American History Competency
Issued by
Northeastern State University
Earners have developed a foundational knowledge and comprehensive overview of American History from the pre-colonial period to the present. Earners will be better prepared to teach American history at the middle school and secondary level and have an acute understanding of the problems facing the United States in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Badge earners must complete: HIST 1483: American History to 1877 and HIST 1493: American History since 1877.
- Type Learning
- Level Foundational
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Earners should receive an 85% or higher in both required courses.
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Demonstrate specific content area knowledge in United States history.
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Effectively communicate historical knowledge.
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Effectively analyze historical evidence for significance.
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Develop knowledge and understanding of diverse perspectives and experiences.
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Apply historical knowledge to contemporary issues and problems.
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Practice historical thinking skills.
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Develop critical thinking and writing skills.
Standards
History, Social Studies, and Social Sciences.