History of the Renaissance & Early Modern World

The online course is a full-year exploration of world history, focusing on events from the fall of Constantinople to the early 1800s. It delves into significant developments such as the European Renaissance, the Reformation, and the age of exploration, offering students a comprehensive understanding of global interactions and power dynamics during the Renaissance and Early Modern periods. The course engages students with primary and secondary sources, and assignments such as short response essays and longer essays foster critical thinking and in-depth analysis of the course material. Regular assessments like reading quizzes, mid-term exams, and semester exams ensure students grasp the key concepts and can demonstrate mastery of the various topics covered throughout the course.