UNITED STATES HISTORY AP (HONORS): one credit; full-year course; grades 11-12
Prerequisite: taking English honors or have the approval of both the AP instructor and counselor. Students must maintain a “C-” or better grade average to remain in United States History H.
This course is designed to encourage the in-depth, independent study ofAmerican History from colonial times to the present. Emphasis will be upon the ability to analyze comparative political and economic systems with emphasis on the United States. Students will be able to analyze events, trends, personalities, and movements which shaped Illinois, the United States, and the world. There will be data gathering, lecture, reading in the text and relevant documents, plus discussion to use the basic concepts of social studies in interpreting human behavior and applying skills to decision making in life situations. One research paper is mandatory in either the first orsecond semester as directed by the teacher. Students must complete and turn in the research paper to pass the semester. Students also will be encouraged, but not required, to take the Advanced Placement Exam. There will be a fee for taking the exam.
Course Syllabus
Prerequisite: taking English honors or have the approval of both the AP instructor and counselor. Students must maintain a “C-” or better grade average to remain in United States History H.
This course is designed to encourage the in-depth, independent study ofAmerican History from colonial times to the present. Emphasis will be upon the ability to analyze comparative political and economic systems with emphasis on the United States. Students will be able to analyze events, trends, personalities, and movements which shaped Illinois, the United States, and the world. There will be data gathering, lecture, reading in the text and relevant documents, plus discussion to use the basic concepts of social studies in interpreting human behavior and applying skills to decision making in life situations. One research paper is mandatory in either the first orsecond semester as directed by the teacher. Students must complete and turn in the research paper to pass the semester. Students also will be encouraged, but not required, to take the Advanced Placement Exam. There will be a fee for taking the exam.
Course Syllabus