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World Civilizations Since 1500 Syllabus Teacher: Mr. Greg Hammond MS. Veronica Sengkhamyong Casey County High School Phone: (606).787.6151, ext. 222 Email: [email protected] [email protected] Class Overview: World History • World Religions, Middle Ages and the Crusades • Renaissance and Reformation o The World Around 1500 Exploration and Expansion Enlightenment and Absolutism Revolutions Industrial Revolution, Capitalism, and Socialism Nationalism, Militarism, and Imperialism World War I, Russian Revolution, Aftermath of War, and World War II and Recovery Cold War Era and the Foundation of New Nations Modern History and the 20th Century o The World Around 2000 • • • • • • • • Course Description and Philosophy The World Civilization course focuses on the major turning points in shaping the modern world, from the late 14th century to the present. You will be viewing and interpreting periods in world history from various perspectives, including historical, geographic, political, economic, and cultural. Together these perspectives can help you to understand how the past has led to our present and to appreciate your role in shaping our future. Materials in this course will be, but are not limited to: Required Text o o o o o Jackson J. Spielvogel. World History: Modern Times. New York, New York: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill 2007 Classroom discussions Power Point presentation Educational software Additional readings and topic related materials as provided by the teacher Materials Students are required to keep a three-ring, hard bound, binder for the class. Students are asked to purchase a pack of pencils that they will leave in class as a cache system. The binder will be organized as instructed by daily work, notes, assessments, and open responses for each Unit (10) that we study. Binders will periodically be checked for content and organization and a grade will be given. In addition, students are expected to bring their textbook and other necessary materials to class daily. Students without the proper materials daily will receive a deduction in their daily adaptability grade. Methodology The focus of my classroom will be on student involvement. Students will be expected to actively contribute to the education process. Each student is given equal opportunity to achieve and be successful inside my classroom. Students will gain an appreciation of the importance of history and the development of the world they have come to know. This class will focus and assess knowledge of the core standards addressed by the Kentucky Education Department for Social Studies. Upon completion of my course, students in my classroom will have developed the following: • • • • An in-depth knowledge of geographic, historical, economic and governmental skills Practical communication skills through writing, discussion, presentation, and listening Reading comprehension and retention through strategic reading assignments and primary sources Skills required to be an informed, respectful, and active citizen in our world Grading Students will be evaluated based on the following criteria: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Chapter exams and quizzes (100 points each) Unit exams (200 points each) Final exam each semester (400 points each) Notebook (binder) check each 6 week term (200 points) Work sheets/Work packets (typically 20-40 points) depending upon assignment Open Response writing exercises bi-weekly (25 points per response) CATS Bonus Points. Sophomores can earn 60 bonus points for CATS test participation, and can apply those points to any of their classes. I will accept up to 20 points. 8. Projects (50-100 points) depending upon project type 9. Adaptability (50 points) per week. This grade is given based on the student's ability to adapt to the classroom environment. Adaptability consist of but not limited to the following: • Following classroom expectations and procedures • Participation in the learning process • Coming to class prepared. This includes all assignments and class materials needed to be an active student participant • Coming to class daily and on-time No bonus or extra credit projects will be offered in this class. The grade you earn will be based on the above criteria. However, the adaptability grade can be considered a form of bonus as they are awarded based on student's ability to conform to classroom standards. Grading Scale • A = 90-100 • B = 80-89 • C = 70-79 • • D = 60-69 F = 59 and below Expectations This class follows the rules and regulations stated in the Student Code of Conduct • Be respectful o Turn off your cell phones o No hats in class, put them in your locker before you come to class o All personal items are placed under your desk • Be on time o Attendance and tardiness is part of the student's daily grade • Be prepared o Bring all materials to class daily o It is your responsibility to take a leading role in your education • Be involved o Student involvement is a requirement and is part of the student's daily grade Late Work/ Absences • • • • • Assignments are due at the beginning of the hour. Late work will be accepted only at teacher discretion. Make-up work due to excused absences will be consistent with school policy. Arrange for assignments ahead of time for pre-planned absences. Make-up quizzes and tests will be allowed and consistent with school policy. Other Five (5) restroom break passes per student will be allowed during each six week period. Each unused pass will be worth 2 bonus points each on the last test. Each student is required to have their own agenda book to leave class. For any questions or concerns please contact me