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Introduction

This syllabus is designed to provide a comprehensive guide for the AP U.S. History course, ensuring alignment with the Advanced Placement standards set by the College Board. It outlines the course structure, key objectives, and weekly schedule to support educators in planning and delivering an effective AP course.

Course Title: Advanced Placement U.S. History
Course Code: APUSH-202
Academic Year: 2050-2051
Term Dates: January 1, 2050 to June 15, 2050

Course Description

The AP U.S. History course explores the development of the United States from pre-Columbian times to the present. Students will examine major events, movements, and figures that have shaped the nation’s history. The course emphasizes critical thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to interpret historical evidence.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, students will:

Analyze key events and themes in U.S. history.
Evaluate historical evidence and formulate arguments.
Understand the historical context and significance of major events.
Prepare for the AP U.S. History Exam through practice and review.
Develop skills in historical writing and analysis

Weekly Schedule

Week	Dates	Topics Covered	Assignments Due	Key Activities
1	January 1, 2050 – January 7, 2050	Pre-Columbian America	Reading: Chapter 1	Lecture: Native American Societies
2	January 8, 2050 – January 14, 2050	Exploration and Colonization	Essay: Early Explorers	Group Discussion: European Exploration
3	January 15, 2050 – January 21, 2050	Colonial America	Quiz: Colonial Period	Activity: Colonial Life Simulation
4	January 22, 2050 – January 28, 2050	American Revolution	Project: Revolution Leaders	Debate: Causes of the Revolution
5	January 29, 2050 – February 4, 2050	Constitution and Early Republic	Reading: Federalist Papers	Lecture: Formation of the New Government
6	February 5, 2050 – February 11, 2050	Civil War and Reconstruction	Midterm Exam Review	Activity: Civil War Battles Map
7	February 12, 2050 – February 18, 2050	Industrialization and Urbanization	Assignment: Industrial Leaders	Lecture: Economic Changes in the 19th Century
8	February 19, 2050 – February 25, 2050	World Wars and the Great Depression	Essay: The New Deal	Group Project: Impact of WWII
9	February 26, 2050 – March 3, 2050	Modern America	Final Exam Review	Activity: Modern America Timeline

Assessment Methods

Assessments will be conducted through:

Quizzes – Regular quizzes on recent topics to gauge understanding.
Assignments – Written essays and projects to explore historical themes and figures.
Midterm Exam – A comprehensive exam covering material up to the mid-point of the course.
Final Exam – A cumulative exam assessing the entire course content.

Required Materials

Textbook: The American Pageant by David M. Kennedy and Lizabeth Cohen
Supplementary Materials: The U.S. History Companion by Karen Wright
Online Resources: AP Classroom, Khan Academy U.S. History

Contact Information

For further inquiries, please contact:

Instructor: Anita Williams
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM