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North Union High School Course Syllabus Modern World History (Regular, College Prep, Honors) Full Year Instructor Information Instructor: Fred Holsinger Office Location: 401 N. Franklin Street, Richwood, Ohio Telephone: Classroom– (740) 943-1860 E-mail: [email protected] Conference Period: 4th Period (10:10-10:52am) Course Identification: Course Number: 403/404 Course Name: College Prep World History Course Location: High School Rm. 219 Class Times: M-F 7:55 am-2:40 pm Prerequisites: Teacher recommendation for College Prep and Honors Course Description/Overview This course is a chronological survey of world history from the Renaissance to the present. It focuses on the development of the modern western world from the 14th century to the present. Emphasis is placed on the development of governmental, economic, and social systems. Students will be introduced to the forces that shaped the modern world such as the Renaissance and Reformation, the Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars, European Imperialism and Colonialism, and the World Wars. Students will also be exposed to the cultures of the Near East and Far East, as well as Africa and Latin America. Course Learning Objectives & Goals Students will: A. Be able to explain connections between the ideas of the Enlightenment and changes in the relationships between citizens and their governments. B. Be able to explain the social, political and economic effects of industrialization. C. Be able to analyze the reasons that countries gained control of territory through imperialism and the impact on people living in the territory that was controlled. D. Be able to connect developments of past events with modern world issues. E. Learn skills that will help prepare them for the 21st century. Course Resources Modern World History: Patterns of Interaction textbook, McDougal Littell, 2008 Films, including (but not limited to): The French Revolution, The History Channel 2005 Gandhi, 1982 Marie Antoinette, 2006 Course Fees None Course Supplies A notebook and folder or binder, school provided laptop, and a writing utensil are required daily. On occasion the textbook will be used and can be borrowed from class. Grading Scheme Grading System Letter Grade A B C D F I Percentage points 90% & above 80% – 89% 70% – 79% 60% – 69% 59% and below Incomplete; given only when a student is unable to complete a segment of the course because of circumstances beyond the student’s control. Grade points/credit 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.00 0.00 Rating Excellent Good Average Below average /Inferior Failure Grading Policy 300-400 points of credit will be offered for each nine week grading period. Homework- 15-20 points Quizzes- 5-15 points Tests- 35-50 points Essays- 40-60 points Projects 40-100 points Classroom Policies 1) The school’s rules apply in my classroom. You are responsible for learning, and following, the rules in your Student Handbook. Please know the dress code policy. 2) You are to show respect to everyone. The following are examples of respectful behavior: -When someone is speaking, please wait until that person is finished to raise your hand. I will then call on you to speak -I encourage debate, but use respectful language and voice to get your point across 3) You are to be PRO -Prepared, Responsible, and Organized by the start of class. This means that you will be seated at your desk by the bell, attentive, with a pen or pencil, paper, and fully charged laptop. Plan locker and restroom stops ahead. Needing to go to your locker or restroom at the start of class will be counted as a tardy. 4 tardies results in a detention. 4) You may bring water to drink in class. You may use the coffee maker if you are PRO by the start of class. 5) Your phones and iPod-type devices are to be silent and put away unless I have told you to have them out. I will tell you when you can listen to music during independent work time (with headphones) and internet access for research. You are expected to use your laptop for class purposes only. You know the policy, follow it. You will be expected to… 1) turn in assignments on time with your signature. Homework is due at the beginning of class, completed to the best of your ability. Late work, even if turned in during the same class period, will be given half credit. At my discretion, I may give more or less credit based on the quality of the work. 2) do your own, best work every day. Plagiarism/copied work will be counted as a zero. 3) get work from me after an absence. If you miss a class, assume you missed an assignment. 5) work well with others. Expect to do your fair share in group work. 6) enter this classroom with an open mind. Be curious and discover our world Course Schedule In addition to the textbook pages listed, students will utilize a wide variety of internet resources SCHEDULE Modern World History Readings Topics 2nd Nine Weeks First Semester 1st Nine Weeks Modern World Issues MWH #24-29 European Renaissance and Reformation MWH #5 Chapter 1 pgs, 34-69 Absolute Monarchs in Europe MWH #5 Chapter 5 pgs. 152-185 Enlightenment and Revolution MWH #5-8 Chapter 6 pgs. 186-213 The French Revolution and Napoleon MWH #5-8 Chapter 7 Pgs. 214-243 Nationalism (w/ emphasis on present-day case studies) MWH #9, 19-22, 25 Chapter 8 Pgs. 244-263 Industrial Revolution MWH #9-10 Chapter 9 pgs. 280-309 4th Nine Weeks 3rd Nine Weeks SCHEDULE Second Semester Various Sources Modern World History Readings Unit European Imperialism MWH #9-12 Chapter 11.1-11.3, 11.5 Pgs. 336-356, 362-367 Gandhi/British Imperialism in India MWH #9-12 Chapter 11.4/14.4/18.1 Pgs. 357-361, 453-455, 563-569 World War I MWH #13-15 Chapter 13 Pgs. 404-429 Russian Revolution/Communism MWH #15 Chapter 14.1/14.2 Pgs. 433-447 Inter-War Period MWH #15-16 Chapter 15 Pgs. 460-487 World War II/Holocaust/Cold War MWH #16-19 Chapter 16 Pgs. 488-519 Modern World Issues Revisited MWH #20-29 Chapter 17-20 (various sources)