【World History】（Social Science/Humanities-Ancient World History & Medieval World History)

Do you like mummies and mysteries, Greek gods and myths, and ancient Chineseinventions? Then you will love ancient world history!

In this part, studentswill study the ancient worldbeginning with the early humans and ending with ancient Rome.This coursewill include the rise of the early civilizations, ancient Egypt and the Middle East, and ancient India, China, Greece, and Rome.Studentswill explore how these civilizations came to be, how they grew and influenced others, the differences in their cultures and beliefs, and the major achievements of each civilization.

The Medieval World History partwill survey the medieval world, beginning with the fall of Rome and ending with the Renaissance and Reformation. Students will investigate social, political, economic, and religious changes that occurred in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Throughout the course, students will consider the factors leading to the rise and fall of civilizations. This course aims to introduce students to a critical period of world history and to challenge preconceptions about medieval life with fresh perspectives. Students will cultivate contextual, research, and writing skills. In particular, students will understand causation and connections between different civilizations.