European Studies

The first thing you have to consider when it comes to the European Union is its great practical importance for every institution of the member countries. EU is not only manifested politically, being also able to influence the everyday life of its citizens in various fields. A suitable example is the introduction of its own currency, Euro.

Things have evolved in such a way that nowadays we cannot imagine how the political system of a European country would work without taking into account the EU. The most important decisions are no longer taken in the capitals of the member countries, but in Brussels, the headquarters of the union.

European integration was also a successful experiment in terms of resolving conflicts. Unfortunately, this aspect is often overlooked, especially by the younger generation. It should be recalled that member countries cooperate more closely than ever, particularly through the common institutions. Moreover, there are numerous benefits of the unique currency and the peaceful cooperation between the European states. Read the rest of this entry »

Planning on taking the AP European history exam? If you want to do well, you need to learn exactly what the AP covers and how to prepare for it. Nailing the AP Euro exam is easy, provided you study correctly.

Step One:
Start studying 4-6 weeks in advance. You’ll need plenty of time to get a solid grasp of hundreds of years of history. Spending half an hour each night for over a month will give you a powerful understanding of the material. Spreading your review out over a long period of time helps you remember important facts better, and makes the whole test taking process less stressful.

Step Two:
It’s time to get a basic grasp of the material. Break the information down into critical components. If you’re shooting for a four or five, you need to start identifying the key points to remember for each period, movement or important event. Outlines are perfect for distilling information into basic points, so don’t hesitate to create or find a few good ones. Read the rest of this entry »