Louisiana US History A/B

Louisiana US History is a two-semester course that examines, analyzes, and evaluates key people and events in the history of the United States of America. The course also uses investigative questions to guide the examination and analysis of events. The content of the course is designed to promote understanding of the impacts historical events had on the numerous groups of diverse people who make up the United States. Clarifying Big Ideas (CBI) Lessons appear throughout the course to model critical thinking skills and strategies. These skills and strategies are woven throughout the lessons to allow students to practice them in context. Activities further promote critical thinking about historical figures and encourage learners to analyze the factors that influenced the decisions these figures made, shaping the growth and development of the United States. The activities have learners analyze and evaluate primary and secondary sources and form opinions, using evidence to support them.

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