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Contemporary World History Syllabus Course Name: Contemporary World History Teacher Name: Dwain Hinskey Teacher Contact Information: Parents, please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about your student. My room number is 17. I can be reached online at [email protected] or at the district's website - www.bensonsd.k12.az.us. My classroom number is 720-6856. If you call during regular school hours, please leave a message. I will return your call as soon as possible. Textbook used: World History by Glencoe/McGraw Hill, 2008 Chapters covered: Chapter 4 – Ancient Greece 1900-133 B.C., Chapter 5 – Rome and the Rise of Christianity 600 B.C-A.D. 500,, World Religions - Ancient to Modern Religions, Chapter 10 – Europe and the Middle Ages 1000-1500, Chapter 12 – Renaissance and Reformation 1350-1600, Chapter 13 – The Age of Exploration 1500-1800, Chapter 14 – Crisis and Absolutism 1550-1715, Chapter 17 – Revolution and Enlightenment 1550-1800, Chapter 18 – The French Revolution and Napoleon 1789-1815, Chapter 19 – Industrialization and Nationalism 18001870, Chapter 20 – Mass Society and Democracy 1870-1914, Chapter 21 – The Height of Imperialism 1800-1914, Chapter 23 – War and Revolution 1914-1919, Chapter 24 – The West Between the Wars 1919-1939, Chapter 25 – Nationalism Around the World 1919-1939, Chapter 26 – World War II 1039-1945, Chapter 27 – Cold War and Postwar Changes 1945-1970, Chapter 28 – The Contemporary Western World 1970-Present Course Materials: Students will need to bring with them on a daily basis all materials that are given to them that are three-hole punched. Pencil, notebook paper, and a ruler are needed. Students should never throw away any completed material unless instructed to do so by the teacher. Course Objectives and Competencies: 1. Students are expected to read all assigned material and take notes for their use. 2. Students are expected to complete all vocabulary words and guided reading assignments. 3. Students are expected to take notes on every video or power point presentation. 4. Students are expected to develop a connection between historical events and modern-day implications on our lives. 1 5. Students will be expected to keep and orderly notebook, so that quiz and tests can be taken with student’s notes, 6. Students are expected to interact with material in history not only to understand the importance of past events and people, but also to see how markedly the past impacts our present day functioning. Course Description: Contemporary World History begins with a review of formative civilizations and then moves into examination of events and people of more recent history who have made an impact on their time and still influence modern life today, Contemporary World History learns from the past to learn both how to make positive accomplishments and how to avoid past mistakes. Grading System: (Taken From Handbook-FYI) Level I Percent Grade Level II Percent Grade 100-97 A+ 100-94 A+ 96-93 A 93-87 A 92-90 A86-80 A89-87 B+ 79-77 B+ 86-83 B 76-73 B 82-80 B72-70 B79-77 C+ 69-68 C+ 76-73 C 67 C 72-70 C66-65 C69-67 D+ 64-63 D+ 66-63 D 62 D 62-60 D61-60 D59-0 F 59-0 F All subjects will receive a letter grade. LEVEL I: All courses not listed as level II LEVEL II: Advanced English 2, 3, 4, Advanced Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus I & II, Chemistry, Physics, Spanish 3 & 4, Advanced US/AZ History, Advanced US/AZ Government, Accounting I & II, Advanced Intermediate / College Algebra, Advanced Studies in Humanities, Advanced Contemporary World History. The following percentages will be used to determine your grade: 10% Classroom participation, 50% - Quizzes and tests, 35% - Guided readings and vocabulary, 15% - Final Exam Late Work Policy: A. MAKEUP WORK It is the student’s responsibility to initiate scheduling for make-up work. Excused absences - Students will be allowed the number of days absent plus one day to make up the assignments. Work that was assigned prior to an absence will be due upon return to class. In most cases, if the absence is related to a school function where the student will miss more than a day of 2 school, the work is to be turned in before leaving for the school activity. Alternative assignments may be implemented for make-up for work. Unexcused absences - Students are accountable for all work missed. However, credit may not be granted. A grade of F or 0 points may be recorded for each incomplete assignment or test. B. HOMEWORK POLICY Homework is a part of the final semester grade. The teacher syllabus will contain homework requirements. Make-Up Work: Only excused absences and administrative determinations will constitute valid reasons for any one student to be given credit for makeup work. During Breaks: No homework is assigned during the break with the exception of honors classes. Honors classes follow a more rigorous curriculum; therefore, students in these courses may have assignments given over break. * ITEMS NOT TURNED IN AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS ON THE DAY THEY ARE DUE ARE LATE.* I ACCEPT LATE WORK FOR ONE (1) DAY AFTER IT'S DUE FOR 50% CREDIT. I understand that you have more than one class to prepare for, but each class, including this class, necessitates that work be completed to achieve success. * ATHLETES AND STUDENTS WHO GO ON FIELD TRIPS OR CLUB ACTIVITIES which cause them to be absent from class must get assigned work before they leave. Assignments are posted in the classroom and necessary instructions to submit the work will be provided. Therefore, the assignment is due the day you return. Classroom Management Plan: (Taken From Handbook-FYI) DISCIPLINE POINT SYSTEM In addition to our standard Student Code of Conduct, we utilize a point system to identify and address students who are continually disruptive to the educational process of the school or fail to appropriately respond to behavioral guidelines. A point value is assigned to each infraction according to the classification of the offense. Level I Infraction – 5 points Level II Infraction – 15 points Level III Infraction – 50 points When a student attains 50 points the following will occur: Loss of “Free Lunch” Privilege – Student is required to report to detention or assigned area each day for the entire lunch period until they have completed community service requirements to reduce their point total below 50. In addition the student will lose all privileges to participate in school activities until they have completed community service requirements to 3 reduce their point total below 50, including but not limited to field trips, assemblies, clubs, dances, graduation and all other school activities. When a student attains 100 points the following will occur: 3 Day consequence. Any subsequent occurrence (when a student surpasses the original 100 points) 5 Day consequence. When a student attains 150 points the following will occur: 10 Days OSS. Recommendation to the Board of Education for Long-Term Suspension / Expulsion or be subject to the terms of a Student Behavior Contract. A student may reduce their attained point total by performing approved community service activities, detention, after school tutoring, fall & spring intersessions. One (1) hour of community service or detention will be equal to 5 points. 15 points will be awarded for three days of tutoring. 75 points will be awarded for intersession. Students must complete a Community Service Request with approval from the administration prior to completing the service. A maximum of 100 Community Service points may be utilized during a single school year for the purpose of minimizing disciplinary consequences. This procedure will not preclude the administration from suspending a student for severe and/or continuous infractions CHEATING/PLAGIARISM: Cheating Minimum Maximum Teacher intervention/ Conference/ Loss of grade/ Community Service/work detail/ Detention/I.H.S Loss of credit/ Removal from class/OSS 3 STRIKE POLICY W/ DOCUMENTATION Movie/Film/YouTube/Internet Streaming Movies Policy: I show History Channel, PBS, and selected, historical videos from YouTube. Some historical videos record the atrocities and horrible treatment that people have enacted upon others. If ever a video is objectionable to a student to view, they may put their head down or ask to be excused from the room. Other Classroom Policies: 1. Please be sure that your classroom behavior promotes a positive classroom setting. We will follow the procedures and guidelines given in the Student Handbook. Students are expected to show respect and courtesy to one another and to the teacher. When instruction involves discussion or questioning, please raise your hand and wait to be recognized by the teacher before talking. 4 2. Displaying inappropriate classroom behavior will result in the following consequences: 1) a private discussion/ warning with the teacher; 2) logging points; 3) parent contact and possible conference; 4) disciplinary referral. 3. No one is allowed to leave the room without signing the student log. No one will be allowed to use the restroom during the first 20 minutes of class. Please plan your time between classes for necessary restroom usage. One student will be at the restroom at a time. 4. In order to promote a positive classroom setting, please keep the following behaviors. * Head coverings, sunglasses, and food items are not allowed. * I suggest you bring a bottle of water (the only liquid allowed) with you to class. * Backpacks are to be placed in the back of the room in the “Back Pack Parking” area. 5. PLEASE BE ON TIME TO CLASS! If you are not in the class room when the final bell rings, you are tardy! If a teacher retains you after class so that you will be late, then obtain a pass from that teacher or have the teacher email me to excuse your tardiness. Please sign below indicating that you have read and understand the expectations, content and policies for Contemporary World History, Dwain Hinskey, teacher. __________________________________________________________ Student Signature Date __________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date 5