AP Comparative Government Course Overview

Joe Scotland, the Social Studies Department Chair, introduces the AP Comparative Government course, detailing its structure, which includes a mix of government and economics studies, and a focus on six countries. He emphasizes the course's dynamic nature, relevance to current events, and the workload involved, including reading and writing assignments. The course aims to keep students intellectually fit, provide tools for understanding international affairs, and offer weighted credit. Students can contact him for more information.

What is the structure of the AP Comparative Government course?

• Six weeks of Economics, six weeks of US Government, and 18 weeks of Comparative Government

• One semester of Economics and one of US Government

• A full year of Comparative Government

• Two semesters of US Government

Which countries are studied in the AP Comparative Government course?

• Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand

• France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Greece

• United Kingdom, Russia, China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria

• United States, Canada, Brazil, India, Japan, South Africa

Why is the AP Comparative Government class considered dynamic?

• It only covers local government issues

• It constantly changes with current global events

• It has a fixed curriculum with no updates

• It focuses on historical events only

How many hours of reading are expected per week in the AP Comparative Government course?

• 7-8 hours

• 1-2 hours

• 2-3 hours

• 4-6 hours

What types of papers are required in the AP Comparative Government course?

• No papers are required

• One short paper and two long papers

• Three short papers

• Two short papers and one long paper

What is one reason for taking the AP Comparative Government course?

• To avoid taking any exams

• To keep intellectually fit

• To learn about local government

• To reduce overall workload

How does the AP Comparative Government course help students understand international relations?

• By only covering historical events

• By avoiding any discussion of international issues

• By studying current global events and leaders

• By focusing solely on US politics

What type of credit does the AP Comparative Government course offer?

• No credit

• Weighted AP credit

• Standard high school credit

• Extra-curricular credit

Where can students find more information about the AP Comparative Government course?

• In the school library

• By visiting room 401 or emailing the instructor

• On the school's sports bulletin board

• In the cafeteria

What is the instructor's name for the AP Comparative Government course?

• Joe Scotland

• Jane Doe

• Emily Johnson

• John Smith