Course Catalog
Section A · History & Social Science
Critical Media Literacy: Analyzing Primary Sources
UC A-G approved Critical Media Literacy: Analyzing Primary Sources course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.
1/2 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person World History / Cultures / Historical Geography Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 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).
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
Trace the rise and fall of major civilizations across six continents
Analyze how geography, trade, and religion shaped historical development
Evaluate primary sources from diverse cultural perspectives
Understand major turning points: the Renaissance, Enlightenment, Industrial Revolution, World Wars
Develop comparative historical analysis skills across regions and time periods
Prepare for AP World History or AP Human Geography exams
Course Structure
Unit 1Weeks 1–4
Foundations & Context
- Core vocabulary and concepts
- Skill baseline assessment
Unit 2Weeks 5–9
Core Content
- Primary content delivery
- Applied practice activities
Unit 3Weeks 10–14
Application & Synthesis
- Real-world application
- Final project or exam prep
Prerequisites & Requirements
Open to qualifying students in grades 9, 10, 11, 12; no prerequisites required
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.