World History from Medieval to Modern Times

This course covers world history from the early medieval period through the end of World War II in the twentieth century. This is a significant amount of time, and therefore the course is taught primarily as a survey, focusing on major events and important themes. Students also have the opportunity to explore the content through a variety of case studies as individuals, small groups, and a full class.In this course we explore cultures and empires as well as political, economic, and social systems,and examine the influence of leaders who provided the foundations for modern times. Throughout the course, students examine the complexity and diversity of the human experience, but they also work to draw connections between different civilizations and time periods.