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Section A · History & Social ScienceUC Honors · +1.0 GPA
Microeconomics
UC A-G approved Microeconomics course delivered fully online. Studies individual economic decision-making: supply and demand, market structures, consumer behavior, and market failure. Prepares students for AP Microeconomics.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Economics Grades 10, 11, 12 10 credits
Section AUC A‑G Requirement
History & Social Science — 2 years required
Must include 1 year of World History, Cultures, or Historical Geography AND 1 year of U.S. History (or ½ year U.S. History + ½ year Civics/American Government).
UC Honors Designation
AP and IB History/Social Science courses earn 1 extra weighted GPA point at UC/CSU.
Why This Matters for College Admission
Satisfies the UC/CSU history & social science requirement — essential for freshman admission. Strong scores (3–5) on AP History exams can exempt you from equivalent college courses.
What You'll Learn
Develop deep content knowledge aligned with UC A-G college-preparatory standards
Apply critical thinking and analytical reasoning to real-world scenarios
Practice research, writing, and evidence-based argumentation
Complete authentic assessments demonstrating mastery
Collaborate with peers in project-based and discussion-driven learning
Build a college-ready portfolio artifact and develop AP/IB exam strategies
Course Structure
Semester 1, Unit 1Weeks 1–5
Foundations
- Core vocabulary and concepts
- Foundational skills
- Context-setting activities
Semester 1, Unit 2Weeks 6–12
Core Skills
- Skill-building exercises
- Primary assessments
- Collaborative projects
Semester 2, Unit 1Weeks 13–18
Advanced Concepts
- Deeper conceptual application
- Research and analysis
- Peer-review activities
Semester 2, Unit 2Weeks 19–24
Synthesis & Mastery
- Cross-unit integration
- Final capstone project
- Portfolio submission
Prerequisites & Requirements
Foundational course in related subject area
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.