World History Studies
[1]
Prerequisite: None
This course includes a survey of ancient medieval and modern times with an emphasis
placed upon modern times. A background of world events will be presented to
the student to help understand current events and world problems. Both Western
and Non-Western areas of the world will be studied.
World History Studies-H/PreAP/PreIB [1]
Prerequisite: Teacher approval and appropriate test scores
Honors/PreAP/IB World History is designed for mastery of the Texas Essential
Knowledge and Skills as well as extension beyond this mastery. The Honors student
will be expected to use primary source materials extensively. Additionally,
emphasis will be given to the study of prehistoric times and the modern era.
Research, critical thinking, and writing skills will be developed through creative
projects and activities.
World
History-AP [1]
Prerequisite: None
This course may be taken to fulfill the World History requirement for graduation.
This course focuses primarily on the past thousand years of the global experience.
It emphasizes the empires of China and Mesoamerica; the expansion of Islam;
the period of new political credits in Africa and Europe; and social, cultural,
and economic developments around the world. This course prepares the student
to take the Advanced Placement exam |
