AP World History: Modern
In AP World History: Modern, you’ll learn about the rise and fall of empires, the evolution of technology, and the cultural and social changes that have shaped our world. The course isn’t just about memorizing dates and battles—it’s about exploring civilizations and cultures from a global perspective to better understand the complex relationships that exist today.
Course Content
Unit 1: The Global Tapestry
You'll explore how states formed, expanded, and declined in areas of the world during the period c. 1200-c. 1450 and the related political, social, and cultural developments of that time.
8%-10%
Unit 2: Networks of Exchange
As you continue your study of the period c. 1200-c. 1450, you'll learn how areas of the world were linked through trade and how these connections affected people, cultures, and environments.
8%-10%
Unit 3: Land-Based Empires
You'll begin your study of the period c. 140-c. 1750 with an exploration of the empires that held power over large contiguous areas of land.
12%-15%
Unit 4: Transoceanic Interconnections
Continuing your study of the period c. 1450-c. 1750, you'll learn about advances in ocean exploration, the development of new maritime empires, and the effects of new cross-cultural ecounters.
12%-15%
Unit 5: Revolutions
You'll start your study of the period c. 1750-c. 1900 by exploring the new political ideas and developments in technology that led to large-scale changes in governments, society, and economies,.
12%-15%
Unit 6: Consequences of Industrialization
You'll continue to investigate the period c. 1750-c. 1900 and learn how the different states acquired and expanded control over colonies and territories.
12%-15%
Unit 7: Global Conflict
You'll begin your study of the period c. 1900-present by learning about the global conflicts that dominated this era.
8%-10%
Unit 8: Cold War and Decolonization
As you continue exploring the period c. 1900-present, you'll learn about colonies' pursuits of independence and the global power struggle between capitalism and communism.
8%-10%
Unit 9: Globalization
You'll continue your study of the period c. 1900-present by investigating the causes and effects of the unprecedented connectivity of the modern world.
8%-10%
Tips
Mia Shippley
Score: 5
AP World History can seem like a hard class at first, since for many, this could be the first AP class students are taking, however, it is doable with time, effort, and collaboration with others. This class comes with a lot of curriculum, so one MAJOR tip is to collaborate with your peers. Don’t take it alone. With study guides, split the study guide with other students and study everything once it is completed. Set a date way before the test/exam to have the study guide completed so you and other students can use it. It is up to you to study what is on there. Don’t just complete it and go. For SAQs, complete notes and be as thorough as can be with details for each topic. Include anything that can help you remember what is in each topic, so you aren't spending too much time looking through your notes for answers for SAQs. When studying for unit tests/ AP exams, Heimler is going to be your best buddy. If you don’t have time to watch every topic video, watch the unit reviews. When the time comes closer for the exam, join his live reviews, ask questions, and take notes. For SAQs, use the format: Answer the question (1st sentence), Use Evidence (2nd sentence), Relate evidence to Question (3rd sentence). For LEQs and DBQs, collaborate on the prompts and the documents, as you might not know ALL the information. Try sourcing all your documents using HIPPO (History, context, Intended Audience, Purpose, POV, Outside information) to try to achieve as many sourcing documents as you can. When writing your paragraphs answering the prompt in both the LEQ and DBQ, try using the SAQ format but elongate to include all evidence. Personal tip: take the day before the exam to only watch the Heimer review, don’t overstudy. Rest
Clinton Truong
Score: 4
History is my worst subject so if I was able to get a 4 you can too! The units are grouped into different periods so it is very important that you know what periods which units fall into. With AP World the units are not equally balanced with some topics being more prominent within the exam. With this in mind, I would suggest studying those topics as answering these questions correctly will have a heavier impact on your score.
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With the exam itself test yourself with time as there are a lot of reading/stimulus questions that will take a decent chunk of your time. Be aware of period questions where although the answer choice is true, it would not apply to the period that is being discussed. For the essays do your LEQ first since you can pull evidence straight from memory. Restate your claim at the end of your essay so that if you missed it in the first portion you have a chance of getting the point near the end!
Resources
Course Description
Know what is expected of you to know and what is the makeup of your exam. Each topic has its dedicated page. Look at what the rubric will look like for your essays.
Heimler's History
Quick and concise review videos for almost all topics.
Review Packet
Review packet consisting of several videos, guided notes, and practice exams from Heimler's History.
APSPU Google Drive
Personal resources we used whilst studying for the exam and course.
Fivable
Study guides for all units and topics.