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AP World History Unit 1 Class: Global Tapestry From C. 1200-1450 SP
Wendy Wawrzyniak
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(66)
This is a 4-part class that will cover the content from Unit 1 of AP World History – Global Tapestry from 1200-1450 with a focus on thematic connections and historical thinking skills.
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Advanced Level
Follows College Board Advanced Placement Curriculum
Aligned with Advanced Placement (AP) Standards
This class can be used to as a stand-alone class to cover the content portion of AP World History. Or it works great as a supplement to an AP World History course in school, especially those in which the teachers are asking the students to read and learn content outside of the classroom. Incorporated each week is both a thematic approach: how the content fits into the themes of history (Social, Economic, Political, Technology, Culture/Religion, Environmental). Students will also receive...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Topic 1.1 Developments in East Asia Topic 1.2 Developments in Dar-al-IslamHow did the developments in China and other parts of East Asia between c.1200 and c.1450 reflect continuity, innovation, and diversity? In the period from c.1200 to c.1450, how did Islamic states arise, and how did major religious systems shape society?Week 2Lesson 2Topic 1.3 Developments in South & Southeast Asia Topic 1.4 Devs in the AmericasHow did various beliefs and practices in South and Southeast Asia affect society and the development of states? What states developed in the Americas, and how did they change over time?Week 3Lesson 3Topic 1.5 Developments in Africa Topic 1.6 Developments in EuropeHow and why did states develop in Africa and change over time? How did the beliefs and practices of the predominant religions, agricultural practices, and political decentralization affect European society from c. 1200 to c. 1450?Week 4Lesson 4Topic 1.7 Comparison in the Period from c. 1200- c. 1450 Writing an LEQIn what ways was the process of state-building in various parts of the world beteem c. 1200 and c. 1450 similar and different? What are the points on the Long Essay Question rubric and how are they earned?
Week 1 Explain the systems of government employed by Chinese dynasties and how they developed over time. Explain the effects of Chinese cultural traditions on East Asia over time. Explain the effects of innovation on the Chinese economy over time. Explain how systems of belief and their practices affected society in the period from c. 1200 to c. 1450. Explain the causes and effects of the rise of Islamic states over time. Explain the effects of intellectual innovation in Dar al-Islam. Week 2 Explain how the various belief systems and practices of South and Southeast Asia affected society over time. Explain how and why various states of South and Southeast Asia developed and maintained power over time. Explain how and why states in the Americas developed and changed over time. Week 3 Explain how and why states in Africa developed and changed over time. Explain how the beliefs and practices of the predominant religions in Europe affected European society. Explain the causes and consequences of political decentralization in Europe from c. 1200 to c. 1450. Explain the effects of agriculture on social organization in Europe from c. 1200 to c. 1450. Week 4 Explain the similarities and differences in the processes of state formation from c. 1200 to c. 1450.
I have been teaching AP World History since 2011. In addition, for 2 years, I have offered AP DBQ prep classes on Outschool (rated 5 stars) and there are also a handful of learners who I tutor on Outschool specifically in the area of AP World History (rated 5 stars.)
Homework Offered
Approximately 25 pages of reading will be assigned each week. In addition, students will be expected to answer practice multiple choice questions and write answers to 3-6 short answer questions.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be graded on multiple-choice question completion. Written responses will be graded based on the college board rubric for SAQs. Students will be given written feedback to strive for mastery of the content and skills.Grades Offered
Students are encouraged to purchase a recent review book: Princeton, 5 Steps to a 5, Barrons, or AMSCO Advanced Placement World History Modern (1200-present).
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Google Forms will be accessed through a link (open in a browser) and students only need to enter their first name. The OER Project is accessed through a link that will open in a browser. No email or identifying information is needed for this resource.
College Board AP World History Framework Princeton Review Barrons Review 5 Steps to a 5 Amsco AP World History Modern OER AP World History Project https://www.oerproject.com/AP/Unit-1
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(66)
With many years of teaching experience and a Master's Degree in education, I can pretty much teach anything to anyone! My students have ranged from beginners through AP (Advanced Placement) and IB (International Baccalaureate) high school...
Self-Paced Class
$15
weekly or $60 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 6 learners
Ages: 14-18
