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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
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World Religions, Middle Ages and the Crusades
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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
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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
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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:
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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:
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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
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A = 90-100
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B = 80-89
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C = 70-79
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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
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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
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Bring all materials to class daily
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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
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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.
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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