A grade of B+ or higher in Humanities 2 or Humanities 2 in Action, AP Language & Composition, or Junior English.
10th Grade Entry: A grade of A- or higher in Humanities 1 or Humanities 1 in Action
This course focuses on the major themes of European History from the High Renaissance (1450) through the 21st Century. This course also traces the development of Europe through the major categories of historical studies in a broad intellectual, cultural, political, diplomatic, social, and economic context.
Students will:
- Acquire an adequate knowledge of the general narrative of European history from 1450 to the 2000s.
- Gain an awareness and understanding of European contacts with other areas of the world.
- Establish a plausible relationship between facts and events and demonstrate the appropriate use of historical concepts and generalizations in such a process.
- Make critical use of historical evidence, such as documentary materials, maps, statistical tables, pictures and political cartoons in support of arguments and judgments.
- Write logical, analytical and coherent essays.
- Summative and formative assessments
- Individual and group presentations
- Simulations
- Class participation and group discussions
- Mid-year assessment, final assessment
"From the Renaissance, the revival of classical texts and learning, the Enlightenment, the age of reason, and imperial expansion across the globe, the European continent has played a central role in the history of the world. AP European History takes you through the story of Europe’s ascendency from rustic feudal society to global power. This course challenges you to recognise political, social, and economic developments that have shaped the nations and peoples of the European continent. The work can be intense, with textbook readings, source analysis, and taking notes in lectures. However, with proper time management, effective note-taking, and focused review, the course becomes much more enjoyable. Your ability to connect evidence to historical developments will then be tested in four main ways: MCQs (Multiple-Choice Questions), SAQs (Short-Answer Questions), LEQs (Long Essay Questions), and DBQs (Document-Based Questions). The exams will be overwhelming at first, but through practice, essay writing and MCQs will become second nature. If you enjoy learning about anything from the Protestant Reformation or the Age of Revolutions, AP European History offers both intellectual rigor and excellent insight into a continent and its people who shaped the world we live in today."