Course Descriptions
World Studies
This course will provide a comprehensive study of modern world history from 1700 to the present. Among the topics students will investigate are the Rise of Democracy, the Industrial Revolution, and Imperialism. In addition to learning the history of this era, students learn basic geography, communication skills and critical thinking skills that will be used throughout their high school education. Students will be expected to complete outside reading and homework assignments, and do at least one research paper or project each quarter. Students must participate actively in class discussions and debates.
Honors World Studies
This course will provide a comprehensive study of modern
world history from 1700 to the present. Among the topics students will
investigate are the Rise of Democracy, the Industrial Revolution, and
Imperialism. In addition to learning the history of this era, students learn
basic geography, communication skills and critical thinking skills that will be
used throughout their high school education. Students will be expected to
complete outside reading and homework assignments, and do at least one research
paper or project each quarter. Students must participate actively in class
discussions and debates.
Prerequisite: Students must fill out an application for this course that includes a teacher recommendation, a skills test, and have earned an Instructional Grade Equivelancy that is at or above grade level on the STAR Reading Assessment (or similar assessment). Summer reading assignment is required with an essay/test due on the first day of school.
AP Europan History
This course is the study of European history since 1450 and introduces students to the cultural, economic, political, and social developments that played a fundamental role in shaping the world in which they live. In addition to providing a basic narrative of events and movements, the
goal of AP European History is to develop an understanding of some of the principal themes in modern European history, an ability to analyze historical evidence and historical interpretation, and an ability to express historical understanding in writing.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Government (or taking concurrently) and completion of a multifaceted summer assignment.
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