FRESHMEN
As an introduction to historical inquiry at the high school level, ninth graders begin with a broad history of the modern world that also provides the foundation for their development of essential historical thinking skills, their understanding of world geography, and the global historical context for US history in the tenth grade.
Roots of the Modern World( or) Roots of the Modern World Foundations
1 Credit Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation for Foundations level
" Roots of the Modern World " is an interdisciplinary social science course for 9th-grade students, introducing fundamental concepts and skills essential for comprehending the development of our modern world from a global perspective. It explores the origins, beliefs, and lasting impacts of major world religions and philosophies, while analyzing historical events to understand their significance and impact on a global scale. Students delve into historical eras such as the Renaissance, Reformation, Enlightenment, Age of Revolutions, Imperialism, and early globalization. By the end, students will understand the birth of the modern world, and develop critical thinking and analytical skills essential for appreciating its complexities.
Roots of the Modern World Honors
1 Credit Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation for Honors level
" Roots of the Modern World " is an interdisciplinary social science course for 9th-grade students, introducing fundamental concepts and skills essential for comprehending the development of our modern world from a global perspective. It explores the origins, beliefs, and lasting impacts of major world religions and philosophies, while analyzing historical events to understand their significance and impact on a global scale. Students delve into historical eras such as the Renaissance, Reformation, Enlightenment, Age of Revolutions, Imperialism, and early globalization. By the end, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the modern world ' s roots and develop critical thinking and analytical skills essential for appreciating its complexities. At the Honors level, students should expect a challenging academic experience that focuses on developing the college-level historical thinking and academic skills necessary for continued study at the Honors and Advanced Placement level, including extensive outside of class reading, writing, and research requirements.
SOPHOMORES
An in-depth understanding of American history, and the nation’ s role in the modern world, is essential for any student studying in the United States, as well as a graduation requirement by the State of Maine.
Modern US History( or) Modern US History Foundations
1 Credit Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation for Foundations level
This course will explore the history of the United States chronologically, from the mid-19th century to the present, to help students understand both the development of the nation’ s history over the past 150 years, as well as its role in the world today. Students will refine the process of historical inquiry through the development of both written and verbal expression, and examine primary and secondary sources for validity, point of view, and historical context. In addition, students will be expected to build competent and appropriate connections to issues in the contemporary world.
Modern US History Honors
1 Credit Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation for Honors level
This course will explore the history of the United States chronologically, from the mid-19th century to the present, to help students understand both the development of the nation’ s history over the past 150 years, as well as its role in the world today. Students will refine the process of historical inquiry through the development of both written and verbal expression, and examine primary and secondary sources for validity, point of view, and historical context. In addition, students will be expected to build competent and appropriate connections to issues in the contemporary world. At the Honors level, students should expect a challenging academic experience that focuses on developing the college-level historical thinking and academic skills necessary for continued study at the Honors and Advanced Placement level, including extensive outside of class reading, writing, and research requirements.
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