IB History of the Americas HL1 is year one of a two-year IB History sequence. History is the attempt to record and reconstruct the past through the study of evidence derived from a variety of sources. IB History of the Americas is a detailed study of the political, social, economic, and cultural history of the nations of the Americas, with emphasis placed on the history of the United States. This course is based on a comparative, multi-perspective approach to history and is focused around key historical concepts such as change, causation and significance. It encourages students to think historically, to develop historical skills and to understand the processes of historical inquiry. Students are introduced to history as part science in its approach to evidence and part art in recording and communicating its findings. Students will develop an understanding of the past and engage with multiple perspectives in order to appreciate the complex nature of historical issues and events.
IB History of the Americas fulfills the Virginia graduation requirement for USVA history. Students who have passed the History of the Americas course and the VA/US SOL exam will receive a verified credit for VA/US History.
Prerequisites
World History (Intensified or AP recommended) & Completion of AP VA/US Government in 10th grade. Open to all Grade 11 W-L students who meet the prerequisites.
This course is year 1 of a two-year sequence and prepares students for the required Higher Level IB assessments at the end of the course of study. Students will complete an Internal Assessment and sit for External Assessments (papers/exams). This IB course is weighted by applying an additional 1.0 quality point value assigned to the final grade upon completion of the course.
IB History of the Americas fulfills the Virginia graduation requirement for USVA history. Students who have passed the History of the Americas course and the VA/US SOL exam will receive a verified credit for VA/US History.