The purpose of this module is to provoke novel and exciting debate about the history of the United States. The module covers a large range of topics including a number of key historical events as well as important social movements. The topics studied range from early settlements in Plimoth and Jamestown, through the American Revolution and expansion, U.S. Industrial Revolution, slavery and Civil War, up to the 1950s and 60s civil rights, women's and youth movements. It is hoped that every student will find something that he or she wishes to study in depth.
Besides gaining a basic grasp of US history, students will also participate in group discussions, improve their skills in writing essays, and explore the historical resources available in the Albert Sloman Library and on the World Wide Web.
As a light introduction to US culture and history, students may like to read Made in America by Bill Bryson.
Besides gaining a basic grasp of US history, students will also participate in group discussions, improve their skills in writing essays, and explore the historical resources available in the Albert Sloman Library and on the World Wide Web.
As a light introduction to US culture and history, students may like to read Made in America by Bill Bryson.