| Course Name: | Advanced Placement U.S. History 2 |
| Provided Through: | University of Nebraska High School |
| Entity: | University of Nebraska High School |
| Description: | "This course is the second half of a two-course sequence designed to prepare students for the College Board Advanced Placement® United States History Examination. Lessons contain discussion of textbook readings, analysis of primary and secondary sources, research activities, chart and map exercises, objective self-check tests and interpretive essays. There are also five unit reviews that help students master College Board’s thematic learning objectives, as well as consider historic periodization and interpret primary and secondary sources. Graded projects require students to defend interpretations in historic essays and trace the development of historic themes over time. AP© U.S. History 2 explores the social, political and economic development of the United States from 1877 until today. The student will study westward expansion, Native American-white relations, the development of the modern capitalist system, organized labor, urban growth, progressive reform, the Great Depression, the New Deal programs, the relationship between government and private business, civil rights issues, cultural diversity and American foreign relations. This course has been authorized by College Board. While AP© U.S. History 2 will help prepare students for the College Board Examination, this examination is NOT required for completion of the course. Purchase of the printed course content is recommended for study beyond course completion. Internet access is highly recommended for AP© U.S. History 2." |
| URL: | https://highschoolstore.nebraska.edu/p-1670-SSTH072-Advanced-Placement-US-History-2.aspx |
| Subjects: | Social Studies |
| Grade Levels: | 11 - 12 |
| Prerequisites: | |
| Comments: | Need enrollment instructions? Visit: http://highschool.nebraska.edu or call Toll Free: 866-700-4747. *Students can earn college credit for this course. Dual enrollment is available through the University of Nebraska Omaha. Contact UNHS Customer Service for more information.
|