This course focuses on exploring important historical events from 1750 to the present. Students are challenged to interpret evidence, synthesize information, and consider conflicting lines of argument throughout their analysis of historical events. It begins with a review of global concepts from grade nine, continues with a unit on the "Scientific Revolution", and culminates with a unit on Middle East conflicts. Many facets of society are examined including religion, geography, anthropology, history, political science, sociology, and economics.