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Hobson Public School
WORLD HISTORY
SYLLABUS: 2016-2017
MRS. FIEDLER
Email: [email protected]
Textbook:
Prentice Hall, “World History: Connections to Today”
Aims of the Course:
This class is the study of World History. It covers history from the first people all the way up to
present day happenings. This course will introduce students to some of the major events, themes,
developments and individuals that made their mark on World History. This course will combine
both lecture and discussions. The discussions will be centered on historical topics during the time
period we are studying. Lectures will be coordinated with the textbook.
Course Objectives:
Upon the successful completion of this course, you will have demonstrated the ability to:
1. Students will be able to take effective notes that will prepare them for the requirements of this
class such as quizzes and tests, but will also prepare them for their future education.
2. Students will take random pop-quizzes at the discretion of the teacher which will keep
students learning and interested during the class.
3. Students will take Chapter Tests that will evaluate and asses what they have learned.
Assignments:
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Notebooks at the end of each quarter.
Pop Quizzes
Response Papers
Tests (Chapter & Semester)
Other Assigned Homework/Projects
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Grading Scale:
The following grading scale will be used in this course for all assignments, participation and the final
grade:
A
100-94
A93-90
B+
89-87
B
86-84
B83-80
C+
79-77
C
76-74
C73-70
D+
69-67
D
66-64
D63-60
F
64 & Below
Rules of the Road:
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Classroom Expectations
o Be Punctual
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You are tardy if your whole body is not in your seat when the bell rings.
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Active attendance and participation is required. There is a clear correlation
between poor attendance/participation and grades. It is expected that you attend
each class session and demonstrate engagement with the course material.
Academic debate and discussion is invaluable and we all learn from each other’s
perspectives. While I encourage vigorous scholarly debate, there is no tolerance
for personal attacks or inappropriate remarks.
o Be Polite
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There will be no assigned seats unless your behavior warrants one.
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Talking – please do your personal visiting outside of class. You only have 52
minutes a day to learn the information needed to succeed in class this year. Your
personal talking not only keeps you from learning, but you sabotage your peers’
learning too.
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o Be Prepared
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No hall pass for the water fountain, lockers, restrooms, or phone. Get it or do it
before you arrive. You can have a bottle of water in class with you. Bring all
needed books and supplies to class daily. Should you need anything from your
locker, including water bottles, after the bell rings, you will be marked tardy.
Exceptions will be made for emergencies only.
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No electronics. Before class begins, all cell phones, I-phones or any other
electronic devices that ding, bing or buzz must be turned off and securely stored
in your backpack. To be truly engaged in the course, one must be present and this
includes your body and mind! Failure to comply with this policy will impact
your grade.
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Assignments are to be finished before class begins. Cooperation is expected
when given time in class to work on assignments, projects, or activities. Unless
there is an emergency or legitimate excuse, late homework will be docked a
percentage every day, but will be a zero in the gradebook on the third day.
Please plan in advance and pay careful attention to due dates. This allows me to
grade in a timely manner.
 Late work percentages:
o Friday: 10%
o Monday: 20%
o Tuesday: 30%
o Wednesday: 0
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**Make-up work is given one day per missed day to make up homework.
Therefore, if you were absent one day then you have one day to make that work
up. If you missed two days, you get two days until I require missing work from
you. If I do not get it from you, it goes in the gradebook as an incomplete and
will later turn into a 0.
o Do not plagiarize or cheat. Plagiarism: to take or pass off as one's own. There is a zero
tolerance policy for plagiarism and cheating. Plagiarism or cheating can result in an “F”
for the assignment.
o I like having fun and will plan for fun things. As long as we do what needs to be
done first, we can have fun at the same time. If you have problems or questions, please
ask me. I am here to guide you on an exciting adventure throughout the history of the
world, and help you succeed to the best of your ability, in class and in life, but the main
responsibility is yours. You need to keep up on assignments and complete them on
time. This year is going to be grreeaattt!! 
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Problems:
o Disagreements
Being human, I may make mistakes or have different opinions than you. I do not
mind if you disagree, but you may not do so disrespectfully in class. Should you
have a dispute, you may come to me individually to speak with me in a
respectful manner during break, lunch, or after school. DO NOT make a scene in
class, or you will be asked to leave and you will receive a 0 for the day.
o Having a Bad Day
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We all have bad days sometimes. Be respectful of others and others will respect
you. If you are having a bad day or other personal problems, please let me know
before class begins. I do not need to know details, but please come talk to me. If
you do not let me know, I may think you are being disrespectful and you may
find yourself in trouble. Although, a bad day is no excuse for bad or
disrespectful behavior towards fellow students and teachers.
Course Outline:
A. 1st Civilizations
B. Ancient Greece and Rome
C. Civilization of the Americas
D. Rise of Europe
E. High Middle Ages
F. Renaissance & Reformation
G. Enlightenment & American Revolution
H. Industrial Revolution
I. WWI & Aftermath
J. Revolution in Russia
K. WWII
L. World Since 1945
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