please consult the AP College Board website for more information. Prerequisite: AP Biology, Part 1 (APBIO 059) or equivalent (recommended) Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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AP Calculus AB, Part 1 APCALC 061 Description: The AP Calculus AB series, which is the equivalent of a collegelevel Calculus 1 course, covers limits and differentiation and is taught by an AP-certified instructor. This is the first course in a two-part series (APCALC 061 and APCALC 063); students who successfully complete both halves of this series will be ready for the AP Calculus AB exam. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. You will need a graphing calculator for this course; we recommend the TI-84 Plus. Review the College Board’s list of approved calculators. You will also need access to a computer with high-speed internet access, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus, Part 2 (PRECALC 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP Calculus AB, Part 2 APCALC 063 Description: The AP Calculus AB series is the equivalent of a college-level Calculus 1 course and covers limits, differentiation, and integration. Concepts that students have learned from algebra and geometry that may have been confusing will be made clear in this course. This is the second course in a two-part series (APCALC 061 and APCALC 063); students who successfully complete both parts of this series will be ready for the AP Calculus AB exam and will be prepared to explore opportunities in engineering, physics, economics, and many other careers. This course is taught by an AP-certified instructor and is equivalent
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to the second half of a college-level Calculus 1 course. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. You will need a graphing calculator for this course; we recommend the TI-84 Plus. Review the College Board’s list of approved calculators. You will also need access to a computer with high-speed internet access, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB, Part 1 (APCALC 061) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP Calculus BC, Part 1 APCALC 065 Description: This course extends what students learned about limits, derivatives, and integrals to topics like series, Taylor polynomials, and parametric functions. In addition to providing students with a head start in college mathematics, AP Calculus BC opens doors of opportunity in engineering, physics, astronomy, economics, cryptography, and many other careers. This series is equivalent to a college-level Calculus 2 course. This course is the first in a two-part series (APCALC 065 and APCALC 067) and is taught by an AP-certified instructor. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. You will need a graphing calculator for this course; we recommend the TI-84 Plus. Prerequisite: AP Calculus AB, Part 2 (APCALC 063) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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AP Calculus BC, Part 2 APCALC 067 Description: Deepen your understanding of math and physics by taking AP Calculus BC. This college-level course will teach you about Taylor polynomials and parametric functions while preparing you for your future career. This is the second course in a two-part series and will prepare students to take the AP Calculus BC exam (APCALC 065 and APCALC 067). This course is taught by an AP-certified instructor. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. You will need a graphing calculator for this course; we recommend the TI-84 Plus. Prerequisite: AP Calculus BC, Part 1 (APCALC 065) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP U.S. Government APGOV 061 Description: This Advanced Placement course will introduce you to the workings of American government and politics. Major topics include the five areas listed by the College Board: Constitutional Democracy, Civil Liberties/Civil Rights, American Political Culture and Beliefs, Political Participation, and Interaction among Branches. These areas are divided into a total of ten units. This course will prepare you for the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam by helping you practice skills associated with the exam such as writing evidence-based essays and answering questions on causes and consequences of political events. Analysis of landmark Supreme Court decisions and foundational documents (AP-required primary sources) will be emphasized.
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AP U.S. History, Part 1 APHIST 061 Description: This Advanced Placement course explores the history of the United States from 1491 to 1877. Topics include European explorations and migrations, the American colonies, the American Revolution and creation of the U.S. Constitution, the Jeffersonian and Jacksonian eras and antebellum culture and reforms, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the conquest of the Far West. This course will also prepare you for the AP United States History exam by helping you practice skills associated with the exam, such as writing essays and answering questions on core topics. This course is the first of a twopart series on AP U.S. History. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP U.S. History, Part 2 APHIST 062 Description: This Advanced Placement course explores the history of the United States from the late 1800s to the present. Topics include industrialization, America entering the world stage, World War I, the Great Depression, the New Deal, World War II, the Cold War, the turbulent 1960s, the crisis of authority
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in the 1970s, the Age of Reagan (1980s), and globalization. This course will also prepare you for the AP United States History exam by helping you practice skills associated with the exam, such as writing essays and answering questions on core topics. This course is the second of a two-part series on AP U.S. History. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. Prerequisite: AP U.S. History, Part 1 (APGOV 061) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP World History: Modern, Part 1 APHIST 063 Description: This Advanced Placement course will help you explore world history from 1200 to 1750. Topics include East Asian development, the Middle East, the Muslim world, South Asia, India and other parts of Southeast Asia, the Americas, Africa, Europe, the Silk Roads, the Mongols, early global trade, empires, the evolution of European societies, and transoceanic interconnections. Students will also develop skills for writing essays and answering questions in preparation for the AP exam. This course is the first in a two-part series on world history. The second part, APHIST 064, covers events from 1750 to the present. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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AP World History: Modern, Part 2 APHIST 064 Description: This Advanced Placement course will help you explore world history from 1750 through the present. Topics include Political and Industrial Revolutions, Global Industrialization and its consequences, World War I and its impact, World War II and its impact, the Cold War, Decolonization, and recent History. This course will also begin to prepare you for the AP World History exam by helping you practice skills associated with the exam, such as writing essays and answering questions on core topics. This course is part two of a two-part series on AP World History. APHIST-063 is the first part. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. Prerequisite: AP World History, Part 1 (APHIST 063) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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AP Psychology, Part 1 APPSY 059 Description: This rigorous course discusses in-depth information about personal and others’ behavior and will prepare students to pass the AP Psychology exam for college credit. It is recommended that students take both courses of the series before taking the exam. It is also recommended that students take an introductory psychology course before enrolling in this series. This is the first course in a two-part Advanced Placement Psychology series (APPSY 059 and APPSY 060). Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. Prerequisite: Psychology (SOCSC 055) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP Psychology, Part 2 APPSY 060 Description: This rigorous course continues the study of psychology and behavior and will prepare students to pass the AP Psychology exam for college credit. It is recommended that students take both courses of the series before taking the exam. It is also recommended that students take an introductory psychology course before enrolling in this series. This is the second course in a two-part Advanced Placement Psychology series (APPSY 059 and APPSY 060). Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. Prerequisite: AP Psychology, Part 1 (APPSY 059) or equivalent
Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP Spanish, Part 1 APSPAN 071 Description: Master español con AP Spanish! This course will focus on six themes: los desafíos mundiales, la ciencia y la tecnología, la vida contemporánea, las identidades personales y públicas, las familias y las comunidades, and la belleza y la estética. Improve your speaking, reading, and writing skills as you prepare for the AP Spanish exam. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. Students will need access to a computer with high-speed internet access, a microphone, speakers (or headphones), and a webcam. Prerequisite: SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063, or three years of highschool Spanish Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
conclude the course with a review unit and a practice test structured according to AP testing guidelines. The course provides students with opportunities to exercise the major modalities of the AP test, including interpersonal communication, interpretive reading and listening, presentational speaking and writing, and intercultural competency. Students will analyze data, write for a variety of contexts, give presentations, provide cultural comparisons, and interact in the Conversation Café. Note: The College Board AP Program is now using “join codes” for requesting exams and granting access to study resources. The AP exam fee is not included in the course tuition. Students will need access to a computer with highspeed internet access, a microphone, speakers (or headphones), and a webcam. Prerequisite: SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, 063, and APSPAN 071 or three years of high-school Spanish and the first half of AP Spanish Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
AP Spanish, Part 2 APSPAN 072 Description: APSPAN 072 is the second course in a two-part series created to prepare students for the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam. It fine-tunes language skill and proficiency through engaging experiences and practice. The course is based on the six guiding themes set by the College Board: los desafíos mundiales, la ciencia y la tecnología, la vida contemporánea, las identidades personales y públicas, las familias y las comunidades, and la belleza y la estética. Each unit is centered around one of these themes. Students will
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CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Automotive Basics AUTO 043 Description: This automotive course teaches students to perform basic auto maintenance and repair tasks on their own, such as fixing flat tires, changing oil, and maintaining a vehicle. A practical approach for saving money and time, this course also gives students the confidence to discuss complex auto problems with a mechanic. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Introduction to Agriscience CTE 052 Description: In this course, students will learn more about the development and maintenance of agriculture, animal systems, natural resources, and other food sources. Students will also examine the relationship between agriculture and natural resources and the environment, health, politics, and world trade. Approaches to using technology and conservation methods are also discussed, as well as some of the current controversies regarding food production. Special attention is paid to safety, promoting a healthy environment, and designing for sustainability. Note: Must have access to word processing and presentation software, as well as various foods (see online syllabus). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Agriscience 2: Sustaining Human Life CTE 053 Description: Science and technology are revolutionizing may areas of our lives, and agriculture is no exception! From aquaculture to genetic engineering, agriscience is finding new ways to better produce and manage plants, animals, and other natural resources. In Agriscience 2, you’ll build on your existing knowledge of plant and animal science and delve deeper into important areas such as soil science and weed management. You’ll also explore research on plant and animal diseases as well as the insects and other pests that can impact agricultural enterprises and natural resources. Note: You will need access to presentation software; word processing software that can integrate simple tables, charts, and images; a device to take digital photos and video; a drawing program to create diagrams; and a way to upload your coursework. See the syllabus for additional resources, gardening supplies, and plants that are needed for specific activities. Many of the supplies you will need will depend on the sizes and requirements of your chosen plants. Prerequisite: Introduction to Agriscience (CTE 052, recommended) and familiarity with presentation and word processing software, APA formatting, and internet research skills Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Veterinary Science: The Care of Animals CTE 054 Description: As animals play an increasingly important role in our lives, scientists have sought to learn more about their health and well-being. Taking a look at the pets that live in our homes, on our farms, and in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries,
this course will examine some of the common diseases and treatments for domestic animals. Toxins, parasites, and infectious diseases impact not only the animals around us, but at times, we humans as well! Through veterinary medicine and science, the prevention and treatment of diseases and health issues is studied and applied. Note: You will need access to word processing software and (optional) presentation software. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Marine Science: Secrets of the Blue CTE 057 Description: Have you ever wondered about the secrets of the deep and how the creatures below the ocean’s surface live and thrive? It is truly a new frontier of discovery, and in Marine Science you will begin to better understand the aquatic cycles, structures, and processes that generate and sustain life in the sea. Through the use of scientific inquiry, research, measurement, and problem solving, you will conduct various scientific procedures that will lead to an increased level of knowledge about marine science. You will also have the opportunity to use technology and laboratory instruments in an academic setting. By recognizing the inherent ethics and safety procedures necessary in advanced experiments, you will become progressively more confident in your abilities as a capable marine scientist. Note: Must have access to word processing and presentation software, a way to take and upload digital photos and video, optional poster supplies, and science project materials. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Small Engine Repair ENGN 041 Description: Small Engine Repair covers the fundamentals of small engine repair and servicing. After learning what makes two-cycle and four-cycle engines work, students will get a hands-on, guided experience disassembling a small engine. Note: Students will need to disassemble a small engine; we recommend using one that is old or nonoperating. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Food and Nutrition, Part 1 FOODS 041 Description: In this hands-on food and nutrition course, students will use a variety of sources and activities to discover how food affects the way their body works, including cooking meals, researching individual nutrition needs, tracking eating habits, and planning meals based on scientific guidelines. Students will also learn about different careers related to food and nutrition through interviews with various professionals in the field. This is the first course in a two-part Food and Nutrition series (FOODS 041 and FOODS 043). Note: Students must have access to a kitchen with food preparation items, a camera, and an internet connection. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Food and Nutrition, Part 2 FOODS 043 Description: In this food and nutrition course, students will use a variety of sources and activities to discover how food affects the way their body works, including cooking meals, researching individual nutrition needs, tracking eating habits, and planning meals based on scientific guidelines. In this hands-on
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course, students will also learn about different careers related to food and nutrition through interviews with various professionals in the field. This is the second course in a two-part Food and Nutrition series (FOODS 041 and FOODS 043). Note: Students must have access to a kitchen with food preparation items, a camera, and an internet connection. Prerequisite: Food and Nutrition, Part 1 (FOODS 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Home Gardening GARD 041 Description: This course introduces students to vegetable gardening, including design, preparation, planting, and growing. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Art, A/V Technology, and Communication Basic Clothing Construction CLOTH 041 Description: This course introduces students to the basic principles and skills required to sew, including design concepts, selecting and preparing patterns, operating sewing equipment, and completing a sewing project. Students in Clothing Construction will submit a portfolio of work to the instructor for a grade. Note: Students will need a sewing machine, sewing manual, and other items listed in the course syllabus. Students will need to mail in projects at two points in the course. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Clothing Fashion Fundamentals CLOTH 047 Description: Clothing Fashion Fundamentals includes a history of fashion, surveys current fashion designers, and introduces students to careers in clothing and fashion design. Students who take this course will also learn how to apply the fundamentals of fashion to their own wardrobe. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170 NEW
Exploring Computer Science 1 CS 040 Description: This course is an introduction to computer science. It is designed to help you understand and develop computational thinking through the study of human and computer interaction; the information processing cycle (involving data); networks and the web; communication methods; ethical responsibilities; software program design and coding; and the problem-solving process. This course is fun and filled with a variety of learning assignments that will prepare you for computer science courses you may want to take in the future. Note: You will need the following: Access to a computer that is connected to the internet. An email address (accessible by either you or your parent or guardian) and an account for Scratch (a block programming program that is free to use). Access to Microsoft Word® or a similar word processing program able to use DOCX and DOC file formats. You will also need Adobe Reader ® or another program that can open PDF files. You will need a scanner or camera to digitally capture a printed page. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Computer Science, Part 1 CS 041 Description: This is an introductory course in computer programming, software engineering, and applications. It introduces students to fundamentals of computer programming such as design, code, and programs. It also lays the foundation for basic programming concepts through the Python programming language. This prepares students for the second semester, when they will learn object-oriented programming skills in an internet environment. Note: You will need access to the following to successfully complete the course: a computer with a connection to the internet, a webcam, and a microphone. Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Part 2 (ALG 053), Secondary Math 1, Part 2 (MATH 052), or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Computer Science, Part 2 CS 043 Description: This course is the continuation of CS 041, and it builds on the concepts and skills students acquired in the first course. The main focus in this course is programming for the internet. Most modern web applications are built on three interacting building blocks: (1) Client programs that run locally in the user’s web browser, (2) server programs that run on machines in data centers, and (3) databases for information storage. In this course students will learn how to write client and server code, and become familiar with database usage to build simple web applications. It is not the goal of this course to teach how to build graphically attractive web programs but rather to teach the mechanics underpinning modern web applications.
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Game Design 1a: Introduction CTE 040 Description: Are you a gamer? Do you enjoy playing video games or coding? Does the idea of creating and designing your own virtual world excite you? If so, this is the course for you! Tap into your creative and technical skills as you learn about the many aspects involved with designing video games. You will learn about video game software and hardware, various gaming platforms, necessary technical skills, troubleshooting and internet safety techniques, and even the history of gaming. And to top it all off, you’ll even have the opportunity to create your very own plan for a 2D video game! Turn your hobby into a potential career and go from simply being a player in a virtual world to actually creating one! Note: You will need to have access to a computer with the following: a slide show program; a word processing program; graphics editing software; Unity LTS Release 2017.4.0f1; and a printer if you choose to complete activities by hand. OS requirement: Windows 7 SP1+, 8, 10, 64-bit versions only; Mac OS X 10.9+. Server versions of Windows and OS X are not tested. GPU requirement: Graphics card with DX10 (Shader Model 4.0) capabilities. You will also need access to digital photo and video devices, as well as basic art supplies and a timer. See course syllabus for more details. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Game Design 1b: Building a Game CTE 041 Description: We live in a technologically advanced world where virtual reality and video games play a major role. Have you ever thought about designing your own video game? By signing up for Game Design 1b: Building a Game, you will learn the skills needed to conceptualize, design, and fully create your very own video game. Explore various video game software and hardware; sharpen your coding skills; and learn about game storylines, player progression, and algorithmic decision making. Learn to analyze player goals, actions, rewards, and challenges, among many other gameplay components. Use your creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and technical skills. When you sign up for Game Design 1b: Building a Game, you are putting yourself at the forefront of a future in technology! Note: Various computer programs, system requirements, and materials are required; see online course syllabus for more information. Prerequisite: Game Design 1a (CTE 040) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Animation CTE 042 Description: Do you wonder what it would be like to create the next blockbuster animated movie, or do you want to make the next big video game? Do you have an eye for drawing, technology, and timing? If so, Animation is the course for you! You will learn how to use animation tools to conceptualize and bring your creations to life. You’ll learn the ins and outs of creating 2D and 3D animation, from start to finish. You’ll even begin working on your own design portfolio and get hands-on experience with creating your own animation projects. Learning about Animation could lead to a thriving
career in the growing world of technology and animation. Note: Various computer programs, system requirements, and materials are required; see online course syllabus for more information. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
3D Modeling CTE 043 Description: Are you interested in a career in technology? Are you curious about working in fields like virtual reality, video game design, marketing, television and motion pictures, or digital imaging? If so, this course in 3D Modeling is a great place to start as it is the foundation for all these career paths. Gain a deeper understanding of graphic design and illustration as you use 3D animation software to create virtual three-dimensional design projects. Hone in on your drawing, photography, and 3D construction techniques and develop the skills needed to navigate within a 3D digital modeling workspace. This course is an excellent introduction to careers in the fast-growing field of technology and design. Note: You will need access to word processing and presentation software. This course was created using Blender version 2.79 and requires a computer running Windows Vista and above, Mac OSX 10.6 and above, or Linux. Minimum hardware requirements: 32-bit dual core 2Ghz CPU with SSE2 support; 2 GB RAM; 24-bit 1280×768 display; mouse or trackpad; OpenGL 2.1–compatible graphics with 512 MB RAM. Recommended hardware: 64-bit quad core CPU; 8 GB RAM; full HD display with 24-bit color; three-button mouse; OpenGL 3.2–compatible graphics with 2 GB RAM. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Computer Technology CTECH 041 Description: This course provides an introduction to computer application software. Students will learn to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations using Microsoft Office 2013. The basics of operating systems and the use of email are covered. Note: A computer with Microsoft Word®, Excel®, PowerPoint®, and Access® (Microsoft Office Suite) is needed for this course. Equivalent software found in Google Docs or on Macintosh computers may also be used, but be aware that versions of software will be different and may or may not have the tools to complete parts of the assignments. This course uses Microsoft Office 2013 for Windows. Make sure you save all documents in a Microsoft Word® (.doc, .docx), Excel® (.xls, .xlsx), PowerPoint® (.ppt, .pptx) or Access® (.accdb) format. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Keyboarding INFOP 041 Description: This course will guide students through attaining proficiency in touch typing and word processing skills. In an increasingly digital world, the ability to quickly and accurately type and create well-formatted documents will prove invaluable and advantageous in completing schoolwork, communicating professionally, and pursuing personal education and career goals. Note: Students will need to create a free account on TypingClub.com through BYU’s TypingClub account (a tutorial is provided in the course). Students will also need access to a full-size keyboard with a 10-key numeric keypad. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Interior Design INTDE 041 Description: This course is an introduction to interior design. Students will learn the fundamentals of design and their application to interiors as they create designs and share them with their peers. Note: Students need access to a general art supplies and a digital camera; see syllabus. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Business, Finance, and Marketing Accounting ACC 041 Description: This course will provide students with a basic understanding of what accounting is and the necessary skills and ability to learn more. By the end of this course, they will have learned how to record basic business transactions, post journal entries, prepare financial statements, and perform other accounting tasks. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Business Law BLAW 041 Description: In Business Law, students will gain an understanding of the law as it relates to them currently, as well as the implications of the law in their future lives, the lives of their families, and the lives of their friends. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Marketing BMRKT 041 Description: This course will help students gain a working knowledge of marketing and distribution, including marketing careers, marketing functions, market segmentation, and channels of distribution. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Sports and Entertainment Marketing CTE 044 Description: Whether you are watching a famous athlete make an unbelievable play or witnessing a sensational singing performance, the world of sports and entertainment is never boring. Although it may seem impossible for you to be a part of this glittery world, it’s not! The Sports and Entertainment Marketing field offers careers that combine entertainment with traditional marketing, but with a whole lot more glamour. Explore basic marketing principles while delving deeper into the multibillion-dollar sports and entertainment industry. Learn how professional athletes, sports teams, and famous entertainers are marketed as commodities and how the savvy people who handle these deals can become very successful. This course will show you exactly how things work behind the scenes of a major entertainment event and how you can be part of the act. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Entrepreneurship: Starting Your Business CTE 045 Description: What does it really take to own your own business? Does the sound of being your own boss make you feel excited or anxious? Either way, Entrepreneurship: Starting Your Business will get you started in the right direction. This course explains the ins and outs
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of such an enterprise, giving you the confidence needed to be your very own boss. You will discover what is needed to operate a personal business, from creating a plan, generating financing, and pricing products to marketing services and managing employees. If you’ve ever dreamed of being a true entrepreneur but feel daunted by the prospect, this is your chance to learn all you need to know. Note: Various computer programs and system requirements are required, as well as a video recording device; see syllabus for more information. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Engineering and Technology Sciences Concepts of Engineering and Technology CTE 056 Description: Each day, we are surrounded by technology and engineering projects. From our phones to the bridges we drive over, engineering and technology influence many parts of our lives. In Concepts of Engineering and Technology, you will learn more about engineering and technology careers and what skills and knowledge you’ll need to succeed in these fields. You’ll explore innovative and cutting-edge projects that are changing the world we live in and examine the design and prototype development process. Concepts of Engineering and Technology will also help you understand the emerging issues in this exciting career field. Note: See online catalog for description of required resources and skills. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security Forensic Science 1: Secrets of the Dead CTE 046 Description: Fingerprints. Blood spatters. Gunshot residue. If these things intrigue you rather than scare you, Forensic Science 1: Secrets of the Dead may be for you. This course offers you the chance to dive into the riveting job of crime scene analysis. Learn the techniques and practices applied during a crime scene investigation and how clues and data are recorded and preserved. You will better understand how forensic science applies technology to make discoveries and bring criminals to justice as you follow the entire forensic process—from pursuing the evidence trail to taking the findings to trial. By careful examination of the crime scene elements, even the most heinous crimes can be solved. Note: You will need access to presentation, word processing, and graphics editing software; a camera or phone camera; and a way to upload photos for submission. In addition, you will need access to various household items for assignments (see syllabus for details). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Forensic Science 2: More Secrets of the Dead CTE 047 Description: Every time a crime is committed, a virtual trail of incriminating evidence is left behind just waiting to be found and analyzed. In Forensic Science 2: More Secrets of the Dead, you’ll learn even more about the powerful science of forensics and how it has changed the face of crime and justice in our world. You will learn some basic scientific principles used in the lab, such as toxicology, material analysis, microscopy, and forensic anthropology, and find out how scientists use everything from insects to bones to help them solve crimes. Discover how advanced techniques and methodical processes can lead to catching even the craftiest criminal. The best way to battle crime these days is not with a weapon, but with science. Note: You will need access to presentation, word processing, and spreadsheet software; a camera or phone camera; and a way to upload photos for submission. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Criminology: Inside the Criminal Mind CTE 048 Description: Understanding the criminal mind is not easy. Why do certain people commit horrible acts? Can we ever begin to understand their reasoning and motivation? Perhaps. In Criminology: Inside the Criminal Mind, you will be given the rare opportunity to climb inside the mind of a criminal and examine the ideas and motivations at work. The mental state of a criminal can be affected by many different aspects of life–psychological, biological, sociological–all of which have differing perspectives and influences. You will investigate not only how these variables affect the criminal mind but
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also how the criminal justice system remains committed to upholding the law through diligence and an uncompromising process. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Careers in Criminal Justice CTE 049 Description: Most of us have watched a sensationalized crime show at one time or another, but do we really know how things work behind those dreaded prison bars? Do we really understand all the many factors in our justice proceedings? The criminal justice system is a very complex field that requires many seriously dedicated people who are willing to pursue equal justice for all. The Careers in Criminal Justice course illuminates what those different career choices are and how the juvenile justice system, the correctional system, and the trial process all work together to maintain social order. Find out more about what really happens when the television show ends and reality begins. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Education and Training Child Development, Part 1 CHILD 041 Description: Child Development, Part 1 is an introductory course in child development that begins with theories of child development, then proceeds to trace development from pregnancy to infancy. Children do not come with a manual, but this course will help anyone who plans to be a parent or care for a child. This course also includes a discussion of heredity and parenting skills. This is the first course in a two-part Child Development series (CHILD 041 and CHILD 043). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Child Development, Part 2 CHILD 043 Description: In this second part of the series, students will learn how children develop from birth to adolescence, including parenting methods; childhood illnesses; children with different physical, emotional, and intellectual abilities; and child abuse. Children do not come with a manual, but this course will help anyone who plans to be a parent or care for a child. This is the second course in a two-part Child Development series (CHILD 041 and CHILD 043). Prerequisite: Child Development, Part 1 (CHILD 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Health Science Health Science 1: The Whole Individual CTE 050 Description: Will we ever find a cure for cancer? What treatments are best for conditions like diabetes and asthma? How are illnesses like meningitis, tuberculosis, and the measles identified and diagnosed? Health sciences provide the answers to questions such as these. In this course, students will be introduced to the various disciplines within the health sciences, including toxicology, clinical medicine, and biotechnology. They will explore the importance of diagnostics and research in the identification and treatment of diseases. The course presents information and terminology for the health sciences and examines the contributions of different health science areas. Note: You will need access to a video recording device, presentation software, word processing software, and a way to upload photos and videos for submission. If you prefer to complete assignments by hand, you will also need
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basic art supplies. See course syllabus for complete requirements. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Health Science 2: Patient Care and Medical Services CTE 051 Description: Challenging. Variable. Rewarding. These three words can be used to describe many careers in the health sciences. In this course, you will learn more about what it takes to be a successful health science professional, including how to communicate with patients. You’ll explore the rights and responsibilities of both patients and health science professionals in patient care and learn more about how to promote wellness among patients and health care staffs. Finally, you’ll learn more about safety in health science settings and the challenges and procedures of emergency care, infection control, and blood-borne pathogens. Note: Taking local CPR and first aid classes is required. See the online catalog syllabus for descriptions of required resources. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Hospitality and Tourism Hospitality and Tourism: Traveling the Globe CTE 055 Description: With greater disposable income and more opportunities for business travel, people are traversing the globe in growing numbers. As a result, hospitality and tourism is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. This course will introduce students to the hospitality and tourism industry, including hotel and restaurant management, cruise ships, spas, resorts, theme parks, and other areas. Students will learn about key hospitality issues, the development and management of tourist locations, event planning, marketing, and environmental issues related to leisure and travel. The course also examines some current and future trends in the field. Note: You will need access to a word processing program. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Culinary Arts 1a: Introduction CTE 058 Description: Food is fundamental to life. Not only does it feed our bodies, but it’s often the centerpiece for family gatherings and social functions with friends. In this course, you will learn all about food including food culture, food history, food safety, and current food trends. You’ll also learn about the food service industry and try your hand at preparing some culinary delights. Through hands-on activities and in-depth study of the culinary arts field, this course will help you hone your cooking skills and give you the opportunity to explore careers in this exciting industry. Note: You will need access to a digital camera or camera phone for recording photos and videos; video editing software; and word processing and
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presentation software. See syllabus for a list of required materials for each unit. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Culinary Arts 1b: Finding Your Palate CTE 059 Description: Did you know that baking is considered a science? Building on the prior prerequisite course, discover how to elevate your culinary skills through the creation of stocks, soups, sauces, and learn baking techniques. Examine sustainable food practices and the benefits of nutrition while maintaining taste, plating, and presentation to truly wow your guests. The last unit in this course explores careers in the culinary arts for ways to channel your newfound passion! Note: See online catalog for description of required materials and skills. Prerequisite: Culinary Arts 1a: Introduction (CTE 058) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Human Services Preparing for Responsible Parenthood CHILD 051 Description: Preparing for Responsible Parenthood takes students through the basic roles of parenting, including practical knowledge for discipline; teaching values; communicating with children; and creating a nurturing, stress-free home environment. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
ELECTIVES ACT Preparation ACT 051 Description: This ACT Prep course is jam-packed with proven test-taking strategies that will help students optimize their ACT game plan and boost their confidence. Students will become familiar with current ACT test content, practice successful test-taking strategies, and demonstrate competency on assessments. This course includes ungraded self-checks, an optional instructor-graded essay, graded quizzes, and a graded final exam, but does not include ACT exam questions or registration. It teaches students how to take the ACT exam. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Financial Literacy FINL 041 Description: Students will learn essential financial management strategies through course readings, video scenarios, and practical application activities. Standard topics include budgeting and financial services, consumer choices, financial and career planning, credit, income and taxes, savings and investments, and insurance and retirement. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Life Preparation REAL 041 Description: Through engaging stories, examples, and case studies, students will learn to analyze themselves and make adjustments to become ready for real life. Covered topics include perspective, independence, communication, social expectations, balance, relationships, and citizenship. Lessons include instructorgraded portfolio activities, which should
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Why Try? Life Skills for Student Success RES 041 Description: This course provides ten strategies proven to motivate and engage EVERY student! Based on the popular WhyTry Program, students will learn the strategies successful people use to overcome challenges, boost motivation, improve relationships, increase resilience, and more! The lessons in this course have been implemented with over two million youth nationwide and have been proven to promote college and career readiness, improve GPA, increase engagement, improve attendance, and enhance overall self-concept. The goal of the course is to help students go beyond the “what” of education and help them see the “why”—or the ways in which the skills and concepts they’re learning can apply directly to their life. Students often say that they have more fun in this class than in any other high school course. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Personal Freedom SELFG 041 Description: Personal Freedom is a practical course that considers freedom and interaction with others, freedom from conflict, and freedom within the family. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
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SELFG 043 Description: In this course, students will increase their knowledge of what people are like and improve their powers of selfunderstanding and self-expression; they will learn how to gain self-confidence, selfacceptance, and a more meaningful life. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Dating: Romance and Reason SELFG 047 Description: This course covers dating— when, why, and whom; planning, asking, accepting; dating behaviors and cautions; and personality differences, relationship skills, and the role of love in relationships. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Essential Life Skills
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SELFG 049 Description: In this course, students learn how to lay a foundation for successful, responsible adulthood by using time effectively, setting goals, avoiding procrastination, overcoming feelings of inadequacy, and developing self-motivation. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Leadership SELFG 051 Description: In this course, students learn about different types of leadership, the characteristics of a leader, how leaders make effective decisions, and the secret to becoming a good leader. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Study Skills SELFG 055 Description: This course is designed to help students master themselves and their ability to study, learn, and retain information in a manner that most aptly
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fits their learning style. Students will discover their learning style, learn how to use time effectively, learn listening skills, and learn tips for taking better notes. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Education and Career Planning SELFG 057 Description: In this course, students evaluate their personal interests and values, research occupations that are of interest, and draw conclusions about themselves and the world of work. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Online Prep: Tools for Success STDEV 051 Description: This course is a guide to help students succeed in the online learning environment, and specifically in a BYU Independent Study course. Students will engage in learning content and activities to increase their study skills and their success in online classes. Students will explore tools and tips for digital natives, analyze the best use of a learning management system, set up schedules to use their time effectively, apply testtaking strategies, and discover their ideal learning style. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
TOEFL Preparation TOEFL 1500 Description: This course prepares you for taking and improving your score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Using authentic problems from past TOEFL tests, this course deeply examines each type of question you will come across on the test. You will have the opportunity to take five different practice tests and receive actual TOEFL scores to help you improve. This course concentrates
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS Communications Business Communications BCOM 041 Description: This business communications course explores strategies and skills needed to become an effective written and verbal communicator. Skills taught in this course are especially helpful in workplace communication but are also applicable to communication outside of work. Prerequisite: An understanding of English grammar and usage Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Public Speaking COMMS 051 Description: This course is an introduction to public speaking. It is media intensive and filled with several speeches and examples of various stages of speech development. Note: Students must have access to a video recording device to turn in speeches for critiquing. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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English Ninth-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 041 Description: In this course, students will learn effective strategies for reading fiction, nonfiction, and poetry; students will also explore and implement elements of effective writing. Writing assignments include a learning journal, a photo essay, a personal narrative, and a process paper. Students will learn new vocabulary and review grammatical concepts. This is the first course in a two-part Ninth-Grade English series (ENGL 041 and ENGL 043). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Note: Students must read a novel from a list of over 100 widely available books. There are two instructors for this course, and each student will be randomly assigned to one of them upon registration. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Ninth-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 043 Description: This course incorporates reading, writing, speaking strategies, vocabulary, internet research skills, essay and speech writing, and reading texts from various genres. Students will also have the opportunity to use instructional multimedia and video interviews. This course is designed to open students’ eyes to new perspectives so they can develop their own ideas and have a greater understanding of the world they live in. This is the second course in a two-part Ninth-Grade English series (ENGL 041 and ENGL 043). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Ninth-Grade English, Part 1 (ENGL 041) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
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Tenth-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 045 Description: Students will develop new perspectives through interpreting literature, expanding vocabulary, and writing creatively; they will also enhance their writing skills by examining point of view, character development, figurative language, and audience. This is the first course in a twopart Tenth-Grade English series (ENGL 045 and ENGL 047). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Note: Must view the film To Kill a Mockingbird (1962, black-and-white), which is available online or from a video library. Also need a dictionary and a way to record a persuasive speech. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Tenth-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 047 Description: This course offers a myriad of reading and writing activities that are designed to strengthen students’ background knowledge in the genres of poetry, short story, myth, nonfiction, and novel. This is the second course in a two-part Tenth-Grade English series (ENGL 045 and ENGL 047). Prerequisite: Tenth-Grade English, Part 1 (ENGL 045) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Eleventh-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 051 Description: This English course will give students a chance to further develop reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Students will learn how to read and write about texts in ways that will both be fulfilling and prepare them for college entrance exams. Students will also continue to grow their vocabulary and hone their
understanding of grammatical concepts. This is the first course in a two-part Eleventh-Grade English series (ENGL 051 and ENGL 053). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Eleventh-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 053 Description: This English course is a continuation of Eleventh-Grade English, Part 1 and contains a reading emphasis on literary, functional, and informational selections. A research report with an outline, a works cited page, and in-text documentation will be required. This course also includes analyses, original stories, and poems. Students will develop their writing style to improve effectiveness, clarity, and variety. This is the second course in a two-part Eleventh-Grade English series (ENGL 051 and ENGL 053). This course also encompasses the Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Eleventh-Grade English, Part 1 (ENGL 051) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Twelfth-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 055 Description: Students will develop a basic understanding of poetry as they analyze and isolate figures of speech, enhance their writing skills as several different rhetorical modes are practiced, and enlarge their vocabulary while becoming more proficient at punctuation. This is the first course in a two-part Twelfth-Grade English series (ENGL 055 and ENGL 057). This course also encompasses the Common Core State Standards. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
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Twelfth-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 057 Description: Students will gain a basic understanding of rhetoric as they become more proficient in their writing, enlarge their vocabulary, and recognize how to skillfully approach poetry. Students will also learn to assess writing more effectively by using the Six Traits Analytical Model Writing Assessment. This is the second course in a two-part Twelfth-Grade English series (ENGL 055 and ENGL 057). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Twelfth-Grade English, Part 1 (ENGL 055) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
English Usage WRIT 041 Description: This is an introductory English course designed to create a full foundation for the English language by focusing on the basics of grammar, such as parts of speech, types of sentences, and commonly misused words. This course prepares students to read and write within the conventions of English. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Literature Understanding Literature LIT 045 Description: Understanding Literature will assist students in reading, analyzing, and interpreting short stories, poetry, novels, and plays for content, thematic meaning, and personal relevance. Note: The required novels may be available at a local library or bookstore. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
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Advanced Literature Comprehension LIT 047 Description: This course provides an exploration of proven masters in major genres, including epic poetry, short story, drama, and the novel. Major themes include love of self, of others, and of principle. Note: The novels required may be available at a local library or bookstore. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Bible as Literature LIT 051 Description: This course includes an introduction to the King James Version of the Bible as a great classic of English literature. Note: Students must use the King James Version of the Bible. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Science Fiction Literature LIT 061 Description: This course evaluates the future through science fiction; it looks at the best and worst future possibilities if present trends in society and present human traits continue. Note: The required novels may be available at a local library or bookstore. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 1 XPLR 041 Description: This course is a literary study of basic values and examines the consequences of having or lacking courage, self-discipline, respect, honesty, work, trust, and compassion. This is the first course in a three-part Character
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Education: Exploring Values series (XPLR 041, 043, and 045); however, any of the courses may be taken independently of the others. Note: This course may be counted for credit in either language arts literature or electives, but not both. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 2 XPLR 043 Description: This course is a literary study of additional basic values; it examines the consequences of having or lacking confidence, generosity, humility, obedience, determination, reliability, tolerance, forgiveness, and excellence. Lessons include instructor-graded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole before requesting the final. This is the second course in a three-part Character Education: Exploring Values series (XPLR 041, 043, and 045); however, any of the courses may be taken independently of the others. Note: This course may be counted for credit in either language arts literature or electives, but not both. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 3 XPLR 045 Description: This course is a literary study of additional basic values; it examines the consequences of having or lacking mercy, patience, grace, gratitude, accountability, loyalty, patriotism, and self-sufficiency. Lessons include instructor-graded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole prior to requesting the final. This is the third course in a three-part Character Education: Exploring Values series (XPLR 041, 043, and 045); however, any of
the courses may be taken independently of the others. Note: This course may be counted for credit in either language arts literature or electives, but not both. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Reading Speed Reading READ 041 Description: This course teaches skills for effectively increasing reading speed and comprehension. Note: Students provide a novel of their choice from the guidelines provided. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Reading Comprehension READ 045 Description: This course will identify important strategies to help students understand and remember what they have read. It will help students improve their reading speed and comprehension through carefully designed exercises. Fluency and vocabulary will be included with comprehensive skills. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Recreational Reading READ 049 Description: This course is all about giving students the tools to become better readers and more appreciative of good books; this will help them understand the joy that comes from recreational reading. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “’Tis the good reader that makes the good book.” Students will learn reading strategies that will help them not only become better readers but also enjoy reading even more.
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Note: Students are required to read six novels for this course. These novels should add up to a combined minimum of 1,500 pages of text. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Reading around the World READ 051 Description: This reading course takes students on a literary journey around the world by reading the adventures of Harry Potter, Gandhi’s words of wisdom, Chilean folk tales, and much more while learning about important pre-, during-, and after-reading techniques. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Writing English Usage WRIT 041 Description: This is an introductory English course designed to create a full foundation for the English language by focusing on the basics of grammar, such as parts of speech, types of sentences, and commonly misused words. This course prepares students to read and write within the conventions of English. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Technical Writing WRIT 043 Description: This course is designed to help students write to convey information clearly, concisely, and accurately; to experience comprehensive editing and copyediting; and to write instructions and memos. This course will also help students improve their writing style. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Creative Writing WRIT 045 Description: This course guides students in writing fiction by learning and using the elements of creative writing: plot, character development, dialogue, description, scene, transition, and point of view. Two short stories are required. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Writing Poetry WRIT 047 Description: This course is designed to improve and enhance students’ own poetic skills by teaching them how poets use the language devices of sound, sensory images, figurative expressions, and musical rhythms to share their insights through word-art. Throughout the course, students will experiment with traditional formats and with many freeverse styles of poetry. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Journalism WRIT 049 Description: In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of modern journalism: reporting, interviewing, writing techniques, censorship issues, page design, and broadcast journalism. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
FINE ARTS Art Foundations, Part 1 ART 041 Description: This art course consists of four main art disciplines: history, production, criticism, and aesthetics. Each discipline is distinctly different, allowing students to gain a comprehensive art foundation. This course chronologically covers movements beginning with
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prehistoric art and ending with baroque art. With each movement, students are given a historical context as well as an opportunity to learn and develop various art skills. Art Foundations, Part 1, also teaches students how to formally judge art and answer questions concerning the nature of art. This is the first course in a two-part art series (ART 041 and ART 043); however, either course may be taken independently of the other. Note: Please check the syllabus for required art materials. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Art Foundations, Part 2 ART 043 Description: This course covers art basics such as criticism, studio techniques, elements and principles, aesthetics, and history from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present. This is the second course in a two-part art series (ART 041 and ART 043); however, either course may be taken independently of the other. Note: Please check the syllabus for required art materials. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Drawing ART 045 Description: This art course is an introduction to the fundamentals of drawing and focuses on the elements and principles of art, linear perspective, proportion, and composition. Note: Please check the syllabus for required art materials. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Calligraphy ART 051 Description: This course is an introduction to basic calligraphy skills. Students will learn four letter styles: sans serif B-point, Celtic, Gothic, and italic. Note: This course is not designed to improve students’ handwriting. Please check the syllabus for required art materials. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Introduction to Commercial Art ART 059 Description: This commercial art course teaches the introductory elements of graphic design, the concept of simplification, and the history and function of typography. Students will also apply principles and elements of design, employ principles and concepts of advertising, and use a computer to research, create, or manipulate images. Note: Please check the syllabus for required art materials. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Digital Photography ART 061 Description: This course is an introduction to digital photography and teaches students effective camera and editing software use, artistic design, processing and careers, with a brief history of photography. Note: A digital camera is required. You may not use your cell phone or similar device. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Aerobics AEROB 045 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through aerobics. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: Please check the syllabus for required materials. Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Bowling BOWL 041 Description: At the conclusion of this course, students should attain an advancedbeginner skill level by learning the correct approach, delivery, and scoring techniques in bowling. This is a fun but demanding course that will require you to follow directions carefully for all your lessons. Access to a bowling alley and appropriate equipment is required. Students must submit scorecards from 15 games to receive credit. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Cycling CYCLE 041 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through cycling. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. This course requires 45 days of cycling activity and at least 120 miles ridden to receive credit for the course. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Fitness for Living Well FIT 041 Description: This course is designed to lay a foundation to help students live a healthy lifestyle. Selected scientifically based wellness principles will enable students to choose positive attitudes toward their whole selves and others, to live a physically active lifestyle, to eat wisely, to realize the importance of getting adequate rest, and to follow safety precautions for injury prevention. This course requires students to sustain efforts to improve their fitness and overall health over a period of several weeks. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Lifetime Weight Control FIT 045 Description: Lifetime Weight Control contains guidelines for healthy weight control, nutrition, diet, and exercise, as well as myths and facts about weight control. Students must engage in a five-week fitness program to receive credit. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Fitness for Sports and Recreation FIT 049 Description: This course is an overall fitness training and nutrition course designed for students who are involved in either competitive or recreational sports such as football, soccer, swimming, cheerleading, track, snowboarding, rock climbing, and so forth. This fitness course is designed to help students achieve their maximum fitness level and increase strength and stamina to achieve peak competitive condition. Students will participate in several physical activities designed to increase fitness. Students must engage in a 13-week fitness program to receive credit. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Golf GOLF 041 Description: This course includes instruction for proper golf grip, stance, backswing, downswing, follow-through, short game, putting, problem shots, proper club for fairway distance, rough, greens, sand traps, and so forth. It also teaches golf terminology, rules, and etiquette and requires 45 holes of golf over three to four months. Students must submit scorecards from five games to receive credit. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Health Education, Part 1 HLTH 041 Description: This is a comprehensive health course, covering topics of mental and emotional health, nutrition and physical activity, social health and relationships, sexual health, personal health and disease, substances and abuse, and injury prevention and safety. Note: Due to the sensitive nature of some of the topics discussed in this course, we invite parents and legal guardians to review the course content and discuss with the student their values in relation to the content. Likewise, we invite students to discuss with a parent or legal guardian any questions or concerns they have about these topics. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Health Education, Part 2 HLTH 042 Description: This course covers developing healthy sun exposure habits, acquiring knowledge and skills to practice healthy habits that prevent or control disease, learning positive tactics to avoid drug use, and learning healthy eating strategies. This is the second course in a two-part Health Education series (HLTH 041 and HLTH 042) for students needing a full year of health education credit. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Eating Disorders and Basic Nutrition HLTH 043 Description: This course covers eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia, various weight-related diseases, and principles of proper nutrition and physical activity. It also compares optimum weight and nutrition to eating disorders. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Drug Use and Abuse HLTH 045 Description: This course helps students understand why people use drugs, how they use them, and what types of drugs are commonly abused. Because drugs can affect any of us, this course raises awareness about drug use and abuse. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Jogging JOG 041 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through jogging. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Student support: indstudy@byu.edu Educator support: edsupport@byu.edu
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Medical Terminology MEDIC 051 Description: In Medical Terminology, all students will find real-life application of the medical terminology used in medical programs and offices. They will become proficient at building medical words from word parts. Students will gain a grounded foundation of medical terminology, abbreviations, and common symbols used in university premed courses, nursing programs, health-care offices, and so forth. They will be able to describe the terms associated with anatomical regions, planes, and movements. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Preparing for Health Occupations OCCUP 041 Description: This health occupations course gives an overview of the different areas associated with health sciences and health technology. It covers healthcare systems and trends, careers, ethics, terminology and basic anatomy, diversity, nutrition, job-seeking skills, and resume writing. This course is a preparatory class for students who are interested in a profession as a health-care worker. In addition, it is good preparation for anyone interested in working in the medical field, public health, safety, and so forth. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Intermediate Swimming SWIM 043 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through swimming. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Tennis TEN 041 Description: This tennis course teaches the forehand, backhand, lob, serve, and other skills necessary to play tennis; written and unwritten rules of the game; and singles and doubles strategy. Access to appropriate equipment and a partner is required. Students must engage in a sixweek fitness program to receive credit. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Please check the syllabus for required materials. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Walking Fitness WALK 041 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through walking. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Walking Fitness requires 45 days of walking activity (45–50 minutes minimum per walk) to receive credit for the course. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Weight Training WTRNG 041 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through weight training. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your doctor. Participants and their legal guardians assume all responsibility and risk associated with any participation in any exercise program or related activities. Please check the syllabus for required resources. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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HISTORY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE Government American (U.S.) Government and Citizenship GOVT 041 Description: This course covers the fundamentals of government and citizenship and focuses on the major ideas, protections, privileges, structures, and economic systems that affect the life of a citizen in the United States political system. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Applied American (U.S.) Government and Citizenship GOVT 043 Description: This course examines American government, including the Constitution, Bill of Rights, Founding Fathers, the American presidency, legislative and judicial branches, the American Dream and free enterprise, freedom of the press, national and local security, immigration, and citizenship. It also provides application activities in each area. Prerequisite: American (U.S.) Government and Citizenship (GOVT 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Honors American (U.S.) Government and Citizenship GOVT 051 Description: This honors course covers the fundamentals of government and citizenship and focuses on the major ideas, protections, privileges, structures, and economic systems that affect the life of a citizen in the United States political system. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
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History United States History to 1850 HIST 041 Description: This course is the fascinating story of people, events, and ideas that shaped the early United States and why these concepts matter now. This is the first course in a two-part United States History series (HIST 041 and HIST 043). Also available as a teacher-led course (see below). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
United States History to 1877 HIST 041 Description: This is a general survey of United States history from 1492 to 1877; it guides students through the colonization of the Americas, the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War, the westward expansion, and the Civil War. This is the first course in a two-part United States History series (HIST 041 and HIST 043). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
United States History from 1851 HIST 043 Description: This survey course emphasizes the growth and development of the United States from 1851 to the present. During the course, students will make personal connections with specific events and individuals in U.S. history while developing an understanding of democratic values. Each lesson includes an instructor-graded portfolio activity, which should be submitted together as a whole before requesting the final. This is the second course in a two-part United States History series (HIST 041 and HIST 043). Also available as a teacher-led course (see below). Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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United States History from 1877 HIST 043 Description: This is a general survey of United States history from 1877 to the present; it guides students through the industrialization, World Wars I and II, the civil rights movement, and more. This is the second course in a two-part United States History series (HIST 041 and HIST 043). Prerequisite: HIST 041 or an equivalent course for the first half of United States History Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Northwest History HIST 051 Description: The history of the northwestern United States is shaped by an understanding of geography (the physical features and processes of the area), the people who have inhabited the area (the Native Americans, explorers, traders, and missionaries), and the events (exploration, immigration, wars, treaties, railroads, and the emergence of the United States). The twentieth century continued to shape the Northwest through growth of industry, immigration, and statehood. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Northwest History—WA State HIST 052 Description: The history of the northwestern United States is shaped by an understanding of geography (the physical features and processes of the area), the people who have inhabited the area (the Native Americans, explorers, traders, and missionaries), and the events (exploration, immigration, wars, treaties, railroads, and the emergence of the United States). The twentieth century continued to shape the
Northwest through growth of industry, immigration, and statehood. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Alaskan History HIST 053 Description: This course encourages students to think about the history and continuing challenges unique to Alaska. The lessons present Alaskan geography, indigenous history, exploration, colonization, and contemporary issues. Questions within the lesson are designed to promote critical thinking and skills acquisition. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
History of the American West HIST 057 Description: This course covers the role of the West in the development of the United States. The discussion begins with exploration and colonization; moves to Texas and Oregon, the mining frontier, the cowboy, the farming frontier, and the impact of the military; and concludes with the continuing challenges of the American West. The course also explores the geography and the people that live there. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
World History, Part 1 HIST 061 Description: World History, Part 1, will help students seeking a wide knowledge of and experience with history from all over the world. Specifically, students will be enabled to relate moral and ethical principles in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy and major world religions to the development of Western political ideals. Additionally, students will study and analyze major revolutions,
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both armed and industrial, throughout the globe and several centuries. Furthermore, students will analyze and discuss causes of major wars, colonialism and nation-building, the world economy and its development, and technical and communication innovations. Armed with these skills and knowledge, students will practice asking critical questions about historical sources, cause and effect, and contrasting philosophical ideas. Through exposure to primary sources, students will gain an appreciation for historical evidence and credibility. This course is part one in a two-part series, with World History, Part 2 covering more ground and skills. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
World History, Part 2 HIST 063 Description: This course focuses on the origins, battles, and results of World War I and World War II. Students will study the rise of totalitarian states and the political environment in which they emerged. In addition, this course includes an in-depth study of the modern global situation, and the independence many former colonies now enjoy. Finally, students will examine the economical state of countries throughout the world and discuss why some have thrived and others have suffered. This is the second course in a two-part World History series (HIST 061 and 063); however, either course may be taken independently of the other. Note: Students will need access to a microphone, speakers (or headphones), and a computer with high-speed internet access. This course performs best in Mozilla Firefox. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credit: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Character of America: Documents and Symbols USA 041 Description: This course discusses some of the documents and symbols that contribute to the character of America, including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the flag, and national monuments. Lessons include instructor-graded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole before requesting the final exam. This is the first course in a two-part Character of America series (USA 041 and USA 043); however, either course may be taken independently of the other. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Character of America: The People USA 043 Description: This course discusses some of the people who have contributed or are still contributing to the character of America, including the presidents and the Founding Fathers, as well as national and local security. Lessons include instructorgraded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole before requesting the final exam. This is the second course in a two-part Character of America series (USA 041 and USA 043); however, either course may be taken independently of the other. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
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Social Science Economics ECON 041 Description: This course focuses on the study of economic problems and the methods by which societies solve them. It examines the characteristics of the market economy of the United States and its function in the world. It also helps students develop opinions based on economic principles and provides opportunities to share those opinions with their peers as they discuss current events. Note: This course contains activities in which students will discuss current events related to the economy. Prerequisite: World Geography (GEOG 041) or equivalent (recommended) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
World Geography GEOG 041 Description: This course takes students on a tour of the world and explores all of the world’s continents. Each of the elements of the eighteen National Geography Standards outlined by the National Council for Geographic Education is taught. While examining the physical and human forces that shape our world, students will use geography tools—including maps and graphs—to analyze the ways resources are used and investigate advancements in technology that affect the way we live. Students are motivated by providing solutions to world issues related to geography and are also encouraged to apply what they have learned beyond this world geography course. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Current Events SOCSC 041 Description: This course investigates what is happening in the world today, including significant events, behindthe-scenes causes, who’s who, and future trends. It teaches students how to effectively gather accurate information by studying primary sources. Note: Students need to have access to resources such as current magazines, television broadcasts, or newspaper articles. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Sociology SOCSC 051 Description: This course is a study of the way groups act and think as a result of socialization. It also focuses on students’ roles in society and how they can personally make a difference. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Psychology SOCSC 055 Description: This course explores the basic theories and principles of psychology. It guides students to a better understanding of the self. Students will also study consciousness and adolescent development, as well as traditional topics such as behaviorism, personality, learning, and social psychology. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
MATHEMATICS Integrated Secondary Mathematics 1, Part 1 MATH 051 Description: This integrated math course is a study of the properties of sets of real numbers, linear equations and graphs, linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, segments and angles, mathematical reasoning, parallel lines, and sequences and series. This is the first course in a six-part High School Integrated Math series (MATH 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, and 056). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra, Part 2 (ALG 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Secondary Mathematics 1, Part 2 MATH 052 Description: This integrated math course is a study of the properties of linear relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities, triangles, similarity, coordinate geometry, exponents and powers, and quadratic functions. This is the second course in a six-part High School Integrated Math series (MATH 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, and 056). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Secondary Mathematics 1, Part 1 (MATH 051) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Secondary Mathematics 2, Part 1 MATH 053 Description: This integrated math course is a study of the properties of linear relations and functions, exponents and powers, triangles, polygons, quadrilaterals, similarity, radical expressions, quadratic
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functions and equations, and perimeter and area. This is the third course in a sixpart High School Integrated Math series (MATH 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, and 056). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Secondary Mathematics 1, Part 2 (MATH 052) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Secondary Mathematics 2, Part 2 MATH 054 Description: This integrated math course is a study of the properties of quadratic equations, polynomial functions, right triangle trigonometry, circles, conics, probability and statistics, and geometric solids. This is the fourth course in a sixpart High School Integrated Math series (MATH 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, and 056). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Secondary Mathematics 2, Part 1 (MATH 053) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Secondary Mathematics 3, Part 1 MATH 055 Description: This integrated math course is a study of the properties of inequalities, problems solved using algebraic and geometric concepts, radical expressions and simple radical equations, equations and inequalities, linear relations and functions, polynomial functions, rational functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and matrices. This is the fifth course in a six-part High School Integrated Math series (MATH 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, and 056). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Secondary Mathematics 2, Part 2 (MATH 054) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
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Secondary Mathematics 3, Part 2 MATH 056 Description: This integrated math course is a study of coordinate geometry, geometric solids, conics, polynomial functions, rational polynomial expressions, quadratic equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series, probability and statistics, and trigonometric functions. This is the sixth course in a sixpart High School Integrated Math series (MATH 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, and 056). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Secondary Mathematics 3, Part 1 (MATH 055) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Traditional Pre-Algebra, Part 1 ALG 041 Description: In this course, students will learn how to work with fundamental mathematical functions with integers, fractions, and decimals; use the order of operations to evaluate variable expressions; solve variable equations using transformations; translate word sentences into mathematical equations; and solve word problems. This is the first course in a two-part PreAlgebra series (ALG 041 and ALG 043). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Pre-Algebra, Part 2 ALG 043 Description: This course includes using ratios, rates, and proportions to solve problems; changing fractions, percents, and decimals; and solving problems involving percentages such as discounts, markups, commissions, profit, simple and compound interest, and so forth. This is the second course in a two-part Pre-Algebra series (ALG 041 and ALG 043).
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Algebra 1, Part 1 ALG 051 Description: This course is a study of the properties of sets of real numbers, linear equations, linear functions, and inequalities. Its lessons teach students how to solve problems using algebra, geometry, radical expressions, and equations, as well as graphing, algebraic equations, and systems of equations and inequalities. This is the first course in a two-part Algebra 1 series (ALG 051 and ALG 053). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra, Part 2 (ALG 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Algebra 1, Part 2 ALG 053 Description: This course is a study of linear relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities, exponents and powers, rational functions, quadratic functions, polynomial functions other than quadratics, and sequences and series. This is the second course in a two-part Algebra 1 series (ALG 051 and ALG 053). This course also encompasses the Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Part 1 (ALG 051) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
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Algebra 2, Part 1 ALG 055 Description: This course is a study of equations and inequalities, linear relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, polynomials, radical expressions, and quadratic equations. This is the first course in a two-part Algebra 2 series (ALG 055 and ALG 057). This course also encompasses the Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Part 2 (ALG 053) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Algebra 2, Part 2 ALG 057 Description: This course is a study of conics, polynomial functions, rational functions, rational polynomial expressions, exponential and logarithmic functions, sequences and series, probability and statistics, and trigonometric functions. This is the second course in a two-part Algebra 2 series (ALG 055 and ALG 057). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Algebra 2, Part 1 (ALG 055) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Business and Consumer Math, Part 1 BMATH 041 Description: In this course, students will learn practical applications of mathematical skills such as buying a car, home, and insurance; budgeting; bank services; and savings and investing. This is the first course in a two-part Business and Consumer Math series (BMATH 041 and BMATH 043). Note: This course may be counted for credit in either business or math, but not both. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Business and Consumer Math, Part 2 BMATH 043 Description: This course includes taxes, math in the workplace, statistics, probability, measurement, manufacturing, insurance, and supplying services. This is the second course in a two-part Business and Consumer Math series (BMATH 041 and BMATH 043). Note: This course may be counted for credit in either business or math, but not both. Prerequisite: Business and Consumer Math, Part 1 (BMATH 041) or equivalent and Pre-Algebra, Part 2 (ALG 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Geometry, Part 1 GEOM 041 Description: This course is a study of segments and angles, mathematical reasoning, parallel lines, triangles, polygons, quadrilaterals, and similarity. This is the first course in a two-part Geometry series (GEOM 041 and GEOM 043). This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards. Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Part 2 (ALG 053) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Geometry, Part 2 GEOM 043 Description: This course is a study of perimeter and area, right triangle trigonometry, properties of circles, calculations for circles, coordinate geometry, geometric solids, and probability and statistics. This is the second course in a two-part Geometry series (GEOM 041 and GEOM 043). This course also encompasses Common Core content. Prerequisite: Geometry, Part 1 (GEOM 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Starting at $170
Precalculus, Part 1 PRECALC 041 Description: This course covers using mathematical functions to solve realworld problems. The course reviews basic functions operations, composition of functions, and inverse functions before moving into function transformations and polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. This is the first course in a two-part precalculus series (PRECALC 041 and PRECALC 043). Note: Students must have access to a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Algebra 2, Part 2 (ALG 057) and Geometry, Part 2 (GEOM 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Precalculus, Part 2 PRECALC 043 Description: This course uses mathematical functions to solve real-world problems. The course discusses trigonometric identities and the law of sines and cosines. Other primary topics include vectors, polar functions, parametric equations, conic sections, matrices and solving systems of linear equations, and combinatorics and probability. This is the second course in a twopart precalculus series (PRECALC 041 and PRECALC 043). Note: Students must have access to a graphing calculator. Prerequisite: Precalculus, Part 1 (PRECALC 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Trigonometry TRIG 041 Description: This course focuses on trigonometric principles as an extension of algebraic and geometrical concepts. Students will study angles, arcs, the unit circle, right triangle trigonometry, the six trig functions, inverse functions, fundamental trig identities, verifying trig identities, solving trig equations, the law of sines, the law of cosines, vectors, complex numbers, and polar coordinates. Note: Students must have access to a scientific calculator. Prerequisite: Algebra 2 (ALG 055 and ALG 057), Geometry (GEOM 041 and GEOM 043), or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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MUSIC Introduction to Music MUSIC 041 Description: This comprehensive introduction to music begins with basic musicianship and evolves into music history, covering genres from the Medieval period through current Western popular music. Musical theatre and art music from India and Bali will also be addressed. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Guitar Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 043 Description: This course is an introduction to the guitar, guitar technique, the music played on the guitar, and some important icons in guitar performance. It is an entryway to an awesome world of playing the guitar in many styles. By taking this course, you are preparing yourself for a lifetime of making music for your own and others’ enjoyment. Learning how to play the guitar will also give you an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier to pick up and learn other such instruments (ukulele, bass, mandolin, and banjo) if you choose to do so. Note: Must have access to a playable guitar, guitar pick, tuner, and metronome; a way to make a video recording of yourself playing the guitar; and a webcam for appointments with the instructor. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Guitar Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 044 Description: This course builds on note reading, strumming, playing chords, learning songs, and other skills introduced in Guitar Basics, Part 1. In Guitar Basics, Part 2 you will increase your chord knowledge and ability, gain more experience in reading notation, and learn different
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styles of music on the guitar, including fingerpicking and blues. There are a lot of things to learn in this course, so we encourage you to take your time and practice consistently. As you do this, you will steadily increase in ability and find more satisfaction from playing the guitar, and by the end of the course you will be a strong guitar player, ready to tackle a wide variety of songs and styles of music. Note: Must have access to a playable guitar, guitar pick, tuner, and metronome; a way to make a video recording of yourself playing the guitar; and a webcam for appointments with the instructor. Prerequisite: Guitar Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 043, recommended); playing experience Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Ukulele Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 045 Description: This beginning ukulele course introduces students to the ukulele, a fun, portable, and affordable instrument popular since its creation in the nineteenth century. In addition to being enjoyable, learning how to play the ukulele provides an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier to learn other instruments such as guitar, bass, mandolin, and banjo. Note: Must have daily access to a playable ukulele, a way to make a video recording of yourself playing a ukulele, and a webcam for appointments with the instructor. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Ukulele Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 046 Description: In this course, you will significantly expand your understanding of the ukulele and music in general. The course is designed as a modular exploration of multiple musical keys through playing the ukulele. As you progress through the course, you will also learn about different musical intervals. Beginning with the smallest (2nds) and ending with the largest (7ths), you will learn how to both play these intervals and identify them by ear. Several units also feature a history or listening segment, giving you the opportunity to increase your understanding of music history. Note: Must have daily access to a playable ukulele, a way to make a video recording of yourself playing a ukulele, and a webcam for appointments with the instructor. Prerequisite: Ukulele Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 045) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Bass Guitar Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 047 Description: This beginning course introduces students to the bass guitar, often considered the backbone of a great band. In addition to being enjoyable, learning to play the bass will give you an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier for you to learn other instruments such as guitar, ukulele, mandolin, and banjo. Note: Must have access to a playable bass guitar, bass guitar strap, guitar pick, tuner, amplifier, and instrument cable (see course); a way to make a video of yourself playing the guitar; and a webcam for appointments with the instructor. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Drums Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 053 Description: This course is designed for the beginning drummer and focuses on creating a solid drumming foundation. Throughout the course, you’ll study the fundamentals of playing the drum set. Unit topics include developing proper technique, learning to read music for the drum set, and learning to play essential groove and fill ideas. Note: Must have access to drum sticks, a full drum set (floor tom, rack tom[s], snare drum, bass drum and pedal, ride cymbal, crash cymbal, hi-hat cymbal), and drum throne; a way to make a digital video recording of yourself playing the guitar; and a webcam for appointments with the instructor. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Drums Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 054 Description: In this second course of Drums Basics, we focus and expand on groove drumming. We explore adding more texture and substance to grooves by using open and closed hi-hat techniques (hi-hat “barking”) and incorporating the bell of the ride cymbal for accented patterns that will take your grooves to the next level. We also dedicate lessons to sixteenth-note-based grooves, focusing on new and exciting sixteenth-note bass drum patterns as well as techniques for playing up-tempo sixteenth-note grooves using alternating hand patterns. Note: Must have access to drum sticks, a full drum set (floor tom, rack tom[s], snare drum, bass drum and pedal, ride cymbal, crash cymbal, hi-hat cymbal), and drum throne; a way to make a digital video recording of yourself playing the guitar; and a webcam for appointments with the instructor.
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Prerequisite: Drums Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 053) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Voice Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 055 Description: Singing is a truly unique, exciting, and rewarding form of selfexpression. In Voice Basics 1, you will develop your own vocal technique, musical interests, and self-awareness throughout the semester. This course has been designed to engage your personal interests and strengths while providing a solid foundational knowledge of singing technique. You will study anatomy and mechanics, music theory, and artistic interpretation, all with the goal of making you a better, more insightful singer and artist. Note: You must be able to make a digital video recording of yourself singing, and you will need a webcam for appointments with the instructor. See the syllabus for required books. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Voice Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 056 Description: This course is designed to further the understanding of vocal technique you established in Voice Basics, Part 1. This semester the focus will be on personal interpretation, performance preparation, and the skills necessary for collaborating with other musicians. This will build upon your experiences and insights with singing, using vocal technique, music theory, music history, and various methods to make you a stronger artist and performer. You will also investigate the technology that has shaped how people sing today, and you will learn to use that technology to your advantage.
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Note: You must be able to make a digital video recording of yourself singing, and you will need a webcam for appointments with the instructor. See the syllabus for required books. Prerequisite: Voice Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 055) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Beginning Piano PIANO 041 Description: Gain a solid foundation in basic two-hand piano skills. Learn music theory, including how to read notes, rhythms, and musical symbols on a staff. After finishing this course, students should be able to teach themselves to play the beginning music they find at the music store. Note: Please check the syllabus for required materials. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
SCIENCE Biology, Part 1 BIOL 041 Description: After learning about the scientific method, students will study life at its most basic level, the cell. Students will then use the cell as a foundation for understanding how life evolves, including a detailed discussion of DNA, genetics, and evolution. Each lesson in this course includes an interview with a professional in a career related to biology. Two thousand years ago, most people agreed that life, death, sickness, and health were the result of fickle gods. Today we know a little more about the principles behind life and seek to learn more through the study of biology. This is the first course in a two-part Biology series (BIOL 041 and BIOL 043). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Biology, Part 2 BIOL 043 Description: In this course, students will continue studying life but with a progressively wider lens by discovering the variety of life that has evolved, determining how to categorize different living things, and comparing how these living things interact with their environment. This is the second course in a two-part Biology series (BIOL 041 and BIOL 043). Prerequisite: Biology, Part 1 (BIOL 041) or or equivalent (recommended) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Human Anatomy BIOL 049 Description: The question “How does the human body do what it does?” is answered in Human Anatomy through an in-depth study of systems in the human
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Chemistry, Part 1 CHEM 041 Description: This introductory chemistry course includes topics such as matter and energy, the atomic theory, electron clouds and probability, the periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical formulas, and balancing equations. This course has few mathematical computations and includes several virtual lab demonstrations. This is the first half of a two-part General Chemistry series (CHEM 041 and CHEM 043). Note: Students will need a scientific calculator. Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Part 2 (ALG 053) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Chemistry, Part 2 CHEM 043 Description: This course is a continuation of introductory chemistry and includes topics such as moles, states of matter, behaviors of gases, solutions, reaction rates, chemical equilibriums, solubility, acids and bases, oxidation-reduction reactions, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. This course has few mathematical computations and includes several virtual lab demonstrations. This is the second half of a two-part General Chemistry series (CHEM 041 and CHEM 043). Note: Students will need a scientific calculator. Prerequisite: Chemistry, Part 1 (CHEM 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Honors Chemistry, Part 1 CHEM 061 Description: This honors-level course covers principles of chemistry, including atomic theory and chemical bonding, the periodic table, unit conversions, chemical formulas, the mole concept, and stoichiometry. It includes extensive use of algebraic concepts throughout each lesson. This course is taught by an award-winning chemistry teacher and includes use of the Virtual ChemLab software. This is the first course in a two-part Honors Chemistry series (CHEM 061 and CHEM 063). Note: Students will need a scientific calculator. Prerequisite: Algebra 1, Part 2 (ALG 053) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $182
Honors Chemistry, Part 2 CHEM 063 Description: The topics in this honorslevel chemistry course include kinetic theory, gas laws, solutions, chemical kinetics and equilibrium, acid–base reactions, precipitation reactions, oxidation-reduction reactions, and electrochemistry. Honors Chemistry, Part 2, continues the study of the principles of chemistry and builds on the concepts taught in Honors Chemistry, Part 1 (CHEM 061). Note: Students will need a scientific calculator. Prerequisite: Honors Chemistry, Part 1 (CHEM 061) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $182
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Earth Science, Part 1 EARTH 041 Description: Earth Science 041 is the study of the very ground beneath your feet and what’s below that—all the way to the core. Your exploration of the Earth begins with the formation of the universe and how our glorious blue rock became the home we have today. You will dive into the nature of the stars and how they form the building blocks of our planet. From there you’ll journey through the development of our Earth and see how past events can help us understand our present. The forces that made the earth impact our lives on a daily basis. This course is the first in a two-part series (EARTH 041 and EARTH 043). Prerequisite: Pre-algebra skills may be helpful Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Earth Science, Part 2 EARTH 043 Description: Now that you know about the world you call home, EARTH 043 is your introduction into how we take care of it. This course takes a look at the resources that populate the spheres (biosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and cryosphere). It looks at how we use those resources, renew them, deplete them, and waste them. EARTH 043 covers topics that help you be a good citizen of the Earth. This course is the second in a two-part series (EARTH 041 and EARTH 043). Prerequisite: Earth Science, Part 1 (EARTH 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Astronomy EARTH 051 Description: In this nonmathematical look at astronomy, students will learn what people have traditionally thought about space and how scientists currently study it. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Meteorology EARTH 055 Description: In Meteorology, students will learn how severe weather conditions like hurricanes, tornadoes, and thunderstorms develop. In this nonmathematical look at meteorology, students will also learn why the earth has seasons and how water in the atmosphere affects weather. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Environmental Science ENVRN 041 Description: Students in Environmental Science will learn about the fundamentals of ecology: rocks, minerals, and soil; biomes; surface water and oceans; and earth and energy resources and human impact on these resources. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Physics, Part 1 PHSCS 041 Description: This physics course is a mathematical treatment of motion and inertia, Newton’s laws, momentum and energy, circular motion and gravitation, gravitational interactions and satellites, and so forth. This course includes instructions for lab activities that can be completed with commonly available equipment. This is the first course in a two-part Physics series (PHSCS 041 and PHSCS 043).
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Physics, Part 2 PHSCS 043 Description: This physics course is a mathematical treatment of change of state, thermodynamics, wave and sound, light and color, lenses, electric charges and fields, current and circuits, satellites, magnetism, nuclear reaction, and so forth. It includes instructions for lab activities that can be completed with commonly available equipment. This is the second course in a two-part Physics series (PHSCS 041 and PHSCS 043). Note: Students will need a scientific calculator capable of computing trigonometric functions. Prerequisite: Physics, Part 1 (PHSCS 041) and Pre-Algebra, Part 1 (ALG 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Physical Science PHYS 041 Description: In this introductory course, students will learn to apply basic concepts of physical science in exploring, experimenting with, and solving problems. Note: Students will need a scientific calculator. Prerequisite: Basic algebra skills Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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WORLD LANGUAGES First-Year ASL, Part 1 ASL 041 Description: In this American Sign Language course, students are taught the basics of language, simple conversations, and topics such as numbers, feelings, yes and no questions, facial expressions, cultural aspects, and more. This course features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one signing appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There is a strong emphasis on learning to sign more fluently. This is the first course in a four-part ASL series (ASL 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All signing appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a webcam. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year ASL, Part 2 ASL 043 Description: Students learn how to create ASL sentence structures that can be used to form conversational sentences. They also learn over 200 new signs and cultural insights into the Deaf community. This course features interactive elements: live weekly review activities, live one-on-one signing appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. This is the second course in a four-part ASL series (ASL 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of American Sign Language, Part 1 (ASL 041). Note: All signing appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a webcam. Prerequisite: First-Year ASL, Part 1 (ASL 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Second-Year ASL, Part 1 ASL 051 Description: This American Sign Language course introduces over 200 new signs, with dialogues in each unit dealing with the motivation for learning ASL, occupations, ordering food in a restaurant, and shopping. The course illustrates more ways in which a variety of ASL sentence structures can be used to form conversational sentences. It also includes cultural insights into the lives of people in the Deaf community, including topics such as the different meanings of ASL signs, facial expressions, and body movement. This course features interactive elements: live one-on-one signing appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There is a strong emphasis on learning to sign more fluently. This is the third course in a four-part ASL series (ASL 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All signing appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a webcam. Prerequisite: First-Year ASL, Part 2 (ASL 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year ASL, Part 2 ASL 053 Description: This American Sign Language course introduces over 200 new signs, with topics including conversations that take place around the house and school, discussions about the weather and sports, and linguistic features such as classifiers. Further Deaf cultural insights are presented in each unit, including various uses of the directional verb-signs and the importance of eye movement. This course features interactive elements: live one-on-one signing appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There is a strong emphasis on learning to sign more fluently. This is the fourth course in a four-part ASL series (ASL 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All signing appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a webcam. Prerequisite: Second-Year ASL, Part 1 (ASL 051) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Chinese, Part 1 CHIN 041 Description: This fundamental introduction to Mandarin Chinese focuses on pinyin and character background, pronunciation, grammar, tones, and Simplified Chinese characters. This course makes use of a Conversation Café to practice speaking with other students, teaching assistants, and the instructor. This is the first course in a four-part Chinese series (CHIN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: This course is not supported on Chromebooks. All students will gain access (at no cost) to the online textbook as well as MyChineseLab (the online interactive workbook associated with the textbook) in the first checkpoint/course orientation. All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Exams are only available in a paper format; please plan for shipping time. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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CHIN 043 Description: This fundamental introduction to Mandarin Chinese focuses on pinyin and character review, pronunciation, grammar, tones, and Simplified Chinese characters. Students gain cultural understanding as well as improve their writing and speaking abilities. This course makes use of a Conversation Café to practice speaking with other students, teaching assistants, and the instructor. Live instructor-led lesson broadcasts are also available. This is the second course in a four-part Chinese series (CHIN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Chinese, Part 1 (CHIN 041). Note: This course is not supported on Chromebooks. All students will gain access (at no cost) to the online textbook as well as MyChineseLab (the online interactive workbook associated with the textbook) in the first checkpoint/course orientation. All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Access to a printer and scanner or digital camera is also necessary for written assignments. Exams are only available in a paper format; please plan for shipping time. Prerequisite: First-Year Chinese, Part 1 (CHIN 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year Chinese, Part 1 CHIN 051 Description: Students continue learning Mandarin Chinese by focusing on pinyin and character review, pronunciation, grammar, tones, and Simplified Chinese characters. Students gain enhanced cultural understanding and language mastery. Beyond traditional course material, this course makes use of a Conversation Café that gives students the opportunity to speak with other students, teaching assistants, and the instructor to practice what they are learning. Note: This course uses Chinese Link, Level 1 Part 2, Simplified Character Version and MyChineseLab (the online interactive workbook associated with the textbook). Prerequisite: First-Year Chinese, Part 2 (CHIN 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year Chinese, Part 2 CHIN 053 Description: Students continue developing their skills in Mandarin Chinese through listening, speaking, reading, and writing; this course focuses on advanced development and use of pronunciation, grammar, tones, Simplified Chinese characters, and cultural understanding. This course has a Conversation Café that allows students to speak with each other and with native or fluent language mentors as they put learned material into practice. Note: This course uses Chinese Link, Level 1 Part 2, Simplified Character Version and MyChineseLab (the online interactive workbook associated with the textbook). Exams are only available in a paper format; please plan for shipping time.
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First-Year French, Part 1 FREN 041 Description: Students will work toward proficiency at a Novice-Low ACTFL level in the following topics: greeting others, introducing themselves, saying the alphabet, answering basic questions, telling time, and talking about destinations and where they are going. Additionally, they will be able to briefly talk about friends, family, pets, home, important dates, seasons, toys, games, food, and colors. This course features interactive elements: live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There is a strong emphasis on learning to speak the language, as well as read and write it. Additionally, there is an emphasis on gaining cultural understanding. This is the first course in a four-part French series (FREN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Access to a cell phone is recommended for some assignments. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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First-Year French, Part 2 FREN 043 Description: Students learn basic conversation skills for inside a post office, in a pharmacy, and at a French dinner table. Several French-speaking regions are also highlighted. This course features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are specific emphases on speaking and comprehension as well as reading and writing. This is the second course in a four-part French series (FREN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year French, Part 1 (FREN 041). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: First-Year French, Part 1 (FREN 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Second-Year French, Part 1 FREN 051 Description: Students will continue to learn to communicate in French; reading, writing, speaking, and culture will be stressed. This course features interactive elements: live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructorhosted wiki. There is strong emphasis on learning to speak the language, as well as read and write it. This is the third course in a four-part French series (FREN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: First-Year French, Part 2 (FREN 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year French, Part 2 FREN 053 Description: Students will review and enlarge their vocabularies; study holidays, professions, history, and literature; and practice grammar and writing. This course features interactive elements: live one-onone speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There is specific emphasis on speaking and comprehension, as well as reading and writing. This is the fourth course in a four-part French series (FREN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of Second-Year French, Part 1 (FREN 051). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: Second-Year French, Part 1 (FREN 051) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year German, Part 1 GERM 041 Description: Students learn conversation patterns and basic grammar, read and write about familiar topics, and gain an overview of German geography, history, and lifestyle. This course features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are specific emphases on speaking and comprehension as well as reading and writing. This is the first course in a four-part German series (GERM 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year German, Part 2 GERM 043 Description: Students review basic German as well as learn more vocabulary and grammatical principles through German Märchen (fairy tales). Students hear, read, speak, and write basic German in a context that is cheery rather than Grimm. This course features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are specific emphases on speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing. This is the second course in a fourpart German series (GERM 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year German, Part 1 (GERM 041). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones.
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Second-Year German, Part 1 GERM 051 Description: Students will expand their vocabularies and study more advanced grammatical structures that will lead to effective handling of social situations. Students will continue to gain familiarity with German life and customs. This course features interactive elements: live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There is strong emphasis on learning to speak the language as well as read and write it. This is the third course in a four-part German series (GERM 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: First-Year German, Part 2 (GERM 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Second-Year German, Part 2 GERM 053 Description: This course offers students the opportunity to continue to develop their emerging German fluency and to improve their mastery of important German structures and vocabulary. As they work their way through the course, students will explore many topics and practice reflexive verbs, relative pronouns, the perfect and preterit tenses, and case endings. This course also features interactive elements: live one-on-one speaking appointments and an instructorhosted wiki. There is specific emphasis on speaking and comprehension, as well as reading and writing. This is the fourth course in a four-part German series (GERM 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of Second-Year German, Part 1 (GERM 051). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: Second-Year German, Part 1 (GERM 051) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Japanese, Part 1 JAPAN 041 Description: This course is an introduction to Japanese language, culture, history, and vocabulary; it includes a strong emphasis on learning to speak, write, and read Japanese. Interactive elements include live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live oneon-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructorhosted wiki. This is the first course in a four-part Japanese series (JAPAN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired
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First-Year Japanese, Part 2 JAPAN 043 Description: This course concentrates on building vocabulary and grammar for conversation and listening comprehension. It increases translation skills for writing using hiragana and expands reading comprehension through the use of ministories as well as variations on traditional fairy tales. This course also takes a look into the connection between culture and history. Interactive elements include live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. This is the second course in a four-part Japanese series (JAPAN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of FirstYear Japanese, Part 1 (JAPAN 041). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. A printer and scanner or digital camera are needed to complete required written assignments. Prerequisite: First-Year Japanese, Part 1 (JAPAN 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year Japanese, Part 1 JAPAN 051 Description: This course enables students to obtain a greater oral proficiency while increasing their ability to read and write katakana words. Special attention is given to identifying and conjugating verb tenses and situational vocabulary. This course also features interactive elements: live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructorhosted wiki. There is strong emphasis on speaking, as well as reading and writing, in this course. This is the third course in a four-part Japanese series (JAPAN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: First-Year Japanese, Part 2 (JAPAN 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year Japanese, Part 2 JAPAN 053 Description: This course helps students develop and expand their knowledge base in Japanese by covering aspects of daily life, Japanese culture, and more advanced vocabulary and grammar concepts. Students will discover an increased ability to communicate as their vocabulary and grammar knowledge increase. This course also features interactive elements: live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. This is the fourth course in a four-part Japanese series (JAPAN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of SecondYear Japanese, Part 1 (JAPAN 051). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a
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First-Year Korean, Part 1 KOREA 041 Description: This introductory Korean course familiarizes students with Hangul (the phonetic system), basic grammar, foundational vocabulary, discourse, reading, and culture. Also, this beginning course helps students build basic language skills—speaking, hearing, reading, and writing—and broaden their understanding of Korean culture and communicate simple ideas in Korean. This course features the Conversation Café, a live virtual classroom where students practice their language skills and participate in one-on-one speaking appointments. This is the first course in a four-part Korean series (KOREA 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Access to a printer and scanner or digital camera is also necessary for written assignments. This course cannot be completed in fewer than two months. Exams are only available in a paper format; please plan for shipping time. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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First-Year Korean, Part 2 KOREA 043 Description: In this continuation of firstyear Korean, students continue to learn Hangul (the phonetic system), basic grammar, foundational vocabulary, discourse, reading, and culture. They build basic language skills—speaking, hearing, reading, and writing—and broaden their understanding of Korean culture. By the end of the course, they can talk about shopping, a typical day, weekend activities, and the culture and lifestyle of Seoul, Korea. This course features the Conversation Café, a live virtual classroom where students may practice their language skills and engage in one-on-one speaking appointments. This is the second course in a two-part Korean series (KOREA 041 and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Korean, Part 1 (KOREA 041). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Access to a printer and scanner or digital camera is also necessary for written assignments. This course cannot be completed in fewer than two months. Exams are only available in a paper format; please plan for shipping time. Prerequisite: First-Year Korean, Part 1 (KOREA 041) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Second-Year Korean, Part 1 KOREA 051 Description: This course will enable students to build basic language skills (speaking, hearing, reading, and writing), broaden their understanding of Korean culture, and increase their ability to communicate simple ideas in the Korean language. By the end of the course, students will be able to talk about parties, family relationships, living in a dormitory, conversations with professors, and conversations on the telephone. Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Access to a printer and scanner or digital camera is also necessary for written assignments. Exams are only available in a paper format; please plan for shipping time. Prerequisite: First-Year Korean, Part 2 (KOREA 043) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year Korean, Part 2 KOREA 053 Description: This course will enable students to build basic language skills (speaking, hearing, reading, and writing), broaden their understanding of Korean culture, and increase their ability to communicate simple ideas in the Korean language. By the end of the course, students will be able to converse at airports, shops, or restaurants. They will also be able to talk about hobbies. Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Access to a printer and scanner or digital camera is also necessary for written assignments.
Prerequisite: Second-Year Korean, Part 1 (KOREA 051) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Latin, Part 1 LATIN 041 Description: First-Year Latin, Part 1 teaches basic grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and reading skills as well as Latin influences on the English language. It also includes translations that focus on the mythology, culture, and history of Rome. This is the first course in a fourpart Latin series (LATIN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
First-Year Latin, Part 2 LATIN 043 Description: In this course, students will learn III, III-io, and IV conjugations; third declension and relative pronouns; and Latin vocabulary. Through translation, they will learn the stories of Aeneas and Odysseus (Ulysses). These stories are taken from Virgil’s Aeneid and Homer’s Odyssey. The study of Latin will also improve English vocabulary. This is the second course in a four-part Latin series (LATIN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Latin, Part 1 (LATIN 041). Prerequisite: First-Year Latin, Part 1 (LATIN 041) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Second-Year Latin, Part 1 LATIN 051 Description: As students continue to expand their Latin vocabulary, they will learn to use the fourth and fifth declensions, compare adjectives and adverbs, and apply infinitives. They will also receive an introduction to the subjunctive mood. Through translation, students will learn about the Roman gods and the legendary and real heroes of the Roman Empire. The study of Latin will also improve English vocabulary. This is the third course in a four-part Latin series (LATIN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Latin, Part 2 (LATIN 043). Prerequisite: First-Year Latin, Part 2 (LATIN 043) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Second-Year Latin, Part 2 LATIN 053 Description: As students continue to expand their Latin vocabulary, they will study the subjunctive verb, irregular verbs, gerunds and gerundives, and the many uses of the ablative and dative cases. The study of Latin will also improve English vocabulary. Through translation, students will travel with two fictional young Roman boys to Greece. This course also allows students to explore Roman history. When they complete this course, students should be ready to begin studying the writings of ancient Romans. This is the fourth course in a four-part Latin series (LATIN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of Second-Year Latin, Part 1 (LATIN 051). Prerequisite: Second-Year Latin, Part 1 (LATIN 051) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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First-Year Russian, Part 1 RUSS 041 Description: In this introduction to Russian language, culture, and history, students will develop basic skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. They will be introduced to basic grammar concepts, vocabulary, and cultural highlights. Interactive elements include live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are strong emphases on learning to speak the language as well as read and write it. This is the first course in a four-part Russian series (RUSS 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Russian, Part 2 RUSS 043 Description: Students will expand their vocabulary, continue mastering grammar, and improve their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Students will also extend their knowledge of Russian culture. This course also features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are strong emphases on learning to speak the language as well as read and write it. This is the second course in a four-part Russian series (RUSS 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Russian, Part 1 (RUSS 041). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired
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if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: First-Year Russian, Part 1 (RUSS 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year Russian, Part 1 RUSS 051 Description: This course will help students become conversational in the most common topics—expressing opinions, going places, transportation, discussing sports, and describing location. In this course, students will be introduced to the dative case, which can be used to ask permission. Students will also begin using the instrumental case; this will enable them to talk about doing activities with others or going places with people. Other topics include telling time, using the word “whose,” and a review of the nominative, accusative, and genitive cases. There are also cultural highlights through which students will learn more about Russia and the Russian people. This is the third course in a four-part Russian series (RUSS 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: First-Year Russian, Part 2 (RUSS 043) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year Russian, Part 2 RUSS 053 Description: This course will help students become conversational in the most common topics—discussing the weather and different seasons in the year, telling age, and sharing what each student wants to be when he or she grows up. In this course, students will continue using the dative case, which is used to talk about age. Students will also see the instrumental case again; this will aid them as they talk about what occupies their time and what they want to become. Last, students will learn how to use every child’s favorite two words, why and because. There are also cultural highlights through which students will learn more about Russia and the Russian people. This is the fourth course in a four-part Russian series (RUSS 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of Second-Year Russian, Part 1 (RUSS 051). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: Second-Year Russian, Part 1 (RUSS 051) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Spanish, Part 1 SPAN 041 Description: This introductory Spanish course focuses on the Latin culture—the Latin world in general as well as the culture of Spain—and is structured to help students begin conversing almost immediately in Spanish. Students will practice pronunciation, patterns, basic grammar, reading, and writing about familiar topics. Conversation practice and weekly Today’s Specials (grammar, culture, and vocabulary lessons) happen
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in the Conversation Café, where students will interact with other students and course teaching assistants. This is the first course in a six-part Spanish series (SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Spanish, Part 2 SPAN 043 Description: This Spanish course is a continuation of First-Year Spanish, Part 1, and introduces the Spanish language and culture (focusing on Peru, Bolivia, and Paraguay). It is structured to help students practice speaking using the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural information that they learn. Conversation practice and weekly Today’s Specials (grammar, culture, and vocabulary lessons) happen in the Conversation Café, where students will interact with other students and course teaching assisttants. This is the second course in a six-part Spanish series (SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: First-Year Spanish, Part 1 (SPAN 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Second-Year Spanish, Part 1 SPAN 051 Description: Building on the skills that students developed during their first year of Spanish, students will focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, with appropriate grammatical principles as well as additional insights into culture (focusing on Colombia, Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Honduras). Conversation practice happens in the Conversation Café, where students will interact with other students and course teaching assistants. This Spanish course includes many interactive activities and also includes an instructor-hosted wiki and live one-onone speaking appointments. This is the third course in a six-part Spanish series (SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: First-Year Spanish, Part 2 (SPAN 043) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Second-Year Spanish, Part 2 SPAN 053 Description: Students will focus on developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, with appropriate grammatical principles as well as additional insights into culture (focusing on Venezuela, Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile). Conversation practice happens in the Conversation Café, where students will interact with other students and course teaching assistants. This new Spanish course includes many interactive activities and also includes an instructorhosted wiki and live one-on-one speaking appointments. This is the fourth course in a six-part Spanish series (SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063).
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Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: Second-Year Spanish, Part 1 (SPAN 051) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Third-Year Spanish, Part 1 SPAN 061 Description: Students will focus on developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, with appropriate grammatical principles as well as additional insights into culture (focusing on Mexico and Guatemala). Conversation practice happens in the Conversation Café, where students will interact with other students and course teaching assistants. This new Spanish course includes many interactive activities and also includes an instructorhosted wiki and live one-on-one speaking appointments. This is the fifth course in a six-part Spanish series (SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: Second-Year Spanish, Part 2 (SPAN 053) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Third-Year Spanish, Part 2 SPAN 063 Description: Students will focus on developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, with appropriate grammatical principles as well as additional insights into culture (focusing on Ecuador, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, and Costa Rica). Conversation practice happens in the Conversation Café, where students will interact with other students and course teaching assistants. This new Spanish course includes many interactive activities and also includes an instructor-hosted wiki and live one-on-one speaking appointments. This is the sixth course in a six-part Spanish series (SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063). Note: All speaking appointments require high-speed internet access (hardwired if possible) and a computer with a webcam, a microphone, and speakers or headphones. Prerequisite: Third-Year Spanish, Part 1 (SPAN 061) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Principles of Accounting
ACC 200 . . . . . .
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Principles of Financial Accounting ACC 201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Praxis Math Test Prep
Principles of Managerial Accounting ACC 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
EDUCATION
Business Law in the Environment ACC 241 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Introduction to Accounting 2 ACC 300. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Personal Finance
FIN 200
Financial Planning
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FIN 418 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OTT 1500 . . . . . .
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MATH 1500 . . . . . .
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Exceptional Students: Principles of Collaboration Statistics 1: Foundations
CPSE 651
Children’s Literature
CPSE 300
NEW . . . . . . . . . . . 84
EL ED 340
Money, Banking, and Business FIN 453 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
FAMILY HOME AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Organizational Behavior
American Heritage
HRM 300 . . . . . .
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A HTG 100 . . . . . . . . . .
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Human Resource Management HRM 402 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Social/Cultural Anthropology ANTHR 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Managerial Leadership Development HRM 413 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Language, Culture, and Society ANTHR 309 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Spreadsheet Skills and Business Analysis IS 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Intercultural Communication
Introduction to Management and Information Systems IS 201 . . . . . . . 80
Economic Principles and Problems ECON 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Communication in Organizational Settings
M COM 320 . . . . .
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Marketing Management
MKTG 201 . . . . .
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Global Environment: Understanding Physical Geography GEOG 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
MSB 205R . . . . . . .
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Planning for Financial Security in Retirement
Financial Management Professional Ethics
MSB 250
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MSB 360 . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction to International Business
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MSB 430 . . . . . . . .
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Business Arabic
MSB 596R. . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Business French
MSB 596R . . . . . . . . . . . .
Business German Business Korean
MSB 596R . . . . . . . . . . .
MSB 596R
Business Portuguese Business Spanish
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ANTHR 312 . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Geography and World Affairs GEOG 120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Introduction to Human Geography
GEOG 130
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United States and Canada GEOG 250. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 World Civilization to 1500 HIST 201. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 World Civilization from 1500 HIST 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 The Family Historian’s Craft
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The United States through 1877 HIST 220 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Introduction to Social Psychology
The United States Since 1877 HIST 221 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
LDS Perspectives and Psychology PSYCH 353 . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Conquest and Colonization of Latin America HIST 251 NEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Leadership Development
Modern Latin American History HIST 252 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Motivation
British Family History Research and Methodology HIST 283 NEW. . . . . . . . . . . 87 World War II in History and Memory HIST 293. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 The Italian Renaissance
HIST 302
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Reformation: Age of Turmoil
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Tsarist Russia
HIST 330
Soviet Union and Post-Soviet Russia Modern Japan
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HIST 331
HIST 344 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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English Language Handwriting and Documents HIST 421 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Directed Research in Family History HIST 481R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 American Government and Politics POLI 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Introduction to International Politics
POLI 170 . . . . . . . . . .
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PSYCH 350 . . . . . . . . . .
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PSYCH 358. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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PSYCH 365 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Behavioral Neurobiology
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PSYCH 381
Introduction to Interiors
SFL 102
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Food Preparation in the Home SFL 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Introduction to Family Processes
SFL 160 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The Eternal Family
SFL 200 . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Human Development
SFL 210
Marriage Enhancement
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SFL 224
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Parenting and Child Guidance
SFL 240
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Family Finance
SFL 260
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Critical Inquiry Research Methods
SFL 290 . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Infant Development in the Family SFL 331 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Adolescent Development in the Family and Other Social Contexts SFL 333 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Western Political Heritage 1
POLI 201 . . .
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Western Political Heritage 2
POLI 202 . . .
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Adult Development and Aging in the Family SFL 334. . . . . . . . . . . . 94
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Family Adaptation and Resiliency SFL 335 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Introduction to Psychological Science
PSYCH 111
History of Psychology
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Psychology of Gender
PSYCH 306
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Social Development
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Language Development
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Writing Within Psychology PSYCH 307 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Therapeutic Play Foundations SFL 357 NEW . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Psychological Statistics PSYCH 308 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Media, Family, and Human Development
Developmental Psychology: Childhood PSYCH 320 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Child Life in Healthcare Settings
Organizational Psychology
Introductory Sociology
Sport Psychology Personality
PSYCH 338
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Abnormal Psychology
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SFL 359 . . . . . . . . . . . SOC 111 . . . . . . . .
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Current Social Problems SOC 112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Introduction to Social Psychology
SOC 350 . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction to Social Work SOC W 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Introduction to Social Work Research Methods SOC W 300 . . . . . . . . . 96
Mass Communication and Society COMMS 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Introduction to Advertising COMMS 230. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Media Ethics, Law, and Responsibility COMMS 300 . . . . . . . . . 97 Media Effects
COMMS 411
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COMMS 482. . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction to Photography and Digital Workflow DESPH 116 . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Introduction to Music
MUSIC 101
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Beginning Piano Techniques 1 MUSIC 113 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Civilization: Music 1
MUSIC 201
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Civilization: Music 2 MUSIC 202 . . . . . . . . . 98 Introduction to Jazz
Weight Training: Beginning SWELL 191 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 See Life Sciences section for full list of health courses.
FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Media and World Religions
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
MUSIC 204 . . . . . . . . .
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Organ Performance: Level 1 MUSIC 399R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Organ Performance: Level 2 MUSIC 399R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Organ Performance: Level 3 MUSIC 399R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
HUMANITIES Introduction to Print Publishing
DIGHT 230 . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Modern American Usage ELANG 322 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 The Grammar of English
ELANG 325 . . .
Creative Writing
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ENGL 218
Composing Personal History
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Studies in Literature Introduction to English Studies
ENGL 230
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ENGL 251 . . . . . . . . . . . .
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British Literary History 1
ENGL 291. . . . .
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British Literary History 2
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American Literary History Persuasive Writing
ENGL 293 . .
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ENGL 312 . . . . . . . . .
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Expository Writing for Elementary Education Majors ENGL 313 . . . . . . . . . . 103 Technical Communication
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Writing Creative Nonfiction ENGL 317R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Writing Poetry
ENGL 319R . . . . . . . . . . . .
104
Writing for Children and Adolescents ENGL 320R . . . . . . . . . 104
Organ Performance: Level 4 MUSIC 399R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
The American Novel
Organ Performance: Level 5 MUSIC 399R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
American Literature from 1800 to 1865 ENGL 361 . . . . . . . . . 104
Organ Performance: Level 6 MUSIC 399R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
American Literature 1865–1914 ENGL 362. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Drama in the Elementary Classroom TMA 352. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
American Literature 1914–1960 ENGL 363. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Studies in Poetry Shakespeare
ENGL 336 . . . . . . .
ENGL 366
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ENGL 382 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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British Literature 1603–1660: The Late Renaissance ENGL 385 . . . . . . 106 Young Adult Literature
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The Senior Course: Directed Literary Research and Writing ENGL 495 . . . . . . 106
Human Biology
An Introduction to the Humanities
Residential Landscape Design
IHUM 101. . . . . . . . . .
Western Humanities 1: Antiquity to Renaissance
IHUM 201 . . .
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Western Humanities 2: Renaissance to the Present IHUM 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Middle Eastern History from 1800 MESA 467R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Introduction to Formal Logic PHIL 205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Intermediate Formal Logic
PHIL 305 . .
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Writing and Rhetoric (Freshman Writing) WRTG 150. . . . . . . . 107
LIFE SCIENCES Principles of Biology Introduction to Bioinformatics
BIO 100 . . . . . . . . .
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BIO 165
Science of Wellness
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EXSC 221
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PDBIO 205
Human Anatomy
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PDBIO 210 . . . . . . . . . . . PWS 103
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NURSING Nursing and Medical Terminology
NURS 102
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PHYSICAL AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES Elementary College Chemistry
CHEM 100
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General College Chemistry 1 CHEM 105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Large-Scale Distributed System Design CS 462 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Introduction to Geology
GEOL 101
Life of the Past
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GEOL 103
Intermediate Algebra
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MATH 097 . . . . . . .
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Kinesiology and Biomechanics EXSC 362 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Quantitative Reasoning MATH 102 NEW. . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Lifestyle and Chronic Disease Prevention EXSC 387 . . . . . . . . 109
College Algebra Trigonometry
Stress Management
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Calculus 1
MATH 112
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Calculus 2
MATH 113
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Exercise Physiology
EXSC 410 EXSC 463
MATH 110
MATH 111
Essentials of Calculus
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Principles and Practices of Health Promotion HLTH 330 . . . . . . . 109
Finite Mathematics
Health Behavior Change
General Physics 1
PHSCS 105
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General Physics 2
PHSCS 106
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Principles of Epidemiology
HLTH 345
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Sexuality Education in the Curriculum HLTH 436 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Introduction to Statistical Computing in Epidemiology HLTH 440 . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 International Health
HLTH 480. . . . . . . . .
General Biology: Health and Disease
MMBIO 121 . . . . . . . .
Essentials of Human Nutrition
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Introduction to Waves, Optics, and Thermodynamics PHSCS 123 . . . . . 117 Descriptive Astronomy
PHSCS 127 . . . . .
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Energy, Ecology, Weather, and the Environment PHSCS 137 . . . . . . 117
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Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism PHSCS 220 . . . . . . . . . . . 117
MMBIO 240 . . . . . . . . .
111
Physical Science
NDFS 100
Science of Biology
111
Introduction to Newtonian Mechanics
115
MMBIO 221 . . . . . .
General Microbiology Molecular Biology
110
MATH 116
MATH 118 . . . . . . . . .
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PDBIO 120
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Introduction to Statistics Principles of Statistics
STAT 105
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STAT 121 . . . . . . .
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Beginning Mandarin 2
The Book of Mormon 1
REL A 121
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The Book of Mormon 2
REL A 122
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The New Testament 1
REL A 211
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The New Testament 2
REL A 212
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The Old Testament 1
REL A 301
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The Old Testament 2
REL A 302
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Writings of Isaiah
GERM 101 . . . . . . . .
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GERM 102 . . . . . . . .
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Second-Year German 1
GERM 201
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Second-Year German 2
GERM 202
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REL A 327 . . . . . REL C 130
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The Doctrine and Covenants 1 REL C 324 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 The Doctrine and Covenants 2 REL C 325 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 REL C 333 . . . . . . . .
Joseph Smith and the Restoration: 1805–1845
REL C 341
Pioneers and Persecution: 1846–1899
REL C 342 . . . .
The Global Church: 1900 to the Present
REL C 343
Intermediate French, Part 2 FREN 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 First-Year German 1
The Pearl of Great Price
The Living Prophets
First-Year French, Part 2 FREN 102 NEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
First-Year German 2
Missionary Preparation
REL C 200
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REL A 304 . . . . . . . . . . .
The Eternal Family
CHIN 102 . . . . . . .
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Survey of World Religions REL C 351 . . . . 121
First-Year Biblical Hebrew 1 HEB 131 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 First-Year Biblical Hebrew 2 HEB 132 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Japanese Reading and Culture
JAPAN 301
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Readings in Japanese History and Culture JAPAN 302 . . . . . . . . 126 First-Year Korean 1
KOREA 101
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First-Year Korean 2
KOREA 102
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Business Arabic
MSB 596R. . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Business French
MSB 596R . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Business German Business Korean
MSB 596R . . . . . . . . . . .
MSB 596R
STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
Business Portuguese
Essential College Skills
Business Spanish
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STDEV 100 . . . . .
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STDEV 117 . . . . . . . . .
121
Foundational Spanish 1
SPAN 101 . . . . .
127
Life Planning and Decision Making STDEV 140. . . . . . . . . . . 121
Foundational Spanish 2
SPAN 102. . . . . .
127
Career Exploration
Public Speaking
STDEV 150
MSB 596R
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Career Strategies for Employment and Internships STDEV 317 . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Graduate School Preparation STDEV 318 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
WORLD LANGUAGES First-Year Arabic 1
ARAB 101 . . . . . . . . . .
123
First-Year Arabic 2
ARAB 102 . . . . . . . . . .
123
First-Year American Sign Language ASL 101 NEW . . . . . . . . . 123 Beginning Mandarin 1
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BUSINESS Principles of Accounting ACC 200 Description: Financial and managerial accounting principles. Basic accounting statements, processes, and management applications. Note: Satisfies BYU core Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Instructor: David Cottrell, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Principles of Financial Accounting ACC 201 Description: First course in concepts and methods underlying financial statements. Note: The Business Learning Software purchased for this course is the same software used in ACC 200, ACC 202, and ACC 300. Instructor: David Cottrell, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Principles of Managerial Accounting ACC 202 Description: Second course in the elementary series covering managerial problems and control of business operations. Note: The Business Learning Software purchased for this course is the same software used in ACC 200, ACC 201, and ACC 300. Prerequisites: Principles of Financial Accounting (ACC 201) or equivalent skill Instructor: David Cottrell, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Business Law in the Environment ACC 241 Description: Introduction to legal principles and institutions affecting business. Prerequisites: Brigham Young University students must have Marriott School of Management major status. Instructor: Ryan V. Wood, JD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Accounting 2 ACC 300 Description: Additional issues in financial and managerial accounting. Review of issues related to balance sheet accounts, performance evaluation, and capital budgeting. Note: The Business Learning Software purchased for this course is the same software used in ACC 200, ACC 201, and ACC 202. Prerequisites: Principles of Accounting (ACC 200) or equivalent skill Instructor: David Cottrell, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Personal Finance FIN 200 Description: Practical course in money management and utilizing savings. Note: To complete the course, students will be required to visit various types of financial institutions. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Lise Crawford, MBA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Financial Planning FIN 418 Description: Applying financial principles to household decision making, stressing integration between areas. Income tax and estate planning, retirement, investments, portfolio management, and risk management. Prerequisites: Financial Management (BUS M 201) or Principles of Finance (FIN 201) or Information Systems (BUS M 520); any business major status Instructor: Lise Crawford, MBA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Money, Banking, and Business FIN 453 Description: Economic analysis of effects of money, banking, and financial institutions on business decisions and aggregate economic activity. Note: The study guide, Money, the Financial System and Economy by Hubbard is not a required text for this course. It serves as a supplement to help further students’ understanding. If students choose to use this text, any edition will provide the same basic reviews, although the current course is written with reference to the 5th edition. Students will need to have access to the Wall Street Journal. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Lise Crawford, MBA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Organizational Behavior HRM 300 Description: Theories and concepts for creating effective organizations, e.g., individual, group, and organizational processes and human resource functions, including selection, compensation, and performance management. Note: Students cannot use this course to satisfy any Marriott School major requirements. However, this course can be used to fulfill management minor requirements. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Nicholas Kieren, MPA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Human Resource Management HRM 402 Description: Functions of human resource management: employee selection, wage and salary administration, training and development, employee relations, and human resource planning. Instructor: Laura Middleton Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Managerial Leadership Development HRM 413 Description: Principles and practices needed to serve as effective leaders in families, church, community, and work settings—planning, decision-making, selfawareness, effective human influence, and community building. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Laura Middleton Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Spreadsheet Skills and Business Analysis IS 110 Description: Basic spreadsheet skills focusing on features in MS Excel such as basic functions, logic and reference functions, statistical functions, what-if analysis, and charting to solve complex business problems. No technical background is necessary. Note: Students must have access to Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access to complete this course. There is an additional $69.99 fee for the required course material, MyEducator.com: Prometheus Series. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Mark Keith, PhD Credits: 1.0 Tuition: $212
Introduction to Management and Information Systems IS 201 Description: Create technology solutions to solve business problems. Learn database, analytics, spreadsheet, and programming skills useful to all business majors; preparing for a variety of internships. Note: You must have access to Microsoft Excel 2016 and Microsoft Access 2016 for this course. Prerequisites: Spreadsheet Skills and Business Analysis (IS 110) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: James Gaskin, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Communication in Organizational Settings M COM 320 Description: Developing written and oral communications for professional organizations, including composing and designing employment communications. Incorporates oral presentations. Note: Fulfills BYU GE Advanced Written and Oral Communication requirement. Prerequisites: BYU GE First-Year Writing requirement. To be taken before senior year. Not for freshmen. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Crickett Willardsen, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Marketing Management MKTG 201 Description: Marketing’s role in society and the firm, marketing opportunities, the consumer market, and management of marketing mix. Note: The textbook for this course is an ebook. You will be required to pay a one-time fee of $70 to access the ebook. Prerequisites: For non-management majors Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Scott Rackham, MBA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Planning for Financial Security in Retirement MSB 205R Description: This is a 1-credit, pass/ fail course. This course takes an innovative approach to personal financial education. Applying behavioral finance techniques pioneered by Professor Scott Marsh, students will learn how to make financially effective and behaviorally efficient decisions that will empower them to reach their financial goals, no matter their profession or lifestyle. Instructor: Garrett Stoker, BA Credits: 1.0 Tuition: $212
Financial Management MSB 250 Description: Financial statement analysis, financial planning, sources of financing, working capital management, risk and return, and valuation. Note: For nonmanagement majors. Please note that the accounting prerequisite (or the equivalent) is a must! This course will be very hard to pass without it. A business calculator is required for this course (HP-10B/TI BAII+ or equivalent / better). Prerequisites: Principles of Accounting (ACC 200) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Lise Crawford, MBA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Professional Ethics MSB 360 Description: Analyzing ethical dilemmas and understanding ethical theories as they apply to decision making in management. Note: This course does not fulfill the BYU Marriott School Management Core Requirement. You must take the oncampus course to fulfill this requirement. No retakes or resubmissions are allowed in this course. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: David Robinson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to International Business MSB 430 Description: Complexities confronting U.S. firms and their management in international environments. Emphasizes functional and planning areas, including organization, market research, and financial analysis. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Simon Greathead, MBA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Business Arabic MSB 596R Description: For experienced speakers of Arabic; emphasis on business concepts; practice and case studies; opportunities for conversation, reading, and presenting; all while enriching business vocabulary. Prerequisites: A third-year universitylevel university language course is recommended. Instructor: Shereen Maher Salah, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Business French MSB 596R Description: For experienced speakers of French; emphasis on business concepts; practice and case studies; opportunities for conversation, reading, and presenting; all while enriching business vocabulary. Prerequisites: A third-year universitylevel language course is recommended. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Corry Cropper, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Business German MSB 596R Description: For experienced speakers of German; emphasis on business concepts; practice and case studies; opportunities for conversation, reading, and presenting; all while enriching business vocabulary. Prerequisites: Second-Year German 2 (GERM 202) level of reading and speaking fluency Instructor: Jerry Christensen, MBA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636 NEW
Business Korean MSB 596R Description: For experienced speakers of Korean; emphasis on business concepts; practice and case studies; opportunities for conversation, reading, and presenting; all while enriching business vocabulary. Prerequisites: Extensive experience with Korean Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Julie Damron, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Business Portuguese MSB 596R Description: For experienced speakers of Portuguese; emphasis on business concepts; practice and case studies; opportunities for conversation, reading, and presenting; all while enriching business vocabulary. Prerequisites: You must be able to speak, write, and read Portuguese, but no proficiency test is required. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Simone S. G. C. Fails, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Business Spanish MSB 596R Description: For experienced speakers of Spanish; emphasis on business concepts; practice and case studies; opportunities for conversation, reading, and presenting; all while enriching business vocabulary. Prerequisites: Advanced Spanish language skills Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Will Carr, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
CONTINUING EDUCATION Online Teacher Training OTT 1500 Description: The Online Teacher Training course is a professional development course that prepares you to be a confident and successful online teacher. The course contains the most current research-based best practices of online teaching. It covers topics such as how to be prepared for the first day of an online course, online classroom management, cultivating connection with your students, fostering interaction, and providing meaningful feedback. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Chad Turley, PhD Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $149.00
Praxis Math Test Prep MATH 1500 Description: This online test preparation course prepares current and future teachers for each state’s secondary educational mathematics license exams, including the Praxis exam. Many states use the Praxis Mathematics: Content Knowledge Test developed by the Educational Testing Service; the remaining states administer their own version of this test. Upon completion of this course, teachers will have the knowledge and will practice skills necessary to become effective secondary mathematics educators. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $115.00
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EDUCATION Exceptional Students: Principles of Collaboration CPSE 300 Description: Basic principles and legislative issues in effectively communicating and collaborating with professionals, parents, and other service providers to meet needs of individuals with disabilities in inclusive educational environments. Lab. Prerequisites: FBI fingerprint background clearance Instructor: JoAnn H. Munk, MS Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424 NEW
Statistics 1: Foundations CPSE 651 Description: Emphasis on conceptual understanding and practical application of descriptive and basic inferential statistics to decision making. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Lane Fischer, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Children’s Literature EL ED 340 Description: Trends and titles in children’s and adolescent literature. Reading and critiquing as well as practical uses of children’s literature in both school and home. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Heather Price, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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FAMILY HOME AND SOCIAL SCIENCES American Heritage A HTG 100 Description: Synthesis of American constitutional and economic principles and patterns of historical development. Note: Tutoring is available for this course through BYU Independent Study. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Haley Beckstrand Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Social/Cultural Anthropology ANTHR 101 Description: Aspects of society and culture: kinship, beliefs, economy, and political order among peoples worldwide. Methods and perspectives used in social/ cultural anthropology. Note: This course fulfills a BYU Core requirement for Global and Cultural Awareness. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Richard Buonforte, MA, MPhil Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Language, Culture, and Society ANTHR 309 Description: Linguistic anthropology as a way of doing ethnography; language as symbolic form, vehicle of thought, and instrument of social interaction; speech events as cultural texts. Note: This course is part of a GE Mosaic. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Richard Buonforte, MA, MPhil Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Intercultural Communication ANTHR 312 Description: Communication processes as affected by proxemic, kinesic, linguistic, social, institutional, worldview, value differences, and other aspects of culture. Seminar/workshop: theory, research methods, applications. Instructor: Richard Buonforte, MA, MPhil Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Economic Principles and Problems ECON 110 Description: Strengths and weaknesses of markets and governments for solving problems of social organization or conflict, including policy response to inflation, unemployment, pollution, poverty, growth, etc. Note: Students will also need access to a document scanner to submit your homework. Students should buy the version of Economics and Public Policy containing the workbook (which is inside the book). Please be aware that this is a challenging course, and students should be prepared to take this course largely independently. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: J. R. Kearl, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Geography and World Affairs GEOG 120 Description: Survey of the world, stressing geography of major political regions. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Chad F. Emmett, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Human Geography GEOG 130 Description: Culture distributions and their relationship to existing geographic phenomena. Note: Satisfies BYU Core requirement for Global and Cultural Awareness. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Chad F. Emmett, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
United States and Canada GEOG 250 Description: Analysis of the natural environment, historical development, cultural patterns, economic systems, and political structures of geographic regions. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Daniel Olsen, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Global Environment: Understanding Physical Geography GEOG 101 Description: Physical environment, distribution, and interrelationships of climates, landforms, ecosystems and their human significance. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Matthew F. Bekker, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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World Civilization to 1500 HIST 201 Description: World civilization from Greek antiquity to Renaissance; explores fundamental questions in the human experience, examines formative events in history, and seeks to teach the value of important texts. Prerequisites: Although there are no official prerequisites for this course, students should be able to read and write in English at a college level. It is the student’s responsibility to make up for any deficiencies in language, reading, writing, listening, grammar, or note-taking skills. For help with developing study skills, the teacher recommends Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning, by Peter C. Brown. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Karen E. Carter, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
World Civilization from 1500 HIST 202 Description: World civilization from Renaissance to present; explores fundamental questions in the human experience, examines formative events in history, and seeks to teach value of important texts. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Global and Cultural Awareness and Civilization 2 requirements. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Shawn Miller, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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The Family Historian’s Craft HIST 217 Description: Introduction to genealogical methods applicable in American and international research. Discussion of technology in genealogical research and introduction to censuses and vital records (US and international). Note: You must take the final exam at a testing center with online access because part of the exam requires online research. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Shanna Besendorfer, BA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
The United States through 1877 HIST 220 Description: Discovery, colonization, American Revolution, establishment of the Constitution, foreign affairs, westward expansion, slavery, sectionalism, Civil War, and reconstruction. Note: This course plus American Government and Politics (POLI 110) or Economic Principles and Problems (ECON 110) satisfies the BYU core American Heritage requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jay Buckley, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
The United States Since 1877 HIST 221 Description: Industrialization, immigration, urbanization, political and social movements, and foreign policy. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Brian Q. Cannon, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Conquest and Colonization of Latin America HIST 251 Description: Pre-Columbian civilizations, Iberian exploration and conquest of the New World, and colonial development of Hispanic and Portuguese America from 1492 to 1823. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Mark Christensen, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Modern Latin American History HIST 252 Description: National period (1810 to present): independence, institutional development, culture, and inter-American relations. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jeffrey M. Shumway, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636 NEW
British Family History Research and Methodology HIST 283 Description: Records, geographicalhistorical background, paleography, and methods for reconstruction of individual families and development of demographic and family history studies in England, Scotland, and Wales. Prerequisites: Doctrinal and methodological background of Introduction of Family History (REL C 261), The Historian’s Craft (HIST 200), and The Family Historian’s Craft (HIST 217), or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Liz Snow Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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World War II in History and Memory HIST 293 Description: Causes, flow, global impact of the war emphasizing American and Japanese experience, ways in which it shaped lives of individual participants, and how it is remembered. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Aaron H. Skabelund, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
The Italian Renaissance HIST 302 Description: Major political, social, and cultural events in Italy from 1200 to 1530, emphasizing concept of the Renaissance in modern historiography. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Eric R. Dursteler, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Reformation: Age of Turmoil HIST 303 Description: Sixteenth-century religious upheaval; ideological, cultural, political, and socioeconomic struggles to midseventeenth century. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Karen E. Carter, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636 NEW
Tsarist Russia HIST 330 Description: Political, economic, social, and cultural trends and events in Russian history to 1917. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jeff Hardy, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Directed Research in Family History
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Soviet Union and Russia HIST 331 Description: History of the Soviet Union and post-Soviet developments in Russia and other successor states; governing structures and ideology and the relationship between state and society. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jeff Hardy, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Modern Japan HIST 344 Description: Main themes in Japanese history from the early 19th century to the present. Prerequisites: For majors, The Historian’s Craft (HIST 200) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Aaron H. Skabelund, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
English Language Handwriting and Documents HIST 421 Description: Interpretation of handwriting within historical contexts in vernacular scripts in the British Isles, sixteenth through eighteenth centuries, in sources useful in family, local, and social history research. Instructor: Shanna Besendorfer, BA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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HIST 481R Description: Complete a genealogical research project for one credit. Note: To earn 1.0 credit for this course, you must complete a minimum of 40 hours of course work and earn a passing grade (over 60%). Instructor: Kelly Summers, MS Credits: 1.0 Tuition: $212
American Government and Politics POLI 110 Description: Origin and development of federal Constitution; national, state, and local governments and politics. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jeffrey C. Fox, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to International Politics POLI 170 Description: Basic forces, practices, institutions, and foreign policies of major powers; problem areas in international politics. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Global and Cultural Awareness requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Kendall Stiles, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Western Political Heritage 1 POLI 201 Description: Western civilization from Greek antiquity to Renaissance, primarily from perspective of political philosophy and scriptures; exploring fundamental questions in human experience; examining formative events in history; understanding value of important texts. Note: Fulfills BYU Core Civilization 1 requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Ralph C. Hancock, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Western Political Heritage 2 POLI 202 Description: Western civilization from Renaissance to present, primarily from perspective of political philosophy; exploring fundamental questions in human experience; examining formative events in history; understanding value of important texts. Note: Fulfills BYU Core Civilization 2 requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Ralph C. Hancock, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Psychological Science PSYCH 111 Description: Basic course in modern scientific psychology. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Kaylie Carbine, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
History of Psychology PSYCH 210 Description: Overview of psychological thinking from Ancient Greece to the present. Emphasizes a critical stance toward the assumptions and implications of major psychological theories. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jeff Case, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Psychology of Gender PSYCH 306 Description: Biological and social contributions to sex role development, sexual self-concept, and complementarity of sex roles. Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309), and Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310), or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jenith Larsen, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Writing Within Psychology PSYCH 307 Description: Processes of researchoriented writing and presentation for psychology majors. Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychological Science (PSYCH 111) and Writing and Rhetoric (WTRG 150) or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Kari O’Grady, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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PSYCH 308 Description: Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis and hypothesis testing applied to psychological research data. Note: This is a challenging course. Students will learn valuable statistical concepts and procedures, and must be prepared to study carefully and put in the time and practice necessary. STAT 121 will not substitute for this course. Contains content featured in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Prerequisites: Orientation to the Psychology Major (PSYCH 101), Introduction to Psychological Science (PSYCH 111), A History of Psychology (PSYCH 210), Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), College Algebra (MATH 110), or equivalents that include a solid, recent foundation in algebra Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Scott Braithwaite, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Developmental Psychology: Childhood PSYCH 320 Description: Physical, mental, emotional, and social development of the child. Note: Contains content featured in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309), and Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310); or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jenny Brooks Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Organizational Psychology PSYCH 330 Description: Personal, interactional, and structural aspects of organizations; motivation, decision making, problemsolving communication, leadership, organizational structure, change. Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309), and Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310); or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Mark A. North, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Sport Psychology PSYCH 338 Description: Application of psychological principles to sporting activities. Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309), and Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310); or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Julianne Holt-Lunstad, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Personality PSYCH 341 Description: Individual patterns of behavior, thought, and emotion; personality theories and their associated strategies of research, assessments, and personality change. Note: Contains content featured in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309), and Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310); or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Brent S. Melling, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Abnormal Psychology PSYCH 342 Description: Dynamics of maladjustment; major psychological disorders and therapeutic procedures. Fieldwork required. Note: Contains content featured in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Prerequisites: An introductory psychology course (PSYCH 111) and a university-level writing course (WRTNG 150) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Timothy B. Smith, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Social Psychology PSYCH 350 Description: Conformity and obedience; socialization, norms, roles; attitudes, leadership, group processes. Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychological Science (PSYCH 111) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Robert D. Ridge, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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LDS Perspectives and Psychology PSYCH 353 Description: Relationships between theories of psychology and LDS thought. Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309), and Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310); or equivalents Instructor: Edwin E. Gantt, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Leadership Development PSYCH 358 Description: Principles and practices of successful leadership: decision making, communications, planning, team building, motivation, and interpersonal skills. Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309), and Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310); or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Clayton Johnson Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Motivation PSYCH 365 Description: Determinants of motivation, relationship of motives to emotion, thought, personality, and action. Implications for understanding self and others. Note: You will be required to view four films for the course (which you can buy, rent, or borrow from a library). Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307), Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309), and Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310); or equivalents
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Behavioral Neurobiology PSYCH 381 Description: Basic physiological, anatomical, and chemical foundations of psychology. Note: Contains content featured in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Prerequisites: Writing Within Psychology (PSYCH 307) and Psychological Testing (PSYCH 309); Psychological Research Design and Analysis (PSYCH 310) or Neurobiology (NEURO 205); or equivalents Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Christopher B. Kirwan, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Interiors SFL 102 Description: Interior design; emphasizes the history and development of the American home. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Karla J. Nielson, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Food Preparation in the Home SFL 110 Description: Principles of cooking and skill development in food preparation techniques. Note: Lab required Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Rachel Springer Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Introduction to Family Processes SFL 160 Description: Ways of strengthening family life by understanding such family processes as generations, emotions, communication, and rituals. Note: The final is only available to be taken in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Brian J. Willoughby, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
The Eternal Family SFL 200 Description: This course is centered on the doctrine of the family and the central role families play in Heavenly Father’s plan of salvation. Course content is based on The Family: A Proclamation to the World, other teachings of latterday prophets, the scriptures, and other inspired writings. Note: This 3-credit hour class covers all of the same material as the REL-C 200 course (2-credit hour); with the additional credit hour being used to give students a “marriage prep” experience that will increase their awareness of the factors that relationship science has shown to contribute to the formation of healthy marriages and families; as well as to helping students develop the skills needed to be personally prepared for dating, marriage, and parenting relationships. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jason S. Carroll, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Human Development SFL 210 Description: Growth and development of the child from conception through adolescence; influences of family, peers, and schools. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Larry J. Nelson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Marriage Enhancement SFL 224 Description: Enhancing marital communication skills, conflict resolution styles, intimacy, stress management, and developing a shared relationship vision using social science theories and research findings. Note: Married, engaged, and couples seriously dating are encouraged to enroll together. Please be aware that this course contains some explicit content; this course is for mature audiences. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Stephen Duncan, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Parenting and Child Guidance SFL 240 Description: Theories and skills related to quality parent-child relationships. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: David Allen Nelson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Family Finance SFL 260 Description: Introduction to time value of money, budgeting, saving, credit, taxes, housing, insurance, and investing, emphasizing practical application in the home. Note: SFL 260 fulfills the Quantitative Reasoning requirement for the BYU Core. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Edward Hill, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Critical Inquiry Research Methods SFL 290 Description: Philosophies of critical inquiry. Principles of designing, conducting, and reporting social science investigations. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Spencer L. James, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Infant Development in the Family SFL 331 Description: Conception, prenatal development, pregnancy. Physical, cognitive, and social development of the first twenty-four months. Implications for guidance and care in the family. Prerequisites: Introduction to School of Family Life (SFL 101), Principles of Statistics (STAT 121), and Critical Inquiry and Research Methods (SFL 290); Human Development (SFL 210) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Christin Porter, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Adolescent Development in the Family and Other Social Contexts SFL 333 Description: Examining the developmental and social contexts of adolescents with emphasis on the importance of the family. Other contexts include peers, religion, community, schools, and cross-cultural issues. Prerequisites: Introduction to School of Family Life (SFL 101), Principles of Statistics (STAT 121), and Critical Inquiry and Research Methods (SFL 290); Human Development (SFL 210) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Sarah Coyne, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Adult Development and Aging in the Family SFL 334 Description: Adjustments to physical, emotional, social, and economic changes. Needs arising from changes in family relationships, living arrangements, and employment; retirement planning. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Richard B. Miller, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Family Adaptation and Resiliency SFL 335 Description: Understanding family resiliency and building family strengths in normative transitions (birth, death, job) and nonnormative transitions (divorce, disability, remarriage, poverty, violence). Developing familial, social, religious, and instrumental resources to adapt positively to these transitions. Prerequisites: Introduction to School of Family Life (SFL 101), Principles of Statistics (STAT 121), and Critical Inquiry and Research Methods (SFL 290); Introduction to Family Processes (SFL 160) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jeremy B. Yorgason, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Social Development SFL 351 Description: Processes and sequences of social development across childhood. Prerequisites: Human Development (SFL 210) and Critical Inquiry and Research Methods (SFL 290) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: David Allen Nelson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Language Development SFL 355 Description: Philosophical, social, intellectual, and emotional contexts of language acquisition and usage. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Cindy Christensen, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Therapeutic Play Foundations SFL 357 Description: Play is an essential element for children’s growth, development, and learning; both therapeutic aspects and learning objectives of play in infants, children, and youth are examined. This course also fulfills a curriculum requirement for certification set forth by the Association for Child Life Professionals (ACLP), the certifying entity for the child life profession. Prerequisites: It is highly recommended that students taking this course have taken Human Development (SFL 210) and Child Life in Healthcare Settings (SFL 359), but they are not required. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Deb Hema, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Media, Family, and Human Development SFL 358 Description: This course covers aspects of media and their potential effects on family interactions and human development across the lifespan. Prerequisites: None mandatory; a socialscience research-methods course will be helpful. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Sarah Coyne, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Child Life in Healthcare Settings SFL 359 Description: Roles of child life specialists in preparing children and families for healthcare experiences. Content includes psychosocial and developmental needs of children, adolescents, and families in healthcare settings and impact of illness, injury, and hospitalization on the child and family. Prerequisites: Human Development (SFL 210) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Deborah Hema Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introductory Sociology SOC 111 Description: Social group influence; social interaction, processes, organization, and change; family, religion, government, population, culture, race relations. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Alice Lapray, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Current Social Problems SOC 112 Description: Individual deviance (violence, insanity, drugs, sex, crime, etc.) and social disorganization (poverty, race and sex discrimination, divorce, overpopulation, etc.). Conditions, causes, solutions. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Alice Lapray, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Introduction to Social Psychology SOC 350 Description: Conformity and obedience; socialization, norms, roles; attitudes, leadership, group processes. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Robert D. Ridge, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Social Work SOC W 200 Description: Social welfare as a social institution; social work as a profession. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Steve Hoffman, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Social Work Research Methods SOC W 300 Description: Tools of social research; survey, experimentation, content analysis, secondary analysis, qualitative research, evaluation research, data processing and analysis, and report writing. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Steve Hoffman, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Mass Communication and Society COMMS 101 Description: Historical and modern roles of mass media in society, emphasizing media effects on individuals and institutions. Students planning to apply to the Communications program at Brigham Young University must have completed this course and received a grade one month prior to the program application deadline. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Thomas Robinson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Advertising COMMS 230 Description: Principles of advertising; critical evaluation of its role and value in American society. Experience in writing and creating ads for all media. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Thomas Robinson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Media Ethics, Law, and Responsibility COMMS 300 Description: Introduction to First Amendment history and press freedom, law, and theory; media regulation and policy; relationship between law and ethics; key ethical issues in professional communications. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Edward Carter, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Media Effects COMMS 411 Description: Effects resulting from the interaction between media and members of society. Approaches may include selfimage, stereotypes, violence, and other social constructs and behaviors involving media consumption. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Kevin John, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Media and World Religions COMMS 482 Description: The interaction of media, world religions, and beliefs. Approaches may include media coverage and portrayal of religion, religions’ use of media, conflict between the two, and communicating across religious cultures. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Mark Callister, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Photography and Digital Workflow DESPH 116 Description: Basic camera techniques and digital capture, developing entrylevel skills in digital imaging workflow, developing skills with industry-related software and working methods. Lighting two-dimensional work for portfolio documentation. Prerequisites: Pre–graphic design, preillustration, pre-photography, pre-design, pre–Art Education major/minor status Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Paul S. Adams, MFA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Introduction to Music MUSIC 101 Description: Designed to aid nonmusic majors in developing skills needed for listening to music creatively. Emphasis on masterworks of Western music from major style periods. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Arts requirement. Not for Music majors. Instructor: Steven P. Johnson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Beginning Piano Techniques 1 MUSIC 113 Description: Instruction in piano for non-music majors. Note: Textbook comes with a CD Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jared A. Pierce, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Civilization: Music 1 MUSIC 201 Description: History of civilization from Greek antiquity through the seventeenth century, primarily from perspective of musical literature and the arts; exploring fundamental questions in human experience; examining formative events in history; understanding value of important texts. Note: You will need a free subscription to Spotify for this course. Prerequisites: Ability to read musical notation Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Steven P. Johnson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Civilization: Music 2 MUSIC 202 Description: History of civilization from the eighteenth century through the present day, primarily from the perspective of musical literature and the arts; exploring fundamental questions in human experience, examining formative events in history; understanding value of important texts. Note: This course is part of a GE Mosaic. Prerequisites: Ability to read musical notation Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Steven P. Johnson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Jazz MUSIC 204 Description: Fostering an understanding and appreciation of jazz music within the context of American history and culture. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Arts requirement. Prerequisites: Non-music major status Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Brian Harker, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Organ Performance: Level 1 MUSIC 399R Description: Internship or externship in creative, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major course work. Organ technique, organ repertoire, hymn playing, music theory, organ registration, and sight-reading. Note: Earlier editions of the textbook by Paul Harker, Basic Materials in Music Theory, may be used in place of the edition listed. Students must pass all the assignments and exams to pass the course. Prerequisites: Basic piano skills Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Organ Performance: Level 2 MUSIC 399R Description: Internship or externship in creative, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major course work. Designed to provide motivation, direction, and instruction for organists to improve their skills in specific areas: organ technique, organ repertoire, hymn playing, music theory, organ registration, and sight-reading. Includes review on many level-one topics. Note: Earlier editions of the textbook by Paul Harker, Basic Materials in Music Theory, may be used in place of the edition listed. Prerequisites: Formal organ training in technique, hymn playing, and registration and an understanding of basic music theory topics (intervals, major and minor scales, key signatures). Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
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Organ Performance: Level 3 MUSIC 399R Description: Internship or externship in creative, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major course work. Note: Due to the numerous options presented in this course, books and scores should be ordered only after consultation with your local organ instructor. (The average cost for these materials is between $100 and $200.) Prerequisites: Instructor approval Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Organ Performance: Level 4 MUSIC 399R Description: Internship or externship in creative, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major course work. Note: Due to the numerous options presented in this course, books and scores should be ordered only after consultation with your local organ instructor. (The average cost for these materials is between $100 and $200.) Prerequisites: Instructor approval Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Organ Performance: Level 5 MUSIC 399R Description: Internship or externship in creative, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major course work. Note: Due to the numerous options presented in this course, books and scores should be ordered only after consultation with the student’s local organ instructor. (The average cost for these materials is between $100 and $200). Prerequisites: MUSIC 399R levels 1–4 and instructor approval Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Organ Performance: Level 6 MUSIC 399R Description: Internship or externship in creative, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major coursework. This Organ Certification level emphasizes the following skills: organ technique, organ repertoire, hymn playing, organ registration, music theory, sightreading, transposition, accompaniment, and piano technique. Note: Due to the numerous options presented in this course, books and scores should be ordered only after consultation with the student’s local organ instructor. (The average cost for these materials is between $100 and $200). See syllabus for more details on the required materials. Prerequisites: MUSIC 399R levels 1–5 and instructor approval Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 5.0 Tuition: $1060
Drama in the Elementary Classroom TMA 352 Description: Varied teaching methodologies for application of drama within the pre-K–6 classroom. Dual emphasis on Utah state elementary drama standards as well as integration with core curricula. Note: This course uses instructor-graded assignments in lieu of exams. Prerequisites: Theatre education major status: Introduction to the Theatre (TMA 101) or Introduction to Film (TMA 102); Exploration of Teaching Theatre (TMA 276); or early childhood education or elementary education major status; or equivalents. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: George Nelson, MFA Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Beginning Weight Training SWELL 191 Description: Beginning weight training concepts and strategies. Specific exercises for a personalized strength training program including safety, fundamental skills, training considerations and general techniques for all lifts. Note: BYU on-campus course expectations can be reviewed online using a link posted at studentwellness. byu.edu/swell-classes. Instructor: James George, PhD Credits: 0.5 Tuition: $212
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HUMANITIES Introduction to Print Publishing DIGHT 230 Description: Introduction to layout and typesetting and their place in the publications process; includes graphic design theory, audience analysis, and basic skills with professional desktop publishing application. Note: Students must have access to Adobe® InDesign® and Adobe® Photoshop®. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Brad Woodward, BFA, BS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Modern American Usage ELANG 322 Description: Current conventions and effective use of American English. Prerequisites: Introduction to the English Language (ELANG 223) or Introduction to Linguistics (Modern) (LING 201) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Don Chapman, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
The Grammar of English ELANG 325 Description: Study of English grammar in various applications. Prerequisites: Introduction to the English Language (ELANG 223) or Introduction to Linguistics (Modern) (LING 201) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Don Chapman, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Creative Writing ENGL 218 Description: Individual sections dealing with poetry, personal essays, drama, fiction, science fiction, or combinations of these. Focuses on reading, writing, and revision of personal essays, poems, and short fiction. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: David Nielsen Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Composing Personal History ENGL 220 Description: Composing personal history through writing, mementos, oral history, chronologies, letters, documents, journals, and other mediums. Note: Online access to BYU library services. Instructor: Gina Clark, MFA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Studies in Literature ENGL 230 Description: Introduction to various literary themes, forms, and authors. Note: Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: 10th grade English reading and writing level Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Trenton L. Hickman, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Introduction to English Studies ENGL 251 Description: Introduction to the discipline of English studies, including the fundamental concepts and practice of literary analysis and critical theory. Online access to BYU library services. Note: ENGL 251 fulfills the GE Letters requirement only for BYU English majors and minors. Other students will not receive GE Letters credit for this course. Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Writing and Rhetoric (WRTG 150) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Emily McLean Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
British Literary History 1 ENGL 291 Description: Development of ideas, movements, genres, and styles in early English literature as illustrated through representative texts. Prerequisites: Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Brett McInelly, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
British Literary History 2 ENGL 292 Description: Development of ideas, movements, genres, and styles in later English literature as illustrated through representative texts. Note: Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Trenton L. Hickman, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
American Literary History ENGL 293 Description: Development of ideas, movements, genres, and styles in American literature as illustrated through representative texts. Prerequisites: Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251) or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Joseph Darowski, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Persuasive Writing ENGL 312 Description: Expository and persuasive writing focusing on practical reasons for evaluating audiences, generating and structuring an argument, and making stylistic decisions. Library research paper. Note: Carries BYU GE Advanced Written and Oral Communication credit. Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Writing and Rhetoric (WRTG 150) or equivalent skill; junior or senior status Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Toni E. Pilcher Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Expository Writing for Elementary Education Majors ENGL 313 Description: Learning to write as professional educators and to teach writing to children. Best taken before the professional sequence. Library research paper. Note: Carries BYU GE Advanced Written and Oral Communication credit. Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Writing and Rhetoric (WRTG 150) or equivalent skill; junior or senior status Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Stacie Mason, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Technical Communication ENGL 316 Description: Effective processes of written, oral, and visual technical communication, including collaborative processes. Writing for academic and professional audiences. Note: Carries BYU GE Advanced Written and Oral Communication credit. Please be aware that the textbook has left out chapter 2 and the appendices are incorrectly sequenced; however, the page numbers mentioned in the course are correct. Prerequisites: Writing and Rhetoric (WRTG 150) or equivalent skill; junior or senior status Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Heidi Lawrence, MPhil Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Writing Creative Nonfiction ENGL 317R Description: Creations of style and technique in prose nonfiction; discipline and practice of the writer. Prerequisites: Creative Writing (ENGL 218R) or instructor’s consent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Joseph Franklin, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Writing Poetry ENGL 319R Description: Creation of style and technique in poetry; discipline and practice of the poet. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Gina Clark, MFA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Writing for Children and Adolescents ENGL 320R Description: Theory and practice of writing prose and verse for youth readership. Specific attention to requirements of picture books, middlegrade novels, and young adult stories. Note: Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Creative Writing (ENGL 218R) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Ann Dee Ellis Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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The American Novel ENGL 336 Description: Representative novels of the American tradition from the late eighteenth century to the present. Note: Online access to BYU library services. The novels required are usually available at a local library or bookstore. Prerequisites: American Literary History (ENGL 293) and Writing Literary History (ENGL 295); or Transatlantic Literary History (ENGL 294) and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295); British Literary History 1 (ENGL 291); British Literary History 2 (ENGL 292) may also be a prerequisite option Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Alma Lawrence, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
American Literature from 1800 to 1865 ENGL 361 Description: Major and selected minor writers and literary trends from 1800 to 1865. Prerequisites: Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251), ENGL 293 (American Literary History), and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295); or Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251), Transatlantic Literary History (ENGL 294), and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Alma Lawrence, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
American Literature 1865–1914 ENGL 362 Description: Major and selected minor writers and literary trends from 1865 to 1914. Note: Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251), ENGL 293 (American Literary History), and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295); or Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251), Transatlantic Literary History (ENGL 294), and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Joseph Darowski, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
American Literature 1914–1960 ENGL 363 Description: Major and selected minor writers and literary trends from 1914 to 1960. Note: Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251), ENGL 293 (American Literary History), and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295); or Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251), Transatlantic Literary History (ENGL 294), and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Frank Christianson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Studies in Poetry ENGL 366 Description: Topics vary. Note: Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Literary Interpretation and Criticism (ENGL 251) and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Gina Clark, MFA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Shakespeare ENGL 382 Description: Intensive reading, discussion, viewing of plays from the comedy, tragedy, romance, and history genres. Note: For English majors and minors Prerequisites: British Literary History 1 (ENGL 291) and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295); either British Literary History 1 (ENGL 292) and American Literary History (ENGL 293) or Transatlantic Literary History (ENGL 294) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Heidi Lawrence, MPhil Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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British Literature 1603–1660: The Late Renaissance ENGL 385 Description: Drama, poetry, and prose of the late Renaissance. Note: Online access to BYU library services. Prerequisites: Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251), British Literary History 1 (ENGL 291), and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jason A. Kerr, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Young Adult Literature ENGL 420 Description: Literature written for or read by teenagers. Prerequisites: Introduction to English Studies (ENGL 251), and Writing Literary Criticism (ENGL 295) or instructor permission Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Rachel L. Wadham, MLS, MEd Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
The Senior Course: Directed Literary Research and Writing ENGL 495 Description: In-depth study of a limited area of literature, language, or criticism. Content varies; requires research and writing. Prerequisites: Shakespeare (ENGL 382); or Milton (ENGL 383); or Major Authors (ENGL 384R); senior status. Chaucer (ENGL 381) is also a valid prerequisite choice. See the Humanities Advisement Center to obtain a permission-to-add code. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Joseph J. Darowski, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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An Introduction to the Humanities IHUM 101 Description: Study of the arts emphasizing forms and relationships, the development of critical skills, and an awareness of traditional humanistic values. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Arts requirement Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Kathryn Issak Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Western Humanities 1: Antiquity to Renaissance IHUM 201 Description: Western civilization from Greek antiquity to Renaissance from perspective of traditional humanistic values reflected in its arts and ideas. Examines fundamental questions about human experience, formative events in history, and value of important literary and artistic texts. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Michael Call, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Western Humanities 2: Renaissance to the Present IHUM 202 Description: Western civilization from Renaissance to present from perspective of traditional humanistic values reflected in its arts and ideas. Examines fundamental questions about human experience, formative events in history, and value of important literary and artistic texts. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Nathaniel Kramer, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Middle Eastern History from 1800 MESA 467R Description: History of the Middle East in the modern period after 1800; rise of the nation states, relationship with the West, and role of Islam. Note: Students in the BYU Middle East Studies/Arabic major or minor program must obtain approval from the MESA Coordinator or the Kennedy Center Academic Advisor before taking the online course. General transcript title: Topics in Middle East Studies. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jason Andrus, JD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Writing and Rhetoric (Freshman Writing) WRTG 150 Description: Processes of writing, reading, and research with an emphasis on argumentation and rhetorical analysis. Note: Fulfills BYU General Education First-Year Writing requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Joseph Darowski or Susan Morris, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Formal Logic PHIL 205 Description: History and use of syllogistic and propositional logic; evaluating arguments with Venn diagrams, truth tables, and Copi-style proofs and proof strategies; informal reasoning and fallacies. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: David Jensen, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Intermediate Formal Logic PHIL 305 Description: History and use of first-order logic and second-order logic; naturaldeduction and axiomatic proofs; modal logic; set theory and foundations of mathematics. Note: Fulfills BYU GE Languages of Learning Requirement. Prerequisites: Deductive Logic (PHIL 205) or Fundamentals of Mathematics (MATH 290) Instructor: David Jensen, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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LIFE SCIENCES Principles of Biology
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BIO 100 Description: Introductory course for general education students. Note: The final exam is only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Stephanie Burdett, M.Ed Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636 NEW
Introduction to Bioinformatics BIO 165 Description: Introduction to basic concepts in bioinformatics. Standard bioinformatic applications. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Perry Ridge, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Science of Wellness EXSC 221 Description: A comprehensive study of the science of wellness of the whole individual. The science of wellness draws principles from exercise sciences, biological sciences, and behavioral sciences. The research from psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) supports specifically the holistic wellness paradigm whose focus is that every aspect of each human being—the body, mind, and spirit— is involved in all wellness activities, and all affect the whole individual. Students will discover this new paradigm and experience the blending of the sciences to support the integrated nature of our being. Note: This course requires 4 months to complete. Please plan accordingly. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Ronald L. Hager, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Kinesiology and Biomechanics EXSC 362 Description: This course focuses on kinesiology and the biomechanics of human activity. The course includes application of physical laws to human performance including, linear and angular motion, projectile motion, forces, impulse and momentum, fluid mechanics, and tissue mechanics. Note: The exams are only available to be taken in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Prerequisites: College Algebra (Math 110) or higher; General Physics 1 (PHSCS 105) is recommended Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Iain Hunter, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Lifestyle and Chronic Disease Prevention EXSC 387 Description: Current scientific evidence demonstrating how lifestyle affects disease processes. Healthy lifestyle concepts specifically needed by wellness professionals, health educators, and health promotion practitioners; influence of unhealthy lifestyle as basis for chronic diseases, i.e., cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Ronald L. Hager, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Stress Management EXSC 410 Description: Teaches students the basic principles, theories, and relaxation techniques to effectively manage personal stress. Students gain a greater understanding of the mindbody relationship, learn to employ a holistic approach to stress, and adopt effective cognitive, coping, and relaxation techniques. Ultimately, students experience a more effective approach to optimal lifelong health. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Bruce W. Bailey, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Exercise Physiology EXSC 463 Description: The function of the physiological systems and their responses to acute and chronic exercise. Prerequisites: Human Physiology (PDBIO 305) with Lab or Advanced Physiology (PDBIO 362) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Pat Vehrs, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Principles and Practices of Health Promotion HLTH 330 Description: Introduction to the health promotion profession, emphasizing current issues, professional preparation and employment, as well as the philosophy and foundations of professional practice in various settings. Instructor: Joshua H. West, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Health Behavior Change HLTH 335 Description: Understanding health behavior change theories for individuals and populations. Practical application of related models and theories. Note: For the Introduction to Health Behavior Theory textbook, the 1st edition is preferred, but the 2nd will do as well. Prerequisites: Principles and Practices of Health Promotion (HLTH 330) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Joshua H. West, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Principles of Epidemiology HLTH 345 Description: Applying analytical tools to study acute and chronic disease to facilitate investigation and control of epidemics. Prerequisites: Principles of Statistics (STAT 121) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Ray M. Merrill, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Sexuality Education in the Curriculum HLTH 436 Description: Prepares prospective teachers to teach sexuality education related to health curricula. Maturation, family health issues, parenthood, interpersonal skills, and related pedagogy issues. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Parley Hall, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Introduction to Statistical Computing in Epidemiology (SAS) HLTH 440 Description: Are you ready to harness the power of statistics? HLTH 440: Introduction to Statistical Computing in Epidemiology (SAS) will introduce you to the basics of data management, reporting, and analysis using Microsoft Excel and SAS. You will join the statistical elite as you learn to create and manage databases; create tables, charts, and graphs for data presentation; create SAS code to manipulate data sets; conduct basic analyses; and interpret the resulting output from SAS. HLTH 440 is a required course for public health majors in the epidemiology emphasis and an elective for students in some other emphases. Prerequisites: Principles of Statistics (STAT 121) and Principles of Epidemiology (HLTH 345) or equivalent Instructor: Brianna Magnusson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
International Health HLTH 480 Description: Identifying disease patterns in “developing” countries, exploring the social and cultural context of health, and reviewing behavior change strategies for improving well-being. Note: Students will need access to software and equipment to create and post a 5-minute video presentation. Instructor: Benjamin T. Crookston, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
General Biology: Health and Disease MMBIO 121 Description: An overview of the living world and how it functions and adapts in the context of human health and disease. Note: The exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Kim O’Neill, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
General Microbiology MMBIO 221 Description: Microbial world, emphasizing communicable diseases, their causes and control. Note: Recommended for students seeking a liberal education in microbiology who do not have the prerequisites to take the more advanced courses. Prerequisites: Any biology course Recommended: Any chemistry course Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Richard A. Robison, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Molecular Biology MMBIO 240 Description: Fundamentals of protein and nucleic acid structure and their function in the context of the classical experiments that have informed our current models of biology at the molecular level. Prerequisites: Biology (BIO 130) and General College Chemistry (CHEM 105); or Science of Biology (PDBIO 120) and General College Chemistry (CHEM 105); or General Biology: Health and Disease (MMBIO 121) and General College Chemistry (CHEM 105); or equivalent skills
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Essentials of Human Nutrition NDFS 100 Description: Food-oriented study of nutritional facts and principles as a basis for dietary choices; consequences of choices; scientifically examining controversial topics. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Minhee Kang, RD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Science of Biology PDBIO 120 Description: General biology course designed for biological science majors, emphasizing the scientific method, cell theory, biochemical unity, the central dogma, bioenergetics, reproduction, and evolutionary theory. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: David Kooyman, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Human Biology PDBIO 205 Description: Body systems and influence of heredity. For non-biology majors. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Roy Silcox, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Human Anatomy (with virtual lab) PDBIO 210 Description: Structure and function of the human body. Virtual lab experience included. Note: This is a human anatomy course. As such, it covers all parts of the body, including those associated with reproduction. Please be aware that all exams are proctored and taken online. There are a number of textbook options to choose from; just be sure that you purchase access to the textbook content and Connect/APR. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Michael Stark, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Residential Landscape Design PWS 103 Description: Design and composition as applied to development of residential grounds. Note: Students will need to purchase basic drafting tools and supplies, as well as be able to create clear, large (at least 24” x 36”), high-resolution images of their work. An assignment and the portfolios must be submitted by mail as hardcopies. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Phil S. Allen, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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NURSING Nursing and Medical Terminology NURS 102 Description: Nursing and medical terminology for prenursing and beginning nursing students or those interested in health occupations. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Peggy H. Anderson, MS Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
PHYSICAL AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES Elementary College Chemistry CHEM 100 Description: Structure of matter and the chemical consequences of that structure. Note: Please be aware that there is no homework score resubmission, and no extension available. One retake for a fee for each exam is allowed. For nonscience and nonmedical majors. Prerequisites: Physical Science (PHYS 100) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Matt A. Peterson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
General College Chemistry 1 CHEM 105 Description: Atomic and molecular structure including bonding and periodic properties of the elements; reaction energetics, electrochemistry, acids and bases, inorganic and organic chemistry. Note: Primarily for students in engineering and biological sciences. Prerequisites: College Algebra (Math 110) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Roger Harrison, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $860
Large-Scale Distributed System Design CS 462 Description: Principles and concepts of designing and building distributed systems. Introduction to architectures for distributed computation. Reliability, availability, and scalability of large applications. Cloud computing and APIs. Prerequisites: Software Design and Testing (CS 340) and Internet Programming (CS 360) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Phillip Windley, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Geology GEOL 101 Description: Cultural focus on physical and environmental geology for nonscience majors; rocks and minerals. Field trips. Note: Partially satisfies the BYU Core Physical Science requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Sam Hudson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $648
Life of the Past GEOL 103 Description: Cultural focus on historical geology for nonscience majors; fossils. Note: Partially satisfies the BYU Core Physical Science requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Scott M. Ritter, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Intermediate Algebra MATH 097 Description: Elementary logic, real number system, equations and inequalities (linear, polynomial, rational, and radical expressions), graphing, function notation, inverse function, exponential functions, systems of equations, and variations. Note: There are homework assignments for every lesson. The homework is done online through MyMathLab. Please note there is no resubmission allowed for the final homework grade. This course performs best in Mozilla Firefox; other browsers may not work as well. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jackie Robertson, MS Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $212 NEW
Quantitative Reasoning MATH 102 Description: Practicing and applying quantitative reasoning: personal finance, consumer statistics, etc. For students who do not need developmental algebra for subsequent courses. Instructor: Kenyon Platt, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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College Algebra MATH 110 Description: Functions, polynomials, theory of equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, matrices, determinants, systems of linear equations, permutations, combinations, binomial theorem. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Quantitative Reasoning requirement. No calculators are allowed on the exams—including phone or tablet apps, graphing, financial, or other type of calculator. Prerequisites: Intermediate Algebra (MATH 097) or equivalent skill Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Robin Roundy, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Trigonometry MATH 111 Description: Circular functions, triangle relationships, identities, inverse trig functions, trigonometric equations, vectors, complex numbers, DeMoivre’s theorem. Note: Students will need to purchase access to MyLabsPlus to do the homework. This access can be bundled with the textbook. See the syllabus for details. Prerequisites: College Algebra (MATH 110) or equivalent skill Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Robin Roundy, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
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Calculus 1 MATH 112 Description: Differential and integral calculus: limits; continuity; the derivative and applications; extrema; the definite integral; fundamental theorem of calculus; L’Hopital’s rule. Prerequisites: Students are expected to know the material in College Algebra (MATH 110) and Trigonometry (MATH 111) or the equivalent. This could also be satisfied with a good course in precalculus. Students will also be required to take a pretest to exhibit competency in these areas. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Steven M. McKay, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Calculus 2 MATH 113 Description: Techniques and applications of integration; sequences, series, convergence tests, power series; parametric equations; polar coordinates. Prerequisites: Calculus 1 (MATH 112) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Steven M. McKay, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Essentials of Calculus MATH 116 Description: Review of algebra, graph of line, slope. Limits and derivatives (standard functions, compositions of such functions), derivative for polynomials, exponentials, logarithms. Product, quotient and chain rule. Optimization (extrema), application to business problems. Newton’s method. Note: Students have 6 months to complete the course and 8 attempts to pass the final exam. This course is Pass/ Fail. Students must get 80% or above on the exam to pass the course. The purpose of this class is for students to understand the idea of a derivative and how to use it to optimize a function. Prerequisites: College Algebra (MATH 110) or equivalent Instructor: Steven M. McKay, PhD Credits: 1.0 Tuition: $212
Finite Mathematics MATH 118 Description: Language of set theory, counting and combinations. Probability theory, elementary stochastic processes, conditional probabilities. Repeated experiments, random variables, expectation, variance, linear equations, matrix algebra, application to economics or similar. Linear programming. Markov chains including applications. Note: The tuition fee in this course covers access to the textbook (online). You do not need to purchase a textbook, but you may purchase a hard copy text if you wish. Prerequisites: College Algebra (MATH 110) Instructor: Steven M. McKay, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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General Physics 1 PHSCS 105 Description: Applied physics course not requiring calculus. Topics include mechanics, heat, wave motion, and sound. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Natural Sciences elective. Mac Users: It is strongly recommended that Chrome or Safari be used as the browser; Adobe® Reader® must be used to view this course. Before registering for this course, we recommend you take the pretest. The pretest covers several basic questions that will allow you to determine if you are comfortable enough with these concepts to succeed in this class. The exams are only available to be taken in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Prerequisites: High school algebra and trigonometry Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Michael Joner, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
General Physics 2 PHSCS 106 Description: Continuation of PHSCS 105. Topics include electricity and magnetism, atomic and nuclear physics, and optics. Note: BYU Independent Study does not offer Applied Physics laboratories. If students require a physics laboratory, it is recommended that they enroll concurrently in an introductory applied physics laboratory at their local college, in which case they will need to correlate the topics covered in their laboratory with those in this course. The exams are only available to be taken in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Prerequisites: Introductory Applied Physics (PHSCS 105) or equivalent skill Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Michael Joner, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Introduction to Newtonian Mechanics PHSCS 121 Description: Linear, circular, and projectile motion; their prediction from forces and torques. Conservation of energy and momentum. Virtual lab. Note: Partially satisfies BYU Core Physical Sciences requirement. If you plan on taking PHSCS 123 and 220, you may want to buy the non-custom version of volume 1 (with chapters 1-46) rather than the custom version of the textbook that has only chapters 1-13 and 15. Assignment resubmissions are not allowed in this course. Mac Users: It is strongly recommended that Chrome or Safari be used as the browser; Adobe® Reader® must be used to view this course. Prerequisites: Calculus or concurrent enrollment Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Grant W. Hart, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Waves, Optics, and Thermodynamics PHSCS 123 Description: Waves, thermal physics, optics, special relativity, and introduction to modern physics. Note: Partially satisfies the BYU CCore Physical Science requirement. Either the 6th or 7th edition of the textbook can be used; please see the syllabus for details. The same textbook, Physics for Scientists and Engineers by Serway (7th edition, containing chapters 1-46, ISBN 0495112453) can be used for PHSCS 121, PHSCS 123, and PHSCS 220. Prerequisites: Calculus 1 (MATH 112) and Introduction to Newtonian Mechanics (PHSCS 121) Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Grant W. Hart, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Descriptive Astronomy PHSCS 127 Description: Nonmathematical presentation of knowledge of the content and history of the cosmos, frequently using observatory and planetarium. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Michael Joner, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Energy, Ecology, Weather and the Environment PHSCS 137 Description: Nonmathematical introduction to meteorology. Atmospheric structure and dynamic behavior, focusing on short-term violent weather and longerterm hazards: drought, floods, heat waves, cold waves, and climate change, including human environmental impact. Note: Partially satisfies the BYU Core Physical Sciences requirement. Prerequisites: Physical Science Fundamentals (PHY S 100) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Bryan G. Peterson, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism PHSCS 220 Description: Electricity and magnetism Prerequisites: Introduction to Newtonian Mechanics (PHSCS 121) and Calculus 2 (MATH 113) or equivalent Instructor: Michael Ware, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Physical Science PHY S 100 Description: Conceptual lectures and demonstrations of the most significant and universal laws and models describing the physical world by faculty from Physics and Astronomy, Chemistry, and Geology Departments. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Physical Science requirement. Please note that either the 2nd or 3rd edition of the textbook Physical Science Concepts can be used for this course. Also, because of a downloadable program for lesson 20, Microsoft® Internet Explorer® should be used as the browser for lesson 20 and (with one exception) in lesson 17. Mac Users: We recommend using Firefox® as your browser, particularly when you submit assignments. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Laralee Ireland, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Introduction to Statistics STAT 105 Description: Fundamental ideas and applications of statistics. Note: Due to the nature of this course’s learning outcomes, the exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Lacey Gunter, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
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Principles of Statistics STAT 121 Description: Graphical displays and numerical summaries, data collection methods, probability, sampling distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing involving one or two means and proportions, contingency tables, correlation and simple linear regression. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Perpetua Nielsen, MS Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION The Book of Mormon 1 REL A 121 Description: Narrative, doctrines, and precepts of the Book of Mormon. Covers 1 Nephi through Alma 29. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: John L. Hilton, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The Book of Mormon 2 REL A 122 Description: Narrative, doctrines, and precepts of the Book of Mormon. Covers Alma 30 through Moroni 10. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Byron R. Merrill, JD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The New Testament 1 REL A 211 Description: Historical background, narrative, and doctrines of the New Testament. Covers the life and teachings of Jesus Christ set forth in the four Gospels. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Byron R. Merrill, JD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The New Testament 2 REL A 212 Description: Historical background, narrative, and doctrines of the New Testament. Covers the Acts of the Apostles through the Revelation of John. Note: Satisfies the BYU Core New Testament requirement. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Thomas Wayment, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
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The Old Testament 1 REL A 301 Description: Historical background, narrative, and doctrines of the Old Testament. Covers Genesis through 2 Samuel. Note: Submission of more than one lesson per week is not allowed without special permission from the instructor. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Jared Ludlow, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The Old Testament 2 REL A 302 Description: Historical background, narrative, and doctrine of the Old Testament. Covers 1 Kings through Malachi. Continuation of REL A 301 (The Old Testament). Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Kerry M. Muhlestein, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Writings of Isaiah REL A 304 Description: Teachings and prophecies of Isaiah in light of their historical context and relevance to latter-day people. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Shon Hopkin, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The Pearl of Great Price REL A 327 Description: Historical background and doctrines of the Pearl of Great Price. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Daniel L. Belnap, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
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Missionary Preparation REL C 130 Description: Focuses upon the purpose, skills, and doctrines of missionary work and prepares prospective missionaries for a more meaningful MTC and mission experience. Note: Recommended for all prospective LDS missionaries. This class may not be taken or retaken by returned missionaries or non-LDS students. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Michael A. Goodman, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The Eternal Family REL C 200 Description: Devoted to teachings on the Plan of Redemption and the central role of the family in that plan. The doctrine of the family is explored as it is taught throughout the standard works and in “The Family: A Proclamation to the World,” as well as through the temple and saving ordinances and covenants. Note: This course will not substitute for The Eternal Family (SFL 200). Instructor: Mark Ogletree, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The Doctrine and Covenants 1 REL C 324 Description: Origin, content, and teachings of the Doctrine and Covenants. Discusses sections 1 through 76. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Scott Esplin, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
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The Doctrine and Covenants 2 REL C 325 Description: Origin, content, and teachings of the Doctrine and Covenants. Considers sections 77 through 138. Continuation of The Doctrine and Covenants (REL C 324). Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Scott C Esplin, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The Living Prophets REL C 333 Description: Doctrines, administration, backgrounds, and current teachings of the living prophets, seers, and revelators. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Robert C. Freeman, JD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Joseph Smith and the Restoration: 1805–1845 REL C 341 Description: Life and ministry of the Prophet Joseph Smith, coming forth of the Book of Mormon, organization of the church, foundational revelations, building the Kirtland Temple, Missouri persecutions, establishment of Nauvoo, and events leading to the Martyrdom. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Mary Jane Woodger, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Pioneers and Persecution: 1846–1899 REL C 342 Description: Exodus from Nauvoo, the experience of Mormon pioneers crossing the plains, establishing Zion in the Great Basin, plural marriage and government persecution, the Manifesto, and events leading to Utah statehood. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Richard Bennett, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
The Modern Church, 1900 to the Present REL C 343 Description: The Church in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, international expansion, significant developments of Church programs and structure, the Church during wartime, the worldwide spread of temples. Instructor: Mary Jane Woodger, EdD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Survey of World Religions REL C 351 Description: Explores the origins, theological doctrines, scriptural works, and religious practices of several internationally religious traditions, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto. Comparisons are offered between these religions, and Latter-day Saints belief and practice. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Alonzo L. Gaskill, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
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Career Exploration STDEV 117 Description: Applying theories of individual, academic, and career development to the university student. Exploring university opportunities and college majors; graduation planning. Note: There is a $10 materials charge for the Strong Interest Inventory that you will do in this course. Instructor: Tyler R. Pedersen, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Life Planning and Decision Making STDEV 140 Description: Individual development in life planning and decision making, emphasizing personal maturity, goal setting, and decision-making abilities in areas of common concern to young adults. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Tyler R. Pedersen, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
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STDEV 150 Description: Principles and methods of public speaking; speaking experiences. Instructor: Stephanie E. Freeman, MA Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
Career Strategies for Employment and Internships STDEV 317 Description: Preparing for employment and internship opportunities. Practical strategies to facilitate internship and/ or career preparation: resumes, cover letters, networking, interviewing, and internet research. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: L. Maureen Rice, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
Graduate School Preparation STDEV 318 Description: Preparing students to craft competitive graduate school application documents. Pragmatic strategies to facilitate preparation and understanding of references, graduate program research, personal statements, scholarships and financial aid, entrance exams, resumes and interviewing. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: L. Maureen Rice, PhD Credits: 2.0 Tuition: $424
WORLD LANGUAGES First-Year Arabic 1 ARAB 101 Description: Basic skills of spoken and written Arabic. Note: This course involves regular speaking appointments with an Arabic-speaking mentor. A webcam, a microphone, and speakers will be necessary to conduct required speaking appointments. Access to a printer/ scanner is necessary to complete required written assignments. Due to the nature of this course’s learning outcomes, the exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Suggested first class for students learning Arabic. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: R. Kirk Belnap, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
First-Year Arabic 2 ARAB 102 Description: Second-semester Arabic. Basic language skills, spoken and written. Note: This course requires regular online speaking appointments with an Arabicspeaking mentor; you will need Adobe® Connect™, a webcam, a microphone, speakers or headphones, and highspeed internet access (hardwired recommended) for these appointments. Written assignments require the use of a printer and scanner or digital camera. Exams are only available in a paper format; please plan for shipping time. Prerequisites: First-Year Arabic (ARAB 101) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: R. Kirk Belnap, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
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First-Year American Sign Language ASL 101 Description: First in a series of courses which focuses on acquiring basic ASL skills, both receptive and expressive. An introduction to the Deaf community and culture will be provided. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Camilla Wilding Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Beginning Mandarin 1 CHIN 101 Description: Basic grammar, vocabulary building, speaking. Note: This course is not supported on Chromebooks. Students must have a headset/a microphone and speakers to complete required speaking appointments. A webcam is preferred but not required. Access to a printer and scanner is also necessary for written assignments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection. Due to the nature of this course’s learning outcomes, the exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Instructor: Josh Hogue, MA Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $885
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Beginning Mandarin 2 CHIN 102 Description: Continuation of CHIN 101. Note: This course is not supported on Chromebooks. Students must have a headset/a microphone and speakers to complete required speaking appointments. A webcam is preferred but not required. Access to a printer and scanner is also necessary for written assignments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection. Due to the nature of this course’s learning outcomes, the exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Prerequisites: Beginning Mandarin (CHIN 101) or equivalent Instructor: Josh Hogue, MA Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $885
First-Year French, Part 1 FREN 101 Description: Development of the four language skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Alissa Jackson, BA Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848 NEW
First-Year French, Part 2 FREN 102 Description: Development of the four language skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Alissa Jackson, BA Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
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Intermediate French, Part 2 FREN 202 Description: Extensive reading in French literature and culture. Note: This course earns BYU Core credit. Prerequisites: Intermediate French, Part 1 (FREN 201) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Marc Olivier, PhD Credits: 3.0 Tuition: $636
First-Year German 1 GERM 101 Description: Listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and culture. Note: Students must have a webcam, a microphone, and speakers to complete required speaking appointments. Access to a printer/scanner/smartphone is also necessary for submitting written assignments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection during the appointment. Prerequisites: For those who have had no German. Instructor: Joseph Bahr Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
First-Year German 2 GERM 102 Description: Listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and culture. Note: Students must have a webcam, a microphone, and speakers to complete required speaking appointments. Access to a printer/scanner/smartphone is also necessary for submitting written assignments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection during the appointment. Prerequisites: C grade or better in FirstYear German 1 (GERM 101) or equivalent Instructor: Jessica Bryan, MA Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Second-Year German 1 GERM 201 Description: Reading, writing, grammar, culture, listening, and speaking. Note: Students must have a headset/ mic and speakers to complete required speaking appointments. A webcam is preferred but not required. Access to a printer/scanner/smartphone is also necessary for submitting written assignments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection. Prerequisites: C grade or better in FirstYear German 2 (GERM 102) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Cindy P. Brewer, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Second-Year German 2 GERM 202 Description: Culminating course for Languages of Learning requirement emphasizing culture and literature. Continued writing, grammar, listening, and speaking. Note: Students must have a headset/ mic and speakers to complete required speaking appointments. A webcam is preferred but not required. Access to a printer/scanner/smartphone is also necessary for submitting written assignments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection. Prerequisites: C grade or better in Second-Year German 1 (GERM 201) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Cindy P. Brewer, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
First-Year Biblical Hebrew 1 HEB 131 Description: Old Testament Hebrew. Provides foundation in grammar and vocabulary; reading Hebrew prose texts in Bible. Note: Assignment resubmissions are not available in this course. Due to the nature of this course’s learning outcomes, the exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Geraldine Clements, M.Ed Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
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First-Year Biblical Hebrew 2 HEB 132 Description: Old Testament Hebrew. Provides foundation in grammar and vocabulary; reading Hebrew prose texts in the Bible. Note: Due to the nature of this course’s learning outcomes, the exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Prerequisites: First-Year Biblical Hebrew (HEB 131) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Geraldine Clements, M.Ed Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Japanese Reading and Culture JAPAN 301 Description: Reading and writing emphasizing essential characters, vocabulary, grammar, and culture. First course for returned missionaries. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Languages of Learning requirement. Prerequisites: Second-Year Japanese (JAPAN 202) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Ron Arthur, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Readings in Japanese History and Culture JAPAN 302 Description: Readings in Japanese history and literature with essential characters, vocabulary, and grammatical principles. Note: Satisfies BYU Core Languages of Learning requirement. Prerequisites: Japanese Reading and Culture (JAPAN 301) or instructor’s consent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Ron Arthur, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
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First-Year Korean 1 KOREA 101 Description: Han’gul, the phonetic system, basic grammar and vocabulary, discourse, reading, and culture. Note: Students must have a headset/a microphone and speakers to complete required speaking appointments. A webcam is preferred but not required. Access to a printer/scanner is also necessary for written assignments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection. Due to the nature of this course’s learning outcomes, the exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Julie Damron, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
First-Year Korean 2 KOREA 102 Description: Continuation of KOREA 101. Phonetic system, basic grammar, vocabulary, discourse, reading, and culture. Note: Students must have access to high speed internet, a microphone, speakers (or headphones), a webcam (optional), and a printer/scanner/smartphone for scanning/uploading written assignments. This course performs best in Mozilla Firefox; other browsers may not work quite as well. Due to the nature of this course’s learning outcomes, the exams are only available in a paper format. Please plan for shipping time. Prerequisites: First-Year Korean 1 (KOREA 101) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Julie Damron, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $848
Foundational Spanish 1 SPAN 101 Description: Fundamentals of Spanish, emphasizing communication. Note: SPAN 101 is a pass/fail course. You will receive a P (pass) or E (fail) on your transcript, not a letter grade. Please see the syllabus for more information. Students must have a headset/mic, webcam, speakers to complete required speaking appointments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection. Access to a printer/scanner may be useful. The materials fee in this course covers access to the textbook (online) and the online lab. You do not need to purchase a textbook, but you may purchase a hard copy text if you wish. Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Rob Martinsen, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $885
Foundational Spanish 2 SPAN 102 Description: Continuation of SPAN 101. Fundamentals of Spanish, emphasizing communication. Note: SPAN 102 is a pass/fail course. You will receive a P (pass) or E (fail) on your transcript, not a letter grade. Please see the syllabus for more information. Students must have a headset/mic, webcam, and speakers to complete required speaking appointments. For optimal connection speeds during speaking appointments, it is recommended to use a hardwired, high-speed internet connection. Access to a printer/scanner may be useful. The materials fee in this course covers access to the textbook (online) and the online lab. You do not need to purchase a textbook, but you may purchase a hardcopy text if you wish. Prerequisites: Foundational Spanish 1 (SPAN 101) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Instructor: Rob Martinsen, PhD Credits: 4.0 Tuition: $885
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Dynamic University Math Exams To enhance test security, University BYU Independent Study courses now employ dynamic test banks. Each and every student receives a unique set of test questions, thanks to the millions of possible exam iterations. Practice exams also use dynamic test banks, giving students ample opportunity to practice and make sure they will be successful on exams. Students can take practice exams as many times as they want and will see different questions every time. This automatic variability also includes built-in safeguards to ensure parallel, equivalent levels of difficulty between tests. Math exams are no longer printed, but must be taken online at an approved testing center after showing valid government identification. All this adds up to provide secure, reliable tests of student knowledge.
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Middle School Courses CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION Middle School Photography: Drawing with Light CTE 030 . . . . . . . . . . 132 Middle School Career Explorations 1 CTE 031 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Middle School Career Exploration 2 CTE 032 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Middle School Digital Art and Design CTE 033 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
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Character of America: Documents and Symbols
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USA 041
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Character of America: The People USA 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 1 XPLR 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 2 XPLR 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Middle School Journalism: Tell Your Story CTE 034 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 3 XPLR 045 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
ELECTIVES
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
Middle School Photography: Drawing with Light CTE 030 . . . . . . . . . . 133 Middle School Career Explorations 1 CTE 031 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Middle School Career Exploration 2 CTE 032 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Middle School Digital Art and Design CTE 033 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Middle School Journalism: Tell Your Story CTE 034 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Financial Literacy Life Preparation
FINL 041
REAL 041
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Why Try? Life Skills for Student Success RES 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Personal Freedom
SELFG 041 . . . . . . . . .
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SELFG 043. . . . . .
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Project Self-Discovery
Dating: Romance and Reason SELFG 047 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Essential Life Skills
SELFG 049. . . . . . . . .
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Leadership
SELFG 051 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Study Skills
SELFG 055. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Education and Career Planning SELFG 057 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
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English Seventh-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 031 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Seventh-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 033 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Eighth-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 035 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Eighth-Grade English Part 2 ENGL 037 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Reading Reading Comprehension, Part 1 READ 033 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Reading Comprehension, Part 2 READ 035 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
FINE ARTS Introduction to Art
ART 031 . . . . . . . . . .
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Guitar Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 043
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Guitar Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 044
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Ukulele Basics, Part 1
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Ukulele Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 046
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Bass Guitar Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 047 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Drums Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 053 . . . . . .
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Drums Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 054 . . . . . .
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Voice Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 055 . . . . . . .
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Voice Basics, Part 2
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AEROB 045 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Bowling
BOWL 041
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Cycling
CYCLE 041
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Fitness for Living Well
FIT 041
Lifetime Weight Control
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FIT 045 . . . . . . .
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Fitness for Sports and Recreation FIT 049 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Golf
GOLF 041
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Health Education Jogging
JOG 041
HLTH 041 . . . . . . . . . . .
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Intermediate Swimming Tennis
Eighth-Grade Mathematics, Part 1 MATH 035 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Eighth-Grade Mathematics, Part 2 MATH 037 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
MUSIC
HEALTH Aerobics
Seventh-Grade Mathematics, Part 2 MATH 033. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
SWIM 043
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TEN 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Walking Fitness
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Weight Training
WTRNG 041
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HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE Survey of World History, Part 1 SOCST 033 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Survey of World History, Part 2 SOCST 034 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 United States History, Part 1 SOCST 035 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 United States History, Part 2 SOCST 036 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 United States History, Part 3 SOCST 037 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Guitar Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 043
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Guitar Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 044
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Ukulele Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 045 . . . . .
Ukulele Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 046
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Bass Guitar Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 047 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Drums Basics, Part 1
MUSIC 053 . . . . . .
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Drums Basics, Part 2
MUSIC 054 . . . . . .
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Voice Basics, Part 1
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Voice Basics, Part 2
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SCIENCE Seventh-Grade Science, Part 1 GSCI 031 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Seventh-Grade Science, Part 2 GSCI 033 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Eighth-Grade Science, Part 1 GSCI 035 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Eighth-Grade Science, Part 2 GSCI 037 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
WORLD LANGUAGES First-Year ASL, Part 1
ASL 041
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First-Year ASL, Part 2
ASL 043
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First-Year Chinese, Part 1
CHIN 041 . . .
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First-Year Chinese, Part 2
CHIN 043 . . .
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United States History, Part 4 SOCST 038 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
First-Year French, Part 1
FREN 041. . . . .
First-Year French, Part 2
FREN 043
MATHEMATICS
First-Year German, Part 1
GERM 041 . . .
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First-Year German, Part 2
GERM 043 . . .
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Pre-Algebra, Part 1
ALG 041. . . . . . . . . .
Pre-Algebra, Part 2
ALG 043
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Seventh-Grade Mathematics, Part 1 MATH 031. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
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First-Year Japanese, Part 1 JAPAN 041 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 First-Year Japanese, Part 2 JAPAN 043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
First-Year Korean, Part 1
KOREA 041
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First-Year Korean, Part 2
KOREA 043
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First-Year Latin, Part 1
LATIN 041
First-Year Latin, Part 2
LATIN 043 . . . . . .
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First-Year Russian, Part 1
RUSS 041. . . .
First-Year Russian, Part 2
RUSS 043
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First-Year Spanish, Part 1
SPAN 041
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First-Year Spanish, Part 2
SPAN 043
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CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION Middle School Photography: Drawing with Light CTE 030 Description: Photographs play an important role in our world today. We photograph to preserve memories, document events, and create artistic works. This course introduces students to the basics of photography, including camera functions and photo composition. Students will learn what it takes to create a good photograph and how to improve photographs of animals, people, and vacations. They will also begin working with their photographs using photo-editing software. Through a variety of assigned projects, students will engage their creativity by photographing a range of subjects and learning to see the world through the lens of their cameras. Note: See syllabus for required course materials. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software, search the internet, and take and upload digital photos. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Middle School Career Exploration 1 CTE 031 Description: When you think about your future, what careers do you see? Police officer? Nurse? Farmer? Restaurant manager? In Middle School Career Exploration, you’ll explore careers in more than 15 different career areas. From the energy field to sales and from law to transportation, you’ll learn more about what careers are available and what you need to do to be a success. In addition, you’ll examine how to choose the career that is best for you based on your own unique personality and interests. And you can begin developing your leadership skills now. Middle School Career
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Exploration will help you prepare for your future now! What do want to be? Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software, search the internet, and create digital videos. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Middle School Career Exploration 2 CTE 032 Description: Imagine that it’s 20 years from now. What career do you see yourself in? What do you imagine that you’ll be doing? Will you be fighting forest fires or engineering the next rocket into space? With all the careers available, it can be difficult to narrow them down. In Middle School Career Explorations 2 we’ll explore more careers and see what it takes to succeed. You’ll learn more about what steps are needed to prepare for your career and how to compare the pros and cons of different career choices. Finally, you’ll get the chance to try out parts of different careers to see if you’re a perfect fit! Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Middle School Digital Art and Design CTE 033 Description: There are so many different types of art in this world—fine art, classical art, visual art—but the impact of digital art and design is all around us, often in ways that you probably aren’t even aware of! After taking Digital Art and Design, you’ll enjoy a deeper understanding and appreciation for all things digital as you explore this special genre of art found in everything from advertising to animation to photography and beyond. In this course, you’ll learn about the evolution of art, the basic principles of art and design, and the role of art in politics and
society. Additionally, you will actually create your own digital art and make it come alive. Give your creative side a boost with this Digital Art and Design course! Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software and take digital photos and video. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Middle School Journalism: Tell Your Story CTE 034 Description: Who? What? When? Where? How? Journalism provides us with the answers to these questions for the events that affect our lives. In this course, students will learn how to gather information effectively, organize ideas, format stories for media production, and edit their stories for publication. The course will also examine the historical development of journalism and the role of journalism in society. Note: Must have access to word processing software and a device for recording digital video. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software and record video. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
ELECTIVES Middle School Photography: Drawing with Light CTE 030 Description: Photographs play an important role in our world today. We photograph to preserve memories, document events, and create artistic works. This course introduces students to the basics of photography, including camera functions and photo composition. Students will learn what it takes to create a good photograph and how to improve photographs of animals, people,
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and vacations. They will also begin working with their photographs using photo-editing software. Through a variety of assigned projects, students will engage their creativity by photographing a range of subjects and learning to see the world through the lens of their cameras. Note: See syllabus for required course materials. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software, search the internet, and take and upload digital photos. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Middle School Career Exploration 1 CTE 031 Description: When you think about your future, what careers do you see? Police officer? Nurse? Farmer? Restaurant manager? In Middle School Career Exploration, you’ll explore careers in more than 15 different career areas. From the energy field to sales and from law to transportation, you’ll learn more about what careers are available and what you need to do to be a success. In addition, you’ll examine how to choose the career that is best for you based on your own unique personality and interests. And you can begin developing your leadership skills now. Middle School Career Exploration will help you prepare for your future now! What do want to be? Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software, search the internet, and create digital videos. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Middle School Career Exploration 2 CTE 032 Description: Imagine that it’s 20 years from now. What career do you see yourself in? What do you imagine that you’ll be doing? Will you be fighting forest fires or engineering the next rocket into space? With all the careers available, it can be difficult to narrow them down. In Middle School Career Explorations 2 we’ll explore more careers and see what it takes to succeed. You’ll learn more about what steps are needed to prepare for your career and how to compare the pros and cons of different career choices. Finally, you’ll get the chance to try out parts of different careers to see if you’re a perfect fit! Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Middle School Digital Art and Design CTE 033 Description: There are so many different types of art in this world—fine art, classical art, visual art—but the impact of digital art and design is all around us, often in ways that you probably aren’t even aware of! After taking Digital Art and Design, you’ll enjoy a deeper understanding and appreciation for all things digital as you explore this special genre of art found in everything from advertising to animation to photography and beyond. In this course, you’ll learn about the evolution of art, the basic principles of art and design, and the role of art in politics and society. Additionally, you will actually create your own digital art and make it come alive. Give your creative side a boost with this Digital Art and Design course! Note: See course requirements online.
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Prerequisite: Know how to use required software and take digital photos and video. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Middle School Journalism: Tell Your Story CTE 034 Description: Are you someone who likes to get the story straight? Do you always want to know more? Who? What? When? Where? How? These are the details that make for a great story. Knowing how to find these key facts and then write them up in a way that makes it easy for others to read about it is the skill of a true journalist. In Middle School Journalism: Tell Your Story, you’ll learn how ask the right questions, look for the details, and find the story in any situation. You’ll learn how to gather information effectively, organize ideas, format stories for media production, and edit your articles. Get ready to break that news! Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Know how to use required software and record video. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Financial Literacy FINL 041 Description: Students will learn essential financial management strategies through course readings, video scenarios, and practical application activities. Standard topics include budgeting and financial services, consumer choices, financial and career planning, credit, income and taxes, savings and investments, and insurance and retirement. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Life Preparation REAL 041 Description: Through engaging stories, examples, and case studies, students will learn to analyze themselves and make adjustments to become ready for real life. Covered topics include perspective, independence, communication, social expectations, balance, relationships, and citizenship. Lessons include instructorgraded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole before requesting the final exam. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Why Try? Life Skills for Student Success RES 041 Description: This course provides ten strategies proven to motivate and engage EVERY student! Based on the popular WhyTry Program, students will learn the strategies successful people use to overcome challenges, boost motivation, improve relationships, increase resilience, and more! The lessons in this course have been implemented with over two million youth nationwide and have been proven to promote college and career readiness, improve GPA, increase engagement, improve attendance, and enhance overall self-concept. The goal of the course is to help students go beyond the “what” of education and help them see the “why”—or the ways in which the skills and concepts they’re learning can apply directly to their life. Students often say that they have more fun in this class than in any other high school course. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Personal Freedom SELFG 041 Description: Personal Freedom is a practical course that considers freedom
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and interaction with others, freedom from conflict, and freedom within the family. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Project Self-Discovery SELFG 043 Description: In this course, students will increase their knowledge of what people are like and improve their powers of selfunderstanding and self-expression; they will learn how to cultivate self-confidence, selfacceptance, and a more meaningful life. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Dating: Romance and Reason SELFG 047 Description: This course covers dating— when, why, and whom; planning, asking, accepting; dating behaviors and cautions; and personality differences, relationship skills, and the role of love in relationships. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Essential Life Skills SELFG 049 Description: In this course, students learn how to lay a foundation for successful, responsible adulthood by using time effectively, setting goals, avoiding procrastination, overcoming feelings of inadequacy, and developing self-motivation. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Leadership SELFG 051 Description: In this course, students learn about different types of leadership, the characteristics of a leader, how leaders make effective decisions, and the secret to becoming a good leader. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
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Study Skills SELFG 055 Description: This course is designed to help students master themselves and their ability to study, learn, and retain information in a manner that most aptly fits their learning style. Students will discover their learning style, learn how to use time effectively, learn listening skills, and learn tips for taking better notes. Credits: 0.25 Tuition: Online $110
Education and Career Planning SELFG 057 Description: In this course, students evaluate their personal interests and values, research occupations that are of interest, and draw conclusions about themselves and the world of work. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Online Prep: Tools for Success STDEV 051 Description: This course is a guide to help students succeed in the online learning environment, and specifically in a BYU Independent Study course. Students will engage in learning content and activities to increase their study skills and their success in online classes. Students will explore tools and tips for digital natives, analyze the best use of a learning management system, set up schedules to use their time effectively, apply test-taking strategies, and discover their ideal learning style. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Character of America: Documents and Symbols USA 041 Description: This course discusses some of the documents and symbols that contribute to the character of America, including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, the flag, and national monuments. Lessons include instructor-graded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole before requesting the final exam. This is the first course in a two-part Character of America series (USA 041 and USA 043); however, either course may be taken independently of the other. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Character of America: The People USA 043 Description: This course discusses some of the people who have contributed or are still contributing to the character of America, including the presidents and the Founding Fathers, as well as national and local security. Lessons include instructorgraded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole before requesting the final exam. This is the second course in a two-part Character of America series (USA 041 and USA 043); however, either course may be taken independently of the other. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 1 XPLR 041 Description: This course is a literary study of basic values and examines the consequences of having or lacking courage, self-discipline, respect, honesty, work, trust, and compassion. This is the first course in a three-part Character Education: Exploring Values series
(XPLR 041, 043, and 045); however, any of the courses may be taken independently of the others. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 2 XPLR 043 Description: This course is a literary study of additional basic values; it examines the consequences of having or lacking confidence, generosity, humility, obedience, determination, reliability, tolerance, forgiveness, and excellence. Lessons include instructor-graded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole before requesting the final. This is the second course in a three-part Character Education: Exploring Values series (XPLR 041, 043, and 045); however, any of the courses may be taken independently of the others. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
Character Education: Exploring Values, Part 3 XPLR 045 Description: This course is a literary study of additional basic values; it examines the consequences of having or lacking mercy, patience, grace, gratitude, accountability, loyalty, patriotism, and self-sufficiency. Lessons include instructor-graded portfolio activities, which should be submitted as a whole prior to requesting the final. This is the third course in a three-part Character Education: Exploring Values series (XPLR 041, 043, and 045); however, any of the courses may be taken independently of the others. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $110
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ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS English Seventh-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 031 Description: Students will learn to identify themes in literature, analyze techniques in poetry, recite a poem using effective presentation skills, compare selected genres in literature, read and interpret Shakespearean sonnets and excerpts from a play, compose a well-supported research paper, apply reading and writing strategies to a novel, and expand and enrich their vocabulary by applying word-mastery strategies. This is the first course in a two-part Seventh-Grade English series (ENGL 031 and ENGL 033). Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Seventh-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 033 Description: Students will learn to identify themes in literature, analyze techniques in poetry, recite a poem using effective presentation skills, compare selected genres in literature, read and interpret Shakespearean sonnets and excerpts from a play, compose a well-supported research paper, apply reading and writing strategies to a novel, and expand and enrich their vocabulary by applying wordmastery strategies. This is the second course in a two-part Seventh-Grade English series (ENGL 031 and ENGL 033). Prerequisite: Seventh-Grade English, Part 1 (ENGL 031) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Eighth-Grade English, Part 1 ENGL 035 Description: In a world of words, students will learn how to put words together naturally, express themselves confidently, and explore the world of reading and writing through study and practice. Fifteen hours of reading nonfiction texts will be required, in addition to the course novel. This is the first course in a two-part Eighth-Grade English series (ENGL 035 and ENGL 037). Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Eighth-Grade English, Part 2 ENGL 037 Description: This course will enhance students’ vocabulary, writing strategies, argumentative and persuasive techniques in writing and speaking, and ability to analyze literature and media. Students learn to identify the elements of the research process and incorporate them into their own research papers. This is the second course in a two-part Eighth-Grade English series (ENGL 035 and ENGL 037). Prerequisite: Eighth-Grade English, Part 1 (ENGL 035) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Reading Reading Comprehension, Part 1 READ 033 Description: This reading comprehension course covers important pre-, during-, and after-reading techniques; it also includes a look at feelings that are found in books and people. Students will read about pure happiness in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, loneliness in The Wizard of Oz, utter surprise in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, love in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, and much more as they explore 30 excerpts from great literature while learning about
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reading techniques. This is the first course in a two-part Reading Comprehension series (READ 033 and READ 035). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Reading Comprehension, Part 2 READ 035 Description: In this reading comprehension course, students will learn more during-reading techniques. Those who liked the first course in this series will love this follow-up that focuses even more on feelings portrayed in literature, reading amazing fiction in The Adventures of Pinocchio, the magical tales of Harry Potter and his friends, a story of true bravery in Alice in Wonderland, and much more. Students will explore excerpts from Newbery Award–winning books and classic literature while focusing on reading techniques. This is the second course in a two-part Reading Comprehension series (READ 033 and READ 035). Prerequisite: Reading Comprehension, Part 1 (READ 033) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
FINE ARTS
Introduction to Art ART 031 Description: This foundational art course includes the study of art history, art production, and art criticism. The influence of prominent artists and several art movements will be introduced. Students also express themselves by applying learned production skills to various projects. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Guitar Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 043 Description: This course, Guitar Basics 1, is an introduction to the guitar, guitar technique, the music played on the guitar, and some important icons in guitar performance. It is an entryway to an awesome world of playing the guitar in many styles. By taking this course, you are preparing yourself for a lifetime of making music for your own and others’ enjoyment. Learning how to play the guitar will also give you an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier to pick up and learn other such instruments (ukulele, bass, mandolin, and banjo) if you choose to do so. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Guitar Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 044 Description: This course builds on note reading, strumming, playing chords, learning songs, and other skills introduced in Guitar Basics 1. In Guitar Basics 2 you will increase your chord knowledge and ability, gain more experience in reading notation, and learn different styles of music on the guitar, including fingerpicking and blues. There are a lot of things to learn in this course, so we encourage you to take your time and practice consistently. As you do this, you will steadily increase in ability and find more satisfaction from playing the guitar, and by the end of the course you will be a strong guitar player, ready to tackle a wide variety of songs and styles of music. Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Guitar Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 043) not required but recommended. Some experience with playing guitar is needed. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Ukulele Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 045 Description: This beginning ukulele course introduces students to the ukulele, a fun, portable, and affordable instrument popular since its creation in the nineteenth century. In addition to being enjoyable, learning how to play the ukulele provides an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier to learn other instruments such as guitar, bass, mandolin, and banjo. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Ukulele Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 046 Description: In this course, you will significantly expand your understanding of the ukulele and music in general. The course is designed as a modular exploration of multiple musical keys through playing the ukulele. As you progress through the course, you will also learn about different musical intervals. Beginning with the smallest (2nds) and ending with the largest (7ths), you will learn how to both play these intervals and identify them by ear. Several units also feature a history or listening segment, giving you the opportunity to increase your understanding of music history. Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Ukulele Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 045) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Bass Guitar Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 047 Description: This beginning course introduces students to the bass guitar, often considered the backbone of a great band. In addition to being enjoyable, learning to play the bass will give
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you an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier for you to learn other instruments such as guitar, ukulele, mandolin, and banjo. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Drums Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 053 Description: This Drums Basics course is designed for the beginning drummer and focuses on creating a solid drumming foundation. Throughout the course, you’ll study the fundamentals of playing the drum set. Unit topics include developing proper technique, learning to read music for the drum set, and learning to play essential groove and fill ideas. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Drums Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 054 Description: In this second course of Drums Basics, we focus and expand on groove drumming. We explore adding more texture and substance to grooves by using open and closed hi-hat techniques (hi-hat “barking”) and incorporating the bell of the ride cymbal for accented patterns that will take your grooves to the next level. We also dedicate lessons to sixteenth-note-based grooves, focusing on new and exciting sixteenth-note bass drum patterns as well as techniques for playing up-tempo sixteenth-note grooves using alternating hand patterns. Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Drums Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 053) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Voice Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 055 Description: Singing is a truly unique, exciting, and rewarding form of selfexpression. In Voice Basics 1, you will develop your own vocal technique, musical interests, and self-awareness throughout the semester. This course has been designed to engage your personal interests and strengths while providing a solid foundational knowledge of singing technique. You will study anatomy and mechanics, music theory, and artistic interpretation, all with the goal of making you a better, more insightful singer and artist. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Voice Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 056 Description: This course is designed to further the understanding of vocal technique you established in Voice Basics, Part 1. This semester the focus will be on personal interpretation, performance preparation, and the skills necessary for collaborating with other musicians. This will build upon your experiences and insights with singing, using vocal technique, music theory, music history, and various methods to make you a stronger artist and performer. You will also investigate the technology that has shaped how people sing today, and you will learn to use that technology to your advantage. Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Voice Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 055) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
HEALTH
Aerobics
AEROB 045 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through aerobics. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Bowling BOWL 041 Description: At the conclusion of this course, students should attain an advanced-beginner skill level by learning the correct approach, delivery, and scoring techniques in bowling. This is a fun but demanding course that will require you to follow directions carefully for all your lessons. Access to a bowling alley and appropriate equipment is required. Students must submit scorecards from 15 games to receive credit. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Cycling CYCLE 041 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through cycling. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Fitness for Living Well FIT 041 Description: This course is designed to lay a foundation to help students live a healthy lifestyle. Selected scientifically based wellness principles will enable students to choose positive attitudes toward their whole selves and others, to live a physically active lifestyle, to eat wisely, to realize the importance of getting adequate rest, and to follow safety precautions for injury prevention. This course requires students to sustain efforts to improve their fitness and overall health over a period of several weeks. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Lifetime Weight Control FIT 045 Description: Lifetime Weight Control contains guidelines for healthy weight control, nutrition, diet, and exercise, as well as myths and facts about weight control. Students must engage in a fiveweek fitness program to receive credit. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Fitness for Sports and Recreation FIT 049 Description: This course is an overall fitness training and nutrition course designed for students who are involved in either competitive or recreational sports such as football, soccer, swimming, cheerleading, track, snowboarding, rock climbing, and so forth. This fitness course is designed to help students achieve their maximum fitness level and increase strength and stamina to achieve peak competitive condition. Students will participate in several physical activities designed to increase fitness. Students
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must engage in a 13-week fitness program to receive credit. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Golf GOLF 041 Description: This course includes instruction for proper golf grip, stance, backswing, downswing, follow-through, short game, putting, problem shots, proper club for fairway distance, rough, greens, sand traps, and so forth. It also teaches golf terminology, rules, and etiquette and requires 45 holes of golf over three to four months. Students must submit scorecards from five games to receive credit. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Health Education HLTH 031 Description: This course teaches students about healthy choices and how to put those choices into practice in daily life. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Jogging JOG 041 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through jogging. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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Intermediate Swimming SWIM 043 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through swimming. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Tennis TEN 041 Description: This tennis course teaches the forehand, backhand, lob, serve, and other skills necessary to play tennis; written and unwritten rules of the game; and singles and doubles strategy. Access to appropriate equipment and a partner is required. Students must engage in a sixweek fitness program to receive credit. Note: See course requirements online. Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Walking Fitness WALK 041 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through walking. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Weight Training WTRNG 041 Description: This course will help students achieve a health-enhancing level of physical fitness through weight training. They will develop motor skills, learn about responsible personal and social behavior, and recognize the value of physical activity. Students will be required to engage in a fitness program with at least 45 days of activity spread across at most 24 weeks. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCE Survey of World History, Part 1 SOCST 033 Description: This course compares historical and cultural events in Europe with the same types of events in the Americas (North, Central, and South) during the same time period; highlights include in-depth discussions on medieval Europe, the Renaissance, the Aztecs, the Incas, and colonial efforts in North America. This is the first course in a two-part World History series for grades seven and eight (SOCST 033 and SOCST 034), but either course may be taken independently of the other. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Survey of World History, Part 2 SOCST 034 Description: This course will compare historical and cultural events in Europe with the same types of events in the Americas during the same time period; highlights include in-depth discussions on the Constitution of the United States of America, the Revolutionary War, and the French Revolution, and an examination of the Thirteen Colonies. This is the second course in a two-part World History series
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United States History, Part 1 SOCST 035 Description: This is a survey course emphasizing eighteenth-century and nineteenth-century historical events from the Age of Exploration through the American Revolution; topics will include historical events such as the colonization of America and the Revolutionary War. This is the first course in a four-part United States History series for grades seven and eight (SOCST 035, 036, 037, and 038); however, any of these courses may be taken independently of the others. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
United States History, Part 2 SOCST 036 Description: This is a survey course of United States history covering the Constitutional Convention to the Civil War and Reconstruction. This is the second course in a four-part United States History series for grades seven and eight (SOCST 035, 036, 037, and 038); however, any of these courses may be taken independently of the others. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
United States History, Part 3 SOCST 037 Description: This is a survey course of United States history from the Wild West to the Roaring Twenties; it covers the history of immigration, politics and the rise of big business, the Progressive Era, and World War I. This is the third course in a four-part United States History series for grades seven and eight (SOCST 035, 036, 037, and 038); however, any of these Student support: indstudy@byu.edu Educator support: edsupport@byu.edu
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United States History, Part 4 SOCST 038 Description: This is a survey course of United States history from the Great Depression through recent American history. This is the fourth course in a four-part United States History series for grades seven and eight (SOCST 035, 036, 037, and 038); however, any of these courses may be taken independently of the others. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
MATHEMATICS
Pre-Algebra, Part 1
ALG 041 Description: In this course, students will learn how to work with fundamental mathematical functions with integers, fractions, and decimals; use the order of operations to evaluate variable expressions; solve variable equations using transformations; translate word sentences into mathematical equations; and solve word problems. This is the first course in a two-part Pre-Algebra series (ALG 041 and ALG 043). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Pre-Algebra, Part 2 ALG 043 Description: This course includes using ratios, rates, and proportions to solve problems; changing fractions, percents, and decimals; and solving problems involving percentages such as discounts, markups, commissions, profit, simple and compound interest, and so forth. This is the second course in a two-part PreAlgebra series (ALG 041 and ALG 043).
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Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra, Part 1 (ALG 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Seventh-Grade Mathematics, Part 1 MATH 031 Description: Students will learn to represent data with different graphs and plots, find measures of central tendency, produce probabilities, and use estimation and problem-solving skills; this course also covers basic geometric concepts such as solving problems with line segments and types of polygons, performing operations with decimals, finding factors and multiples of numbers, and finding areas and perimeters of different polygons. This is the first course in a twopart Seventh-Grade Mathematics series (MATH 031 and MATH 033). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Seventh-Grade Mathematics, Part 2 MATH 033 Description: Students will learn about performing operations with fractions and working with ratios, proportions, and percents; this course also includes finding different types of probabilities, performing operations with integers, and using algebraic properties and the order of operations to simplify expressions as well as solving one-step equations. This is the second course in a two-part SeventhGrade Mathematics series (MATH 031 and MATH 033). Prerequisite: Seventh-Grade Math, Part 1 (MATH 31) or equivalent (recommended) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Eighth-Grade Mathematics, Part 1 MATH 035 Description: Eighth-Grade Mathematics, Part 1 continues the coverage of basic math concepts that began with the seventh-grade math courses. Students learn equation concepts, linear equations, systems of equations, functions, exponents, and the number system. They also explore real-world applications of different methods. This is the first course in a twopart Eighth-Grade Mathematics series (MATH 035 and MATH 037). This course encompasses Common Core content. Prerequisite: Seventh-Grade Mathematics (MATH 031 and MATH 033) or equivalent (recommended) Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Eighth-Grade Mathematics, Part 2 MATH 037 Description: Eighth-grade math continues the coverage of basic math concepts that began with the seventh-grade math courses. MATH 037 covers the second half of the eighth-grade content. Students study topics such as analyzing triangles and the distance between points, finding the measure of angles formed by a transversal and polygons, using different transformations to move figures on a coordinate plane, determining if figures are similar or congruent using transformations, finding the volume and missing measures of various shapes (cylinders, cones, hemispheres, spheres, and composite figures), and interpreting two-way tables and scatterplots with trend lines. Prerequisite: Eighth-Grade Mathematics, Part 1 (MATH 035) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
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MUSIC Guitar Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 043 Description: This course, Guitar Basics 1, is an introduction to the guitar, guitar technique, the music played on the guitar, and some important icons in guitar performance. It is an entryway to an awesome world of playing the guitar in many styles. By taking this course, you are preparing yourself for a lifetime of making music for your own and others’ enjoyment. Learning how to play the guitar will also give you an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier to pick up and learn other such instruments (ukulele, bass, mandolin, and banjo) if you choose to do so. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Guitar Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 044 Description: This course builds on note reading, strumming, playing chords, learning songs, and other skills introduced in Guitar Basics 1. In Guitar Basics 2 you will increase your chord knowledge and ability, gain more experience in reading notation, and learn different styles of music on the guitar, including fingerpicking and blues. There are a lot of things to learn in this course, so we encourage you to take your time and practice consistently. As you do this, you will steadily increase in ability and find more satisfaction from playing the guitar, and by the end of the course you will be a strong guitar player, ready to tackle a wide variety of songs and styles of music. Note: See course requirements online.
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Ukulele Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 045 Description: This beginning ukulele course introduces students to the ukulele, a fun, portable, and affordable instrument popular since its creation in the nineteenth century. In addition to being enjoyable, learning how to play the ukulele provides an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier to learn other instruments such as guitar, bass, mandolin, and banjo. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Ukulele Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 046 Description: In this course, you will significantly expand your understanding of the ukulele and music in general. The course is designed as a modular exploration of multiple musical keys through playing the ukulele. As you progress through the course, you will also learn about different musical intervals. Beginning with the smallest (2nds) and ending with the largest (7ths), you will learn how to both play these intervals and identify them by ear. Several units also feature a history or listening segment, giving you the opportunity to increase your understanding of music history. Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Ukulele Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 045) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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Bass Guitar Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 047 Description: This beginning course introduces students to the bass guitar, often considered the backbone of a great band. In addition to being enjoyable, learning to play the bass will give you an understanding of the mechanics of stringed, fretted instruments, making it easier for you to learn other instruments such as guitar, ukulele, mandolin, and banjo. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Drums Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 053 Description: This Drums Basics course is designed for the beginning drummer and focuses on creating a solid drumming foundation. Throughout the course, you’ll study the fundamentals of playing the drum set. Unit topics include developing proper technique, learning to read music for the drum set, and learning to play essential groove and fill ideas. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Drums Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 054 Description: In this second course of Drums Basics, we focus and expand on groove drumming. We explore adding more texture and substance to grooves by using open and closed hi-hat techniques (hi-hat “barking”) and incorporating the bell of the ride cymbal for accented patterns that will take your grooves to the next level. We also dedicate lessons to sixteenth-note-based grooves, focusing on new and exciting sixteenth-note bass drum patterns as well as techniques for playing up-tempo sixteenth-note grooves using alternating hand patterns.
Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Drums Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 053) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Voice Basics, Part 1 MUSIC 055 Description: Singing is a truly unique, exciting, and rewarding form of selfexpression. In Voice Basics 1, you will develop your own vocal technique, musical interests, and self-awareness throughout the semester. This course has been designed to engage your personal interests and strengths while providing a solid foundational knowledge of singing technique. You will study anatomy and mechanics, music theory, and artistic interpretation, all with the goal of making you a better, more insightful singer and artist. Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
Voice Basics, Part 2 MUSIC 056 Description: This course is designed to further the understanding of vocal technique you established in Voice Basics, Part 1. This semester the focus will be on personal interpretation, performance preparation, and the skills necessary for collaborating with other musicians. This will build upon your experiences and insights with singing, using vocal technique, music theory, music history, and various methods to make you a stronger artist and performer. You will also investigate the technology that has shaped how people sing today, and you will learn to use that technology to your advantage. Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: Voice Basics, Part 1 (MUSIC 055) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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SCIENCE Seventh-Grade Science, Part 1 GSCI 031 Description: This introductory integrated science course focuses on matter and its organization, cells and the basic building blocks of life, and the basic structure and function of living things. This is the first course in a two-part Seventh-Grade Science series (GSCI 031 and GSCI 033); however, either course may be taken independently of the other. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Seventh-Grade Science, Part 2 GSCI 033 Description: This course looks at introductory science principles on a larger scale. It includes a discussion of human body systems, properties and states of matter, Earth’s spheres and natural resources, Earth-related astronomy, and principles of ecology. This is the second course in a two-part Seventh-Grade Science series (GSCI 031 and GSCI 033), but either course may be taken independently of the other. Prerequisite: Seventh-Grade Science, Part 1 (GSCI 31) or or equivalent (recommended) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
Eighth-Grade Science, Part 1 GSCI 035 Description: This introduction to integrated physics and chemistry studies the natural world by looking at its smallest parts, atoms. The course then focuses on how objects interact, including discussions of energy, motion, and force. Students apply the concepts of force, motion, and work in a hands-on simple-machines lesson. This is the first course in a two-part Eighth-Grade Science series (GSCI 035 and GSCI 037). Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170 Student support: indstudy@byu.edu Educator support: edsupport@byu.edu
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Eighth-Grade Science, Part 2 GSCI 037 Description: Students will look at the systems that shape the earth, including plate tectonics, the rock cycle, erosion, and the atmosphere. This is the second course in a two-part Eighth-Grade Science series (GSCI 035 and GSCI 037). Prerequisite: Eighth-Grade Science, Part 1 (GSCI 35) or equivalent (recommended) Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
WORLD LANGUAGES First-Year ASL, Part 1 ASL 041 Description: In this American Sign Language course, students are taught the basics of language, simple conversations, and topics such as numbers, feelings, yes and no questions, facial expressions, cultural aspects, and more. This course features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one signing appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There is a strong emphasis on learning to sign more fluently. This is the first course in a four-part ASL series (ASL 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year ASL, Part 2 ASL 043 Description: Students learn how to create ASL sentence structures that can be used to form conversational sentences. They also learn over 200 new signs and cultural insights into the Deaf community. This course features interactive elements: live weekly review activities, live one-on-one signing
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appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. This is the second course in a four-part ASL series (ASL 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of American Sign Language, Part 1 (ASL 041). Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: First-Year ASL, Part 1 (ASL 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Chinese, Part 1 CHIN 041 Description: This fundamental introduction to Mandarin Chinese focuses on pinyin and character background, pronunciation, grammar, tones, and Simplified Chinese characters. This course makes use of a Conversation Café to practice speaking with other students, teaching assistants, and the instructor. This is the first course in a four-part Chinese series (CHIN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Chinese, Part 2 CHIN 043 Description: This fundamental introduction to Mandarin Chinese focuses on pinyin and character review, pronunciation, grammar, tones, and Simplified Chinese characters. Students gain cultural understanding as well as improve their writing and speaking abilities. This course makes use of a Conversation Café to practice speaking with other students, teaching assistants, and the instructor. Live instructor-led lesson broadcasts are also available. This is the second course in a four-part Chinese series (CHIN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Chinese, Part 1 (CHIN 041). Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: First-Year Chinese, Part 1 (CHIN 041) or equivalent
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First-Year French, Part 1 FREN 041 Description: Students will work towards proficiency at a Novice-Low ACTFL level in the following topics: greeting others, introducing themselves, saying the alphabet, answering basic questions, telling time, talking about destinations and where they are going. Additionally, they will be able to briefly talk about friends, family, pets, home, important dates, seasons, toys, games, food, and colors. This course features interactive elements: live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There is a strong emphasis on learning to speak the language, as well as read and write it. Additionally, there is an emphasis on gaining cultural understanding. This is the first course in a four-part French series (FREN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year French, Part 2 FREN 043 Description: Students learn basic conversation skills for inside a post office, in a pharmacy, and at a French dinner table. Several French-speaking regions are also highlighted. This course features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are specific emphases on speaking and comprehension as well as reading and writing. This is the second course in a four-part French series (FREN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year French, Part 1 (FREN 041).
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First-Year German, Part 1 GERM 041 Description: Students learn conversation patterns and basic grammar, read and write about familiar topics, and gain an overview of German geography, history, and lifestyle. This course features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are specific emphases on speaking and comprehension as well as reading and writing. This is the first course in a four-part German series (GERM 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year German, Part 2 GERM 043 Description: Students review basic German as well as learn more vocabulary and grammatical principles through German Märchen (fairy tales). Students hear, read, speak, and write basic German in a context that is cheery rather than Grimm. This course features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are specific emphases on speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing. This is the second course in a four-part German series (GERM 041, 043, 051, 053) and is a continuation of First-Year German, Part 1 (GERM 041). Note: See course requirements online.
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First-Year Japanese, Part 1 JAPAN 041 Description: This course is an introduction to Japanese language, culture, history, and vocabulary; it includes a strong emphasis on learning to speak, write, and read Japanese. Interactive elements include live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live oneon-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructorhosted wiki. This is the first course in a four-part Japanese series (JAPAN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Japanese, Part 2 JAPAN 043 Description: This course concentrates on building vocabulary and grammar for conversation and listening comprehension. It increases translation skills for writing using hiragana and expands reading comprehension through the use of ministories as well as variations on traditional fairy tales. This course also takes a look into the connection between culture and history. Interactive elements include live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. This is the second course in a four-part Japanese series (JAPAN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of FirstYear Japanese, Part 1 (JAPAN 041). Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: First-Year Japanese, Part 1 (JAPAN 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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First-Year Korean, Part 1 KOREA 041 Description: This introductory Korean course familiarizes students with Hangul (the phonetic system), basic grammar, foundational vocabulary, discourse, reading, and culture. Also, this beginning course helps students build basic language skills—speaking, hearing, reading, and writing—and broaden their understanding of Korean culture and communicate simple ideas in Korean. This course features the Conversation Café, a live virtual classroom where students practice their language skills and participate in one-on-one speaking appointments. This is the first course in a four-part Korean series (KOREA 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Korean, Part 2 KOREA 043 Description: In this continuation of firstyear Korean, students continue to learn Hangul (the phonetic system), basic grammar, foundational vocabulary, discourse, reading, and culture. They build basic language skills—speaking, hearing, reading, and writing—and broaden their understanding of Korean culture. By the end of the course, they can talk about shopping, a typical day, weekend activities, and the culture and lifestyle of Seoul, Korea. This course features the Conversation Café, a live virtual classroom where students and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Korean, Part 1 (KOREA 041). Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: First-Year Korean, Part 1 (KOREA 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Latin, Part 1 LATIN 041 Description: First-Year Latin, Part 1 teaches basic grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and reading skills as well as Latin influences on the English language. It also includes translations that focus on the mythology, culture, and history of Rome. This is the first course in a fourpart Latin series (LATIN 041, 043, 051, and 053). Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
First-Year Latin, Part 2 LATIN 043 Description: In this course, students will learn III, III-io, and IV conjugations; third declension and relative pronouns; and Latin vocabulary. Through translation, they will learn the stories of Aeneas and Odysseus (Ulysses). These stories are taken from Virgil’s Aeneid and Homer’s Odyssey. The study of Latin will also improve English vocabulary. This is the second course in a four-part Latin series (LATIN 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Latin, Part 1 (LATIN 041). Prerequisite: First-Year Latin, Part 1 (LATIN 041) or equivalent Required Text: See online course catalog. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Online $170
First-Year Russian, Part 1 RUSS 041 Description: In this introduction to Russian language, culture, and history, students will develop basic skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. They will be introduced to basic grammar concepts, vocabulary, and cultural highlights. Interactive elements include live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one
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speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are strong emphases on learning to speak the language as well as read and write it. This is the first course in a four-part Russian series (RUSS 041, 043, 051, and 053). Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Russian, Part 2 RUSS 043 Description: Students will expand their vocabulary, continue mastering grammar, and improve their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Students will also extend their knowledge of Russian culture. This course also features interactive elements: live instructor-led orientations and weekly lesson review activities, live one-on-one speaking appointments, a student discussion board, and an instructor-hosted wiki. There are strong emphases on learning to speak the language as well as read and write it. This is the second course in a four-part Russian series (RUSS 041, 043, 051, and 053) and is a continuation of First-Year Russian, Part 1 (RUSS 041). Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: First-Year Russian, Part 1 (RUSS 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Spanish, Part 1 SPAN 041 Description: This introductory Spanish course focuses on the Latin culture—the Latin world in general as well as the culture of Spain—and is structured to help students begin conversing almost immediately in Spanish. Students will practice pronunciation, patterns, basic grammar, reading, and writing about familiar topics. Conversation practice and weekly Today’s Specials (grammar, Student support: indstudy@byu.edu Educator support: edsupport@byu.edu
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culture, and vocabulary lessons) happen in the Conversation Café, where students will interact with other students and course teaching assistants. This is the first course in a six-part Spanish series (SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063). Note: See course requirements online. Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
First-Year Spanish, Part 2 SPAN 043 Description: This Spanish course is a continuation of First-Year Spanish, Part 1, and introduces the Spanish language and culture (focusing on Peru, Bolivia, and Paraguay). It is structured to help students practice speaking using the vocabulary, grammar, and cultural information that they learn. Conversation practice and weekly Today’s Specials (grammar, culture, and vocabulary lessons) happen in the Conversation Café, where students will interact with other students and course TAs. This is the second course in a six-part Spanish series (SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, and 063). Note: See course requirements online. Prerequisite: First-Year Spanish, Part 1 (SPAN 041) or equivalent Credits: 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $280
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FREE NONCREDIT COURSES English/Language Arts Creative Writing ENGL 218 Description: Introductory instructions in the writing of poetry, the short story, and the essay. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
English Usage WRIT 041 Description: This introductory English course creates a full foundation for the English language by focusing on the basics of grammar. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Speed Reading READ 041 Description: This course teaches skills for effectively increasing reading speed and comprehension. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
The Grammar of English ELANG 325 Description: Study English grammar in various applications. Useful for students who would like to write better, teach English, or become an editor. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Family History & Genealogy The Family Historian’s Craft HIST 217 Description: Introduction to genealogical methods applicable in American and international research, including censuses and vital records. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
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Family Life Adolescent Development SFL 333 Description: Examining the developmental and social contexts of adolescents with emphasis on the importance of the family. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Family Finance SFL 260 Description: Introduction to time value of money, budgeting, saving, credit, taxes, housing, insurance, and investing; emphasizes practical application. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
The Eternal Family SFL 200 Description: This course is centered on the doctrine of the family and the central role families play in God’s plan of salvation and includes “marriage prep” units. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Fine Arts/Humanities An Introduction to the Humanities IHUM 101 Description: Study of the arts focusing on forms and relationships, developing critical skills, and an awareness of traditional humanistic values. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Beginning Piano PIANO 041 Description: Gain a solid foundation in basic two-hand piano skills. Learn music theory, including how to read notes, rhythms, and musical symbols on a staff. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free Student support: indstudy@byu.edu Educator support: edsupport@byu.edu
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Interior Design INTDE 041 Description: In this introduction to interior design, students learn design fundamentals and applications to interiors as they create designs. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Introduction to Print Publishing DIGHT 230 Description: Introduction to layout and typesetting as part of the publications process; includes graphic design theory, audience analysis, and basic skills with professional publishing applications. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Organ Performance, Level 1 MUSIC 071 Description: Internship or externship in creating, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major course work. Organ technique, organ repertoire, hymn playing, music theory, organ registration, and sight-reading. Prerequisite: Basic piano skills Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Organ Performance, Level 2 MUSIC 072 Description: Internship or externship in creating, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major course work. Designed to provide motivation, direction, and instruction for organists to improve their skills.
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Health/Recreation Beginning Bowling BOWL 041 Description: This course will help you navigate some of the early challenges of learning to bowl so that you can enjoy it for many years to come, having attained an advanced-beginner skill level. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Drug Use and Abuse HLTH 045 Description: This course helps students understand why people use drugs, how they use them, and what types of drugs are commonly abused. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Essentials of Human Nutrition NDFS 100 Description: Food-oriented study of nutritional facts and principles as a basis for dietary choices, consequences of choices, and scientifically examining controversial topics. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Fitness for Living Well FIT 041 Description: This course will help students live a healthy lifestyle. Selected scientifically-based wellness principles enable students to choose positive attitudes toward their whole selves. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
LDS Perspectives and Psychology PSYCH 353 Description: Ever wondered where faith and social science meet? Find out in this class as you explore relationships between the theories of psychology and principles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
History/Social Science American (U.S.) Government and Citizenship GOVT 041 Description: This course covers the fundamentals of government and citizenship and focuses on the major U.S. ideas, protections, privileges, structures, and economic systems, preparing students for the U.S. citizenship test. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
World History HIST 061 Description: Students will gain a wide knowledge of world history and will be enabled to relate moral and ethical principles in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy and major world religions to the development of Western political ideals. Additionally, students will study and analyze major revolutions, colonialism and nation-building, the world economy, and technical and communication innovations. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
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Personal Development Family Finance SFL 260 Description: Introduction to time value of money, budgeting, saving, credit, taxes, housing, insurance, and investing; emphasizes practical application in the home. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Financial Literacy FINL 041 Description: Students will learn essential financial management strategies that include budgeting and financial services, consumer choices, financial and career planning, credit, income and taxes, savings and investments, and insurance and retirement. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Life Preparation REAL 041 Description: Through engaging stories, examples, and case studies, students will learn to analyze themselves and make adjustments to become ready for real life. Covered topics include perspective, independence, communication, social expectations, balance, relationships, and citizenship. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Online Prep: Tools for Success STDEV 051 Description: Students learn how to succeed in online learning, specifically in a BYU Independent Study course. Students increase their study skills and their success in online and distance education classes. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
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Personal Freedom SELFG 041 Description: This practical course considers freedom and interaction with others, freedom from conflict, and freedom within the family. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Religious Education The Book of Mormon RELA 121 Description: Narrative, doctrines, and precepts of 1 Nephi through Alma 29. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
The Book of Mormon RELA 122 Description: Narrative, doctrines, and precepts of Alma 30 through Moroni 10. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
The Doctrine and Covenants, Part 1 RELC 324 Description: Origin, content, and teachings of Doctrine and Covenants sections 1 through 76. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
The Doctrine and Covenants, Part 2 RELC 325 Description: Origin, content, and teachings of Doctrine and Covenants sections 77 through 138. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
The New Testament RELA 211 Description: Historical background, narrative, and doctrines of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ in the Gospels. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
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The New Testament RELA 212 Description: Historical background, narrative, and doctrines of the Acts of the Apostles through Revelation. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
The Old Testament RELA 301 Description: Historical background, narrative, and doctrines of Genesis through 2 Samuel. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Science Astronomy EARTH 051 Description: This nonmathematical course covers traditional thought and recent study of space. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Biology BIO 041 Description: After learning about the scientific method, students will study life at its most basic level, the cell. Students will then use the cell as a foundation for understanding how life evolves, including a detailed discussion of DNA, genetics, and evolution. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
Principles of Biology BIO 100 Description: Introductory biology course for general education students. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: Free
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION COURSES Professional Development Online Teacher Training OTT 1500 Description: The Online Teacher Training course is a professional development course that prepares you to be a confident and successful online teacher. The course contains the most current, research-based, online teaching best practices. It covers topics such as how to be prepared for the first day of an online course, online classroom management, cultivating connection with your students, fostering interaction, and providing meaningful feedback. Instructor: Chad Turley, PhD Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $149
Praxis Math Test Prep MATH 1500 Description: This online test preparation course prepares current and future teachers for each state’s secondary educational mathematics license exams, including the Praxis exam. Upon completion of this course, teachers will have the knowledge and will practice skills necessary to become effective secondary mathematics educators. Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $115
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MUSIC 071 Description: Internship or externship in creating, performing, producing, or teaching applications of major course work. Organ technique, organ repertoire, hymn playing, music theory, organ registration, and sight-reading. Prerequisite: Basic piano skills Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $150
Organ Performance, Level 2 MUSIC 072 Description: Extension of Level 1 course. Provides motivation, direction, and instruction for organists to improve. Prerequisite: Formal organ training in technique, hymn playing, and registration Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $150
Organ Performance, Level 3 MUSIC 073 Description: Extension of Level 2. Note: See online catalog for full details. Prerequisite: Instructor approval Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $150
Organ Performance, Level 4 MUSIC 074 Description: Continuation of Level 3. Note: See online catalog for full details. Prerequisite: Instructor approval Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $150
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Organ Performance, Level 5 MUSIC 075 Description: Continuation of Level 4. Note: See online catalog for full details. Prerequisite: MUSIC 071, 072, 073, 074, and instructor approval Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $150
Organ Performance, Level 6 MUSIC 07 Description: This Organ Certification course completes the series. Note: See online catalog for full details. Prerequisite: MUSIC 071, 072, 073, 074, 075, and instructor approval Instructor: R. Don Cook, DMA Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $150
World Languages German Workbook 1A GERM 1101 Description: This online workbook for beginning-level German speakers includes thousands of practice questions to help you improve vocab, grammar, and syntax. Instructor: Jennifer Quinlan, PhD Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $32
German Workbook 1B GERM 1102 Description: This is a second online workbook for beginning-level German speakers; see description above. Instructor: Jennifer Quinlan, PhD Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $32
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German Workbook 2A GERM 2201 Description: This online workbook for intermediate-level German speakers (GERM 201/202 equivalent) includes thousands of practice questions to help you master vocab, grammar, and syntax. Instructor: TBA Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $32
German Workbook 2B GERM 2202 Description: This online workbook for intermediate-level German speakers (GERM 201/202 equivalent) includes thousands of practice questions to help you master vocab, grammar, and syntax. Instructor: Talita Wiener Osman Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $32
German Workbook 4 GERM 4400 Description: This online workbook for intermediate and advanced-level German speakers includes thousands of practice questions to help you master vocab, grammar, and syntax. Instructor: Michelle Stott James Credits: 0.0 Tuition: $32
TOEFL Test Prep TOEFL 1500 Description: Improve your score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). This course deeply examines each question type. Includes five practice tests and actual TOEFL scores. Note: See online catalog for full details. Required Text: See online listing. Credits:Â 0.0 Tuition: $96
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Students need a mastery-based path tailored to their individual needs. Every course in the BYU High School Suite curriculum can be leveraged to help them recover lost or missing credit.
Our academic outreach consultants understand the unique needs of a credit recovery program and will help you identify how to best meet the needs of each of your students. Working with your consultant, you’ll find that aligning your credit recovery program with your mission and goals is easier than you might expect.
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Blended Learning Solutions USE A DIGITAL CURRICULUM IN THE CLASSROOM. Get the best of both worlds! By using our online content in the classroom, your students can work on new concepts on their own, freeing up teachers to work with students who need more individualized support. Some students may perform better following a digital-only program while others may thrive in one supplemented with classroom instruction and group activities. Thanks to built-in analytical tools, our online content is easy to adapt to the requirements of teachers and the varying needs of students in a blended learning environment. Even new teachers can easily navigate and deliver our course content after selecting and modifying the needed objectives and modules, which are highly customizable. Students report that they appreciate our interactive media, video transcripts, and computer-graded learning assessments, which help them grasp and retain new concepts.
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Online Learning Solutions USE OUR ONLINE CURRICULUM TO DEVELOP YOUR OWN VIRTUAL PROGRAM. Begin with our complete, proven online curriculum, and adapt it to your students’ needs. Our consultants will help you determine how to use our curriculum to meet the needs of your virtual program. Your teachers can use our curriculum as it is, or they can modify it to meet their unique needs and fulfill local requirements. Objective-based, modular lessons are simple for new teachers to navigate and deliver but highly customizable for experienced teachers. BYU High School Suite’s comprehensive analytics make it easy for teachers to efficiently personalize learning, while students find the interactive media and clear, understandable lesson content both interesting and engaging. Already running a successful program? You can supplement or replace your existing curriculum with our curriculum. Looking to start an online program? BYU High School Suite is a turnkey online solution that includes both our curriculum and a learning management system. We’ll get you up and running quickly!
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ONLINE PROGRAM CONSULTATION Our consultants are here to help you determine how to use our curriculum to meet the needs of your virtual school. BYU High School Suite includes program consulting, training, and support services for schools and districts. An assigned customersuccess manager will be provided. A consultant will offer continuing support and additional on-thespot training as needed, through webinars.
Subscription Solutions ALREADY HAVE A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS)? If your school or district already has an online program and LMS but needs to fill curriculum gaps, our complete portfolio of more than 200 accredited courses is ready for you to subscribe. Your content, learning activities, and assessments are delivered via LTI and Thin Common Cartridge to any compatible system. This allows our learning experience to be embedded into your school’s LMS without the need for content exports, user and enrollment provisioning (we handle that automatically), or any of the other headaches associated with trying to serve multiple LMS systems.
SUBSCRIPTION CONSULTING We offer free on-site consultation to identify gaps in your curriculum, some of which you may not know exist, and to suggest how to use our online solutions to create strong, unified, and personalized course content. We can also advise you how to customize, add, remove, or edit the available courses to meet your needs. For more details about our valuable support services, read the following pages!
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Support Services Our support team exists to make your experience with High School Suite a success. Our goal is to be a world-class partner in ensuring the success of your online program— through technical support, additional training, and adaptation for emerging trends. We care about your teachers and your students, and we strive to provide excellent customer support every step of the way.
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING Our consultation services include a series of meetings with your school or district leadership team to review your needs and academic goals. From there, we’ll plan your program implementation, determine rights and policies, and identify success metrics.
PEDAGOGICAL TRAINING Once your needs have been identified, we will provide instruction to address the differences between brick-and-mortar and online classroom environments. We’ll train your great teachers to be great online teachers.
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PRODUCT TRAINING Your program administrators and teachers will receive handson technical training to help you maximize the benefits of your LMS.
ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATIVE TRAINING Whether you are a lead teacher or a principal, we’ll teach you how to use the analytics in your LMS to identify effective online instruction. You will easily evaluate teacher performance by observing which students are meeting learning objectives and academic deadlines, along with overall student responsiveness and other key performance and academic indicators.
ONGOING TRAINING Our technical support and academic outreach teams are always available to provide follow-up and just-in-time training. Throughout your subscription to BYU High School Suite, we will continually help you to progress and meet the program needs, academic goals, implementation strategies, and success metrics you identified in our program development consultation.
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With BYU High School Suite, you’ll assess learning outcomes, mastery, and objectives-based student performance information—using accreditation-derived metrics. LMS teacher dashboards instantly provide summarized data of student progress, enrollment information, and student responsiveness. The teacher gradebook provides automatic notifications of students who are in danger of falling behind or failing a course, allowing teachers to address learning challenges early on. Other tools identify challenging topics and content that may require review or follow-up instruction, revealing which students are mastering course objectives and which need additional attention.
FLEXIBLE INSTRUCTION Your teachers can accomplish each of their unique pedagogical goals with our editable content. We’ll show you how to access curriculum templates to customize content for your classroom.
ONLINE CLASSROOM COLLABORATION Initiate enhanced student performance by using course wikis, journals, group emails, online discussions, and course announcements. Then, integrate additional technology as you go, within the framework we provide. Our tech support team can help you manipulate technological tools for the best possible curriculum for your students.
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Training Services Focused and ongoing training is critical for success. Our initial and follow-up training for teachers and administrators addresses three topics: 1. Modifying the pedagogical approach to leverage online curriculum 2. Becoming familiar with the BYU High School Suite curriculum 3. Mastering the learning management system
We care about your mission and goals! We customize our on-site and virtual training to make sure your staff members understand how to use High School Suite productively and later learn how to adapt and expand it for individual needs. After the initial consultation, our technical team will work with you to set up an online program that meets your needs. We will use our learning management system (LMS), customized with your school’s identity—colors, logo, and branding— and populated with any of our 200-plus courses for grades 7–12 that you select. We also will provide training sessions for administrators and teachers involved with your online program and offer ongoing support, training, and mentoring.
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POLICIES
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Taking Classes at a Local High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Program Administrators . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Instructors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Course Retakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Course Expiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
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PROGRAM INFORMATION
Contact Information Changes . . . . . . 192
FERPA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Tutoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Accreditation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 How It Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Enrollment Options Home Study Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Semester Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Adult Education Program . . . . . . . . . 175 Individual Independent Study Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Track Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Application Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Steps to Apply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
ACADEMIC COURSE PLANS The Standard Track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 The Advanced Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Concurrent/Dual Enrollment Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Advanced Placement Courses . . . . . . 185 FAQs (Full-Time Enrollment) . . . . . . . . 186 Adult Education Program . . . . . . . . . . 188 FAQs (Adult Education Program). . . . 190
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Program Support PROGRAMS
CUSTOMER SERVICE
BYU Online High School is a fulltime, online, diploma-granting high school that offers a personalized path to learning that meets unique student needs. We offer three complete high school programs:
Our staff of highly trained customer service representatives is available by phone, email, or in person at our office and testing center in Provo, Utah.
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Adult Education (over 18)
Students may also opt to complete supplementary, individual courses from Independent Study while they are enrolled in a local school.
CONTACT Brad Lester High School Programs Administrator bradford.lester@byu.edu Joseph Roberson Home Study Administrator joseph.roberson@byu.edu Ann Baxter High School Programs Administrator ann_baxter@byu.edu Email highschool@byu.edu Website hs.byu.edu
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Customer Service 1-800-914-8931 (toll-free) 801-422-4605 (local) highschool@byu.edu
TECHNICAL SUPPORT Our technical support team is available to assist with problems with downloads, error messages, audio files, etc. Email: is_tech@byu.edu Phone: 1-877-897-8085 (toll-free) 801-422-8524 (local)
INSTRUCTORS Email: indstudy@byu.edu Students should include the instructor’s name in the subject line. Instructor contact links and details can be found within each course.
FERPA REGISTRATION hs.byu.edu highschool@byu.edu
1-855-381-2621 (toll-free) 801-422-8122 (local) 801-812-8549 (fax) BYU Independent Study 301 Harman Continuing Education Building (HCEB) 770 E. University Parkway Provo, UT 84602 Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. MT. Offices are closed for most major holidays.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requires that BYU Independent Study protect the privacy of student education records. Generally, before personally identifiable student information can be released, (1) the identity of the student must be verified; for thirdparty requests (e.g., from a parent or counselor), the requester must also (2) verify his or her identity and relationship to that student, and (3) have been granted guest access to records on the student’s FERPA permissions form. When the student is 18 years old, or enters postsecondary study at any age, the rights to the student’s education records under FERPA transfer from the parents to the student. If the student is enrolled in BYU Independent Study’s non-university-level courses and is at least 18 years old or is enrolled in BYU Independent Study’s university courses, regardless of age, education records will not be released to anyone other than the student and any school in which the student is currently enrolled or seeking to enroll. Access to the student’s education records may be granted to a third party if the student provides signed permission granting a specified person rights to access his or her records. J
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Accreditation HIGH SCHOOL BYU Independent Study high school and middle school courses have been accredited since 1966 by Cognia (formerly AdvancED). BYU Independent Study high school and middle school courses are also accredited by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS).
UNIVERSITY BYU Independent Study is a department within BYU Continuing Education. BYU is accredited as an institution by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
Standards We strive to provide courses that have the high quality and rigor needed to prepare students to meet graduation requirements. Course credit can be transferred to most educational institutions across the nation. Our instructional designers work with certified high school teachers and university professors to create curricula that encompass and exceed the highest educational standards. From state standards (such as UC) to national standards (like Common Core) to professional standards (like World Languages standards), we promise to deliver courses that meet your standards.
ACCOMMODATIONS We are committed to providing a learning atmosphere that reasonably accommodates persons with disabilities. Before you apply to any of the high school programs, please inform us of any special needs by filling out the accommodations form found on our website and submitting it with your application.
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How It Works
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Visit hs.byu.edu. Review our high school program options: Home Study, Semester Enrollment, and Adult Education.
Apply for admission. State an intent to pursue the Standard or Advanced Track. Official transcript(s) from previous high schools must be included. Processing takes a few weeks.
Review acceptance and orientation information. For many students, the notification will list both past courses accepted for credit and current BYU course enrollments.
Choose courses and register. For help choosing courses, call an advisor at 1-855-381-2621 or 801-422-8122.
Complete and pass all courses as planned. To finish a full-time program in four years, students must complete at least 12 courses per year. See the program requirements that follow for full details.
Receive notice of completion in the form of an official transcript, diploma, or both from BYU Online High School.
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Enrollment Options HOME STUDY PROGRAM
SEMESTER ENROLLMENT
For full-time online high school enrollment without the semesterbound schedule, the Home Study Program offers a path to a BYU Online High School transcript, diploma, or both. This program offers longer course-enrollment lengths for students who need more than four months to complete courses. Each student will work with an advisor to choose either the Standard Track or Advanced Track.
Students can now earn a complete high school diploma from BYU. Whether they have already started taking our online courses or not, students can enroll, take semesterbased courses, and graduate from BYU Online High School by completing all graduation requirements. Full-time students choose the Standard Track or Advanced Track and create a graduation plan with their advisor.
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Complete a minimum of 6.0 course credits through BYU Online High School.
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Diploma: Complete a minimum of 6.0 credits (12 courses) through BYU Online High School. These may be taken in the senior year or split between the junior and senior year. Students must be enrolled in the semester in which they intend to graduate.
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Apply and be accepted to BYU Online High School. It is recommended that students be at least 14 years old. Choose the Standard or Advanced diploma track. First-year (14-year-old) students: Take semester-based courses as part of a cohort (e.g., class of 2024). Complete 24.0 course credits in compliance with the Utah State Board of Education graduation requirements. Complete a minimum of 6.0 course credits through BYU Online High School. Diploma: Complete a minimum of 6.0 credits (12 courses) through BYU Online High School. These may be taken in the senior year or split between the junior and senior year. Students must be enrolled in the semester in which they intend to graduate.
ADULT EDUCATION The adult education diploma program offers support and new opportunities to students 19 and older who are no longer eligible to attend a traditional high school. Students who have completed this program vary widely in their ages and stages of life, but all have enjoyed the freedom to complete coursework at home, around other responsibilities. J
Applicants must be at least 19 years old and a United States citizen or permanent resident. Utah residents who take and pass the GED test after June 30, 2009, are not eligible to apply to the Adult Education Program. The GED becomes their Utah High School Completion diploma. Current students who choose to take the GED and who pass it will be withdrawn from the program. Students who fail the GED test may apply to or remain in the Adult Education Program. This policy does not apply to those living in other states who either pass or fail the GED test.
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Students can test out of some classes. All students must take and pass a basic skills assessment test anytime during program enrollment. Students accepted into the program should register for the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) within 30 days of receiving their decision letter by calling Registration at 1-877-221-6716. The TABE must be taken with a BYU Independent Study–approved proctor and may be retaken as many times as necessary.
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Students must complete 24.0 credit hours; most required courses are worth 0.5 credit hour.
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Students must complete a minimum of 3.0 credits (6 courses) through BYU Online High School, regardless of credits earned at other schools. With successful completion of all course requirements and upon passing the skills test, students will receive a high school transcript, diploma, or both from BYU Online High School.
Although the Adult Education Program is designed to be a fouryear course of study, a student may complete the requirements in less time. High school credits earned from other legitimately accredited schools are generally transferable and may be applied toward meeting program requirements.
INDIVIDUAL INDEPENDENT STUDY COURSES In addition to the four-year programs above, a la carte BYU Independent Study courses maximize flexibility for students who need course credit that is not available at their school or that needs to be earned outside the normal school schedule. Students complete course requirements during a 12-month enrollment. Open course enrollment makes it possible to start a course at any time and in any location with internet access.
The program requires completion of at least 2 courses every 6 months.
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Track Options STANDARD VS. ADVANCED Diploma Requirements STANDARD TRACK
• Applicants should be at least 14 years old.*
prepares students for college or the job market
• Complete a minimum of 6.0 credits (12 courses) through BYU Online High School.
• Students must complete 24.0 credits.
• The 6.0 required credits (12 courses) may be taken in the senior year or split between the junior and senior years. • S tudents must be enrolled in the semester in which they intend to graduate. hs.byu.edu/standard
ADVANCED TRACK
In addition to the Standard diploma requirements above, Advanced diploma track students complete more rigorous courses that add up to the same number of total required credits:
prepares students for competitive college or university study
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ADULT EDUCATION
Adult education students follow the Standard Track plan (see above). hs.byu.edu/adult
for ages 19+ * Parents may contact BYU Online High School to discuss a possible exception to the age requirement.
Both the Standard and Advanced tracks require 24.0 credits of coursework; it is only in how these credits are allocated that these two tracks differ: Course Type
Standard Diploma
Advanced Diploma
Writing/Literature
Not required
1.0 credit required
Math
3.0 credits required
4.0 credits required
World Languages
Not required
2.0 credits required
Fine Arts
1.5 credits required
0.5 credit required
Electives
5.5 credits required
2.5 credits required
Before their planned graduation, students should make sure they are aware of any changes in requirements, which may be adjusted slightly over time.
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Application Guidelines HOME STUDY PROGRAM AND SEMESTER ENROLLMENT Engaging in the Home Study Program (courses with a 12-month completion horizon) or semesterbased course enrollment may benefit students who J
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* Students who are 18 years old but are no longer eligible to attend a local high school may apply to be part of the Standard Track or Advanced Track. After they turn 19 they have the option of transferring to the Adult Education Program.
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Steps to Apply BYU Online High School programs offer open enrollment, so a student may apply anytime during the year. See hs.byu.edu for complete details.
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Visit hs.byu.edu, learn about program enrollment options and expectations, and choose one of the following programs: Home Study, Semester Enrollment, or Adult Education Program. Also choose either the Standard Track or Advanced Track.
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Click My Account at the top right corner of any hs.byu.edu page.
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Click Apply Now for the desired program; download and print the application. For semester enrollment, see website for up-to-date application access.
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Submit $40 nonrefundable application processing fee.
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Submit an official transcript (with seal and signature) from every accredited school (grades 9–12) attended; if high school credit was awarded in eighth grade, an eighthgrade transcript should be included with the other transcripts submitted as proof that high school credit was earned. Mail application materials to BYU Independent Study Attn: BYU Online High School 301 Harman Continuing Education Building (hceb) 770 E. University Parkway Provo, UT 84602
Fax your application to 801-812-8549. If you cannot fax, you can email the application without any credit card information to highschool@byu.edu. However, we must receive all official transcripts in their original sealed envelope, either through the mail or in person. Emailed or faxed transcripts will not be accepted.
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REGISTER hs.byu.edu highschool@byu.edu 1-855-381-2621 (toll-free) 801-422-8122 (local) 801-812-8549 (fax)
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The Standard Track Academic Plan (by Subject) TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS: 24.0
ENGLISH
SOCIAL SCIENCE
(4.0 credits)
(3.0 credits)
Complete these course:
Complete these courses:
9th Grade English: ENGL 041, 043
US History: HIST 041, 043
10th Grade English: ENGL 045, 047
World Geography: GEOG 041
11th Grade English: ENGL 051, 053
Complete this course:
12th Grade English: ENGL 055, 057
MATH
American Government: GOVT 041 Complete one of these courses:
(3.0 credits)
World History: HIST 061, 063
Complete these courses:
Complete this course:
Algebra 1: ALG 051, 053
ECON 041
Geometry: GEOM 041, 043
HEALTH/ PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Algebra 2: ALG 055, 057
(2.0 credits)
SCIENCE
Complete the following course:
Complete both sequences:
Health Education: HLTH 041
Biology: BIOL 041, 043
Complete one of these PE courses:
Earth Science: EARTH 041, 043
AEROB 045 BOWL 041 CYCLE 041 FIT 041, 049 GOLF 041 JOG 041 SWIM 043 TEN 041 WALK 041 WTRNG 041
(3.0 credits)
Complete any two of these courses: BIOL 049 CHEM 061, 063 EARTH 051, 055 ENVRN 041 PHSCS 041, 043 PHYS 041
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Complete two more Health and/or PE courses: FIT 045 HLTH 042, 043, 045 (0.25 credit) MEDIC 051 OCCUP 041 RES 041
CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
(1.0 credit)
Complete any two of these courses: ACC 041 ART 059, 061 AUTO 043 BCOM 041 BIOL 049 BLAW 041 BMATH 041, 043 BMRKT 041 CHILD 041, 043, 051 CLOTH 041, 047 COMMS 051 CS 040 NEW, 041, 043 CTE 040, 041, 042, 043, 044, 045, 046, 047, 048, 049, 050, 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, 056, 057, 058, 059 NEW CTECH 041 EARTH 051, 055 ECON 041 ENGN 041 FOODS 041, 043 GARD 041 INFOP 041 INTDE 041 MEDIC 041, 051 OCCUP 041
STANDARD TRACK Recommended course of study by grade level:
DIGITAL STUDIES
(0.5 credit)
Complete one of the following courses: CS 040 NEW, 041, 043, CTECH 041
FINE ARTS
(1.5 credit)
Complete any three of these courses: ART 041, 043, 045, 051, 059, 061 COMMS 051 MUSIC 041, 043, 044, 045, 046, 047, 048, 053, 054, 055, 056 PIANO 041
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ELECTIVE
(5.5 credits)
Complete 5.5 credits of elective courses. An elective course is any nonrequired course offered that has not previously been taken. Courses that may fulfill the requirements for two or more subjects can only be counted once. For students who plan to attend college, we recommend taking 2.0 credits of a World Languages sequence as elective courses.
FINANCIAL LITERACY
(0.5 credit)
Complete the following course: Financial Literacy: FINL 041
1.0 English 1.0 Math 1.0 World History/Geography 0.5 Health 0.5 PE 1.0 Fine Arts 0.5 Digital Studies 0.5 Elective
10th grade
1.0 English 1.0 Math 1.0 Science 0.5 Health/PE 0.5 Fine Arts 2.0 Elective
11th grade
1.0 English 1.0 Math 1.0 Science 1.0 US History 0.5 Career & Technology Education 0.5 Economics 1.0 Elective
12th grade
1.0 English 1.0 Science 0.5 Government 0.5 Health/PE 0.5 Career & Technology Education 0.5 Financial Lit 2.0 Elective
Every high school course not taken as a required core course can be applied as an elective no matter what track or program you are enrolled in.
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Each high school course is one semester equivalent (0.5 credit hour) unless otherwise noted.
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The Advanced Track Academic Plan (by Subject) TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS: 24.0
ENGLISH
Calculus: MATH 112*
Complete these courses:
AP CALC 061 AP CALC 063
(4.0 credits)
9th Grade English: ENGL 041, 043 10th Grade English: ENGL 045, 047 11th Grade English: ENGL 051, 053 12th Grade English: ENGL 055, 057 or WRTG 150*
WRITING/ LITERATURE
(1.0 credit)
Complete any two of these courses:
SCIENCE
(3.0 credits)
Complete each of these sequences: Biology: BIOL 041, 043 or AP BIO 059, 060 or BIO 100* Chemistry: CHEM 061, 063 Physics: PHSCS 041, 043 or PHYS 100*
SOCIAL SCIENCE
Literature: LIT 047, 051, 061
(3.0 credits)
Writing: WRIT 041, 043, 045, 047 or ENGL 218*
Geography: GEOG 041
MATH
(4.0 credits) Complete these courses: Algebra 1: ALG 051, 053 Geometry: GEOM 041, 043 Algebra 2: ALG 055, 057 Complete any one of the bold college-level courses or high school-level sequences: College Algebra: MATH 110* Precalculus: PRECALC 041, 043 Trigonometry: TRIG 041, 043 or MATH 111*
Complete the following course:
Complete one of these courses: World History: HIST 061, 063 AP HIST 063, 064 Complete one of these sequences: US History: HIST 041, 043 or AP HIST 061, 062 or A HTG 100*
HEALTH/ PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(2.0 credits)
Complete the following course: Health Education: HLTH 041 Complete one of these PE courses: AEROB 045 BOWL 041 CYCLE 041 FIT 041 FIT 049 GOLF 041 JOG 041 SWIM 043 TEN 041 WALK 041 WTRNG 041 Complete any two of these Health courses, including any previously listed Health and/or PE courses: FIT 045 HLTH 042, 043, 045 (0.25 credit) MEDIC 051 OCCUP 041 RES 041
WORLD LANGUAGES
(2.0 credits)
Complete one two-year sequence from these courses:
Complete each of these sequences:
American Sign Language: ASL 041, 043, 051, 053
American Government: GOVT 051 AP GOV 61 or POLI 110*
Chinese: CHIN 041, 043, 051, 053
Complete this course:
German: GERM 041, 043, 051, 053
ECON 041
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French: FREN 041, 043, 051, 053
Japanese: JAPAN 041, 043, 051, 053 Korean: KOREA 041, 043, 051, 053 Latin: LATIN 041, 043, 051, 053 Russian: RUSS 041, 043, 051, 053 Spanish: SPAN 041, 043, 051, 053, 061, 063
DIGITAL STUDIES
(0.5 credit)
Complete one of the following courses: CS 041, 043, CTECH 041
FINANCIAL LITERACY
(0.5 credit)
Complete the following course: Financial Literacy: FINL 041
CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
(1.0 credit)
Complete any two of these courses: ACC 041 ART 059, 061 AUTO 043 BCOM 041 BIOL 049 BLAW 041 BMATH 041, 043 BMRKT 041 CHILD 041, 043, 051 CLOTH 041, 047 COMMS 051 CS 040 NEW, 041, 043 CTE 040, 041, 042, 043, 044, 045, 046, 047, 048, 049, 050, 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, 056, 057, 058, 059 NEW CTECH 041 EARTH 051, 055 ECON 041 ENGN 041
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FOODS 041, 043 GARD 041 INFOP 041 INTDE 041 MEDIC 041, 051 OCCUP 041
ADVANCED TRACK Recommended course of study by grade level:
FINE ARTS
(0.5 credit)
Complete one of the following courses: ART 041, 043, 045, 051, 059, 061 COMMS 051 MUSIC 041, 043, 044, 045, 046, 047, 048, 053, 054, 055, 056 PIANO 041
ELECTIVE
9th grade
1.0 English 1.0 Math 1.0 World History/ Geography 0.5 Health 0.5 PE 0.5 Digital Studies 0.5 Fine Arts 1.0 Elective
10th grade
(2.5 credits)
Complete 2.5 credits of elective courses. An elective course is any nonrequired course offered that has not previously been taken. Courses that may fulfill the requirements for two or more subjects can only be counted once. For students who plan to attend college, we recommend taking 2.0 credits of a World Languages sequence as elective courses.
*Bolded courses are concurrent/dual enrollment courses. Advanced Track students will receive 1.0 BYU Independent Study high school credit and 3.0 Brigham Young University credits for concurrent/ dual enrollment (university-level) courses taken; students will receive 2.0 BYU credits for MATH 111 and 4.0 BYU credits for MATH 112.
1.0 English 1.0 Writing/Literature 1.0 Math 1.0 Science 1.0 Health/PE 0.5 Financial Literacy 0.5 Elective
11th grade
1.0 English 1.0 World Languages 1.0 Math 1.0 Science 1.0 US History 0.5 Economics 0.5 Elective
12th grade
1.0 English 1.0 World Languages 1.0 Math 1.0 Science 1.0 US Government 0.5 Career & Technology Education 0.5 Elective
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Each high school course is one semester equivalent or 0.5 credit hours unless otherwise noted.
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One (1.0) high school credit will be awarded for each university course that is passed. However, the student’s university transcript will show the number of university credits associated with the course.
LIST OF CONCURRENT/ DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES
(UNIVERSITY-LEVEL)
Below are listed courses that can be set up for dual enrollment, earning both high school and university credit and grades, becoming part of the student’s university GPA. Independent Study university credit can transfer to most colleges and universities in the U.S. and many others worldwide. A HTG 100: American Heritage BIO 100: Principles of Biology ENGL 218: Creative Writing MATH 110: College Algebra MATH 111: Trigonometry MATH 112: Calculus 1
2.0 credit
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PHY S 100: Physical Science Fundamentals POLI 110: American Government and Politics WRTG 150: Writing and Rhetoric PLEASE NOTE
Parents of minors enrolled in university courses will not have access to university grades due to FERPA policy unless the student grants the parent(s) guest access to academic records.
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The number and type of college credits awarded for passing AP exams may vary depending on the exam year, the score received (3, 4, or 5), and the college chosen. For those applying to BYU, scores required for university course credit are listed in the table below. Students applying to other undergraduate schools should contact those schools to inquire about exam-score thresholds.
AVAILABLE AP COURSES The table below lists AP courses currently available and, for students who plan to attend BYU after high school, score requirements for BYU credit. AP TEST
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AP BIO 059: AP Biology 1 AP BIO 061: AP Biology 2
3, 4, or 5
AP CALC 061: AP Calculus AB 1 AP CALC 063: AP Calculus AB 2 AP CALC 065: AP Calculus BC 1 AP CALC 067: AP Calculus BC 2 AP GOV 061: AP Government AP HIST 061: AP U.S. History, Part 1 AP HIST 062: AP U.S. History, Part 2 AP HIST 063: AP World History, Part 1 AP HIST 064: AP World History, Part 2
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AP PSY 059: AP Psychology 1 AP PSY 060: AP Psychology 2
4 or 5
AP SPAN 071: AP Spanish, Part 1 AP SPAN 072: AP Spanish, Part 2
3, 4, or 5
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BYU UNDERGRADUATE AP CREDIT CONVERSION 3 credits total (these credits fulfill BYU BIO 100) If AP test score of 3: 5.0 credits total (these credits fulfill BYU MATH 110 and 111) If AP test score of 4 or 5: 7.0 credits total (these credits fulfill BYU MATH 110 and 112) If AP test score of 4 or 5: 3.0 credits total (these credits fulfill BYU POLI 110) If AP test score of 4 or 5: 3.0 credits total (these credits fulfill BYU GE 220) If AP test score of 4 or 5: 3.0 credits total (these credits do not count toward major or GE) 3 credits total (these credits fulfill the BYU PSYCH 111 GE) If AP test score of 3: 8.0 credits total (these credits fulfill BYU SPAN 205, 311R, 312R) If AP test score of 4 or 5: 11.0 credits total (these credits fulfill BYU SPAN 205, 311R, 312R, 321)
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FAQs Full-Time Enrollment GENERAL
Is free tutoring available?
Please visit hs.byu.edu for complete information related to each program.
Our team of experienced tutors is available to help your student with coursework for no additional cost. Learn more at is.byu.edu/tutors.
Is there an age minimum to begin? We recommend that students be at least 14 years old to enroll. Is BYU Online High School accredited? Yes, by both Cognia (formally AdvancED) and Middle States Association (MSA). Will a BYU high school diploma help me get into BYU? There is currently no direct correlation, but in the future our advisors may help students apply. My student is starting her last year of high school. Can she still transfer and earn a diploma? Possibly. As long as students can complete graduation requirements (see page 174), they can transfer and receive a diploma from BYU. What is the teacher-to-student ratio? Students in our Home Study Program and Semester Enrollment are supported by both teachers and academic advisors, resulting in a oneto-one relationship as they interact with our highly qualified staff.
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What if my student only needs a few courses, such as AP or college courses? Students continuing to attend their local school can take courses, including AP or concurrent courses, through BYU Independent Study. Do I need to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints to take a course? No. Our online high school courses are secular in nature and open to everyone. Does BYU require vaccinations? No. What about sports or other extracurriculars? Students enrolled in either the Home Study Program or Semester Enrollment are considered fulltime students of BYU Online High School. A local school would need to approve participation in activities at that school. Currently our core courses are not approved by collegiate sports associations, so future college athletes should not enroll in them.
HOME STUDY PROGRAM
SEMESTER ENROLLMENT
Are courses the same in Semester Enrollment and the Home Study Program?
What will tuition cost?
Yes. Timing is the only difference.
Tuition is $1,800 per semester and $3,600 for the school year. At this time scholarships are not available.
How much will it cost to get my diploma?
Is concurrent enrollment in university courses possible?
Courses (0.5 credit) are currently either $170 or $280 each, not counting books or materials. The total cost will depend on how many credits you need to complete to meet program requirements (24.0 credits for a BYU high school diploma).
Yes. University enrollments are not included in the regular semester tuition, but students can still enroll.
Can I still attend my local high school for individual courses? We recommended that you complete your course requirements through BYU, but if we do not offer a certain course (band, drama, etc.), you may contact us to request approval to enroll at another school. Does the Home Study program have a schedule and routine? No. Students in the Home Study program enjoy great flexibility in scheduling courses, but they must complete at least three courses every six months. Are scholarships available? Yes. Full-time Home Study students may receive one free high school course for every five BYU Independent Study high school courses they complete with a grade of B or higher. Contact us for details.
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Can students graduate early? Semester Enrollment students are encouraged to stay on pace with their class; however, taking additional courses could result in early graduation. Do Semester Enrollment students have to start as freshmen? No. Students can (1) start as a freshman and complete all four years; (2) start in a local accredited school and transfer into a BYU OHS class, meeting requirements; or (3) start in the Home Study program and later join a BYU OHS class. Does the Semester Enrollment program adhere to a schedule? Coursework is supported by both teachers and academic advisors. While daily and weekly schoolwork routines are not defined by the school, students complete six courses during each of the two semesters that comprise a school year.
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Adult Education Program Academic Plan (by Subject) TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS: 24.0
ENGLISH
(4.0 credits)
Complete any eight of these courses: English: ENGL 041, 043, 045, 047, 051, 053, 055, 057
Earth Science: EARTH 041, 043, 051 or ENVRN 041 Physics: PHSCS 041, 043
SOCIAL SCIENCE
Literature: LIT 045, 047, 051, 061
(3.0 credits)
Writing: WRIT 041, 043, 045, 047
US History: HIST 041, 043
MATH
Complete these courses:
Geography: GEOG 041
(3.0 credits)
Complete this course:
Complete these courses:
American Government: GOVT 041
Algebra 1: ALG 051, 053 Geometry: GEOM 041, 043 Algebra 2: ALG 055, 057
SCIENCE
(3.0 credits)
Complete the following courses:
World Studies:
FIT 045 HLTH 042, 043, 045 (0.25 credit) MEDIC 051 OCCUP 041 RES 041
CAREER & TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
(1.0 credit)
HIST 061, 063 or SOCSC 041
Complete any two of these courses:
Complete this course: ECON 041
HEALTH/ PHYSICAL EDUCATION
(2.0 credits)
Complete four courses from any of the following categories:
Health Education: HLTH 041
Chemistry: CHEM 041, 043, 061, 063
Complete any two of these courses, including any previously listed Health and/or PE courses:
Complete one of these courses:
Biology: BIOL 041, 043
Anatomy: BIOL 049
GOLF 041 JOG 041 SWIM 043 TEN 041 WALK 041 WTRNG 041
Complete the following course:
Complete one of these PE courses: AEROB 045 BOWL 041 CYCLE 041 FIT 041 FIT 049
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ACC 041 ART 059, 061 AUTO 043 BCOM 041 BIOL 049 BLAW 041 BMATH 041, 043 BMRKT 041 CHILD 041, 043, 051 CLOTH 041, 047 COMMS 051 CS 040 NEW, 041, 043 CTE 040, 041, 042, 043, 044, 045, 046, 047, 048, 049, 050, 051, 052, 053, 054, 055, 056, 057, 058, 059 NEW CTECH 041 EARTH 051, 055 ECON 041
ADULT HS DIPLOMA PROGRAM Recommended course of study by grade level:
9th grade
ELECTIVE
ENGN 041 FOODS 041, 043 GARD 041 INFOP 041 INTDE 041 MEDIC 041, 051 OCCUP 041
(5.0 credits)
Complete 5.5 credits of elective courses: An elective course is any nonrequired course offered that has not previously been taken. Courses that may fulfill the requirements for two or more subjects can only be counted once.
DIGITAL STUDIES
(0.5 credit)
Complete one of the following courses: Computer Technology: CS 041, 043 CTECH 041
For students who plan to attend college, we recommend taking 2.0 credits of a World Languages sequence as elective courses.
FINE ARTS
10th grade
1.0 English 1.0 Math 1.0 Science 0.5 Health/PE 0.5 Career & Technology Education 0.5 Financial Literacy 1.5 Elective
11th grade
(1.5 credits)
1.0 English 1.0 Science 1.0 US History 1.0 Health/PE 1.0 Fine Arts 0.5 Economics 0.5 Elective
Complete any three of these courses: ART 041, 043, 045, 051, 059, 061 COMMS 051 MUSIC 041, 043, 044, 045, 046, 047, 048, 053, 054, 055, 056 PIANO 041
12th grade
FINANCIAL LITERACY
(0.5 credit)
Complete the following course: Financial Literacy: FINL 041 PLEASE NOTE
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1.0 English 1.0 Math 1.0 World History/ Geography 0.5 Health 0.5 PE 0.5 Career & Technology Education 0.5 Digital Studies 1.0 Elective TABE (no credit)
Each high school course is one semester equivalent or 0.5 credit hours unless otherwise noted.
1.0 English 1.0 Math 1.0 Science 0.5 US Government 0.5 Career & Technology Education 0.5 Fine Arts 0.5 Economics 1.0 Elective Citizenship Overview Test (no credit)
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FAQs Adult Education Program How does Adult Education work? Students complete the required 24.0 credit hours, which can include credit earned previously and testing out of courses, but must take at least 2.0 credits from BYU Independent Study. See guidelines on page 188. How long will it take me to finish? The length of time depends on how many courses you need to fulfill the required 24.0 credit hours and how long you take to complete those courses. High school credits earned from legitimately accredited schools are generally transferable. Is BYU Online High School an accredited school? Yes. BYU Online High School is accredited by both Middle States Association (MSA) and Cognia, formally known as AdvancED. Do I need to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints to take classes? No. Our online high school courses are secular in nature and open to everyone. How much will my diploma cost? Courses (.5 credit) currently cost either $170 or $280 each. The overall cost will depend on how many courses are needed.
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What is the difference between a transcript and a diploma? A transcript is normally required for college admission, whereas a diploma is not. When you graduate, you will be awarded both a transcript and a diploma from BYU Online High School (as of January 2020). The diploma also verifies that Adult Education students have passed the TABE. To request a transcript of all BYU coursework, visit hs.byu.edu/ transcripts. What if an adult student is not 19 yet? Students who are 18 years old and are unable to attend a local school may begin taking courses in the Standard or Advanced Track and later transition into Adult Education. Are adult education scholarships available? Yes. Students in Adult Education are eligible to receive one free high school course for every five BYU Independent Study high school courses they complete with a grade of B or higher. Students will need to purchase textbooks and other materials. PLEASE NOTE
Scholarship course grades cannot be applied toward future scholarships. After you have met the requirements, request your free course by emailing your Net ID and desired course (online or teacherled) to highschool@byu.edu. Please allow five business days for processing.
Other Important Policies TAKING CLASSES AT A LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL
emergency (see Petitions Process in the Policies section).
Once a student has been accepted into one of the BYU Online High School programs, we recommend that the remaining course requirements be completed through our school. However, if we do not offer a course that a student wants to take, such as band, drama, choir, etc., the student can request permission to enroll in that course at another institution. Questions? Contact us at highschool@byu.edu.
If a program student allows a course to expire, an F will appear on the student’s transcript and be calculated into his or her GPA. The word “expired” will be noted on the transcript. Course expiration dates are specified on the student’s progress report. Expiration dates are effective at midnight on the date of expiration.
COURSE RETAKES When a course is retaken, the two grades will be averaged. Both grades will appear on the transcript.
COURSE EXPIRATION Our courses allow students up to a full year to complete a course, beginning on the day they enroll. In addition, some (but not all—check the course syllabus) courses allow one three-month extension for a $20 fee. Extensions must be processed before the course expiration date. There are no second extensions, but students may petition for extra time in the event of a nonacademic
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WITHDRAWING FROM A PROGRAM OR COURSE Students can withdraw from a course anytime before they request the final exam or complete the course. This is easily done by logging in to your account, selecting the course, and clicking Withdraw at the bottom of the page. You may also call Registration at 801-422-8925. If a student requests a withdrawal within 60 days of registering, he or she will receive a refund minus a $30 processing fee for each high school course. The course will still appear on the student’s transcript with the word “withdrawn.” If a student withdraws from a course after the first 60 days, no refund will be given. The course will remain on
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his or her transcript with the word “withdrawn.” A withdrawn course does not affect the student’s GPA. See page 234 for details. To request a transcript of all coursework, visit hs.byu.edu/ transcripts for full ordering instructions. Click the Transcript Request link, review the information, and fill out the online forms as required. Make sure your grades are posted before submitting this form. Follow the directions, filling in the requested information, including transcript destination details. Pay the required transcript fee as instructed. Please note that all express mail requests received before noon (Mountain time) will be sent the day they are received. Please allow 3–5 business days for processing of all nonexpress requests.
CONTACT INFORMATION CHANGES It is very important that the BYU Online High School office has current contact information for students at all times to send updates on policies, changes, etc. As soon as there is a change of address, phone number, or email address, students should update their personal information in their account. This is accessed by clicking (1) the My Account button, (2) the Account Information menu, and (3) Your Personal Information.
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POLICIES + INFORMATION
Accessibility Over the past several years we have invested in extensive efforts to make our courses accessible to as many students as possible. Here are a few examples: • W e plan for students who access content using screen readers and other assistive technologies. • S tudents with attention-deficit issues love our searchable captions and transcripts. • U ngraded quizzes, games, and activities help students gauge their comprehension and prepare for graded tests. Also, in 2019 our high school math team completed a monthslong conversion project that made nearly 600 HTML pages accessible. These course pages include hundreds of videos and thousands of screen-reader-friendly equations.
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Policies & Information CONTACT INFORMATION
TUITION AND FEES
Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Counselor and Educator Support . . . . 195
Textbooks and Materials . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Additional Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Academic Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Express Mail Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
COURSE TYPES High School Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
International Mail Service . . . . . . . . . . 207
FINANCIAL AID
Teacher-Led Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
High School and Middle School Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Best-Value High School Courses . . . . . . . . . 198
University Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Online Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Quarter-Credit High School Courses . . . . . . 198 Honors and AP Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
University Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Academic Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Financial Need Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Special Needs Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Middle School Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Ineligibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Continuing Education Courses . . . . . . 199
Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Free Noncredit Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
GETTING STARTED
RESOURCES FOR COUNSELORS & EDUCATORS
Payment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Free Course Previews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Free Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Courses Purchased by Schools and Institutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Course Syllabus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
How to Assist Students . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Tracking Student Progress . . . . . . . . . 202 Notice of Course Completion . . . . . . . 202
Required Registration Information . . . 210
How a Course Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Purchasing Textbooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 BYU Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 VitalSource . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Official Transcripts for Counselors . . 202
Amazon.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Accreditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Borrow: Library Loan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
UC Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 NCAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
COURSE TIPS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CHOOSING A COURSE
Course Hacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Age Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Course Listing Example . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Required Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Contacting Instructors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Customer Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
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ASSIGNMENTS AND EXAMS Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
PRIVACY POLICY FERPA and Access to Education Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Unique to Teacher-Led Courses . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Transfer of FERPA Rights . . . . . . . . . . 230
Mastery Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Tax Dependency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Self-Checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Quizzes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Sharing Education Records with Other Educational Institutions . . . . . . 231
Exams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Net ID and Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Proctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Final Exam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Remotely Proctored Exams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
TESTING CENTERS University Testing Centers . . . . . . . . . . 220 Utah Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Northern Utah and Worldwide . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
PROCTORS Proctor Eligibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222 Proctor Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT Academic Dishonesty . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Other Student Misconduct . . . . . . . . . 233 Disciplinary Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
WITHDRAWALS AND REFUNDS High School & Middle School Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 University Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Refund Timeline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Online Proctoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
PETITIONS PROCESS
COURSE COMPLETION
How to Petition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Length of Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Course Expiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Course Extensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Expired Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Granting of Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Academic Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Repeating a Failed Course . . . . . . . . . 227 Additional Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
ORDERING OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS High School Course Transcript Request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 University Course Transcript Request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Transcript Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
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How Decisions Are Made . . . . . . . . . . 235
POLICIES Online Interactions with Minors . . . . . 231 Grievance Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 State Authorization and Student Complaints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Title IX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Nondiscrimination Policy. . . . . . . . . . . 239 Bachelor of General Studies Degree Program (BGS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
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Academic Outreach BYU Independent Study is a nonprofit program that does not pay commissions on sales, so you can trust our consultants to have your best interests at heart. We’ll help you find the most effective solutions for your needs. Our dedicated consultants are available year-round to visit your school in person or meet online using web conferencing software. Each of the full-time consultants below supervises a team of field representatives, one or more of whom may be located in your area. Please contact the administrator over your area to explore available options. John Bushman Manager Academic Outreach john.bushman@byu.edu 801-422-3985
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Course Types HIGH SCHOOL COURSES We provide more than 250 rigorous high school courses that are fully accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancED) and by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSACESS). In every instance, we strive to meet the highest state, national, and academic standards. Our Online and Teacher-Led courses feature the same curriculum but offer different levels of structure and support for students.
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Our Online courses (self-guided) prepare students for a university education and lifelong learning. They feature the following:
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Highly qualified teachers who guide various interactive assignments, provide feedback, and encourage participation Access to premium support for teacher-led courses (801-422-4605) Academically advanced courses: Advanced Placement, career and technical education (CTE), computer science, music, and world languages Academic advisor’s assistance available Up to two free 30-minute sessions of TutorConnect per week for each course State-approved certifications such as California (University of California and California State University systems), Washington, Michigan, Wyoming, Virginia, etc. Tuition starting at $280 per 0.5-credit hour (one semester)
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FREE NONCREDIT COURSES Our FREE online noncredit courses can be accessed at is.byu.edu/free. They cover subjects like health, finance, art, music, personal development and much more.
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Resources for Counselors & Educators FREE COURSE PREVIEWS To determine whether a course meets your curriculum standards, we provide FREE online course previews to counselors and educators. A course preview request form is available on our website. J
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FREE RESOURCES Our Course Catalog is a softcover spiral-bound version of our course catalog. It is designed to be durable and last all year as a resource. Educators, parents, and students may order copies anytime, at no cost. J
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The High School and Middle School Courses Booklet lists all our high school, middle school and concurrent enrollment university courses and is designed to be given to high school and middle school students. Our goal is to make it easier for school counselors to share information about recommended courses with parents. Educators may order copies anytime, at no cost. J
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How to Assist Students COURSES PURCHASED BY SCHOOLS AND INSTITUTIONS Schools or institutions may purchase our courses after applying for a BYU customer account. Once an account is established, schools may use a purchase order (PO) to pay tuition and any fees for retakes, extensions, and withdrawals. Additional information and an application are available on our website. BYU Independent Study Financial Services receives, processes, and bills PO customers that submit enrollments via PO (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. MT). J
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TRACKING STUDENT PROGRESS Educators can check their high school students’ progress and grades in our courses anytime on our website by creating a secure login account and password. To create a BYU Net ID and password, select Sign in at is.byu.edu and click Create Account. For questions, call 1-800-259-0172. Visit is.byu.edu/counselorportal to access the Counselor Portal. Once logged in, you will be able to do the following: J
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Students must add their school name to their account information before they will appear on the school’s progress report.
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OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS FOR COUNSELORS Students can submit a request form for official transcripts to be mailed directly to their counselor. See page 228 for complete instructions. High school and middle school courses will appear on a BYU Independent Study transcript. University courses will appear on a Brigham Young University transcript.
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ACCREDITATION Our accreditation sources are reciprocal with all other area accreditation agencies across the country, making them transferable to almost all educational institutions. BYU is accredited as a Higher Education Institution by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). BYU Independent Study’s secondary education program (grades 7–12) is accredited by two regional accreditation agencies, Cognia (formerly AdvancED) and Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools. Our accreditation sources articulate and are reciprocal with other regional accreditation agencies, meaning earned credits through BYU Independent Study are generally transferable to other universities, colleges, and secondary education institutions. It is recommended that students check with their intended college or school before enrolling in a BYU Independent Study course.
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NCAA College athletes from schools other than BYU are not allowed to enroll in BYU Independent Study university-level courses. This restriction applies to students who are currently eligible as well as those seeking eligibility to participate in any collegiate athletic program (e.g., NCAA, NJCAA, CCAA, CIS, etc.) or who may do so in the future. BYU Independent Study’s High School core curriculum cannot be used in the NCAA Eligibility Center process. This does not preclude students from taking our high school courses, but core high school courses taken through our program will not be counted toward a student’s NCAA Eligibility Center academic certification status. Questions? Call Customer Support at 1-800-914-8931.
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS It is important to understand all the information in the course description before a student registers. Remember that the most up-to-date course information is always available on our website, is.byu.edu. Description: This section includes a brief overview of topics covered in the course. Additional description may appear in Notes, especially for university courses. Note: Some courses have specific requirements or restrictions that students should understand before and during their enrollment. Prerequisite: Instructors will expect students to have taken certain courses (or equivalents) before enrolling. Instructor: Our courses are taught by certified instructors who love teaching and want each student to succeed. Credits: Our course credits are comparable to those a student would earn from a university, high school, or middle school semesterlength course. Tuition: The cost of course tuition is determined by the course type and number of credit hours; however, a few courses have supplementary material fees added.
Course Outline: Units contained within the course are listed to give an overview of topics and exams. Syllabus: This listing contains a link to the course syllabus, which lists specific required resources, abilities, and expectations for the course. Textbooks: Some courses require textbooks to be purchased. It is important that students buy the specific edition of the textbook indicated. Optional books may also be listed.
AGE RESTRICTIONS Generally, a student must be at least 14 years old to take BYU Independent Study high school and university courses and 12 years old to take seventh- and eighth-grade courses. BYU Independent Study may, at its sole discretion, consider exceptions on a case-by-case basis where a student can demonstrate his or her ability to succeed in the course by taking a standardized test or something similar. Students interested in the Adult Education program through BYU Online High School must be U.S. citizens (or have U.S. residency) and be a minimum of 19 years of age.*
Course Listing Example AP U.S. History, Part 1 APHIST 061
Description: This Advanced Placement course will help you explore the history of the United States from 1491 to 1877. Topics include European explorations and migrations, the American colonies, the American Revolution and creation of the U.S. Constitution, the Jeffersonian and Jacksonian eras and antebellum culture and reforms, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the conquest of the Far West. This course will also prepare you for the AP United States History exam by helping you practice skills such as writing essays and answering core questions. This course is part one of a two-part series on AP U.S. History. Required Text: See online catalog. Credits:Â 0.5 Tuition: Teacher-Led $270
*Students who are 18 years old but are no longer eligible to attend a local high school may apply to be part of the Standard Track or Advanced Track. After they turn 19, they have the option of transferring to Adult Education.
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Tuition & Fees TUITION Tuition prices are effective August 31, 2020. UNIVERSITY COURSES
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HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSES
quizzes, interactive activities, or any information found on external links within the course. Please allow 7–10 business days for delivery.
ADDITIONAL FEES Transcripts Starting at $5. See page 228.
Assignment Resubmissions $10 per assignment or quiz. See page 217.
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Exam Retake
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$110 per 0.25 (quarter) credit
TEXTBOOKS AND MATERIALS Textbooks are required for some courses and are not included in the course tuition. These items must be purchased separately. Some courses also require the purchase of additional supplemental materials.
Optional Printed Course Readings For most courses, a printed copy of the course readings packet can be ordered for a $12–$20 fee, based on packet size. Please note that the printed packet does not include textbook material, exams,
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Course Deadline Extension $20 per course. See page 225.
Course Withdrawal or Refund $30 per middle or high school course. See page 234. $30 per university course. See page 234.
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Special Needs Scholarships
FINANCIAL AID
Mabel Brown Scholarships are available to students who face physical challenges. Student applicants must meet the following criteria:
Because BYU Independent Study delivers flexible, open-enrollment courses and credit that can transfer to many institutions, we are unable to declare full- or part-time student enrollment status and attendance. As a result, we are unable to sign any document stating or implying enrollment status. Examples of such documents include:
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Students should use discretion when enrolling to confirm that our courses will fit their unique needs. For questions regarding military or veterans’ educational services, please contact the Veterans and Military Services Office by email at veterans@byu.edu or call 801-422–7364 for additional information.
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COURSE SYLLABUS
PURCHASING TEXTBOOKS
Each course instructor has specific requirements to ensure the best learning experience for students. After enrolling, students are encouraged to read both the course syllabus and specific policies inside the course.
Some courses require the purchase of a textbook. If your course requires a textbook, it is clearly identified in
HOW A COURSE WORKS Each course is divided into multiple lessons with clearly defined objectives. Many of our courses are designed with a variety of multimedia learning activities. Lessons may include reading, watching videos, playing games, experiencing simulations and interactive labs, enjoying animations, browsing designated websites, writing assignments, and completing multiple-choice and true/false quizzes. Most lessons conclude with an instructor-graded or computergraded assignment. Courses may have midcourse and/or final exams that must be administered by a BYU Independent Study-approved proctor or testing center. Additional information, including lesson topics, is found in our online catalog.
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Textbook prices in the course descriptions are a current price or price range at the time of publication and may change at any time. BYU Independent Study does not handle the sale or shipping of textbooks. You must purchase required textbooks separately. Students may order textbooks from any bookstore they choose. The online course catalog description includes an accordion Textbooks section listing optional and required course textbooks, including links to various sources: J
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BYU Store The BYU Store offers a convenient way to purchase textbooks in person. Please see byustore.com for current store hours and policies. The store is located in the west end of the Wilkinson Student Center. The BYU Store also offers a variety of online purchasing options, including shipped hard copies, RedShelf ebook links (rent or buy), and more. Your course enrollments will appear on booklist.byu.edu; select View Course Catalog and then your course and section to see textbook purchasing options. Contact the BYU Store at J
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VitalSource Our online course catalog listings also include links to VitalSource textbooks (if available). Students can save significantly by renting or purchasing online textbooks. Download your books and read or listen to chapters offline, highlight
ebook pages, search for keywords, or click through to Wikipedia.
Amazon.com The online catalog textbook list also links directly to Amazon1 for your convenience. Browse used and new purchase options, and take advantage of free Prime shipping if you are a subscriber. Online, downloadable, or printed rental copies are also available for some titles.
Borrow: Library Loan You may be able to save money by borrowing some books. For your convenience, our online catalog links to a list of university libraries. If you have access to one of the university libraries listed in the online catalog menu, you may need to log in to your school account to search library holdings. Many college and university libraries also offer additional access options such as chapter scanning, interlibrary loan, and in-library reading for highdemand titles. Some courses require books that are available from local libraries or can be found in ebook form online for little or no cost. If your library does not have a copy (print or digital) available, you may also be able to borrow the book through the interlibrary loan system. See your library’s website or ask a librarian for more information.
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Always carefully read the instructions for assignments and prepare well before submitting them. Complete all required coursework in order, including all practice and optional activities.
Students should use the helpful resources in the course: the discussion board, course wiki, and other tools in the Course Resources folder.
Ask for help! First contact the course instructor and TAs; provide your name, course name, lesson number, and the specific issue.
The Customer Support team is available 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain time. Email indstudy@byu.edu, call 801-422-2868, or chat with us at is.byu.edu.
Do not request the final until all coursework is graded. Please note that a final exam is an important measure of subject mastery. “Final� means final.* * In rare instances, special requests can be submitted as a petition (or via a petition) and will be processed through our academic team. Requests may be approved or denied, and the decision is final.
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Tablets While our courses were not originally designed for mobile devices, advances in technology have made it possible for some tablets to access our courses. If parts of a course don’t work on your tablet, they can still be accessed from a computer. All students are expected to have access to a laptop or desktop computer to complete exams, which do NOT work on tablets.
REQUIRED SKILLS Students enrolled in online courses must be able to access the internet and use the keyboard and/or mouse for basic navigation in order to interact with quizzes and media. Basic familiarity with browsers, email, and word processing programs may also be required to successfully complete an online course. Some online courses may require a variety of additional skills. Some instructors require students to make and submit audio or video files. Some courses require students to take an image of a project and submit it to be graded. Many courses require the students to understand how to create and upload a document such as a DOC or an RTF file. Therefore, a basic understanding of computer programs such as spreadsheets, presentation programs, audio or video creation or editing software, image editing software, and so forth, is also very helpful. Not all courses will require
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CONTACTING INSTRUCTORS For questions about course content or grading, contact your instructor using the email listed in your course. Customer support and tutoring contact information are also listed in the course. Instructors are expected to respond to student inquiries within 2–3 business days.
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Assignments & Exams ASSIGNMENTS Please submit all assignments online according to the instructions in your course. Some assignments are graded automatically upon submission, while others requiring instructor grading should be graded within 10 business days. In many courses, it is possible to resubmit an assignment for a fee. Please refer to your course syllabus for further details on the resubmission policy specific to your course. After you have requested the final exam, you may not resubmit any assignments or midcourse exams.
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Response and Grading Times: Instructors are expected to respond to student inquiries within 2–3 business days. Instructors are also expected to post grades for student assignments within 10 business days. Appointments: Some courses require students to make appointments with the instructor or TA. In the event the student must cancel an appointment, he or she must do so at least 24 hours before the scheduled appointment time. Students must schedule appointments at least six hours before the planned appointment. Should a student miss a scheduled appointment, he or she will receive no score (zero points) for the missed appointment and generally may not reschedule the missed appointment. If an instructor misses the appointment, he or she will work with the student to reschedule the missed appointment.
Course Discussion Boards: Course instructors are responsible for monitoring and administering the discussion board related to his or her course. Provided in the course are instructions and guidelines for acceptable and unacceptable discussion board posts. Any posts that are unseemly, profane, or contain solicitations or requests for a student email address, physical address, or other personal contact information, are not permitted, will be deleted, and may be subject to discipline pursuant to the BYU Independent Study Student Code of Conduct.
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MASTERY CHECKS Self-checks are computer-scored learning assessments that help students prepare for assignments and exams, and they usually do not affect a student’s grade. When a free-response question is asked, the correct answer is given as feedback that points the student to the
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Quizzes Quizzes affect a student’s grade; they must all be completed. Quiz scores indicate whether the student has mastered the objectives within each unit. They are shorter than course exams, and they are not proctored. They are typically openbook and open-notes, and they have no time limit other than course completion constraints that take into account grading time for freeresponse questions.
EXAMS Most exams are available in an online format, but some course outcomes require paper-based exams that must be mailed. Exams cannot be faxed or emailed. All exams must be taken in a proctored setting. A confirmation email will be sent when an exam is sent. The student is responsible to contact the proctor or testing center to find out whether an exam has arrived and to determine an appropriate time to take the exam.
Proctor Students must take their exams with a proctor certified at the level of their course or above. All exams for university courses must be proctored by a testing center. Proctors and testing centers must
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be certified by BYU Independent Study before exams are requested. BYU Independent Study provides a list of individuals and organizations who have elected to proctor BYU Independent Study exams and have been certified by our office. BYU Independent Study does not guarantee the availability of certified proctors. Students are encouraged to contact proctors prior to requesting exams to verify availability, fees, and other policies required by the proctor.
Grading Computer-graded exams will be graded within one business day after being received by BYU Independent Study. Exams that require grading by an instructor should be graded within 10 business days. Paper-based exam answers are to be entered onto either the bubble sheet or the written response sheet provided with the exam. Answers not written in pencil on the provided material will not be processed.
Shipping For paper-based exams, standard shipping time is 3–10 business days for continental shipping. Express shipping may be available for an additional charge. BYU Independent Study is not responsible for items lost or damaged in the mail. If the exam does not arrive at the BYU Independent Study offices, the student will be required to retake another form of the examination.
Exams sent outside the continental United States require international shipping fees.
Deadlines Exams must be taken within 30 days of being requested. If the exam is not taken within the 30-day deadline, a new exam may be sent to the student at his expense.
Final Exam All coursework must be completed prior to requesting the final exam, including all other exams. No assignment resubmissions are allowed after the final exam has been requested. Final exams must be requested prior to the course expiration date. If available, a final exam retake (fee applies) must be requested within 30 days of the original exam grading date, regardless of course status. Final exam retakes must be taken and returned to BYU Independent Study within 30 days of the retake request. You must pass the final exam in order to pass the course.
Remotely Proctored Exams As a temporary accommodation for current circumstances where proctors and students are not able to meet in person, we encourage local schools to remotely proctor their students’ exams over the internet whenever possible. This can be done in a way that maintains proper academic integrity using an online meeting service. No matter which online meeting program you choose, you must be able to see both (a) the student’s face (by webcam) and (b) the student’s computer screen (using the program’s screen-sharing function). If you are not currently certified to proctor exams online or have any other concerns, please email us at proctorsupport@byu.edu.
A course is considered complete once the original final exam and exam retake, if available, have been graded. Grading of the final exam supersedes the course expiration date.
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Testing Centers UNIVERSITY TESTING CENTERS Students taking a university course can find a testing center in their area at our website, is.byu.edu/testing. Remember that some testing centers may charge a fee for their services. Please contact us if you are having difficulty locating a testing center.
UTAH VALLEY Brigham Young University dress and grooming standards are strictly enforced at all BYU locations. For more information about the dress and grooming standards, visit www.byu.edu and search for Honor Code Statement. BYU Independent Study Office 116 Harman Building (HCEB) 770 E. University Parkway Provo, UT 84602 Office hours for testing: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. MT; exams will not be given out after 5:00 p.m. and will be collected at 5:50 p.m. J
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Proctors PROCTOR ELIGIBILITY All high school and middle school exams are proctored by individuals who have been approved by BYU Independent Study to supervise the examination process. Proctors have a responsibility to facilitate fairness and integrity in testing situations. Eligible persons wanting to become an approved proctor (or institutions wanting to become a proctoring facility) may apply by filling out the appropriate proctor application form found on our website. Once the form is filled out, the applicant will be contacted directly to move forward with the process. We encourage high school and middle school students to find proctors in their own schools. University course exams must be administered in a certified college testing center. Eligible candidates to proctor for high school or middle school exams may include the following: J
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Students may not be tutored and proctored by the same person. Paper exams must be mailed to and administered at the educational facility where the proctor is employed. Computer exams must be administered on the proctor’s equipment. (With pandemic exceptions, students may use their own computers when having exams proctored using an online meeting service.) Proctors must verify the identity of each student (with a governmentissued photo ID or school ID) and read all the exam instructions to the student before they begin the exam. Online exam access codes should never be used until the student is ready to take the exam and should never be in the student’s possession. Paper exams must remain sealed until the student is ready to take the exam. An exam should never be in the student’s possession except when they are taking it. The exam must be taken in one sitting, so the student may not leave the room. If the student has not scheduled properly to give appropriate time to complete his or her exam, the student cannot come back another day to complete it. Please send the exam back to our office if the student was unable to complete it. (If there is an emergency, or the student must use the restroom, please ask the student to leave his or her cell phone or portable electronic devices with you until he or she returns. Please also take every reasonable action to ensure that the student is not cheating.) The student must remain under the supervision of the proctor for the duration of the exam. Proctors must remain in the room with the student or
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Set up the Exam Appointment Arrange a remote online meeting appointment and invite the student. This must be done using an online meeting service that allows you to see both the student’s screen and the student’s face. Options include Zoom,™ Adobe® Connect,™ Microsoft Teams,™ and Google Meet.™ Note: If you don’t already know how to remotely control the student’s computer screen from within your meeting program, please learn how so you can remotely type the exam access code (password) on their screen at the beginning of the exam.
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Course Completion DEADLINES
LENGTH OF COURSE
BYU Independent Study requires that all coursework and exams be received by our office three weeks before any and all deadlines requiring course completion. Examples of these deadlines are graduation deadlines, employment application deadlines, graduate school application deadlines, etc.
Students have twelve months to complete a course. Because a majority of BYU Independent Study courses are asynchronous, the speed with which a student moves through the material is entirely dependent upon the student’s ability to feel as if he or she has mastered the content. Generally, a student needs at least eight weeks or more to successfully complete a course wherein he or she devotes a least 60 hours of work to the course.
All university course grades are posted on a Brigham Young University transcript. If you need your course grade to appear within a particular semester or term (to meet a financial aid or graduation deadline), we must receive all your completed coursework and exams (including retakes) by the following deadlines:* UNIVERSITY SEMESTER/TERM
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*There are no exceptions to these deadlines.
Notice of Course Completion: Notification of course completion will be emailed to the student when the overall course grade is posted. High School Students: Notification of course completion will be emailed to your local institution if you have your school listed on file when the final grade is posted.
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The course material is comparable to a traditional semester-based high school class that typically requires 16–18 weeks per semester and a minimum of 60 hours of “seat time” devoted to the subject matter. Courses of this nature are deemed worthy of one-half credit according to the Carnegie Unit system.
COURSE EXPIRATION Course expiration dates are typically 365 days from the date of enrollment and will always be specified within your course record. Expiration dates are effective at midnight (Mountain time) on the date of expiration.
COURSE EXTENSIONS One 90-day course extension may be available for a $20 fee. This option is not available for all courses.
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If this restriction applies to your course, it will be noted in the course syllabus or course policies tabs within your course. The extension option must be processed before the course expiration date. No second extensions are available. However, students who experience a nonacademic emergency beyond their control may petition for an additional extension before the course expires (see page 235 and the online form).
EXPIRED COURSES If a student enrolled in a high school or middle school course lets the course expire without completing it, the course will appear on his or her transcript as an expired course. If a student enrolled in a university course has not requested the final exam by the time the course expires, no indication will be made on his or her transcript.
GRANTING OF CREDIT Credit is granted only upon course completion. Credits awarded are associated with the traditional Carnegie Unit System. While “seat time” cannot be determined in an online course, the design of the course, including readings, assignments, exams, activities, study time to master the materials, etc., are summed and then equated to the amount of time it will take to complete the course successfully. That overall
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figure is then compared with the amount of time a traditional Carnegie unit represents. It is this equated time, when compared with the more traditional “seat time” Carnegie unit, that determines the credit(s) to be awarded for a course. See our Policies page at is.byu.edu/policies for more information.
High School Credit To earn one high school credit (one Carnegie unit), a student should expect to devote approximately 120 hours of time to a course over a 32- to 36-week period. A onehalf Carnegie unit of credit may be earned for completing a course of study that equates to 60 hours of instruction, and a one-quarter Carnegie unit of credit may be awarded for a completed course of 30 hours duration. Because BYU Independent Study courses are asynchronous and many are self-guided, there is no demand for students to be in their seats “learning” during specific times. Accordingly, BYU Independent Study works closely with certified and highly qualified high school teachers in the design and authoring of its courses. By doing so, and relying on the professional judgment of experienced teachers and designers, BYU Independent Study courses are comparable to the same amount of content that would be covered during an equivalent face-to-face high school semester-based course.
ACADEMIC RECORDS The course grade will be posted online as soon as grades are posted for all assignments and the final exam has been graded. A notification of course completion listing the final exam grade and final course grade will be sent after the final exam has been graded. If the student provided a name of an educational institution when registering, a course completion notice will be emailed to the counselor. A permanent academic record for each student that records the course work attempted or completed is kept by BYU Independent Study. Access to these records is strictly controlled by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
REPEATING A FAILED COURSE Generally, courses that are failed may be repeated to earn credit. The student’s permanent record will show an “E” grade for failed courses that are not repeated.
final exam grades will be used to calculate the overall course grade. Students wanting to retake the final exam, but who fail to make the request within 30 days, will need to register for the course a second time. The result is that the same course will be listed on their permanent record twice, along with the respective grades. Note: In most courses, students must pass the final exam to pass the course. Students should refer to their course syllabus.
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Ordering Official Transcripts MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL COURSE TRANSCRIPT REQUEST Once a student has completed a middle school or high school course and the final grade has posted online, an official transcript can then be ordered online and sent to the desired location(s). J
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Visit enrollment.byu.edu/transcripts for complete instructions and requirements. Use the online portal to review your transcript and order official documents. Pay for each transcript requested. Required fees are indicated on the form, or see the chart below. Please be sure to provide complete and accurate address(es). Transcripts cannot be sent by Express Mail to a post office box. Transcripts will go to the address(es) provided by the student.
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TRANSCRIPT FEES For official transcripts, the following fees apply per transcript. Transcript fees include the cost of the transcript and delivery charges. HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL COURSES
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Privacy Policy BYU’s Global Privacy Notice details how BYU collects, uses, and shares personal information from students and participants in its programs and activities. In keeping with BYU’s Global Privacy Notice and applicable laws, BYU Independent Study has adopted the following procedures to ensure the privacy of its students’ education records.
FERPA AND ACCESS TO EDUCATION RECORDS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requires that BYU Independent Study protect the privacy of student education records. Generally, before personally identifiable student information can be released, (1) the identity of the student must be verified; for thirdparty requests (e.g., from a parent or counselor), the requester must also (2) verify his or her identity and relationship to that student, and (3) have been granted guest access to records on the student’s FERPA permissions form.
TRANSFER OF FERPA RIGHTS When the student is 18 years old, or enters postsecondary study at any age, the rights to the student’s education records under FERPA
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transfer from the parents to the student. If the student is enrolled in BYU Independent Study’s nonuniversity-level courses and is at least 18 years old or is enrolled in BYU Independent Study’s university courses, regardless of age, education records will not be released to anyone other than the student and any school in which the student is currently enrolled or seeking to enroll. Access to the student’s education records may be granted to a third party if the student provides signed permission granting a specified person rights to access his or her records. J
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TAX DEPENDENCY If the parent of a student who has turned 18 or enrolled in a university course can provide tax documentation that the student was claimed as a dependent in the previous income tax year, the parent may have access to the student’s educational records. In addition to the FERPA permissions form, Proof of Tax Dependency must be provided each time information is requested from the student’s education records.
SHARING EDUCATION RECORDS WITH OTHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS Under FERPA, BYU Independent Study may share a student’s education records with other educational institutions in which the student is concurrently enrolled or to which the student may be seeking to enroll. For example, if you are a high school student and have supplied your high school’s name, BYU may inform your high school of your course activity and grades. Students may request and obtain from BYU Independent Study a copy of any records shared with another educational institution.
NET ID AND PASSWORD In addition to FERPA, other laws and regulations require that the BYU Independent Study protect sensitive personal information and financial records. BYU Independent Study’s systems require individuals to log in using a secure Network Identification (Net ID) and password. Sharing of Net IDs and passwords with third parties is strictly prohibited because it violates confidentiality and degrades the ability of BYU Independent Study to protect secure information. A student who shares his or her Net ID and password may be subject to discipline per the BYU Independent Study Student Code of Conduct. All students (or their parent/ legal guardian for youth registrations) are required to individually log in so personal, financial, and education information remains secure and protected.
Online Interactions with Minors BYU Independent Study involves online interactions with minor participants (under the age of 18). We take measures to help ensure that these online interactions are safe for minor participants and program staff. The full policy can be found on our Policies page (is.byu.edu/policies) under Online Interactions with Minors. Any questions regarding online interactions may be directed to Independent Study Customer Support (indstudy@byu.edu).
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Student Code of Conduct As with all educational programs sponsored by Brigham Young University, students enrolled in BYU Independent Study courses are expected to demonstrate a high sense of personal honor, integrity, and courtesy in all coursework and examinations, as well as all interactions with students, teachers, and program staff.
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of this Student Code of Conduct, the student will be given notice of the allegations and a fair opportunity to respond. Upon review of the available information, including the student’s response, BYU Independent Study will conclude, based on a preponderance of the evidence (i.e., whether it was more likely than not), whether the student engaged in the misconduct. When a student is found to have violated this Student Code of Conduct, BYU Independent Study will use its discretion in appropriately addressing the situation and may impose a wide range of disciplinary actions commensurate with the violation found to have occurred. Examples of possible disciplinary actions include but are not limited to the following (or any combination thereof): J J
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DISCIPLINARY ACTION When BYU Independent Study reasonably suspects that a student may have engaged in any violation
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Students may appeal disciplinary action through the process set forth in the Academic Grievance Policy.
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Withdrawals & Refunds Students can withdraw at any time unless they have requested the final exam or completed the course. You can withdraw from your course by (1) logging in at is.byu.edu with your BYU Net ID and password, (2) selecting your course from the list of your current registrations, and (3) selecting Withdraw under Edit Enrollment. You may also call Registration at 801-422-8925. Refunds or vouchers are granted based on the following timeframes: 0–14 days after registration J J
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REFUND TIMELINE Please notice (as stated above) that if you withdraw from a course within 90 days of your registration date, but after 60 days from your registration, you will receive a voucher for financial credit with BYU Independent Study, minus the withdrawal processing fee. This voucher must be used within 90 days of your registration date, and no withdrawal terms are available for a course purchased with a voucher. After 90 days, you may still withdraw, but no refunds or financial credit will be granted.
Petitions Process The Petitions Committee has been established by BYU Independent Study to help students who encounter nonacademic emergencies or situations beyond their control. When these circumstances affect a student’s ability to follow established policies, he or she may appeal for exceptions to BYU Independent Study policies. All petitions must be submitted to BYU Independent Study with all supporting documentation attached. Petitions may be submitted by email, fax, or mail through the information provided on the form. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain and submit supporting information from physicians, counselors, etc. Incomplete petitions will be returned to the student.
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which they occurred, and how they prevented the student from complying with BYU Independent Study policies. If the petition is for an extension of time, please include a specific plan for completion, including dates. Please be aware that additional time does not typically exceed 1–2 months from the current course expiration date. All information about the circumstances and the reasons for the petition should be contained in the student’s written statement. Handwritten statements should be written legibly and should be easy to understand. Students may attach typewritten statements to the petition form.
HOW DECISIONS ARE MADE All petitions are reviewed by the Petitions Committee within 7–10 business days after submission by the student. It is the mission of this committee to try to balance the needs of BYU Independent Study with the needs of the student. Students are notified of committee decisions in an email to the address provided by the student on the Petition Form. Students are accountable for complying with all policies contained on the BYU Independent Study website (is.byu.edu) and within their course. PLEASE NOTE
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Grievance Policy There may be occasions when a student believes his or her academic work or conduct has been unfairly or inadequately evaluated.1 Typically, such differences of opinion can be amicably resolved informally between the student and BYU Independent Study’s faculty and staff; however, BYU Independent Study recognizes that this is not always possible. It is BYU Independent Study’s policy to encourage satisfactory resolution of academic grievances at the lowestpossible administrative level. What follows are the procedural steps to accomplish this goal: J
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Further information about IS policies can be found at is.byu.edu/policies.
If the instructor is unavailable or if the student has a valid reason to believe that the matter will not be dealt with fairly or that retribution may result, the student may submit the grievance
1 Academic evaluations subject to this policy include grading, disciplinary actions arising from violations of the BYU Independent Study Student Code of Conduct, the withholding and/or revocation of a grade for academic reasons, and the withholding of transcripts or special notation on transcripts for academic reasons. 2 For purposes of this policy, “instructor” means any teacher or other individual who is authorized by BYU Independent Study to academically evaluate students, or who has a legitimate need to know about the processing and disposition of an academic grievance.
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Accessibility BYU is committed to providing a working and learning atmosphere which reasonably accommodates persons with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to participate in BYU’s programs and activities.1 In this spirit, BYU Independent Study aspires to improve web accessibility for users. While not required by law, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Levels A and AA provide a wide range of helpful recommendations to make Web content more accessible. BYU Independent Study strives to apply WCAG 2.0 recommendations where feasible, but may deviate from any recommendations that would result in an undue hardship to BYU Independent Study or fundamental alterations to program and course content and objectives. BYU Independent Study strives to reasonably accommodate students with specific learning needs due to disabilities. All students requesting accommodations should complete the BYU Independent Study Accommodation Request Form and submit it with supporting documentation of disability from a qualified healthcare professional. If the student attends secondary school, the student’s school counselor or parent/guardian should submit the student’s IEP or 504 Accommodations Plan. Requests for accommodations must be specific.
Submitted documentation must be current within the last three years. An accommodation request should be submitted and approved before the student starts work on each course. While accommodation requests are usually processed within three weeks, some may take longer. It is the student’s responsibility to notify BYU Independent Study if he or she has enrolled in a new course and requires another accommodation. It is important to note that accommodations applied to one course do not automatically apply to another, and an additional request form must be completed for each course. BYU Independent Study makes accommodation decisions based on the student’s documentation and its own best judgment. The following accommodations are not authorized for any reason: J
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1 BYU, Accommodation of Persons with Disabilities at BYU Policy (Oct. 28, 2005).
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State Authorization & Student Complaints STATE AUTHORIZATION RECIPROCITY AGREEMENTS (SARA) BYU is an approved institutional participant of the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (SARA). SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance learning. Participation in SARA allows BYU to offer online courses to students in the U.S. jurisdictions that have adopted SARA, including 49 states and the District of Columbia. California, the only state that currently does not participate in SARA, does not regulate distance learning by out-of-state institutions if the outof-state institution’s activities within the state do not constitute “physical presence.” Because BYU’s distance learning offerings do not create a physical presence in California, BYU is not subject to California’s state authorization requirements. As a result, BYU is authorized to offer distance learning courses to students in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
STUDENT COMPLAINTS Complaints from Students in SARA Jurisdictions Students residing in a SARA jurisdiction may file a complaint with the Utah System of Higher Education
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(USHE), Utah’s SARA portal agency, following the instructions outlined on USHE’s website. Students also may file a complaint with their home jurisdiction’s SARA portal agency, using the current contact information available on the SARA States & Institutions web page.
Complaints from Students in California Students residing in California may file a complaint at the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education Complaints web page.
Accreditation Complaints Students who wish to file a complaint with BYU’s accreditation organization may contact the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compliance Hotline BYU has a campus-wide Compliance Hotline. Students are encouraged to use the Compliance Hotline to submit reports of noncompliance with institution policy or procedure, or with federal, state, or local laws or regulations. Links and more information on these topics are available at is.byu.edu/sara.
Title IX PREVENTING AND RESPONDING TO SEXUAL MISCONDUCT In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Brigham Young University (“BYU”) prohibits unlawful sex discrimination against any participant in its education programs or activities. The university also prohibits sexual harassment—including sexual violence—committed by or against students, university employees, and visitors to campus. As outlined in university policy, sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking are considered forms of “Sexual Misconduct” prohibited by the university. University policy requires all university employees in a teaching, managerial, or supervisory role to report all incidents of Sexual Misconduct that come to their attention in any way, including but not limited to face-
to-face conversations, a written class assignment or paper, class discussion, email, text, or social media post. Incidents of Sexual Misconduct should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at t9coordinator@byu.edu or (801) 422-8692. Reports may also be submitted through EthicsPoint at the Title IX incident reporting page (titleix.byu.edu/report) or by calling 1-888-238-1062 (24 hours a day). BYU offers confidential resources for those affected by Sexual Misconduct, including the university’s Victim Advocate, as well as a number of non-confidential resources and services that may be helpful. Additional information about Title IX, the university’s Sexual Misconduct Policy, reporting requirements, and resources can be found at BYU’s Title IX homepage (titleix.byu.edu) or by contacting the university’s Title IX Coordinator.
Nondiscrimination Policy We are committed to providing products and services free from unlawful discrimination. Unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, and/or disability will not be tolerated.
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Bachelor of General Studies Degree Program (BGS) Brigham Young University’s Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) Program offers former BYU students who are no longer able to attend BYU an opportunity to complete their bachelor’s degree. Applicants must have already completed 27 credit hours (exam credit excluded) at the BYU campus in Provo as an admitted day student and must abide by the Church Educational System Honor Code and receive an annual ecclesiastical endorsement. This program is not available to current BYU students who have fewer than 90 credits. Students may earn a Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) degree with a chosen area of study: J
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