The Cold War and the Shaping of the Modern World


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Geoffrey S

11-14, 14-16, 16-18
Modern History

8 Hours

8 LESSONS

THE COLD WAR AND THE SHAPING OF THE MODERN WORLD

Academic Development

Course Overview

Course Content


8 LESSONS

8 Hours Total Length

The Post-War Vacuum: The Battle For Supremacy Between the USA and USSR

Capitalism vs Communism: The Ideologies and Their Importance in the Cold War

An Arms Race Like No Other: The Purpose of the Arms Race and the Political Objectives Involved

Proxy Wars: An Examination of Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan and Their Purpose For the Superpowers

A Gateway to Peace or an American Victory?: An Examination of Gorbachev’s Reforms and the Collapse of the USSR

A Collapsing Titan: The Aftermath of the Collapse

Putin: An Integration With the West or Further Division?

The Parallels and Differences Between Today and the Days of the Cold War

KEY SKILLS

Interpretations

Historical Analysis

Making Historical Connections

Essay Writing

Educator


Geoffrey S
English, History and Business Educator