World in the 20th Century, The

Presents a framework of key events in the 20th century in a user-friendly format. The World in the Twentieth Century is a brief, straightforward text written so instructors may guide their students through learning and using the historical events of the 20th century. It focuses on encouraging students to make connections and understand the big picture by centering on four important themes: The effects of technology on world historyChanging global identitiesShifting bordersGlobalization Learning GoalsUpon completing this book readers will be able to:Understand the events and issues of the 20th centuryLink the events and people of the past to current events and global conditionsConnect the events and concepts to the overarching course themes