Ms. Fink's Syllabus
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Have you ever wondered: What happened after WWII? Who was JFK? Who were hippies? Why was America in Vietnam? What events contributed to the events of 9/11? Students in this course will study America’s changing culture at home and America’s dynamic and growing role abroad in the last half of the 20th century through today. Some topics/events may include: The Cold War and its impact, Korean Conflict, The Civil Rights Movement, America in Vietnam, Feminism, Watergate, The Reagan Revolution and the 1980’s, terrorism and US foreign policy, challenges and expectations in the 21st century. Students will examine a variety of primary and secondary sources, participate in class debate and discussion, research, data analysis, presentations and interviews. |