Early Modern History (High School)

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History / Grades 9-12 / Period 1/ PW / 1, 2, 3 T

Early Modern History I – 16th Century (9–12): This is the first of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course is designed to lay a foundation for understanding the development of republican thought in the sixteenth century from both Renaissance and Reformation sources. Since republican thought was not purely a matter of “politics” the readings will include a variety of themes.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

 

Early Modern History II – 17th Century (9–12): This is the second of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course will focus especially on the British world from 1600-1700, with an emphasis on the development of political thought.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

Also, this trimester will include an optional speech/debate course option, which will enable students to develop their oratorical skills.

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

 

American History and Government – 17th Century (9–12): This is the same course as Early Modern History II. It is given a different title here for the sake of parents who wish to call it a U.S. Government or American History class – because it is really doing all of the above!

This is the second of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course will focus especially on the British world from 1600-1700, with an emphasis on the development of political thought.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

 

Speech and Debate – 17th Century (9–12):

This is not a distinct class, but is an add-on to Early Modern History II for those who wish to improve their public speaking and debating skills. You do not have to register for a separate class, but simply notify the instructor or the administrator that you wish for your student to participate in the debates.

Students will prepare and conduct debates utilizing the readings from the Early Modern History II course. The teacher will provide additional instruction and direction regarding the preparation and delivery of the debates, so that this module can be considered an additional class for the student’s transcript.

For books and other requirements, please see the Early Modern History II Course Description. 

Early Modern History III – 18th Century (9–12): This is the third of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course will focus on the age of democratic revolutions (especially America and France), and the constitutional thought surrounding them.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

Class size:
Class time: 9:00 – 9:50 a.m.
Class level: 9-12
Taught by: Dr. Peter J. Wallace
Materials fee: none
Materials needed: as indicated above
Class code: PW 1

American History and Government – 18th Century (9–12):

This is the same course as Early Modern History II. It is given a different title here for the sake of parents who wish to call it a U.S. Government or American History class – because it is really doing all of the above!

This is the third of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course will focus on the age of democratic revolutions (especially America and France), and the constitutional thought surrounding them.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

Class size: class time:  
Class level: 9–12 taught by: Dr. Peter J. Wallace  
materials fee: materials needed:  

 

Speech and Debate – 18th Century (9–12):  

This is not a distinct class but is an add-on to Early Modern History III for those who wish to improve their public speaking and debating skills. You do not have to register for a separate class, but simply notify the instructor or the administrator that you wish for your student to participate in the debates.

Students will prepare and conduct debates utilizing the readings from the Early Modern History III course. The teacher will provide additional instruction and direction regarding the preparation and delivery of the debates, so that this module can be considered an additional class for the student’s transcript.

For books and other requirements, please see the Early Modern History III Course Description.

Class size: class time:  
Class level: 9–12 taught by: Dr. Peter J. Wallace  
materials fee: materials needed:  

 

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History / Grades 9-12 / Period 1/ PW / 1, 2, 3 T

Early Modern History I – 16th Century (9–12): This is the first of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course is designed to lay a foundation for understanding the development of republican thought in the sixteenth century from both Renaissance and Reformation sources. Since republican thought was not purely a matter of “politics” the readings will include a variety of themes.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

 

Early Modern History II – 17th Century (9–12): This is the second of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course will focus especially on the British world from 1600-1700, with an emphasis on the development of political thought.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

Also, this trimester will include an optional speech/debate course option, which will enable students to develop their oratorical skills.

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

 

American History and Government – 17th Century (9–12): This is the same course as Early Modern History II. It is given a different title here for the sake of parents who wish to call it a U.S. Government or American History class – because it is really doing all of the above!

This is the second of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course will focus especially on the British world from 1600-1700, with an emphasis on the development of political thought.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

 

Speech and Debate – 17th Century (9–12):

This is not a distinct class, but is an add-on to Early Modern History II for those who wish to improve their public speaking and debating skills. You do not have to register for a separate class, but simply notify the instructor or the administrator that you wish for your student to participate in the debates.

Students will prepare and conduct debates utilizing the readings from the Early Modern History II course. The teacher will provide additional instruction and direction regarding the preparation and delivery of the debates, so that this module can be considered an additional class for the student’s transcript.

For books and other requirements, please see the Early Modern History II Course Description. 

Early Modern History III – 18th Century (9–12): This is the third of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course will focus on the age of democratic revolutions (especially America and France), and the constitutional thought surrounding them.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

Class size:
Class time: 9:00 – 9:50 a.m.
Class level: 9-12
Taught by: Dr. Peter J. Wallace
Materials fee: none
Materials needed: as indicated above
Class code: PW 1

American History and Government – 18th Century (9–12):

This is the same course as Early Modern History II. It is given a different title here for the sake of parents who wish to call it a U.S. Government or American History class – because it is really doing all of the above!

This is the third of three courses that will cover several classic works of modern history as part of the third year of a four-year sequence of college preparatory history classes. The final grade will be based on class participation, completion of study questions, an essay, and a final exam.

This course will focus on the age of democratic revolutions (especially America and France), and the constitutional thought surrounding them.

[Please note: this year’s course could be considered “World History” (all three trimesters), “U.S. Government” (especially the last two trimesters); or “U.S. History” (especially the last trimester)]

To facilitate class discussion, the following editions will be required:

Class size: class time:  
Class level: 9–12 taught by: Dr. Peter J. Wallace  
materials fee: materials needed:  

 

Speech and Debate – 18th Century (9–12):  

This is not a distinct class but is an add-on to Early Modern History III for those who wish to improve their public speaking and debating skills. You do not have to register for a separate class, but simply notify the instructor or the administrator that you wish for your student to participate in the debates.

Students will prepare and conduct debates utilizing the readings from the Early Modern History III course. The teacher will provide additional instruction and direction regarding the preparation and delivery of the debates, so that this module can be considered an additional class for the student’s transcript.

For books and other requirements, please see the Early Modern History III Course Description.

Class size: class time:  
Class level: 9–12 taught by: Dr. Peter J. Wallace  
materials fee: materials needed:  

 

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