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Department: Social Studies
Instructor: Benjamin Tricker
Course: Honors World History
Email: [email protected]
Grade: 9 & 10
Course Description: World History Honors is a course that spans the development of
human history ranging from the emergence of modern man to the events and nature of
the modern world. Students will study civilizations and empires throughout the world,
including but not limited to those in Asia, Africa, North and South America and the
Middle East, with an emphasis on the civilizations’ political and social systems,
cultural developments, economics, technologies, religions, arts, and literary styles.
Knowledge of historical background with a focus toward understanding present day
problems will be stressed as well.
Books/Materials: Bring to class daily: Glencoe World History textbook, notebook,
and folder. Students should also have access to colored pencils, glue, tape, rulers, poster board, and scissors (a one-day notice will be given). The
teacher will rent materials to forgetful students at a reasonable rate.
Requirements: It is expected that all students will complete reading assignments on a timely basis, make positive contributions in class, and
demonstrate proficiency on all forms of evaluation.
Assignments/Assessment: According to the appropriate chapter of study assignments will be listed on the chalkboard for the duration of the first
quarter. Assignments will cover material from the book, lecture, readings, documentaries, and class discussion. All assignments are due at the
beginning of class.
Course evaluation: Evaluation is based on the following: essay tests, objective tests, map tests, quizzes, class participation, homework
assignments, and projects. Quizzes can be given at any time over lecture, the textbook, documentaries, readings, and maps. Tests will be
objective. A number two pencil is needed for all tests. All assignments must be completed individually unless otherwise noted and permitted by
the instructor.
Lecture: All lectures will follow, as closely as possible, the outline of the text. However lectures will not be a rehash of text materials. Lectures
are designed to supplement text materials. All students are expected to take notes during class.
Grades: The semester grade equals the average of the two quarter grades. A comprehensive final will not be administered.
NOTE: It is hoped that all students will exhibit some interest and enthusiasm for the course. EXTRA-CREDIT work is not allowed. It is fully
expected that all students will show respect for the opinions of their classmates. Student behavior should reflect the rules found in the Marian
Student Handbook. Most exams are essay or computer graded. You are responsible for the proper marking of the answer sheet as well as having
a #2 pencil for all exams. All essay exams should be written in black or blue ink.
Per the Indiana Academic Standards, the following objectives will be followed in this world history course.
Standard 1 — Beginnings of Human Society and the Development of Cultural Hearths
Students will examine the lives of people during the beginnings of human society.
Standard 2 — Ancient Civilizations: 4000 B.C./B.C.E. to 500 A.D./C.E.
Students will examine the characteristics of ancient civilizations, including those of North Africa, Southwest Asia, South Asia and East Asia from 4000 B.C./B.C.E. to 500
A.D./C.E.
Standard 3 — Civilizations and Empires in Asia, Africa and the Americas: 1000 B.C./B.C.E. to 1500 A.D./C.E.
Students will trace the development of major civilizations and empires in different regions of Asia, Africa and the Americas from 1000 B.C./B.C.E. to 1500 A.D./C.E.
Standard 4 — Medieval Europe and the Rise and Development of Western Civilization: 500 to 1650
Students will examine the political, economic, social and cultural development of Europe, which influenced the rise of Western Civilization, particularly the Renaissance and
Reformation from 500 to 1650.
Standard 5 — Worldwide Exploration, Conquest and Colonization: 1450 to 1750
Students will examine the causes, events and consequences of worldwide exploration, conquest and colonization from 1450 to 1750.
Standard 6 — Scientific, Political, Cultural and Industrial Revolutions: 1500 to 1900
Students will examine the causes, events and global consequences of the scientific, political, cultural and industrial revolutions that originated in Western Europe and
profoundly influenced the world from 1500 to 1900.
Standard 7 — Global Imperialism: 1500 to the Present
Students will examine the origins, major events and consequences of worldwide imperialism from 1500 to the present.
Standard 8 — An Era of Global Conflicts, Challenges, Controversies and Changes: 1900 to the Present
Students will analyze and explain trends and events of global significance, such as world wars and international controversies and challenges, and cross-cultural changes that
have connected once-separated regions into an incipient global community.
Standard 9 — Historical Thinking
Students will conduct historical research that incorporates information literacy skills such as forming appropriate research questions; evaluating information by determining
accuracy, relevance and comprehensiveness; interpreting a variety of primary and secondary sources; and presenting their findings with documentation.
World History Course Outcomes
Students will be able to:
1. SWBAT compare and contrast different historical periods and cultures, focusing on interdependence between cultures.
2. SWBAT compare and contrast the origins of specific civilizations.
3. SWBAT formulate alternative outcomes of historical events.
4. SWBAT analyze the impact of religion and the Catholic Church on World History.
5. SWBAT analyze the impact of cultural diffusion in history.
6. SWBAT use primary and secondary sources to analyze the cause and effect relationship regarding events throughout the history of the world.
7. SWBAT research on a specific topic of study.
Class Rules
Mr. Tricker
[email protected]
Room 110
I. Promptness
a. Arriving on time involves being in your seat when the bell rings. The bell signals the beginning of class.
b. If you do not bring it, you will not be allowed to go back to get it.
c. Consequences for being tardy.
i. 3rd tardy – office referral, letter sent home, detention, suspension of privileges
ii. 4th tardy – detention
iii. 5th tardy – detention
iv. 6th tardy – locked out, detention, letter sent home
d. Two types of passes are acceptable. The first is a handwritten type using Marian’s yellow pass form. The second is an
email explanation from a teacher or administrator. The discretion of the teacher overrides the validity of all passes.
II. Attention
a. The complete attention of each student is necessary for the whole class to learn.
b. The teacher knows more about the subject than all the students put together. Please have faith in the teacher and direct
all questions to the teacher.
c. Students who detract from the atmosphere of learning will face relocation within the room, restrictions of freedom,
detention, dean referral, and/or other appropriate action.
d. When you are given time to work on an assignment, the time is to be used for that purpose, not conversation or work
from other classes.
e. Resting of one’s eyes, except for allowed “nap” time indicates a lack of attention and will not be allowed.
III. Make-up work & late work
a. Homework should be turned in on time. Work that is late for any reason other than an excused absence will receive a
25% reduction per each day tardy.
b. If absent from class it is the student’s obligation to ascertain the work missed. Students with excused absences have as
many days as they were excused to turn in all delinquent work. The class will progress with or without you.
c. If a student misses a test the make-up must be taken upon the date of the student’s return. Make-up exams may not be
the same test and may be in essay form at the teacher’s discretion.
IV. Miscellaneous
a. The teacher’s chairs, desks, and tables are off limits.
b. Chewing of gum is not allowed in the classroom. Food, candy, and/or beverages of any kind are not permitted in the
classroom. Refrain and restrain are two key words to learn.
c. Time to dispute, amend, or discuss any policy or decision of the teacher is not available during class. Student may
schedule appointments with the teacher.
d. Academic integrity is an important value to maintain in all courses. Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated, please
see the guidelines in Marian’s handbook for information about cheating/plagiarism and the consequences thereof.
V. Consequences (cumulative)
a. Verbal warning and/or 20 minute detention
b. 30 minute detention
c. Parent notification and morning detention
d. Office referral with parent conference
e. A serious violation of classroom rules will result in immediate parental notification and dean referral.
Dear Parents,
It is time to start a new semester. I have your son/daughter in class and am looking forward to a new semester. In order to maintain a
positive learning environment I have devised a school discipline plan. This plan gives every student the opportunity to manage his/her
behavior. The students and I have discussed this plan during class time. Please review the rules with your son/daughter, sign the form
below, and ask your son/daughter to return it to me. Thank you for your support. Working together I hope to make this an intellectually
stimulating class for your son/daughter. Support from the home is an integral part of a student’s education process.
Return this section of the rules tomorrow and only tomorrow for extra credit.
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