High school juniors out here, what kind of history classes are you guys offered at your schools? World, US, European? I'm just curious to understand what the standard is in different places.
In many high schools across the country, the standard for history curriculum often includes U.S. History, World History, and a specific regional or cultural history like European History or Asian History, depending on the availability of faculty and resources at the particular high school.
For example, U.S. History might be offered in 11th grade, with some schools offering an Advanced Placement (AP) or honors version of the class. Depending on the school and its curriculum, sophomores might take World History, and seniors might have a variety of options, including classes on government, economics, or specific regional histories.
If a school offers International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, the history classes might be different, and depending on the level of the course (Standard Level vs. Higher Level), the depth and breadth of the content might also vary.
Some high schools also offer electives such as Modern History, African-American History, Latin American History, or even History of Art. The available class options can really vary by school, with more options often available in larger or more diverse schools.
However, the exact offerings and the sequence of the classes can vary greatly from school to school, and state by state. It would be interesting to hear from students attending schools in different regions to get a sense of what's typical.
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