US History (High School)

Understanding the evolution of the United States from its beginnings as a colony to its height as a global superpower begins with this summer course, where students will focus on the social, political, and economic aspects of U.S. history. Segmented into three themes (the developing nation; forces of change; the road to modernization), coursework will focus on critical moments of change, including the American Revolution, the Civil War, the Great Depression, the Civil Rights Movement, the rise of globalism, and more, through diverse lenses and examinations of race, gender, and class. Students can look forward to vibrant debate and discussions as they use relevant materials, including primary and secondary sources, to analyze their own place within history and develop key critical thinking skills.

(1 credit)