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Aberdeen School District
World History Course Syllabus
Course Title
Course Title: World History
Course Outline
Course Outline: This class will examine; The Emergence of Civilization
(3,700,000-1200 B.C.), The First Civilizations (6000-587 B.C.), Ancient Indian
Civilizations (2500 B.C. – A.D. 550), Ancient Chinese Civilization (1500 B.C. 589 A.D.), The Greek City States (2000-404 B.C.), Greece’s Golden Ages (478146 B.C.), The Roman World (1000 B.C. – 476 A.D.), Africa (1800 B.C. – 1500
A.D.), The Americas (1800 B.C. – 1500 A.D.), They Byzantine Empire and
Russia (395-1589), The Islamic World (570-1250), The Civilizations of East Asia
(552-1573), The Rise of the Middle Ages (432-1328), The High Middle Ages
(1000-1-500), The Renaissance and Reformation (1350-1700), Exploration and
Expansion (1400-1800), Asia in Transition (1368-1868), and The Modern World
(1500- Present). Students will complete a variety of assessments and activities
matching all ability levels.
Text/Resources
Text/Resources: “Ancient World History: The Human Journey”, Holt, (2003).
Instructional
Philosophy
Instructional Philosophy: I teach to the theory of student learning styles. In each
of my lessons I attempt to place visual, auditory, and kinesthetic elements to reach
a diverse classroom. Students will complete crossword puzzles, word searches,
poster presentations, jeopardy competitions, skits, and role plays. It is my belief
that learning should be fun and engaging. I
Materials Needed
Course Standards
Projects/Major
Assignments:
Grading
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3 Ring Binder with Dividers
Notebook Paper
Surface RT
Pens, Pencils (Something to write with)
Textbook
Course Standards: The students will learn how to:
RH.9.1 Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary
sources, using date and origin of information.
WHST.9-10.1 Write arguments focused on discipline specific content.
WHST .9-10.1 Write routinely over extended time frames and shorter time frames
for discipline specific purposes.
-These are some of the standards that students must achieve, determined by the
state of Washington. Additional standards that must be achieved can be viewed at
https://www.k12.wa.us/corestandards/ .
Projects/Major Assignments:
 Map Assessments- Identify geographic locations in the world.
 Poster Projects- Presentation to the class on current topic with group.
 Group Review Sessions- Group Study for assessments
Grading:
 30% Test/Quizzes
 50% Classwork
 15% Projects
 5% Participation
GRADING SCALE:
A : 100-93
B+:89-88
A-: 92-90
B : 87-83
B-: 82-80
Attendance
C+: 79-78
C : 77-73
C-: 72-70
D+:69-68
D : 67-60
F : 59-0
Attendance Policy:
Students are responsible for attending all classes (with the exception of an
absence excused by the school) and actively engaging the day’s lesson. Student
attendance is crucial to his/her demonstration of proficiency in this subject.
Students with unexcused absences will not have the option of making up work
from class.
Ten-Day Absence Rule:
If a student misses more than (10) class sessions during a semester, he/she may be
subject to loss of credit in that class. This...
Classroom Policies &
Procedures:
I am extremely excited to be your world history teacher this semester. In order for
the classroom to run smoothly and for you to achieve success within this class, I
ask that you display the following characteristics at all times:
 EFFORT—Provide a great work ethic during class and at home with
your homework.
 COMMUNICATION—it is essential that we share a clear line of
communication at all times. Be willing to share your ideas!!!
 INDEPENDENCE—throughout our independent activities, strives to
display what you have learned. Don’t be afraid to fail, we learn more
from our failures than our successes.
 PREPARATION—Come to class prepared and ready to learn each
and every day.
 MUTUAL RESPECT— I will not be a drill sergeant in the classroom.
I promote a classroom built on mutual respect. I respect each student in
the classroom just as they respect the teacher. Students’ will not
interrupt the teacher or other students’ while they are sharing their
thoughts on the material being covered. This standard is aimed at
building professionalism.
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY— Cheating will not be tolerated in this
class. Students are expected to complete their work on their own. I
have a two- step policy. First offense- students will receive a zero on
the assignment. Second offense- students’ will receive a zero on the
assignment and will be required to attend a meeting with administrators
and parents and/or guardians.
MR. MARTIN’S NUMBER ONE RULE! — Students’ will provide
their full attention during instructional time. This includes but is not
limited to: lectures, discussions, tests, or dictations. In other words,
when Mr. Martin is talking, you are not!
ABSENCES
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If you do have to be gone for an excused absence, get your assignments
from Mr. Martin ahead of time and be prepared for class the day you get
back. This includes test days!!!
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If you leave school early for an excused absence (including extracurricular
activities) it is your responsibility to get your assignments to me before
you leave.
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After you have returned from an excused absence (sickness), you have the
same number of days that you were absent to complete the assignments
and turn it in for credit, according to school policy.
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Contact Mr. Martin about making up tests and quizzes, as well as
arranging an appropriate time.
FOOD & BEVERAGE—will be permitted throughout the semester on a no-tolerance policy relating to “left
behind garbage.” This policy will remain until it is abused. In which case no food or beverage will be allowed.
Headphones-Students’ will be permitted to bring headphones to class but may only use them during appropriate
times determined by Mr. Martin. If headphones are seen outside of this time, all privileges for that student will be
lost for the entire semester.
CELLULAR PHONES—School policy will be applied, no phones. If a cellular phone is seen or heard, it will
be taken and given to the administration.
Please read these policies with your parents and make sure that you understand them. If you or your parents have any
questions or comments, feel free to call me at the school or e-mail me @ [email protected]. When you and your
parents have read these policies, please sign below. I am looking forward to a great semester!!!
Sincerely,
Mr. Martin
*** I have read and understand the classroom expectations listed above**
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