World History 3 -1600's to 1865
TBD
Course Description
This course will use United States History from BJU press as a spine to our study of American History through the Civil War. We will also read a variety of historical fiction and non-fiction books. Throughout our studies we will examine the role of faith in our nation’s development.
We will examine the first inhabitants of North America, formation of 13 colonies, the process of becoming one nation, the American Revolution, Constitution, westward expansion, antebellum period, Civil War, and other topics. Students will complete a research project and class presentation on a topic of their choosing in the second semester. Students will be expected to do written historical analysis throughout the year. Each class will consist of extensive discussions and some lecture.
Students will learn a chronology of events in American history. They will also learn about the underlying forces and ideas at work in our history. Students formulate and support theories about the causes and events of many historical events. Each student will have an opportunity to express himself in writing, discussions, and various projects.
Specific skills that we will learn and practice this year include: reading analytically, taking notes, public speaking, various historical writing styles, and research.
This will be a reading intensive course. Each week, students will read chapters of the United States History, a historical fiction or non-fiction work, and often primary source documents. Students will complete reading logs and written assignments based on their reading. I will be giving brief reading quizzes, and there will be a discussion period during every class.
This class will provide a foundational knowledge in American History from exploration to 1865 as well as preparation for future historical studies.
Suggested Student Background
Your student will need to be willing keep up with their reading assignments, be able to navigate the internet for research and maintain a studious demeanor during oral presentations and group discussions. In addition your student should be comfortable writing brief essays (5 paragraph essays) which include a thesis statement, supporting evidence, and a conclusion.
Textbook
United States History, BJU Press
Literature:
The Landing of the Pilgrims
The Red Badge of Courage
Uncle Tom’s Cabin
Founding Brothers
Rise to Rebellion: A Novel of the American Revolution
Three African-American Classics: Up from Slavery, The Souls of Black Folk and Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass