The 20th century was a critical period in the development of our world. Using the French Revolution as a yardstick, students study the causes and effects of the Russian Revolution, and extend thinking into how it shaped modern Russia and the world in the longer term. The subsequent study will investigate a selection of worldwide issues that have emerged since World War II, such as the effectiveness of the United Nations, the causes and effects of the Holocaust and Genocide more generally, as well as the significance of the emergence of modern Terrorism.
The content provides opportunities to develop historical understanding through key concepts, including evidence, continuity and change, cause and effect, perspectives, empathy, significance and contestability. Historical skills of source analysis and evaluation, inquiry and construction of evidence-based arguments are developed with a view to preparing students for senior studies in many disciplines.
This subject provides a foundation for further studies of either Modern or Ancient History in Year 11 and Year 12. The skills developed may also have application to other (Humanities/Science/ Arts/Technology) subjects.
Assessment: Examination - Extended response to historical sources
Assessment: Investigation - Independent source investigation
Mr Cameron Martens
cmartens@mfac.edu.au
