Compass Prep

In this course, students will explore the fundamental concepts of American government and economics. The curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of how our government functions and how economic systems impact our daily lives.

United States Government 

• Historical Forces: We’ll delve into the historical forces that shaped both English and American governments. From the Magna Carta to the U.S. Constitution, we’ll examine the evolution of governance.
• Forms of Government: Students will learn about different forms of government, including democracy, republicanism, and federalism. The three branches of government and how they work.
• Citizenship and Elections: The course will cover the rights and responsibilities of citizens, as well as the election process.

Economics:

• Basic Market Concepts: We’ll explore essential economic concepts such as scarcity, supply and demand, recession, depression, inflation, and government regulation.
• Personal Finance: Students will gain practical life skills related to personal finance, budgeting, and financial decision-making.
• Modern Economic Issues: We’ll discuss contemporary economic challenges, including poverty, the national debt, and how this affects future education choices and job opportunities. 

Assessment:

Comprehension will be assessed through formative activities, current events, projects, multiple-choice, and short-answer exams. Students will have the opportunity to apply core concepts from readings to review activities.

 Coursestorm Online Enrollment is Free. Course Fee: $520. A $50 non-refundable course enrollment deposit will be billed immediately upon registration and applies toward your overall tuition.  The balance must be paid by July 1, or select a payment plan of $235 payable by July 1 and November 1. 

Accepted Payment Methods: Check, Cash, Venmo, CashApp, and PayPal

Recommended credits: 1.0

Course Meets: Tuesday/Thursday 10:30 - 11;25

Required materials: Whatever Happened to Penny Candy? (An Uncle Eric Book) 7th Edition by Richard J. Maybury https://a.co/d/6LbvBqV , The Money Mystery by Richard Maybury https://a.co/d/5gJ8mET , Are You a Liberal, Conservative, or Confused? by Richard Maybury https://a.co/d/2t2G4DS , and Magruder’s American Government by Prentice Hall.ISBN-13: 978-0131818903 recommend buying used https://a.co/d/bdnYs3n 

All Payments are non-refundable