Worldview Year 1
Recommended for 9th grade

Course Description

This course impacts students for a lifetime, by equipping them to have a Biblical worldview as they interact with culture and society through books, movies, music, everyday conversations and life decisions. This is the first of 4 high school courses that when finished, cover all high school credits, except math, foreign language and science. Students will learn…

World History
Humanities
Philosophy
Theology
Western Civilization
Ancient Literature
Essay writing
Critical thinking
Thoughtful discussion

…all from a Biblical worldview. The literature included are books such as The Iliad, the Odyssey, and Plato’s Republic. Students will be mainly graded on essays throughout the course. Each week’s homework consists of reading books, taking notes and joining in class discussion. Parent participation in reading books with their students and sitting in class are welcome.

Credits Covered:

1/4 Credit--Composition I

1 Credit--Literature: Ancient

1 Credit--Philosophy/Theology I

1/4 Credit--Western Civilization

1/4 Credit--Humanities I

1/4 Credit--World History I

Total Credits Gained: 3

Teacher: Elizmen Ghim

Curriculum: The Bible and Ancient Thought by Cornerstone Curriculum & List of Books from The Bible and Ancient Thought. Click HERE for more info.

Expectations: 1 1/2 to 2 hours of study per day (4 days a week). 1 ½ hours in class (1 day a week).

Prerequisites: Good reading comprehension skills, experience in writing essays and an interest in learning worldview.