The College Board, which administers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and exams, had introduced a new Advanced Placement course specifically focused on African American history.
AP African American History, or APUSH: African American History, is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the history and experiences of African Americans in the United States. This course aims to explore the contributions, struggles, achievements, and impact of African Americans throughout American history.
The course typically covers various topics, including but not limited to:
- Early African civilizations and cultures
- The transatlantic slave trade and slavery in America
- The abolitionist movement and the Civil War
- Reconstruction and the Jim Crow era
- The Civil Rights Movement and its leaders
- Contemporary issues and the ongoing struggle for racial equality
AP African American History emphasizes critical thinking, analysis of historical documents, and understanding historical context. Students are expected to engage deeply with primary and secondary sources, develop historical arguments, and demonstrate their understanding through essays and exams.
This course offers students the opportunity to delve into the nuanced and complex history of African Americans, highlighting their contributions to the broader American narrative and providing a more comprehensive understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by African Americans throughout history.
