Advanced Placement US Government and Politics

This course is an in-depth study of the American Political Systems, including philosophical foundations; linkage institutions; in-depth analysis of the three primary branches; heavy emphasis on constitutional law; and the application of these practices is domestic, foreign and economic policy. This course blends experiential learning modules and traditional collegiate learning systems requiring rigorous reading, writing, thinking and study skills, requiring at least one hour of homework per class. This course prepares students for the Advanced Placement Government and Politics Examination. This course fulfills the Social Studies requirements for Government and Economics in 11th grade, and can potentially fulfill collegiate Social Studies prerequisite requirements pending success passage of the exam.

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
SS5205A –SS5205B
Course Duration
2 Semester
Course Credit
1 AP Weighted Credit
Prerequisite
Honors or AP US History and/or Honors 10th Grade English
Longmont High School