AP European History
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1 Subject : Page: ____ AP European History Facilitator : Peter Conlon TIMELINE 1 Week CONTENT What is History The student will gain an appreciation and understanding of the science of history The student will learn that history is reality, not necessarily and distinctively past, present, and future; but one continuous and contiguous now. Grade Level: 12 SKILLS Identify the cause and effect relationships in 1 Week Overview of Graeco-Roman Civilization How Greco-Roman civilization laid a firm and distinctive foundation for the unique growth of European civilization in the West history Analyze how events determine other events; sequence and pattern Analyze the debate of whether the future is predetermined or part of an infinite number of futures Assess why one studies history Explain how the knowledge of history can help one put ones own life in perspective Explain and discuss the different theories relating to the origins of the universe: Big Bang, Darwin, Chardin Answer the question; does history evolve Chart the origins of civilization and culture in the West Describe and analyze what makes western civilization unique / compare and contrast the early ancient civilizations and assess their development and dissipation Identify Greece as the grandfather of western civilization Explain the origins and heritage of JudaeoChristian culture and its impact on civilization in the West Explain why Greco-Roman civilization is integral to the development of the West Specifically assess the origins and limitations of Athenian democracy Analyze the major events in Greek and Roman history Identify the basic elements in Greek and Roman art and architecture Discuss the origins of Western literature, philosophy, and science as found in GrecoRoman culture ASSESSMENT NJCCCS 6.3 A 6.1 A 1-7 Group Discussion Portfolio Assessment (Essays, Videos, Speech) Cooperative Learning Comprehensive Essay Group Discussion Comprehensive Test Class Participation Portfolio Assessment (Videos, Essays, Reviews) Comprehensive Objective Test 6.3 A, B, C, (reinforce) 6.3 D,3 6.1 A; 1-7 2 1 Week The Middle Ages The Middle Ages as a long and vital gestation period for the birth of Modern European culture and civilization Identify Rome as the architect of governmental structure and administration in the West Discuss specifically the impact of the Pax Romana and peace in general on the development of civilization in the West Identify the major personages of GrecoRoman culture and discuss the impact one person can have on history Assess how and why civilizations fall; Rome specifically Explain how a civilization though conquered like Greece was/can still have a major and dominating influence on its conqueror, i.e. Rome Homework Group Participation Discuss the three main influences on the civilization of the Middle Ages: Christianity, Feudalism, and the Germanic tradition Explain how and why Christianity became the dominant force in Western Civilization for over a thousand years Describe feudalism and manorialism and discuss their political, social, and economic impact Identify and relate the development of the early monarchies and dynasties of Britain, France, and Germany Identify the Germanic influence and its concepts of law, custom, and kinship Discuss the impact and influence of Islam on European civilization Appreciate the art, architecture, and music of the Middle Ages Explain the philosophies and ideas of both Augustine and Thomas Aquinas Visually appreciate and identify Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Learn about medieval music and chant Analyze the causes and effects of the Crusades Comprehensive Objective test Comprehensive Essay test Group Discussion Oral Presentations Alternative Assessment (Speech, Essay) Portfolio Assessment (Music, Models) Power Point Presentations 6.3 D, 4 6.1 A; 1-7 3 1 Week The Renaissance How and why the Renaissance is regarded and accepted as the beginning of the modern era in the West 1 Week The Reformation How and why the Reformation occurred and how it contributed to the movement to the modern era Identify the High Middle Ages as the bridge to the modern era Recognize the development of the university as the key to the development of modern culture Discuss political, economic, and social developments in 14th Century which gave birth to the Renaissance Discuss in particular the increase in commerce and trade that gave birth to the new middle class Describe the effect the rising middle class and the emerging merchant economy had on the medieval systems of feudalism and manorialism Recognize and identify the great artists, writers, and intellectuals of the time Discuss how the evolution in styles of art and sculpture mirror the socio-economic evolution of the middle class Compare and contrast the Renaissance in Northern Europe with the Renaissance in the South (Italy) Assess and evaluate the impact of Renaissance ideals and values on the hegemony of the Church Explain and assess the Renaissance as the catalyst for the Reformation Identify the basic elements of Renaissance art, literature, & music Discuss the doctrine and theology of Martin Luther Discuss the doctrine and theology of John Calvin Compare and contrast Calvin and Luther Describe the political implications of the Reformation on the hegemony of the Church Describe the socio-economic implications of the Reformation on the medieval order Explain the unique character of the Reformation in England under Henry VIII 6.3 D, 3,4 6.1 A; 1-7 Comprehensive Test (Objective) Comprehensive Test (Subjective) Group Discussion Portfolio Assessment (Essays, Reviews) Comprehensive Essay Test (Objective/Multiple Choice) Subjective Essay Test Group Participation/Discussion 6.3 D, 6 6.1 A; 1-7 4 1 Week The Age of Absolutism The rise of absolutism studied as an integral and necessary part of the evolution of government in Modern Europe Analyze the value and success of the Counter-Reformation Discuss the dynastic struggles of the 16th Century in England, France, Spain, and Russia as the prelude to the rise of Absolutism in the West Chart and assess the development of absolutism in England through the reigns of the Tudors and the Stuarts Compare and contrast the rise of the absolute monarchy in England with the growth and ascendancy of Parliament Describe how absolutism evolved as a necessary and desirable form of government in France distinctly different than that of England and France and uniquely autocratic Identify the Baroque as the representation and tool of absolutism in art, architecture and music Discuss the Scientific revolution which preceded and gave birth to the Enlightenment Discuss the political changes of the 18th Century in Europe directly connected to the Enlightenment; specifically the evolution of political thought leading to the philosophy of liberalism and the theories of Locke and Rousseau Discuss the economic changes of the 18th Century; the Atlantic economy, mercantilism, and colonial warfare, as well as the new economic theories of Adam Smith and the birth and development of capitalism Explain how the revolutionary changes politically, socially, economically, religiously, and intellectually all led to the French Revolution Analyze the French Revolution as a pivotal 2 Weeks The Enlightenment: The Age of Reason The Enlightenment was a new world view which brought about an intellectual revolution which laid the foundation for modern thought Essay Evaluation Test (Objective/Multiple Choice) Portfolio Assessment (Essays, Videos) Comprehensive Historical Essay Alternative Assessment (Speech, Essays) Group Discussion Power Point Presentation Internet Assignments 6.3 D,6; E,1,6 6.1 A; 1-7 6.3 D, 4,6; E, 1 6.1 A; 1-7 5 2 Weeks The Dual Revolution: The French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution The impact of the Dual Revolution (the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution) on 19th Century Europe as well as its continuing effect to the present point in modern European History Compare and contrast the French Revolution and the American Revolution particularly for world wide impact and significance Assess how Napoleon was an integral and necessary part of revolutionary process itself Analyze why the French people would allow Napoleon to wear the crown of emperor Learn how art and music can both be utilized to create and fan the revolutionary spirit Discuss the rise of Napoleon and the reasons why the French people would be willing to give power to one man Explain the reactionary posture of the European powers at the Congress of Vienna Understand the reasons why the Industrial Revolution began when it did; and why it began in England Evaluate the connection between the Agricultural Revolution and the Industrial Revolution Analyze the radical ideas and early socialism which were both a reaction and a response to the changes brought about by the Industrial Era and the French Revolution Compare and contrast the pluses and minuses of the Industrial Revolution and their impact on daily life Appreciate the unique nature and characteristics of Marxian socialism See the Romantic Movement both as a response to the extremes of the Industrial Revolution and case of nationalism Appreciate the Romantic movement in art, literature, and music Understand how and why revolutions and reform movements sprang up all over Europe Comprehensive Objective Test Alternative Assessment (Examples, Essay, Videos) Homework Cooperative Learning Essay test/Subjective 6.3 D,6; E,1; 2,7 6.1 A 1-7 6 2 Weeks Nationalism: Towards the Twentieth Century The impact and influence nationalism had on the European nations and how it changed the course of history, ultimately fueling an imperialism which led to war 4 Weeks The Age of War: The Twentieth Century The legacy of the twentieth century was both world war and a class of ideologies dictated by the course of events of modern European History Explain how and why Napoleon III was able to obtain power and follow in his uncles footsteps Discuss the story of Italian unification and Emilio Cavour Discuss the story of German unification and the unique method of Otto VonBismarck Explain the rise of the national-state concept all over Europe Describe how the West expanded through colonialism and imperialism all over the world Evaluate whether this expansion was positive or negative Understand how a world economy, with the accompanying ideology of international competition, began to develop Explain how the imperialistic economic competition fueled by nationalism caused the great wars of the twentieth century Discuss that the “war to end all wars” never ended Evaluate the Treaty of Versailles as the primary cause of WWII Analyze and discuss the concept that WWII could actually be interpreted as a clash of Communism, Socialism, and Capitalism Analyze and discuss the concept that WWII could be viewed as a clash between Totalitarianism and democracy That the so termed “Cold War” was a continuation of the ideological clash, and simply a “different kind of war” Explain the breakup of the Soviet Union Discuss the future of the “New” Eastern Europe, and a reunited German State Analyze the possibility of a united Europe Hypothesize the future of Europe in the twenty-first century Comprehensive test Evaluate Group Discussion Power Point Presentations Internet Presentations 6.3 E, 1,7 F,1 6: 1 A; 1-7 Objective/Multiple Choice Test Readings (Class) Group Discussion Role Playing 6.3 F, 1,2 G, 1,2 H, 1,2,3,4 6,1 A; 1-7 7 1 Week The Culture and History of the East: India and China The opportunity to compare and contrast European History with the remainder of the world; particularly India and China, with special emphasis on the Eastern mind and method of thought Appreciate the unique geography and history of India Understand how Hinduism and India go hand in hand Discuss the main elements and beliefs of Buddhism Compare and contrast the different thought and philosophy with the West Listen to and perhaps appreciate the music of India and China Essay Test Group Discussion Alternative Assessment (Models, Videos, Music) 6.1 A 1-7
