Modern History
Rationale (An excerpt from NESA Syllabus)
"The study of Modern History engages students in an investigation of the forces that have shaped the world, based on the analysis and interpretation of sources. It offers students the opportunity to investigate the possible motivations and actions of individuals and groups, and how they have shaped the world politically, culturally, economically and socially.
Modern History stimulates students’ curiosity and imagination, and enriches their appreciation of humanity by introducing them to a range of historical developments and experiences that have defined the modern world."
Year 11 Modern History
Topics Studied:
- Nature of Modern History.
- Investigating Modern History - 2 case studies: Genocide in Rwanda, American Civil War.
- Shaping the Modern World.
- Historical Investigation.
Year 12 Modern History
Topics Studied:
- Core: Power and Authority in the Modern World (1917-1941).
- National Study e.g. USA (1919-1941); Russia and the Soviet Union (1917-1941).
- Peace and Conflict Study e.g. Indochina; Conflict in Europe.
- Change in the Modern World e.g. Apartheid in South Africa; Civil Rights in the USA.