AP World History: Modern - Semesters 1 & 2

2 Semesters: Semester 1 is offered in the fall and semester 2 is offered in the spring. 

In AP World History: Modern students will refine their analytical skills, specifically with respect to historical comparisons, causation, and continuity-and-change over time. They will hone these skills as they study world history from 1200 to the present—the past eight centuries of history. Students will explore this history through the driving themes of physical environment, human culture, systems of government, economic systems, social classes, and technological innovations.

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REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS:

Ways of the World for the AP® World History Modern Course Since 1200 C.E. Fifth Edition, 2023, Robert W. Strayer and Eric W. Nelson.