AP European History

This course is based on a chronological and detailed history of Europe, beginning with the Renaissance (1450) and ending with contemporary times. It follows the curriculum as established by the College Board for its Advanced Placement Exam in European History to be taken in the spring semester. Work is focused on analysis of historical events from multiple perspectives through active research, primary source analysis, document based questions, position and reaction papers, free response essays, frequent quizzes and tests and active participation in class. All students must complete a formal research paper. Essential skills involve working with multiple causation; specificity of supportive evidence; analysis of causes and effects; the application of abstract concepts across units of study and the use of multiple perspectives. Students must be highly motivated, independent learners who demonstrate a commitment to excellence by a willingness to struggle through and master challenging content material to meet strict and fast paced deadlines. Students must possess above grade level critical reading, writing and analytical skills with the drive to meet the responsibility and demands of the college level work presented in this course. A summer reading and writing assignment is mandatory.

Please note: Students are required to earn one credit in United States History to meet graduation standards in accordance with Connecticut state law.

UConn Early College Experience (UConn ECE) provides academically motivated students with the opportunity to take university courses while in high school. These challenging courses allow students to preview college work, build confidence in their readiness for college, and earn college credits that provide both an academic and a financial head-start on a college degree and other postsecondary opportunities. UConn ECE Instructors are high school teachers certified as UConn ECE Instructors by the University. UConn ECE faculty foster independent learning, creativity and critical thinking - all important for success in college and careers. RHAM High School offers UConn ECE courses in a variety of disciplines. To support rigorous learning, University of Connecticut academic resources, including library and online classroom access, are available to all UConn ECE Students. (UConn ECE Policies and Procedures Guide)