Download World History II Syllabus

World History II Syllabus
Room B105
Teacher and Contact Info: Mr. Painter, [email protected]
Textbooks:
World History – Modern Times (classroom use)
Modern World History – Patterns of Interaction
Course Description: The course will allow students to explore the historical development of people,
places, and patterns of life from the Renaissance Period to the present.
Course Objectives: At the conclusion of this course, students should satisfactorily be able to
demonstrate:
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an understanding of the political, cultural, and economic conditions of the world about 1500 A.D.
knowledge of the Reformation in terms of its impact on Western Civilization
knowledge of the impact of the European Age of Discovery and expansion into the Americas, Africa,
and Asia
knowledge of the status and impact of global trade on regional civilizations of the world after 1500
A.D.
knowledge of the scientific, political, economic, and religious changes during the 16th, 17th, and 18th
centuries
knowledge of political and philosophical developments in Europe during the 19th century
knowledge of the effects of the Industrial Revolution during the 19th century
knowledge of the worldwide impact of World War I
knowledge of political, economic, social, and cultural developments during the Interwar Period
knowledge of the worldwide impact of World War II
knowledge of major events and outcomes of the Cold War
knowledge of political, economic, social, and cultural aspects of independence movements and
development efforts
knowledge of the influence of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism in the
contemporary world
knowledge of cultural, economic, and social conditions in developed and developing nations of the
contemporary world
Grading Policy:
A+
A
AF
98-100
92-97
90-91
below 60
B+
B
B-
88-89
82-87
80-81
C+
C
C-
78-79
72-77
70-71
D+
D
D-
68-69
62-67
60-61
Methods of Instruction:
Lecture, Class Discussion, Independent Student Activities and Projects, Group Work, Audio-Visual
Presentations, etc.
Grading Requirements and Evaluation:
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100-150 points for each assignment = quizzes, in-class/homework assignments, map assignments,
class participation/attendance, etc.
200 or more points for each assignment = chapters tests, projects, etc.
Points will deducted for LATE work (a letter grade for each day not turned in); if work is not turned
in after 5 days of being assigned, it may result in a zero
Unexused absences will result in points deducted
It is the responsibility of the student to ask me for missing work after being absent from class; check
student handbook for more information
Final six-weeks grade will be the result of the total points you earned, divided by the total number of
points that were possible from all assignments
Progress Reports will be handed out each six weeks (every 15 days per marking period).
Students will be required to take the SOL exam at the conclusion of the semester.
Supplies Needed:
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Three-ring binder
Colored pencils (use for maps)
Classroom Policy:
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Be courteous and respectful of others
Be prepared for class
Be on time
No profanity
Cell phones should be turned off during class
No ipods, mp3 players or other electronic devices are to be used during class
Course Calendar (tentative schedule):
First Six Weeks: Connecting Hemispheres; Absolutism to Revolution
Second Six Weeks: Industrialism and the Race for Empire; The World at War
Third Six Weeks: The World at War (continued); Perspectives on the Present ; SOL Review and Exam