Module #1 Introduction to World History Overview of the course, importance of studying world history, and key themes
Module #2 Early Civilizations (3500 BCE - 500 CE) Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indus Valley, and China:emergence, achievements, and legacies
Module #3 Ancient Greece and Rome (500 BCE - 500 CE) Golden Age of Athens, Roman Republic and Empire, and their contributions to Western civilization
Module #4 Religions of the World (500 BCE - 1500 CE) Origins, beliefs, and impact of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism
Module #5 The Middle Ages (500 - 1500 CE) Feudalism, Crusades, Black Death, and the rise of city-states and trade
Module #6 The Renaissance and the Age of Exploration (1400 - 1600 CE) Revival of classical learning, artistic innovations, and European exploration and colonization
Module #7 The Enlightenment and the Scientific Revolution (1600 - 1800 CE) Key thinkers, scientific discoveries, and their impact on modern thought and society
Module #8 The French Revolution and Napoleon (1789 - 1815 CE) Causes, course, and consequences of the French Revolution and Napoleons rise and fall
Module #9 Industrialization and Imperialism (1800 - 1914 CE) Industrial Revolution, European imperialism, and the Scramble for Africa
Module #10 World War I and the Interwar Period (1914 - 1939 CE) Causes, course, and consequences of World War I, and the rise of totalitarian regimes
Module #11 World War II and the Cold War (1939 - 1991 CE) Causes, course, and consequences of World War II, and the Cold War rivalry between the US and USSR
Module #12 Nationalism and Decolonization (1914 - 1991 CE) Rise of nationalism, decolonization, and the emergence of new nations in Africa and Asia
Module #13 The Asian Century (1945 - present) Post-war reconstruction, economic growth, and the rise of Asia as a global power
Module #14 The Modern Middle East (1918 - present) Ottoman Empires collapse, creation of modern states, and conflicts in the region
Module #15 Latin American History (1492 - present) European colonization, independence movements, and modern challenges in Latin America
Module #16 African History (1880s - present) Scramble for Africa, colonialism, independence, and modern challenges in Africa
Module #17 Globalization and Contemporary Issues (1991 - present) Impact of globalization, international relations, and current global challenges
Module #18 Environmental History and Sustainability (1500 - present) Human impact on the environment, environmental movements, and sustainable development
Module #19 Womens History and Gender Studies (1500 - present) Roles, experiences, and contributions of women throughout world history
Module #20 Migration and Diaspora (1500 - present) Voluntary and involuntary migrations, cultural exchange, and diaspora communities
Module #21 Historical Research and Methods Introduction to historical research, sources, and methods
Module #22 Historical Interpretation and Analysis Critical thinking, analysis, and interpretation of historical evidence and arguments
Module #23 Case Studies in World History In-depth examination of specific historical events, processes, or issues
Module #24 World History and Global Citizenship Reflecting on the relevance of world history to modern global challenges and civic engagement
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in World History career
