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Section G · College-Preparatory Elective

AI & Media Literacy

UC A-G approved AI & Media Literacy course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.

1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Interdisciplinary Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 10 credits

Section GUC A‑G Requirement

College-Preparatory Elective1 year required

Must be chosen from additional courses in categories A–F (beyond the minimum requirements) OR from other UC-approved college-preparatory electives, including computer science, business, statistics, and interdisciplinary STEM courses.

Why This Matters for College Admission

G electives are where students develop depth and signal academic passion. AI, cybersecurity, data science, and entrepreneurship courses are highly competitive differentiators for tech-oriented admissions profiles.

What You'll Learn

Apply environmental science principles to real-world sustainability challenges

Analyze ecosystems, biogeochemical cycles, and biodiversity

Evaluate human impacts on climate, land use, water, and energy systems

Design evidence-based environmental solutions using scientific methodology

Interpret data from field studies, remote sensing, and laboratory investigations

Prepare for the AP Environmental Science exam

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

Lectures & Reviews

Curated YouTube videos for AI & Media Literacy

Hand-picked from credible educators — AP teachers, university lectures, and Khan Academy. Click a thumbnail to play in place; cookies are blocked until you click.

Khan AcademyKhan Academy

Khanmigo for Khan Academy Districts

Open on YouTube
Khan AcademyKhan Academy

How to Implement AI in Your Classroom

Open on YouTube
Crash CourseCrashCourse

Future Literacies: Crash Course Media Literacy #12

Open on YouTube
University LectureMIT OpenCourseWare

1. Introduction, Financial Terms and Concepts

Open on YouTube
University LectureMIT OpenCourseWare

Instructor Interview: Digital Media Literacy

Open on YouTube
SpecialistIBM Technology

AI & Education: Generative AI & the Future of Critical Thinking

Open on YouTube

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.

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