Course Description:

This yearlong, two-period course is designed for learners capable of college level work, and combines the course work and skills of AP European History with the study of the primary literature relevant to a review of European history. Learner will master the basic skills of historical chronology and comprehension, and will develop historical analysis and interpretation skills, research capabilities, and issues-analysis and decision-making skills through extensive experience with document-based, free-response, and change-over-time essay writing.

Learners meet all the objectives of English 10 Honors for writing and literature. In addition, they will be prepared for the AP European History exam. This course follows the advanced placement course description and uses appropriate materials as set forth by the College Board. The AP exam is strongly encouraged.

This course fulfills two semesters of the English 10 requirement and two semesters of the World History requirement. Students receive two grades, one with a weighted AP grade and one (the literature period) without.

A summer reading list or assignment may be required prior to the course.

Additional Skills and Expectations:

• • Willingness to accept and complete a rigorous reading schedule including text, primary sources, and supplemental materials.

  • Demonstrate advanced, proficient, writing skills.

  • Independently analyze literature.

  • Demonstrate strong chronological thinking skills.

  • Capable of historical comprehension, analysis, and interpretation processes.

Please visit the College Board-AP Central website for more information (http://apcentral.collegeboard.com).