This 100% ONLINE 12 WEEK (January 21 - April 11) course is an introductory survey course covering world history from the beginnings of civilizations to 1500CE.

Topics include examining the formation of human communities and the development of civilizations, nations, and states, the development of cultural and religious traditions, and the emergence, expansion, and intensification of transnational networks of communication and exchange. The course focuses on political, economic, social, and cultural factors that influenced the historical development of the premodern world and the class also explores how major issues such as race/ethnicity, class, and gender have impacted and continue to impact world history.

Specific emphasis is placed on students developing historical understanding as well as critical thinking and creative thinking skills and practices through an examination of modern world history and interesting, fun, and engaging ONLINE experiences.

Students with questions or concerns should please contact the instructor Blake Johnson at bsjohnson@peralta.edu.