World History One
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All assignments and resources are posted in our Google Classroom!
Class Mission
This class will explore the history of the world’s civilizations and societies from the “Fall of Rome” in 476 A.D. through the European Enlightenment of the 18th century. A major focus for this course will be to understand, evaluate and analyze the complex history of civilizations while simultaneously uncovering the complicated process of history. Through our discussions, readings of primary and secondary sources, lectures, notes, and videos, our class will investigate the systematic yet subjective study of history while exploring rich and unique civilizations each of which have contributed and shaped modern society.
Units of Study
What Is History?
Byzantine Empire and the Emergence of Russia
Islam and the Muslim Expansion
Societies of Africa
Medieval Europe
Medieval China
Heian and Tokugawan Japan
European Renaissance and Reformation
Societies of the Americas and the Age of Exploration
Absolutism and the Rise of the Nation State
Class Materials Textbook and Reading Materials (Honors)
The textbook for this class is World History: Pattern's of Interaction. This text will be kept at home- but the text can be found online. My goal is to present you with a multi-perspective account of history; therefore, primary and secondary reading handouts will supplement your text reading and form a large part of your reading material. Books will be available to sign out for use during the school day and after school during extra-help.
Class Notebook
Each of you should have a three-ring binder for use in this class only.
This binder will hold everything (aside from your text) that you will need and use for this class, including handouts and class and text notes you will take throughout the year. Organization of this notebook and note-taking is an important part of this class and will contribute to your final grade.
*I expect you to bring your notebook to class with you each day.
Class Website
This is it! This website was designed as a tool to aid you throughout the course. Writing guidelines, history research cites, bibliographic support, and other helpful materials can be found on-line. If you have any suggestions for additional resources or for website reconstruction, please let me know. This web page is for you, so make sure that it helps!
Grading System
Each graded piece will have a total possible point value, depending on the scope of the assignment:
Tests and Projects 100 points
Quizzes 30 points
Homework 1-10 points
At the end of the term, I will add up your total points earned and divide this number by the total possible points to determine your final grade. A progress report will be given to each of you midway through each quarter to communicate your progress and to give you time to improve your performance.
Late Homework and Paper Policy
This policy will be followed throughout the year; however, if individuals have emergencies or personal matters please come and talk to me.
Homework: Homework is due at the beginning of the class. Any homework that is handed in late (even at the end of the period or later in the day) will only receive half credit. Any homework not passed in on the day collected or due, will receive a zero.
Papers &Projects The due date for papers and assignments will be strictly enforced. Late papers or projects will be marked down a half a grade for each day they are late. Your name will be placed on the “make-up board” as a reminder and you will have one week to complete all missed assessments. Failure to makeup the work will result in a zero.
Tests & Quizzes All tests and quizzes are to be taken as scheduled. If you are absent, your name Quizzes: will be placed on the “make-up board” as a reminder and you will have one week to complete all missed assessments. Failure to makeup the work will result in a zero.
Extra Help Hours
I will be available during Flex Block or by appointment.
Finally…
I am assuming and expecting that you come to class on time and prepared, with necessary work completed. Also, a critical part of this course is participation. I cannot stress this enough. This is your class and you need to be an active part of it. That means not only speaking, but listening and being present! It is amazing how much you can miss in one day!
In conclusion, don’t hesitate to ask questions or ask for help. That’s what I’m here for!
Good luck and welcome to World History!
This class will explore the history of the world’s civilizations and societies from the “Fall of Rome” in 476 A.D. through the European Enlightenment of the 18th century. A major focus for this course will be to understand, evaluate and analyze the complex history of civilizations while simultaneously uncovering the complicated process of history. Through our discussions, readings of primary and secondary sources, lectures, notes, and videos, our class will investigate the systematic yet subjective study of history while exploring rich and unique civilizations each of which have contributed and shaped modern society.
Units of Study
What Is History?
Byzantine Empire and the Emergence of Russia
Islam and the Muslim Expansion
Societies of Africa
Medieval Europe
Medieval China
Heian and Tokugawan Japan
European Renaissance and Reformation
Societies of the Americas and the Age of Exploration
Absolutism and the Rise of the Nation State
Class Materials Textbook and Reading Materials (Honors)
The textbook for this class is World History: Pattern's of Interaction. This text will be kept at home- but the text can be found online. My goal is to present you with a multi-perspective account of history; therefore, primary and secondary reading handouts will supplement your text reading and form a large part of your reading material. Books will be available to sign out for use during the school day and after school during extra-help.
Class Notebook
Each of you should have a three-ring binder for use in this class only.
This binder will hold everything (aside from your text) that you will need and use for this class, including handouts and class and text notes you will take throughout the year. Organization of this notebook and note-taking is an important part of this class and will contribute to your final grade.
*I expect you to bring your notebook to class with you each day.
Class Website
This is it! This website was designed as a tool to aid you throughout the course. Writing guidelines, history research cites, bibliographic support, and other helpful materials can be found on-line. If you have any suggestions for additional resources or for website reconstruction, please let me know. This web page is for you, so make sure that it helps!
Grading System
Each graded piece will have a total possible point value, depending on the scope of the assignment:
Tests and Projects 100 points
Quizzes 30 points
Homework 1-10 points
At the end of the term, I will add up your total points earned and divide this number by the total possible points to determine your final grade. A progress report will be given to each of you midway through each quarter to communicate your progress and to give you time to improve your performance.
Late Homework and Paper Policy
This policy will be followed throughout the year; however, if individuals have emergencies or personal matters please come and talk to me.
Homework: Homework is due at the beginning of the class. Any homework that is handed in late (even at the end of the period or later in the day) will only receive half credit. Any homework not passed in on the day collected or due, will receive a zero.
Papers &Projects The due date for papers and assignments will be strictly enforced. Late papers or projects will be marked down a half a grade for each day they are late. Your name will be placed on the “make-up board” as a reminder and you will have one week to complete all missed assessments. Failure to makeup the work will result in a zero.
Tests & Quizzes All tests and quizzes are to be taken as scheduled. If you are absent, your name Quizzes: will be placed on the “make-up board” as a reminder and you will have one week to complete all missed assessments. Failure to makeup the work will result in a zero.
Extra Help Hours
I will be available during Flex Block or by appointment.
Finally…
I am assuming and expecting that you come to class on time and prepared, with necessary work completed. Also, a critical part of this course is participation. I cannot stress this enough. This is your class and you need to be an active part of it. That means not only speaking, but listening and being present! It is amazing how much you can miss in one day!
In conclusion, don’t hesitate to ask questions or ask for help. That’s what I’m here for!
Good luck and welcome to World History!