World History--2nd Block
Course Description
This course is designed to introduce students to important concepts of World History and to broaden their knowledge about major historical periods. Students will extensively study eight significant, recurring themes. These major themes are as follows: power & authority; religious & ethical systems; revolution; interaction with environment; economics; cultural interaction; empire building; and science & technology. Students will discover that people from all over the world are more alike than they realize. This course will also demonstrate ways people and places are interrelated. Students will learn that throughout history humans have confronted similar obstacles, have struggled to achieve similar goals, and continually have strived to better themselves and the world around them.