Economic Development of the American West
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to the American West
Overview of the course and the significance of the American West in US history

Module #2
Native American Economies
Examination of indigenous economies prior to European contact

Module #3
Spanish Colonial Era
Economic development during Spanish colonization, including mission and presidio systems

Module #4
Mexican Independence and the Santa Fe Trail
Impact of Mexican independence on trade and commerce in the West

Module #5
Fur Trade and Early Exploration
Role of fur traders and explorers in opening up the West to European-American settlement

Module #6
Manifest Destiny and Westward Expansion
Ideology and policies promoting US expansion westward

Module #7
California Gold Rush and the Mining Industry
Impact of the gold rush on western settlement and economic development

Module #8
Cattle and livestock Industry
Development of the cattle industry and its role in shaping the West

Module #9
Agriculture and Irrigation in the West
Challenges and innovations in agricultural development in the arid West

Module #10
Railroads and Transportation
Impact of railroads on western economic development and settlement

Module #11
Land Speculation and Land Grants
Role of land speculation and government land grants in shaping the West

Module #12
Urbanization and City Development
Growth of cities in the West, including San Francisco, Denver, and Los Angeles

Module #13
Banking and Finance in the West
Development of banking and financial systems in the West

Module #14
Environmental and Resource Extraction
Exploitation of natural resources, including timber, minerals, and water

Module #15
Economic Development in the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries
Continued growth and changes in the Western economy

Module #16
The Great Depression and the New Deal in the West
Impact of the Great Depression and New Deal policies on western economic development

Module #17
War Effort and Defense Industry
Role of the West in the US war effort during World War II and the Cold War

Module #18
Post-War Economic Boom
Massive economic growth and changes in the West following World War II

Module #19
Energy and Resource Development
Development of energy resources, including oil, gas, and nuclear power

Module #20
High-Tech and Service-Based Economy
Growth of high-tech industries and the service sector in the West

Module #21
Regional and Urban Planning
Efforts to manage growth and development in the West through planning and policy

Module #22
Environmentalism and Conservation
Growing concern for environmental protection and conservation in the West

Module #23
Tribal Economies and Self-Determination
Efforts towards tribal self-determination and economic development on Native American reservations

Module #24
Immigration and Demographic Change
Impact of immigration and demographic changes on the Western economy

Module #25
Globalization and the Western Economy
Integration of the Western economy into the global economy

Module #26
Challenges and Opportunities in the 21st Century
Contemporary issues and challenges facing the Western economy

Module #27
Case Studies in Western Economic Development
In-depth examination of specific cities, regions, or industries in the West

Module #28
Policy and Governance in the West
Examination of policy and governance structures shaping the Western economy

Module #29
Comparative Analysis of Western Economies
Comparison of economic development in different regions of the West

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Economic Development of the American West career

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Economic Development of the American West ( 30 Modules )

Economic Development of the American West
( 30 Modules )