Module #1 Introduction to the American Frontier Exploring the concept of the American Frontier and its significance in American history
Module #2 Pre-Columbian Exploration Examining the earliest explorers of the Americas, including Viking and indigenous explorers
Module #3 European Exploration of the Americas Discussing the impact of European explorers such as Christopher Columbus and Vasco da Gama on the Americas
Module #4 Spanish Exploration and Conquest Analyzing the role of Spain in exploring and conquering the Southwest and California
Module #5 French Exploration of North America Examining the role of French explorers such as Samuel de Champlain and Jacques Marquette
Module #6 British Exploration and Settlement Discussing the early British settlements at Jamestown and Plymouth
Module #7 Westward Expansion in the 18th Century Exploring the factors driving westward expansion, including the Proclamation of 1763 and the Louisiana Purchase
Module #8 The Lewis and Clark Expedition Examining the significance of the Lewis and Clark Expedition and its impact on American history
Module #9 The Fur Trade and Mountain Men Analyzing the role of the fur trade and mountain men such as John Jacob Astor and Kit Carson
Module #10 The Oregon Trail and Manifest Destiny Discussing the significance of the Oregon Trail and the concept of Manifest Destiny
Module #11 Pioneer Life on the Frontier Exploring the daily lives and experiences of pioneers on the American Frontier
Module #12 Native American Resistance and Conflict Examining the impact of westward expansion on Native American populations and the conflicts that resulted
Module #13 The Mexican-American War and the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo Analyzing the significance of the Mexican-American War and the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in shaping the American Frontier
Module #14 The California Gold Rush and its Impact Discussing the significance of the California Gold Rush and its impact on the development of California and the West
Module #15 Cattle Ranching and the Open Range Examining the role of cattle ranching and the open range in shaping the American West
Module #16 Law and Order on the Frontier Analyzing the development of law and order on the American Frontier, including the role of lawmen and outlaws
Module #17 The End of the Frontier and its Legacy Exploring the significance of the closing of the American Frontier and its lasting impact on American history and culture
Module #18 Women on the Frontier Examining the experiences and roles of women on the American Frontier, including their daily lives and contributions to settlement
Module #19 Immigration and Ethnicity on the Frontier Discussing the impact of immigration and ethnicity on the development of the American West
Module #20 Technology and Innovation on the Frontier Analyzing the role of technology and innovation in shaping the American Frontier, including the development of railroads and telegraphs
Module #21 The Environmental Impact of Westward Expansion Examining the environmental impact of westward expansion, including the effects on Native American populations and the natural environment
Module #22 The Frontier in American Culture and Literature Examining the significance of the American Frontier in American literature and culture, including the works of writers such as Mark Twain and Willa Cather
Module #23 The American Frontier in Historical Context Analyzing the American Frontier in historical context, including comparisons to other frontiers and settler societies
Module #24 Debating the Frontier Thesis Examining the significance of the Frontier Thesis, including its critics and defenders
Module #25 The Legacy of the Frontier in Modern America Discussing the lasting impact of the American Frontier on modern American society and culture
Module #26 Primary Source Analysis:Explorers Journals Analyzing primary sources such as explorers journals to understand the experiences and perspectives of early explorers
Module #27 Primary Source Analysis:Diaries and Letters Examining primary sources such as diaries and letters to understand the daily lives and experiences of pioneers on the American Frontier
Module #28 Primary Source Analysis:Newspaper Articles and Illustrations Analyzing primary sources such as newspaper articles and illustrations to understand the publics perception of the American Frontier
Module #29 Case Study:The Donner Party Examining the Donner Party as a case study of the challenges and experiences of pioneers on the American Frontier
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The American Frontier: Exploration and Settlement career
