HIST 2013H - History of the American People since 1877, Honors

Description
The history of the United States and its people from Reconstruction to the present day. Major topics covered are the Gilded Age, Progressive Era, World Wars I & II, the Great Depression, the New Deal era, the Cold War, and the contemporary United States including 9-11 and its aftermath. Students will be introduced to secondary and primary sources. Though the course is designed to provide background in U.S. social, political, economic, and diplomatic development, specific thematic content will vary. Topics emphasized may include immigration, race relations, constitutional issues, gender issues, U.S. foreign policy, agricultural and industrial development, and religion. Emphasis is placed on class discussion, and individual and/or group projects. Coursework is designed to hone communication and critical thinking skills. Please see the Honors Program section in this catalog for more information.

Pre-Requisite
NONE Note: This is an honors course. Please refer to the NWACC Honors Program section in the current catalog for more information.

3 Credit Hour(s)

Contact Hours
45 lecture hours

3 Faculty Load Hour(s)

Semesters Offered
Spring

ACTS Equivalent
N/A

Grade Mode
A-F

Learning Outcomes

Through an examination of post-Civil War Reconstruction, the student will identify the successes and failures of the Reconstruction period.
By observing the impact of industrialization on the American economy and society, the student will describe the impact of industrial growth on farmers, immigrant groups, urban life, and perceptions toward industrialists and unions.
Through an examination of the economic, social, and military effects of United States imperialism, the student will identify America’s views toward other nations and theirs to us.