Core World History to the Renaissance World History to the Renaissance traces the development of civilizations around the world from prehistory to the Renaissance. The course covers major themes in world history, including the development and influence of human-geographic relationships, political and social structures, economic systems, major religions and belief systems, science and technology, and the arts. Topics covered in this course include the birth of civilizations; the classical civilizations of India, China, Greece, and Rome; the rise of new empires such as the Byzantine; and an examination of civilizations in Africa and North and South America. From there, students journey to the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance. Primary source documents, which appear frequently, encourage students to make connections to evidence from the past. Writing skills are honed through a spiraled sequence of short analytic pieces. This course is built to state standards and further informed by standards from the National Council for History Education, the National Center for History in the Schools, and the National Council for Social Studies. Length: Two semesters UNIT 1: ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN LESSON 1: THE BIRTH OF CIVILIZATIONS Study: Reading and Writing about History Develop important skills and strategies for reading and writing about history. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Prehistory Learn about prehistory, the Paleolithic age, and the scientific methods that uncover the story of early humans. Explore the life of the earliest humans. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Discuss: Who Are You? Tell your classmates who you are and why you are taking this course. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 10 points Study: Where Did the Earliest Humans Live? Learn about the life and migration of Homo sapiens by using archeological evidence. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: The Rise of Civilizations Discover how humans changed from hunters and gatherers to members of settled agricultural societies during the Neolithic Revolution. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: The Birth of Civilizations Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 2: MESOPOTAMIAN CIVILIZATIONS Study: Early Civilization in the Fertile Crescent Explore the geography of the Fertile Crescent and discover the characteristics and achievements of the Sumerian civilization. World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 1 of 13 Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: Rise and Fall of Babylon Explore the rise and fall of Babylon. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: The Persian Empire Discover the origin and characteristics of the Persian empire. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Practice: Compare and Contrast Mesopotamian Civilizations Evaluate your understanding of Mesopotamian civilizations by analyzing their similarities and differences. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 20 points Quiz: Mesopotamian Civilizations Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 3: THE MEDITERRANEAN WORLD Study: The Birth of Hebrew Civilization Learn about the Phoenicians and the Hebrews and their lasting influence on the world. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: Aegean and Mediterranean Civilizations Explore the origin and rise of early Aegean and Mediterranean civilizations. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Northern European Settlements Learn about the early settlements of northern Europe. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: The Mediterranean World Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 4: ANCIENT EGYPT Study: Geography of the Nile Explore the geography of the Nile Valley and its effects on ancient Egypt. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Pharaohs Explore the chronology of ancient Egypt and the achievements of the Egyptian pharaohs. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Egyptian Creativity Learn about hieroglyphics and discover scientific and technological advances made in ancient Egypt. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Ancient Egypt Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 5: ANCIENT MEDITERRANEAN WRAP-UP Review: Ancient Mediterranean Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Ancient Mediterranean Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 2 of 13 Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Ancient Mediterranean Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points UNIT 2: ANCIENT INDIAN AND PACIFIC OCEANS LESSON 1: ANCIENT AFRICA Study: Rise and Achievement of Nubia Learn about the rise of Nubia and the development of Nubian culture. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Bantu Expansion Discover how Bantu people, culture, and language spread across much of Africa. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Discuss: Talking about Ancient Africa Discuss the people and cultures of ancient Africa. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 10 points Quiz: Ancient Africa Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 2: CIVILIZATIONS OF EARLY INDIA Study: Geography of the Indus Valley Civilizations Explore the geography of the Indus Valley and how it affected the civilizations of the region. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Rise of the Aryan Civilization Learn about the origin and rise of the Aryan civilization. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Religious Contributions of the Vedic Age Discover religious developments in India. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Civilizations of Early India Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 3: EARLY CHINESE CIVILIZATIONS Study: Geography of Early Chinese Civilizations Explore the geography of China and its effects on early Chinese civilizations. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Rise of the Shang Dynasty Explore the formative age, rise, characteristics, and beliefs of the Shang dynasty. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Rise of the Zhou Dynasty Learn about the rise and achievements of the Zhou dynasty. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Practice: The Mandate of Heaven Use a graphic organizer to analyze the Mandate of Heaven. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 20 points Quiz: Early Chinese Civilizations World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 3 of 13 Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 4: ANCIENT INDIAN AND PACIFIC OCEANS WRAP-UP Review: Ancient Indian and Pacific Oceans Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Ancient Indian and Pacific Oceans Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Ancient Indian and Pacific Oceans Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points UNIT 3: CLASSICAL MEDITERRANEAN LESSON 1: ANCIENT GREECE Study: Early History of Greek Civilizations Learn about the heyday and decline of the earliest Greek civilizations. Learn about Homer and the Trojan War. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Athens Explore the origin of the city-state in Greece, paying special attention to Sparta and Athens. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Persian Wars Learn about the Persian Wars and the Age of Pericles. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Peloponnesian Wars Study the causes and consequences of the Peloponnesian Wars. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Ancient Greece Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 2: GREEK INFLUENCES Study: Cultural Legacies Explore the achievements and values of Greek architecture and art. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: The Legacy of Alexander's Empire Discover the Hellenistic civilization. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Discuss: Your Thoughts on Alexander Discuss Alexander the Great and evaluate his actions. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 10 points Quiz: Greek Influences Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 3: ANCIENT ROME Study: The Roman Republic Learn about the creation, rise, and culture of the Roman Republic. World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 4 of 13 Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: The Rise of the Roman Empire Trace the rise and expansion of the Roman Empire. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Practice: The Reach and Influence of the Roman Empire Evaluate your understanding of ancient Rome by summarizing the causes and consequences of Rome's expanding empire. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 20 points Study: The Fall of the Roman Empire in the West Explore the causes of the fall of the Roman Empire. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Ancient Rome Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 4: ROMAN INFLUENCES Study: Roman Words Explore the values and legacies of Roman law, literature, and art. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Roman Buildings Discover Roman construction and learn how Romans used these buildings in their daily lives. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: Roman and Christian Religion Learn about the relationship between Rome and followers of monotheistic religions. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Early Christian Church Discover how Christianity spread through the Roman Empire. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Practice: The Rise of Christianity Practice your critical-thinking skills and test your understanding of the spread of Christianity. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 20 points Quiz: Roman Influences Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 5: GOLDEN AGE OF ISLAM Study: Muhammad and Islam Learn about the life and times of the Prophet Muhammad. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Islam Spreads Trace the spread of Islam and identify the factors that contributed to its growth. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Discuss: Sunni-Shiite Conflicts Today Discuss the origin of current Sunni-Shiite conflicts. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 10 points Study: Islamic Cultural Legacies Explore Islamic achievements in art and architecture. World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 5 of 13 Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Golden Age of Islam Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 6: CLASSICAL MEDITERRANEAN WRAP-UP Review: Classical Mediterranean Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Classical Mediterranean Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Classical Mediterranean Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points UNIT 4: EMPIRES IN THE INDIAN AND PACIFIC OCEANS LESSON 1: AFRICAN EMPIRES Study: The Diverse Kingdoms of Africa Explore the rise and achievements of Nubia and the West African kingdoms. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: African Empires Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 2: EMPIRES OF INDIA Study: Hindu and Buddhist Beginnings Learn about the origin and spread of Hinduism and Buddhism. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: Maurya and Gupta Learn about ancient India's civilizations and the society and culture that developed under the Mauryan and Gupta empires. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Empires of India Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 3: EMPIRES OF CHINA Study: New Movements in Chinese Thinking Explore new philosophies developing in China, including Confucianism and Taoism. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Qin Dynasty Learn about the rise of the Qin dynasty and the construction of the Great Wall of China. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Han Dynasty Explore the origin and achievements of the Han dynasty. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Empires of China Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 6 of 13 Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 4: EMPIRES IN THE INDIAN AND PACIFIC OCEAN WRAP-UP Review: Empires in the Indian and Pacific Ocean Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Empires in the Indian and Pacific Ocean Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Empires in the Indian and Pacific Ocean Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points UNIT 5: SEMESTER WRAP-UP LESSON 1: SEMESTER REVIEW AND EXAM Review: Semester Review Prepare for the semester exam by reviewing key concepts covered in Semester 1. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Exam: Computer-Scored Exam Take a computer-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in Semester 1. Duration: 0 hrs 50 mins Scoring: 100 points Final Exam: Teacher-Scored Exam Take a teacher-scored exam to demonstrate your mastery of concepts and skills covered in Semester 1. Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Scoring: 100 points UNIT 6: EUROPE IN THE MIDDLE AGES LESSON 1: BYZANTINE EMPIRE Study: Rome of the East Learn about the geography, rise, and cultural achievements of the Byzantine Empire. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: Byzantine Legacies Evaluate the Code of Justinian and the role of international law today. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Byzantine Empire Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 2: WESTERN EUROPE IN THE EARLY MIDDLE AGES Study: Carving up the Roman Empire Learn about the state of Europe after the collapse of the Roman Empire. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Vikings! Explore the role of the Vikings in Europe. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Feudalism Explore the characteristics of European feudalism, including its social structure and customs and the medieval church. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: Changes in Agriculture and Commerce Discover the effects of changes in agriculture and commerce during the Middle Ages. World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 7 of 13 Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Practice: The Church in Medieval Europe Evaluate the importance of the medieval church in Europe. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 20 points Quiz: Western Europe in the Early Middle Ages Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 3: CRUSADES AND THE RISE OF NATIONAL MONARCHIES IN EUROPE Study: The Rise of National and Papal Monarchies Explore the origin and rise of national and papal monarchies. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Crusades Learn about the causes and consequences of the Crusades. Duration: 0 hrs 45 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Reconquista Learn about the Reconquista and its effects on Spain. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Crusades and the Rise of National Monarchies in Europe Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 4: THE RISE OF RUSSIA Study: The Rise of Russian Civilization Explore the origin of Russian civilization, including the Slavs, the Varangians, Kiev, Yaroslav, the Mongols, and the rule of the Ivans. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Eastern Europe Learn about the characteristics of Eastern European civilization. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Practice: Russia and Western Europe Compare Russia with the kingdoms of Western Europe. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 20 points Quiz: The Rise of Russia Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 5: EUROPE IN THE MIDDLE AGES WRAP-UP Review: Europe in the Middle Ages Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): Europe in the Middle Ages Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): Europe in the Middle Ages Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points UNIT 7: THE RISE OF NEW EMPIRES AROUND THE WORLD World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 8 of 13 LESSON 1: ISLAMIC EMPIRES Study: Islam Spreads East Explore the causes and consequences of the spread of Islam eastward to India. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Practice: A Strategy for Ruling India Evaluate the rule and actions of the Muslim raj. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 20 points Study: The Ottoman Empire Explore the origin and rise of the Ottoman Empire and the development of Ottoman culture. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: The Safavid Empire Explore the role and importance of Safavid Persia. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Islamic Empires Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 2: EAST ASIAN CIVILIZATIONS Study: The Golden Age of Chinese Civilization Explore the resurgence of Chinese civilization and the construction of the Forbidden City. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Mongol Empire Learn about the rise and expansion of the Mongol Empire. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Ming Empire Study the rise and achievements of the Ming dynasty. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Rise of Korean Civilizations Explore the geography of Korea and the rise and cultural characteristics of Korean civilizations. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: The Rise of Japanese Civilizations Learn about the rise of Japanese civilizations and the characteristics of feudal Japan. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Practice: Civilizations of East Asia Practice your critical-thinking skills and test your understanding of the civilizations of East Asia. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 20 points Quiz: East Asian Civilizations Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 3: CIVILIZATIONS OF THE AMERICAS Study: Populating the Americas Discover how people migrated to the Americas. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Empires of Central America Explore the rise and characteristics of the Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 9 of 13 Study: Empires of South America Learn about the rise of the Incan empire and the characteristics of its social structure. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Peoples of North America Explore the diverse Native American cultures of North America. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Quiz: Civilizations of the Americas Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 4: THE RISE OF NEW EMPIRES AROUND THE WORLD WRAP-UP Review: The Rise of New Empires around the World Prepare for the unit test by reviewing key concepts and skills. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Test (CS): The Rise of New Empires around the World Take a computer-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 40 points Test (TS): The Rise of New Empires around the World Take a teacher-scored test to assess what you have learned in this unit. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 60 points UNIT 8: BREAKUP OF UNITED CHRISTENDOM LESSON 1: PROSPERITY AND CRISIS IN THE LATE MIDDLE AGES Study: Learning and Arts in the Late Middle Ages Explore changes in learning and the arts, including literature and architecture, during the late Middle Ages. Duration: 1 hr Scoring: 0 points Study: Disease Ravages Europe Learn about the causes and consequences of the bubonic plague. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Crisis and Conflict in Europe Explore European conflicts during the late Middle Ages, including religious crises like the Hundred Years' War. Learn about Joan of Arc. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Discuss: Role of Women in the Middle Ages Discuss the role of women in the Middle Ages. Duration: 0 hrs 30 mins Scoring: 10 points Quiz: Prosperity and Crisis in the Late Middle Ages Take a quiz to assess your understanding of the material. Duration: 0 hrs 20 mins Scoring: 10 points LESSON 2: THE RENAISSANCE Study: The Origin of the Renaissance Explore the origin of the Renaissance. Learn what it was, why it began in Italy, and what role humanism played. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Study: Geniuses of Renaissance Arts and Thinking Learn about developments of Renaissance arts and literature. Duration: 0 hrs 40 mins Scoring: 0 points Practice: Characteristics of Renaissance Art World History to the Renaissance Copyright © 2019 Apex Learning Inc. Apex Learning® and the Apex Learning logo are registered trademarks of Apex Learning Inc. 10 of 13