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World History II – Mr. Clairmont
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Course Rules and Expectations/Syllabus
Introduction to this course:
Why is it important to study history?
It's easy to make the mistake in feeling that the past doesn't matter, since we're constantly told
to 'live in the moment' and 'plan for the future'. Studying history, however, teaches us many
things about whom we are and where we're headed. Without adequate knowledge of history
we're reshaping the world carelessly, and blind to the important lessons that the past has to
offer. Everything that's ever happened has had a cause, whether we're aware of it or not, and will
also have a subsequent effect, whether we're ready for it or not. History reveals the errors of past
human thought and action, it helps us to better understand the creation of political ideologies and
religious institutions, and most importantly it helps us come to grip with the human condition and
our mortality.
The first step toward understanding history is in the realization that we don't have answers to
all of history's questions, which is one of the many reasons that studying history is so
fascinating!!
Goals of the Course
This course will establish clear learning targets for students which will ask students to:
1. Examine, investigate, and explain the major events, individuals, movements, forces, and ideas
that have contributed to the world in which we live.
2. Provide an historical framework within which to organize this information using charts, graphs,
maps, and other graphic organizers.
3. Improve reading, vocabulary, writing skills, and critical and analytical thinking skills through the
use of primary and secondary historical documents, and argumentative writing.
Classroom Rules and Expectations
1. Be on time. The EFHS attendance/tardy policy will be strictly enforced.
2. Come prepared. Bring your class folder, notebook, and something to write with every day.
3. Be respectful to self and others.
4. Respect school property. Take care of textbooks, desks, chairs, and anything else that is
given to you to use.
5. Dress appropriately. Follow the EFHS dress code.
6. Keep ALL coats, hats, cell phones, and other electronic devises in your locker. EFHS is not
responsible for your lost, or damaged property.
7. No food or drinks in the classroom (water bottles are acceptable).
8. Be accountable for your own actions. This means you and you alone are responsible for your
own successes and failures.
9. Always follow directions the FIRST time that they're given.
10. The two things that you're always in control over are your effort and your attitude, make sure
both are positive the minute you walk into the classroom.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The purpose of these rules and expectations is to create an environment in which all
students can learn. If you fail to follow these rules and meet these expectation the PBIS
disciplinary model will be strictly followed.
I understand all of the classroom rules and expectations
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2015-16 Semester II – Syllabus
Era Seven
Imperialism
World War I
Extremist Ideologies
World War II
The Holocaust
Nuclear Ages
Era Eight
Revolution and Nationalism
Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union
20th Century Independence movements
Global Economic Development