A.P. U.S. History Period 5-Period 5

ADVANCED PLACEMENT UNITED STATES HISTORY * Prerequisite: “B” or better in Honors World History and Honors British Literature, or “A” in World History and British Literature; plus departmental approval. Students will be required to complete a significant summer assignment assessed immediately at the beginning of the school year. Grade 11 1 Year Advanced Placement United States History provides an intellectual journey through America’s past, examining pathways to the present. Students analyze the history and development of the nation, paying particular attention to the American experience in terms of democracy and free enterprise. AP U.S. History students explore America’s identity, diversity and culture while balancing factual knowledge with critical analysis. Equivalent to a college introductory course, AP U.S. History requires rigorous effort. Assessment of historical materials--including self-guided research--underscores fundamental elements of the course: the ability to weigh evidence, interpret logically and argue persuasively. Coursework stresses persuasive essay writing and prepares students to take the AP U.S. History examination offered by the College Board. Passing grades on the exam afford students college credit, the amount of credit varying with each university. All students enrolled in AP U.S. History are required to take the AP U.S. History examination in May.