High School Hybrid Course

World History

Explore the interconnected story of humanity through an inclusive, global perspective that celebrates diverse cultures and civilizations.

2 Semesters
4 Major Units
Global Perspective
Course Overview

Why Study World History?

Gain a comprehensive understanding of human civilization through multiple perspectives, emphasizing global connections and the contributions of all peoples throughout history.

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Global Perspective

Study history from multiple viewpoints, examining how different cultures, regions, and peoples have shaped our world throughout time.

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Critical Analysis

Develop advanced skills in evaluating historical sources, understanding bias, and constructing evidence-based arguments.

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Primary Sources

Engage directly with historical documents, artifacts, and accounts to understand the past through original voices and evidence.

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Academic Writing

Master historical argumentation through essays, research papers, and document-based questions that prepare you for college-level work.

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Inclusive History

Explore the contributions and experiences of all peoples, challenging traditional narratives and embracing diverse perspectives.

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College Preparation

Build skills in research, analysis, and communication that will serve you well in higher education and beyond.

Curriculum

Four Comprehensive Units

Journey through human history from our earliest origins to the dawn of the modern world, exploring connections across cultures and continents.

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Foundations of an Inclusive World History

Explore what makes history "global" and "inclusive." Learn essential historical thinking skills, understand how to analyze sources, examine different perspectives on the past, and establish the framework for studying world history.

Methodological Foundation
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Human Origins and Early Civilizations

From human evolution and global migration patterns to the rise of complex societies. Study early civilizations across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas, examining how geography, technology, and culture shaped human development.

Prehistoric - 500 CE
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Global Connections and Empires

Examine expanding trade networks, cultural exchanges, and the rise of major empires. Explore how the Silk Roads, Indian Ocean trade, trans-Saharan commerce, and other networks connected distant civilizations.

500-1500 CE
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Global Transformations

Study the age of exploration, colonialism, scientific revolution, political revolutions, and early industrialization. Understand how these transformations reshaped global relationships and laid foundations for the modern world.

1500–1900 CE
Your Instructor

Meet Your Teacher

Learn from an experienced educator who brings a global perspective to world history through rigorous academic training and inclusive teaching methods.

Selekane Mosuoe

Selekane Mosuoe

History Teacher

Selekane combines rigorous academic training with a passion for inclusive education that centers diverse perspectives and promotes critical thinking. With expertise in global history, she guides students through complex historical narratives while developing essential analytical skills.

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Schedule

Class Times

Choose from two convenient session times that meet twice weekly. Both sessions cover the same comprehensive curriculum with interactive discussions and collaborative learning.

Ụtụtụ Session

("Morning" in Igbo)

9:00 AM ET
Tuesdays & Thursdays
8AM Central • 7AM Mountain • 6AM Pacific
2PM/3PM UK • 3PM WAT

Nzukọ Session

("Gathering" in Igbo)

3:00 PM ET
Tuesdays & Thursdays
2PM Central • 1PM Mountain • 12PM Pacific
8PM/9PM UK • 9PM WAT
Time Zone Notice: Course begins during Daylight Saving Time. When Standard Time begins in November, Eastern Time classes will shift one hour earlier (8AM and 2PM ET). International students should note both Daylight and Standard time references.
Prerequisites: Strong reading and writing skills recommended. No prior history coursework required, but students should be prepared for college-level analytical thinking and research assignments.

What to Expect

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Weekly Workload

3-4 hours per week including reading assignments, document analysis, writing exercises, research projects, and active class participation.

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Interactive Discussions

Socratic seminars, historical debates, collaborative analysis, and peer review sessions that deepen understanding through diverse perspectives.

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Research Projects

Independent investigations, group research, primary source projects, and historical inquiry that develop advanced analytical skills.

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Assessment Methods

Document-based questions, research papers, essay exams, source analyses, and projects that emphasize historical thinking over memorization.

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Skill Building

Critical thinking, source evaluation, historical argumentation, academic writing, and research methodology for college preparation.

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Global Connections

Comparative analysis across cultures, examination of cross-cultural exchanges, and understanding of global historical patterns and trends.

Start Your Historical Journey

Join students from around the nation in exploring the rich, interconnected story of human civilization through rigorous academic study and inclusive perspectives.

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