Course Objectives

The purpose of this course is to help students gain an understanding

about the world around them. When students understand the

broader picture in their lives, they become more compassionate and

tolerant of people who may be different than they are. Students can

also know how the world is changing or how it is affected by

change. During the class, students will improve reading, writing,

speaking, and listen skills.

Students will learn and understand:

1. how to find articles based on the block's topics.

2. learn how to skim and scan for relevant details.

3. record events in a purposeful and meaningful way.

4. create an interesting presentation for about their chosen article.