Mastering AP Modern World History


Book Description

Why should students have this book? First, this practice guide was written by three AP World History teachers with over 20 years of experience grading the AP World History Exam--they have seen it all and are sharing their expertise. Secondly, this guide can be used at any point in the school year. Writing prompts cover every era taught in the course and are arranged in an easy-to-follow, chronological order. The writing practice section contains five DBQs, twelve LEQs, and forty-eight SAQs. This guide also has THREE multiple-choice practice tests. The first multiple-choice test covers the first two time periods (1200 to 1750) and is designed to be taken halfway through the course to give students an idea of where they stand. The other two multiple-choice exams cover the entire span of the course (1200 to 2001). All multiple-choice questions and writing prompts are tied to the course curriculum and the answer key features comprehensive explanations and examples of student work. No other prep book offers this much practice material written to AP guidelines.




Mastering AP Modern World History


Book Description

The "go-to" text for classroom instruction of AP World History: Modern, now updated for the 2024 course changes. Written by teachers, for teachers, this guide offers instructional resources for all the writing and analytical skills tested on the AP World History: Modern exam. Teacher introductions to each skill include pacing suggestions and proven teaching strategies. Student learning guides introduce the skills to the student step-by-step, providing ample opportunity for guided practice. Additional assessments are also included to increase student confidence and ensure mastery. This book is an invaluable resource for new and experienced teachers alike.




Mastering AP World History


Book Description

Why should students have this book? First, this practice guide was written by three AP World History teachers with over 20 years of experience grading the AP World History Exam--they have seen it all and are sharing their expertise. Secondly, This guide can be used at any point in the school year. Writing prompts cover every era of history and are arranged in an easy-to-follow, chronological order. The writing practice section contains six DBQs, twelve LEQs, and seventy-two SAQs. This guide also has THREE multiple-choice practice tests. The first multiple-choice test covers the first three time periods (Paleolithic era to ~1500 C.E.) and is designed to be taken halfway through the course to give students an idea of where they stand. The other two multiple-choice exams cover the entire course curriculum. All multiple-choice questions and writing prompts are tied to the key concepts of the course and the answer key features comprehensive explanations and examples of student work. No other prep book offers this much practice material written to AP guidelines.




Mastering AP Modern World History


Book Description

Written by teachers, for teachers, this guide offers instructional resources for the new AP World History: Modern course (introduced in 2019). Truly a "go-to" text for classroom instruction, this book covers all the writing and analytical skills tested on the AP exam. Teacher introductions to each skill include pacing suggestions and proven teaching strategies. Student learning guides introduce the skills to the student step-by-step, providing ample opportunity for guided practice. Additional assessments are also included to increase student confidence and ensure mastery. As the most comprehensive and up-to-date skills guide for the AP World History: Modern course, this book is an invaluable resource for new and experienced teachers alike.




Mastering AP World History


Book Description

Written by teachers, for teachers, this guide offers instructional resources for all the AP World History exam components, including: stimulus-based multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, document analysis, document-based essay questions, and long essay questions. Teacher introductions to each section include pacing suggestions, and tried and true teaching tips. Student learning guides introduce the skill to the student step-by-step, providing ample opportunity for guided practice. Additional assessments are also included to allow for further practice and mastery. Building off the success of the first edition, this second edition is updated to reflect the latest changes to the exam, specifically the more open-ended essay prompts and the "complexity" component. This guide is an invaluable resource for experienced and new teachers alike.




Mastering Modern World History


Book Description

The sixth edition of this bestselling book takes students on a journey through the 20th century and provides a clear overview of the key events which have shaped modern world history. Unrivalled in its broad coverage, it: - Surveys international relations and war, from 1900 to the present day - Examines the rise and fall of fascism and communism around the globe - Explores the international affairs of the major superpowers: the USA, Russia/USSR and China - Assesses the experience of decolonization in India, Africa and Latin America - Unpicks global issues, including economic crises and population increase Chapters feature maps, diagrams and end-of-chapter questions to support and reinforce understanding. This new edition has been updated to take account of new scholarship, and provide a more global approach to key chapters in modern world history. Key changes include: - New material on the Second World War, beginning with the outbreak of war between China and Japan, and touches upon Italy's campaigns in East and North Africa and Civil Wars taking place in China, Spain and the Ukraine - Coverage of new historical interpretations of the events that led to the First World War - New chapters on the history of the United States of America - A new chapter on Tsar Nicholas II and the Russian Revolutions of 1917. Mastering Modern World History is the go-to textbook for secondary school students and undergraduates studying modern world history and international relations, and an ideal companion for anyone with an interest in how the world got into its present state.




Mastering Modern World History


Book Description

The fifth edition of this bestselling book is for school and college students taking courses in Modern World History and for undergraduates in History and International Relations. It is a complete, self-contained, lively and highly readable course, suitable for individual study or classroom use. The general reader who wishes to find out how the world got into its present state will also find the book useful. Key features of the fifth edition: - A new chapter on Latin America and its changing relationship with the USA - New sections on the Arab Spring, the 2008 financial crash and its aftermath, and the European Union in crisis - New material on the changing face of communism in China; USA: Bush to Obama; Russia under Putin and Medvedev; the continuing conflict between Palestinians and Israelis and the 'war against terrorism' Content includes: - A survey of international relations and war from 1900 to 2012 - Europe and its history - the rise and fall of fascism and communism - International affairs of the major superpowers - USA, Russia/USSR and China - International conflict -The Holocaust, 9/11 and the fall of Saddam Hussein - Decolonization and subsequent events in Africa, and the rise of political Islam - Global problems - climate change, economic crises, the population 'explosion' - Mention of disagreements and controversies among historians, as well as new interpretations and discoveries Norman Lowe has had many years' experience of teaching History at all levels, and for 25 years was Head of History at Nelson and Colne College in Lancashire. He is the author of Mastering Modern British History and Mastering Twentieth Century Russian History. Fully updated companion website with examples of document questions for each chapter www.palgrave.com/masterseries/Lowe




Mastering Modern World History, 4th Ed.


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This book covers the major topics of modern world history in a clear and concise style. After a general introduction, themes are developed in more detail, with headings, key words, and phrases underlined. With its easy to follow cross-referencing and helpful problem-solving approach, this text is the ideal introduction to higher level study of modern world history.







AP World History Modern, Fifth Edition: Flashcards: Up-to-Date Review


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Be prepared for exam day with Barron’s. Trusted content from AP experts! Barron’s AP World History: Modern Flashcards includes 400 up-to-date content review cards and practice questions. Written by Experienced Educators Learn from Barron’s--all content is written and reviewed by AP experts Build your understanding with review and practice tailored to the most recent exam Be Confident on Exam Day Strengthen your knowledge with in-depth review covering all units on the AP World History: Modern exam Find specific concepts quickly and easily with cards organized by time period. Sharpen your test-taking skills with content review questions Check out Barron’s AP World HIstory: Modern Premium for even more review, full-length practice tests, and access to Barron’s Online Learning Hub for a timed test option and automated scoring.