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WORLD HISTORY
Syllabus
2013-2014
Instructor: Mr. McCaffrey
Textbook: Glencoe / World History
Level: College Prep. Advanced / College Prep.
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Course Description
This course begins with a brief review of Medieval Europe in association with the Crusades. Students analyze and interpret the Renaissance Era, Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment and begin a re-examination of the democratic, scientific and secular thoughts which shape modern Europe. This is followed by the French Revolution and Napoleonic Era which introduce new liberal thought that changes the principles of modern European politics. In addition students explore the Industrial Revolution, Nationalism and Unification, and the desire of Imperialism. Emphasis is placed on the economic and cultural
effects of industrialization and the association of nationalism and imperialism to the development of modern Europe. Woven into this development is the interaction of Europe with Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Encompassed is the political, economic, social and cultural effects of imperialism. The course culminates with the shaping of the 20th Century.
Included are the World Wars, Cold War and the conflict between Democracy and Communism.
Goals and Objectives
1. Demonstrate effective leadership skills: communicating (oral & written), critical thinking,
and problem solving abilities.
2. Develop an understanding of the major themes of history and connect the interrelation
of the major time periods of World History.
3. Recognize the role of human decision making, both significant and insignificant, in the
direction of history.
4. To develop competence in the collection, analysis and use of primary source material,
including materials which offer conflicting viewpoints.
5. To understand the vocabulary of economics, including its theories, systems and
fundamental concepts.
6. To appreciate the rich tradition of non - European cultures.
7. To initiate the discussion of religion, ethics and philosophy relative to historical change.
8. To investigate how technology and scientific discovery have reshaped human affairs.
9. To investigate the chronological order of historical events, and determine the cause and
effect of major social change.
10. To develop an understanding of multiple forms of government.
Scope and Sequence
1. Ancient Rome and The Byzantine Empire
2. The Middle Ages
3. Renaissance and Reformation in Europe
4. The Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment
5. The French Revolution and Napoleonic Era
6. The Industrial Revolution
7. Nationalism and Unification
8. The Age of Imperialism
9. Twentieth Century Wars
10. The Cold War: Shaping the 20th Century
COURSE EXPECTATIONS
1. Class Preparation: Students are expected to bring their textbook, 3 ring binder and a pen or
pencil to class everyday.
2. Homework will be given 4 nights a week / To receive credit must be turned in the next day.
If absent, it must be turned in the following day of your return.
3. Class participation: Stay on task, focused, and complete all in class required work.
Teaching Strategies
1. Lecture and discussion
2. Group Work \ Cooperative Learning
3. Individual Work
4. Projects \ Oral Presentations
5. Computer \ Internet
6. Role Playing
Evaluations
1. Tests \ Projects 50%
2. Quizzes 25%
3. Homework 15%
4. Class Participation 10%