Since 1450 A survey of European history prepares students to take the Advanced Placement Examination in European history. This survey prepares students for the Advanced Placement Examination in American History. This course provides an overview of the workings of a capitalist economy. Its main focus is on the macroeconomy. Such topical issues as the federal deficit, inflation, and unemployment are explored.
Emphasis is placed on fiscal and monetary policy.
Some time is spent on microeconomic issues and the working of Wall Street. This course will be an in-depth look at the Constitution. The course will look at the role of the President, Congress and Supreme Court within the Constitutional system as well as the Bill of Rights and significant amendments. Landmark Supreme Court cases will be used as a vehicle to explore the Constitution's historical interpretations and concrete applications. The course provides a topical look at the region, including such issues as Islam, the Ottoman legacy, the Palestinian-Israeli dilemma, the transnational corporation, the international cartel, and the Iranian revolution.