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World History Syllabus Instructor Information Instructor: Shane E. Nigbor Classroom: Room 101 Telephone: (715) 684-3321 ext. 141 Email: [email protected] Class Information Course Description: The ninth grade World History program is an exploratory examination of history from the early civilizations through the modern era. Along the way we will uncover information about the Greeks, Romans, Renaissance, Industrial Revolution, World Wars and many other time periods in history. Students will be actively involved with study skills, hands-on activities, essays, quizzes and various homework assignments. Course Format: In-Person (Lecture, group work, independent learning, reflection, and discussion) Class Schedule: Monday – Friday for 2-Semesters Location: Baldwin-Woodville High School, 1000 13th Ave., Baldwin, WI 54002 Textbook: Modern World History: Patterns of Interaction Supplies: Writing Utensils, Notebook, Folder, and Hi-Liters Course Competencies: Please refer to the websites linked under Program Outcomes and Core Abilities. Program Outcomes http://dpi.state.wi.us/cal/pdf/ela-stds.pdf - Pages 64, 66, 71-73, 76, 80-82 Core Abilities Please visit the following website for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, history standards: Social Studies Performance Standard B Grade 12 Responsibilities and Policies Student Responsibilities: Students are expected to be familiar with the Baldwin-Woodville Area School District’s policies and procedures. Many of the important policies and procedures are also located in the student hand book. Academic Integrity: It is an expectation in all Baldwin-Woodville Area School District classes. Plagiarism, cheating and collusion are prohibited at Baldwin-Woodville schools. Plagiarism is defined as passing of another person’s work as your own. Students who fail to observe these standards are subject to disciplinary action. Baldwin-Woodville Area Schools have a strong policy on Academic Misconduct. Attendance: Attendance and punctuality are expected of all Baldwin-Blackhawk students. Chronic absences and tardiness, will affect the participation portion of the grade. Last Updated 6/30/2017 1|P a g e Class participation: All students are expected to participate in class discussions, group work, field trips, etc. The participation will be in a mature manner which reflects the high expectations that I and other teachers have of you at the high school Submitting Work: Work is expected to be turned in on the due date. If the work is late, it will receive a 30% deduction. Late work must be turned-in, directly to me! Please do not copy, cut, and paste or copy, cut, and paste, then change some words. Both ways are plagiarism and are considered cheating and will result in a failing score. Use of Electronic Devices: We will be using our “smart devices” for projects and classwork. However, it is by permission from Mr. Nigbor only. Electronic devices will not be tolerated unless otherwise noted. I will follow the school district policy found in your handbook relating to confiscation. Additionally, during projects, if you are found to be on a different website, app., program, etc., during class time, we will just do lecture, note taking, and testing the rest of the year. Please don’t spoil it!!! Other Policies: Please see student agenda. Learner Responsibilities: As a student in this class, we will: not swear or use abusive language. not interrupt others when they are speaking. take responsibility for our own learning. be in the room and in our seat when the bell rings – I can’t stand giving a tardy, but I will. be prepared for class and be enthusiastic participants during class. treat others with acceptance and respect. act responsibly and reliably in group work, individual work, or class discussion. set high standards for our work. stay awake!!! Instructor Responsibilities: As your instructor, I commit to communicating openly and frequently with you about this class. I will maintain a professional, safe learning environment adhering to the policies of the Baldwin-Woodville Area School District. You can expect a reply to communication, be it via e-mail, through online discussions, voicemail or in person, within 24-48 business hours. Please call with any questions or concerns: (715) 684-3321 ext. 141 or e-mail me at [email protected] Other Resources This is a living document and will change, so please stay-tuned to valuable resources relating to class and district policies. Syllabus Changes: As your instructor, I retain the right to make changes based on the timeline of the class, feedback from learners and/or logistical issues and will inform you as soon as a change is made. Grading Policy Grading Scale: Grade Mark A+ A AB+ B BC+ C High 100.00% 98.49% 92.49% 89.49% 87.49% 82.49% 79.49% 77.49% Low 98.50% 92.50% 89.50% 87.50 % 82.50% 79.50% 77.50% 72.50% Grade Mark CD+ D DF High 72.49% 69.49% 67.49% 62.49% 59.49% Low 69.50% 67.50% 62.50% 59.50% 0% Last Updated 6/30/2017 2|P a g e Please Review the Syllabus found at: 1. Go to Baldwin-Woodville High School Homepage 2. Click on Teacher Websites 3. Click on Mr. Nigbor (Lower Right-Hand Corner of Webpage) 4. Click on World History Homepage 5. and, Click on WH_Syllabus found under World History Resources Also, you may find the syllabus on Skyward as an attachment as it is due on Friday for 5 points. Please sign, both student and parent/guardian, and return by Friday, September 5 along with accepting or declining the Remind 101 reminders. Thank you! Parent Name: ________________________________________________ Parent Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: __________________________ Student Name: _______________________________________________ Student Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: __________________________ Last Updated 6/30/2017 3|P a g e