Grade 11 Social Studies

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Advanced Placement European History   (27 weeks, 1.5 credits)

This course investigates the development of Western European society between 1450 and the present. The students will become familiar with the principal themes in modern European history and the methods for the analysis of historical evidence. Advanced Placement European History is designed for students who seek college level work.  Prerequisites: B or better in AP U.S. History or B+ or better in 10th Honors Social Studies or A- or better in 10th Academic Social Studies or teacher recommendation.

Students who take this course should plan to take the Advanced Placement European History Test given in May.

Modern World History, Honors or Academic  (18 weeks, 1 credit)

This course will concentrate on the history of the modern world, both Western and non-Western, from 1700 CE to the present. Topics will include foreign policy, political systems, social and cultural change, and economic trends. This course is designed for students seeking academically challenging material.

The honors course addresses the same time period and topics as the academic course but in more depth, with added readings, writing assignments, and projects.  Honors prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

Contemporary World History     (18 weeks, 1 credit)

Contemporary World History will introduce students to trends in the contemporary world, both Western and non-Western, from 1700 CE to the present, with emphasis on the twentieth century.