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America and the American Dream: Description

Students will engage in the study of events, movements, people, and documents in United States History from the Revolutionary Era to the present with a focus on inquiry into defining the American Dream and the evolution of American values. The course focuses on eight themes (four primary themes: Cultural Diversity and a Uniquely American Identity; Government, Politics, and Civic Participation; The Struggle for Freedom, Equality, and Social Justice; and The Role of the United States in World Affairs; and four supporting themes: The Impact of Science and Technology on Society; Economic Prosperity and Equity; The Impact of Geography on United States History; and The Role of Connecticut in United States History). These eight themes are woven throughout eight eras of study. Throughout the year, students will continually evaluate and revise the definition of the American identity and assess how each era has brought the nation closer or further away from the evolving American Dream.

Units:

The Roots of American Values: Revolution and the New Nation; Expansion and Reform; Civil War and Reconstruction; The Development of Industrial America; The Emergence of Modern America; The Great Depression and World War II; The Postwar United States; and The Contemporary United States.