Resources
The American Yawp This is a free, online, collaborative text book, edited by two recent Rice Ph.D.s.
History Matters
Outline of U.S. History This is a free pdf, provided by the U.S. Government
Crash Course. Some students really like these 10-minute history jams. Just keep in mind that you may not be getting the entire picture.
And, not surprisingly, wikipedia has a fairly reliable version of American History. Check the links to the subheadings.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Be able to
Construct a basic, meaningful, and intellectually honest narrative America’s history from late 19th century to the present
Execute a basic set of moves that constitute historical thinking
Comprehend, ponder, and write about key ideas, events, and interpretations relating to the history of the period
Work effectively as a team
THEMES
Three major themes run though the course material.
1. expanding role of the federal government
2. expansion of personal and civil rights
3. expanding U.S. international role
Subthemes
a. home & family
b. society
c. economy
d. diplomacy and foreign affairs
e. reform & critique
f. race, gender, equality
g. media & technology
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL