20th Century American History
While enrolled in ODYSSEYWARE 20th Century American History, students will examine the country’s economic, political, governmental, cultural, and technological growing pains during the 1900s. This web-based course allows students to broaden their knowledge of history and geography for a better understanding of today’s world. Clickable, animated video presentations and audio clips support the learning process of today’s technology-proficient students and assist teachers as they guide these students through this engaging course.
Give a Testimonial Share This Page Explore America's century of dynamic change with web-based ODYSSEYWARE Twentieth Century American History for grades 9-12. This cutting-edge, six-unit elective offers media-rich lessons that examine the change, conflict, and growth during the previous 100 years. With topics ranging from the Industrial Age, Imperialism, and the Roaring ‘20s, to the Great Depression, two world wars and the Holocaust, this course takes a look at the country’s not-so-distant past. Students in the course are given the tools to connect to the lessons of the nation’s history, gaining insights into how history affects the opportunities of future generations. They will also analyze the way that technology and innovation transform society and culture.
Available from most Internet-connected computer, students and educators have access to this exciting curriculum anytime. Completely customizable, teachers are able to adapt and pace the course to accommodate a diverse variety of students and support their academic success. Efficient built-in administrative features like automatic grading, lesson planning, an interactive calendar, and print options make ODYSSEYWARE a practical and efficient educational choice for 21st century public and charter schools.
"I greatly appreciate the wide variety of courses offered and the frequency that new courses are added. ODYSSEYWARE is a complete online curriculum solution for schools, and it's geared to meet the needs of all students."
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