United States History
- Duration: Yearlong
- Credits: 0.00
Course Overview
United States History provides students with a comprehensive study of the nation's political, social, cultural, and economic development from its beginnings to the present. The course emphasizes both chronological progression and thematic analysis, allowing students to explore how ideas, movements, and individuals have shaped the American experience. Through the use of primary and secondary sources, students develop historical thinking skills, connect past events to current issues, and gain a deeper understanding of the American identity.
Key Learning Focus
Students will:
- Study the founding and development of the American colonies, independence, and the Constitution.
- Analyze the growth of democracy and the impact of westward expansion.
- Examine the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the struggle for civil rights.
- Explore industrialization, immigration, and urbanization.
- Investigate America's role in global conflicts, including the World Wars and the Cold War.
- Consider social, political, and cultural transformations in modern America.
- Demonstrate understanding of major events, people, and movements in American history.
- Analyze cause-and-effect relationships and historical change over time.
- Evaluate multiple perspectives and their impact on historical interpretation.
- Communicate historical arguments effectively in writing and discussion.
- Recognize the relevance of the American past to modern civic life and global challenges.
Instructional Approach
Instruction integrates lectures, primary source analysis, debates, and project-based learning. Students engage in historical inquiry, use maps and data to interpret trends, and participate in collaborative discussions to connect history to contemporary issues.
OutcomeBy the end of United States History, students will:
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