Shortridge High School - Annual Yearbook (Indianapolis, IN)

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With English Literature Included The study of history was as up-to- date as tomorrow for students of Shortridge. Under the leadership of Mr. Thomas Paine, the department offered a ser ies of courses which gave detail to the past and provided insight for the future. A major in history was offered on a three year plan. The freshman student was taught world history for a greater understanding of the be- ginnings of mankind. Juniors were absorbed in an in- tensive study of United States His- tory, while seniors learned the work- ings of their government and eco- nomic system. This year a new method of teach- ing US History was presented. The course involved three daily periods, one of lectures and presentations in the auditorium, one of study in the reference room, and one in a con- versational session alternating from English to US History. For further study, students took such courses as Psychology and International Relations to better their knowledge of today ' s world. Note taking and student participation keep students busy in Mr. Burch ' s government class. Mr. Hanlin takes notes with students as pupil gives presentation. 19

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History Is Taught With Special Twist Complete attention is given to the facts in Mr. Morgan ' s economics class. Mr. Henderson ' s small discussion groups promote better understanding of psychol- ogy. 18

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Foreign Language Broadened Learning Russian was added to the foreign language department with Mr. Soerensen as instructor. For interested students, the Shortridge Language Department opened many doors of opportunity. Facilities in the language lab gave students practice in both speaking and comprehension. Dedicated teachers stressed the understanding of the customs and attitudes of dif- ferent countries as an important as- pect in the study of a foreign language. Advanced Russian came to Short- ridge for the first time last year. The department also offered advanced courses in Spanish, French, German, Latin and Greek. Students in Latin and Greek Derivatives expanded their knowledge of the English vo- cabulary and their own. The I.U. Honors program was en- couraged for third year students in Spanish, French, German or Latin. Traveling to a foreign country, and living there, gave the student a bet- ter knowledge of the language and culture of a different people. Language lab students listened to the teacher instruct them in the proper pro- nunciation.