Use technological tools as well as primary and secondary sources in gathering and synthesizing information. If it's on the Internet and it deals with the Civil War, it's here. Lab or individual In Search of the Oregon Trail is online support for the PBS show of the same name. The Teacher's guide and other resources are useful whether or not the video is used. Understand the impact of industrial growth on American society.
Immigration is a great resource for immigration studies.
U.S. Imperialism is a good starting point for information on the Panama Canal, Boxer Rebellion, John Hay. This site provides information about American foreign policy with emphasis on U.S. interests in China and the Open Door Notes. It requires students to do research on the Internet and make oral presentations. Immigration is a great resource for immigration studies. The African American Mosaic is a Library of Congress Resource Guide for the study of African American history and culture.