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is described very well here,so take some time this summerto take a look at the link below:  \nhttps://apstudent.collegeboard.org/apcourse/ap-united-states-history  \n## Course Description\n\nAPUS History is a college-level course that aims to survey a period roughly from 1491 to thepresent.It is one of the challenging courses offered at SJC.Success requires a self-discipline inthe face ofa high volume of reading and writing.This course is a serious time commitment and itis your responsibility to manage your own schedule to make certain you complete assigned workon time.  \n## Goals\n\n·Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of American history from 1500-Present.  \n·Critically analyze and interpret primary and secondary sources for relevance,reliability,and significance in the evaluation of historical questions.  \n·Understand the importance of historiography and the influence of various schools ofthought on the study of US History.  \n·Write clear,persuasive,and detailed essays.  \n·Prepare for and successfully complete the APExam offered by the College Board  \n## Expectations\n\n·APUSH students can expect homework every day,weekend and extended vacation.  \n·  You will have at least one project and large assessment every quarter,and during thesecond semester,write bi-weekly essays that include analysis of primary and secondarySources.  \n·All tests and quizzes will be comprehensive (includes all previous material).Studentsmust continually add to their base of knowledge and reinforce prior learning in order tosucceed on the College Board Exam.(For example,tests from Unit 8 may requireknowledge from Unit 6.)  \n·The key to success in APUS combines detailed memorization with the ability to wieldhistorical thinking skills to assess information and construct well-reasoned,fact-basedhistorical essays.Successful students review for months prior to the APExam.  \n● Completion of the Summer Project is mandatory for enrollment.  \nQuestions?E-mail us!  \nMr.Ballenger:tballenger@stjohnschs.org  \nDr.Richier lrichier@stjohnschs.org  \nMr.Plott:jiplott@stjohnschs.org  \n## APUSH SUMMER PROJECT\n\n### 1.Purchase the textbook:AMSCO Advanced Placement edition United States History-Fourth\n\nEdition-Physical copy required(you can get the online one as a bonus if you like)  \n·   https://www.perfectionlearning.com/advanced-placement-united-states-history-4th-  \nedition-t1688-g.html  \n### 2.Guided Notes on AMSCO\n\n·Use your AMSCO textbook to complete the guided notes for Unit 1.  \n·  These guided notes are attached on pages 2-10 of this PDF  \n### 3.Unit 1 Heimler Notes\n\n·  Take notes on the six(6)APUSH Unit 1 Heimler videos to review key concepts andstrengthen historical thinking skills for the AP exam.  \n·  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEHRHjICEfDUkwlhxOSFi4-dgPI82 Wn3  \n### 4.Illustrated Timeline of Unit 1\n\n● This should be completed on a poster board or blank paper-not digital  \n·Create an illustrated timeline 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