World History A
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World History with a focus on the development and impact of Western Civilization. The official historical starting point of this course is the 1450 A.D., which is generally considered to be the beginning of the Modern Period. However, to put this time period in context, you will briefly examine the historical background preceding the Modern Period. This first course will then progress to help set the stage for the events of the 20th Century. I want to preface this course by noting that it is important to keep in mind that, although it is history course, the units may not follow a perfect chronological order. That is to say that the study of one time period does not necessarily start chronologically where another ends. All of the time periods studied in these units overlap one another, and because of that, have profound effects on each other.
Enduring Understanding
- World History has been greatly influenced by the History of Western Civilizations.
- Roles and standards for world leaders have changed greatly in the last 600 years.
- The European Renaissance marked a rebirth in learning which had far reaching effects in the world that can still be seen today.
- Societies have been shaped and organized by a variety of religious beliefs, economic systems, and social structures. History has been marked by pivotal changes in ideas, government, and technology.
- The development of democracy has been a relatively recent, tumultuous, and fragile occurance in history.
Content Topics
Unit 1
Renaissance/Reformation
Unit 2
The Age of Absolutism
Unit 3
The Enlightenment
Unit 4
The French Revolution
Unit 5
The Industrial Revolution