Scotch College

HISTORY Year 10 — 2012

American History

Rationale 

As the world’s dominant power, the United States of America is an important topic of study. It requires an understanding of its history.  This Unit is designed to provide insight into American history.  It is also intended to
develop skills applicable not only to senior history but also wherever analysis and extended writing are required.  It
is a very useful basis for senior history.  This unit can be studied alone or in conjunction with other Year 10 History Electives. 

Student Outcomes 

• enhance analytical and writing skills developed in Years 7-9
• extend skills in the use of the apparatus of humanities research
• use the Internet for research and assessing the quality of sites used
• develop excellent background skills required for the study of History in VCE
• perceive the history of the USA in relation to its current national and world outlook
• develop an understanding of the origins and international significance of American culture and economy
• undertake detailed individual research of aspects of American History 

Course content 

• The nation expands - 1865 – 1919.
• Prosperity, collapse, destruction and victory - 1920 – 1945.
• America – The world’s most powerful nation.

Assessment 

Examination

Unit Tests

Research Assignments