WORLD HISTORY ONLINE

COURSE OVERVIEW

World History continues the process of developing in students an understanding of and appreciation for God’s activity as seen in the record of man and his relationships. With an emphasis on Western Europe, the course surveys ancient civilizations to the end of the 20th century, highlighting early Christianity (through the Reformation) and the two World Wars. These areas of focus target three major content strands: History, Geography, and Social Studies Skills. This interactive world history course explores history from ancient agricultural societies to today’s global community. World history covers a broad spectrum of topics that explore the politics, religions, wars, economics, technology and institutions that shaped the past into the future.
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Students in this technology-rich history course will gain a broad perspective on how human society has been affected by and will continue to be influenced by the past as they make their way through time. Lessons examine a diverse mix of topics including the origin of man and ancient civilizations, the Roman Empire, the rise of Christianity, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Mongols, the Industrial Age, and the role of the U.S. throughout history. The course units include text-based lessons, on and off-computer exercises, special projects, learning games, quizzes, and tests that appeal to today’s digital generation and help teachers to evaluate progress and mastery of the materials. Ignitia World History enriches the educational experience for Christian school students and sparks a passion for learning.

Curriculum Focus

• Understand Western Civilization from its Beginnings to the Present Day.
• Understand the Significant Political and Economic Transformations and Significant Cultural and Scientific Events in Europe During the Renaissance.
• Understand Significant Religious and Societal Issues From the Renaissance through the Reformation.
• Understand the Significant Social and Political Developments in Europe and America Brought on by the English, American, and French Revolutions.
• Understand the Effects of the Industrial Revolution.
• Analyze Major Historical and Political Events of the 20th Century, Including the Two World Wars, the Cold War, and the Vietnam War.