Download World History Fall 2016-17 SYL PLC_Hedrick

World History Syllabus
2016-17
Mrs. Blaine, Mrs. Hedrick & Mr. Mitchell
Office Hours: Tue & Thu 3:30pm-4:00pm in FC 203 & (**other times are available by appointment)
Emails depend on teacher: –[email protected], [email protected], or
[email protected], (fastest contact)
Description:
World History is a survey of people of both western and non-western civilizations. The high school World
History course provides students with a comprehensive, intensive study of major events and themes in
world history. Students will begin with a study of the earliest civilizations worldwide and continue to
examine major developments and themes in all regions of the world. Concepts and skills in problem solving
and critical thinking are developed in accordance with the Georgia Performance Standards. These may be
found at the Georgia Department of Education website www.doe.k12.ga.us .
You will also find a copy of the World History Georgia Performance Standards attached to this syllabus.
Please review these with you parent or guardian. You are responsible for the mastery of these
standards.
Course Outline and Grading Scale:
Formative Assignments
Unit 1:
Unit 2:
Unit 3:
Unit 4:
Unit 5:
Unit 6:
Unit 7:
Unit 8:
Ancient World: Civilizations and Religions
Expanding Zones of Exchange and Encounter
Global Interactions
The First Global Age
Age of Revolutions
Crisis and Achievement WW1
Crisis and Achievement World War II
20th Century since 1945
4%
3%
3%
3%
3%
3%
3%
3%
Summative Assignments
6%
6%
6%
6%
6%
6%
6%
5%
Fall 2016: Mid Term
5%
Final Assessment (*S.L.O. Possible)
15%
DBQ Essay (2 Fall Semester)
8%
Reassessment Policy: Fall 2016 & Spring 2017
All students will be allowed to reassess on any of the summative assessments for the course prior to: FALL
DATES 10/6 (1st 9 weeks) & 11/17 (2nd 9 weeks) 2016 provided certain criteria are met. SPRING DATES
(3/9/17 & 4/27/17)-ONLY FOR THE SECOND SEMESTER!!!
Grades: Updated in Synergy.
Textbook: World History: Patterns of Interaction ($65.00)
Required Daily: (*Subject to change depending on teacher)
*Textbook, 3-ring binder with dividers, Pencil, Pen, Paper
BYOD: We will be participating in McEachern’s Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). Students are encouraged
to bring their own technology devices to school to assist their learning experiences in the classroom.
Students will be given certain periods throughout class time to use their device. This is not required for
every student. If you decide you want to participate in BYOD, parents and students MUST complete and
sign the permission form THAT WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER THE CLASS BEGINS!
Classroom Expectations:
All classroom rules are based on common courtesy and responsible behavior. The policies of the
school as outlined in the student handbook will be strictly enforced. In addition to said policies,
the following will be expected in this class.
1. Be prompt! This applies to being in class and seated when the bell rings as well as
being on time with assignments. I follow the McEachern High School tardy policy!
2. Be prepared! Have textbook, notebook, paper, pen, etc. with you every day. Time will
not be provided to study for tests or to complete homework so be prepared.
3. Be polite! Common courtesy is expected at all times. We are all in this together!
4. Be respectful! This applies to respectful behavior towards teachers, staff and fellow
students. Please be respectful of each other’s property, space and feelings in behavior
as well as speech.
STUDENTS: PLEASE KEEP THIS IN YOUR Notebook/Folder/Binder.
Cell phone use in the classroom is for academic purposes ONLY. Appropriate times for
the use of electronic devices will be discussed. IF YOUR ELECTRONIC DEVICE IS BEING
USED AT AN INAPPROPRIATE TIME, MCEACHERN POLICY WILL BE ENFORCED. If I see
said devices anywhere on your person during exams, I will assume you are cheating and
you will automatically be given a grade of zero.
Signature Page
Please sign this form, have your parent/legal guardian sign it, and turn it in to your
teacher.
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Student Name (print)
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Parent Signature
Block/Period
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Student Signature
* Your signature denotes that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by the
classroom guidelines/rules and expectations as listed above. If you have any questions or
comments, please do not hesitate to contact me.
* Please read the student handbook and be aware of the dress code, ID requirement, cell
phone, tardy and absentee/make-up policies, etc.
*** Please sign and return to your teacher ***