This Advanced World History course is designed to provide students with and in-depth study of the World’s rich history, beginning with the Rise of early civilizations (beginning as far back as 4000 B.C.) and ending with the Renaissance from AD 1000 to AD 1500. This course will also teach students to think critically about our history in order to shape their future.

Topics covered this year:

Hunter-Gatherers and Farmers

River Valley Civilizations: People and Ideas on the move 4000BC-300BC

Great Empires

Rise and Fall of Empires: AD 300-1000

Spread of Culture and Religion

Communication and Trade- Silk Road and Crusades AD 1000-1500

Interaction and Transformation: AD 1000-1500