Virginia & United States History, Part I

This course will span the time periods from America’s discovery through the period of Reconstruction. The course objectives will focus on the influence of geography on American cultural politics and economy; the development of American government in meeting the needs of an evolving society; the impact of population movements on American society; the way that technological and scientific advancements have affected life in America; and the role of America as it evolved from a small confederation of states to a growing nation. Emphasis will be given to major issues and events in a chronological survey of Virginia and United States history. Pacing materials and teaching/learning strategies will be adapted to students reading skill development. Students working toward a Standard Diploma with credit accommodations will earn a social studies credit for this course when they go on to take Part II of this course. There is no end-of-course SOL Examination for this course.