Understanding Global History: Key Events from 1945 to Present
Explore the significant developments in global history from 1945 to today, focusing on the rise and fall of major powers, influential leaders, and pivotal events. Delve into the impact of major religions, the dynamics of the Cold War including McCarthyism, and the transformations in countries like China, India, and the Soviet Union. This course emphasizes critical thinking and engagement with current events, while encouraging students to actively participate in class discussions and projects.
Understanding Global History: Key Events from 1945 to Present
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GLOBAL STUDIES History 1945-present AROUND THE WORLD
Religions of the World • Create more problems between people than anything else • 6 major religions • . • . • . • . • . • .
RISE AND FALL OF THE SOVIET UNION • CHINA – from peasant 2 SUPERPOWER • INDIA – Gandhi and the world • RED SCARE/ McCarthyism
WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO DO??? • “Do or Do Not There is No Try” – Yoda • YOU WILL DECIDE WETHER YOU MAKE IT OR NOT WETHER YOU PASS OR NOT…….YOU • You will be on time, prepared, and alive!! (everyone participates)
Be aware of what is around you • NEWS, NEWS, NEWS • Who are these people……….what makes these people famous (on erase board) • (1) Osama Bid Laden • (2) Lade Gaga • (3) David Petraeus • (4) Sidney Crosby • (5) Joe Biden • (6) Lance Armstrong
Grading • Need daily, book, notebook, writing utensil, BRAIN • Graded material: notebook, current event reviews and questions, tests, power points and presentations, and other varied homeworks. • Late work accepted up to one week after due. Your responsibility to find and do!! • RULES: Act appropriately and in your seat
WHERE TO FIND OUT WHAT IS GOING ON!! What are we doing in class: http://mrrauscher.wikispaces.com/ - under Global Studies page What is my missing work: http://mrrauscher.wikispaces.com/ - under daily assignments page -Get a classroll account -Assignments on board daily -Graded assignment list on board
HOMEWORK • Find these people who determine your social welfare. - PA State Representative - PA State Senator - US Senators - US House of Representative - Mayor of Cambridge Springs or PENNCREST School District Superintendent