World History Honors

Course Number: C310 /
Category: History and Social Science /
Credits: 1 /
Recommended Grades: 11,12 /
Level: Honors /
Length: Semester /
Description: Students examine the social, political, technological, and religious changes in the world from the mid-19th century through present day using a variety of written and visual sources. Along with the study of historical events and concepts, connections are made to physical and cultural geography, government, economics, culture, and the arts. Coursework includes more (and more advanced) reading, writing, and independent research than that required in the regular World History course. Students are required to complete assigned readings selected by the instructor during the summer before the course. Prerequisites: A high level of success in 8th grade Social Studies and English Language Arts and a teacher recommendation.