Relive the birth of a nation and rediscover the compelling events that have shaped the destiny of America. This short course brings the dusty pages of history to life in a fascinating timeline, condensing an entire history book into a series of easy-to-understand lessons. The course presents a working knowledge of American History from Columbus to Reconstruction. Lesson topics explore European Settlements in North America, The American Revolution, The New Nation: A Focus on the Constitution, The Rising Tide of Nationalism, Slavery, The Civil War and Reconstruction, Supreme Court Decisions, Religion, and Social Change in America. Curriculum: 5 week course, independent study. No prerequisites. Required Text: A History of the American People [click for details] CLOSE WINDOW REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS