Cambridge International AS Level US History since 1877 Coursebook with Digital Access (2 Years) NYP Due July 2025

Explore the pivotal moments that shaped modern America with this in-depth digital coursebook, fully aligned to the Cambridge International AS Level US History since 1877 syllabus (8102) for first examination in 2027. From the Gilded Age to the dawn of the 21st century, this comprehensive resource guides students through transformative eras in U.S. history, while building the analytical and evaluative skills needed for exam success.

Each chapter offers a blend of clear historical content, engaging source-based activities, and reflection opportunities to deepen understanding and foster independent learning. With full digital access via Cambridge GO, students can study flexibly and confidently at home or in class.

Key Features

• Fully aligned with the updated Cambridge International AS Level US History (8102) syllabus for 2027

• Chapter timelines provide chronological clarity and contextual understanding

• Scaffolded activities designed to build higher-order thinking and historical analysis

• Extensive source evaluation tasks using visual and textual evidence

• Definitions of key terms support subject-specific vocabulary development

• Biographical snapshots of influential historical figures highlight key contributions

• Reflection prompts and self-assessment checklists foster metacognitive thinking and independent study habits

• ‘Practice Questions’ and ‘Improve Your Answer’ features help prepare students for Cambridge assessments

• Digital access includes all course materials and answers via Cambridge GO

Topics Covered

Chapter 1: The Gilded Age and Progressive Era

• Industrial growth and social change

• Aims, policies, and impact of Progressive reforms

Chapter 2: American Imperialism, World War I, and the 1920s

• Causes and consequences of U.S. territorial expansion

• U.S. entry into WWI and the domestic effects

• Economic and cultural transformation during the 1920s

Chapter 3: The Great Depression, WWII, and the Early Cold War

• The Great Depression and the New Deal

• Foreign policy evolution, 1935–1959

• Societal changes in the 1940s and 1950s

Chapter 4: The U.S. in the 1960s and 1970s

• Cold War strategies and foreign policy

• Political developments and minority rights movements

Chapter 5: The Modern U.S., 1980–2008

• Global influence of the U.S. from Reagan to early 21st century

• Shifting political ideologies and domestic policy

• Social and cultural evolution in contemporary America

Chapter 6: Preparing for Assessment

• Understanding the exam and assessment objectives

• Effective revision techniques and question analysis

• Final preparation strategies and exam tips

Ideal For

• Cambridge AS Level students studying U.S. History from 1877 to 2008

• Teachers and learners preparing for the 2027 exam cycle

• Students developing historical thinking, essay writing, and source evaluation skills

• Classrooms using blended or digital-first instruction through Cambridge GO

Engage with modern U.S. history through an accessible, exam-focused coursebook that brings America’s story to life.