Grade 12 History SyllabusGrade 12 Institutions and Traditions- Understanding the foundations of institutions and their impact on societies
- Exploring the evolution of political, economic, and social traditions
- Analyzing the role of institutions in shaping historical events
- Examining the influence of cultural and religious traditions on societies
Grade 12 Age of Exploration- Investigating the motivations and consequences of European exploration
- Studying the explorations of key figures such as Christopher Columbus and Vasco da Gama
- Analyzing the impact of exploration on indigenous populations and global trade networks
- Examining the cultural exchange and diffusion of ideas during this period
Grade 12 Age of Enlightenment- Exploring the intellectual and philosophical movements of the 17th and 18th centuries
- Studying the ideas of influential thinkers such as John Locke, Voltaire, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau
- Analyzing the impact of Enlightenment ideas on politics, society, and the arts
- Examining the connections between the Enlightenment and the American and French Revolutions
Grade 12 Age of Revolution- Investigating the causes and consequences of the American and French Revolutions
- Studying the key events and figures of the revolutions
- Analyzing the impact of revolution on political and social structures
- Examining the spread of revolutionary ideas and movements globally
Grade 12 Industrial Society- Understanding the transformation of society during the Industrial Revolution
- Studying the impact of industrialization on the economy, urbanization, and social classes
- Analyzing the rise of capitalism and the emergence of new forms of labor
- Examining the social, political, and environmental consequences of industrialization
Grade 12 Consolidation of Nation-States- Investigating the processes of state-building and the formation of nation-states
- Studying the rise of nationalism and its influence on the modern world
- Analyzing the challenges and conflicts associated with the consolidation of nation-states
- Examining the impact of imperialism and colonialism on the formation of nation-states
Grade 12 Imperialism and Resistance- Exploring the causes and consequences of European imperialism
- Studying the resistance movements and anti-colonial struggles against imperialism
- Analyzing the economic, political, and social effects of imperialism on colonized regions
- Examining the legacy of imperialism in the contemporary world
Grade 12 Age of Total War- Investigating the causes and impact of World War I and World War II
- Studying the key events, leaders, and ideologies of the wars
- Analyzing the social, economic, and political consequences of total war
- Examining the effects of war on civilians and the development of new technologies
Grade 12 The Cold War and Beyond- Exploring the origins and dynamics of the Cold War
- Studying the key events and conflicts of the Cold War era
- Analyzing the impact of the Cold War on global politics, economics, and culture
- Examining the challenges and transformations of the post-Cold War world
By following this syllabus, Grade 12 students will gain a comprehensive understanding of key historical periods and themes, enabling them to analyze and interpret complex historical events and developments.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Grade 12