World History SAI (Period 2)

Course Description

This course is a study of world history, culture, and geography.  It begins with the story of early humans and follows history to the shaping of the modern world.  Along the way students will compare Greek and Roman philosophy with Judeo-Christian and Islamic thought.  The explorations to the East and to the West along with the political revolutions in England, America, and France will be studied.  The Industrial Revolution around the world and its effects on natural resources, entrepreneurship, labor, and capital is far reaching into the present day.  Imperialism and wars, including WWI and WWII, has had a profound affect upon the world of today.  Discussion will include the shrinking world and the global economy with its integration of information, technology, and communication.

This class has been developed so the students can have knowledge and express themselves on the subject in this ever evolving world. The SPHS Expected Schoolwide Learner Outcomes (ESLOS) will be followed so students will be able to think and produce in a variety of ways, communicate effectively, be resourceful, and be responsible and accountable in their community and beyond. Because of the expectations and guided work exploration of this class, the students will be headed towards the mission statement of South Pasadena High School which is to empower/enable students to think critically and creatively, communicate effectively, solve problems, set and reach goals, and work cooperatively and independently as responsible citizens of the community.

The Common Core Curriculum Standards are guiding the subject matter in the class work, homework, tests, and projects so that 21st century skills can be obtained for life beyond high school.