Both physical and cultural geography will be emphasized in this course. An emphasis on different cultures and their relationships to each other will afford the students the opportunity to gain an understanding of the reasons for these differences, why they are important and how they affect their individual interactions. The concepts of diversity and interrelationships, both physical and cultural, are emphasized. Students study the development of the Untied States politically, economically, socially, culturally and militarily. A strong emphasis is placed on the study of various ethnic groups and their contributions to the growth of the nation.
Students understand the changing geography of the nation as it grew.
Past and present events will be linked by studying current issues and events. The content of U.S. History IA is based on a study of American History from the Colonial Period through post-Civil War Reconstruction. Teaching the unique American experience will focus not only upon major political events, but the contributions of individuals who encompass the kaleidoscope of the American population. Realizing the importance of relevancy, an effort is made to stress the lineage of our history to present-day political, social and economic situations. Throughout American history, it is clear that our unique location, topography, climate and resources have played a major role.