Class information
HST123 World History, Modern
- CRN: 26695
- Credits: 4
- Locations, days, times, and instructors:
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
From March 31 through June 14, 2025, Charlie J Presti
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
Class materials
Textbooks
No textbooks required
Details about this class
This class if fully online-- there are no in-person or remote meetings over Zoom. This class focuses on case studies in modern world history, starting around 1750 CE and going to the early 21st century. We consider the most important historical trends and changes of the last 250 years that have shaped the contemporary world.
There are short weekly assignments focusing on analyzing sources from history, three quizzes on the readings over the course of the term, and one final essay. No knowledge of history is required.
Feel free to reach out to charlie.presti@pcc.edu if you have any questions.
Technology
There is no additional technology required for this class.
No show policy
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Online technical requirements
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Students with disabilities
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