IB Dp History Hl1 - Hillsboro High School

IB DP History HL1 is a comparative and integrated exploration of the relationship of the United States, Canadian, and Latin American histories. Emphasis is placed on a comparative analysis of social, political, and economic issues within the Western Hemisphere with a primary focus on the 19th and 20th Century. The course emphasizes the importance of encouraging students to think historically and to develop historical skills as well as gaining factual knowledge as well as developing an understanding of multiple interpretations of history. It puts a premium on developing the skills of critical thinking. Topics include: Independence Movements in the Americas, the Mexican Revolution and Civil Rights and Social Movements in the Americas post 1945. Presentation of a formal, independent research project is required and internally assessed. This course is one of the two courses leading to examination in History at the Higher Level.