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IB History Teacher:
IB History Teacher:
Mrs. Alison Simister
Mrs. Alison Simister
Ms. Kelly Saenz
Ms. Kelly Saenz
What topics are covered in SL or year 1 of HL?
What topics are covered in SL or year 1 of HL?
The SL course focuses on Twentieth Century Global History topics, including: Paths to World War II in Asia and Europe, the Cold War and post-Cold War experience in the US, USSR, China, and Europe. Additional topics include the study of non-democratic, authoritarian rule in the USSR, China, and Germany. An important and valuable college-prep feature of the course is the Internal Assessment, a research component that provides students the opportunity to investigate a historical question of their choosing. Students learn to evaluate a range of evidence and perspectives and to effectively summarize their findings in a research report.
What topics are covered in HL (year 2)?
What topics are covered in HL (year 2)?
The HL course adds new topics, including post-World War II Western, Central, and Eastern Europe and includes "revision" (an IB term) for additional depth in the SL topics and the IA, which can include additional sources and revision of the SL Internal Assessment or investigation of a new IA topic--again, student's choice.
What makes your class unique?
What makes your class unique?
This class emphasizes development of effective individual learning and practice as well as whole class and small group collaboration. Class begins with students asking questions and working on various approaches to understanding historical topics. Students are encouraged to participate in lively classroom discussions and to very frequently work together on class objectives.
How much homework is required in your class?
How much homework is required in your class?
Homework is introduced, and some time is allotted to keep time outside of class to a minimum. Most of the IA can be completed on class time.
What is your favorite thing about teaching IB?
What is your favorite thing about teaching IB?
Working with intellectually curious students who are enthusiastic about contributing to a dynamic learning environment.
Course Syllabus
Course Syllabus
Which AP test does your IB Course align with? What percentage of the AP test is covered in your course. Please list topics students would need to self study if they choose to also challenge the AP exam.
Which AP test does your IB Course align with? What percentage of the AP test is covered in your course. Please list topics students would need to self study if they choose to also challenge the AP exam.
No longer aligns with AP.
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