His 610 H 630 H Renaissance History (Part 1) Honors

This two-year course provides an in-depth, exciting examination of the various historical, cultural, and economic developments that took place around the world during the Renaissance Period (1450-1779). Although Renaissance history typically centers around the “rebirth” in European cultures, in the 6th and 7th grades at Merit Academy, the students explore all of the cultural, scientific, economic, and political changes that took place around the world during this exciting 200-year period. The Scientific Revolution, the Reformation, the Exploration, and the Renaissance are only part of the awakening that took place in the world. Japan celebrated individualism, China exchanged products and knowledge, Africa and South America provided resources, and throughout the world new contacts and exchanges encouraged change. Political arguments, military engagements, and economic booms and crises are only a part of the story.