HIS 151World History since 1500

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The second of a two-part sequence, this course examines the ongoing development of societies around the world with a particular emphasis on the increasing scale and intensity of global interaction in the period since 1500. Major topics include population growth, technological change, intercontinental migration, and the rise of a global economy. Students in the history education and social sciences education majors may be required to complete additional assignments. (3 contact hours)