NCSSM COURSE CAtAlOG - North Carolina School of Science and ...

Thus, the curriculum content and processes of analyses are organized around
holistic, ill-structured, real world "problems,” simulations, and case studies. These
experiences are designed to be of an integrated and multi-layered nature and
provide opportunities to discover and apply the Microeconomics concepts from
our readings and discussions. In taking this consciously constructivist approach,
we integrate other disciplines into the study of Microeconomics. Elements from
the fields of psychology, history, political science, and mathematics all have
roles to play as we propose resolutions to our Microeconomic problems, case
studies, and simulations.
SS404 AP Macroeconomics (I)
One trimester
Credit: One unit core elective credit.
Meeting pattern: Two 75-minute evening class meetings.
This course offers an opportunity for immersion in both a fascinating discipline
and in logical thinking. This immersive process involves not only Macroeconomic
theory but investigations into the very essence of the discipline itself through
three case studies or strategic problems involving global commodity price
movements, designing simulated national Macroeconomic policies for a
globalized marketplace environment, and prognostication studies of
sustainability. The basic theoretical structures of Macroeconomics, as found in
our readings and discussions, are woven through these three experiences during
the course. These three experiences are researched within the context of a
fourth, trimester-long problem in the simulated trading of financial instruments
and strategic commodities in our Paratrade environment. This longer,
overarching problem allows us the opportunity to apply recently acquired
Macroeconomic theory to a simulated real-world environment.
SS406 AP Psychology (I)
One trimester
Credit: One unit core elective credit.
Meeting pattern: Four periods per week.
This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of behavior and
consciousness. Key topics include the neurobiological basis of behavior,
perception, consciousness, learning, memory, and thinking. We also explore
motivation, personality, normal and abnormal behavior, psychotherapy, and
social factors in behavior.
SS410 AP Psychology (II)
One trimester
Credit: One unit core elective credit.
Prerequisite: B or higher grade in SS406 AP Psychology (I).
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