World History: The Big Picture


Course number : ILR812    ID : 31367    Section Number : 1

« back to classes page
Any other history you may have studied will make more sense when you understand the fundamental overarching concepts that become clear with a “big picture” perspective. Based on the book, This Fleeting World - A Short History of Humanity by David Christian, this discussion-oriented course offers a global view of human history in one sweeping 250 thousand year panorama. Topics include: the engine that drives human history, how the adoption of agriculture led to the modern world, global differences in change and advancement, the rise and fall pattern of states, and the path of knowledge from the ancient to the modern world. This unique approach to history provides a context and framework into which all other studies of history fit.  
Add to Waiting List » Send to Friend »

Class Details

6 Session(s)
Weekly - Fri

Location
Conference Center (E Building)

Instructor
Ernest O'Roark 

 

Notice

Please read:  The following programs are made possible with financial support from the FCC Foundation, a nonprofit organization established to receive private gifts from individuals and organizations. Programs supported include complimentary courses, ILR socials, the Curious Traveler's Club programming, honorariums, group meetings, and event sponsorships. The FCC Foundation is a nonprofit, 501 c 3 organization. Tax id no 52-1231768. www.frederick.edu/foundation. Please consider making a donation. This course will meet on campus in an in-person environment.

Tuition 

$0.00

Registration Closes On
Friday, October 23, 2026 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Skip dates: (No class on 11/27/2026)

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
10/23/2026 - 12/4/2026 Weekly - Fri 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Frederick, Conference Center (E Building)  Map, Room: E138 Ernest O'Roark 

You may also be interested in these classes