Welcome to World History. This course involves an examination of World History, beginning from the Renaissance and continuing up to the present.  This course concentrates on major themes common to all cultures and civilizations. The course will be taught using Project Based Learning, where students have more control of the journey and outcome of their learning.

Course Objectives

1. Students will examine the political, social, economic, and cultural influences throughout history.
2. Investigate the issues that reflect change and continuity between cultures and eras.
3. Explore the various approaches and interpretations of World History.
4. Gain insight into current trends and problems in modern society through an examination of past experiences
5. Students will conduct historical research that includes forming research questions, developing a thesis, investigating a variety of primary and secondary sources, and presenting their findings.

Course Topics

1. The Renaissance
2. Protestant Reformation
3. Scientific Revolution
4. The Enlightenment
5. French and English Revolutions
6. Industrial Revolution
7. Imperialism
8. World War I / Russian Revolution / World War II

Text and Required Supplies

1. Required Text: World History, by Ellis & Esler (provided by teacher, digital textbook available online on Schoology or Google Classroom)
2. A 3-inch, three-ringed binder with filler paper. (Provided by student)
3. Google Drive
4. Pen (Blue or Black ink only, provided by student)
5. School-issued Chromebook or similar device with internet capability.