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World History I Mr. Clairmont World History Syllabus Goals of the Course: This course will: 1. Examine, investigate, and explain the major events, individuals, movements, forces, and ideas that have contributed to the world in which we live. 2. Provide a historical framework within which to organize this information. 3. Improve reading, vocabulary, note taking, critical and analytical thinking skills. Classroom Rules: 1. Be on time. When the bell rings you should be inside the classroom. 2. Be prepared. Always have your notebook, pen, pencil, paper, and binder. 3. Participate. Express your thoughts and opinions and ask questions. 4. Be respectful. Listen to others, speak when it is appropriate and treat yourself and those around you with respect. 5. Challenge yourself 6. Absolutely no food or drinks are allowed in the classroom. Course Information: 1. Binder / Folder: You will be required to keep a hard backed, three ring binder or two pocket folder for organizing class material you receive. Requirements a. By unit b. Study questions c. Class notes d. Maps e. Handouts/Articles f. Writing Assignments g. Returned assignments h. Projects 2. Grading: All class work, assignments, and tests will be based on a system of points. Your grade will come from homework, class participation, binder/folder and other class activities (reading, essays, questions and projects). The following grading scale will be used: 93-100 = A 89-88 = B+ 82-80 = B92-90 = A- 87-83 = B 79-78= C+ Below 60% = E 77-73 = C 72-70 = C- 69-68 = D+ 67-63= D 62-60 = D- 3. Attendance – If you are absent, you are responsible for all work you miss. You will be given one day for each day you are absent to make up the work. Any missed tests must be completed within ten days of your return to school. Prolonged absences will be handled on an individual basis. 4. Tardy Policy – I will follow the tardy policy outlined in your student handbook. 5. Course Outline: This semester will deal with the major events, individuals, movements, forces, and ideas that have shaped the ancient world. Unit 1: Beginnings of Civilization a. b. c. d. e. Chapter 1: The peopling of the world Chapter 2: Early River Valley Civilizations Chapter 4- First age of Empires Chapter 5: Classical Greece Chapter 6: Ancient Rome and Early Christianity Unit 2: New Directions in Government and Society a. b. c. d. e. Chapter 10: Muslim World Chapter 11: Byzantines, Russians, and Turks Interact Chapter 12: Empires in East Asia Chapter 13: European Middle Ages Chapter 14: The Formation of Western Europe Unit 3: An age of Exchange and Encounter a. Chapter 17: European Renaissance and Reformation b. Chapter 19: An Age of Exploration and Isolation c. Chapter 20: The Atlantic World ___________________ Student Signature ___________________ Parent / Guardian Signature