Unit 1World Wars and the Interwar Period 
16 lessons8 Weeks
World Wars and the Interwar Period 
 Week 1
Lesson 1
 Introduction to the Causes of World War I 
Discuss the complex web of alliances, militarism, imperialism, and nationalism.
Lesson 2
Key Events of World War I 
Examine significant battles and events that shaped the course of the war.
 Week 2
Lesson 3
The Reality of Trench Warfare 
Explore the conditions and strategies of trench warfare.
Lesson 4
Soldiers' Experiences 
Learn about daily life, challenges, and survival in the trenches.
 Week 3
Lesson 5
The Armistice and Treaty of Versailles 
Discuss the end of the war and the terms of the treaty.
Lesson 6
Political and Social Consequences 
Analyze the political changes and social impact of the war’s aftermath.
 Week 4
Lesson 7
Post-War Economic and Social Turmoil 
Understand the factors leading to the rise of totalitarian regimes.
Lesson 8
Emergence of Totalitarian Leaders 
 Study key figures like Hitler, Mussolini, and Stalin.
 Week 5
Lesson 9
Unresolved Issues from World War I 
Investigate how World War I set the stage for World War II.
Lesson 10
Immediate Causes and Aggression
Examine the actions and events that led directly to the outbreak of World War II.
 Week 6
Lesson 11
Major Battles and Turning Points
Focus on significant battles such as Stalingrad, D-Day, and Midway.
Lesson 12
The Home Fronts
Learn about the contributions and experiences of civilians in various countries.
 Week 7
Lesson 13
The Holocaust
Discuss the genocide and its impact on Jewish communities and other targeted groups.
Lesson 14
Societal Changes and Recovery
Explore the broader impact of the war on global societies and economies.
 Week 8
Lesson 15
The End of the War and Surrender 
Study the events leading to the surrender of Axis powers.
Lesson 16
Establishment of the United Nations 
Learn about the founding of the UN and its role in promoting peace and cooperation.
Unit 2Cold War and Decolonization
10 lessons5 Weeks
Cold War and Decolonization
 Week 9
Lesson 17
Post-World War II Tensions 
Examine the ideological and political differences between the US and USSR.
Lesson 18
Early Cold War Events 
Discuss key incidents like the Berlin Airlift and the Iron Curtain.
 Week 10
Lesson 19
The Korean War
Study the causes, major events, and outcomes of the Korean conflict.
Lesson 20
The Vietnam War
Explore the Vietnam War’s causes, significant battles, and its impact on both Vietnam and the US.
 Week 11
Lesson 21
Independence Movements in Afric
Discuss the process and impact of decolonization in African nations.
Lesson 22
Independence Movements in Asia
Study the key events and figures in Asian decolonization.
 Week 12
Lesson 23
Social and Cultural Shifts
Learn about the social movements and cultural changes during the Cold War era.
Lesson 24
Technological Advancements 
Explore the technological innovations, including the Space Race.
 Week 13
Lesson 25
Key Events Leading to the Cold War’s End
Discuss significant events like the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Lesson 26
Impact of the Cold War’s End 
Analyze the global consequences of the Cold War’s conclusion.
Unit 3Contemporary World
6 lessons3 Weeks
Contemporary World
 Week 14
Lesson 27
Understanding Globalization 
Define globalization and its driving forces.
Lesson 28
Economic Interdependence 
Discuss how countries are economically interconnected.
 Week 15
Lesson 29
Post-Cold War Conflicts 
Study significant conflicts that have occurred since the end of the Cold War.
Lesson 30
Post-Cold War Conflicts 
Study significant conflicts that have occurred since the end of the Cold War.
 Week 16
Lesson 31
Impact of Recent Technologies 
Discuss how recent technological advancements have changed daily life.
Lesson 32
Future Trends and Innovations 
Look at emerging technologies and their potential future impacts.