Monday, May 21, 2012

2012-2013 AP European Summer Information

Welcome to AP European History please feel free to search through the site to get a feel for some of the things we will do and/or utilize the resources to get you ready for the upcoming year.


Note: Be sure to email me your email address and introduce yourself so you can be placed on the AP European email list.

AP Summer Assignment (click on title to your left)

  • This assignment is optional (extra-credit) but those who complete it are usually much more prepared and have a great jump-start in the course.


AP Summer Supplemental Reading Assignment (see below)

  • The supplemental reading assignment will be a list of sources that you could read to give you some basic background information to prepare you for the course. It has been two years for many of you since you last had a history course so the more you prep, the better off you'll be. 
  • Palmer Outlines:
    • Rise of Europe this is not from our textbook but it is great general background information in simple outline form.
    • Upheaval in Christendom in this chapter focus on 14th century information and the differences between the Middle (Medieval) Ages and the Renaissance. 


Geography Maps (Review European Countries, Capital Cities, key rivers and physical features (mountains, regions, etc)



Geography Links:
http://www.lizardpoint.com/fun/geoquiz/index.php
http://www.yourchildlearns.com/europe_map.htm
http://www.yourchildlearns.com/puzzle_eur.htm

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Blog #9 WWI and Interwar Years

Part I: Analyze the impact of World War I on women in the Western world. How did it affect their self-perception? How did it affect societies' perceptions of women? Consult Diane Atkinson, Historian on Suffragettes (1) Diane Atkinson, Historian (2) and Gail Braybon, Author on Women's Contribution to the War Effort.  (Remember to respond to the question in 6-8 sentences (yes it can be longer) and to respond to two of your classmates answers in 4-6 sentences. Do not just agree or disagree without defending or justifying your argument.) Think above and beyond the common answers that you may see. Be sure to challenge your classmates with controversial tactics, actions or selections. Good Luck!!!! Go Mustangs!!!

Unit 9, 10 & 11 Content

Friday, February 10, 2012

Unit 8 Blog Mass Politics, Age Imperialism & Realpolitik DUE FEB. 27


How were government policies in western and central Europe impacted by mass politics during the period 1871-1914? 
(Remember to respond to the question in 6-8 sentences (yes it can be longer) and to respond to two of your classmates answers in 4-6 sentences. Do not just agree or disagree without defending or justifying your argument.) Think above and beyond the common answers that you may see. Be sure to challenge your classmates with controversial tactics, actions or selections. Good Luck!!!! Go Mustangs!!!