High School AP U.S. Government Course
Embark on a journey through the intricacies of the American political system with Excel High School's AP U.S. Government and Politics course. This program isn't just a study of governmental structures; it's a deep dive into the mechanics of politics and governance in the United States. Ideal for students with aspirations in political science, law, education, business, or history, this course equips you with the analytical tools to deconstruct, understand, and evaluate the complex world of American politics. From analyzing political behavior to examining the interplay between political, social, and economic institutions, you'll gain invaluable insights into how the U.S. government operates and how policies are formulated.
Reflecting the rigor of an introductory college-level course, our AP U.S. Government and Politics program prepares you comprehensively for the AP exam and your academic journey ahead. Through a blend of theoretical analysis and practical data gathering, you'll develop a keen understanding of political concepts and processes. This course is designed not just to impart knowledge, but to hone the skills necessary for critical analysis and informed decision-making in the realm of government and politics. Enroll in Excel High School's AP U.S. Government and Politics course today, and step into a world that shapes the future of governance and public policy.
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AP U.S. Government
Course Syllabus
AP U.S. Government and Politics studies the operations and structure of the U.S. government and the behavior of the electorate and politicians. Students will gain the analytic perspective necessary to critically evaluate political data, hypotheses, concepts, opinions, and processes. Along the way, they'll learn how to gather data about political behavior and develop their own theoretical analysis of American politics. They'll also build the skills they need to examine general propositions about government and politics, and to analyze the specific relationships between political, social, and economic institutions. The equivalent of an introductory college-level course, AP U.S. Government and Politics prepares students for the AP exam and for further study in political science, law, education, business, and history.
This course has been authorized by the College Board® to use the AP designation.
*Advanced Placement® and AP® are registered trademarks and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse this product.
Length: One semester
Course contents:
Semester 1
- Unit 1: Foundations of American Democracy
- Unit 2: Interaction Among Branches of Government
- Unit 3: Civil Liberties & Civil Rights
- Unit 4: American Political Ideologies & Beliefs
- Unit 5: Political Participation
- Unit 6: Semester Wrap Up
AP U.S. Government - Full Course Syllabus
How Much Does It Cost?
$599
per course
AP Certified high school courses are priced at $599 each. This cost-effective price makes Excel High School's AP courses an incredible value!
Enrolling is Easy!
Step One
Begin the Enrollment Process
When you're ready to take the next step towards your education, simply click 'Enroll Now'. This will direct you to our dedicated student information system, Learnstage. Once there, simply click 'Enroll Now' located in the top right corner of the page.
Step Two
Create Your Learn Stage Account
Next, you'll be asked to create your student account. This process begins with entering a valid email address and selecting a secure password. Following this, you'll be prompted to provide some essential information such as the students full name, date of birth, and address. On the last page, you will be asked to choose a security question.
Step Three
Submit Payment
Single course options at Excel High School range in price depending on their difficulty. Single course prices are below:
- Standard High School Courses: $225
- Honors High School Courses: $325
- (AP) High School Courses:
$599
Step Five
You're Ready To Start!
Once your payment has been received, you'll get an email with your student account details. This will be your portal to submit any previous academic transcripts, view vital account information, and navigate other critical resources. Your classes will be added automatically and adjusted based on your submitted transcripts (if applicable).