I can see sacrificing a half year of history for this. Practicality has a place in academics as much as lots of other classes. Personally I would have a year lo

I can see sacrificing a half year of history for this. Practicality has a place in academics as much as lots of other classes. Personally I would have a year long class around the sophomore year on critical thinking and spotting propaganda and bullshit. I taught my kids how to spot bullshit and question everything and I think it has served them well. It got them in trouble a couple of times with teachers but it was a learning experience.