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WORLD HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY 9 THE WHEATLEY SCHOOL 2014-2015 Instructor: Mr. Ardito E-Mail: [email protected] Telephone: 516-333-7168 (social studies office) Text: Farah, Mounir A. and Andrea Berens Karls. World History: The Human Experience. New York: McGraw-Hill/Glencoe Syllabus Overview: World History & Geography is a two-year course, which will culminate with the New York State Regents examination in June 2016. The course will follow world history from prehistory to the 18th century CE. Throughout the course, we will be focusing on topics included in the social sciences including: history, geography, economics, archeology, anthropology, art, architecture, sociology, law, political science, philosophy, and literature. Course Objectives: Students will: o Develop a broad knowledge and appreciation of the historical development of human civilization from prehistory through the 18th century o Learn through a variety of educational methods (source analysis, Socratic questioning, mutli-media presentations, group work, role-play activities, research projects, student specialist presentations) to broaden their knowledge of history o Appreciate the importance of primary and secondary source analysis and employ their skills to play the role of authentic social scientists. o Synthesize their knowledge of intellectual history and humanities with historic themes to develop a rich and mature understanding of human history throughout the world o Be well prepared to succeed on their Global History & Geography Regents exam at the end of the 2015-2016 school year Materials: o o o Homework: o 3 Subject Spiral Notebook (for entire year) Social Studies Specific Folder or Binder (to hold readings and other handouts) Pen and Pencil Homework, in it’s various forms, will be assigned weekly and given a grade of 1-4 (4 being highest). All assignments will also be clearly displayed on the board (or screen) prior to their due date. All written work should be presented neatly and thoroughly proofread. *All written work should have the following heading in the upper left-hand corner of the page: Name: World History and Geography 9 Date: Assignment: (i.e. page number & question numbers) continued… o Homework that is handed in late will not be given full credit. Students are required to complete all reading assignments and questions prior to their due date. This course is filled with rich content that will be discussed on a regular basis. Students’ classwork and quiz grades will be based on homework assignments. Students are expected to contribute positively to classroom discussion and debate. o Absences—Students are responsible for finding out what they have missed during an absence by consulting with their homework assignment sheet or contacting a classmate. For absences extending past two days, please contact me by email or telephone for your assignments. All missed tests and quizzes will be made up on the day of the student’s return. Extra Help: o o I will always be available to any student before, during and after school hours for group or individual tutoring. Students who need assistance can simply schedule an appointment. Extra help and/or review will be provided before all major (or unit) examinations. This is a great way for students to self-assess their knowledge and study skills before an examination. DO NOT HESITATE TO SEEK HELP! Grading Criteria: o o o Unit tests, homework quizzes, projects and essays: Homework: Participation and classwork -Notebook check (neatness and completeness): = 75% 10% 15% 100% Class Rules and Discipline: o o o Students will make themselves aware of school-wide discipline code in the Wheatley High School Student Handbook. The key to success is to be: on time, show respect and consideration to fellow students and teachers at all times, and be attentive! To ensure a positive and academic learning environment, we must follow these simple rules—I will treat you with respect and I expect the same in return. Failure to do so will result in 1) a conference with me, 2) parental contact, 3) and a potential detention session. Summary: I am looking forward to working with all of my students. We will have an exciting and successful year as we enthusiastically pursue our interests, strive to reach our goals, and develop a rich knowledge and understanding of our world! Remember--You are a key player in making this class a success. If you have any concerns, problems or suggestions, please feel free to share them with me. Best wishes for the year ahead! Mr. Ardito WORLD HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY 9 The following topics and themes will be covered throughout this course. All topics are consistent with current New York State Regents and Common Core Standards. The First Civilizations, 10,000 B.C.E. to 600 B.C.E. Political Powers and Achievements: Development of Civilizations: Early Man Paleolithic Era Neolithic Revolution River Valley Civilizations Classical Societies, 600 B.C.E. t0 600 C.E. Belief Systems: Rise and Impact: Hinduism Buddhism Judaism Christianity Islam Confucianism Daoism Classical Civilizations: Expansion, Achievement, Decline: Greece Persia Gupta Han Maurya Maya Qin Rome Byzantine An Age of Expanding Connections: 600-1450 Rise of Trans-Regional Trade Networks: Silk Road Indian Ocean Complex Mediterranean Sea Complex Trans-Saharan Network New Technology Zheng He Ibn Battuta Marco Polo Ghana/Mali Medieval Europe Feudalism Mongol Tang and Song Dynasties Islamic Caliphates Feudal Japan Social and Cultural Growth: Sunni-Shia Schism Catholic-Orthodox Schism Crusades Delphi Sultanate Black Death Global Interactions, ca. 1400-1750 Eastern Hemisphere: Ottoman Empire Ming Dynasty Suleiman the Magnificent Africa and the Americas: Songhai and East African States Aztec Inca The Encounter: Columbian Exchange Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade Transformation of Western Europe and Russia: The Renaissance The Protestant Reformation Louis IV Peter the Great Scientific Revolution English Civil War Enlightenment