World History

Course Overview

World History is an opportunity to develop a greater understanding of the evolution of global processes and contacts, in interaction with different types of human societies. In essence, how did the world get where it is today. To affect this understanding, students need a combination of factual knowledge and analytical skills.

This course highlights the nature of changes in the global framework, their causes and consequences, as well as comparisons among major societies. This course is truly global in its scope, including Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe represented.

Syllabus

World History 2019–2020 Syllabus

Google Classroom

Westlake High School utilizes the Google Classroom platform to share classroom resources, many assignments, and assessment preparation materials to students. WHS students will receive a classroom code to access these materials, submit assignments, and track any missing work.

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