This final course in Mr. Campbell’s U.S. History series follows the fortunes of the United States from its position of unrivaled global supremacy at the end of the Cold War, through the boom of the 90’s and into the post-9/11 world. This class will help students understand contemporary national and global events in light of the historic and cultural shifts of the past 25 years.
Total classes: 12
Prerequisite: None. However, Modern U.S. History (1865-2000), and Modern European History (1789-1991) are strongly recommended.
Suggested grade level: 11th to 12th grade, but 9th to 10th graders who have above average reading skills can take it as well
Suggested credit: 1 full semester of U.S. History
This final course in Mr. Campbell’s U.S. History series follows the fortunes of the United States from its position of unrivaled global supremacy at the end of the Cold War, through the boom of the 90’s and into the post-9/11 world. This class will help students understand contemporary national and global events in light of the historic and cultural shifts of the past 25 years.
Week 1: The Bush Presidency
Week 2: The Democratic Insurgency
Week 3: Problems Domestic and Foreign (1993-1999)
Week 4: Culture and Counterculture
Week 5: Towards 9/11 and Beyond
Week 6: The Iraq War
Week 7: Years of Angst
Week 8: Meltdown and Recovery
Week 9: The Obama Revolution and Reaction
Week 10: The Surveillance State
Week 11: The March of Liberalism
Week 12: Crossroads of America
Course Materials: Free primary source materials will be provided electronically by the instructor.
Homework: Weekly reading assignments, weekly quizzes, and weekly short essay questions. Estimated 2 hours per week.