United States History

This course focuses on three specific periods in United States history: the American Revolution and Founding, the Civil War, and the 1960s. Through these eras, we will weigh the two very different perspectives of our textbooks as we explore how our understanding of the past informs our perception of the present. Other areas will be covered but not in so much detail; one objective of the course is to instill in students both the desire and the ability to discover other areas and times for themselves. The discerning scholar and parent will note that this course may approach controversy, but students are encouraged and required to come to their own conclusions based on wise, reasonable assessment of the evidence. No particular perspective will be pushed, and all viewpoints will be granted at least a hearing. My instructional philosophy and aims are described on the class website.

Course Website: United States History

Sections and Teachers

Instructor: Holli Manzo

Section dates, meeting times, and tuition are still being determined. Click on instructor name to contact instructor and suggest your course schedule preferences.

Prerequisites

None

Recommended background

World History I is helpful, but not required.

Teacher's notes:

The course is not AP-Certified; however, students will become very familiar with the kind of assessment and analysis that will serve them well on the AP Exam, should they decide to take it. Additional AP support may be sought via a tutorial with the instructor.

Textbooks and Materials

This item is required:

A Patriot's History of the United States , Authors: Larry Schweikart, Michael Allen

ISBN: 1595230327

Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore

Other information: There are by now various editions of this text. I have the 2007 edition, and all page numbers listed in course materials are based on that text, but most any edition should be acceptable.

This item is required:

A People's History of the United States [Edition or Version: 5], Authors: Howard Zinn

ISBN: 0060838655

Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore

Other information: There are many editions of this text, and any will serve. I have the 4th edition, and page numbers listed are for that version, but any will be fine. Oftentimes old editions can be found quite cheaply in used bookstores.

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