High School World History

Course Description

Journey through human civilization in this comprehensive World History course! Learners will explore major civilizations, cultural achievements, and pivotal events that shaped our world. From ancient empires to modern globalization, students will analyze historical patterns, understand diverse perspectives, and connect past events to contemporary issues. Through virtual field trips, primary source analysis, and collaborative projects, this course develops critical thinking skills while fostering global awareness and cultural appreciation.

Format: Live Virtual - Interactive real-time sessions with immediate feedback, virtual historical explorations, collaborative discussions, and peer engagement in global historical analysis.

What You'll Learn

• Explore ancient civilizations including Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, and India
• Understand the development of major world religions and philosophies
• Analyze the Age of Exploration and cultural exchanges
• Examine revolutions, wars, and political transformations
• Study industrialization and its global impact
• Investigate 20th-century events and modern globalization
• Develop historical thinking and analysis skills
• Connect historical events to contemporary global issues

Course Features

• Comprehensive coverage from ancient times to modern era
• Virtual field trips to historical sites and museums
• Primary source document analysis and interpretation
• Interactive timelines and historical mapping activities
• Collaborative research projects and presentations
• Cultural perspective studies and comparative analysis
• Connection to current events and global citizenship
• Critical thinking and argumentative writing development

Historical Periods and Themes

• Ancient Civilizations - Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asian empires
• Medieval Period - Feudalism, Islamic civilization, and cultural exchanges
• Renaissance and Reformation - Cultural rebirth and religious changes
• Age of Exploration - Global trade, colonization, and cultural contact
• Revolutions and Nationalism - Political and social transformations
• Modern Era - Industrialization, world wars, and globalization

Materials Needed

• Digital course materials and interactive history resources (provided)
• Access to historical documents and primary sources
• World atlas or digital mapping tools
• Research materials for projects and presentations
• History notebook for notes and analysis

Prerequisites

Completion of middle school social studies courses or equivalent understanding of basic historical concepts and geographical knowledge. Students should be comfortable with reading comprehension, basic research skills, and written communication. This course is designed for high school students interested in understanding global history and developing critical thinking skills.