World History

Credits: 1 -- 2 terms

Prerequisites: Cultural Studies or AP Human Geography

Level: Sophomore required

Course Description:

This course will survey the history of western civiliza­tion from prehistoric times to the eve of World War II. Units of study will involve topics of coverage such as ancient civilizations, classical civilizations of Greece and Rome, the European Middle Ages, Renaissance and Reformation, Age of Exploration, Age of Absolutism and Revolution, im­perialism, World War I, and the post World War I struggles for global power. A great emphasis will be placed upon the enhancement of student’s reading, writing, research, and critical thinking skills.