AP - Comparative Government and Politics
Completion of a summer assignment is required for this course. This course is among of the most challenging courses offered by the Social Studies Department. Following the national College Board Advanced Placement curricula, AP Comparative Government and Politics introduces students to the rich diversity of political life outside the United States. The course uses a comparative approach to examine the political structures; policies; and the political, economic, and social challenges among six selected countries: Great Britain, Mexico, Russia, Iran, China, and Nigeria. This course is designed to introduce students to fundamental concepts used by political scientists to study the governments and politics. It is expected that all students take AP Comparative Politics exam in May.