Course Information
Section outline
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AP World History: Modern is an introductory college-level modern world history course. Students cultivate their understanding of world history from c. 1200 CE to the present through analyzing historical sources and learning to make connections and craft historical arguments as they explore concepts like humans and the environment, cultural developments and interactions, governance, economic systems, social interactions and organization, and technology and innovation.
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Read this page to see recommendations for choosing course materials, teaching strategies, developing historical thinking skills, and developing reasoning skills, taken from the College Board's booklet Course and Exam Description. Throughout this course, we have tried to incorporate these elements, but it is ultimately up to the teacher to revise, modify, and incorporate materials and skills practice as they see fit for their students.
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You may download and use this booklet, provided by the College Board, to help you prepare for the exam.
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