This class will cover world history from 1920 to the 21st century. Through a combination of discussion and lecture, students will gain an in depth understanding of the world at this time, particularly related to how forces of capitalism and imperialism affected different nation's actions. This class will give an in-depth understanding of what the world was like during WWII and the Cold War. Students should take Part 1 to study the 19th century and WWI. 

Students who have worked with my in the past will be familiar with my tone, which is often quick to point out the inequality in nation's actions. This is a history that actively works to understand colonization, rather than perpetuate colonial inaccuracies. Students will be encouraged to take stances on issues and to deconstruct certain myths, especially in relation to racism. 

1-2 times a month, I will post discussion questions and other materials, such as video maps or brief articles, that relate to class. Students are encouraged to respond to these in any way they like, including writing or video recording. 

There will be 2 optional assessments; a midterm after class 7 and a final after class 14. These will be multiple choice. 

Classes will be taught through slides with text and images. Images will include photographs and political cartoons from the time period. Class is taught through a combination of discussion and lecture, depending on the willingness of students to talk! I ask a lot of questions and am open to all discussion. 

Class Schedule:

Class 1: Decolonization
-Geography after the Great War

Class 2: The Spanish Civil War 
-A global experiment

Class 3: The Great Depression
-Rise of Fascism 
-Effects felt around the world

Class 4: Outbreak of WWII
-Attempts at stopping it; Munich Agreement

Class 5: The Battle Fronts
-East and West 
-The Holocaust 

Class 6: The End of the War
-Massive human displacement
-The United Nations

Class 7: The Cold War
-Rise of the US and USSR
-Ideological differences

Class 8: Containment
-Vietnam, Korea, Middle East

Class 9: African Social Movements
-Black Power
-Independence in Africa

Class 10: Corruption in South America
-American intervention

Class 11: 1968 Movements
-Protests across the world
-Arab Spring

Class 12: The Rise of Neoliberalism
-Effects on globalization 
-Margaret Thatcher, Ronald Reagan

Class 13: The Fall of the USSR
-Rise of China

Class 14: 9/11 and its Aftermath
-A shaky start to the 21st century

It's not required, but check out Part 1 for the 18th century and early 20th! https://outschool.com/classes/world-history-the-fundamentals-of-the-modern-world-part-1-vfw7SL4c#usgnLONkoY