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World History Syllabus 1 & 2 Mrs. Westberg

Stadium High School/2013-14

[email protected]

Room 427

(253) 571-3067

Welcome to World History! Course Syllabus - World History 1 The modern history of world regions will be studied in the context of history, geography, economics, government and social studies skill development. Students will complete the state-required CBA (classroom based assessment) research and writing project in World History 2 (second semester). This is a yearlong course. Text Book: WORLD HISTORY: THE MODERN ERA Elizabeth Gaynor Ellis, Anthony Esler (Prentice Hall/Pearson, 2009), PH media library

*Review Unit: Early Civilizations, Ancient Empires, Regional Civilizations *Unit One: Early Modern Times (1300-1800) Chapter 1 The Renaissance and Reformation (1300-1650) Chapter 2 The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe, Africa, and Asia (1415-1796) Chapter 3 The Beginnings of Our Global Age: Europe and the Americas (1492-1750) Chapter 4 The Age of Absolutism (1550-1800)

*Unit Two: Enlightenment and Revolution (1700-1800) Chapter 5 The Enlightenment and the American Revolution (1700-1800) Chapter 6 The French Revolution and Napoleon (1750-1815) Chapter 7 The Industrial Revolution Begins (1750-1850) Chapter 8 The Revolutions in Europe and Latin America (1790-1848)

Course Syllabus-World History 2 (second semester) The modern sequence of history continues with study of the 19th and 20th centuries.

*Unit Three: Industrialism and a New Global Age (1800-1914) *Chapter 9 Life in the Industrial Age (1800-1914) *Chapter 10 Nationalism Triumphs in Europe (1800-1914) *Chapter 11 Growth of Western Democracies (1815-1914) *Chapter 12 The New Imperialism (1800-1914) *Chapter 13 New Global Patterns (1800-1914)

*Unit Four: World Wars and Revolutions (1919-1955) *Chapter 14 World War I and the Russian Revolution (1914-1924) *Chapter 15 Nationalism and Revolution Around the World (1910-1939) *Chapter 16 The Rise of Totalitarianism (14919-1939) *Chapter 17 World War II and Its Aftermath (1931-1955) STATE MANDATED CBA: (Classroom Based Assessment) RESEARCH PROJECT 2nd Semester Supplementary Materials: Upfront Magazine, Scholastic periodical for high school social studies, district and other approved websites and video resources, supplements, selected video lessons (History Channel, PBS, and Scholastic Services)

Class Expectations The Stadium student handbook, district calendar, and classroom, school and district websites contain specific details on rules, regulations, processes and expectations. Please familiarize yourself with these policies, as they will significantly impact your overall success, grade and course credit. The following guidelines include requirements, expectations, and grading procedures which will assist you in succeeding and in meeting standards.

Your grade is based upon the following factors: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Quality of daily work and homework Quantity of daily work and homework Academic Assessments-formative and summative Class participation and engagement, preparation Attendance and tardiness Conduct, cooperation, effort.

Students will be expected:           

To attend all class sessions ON TIME Adhere to Stadium’s 10 10 policy To take notes during lectures, discussions, videos, guest presentation, etc. . . . To speak and to listen respectfully To refrain from disrespectful or distracting behavior while in class, such as holding a personal conversation, arriving late, putting on lotion, etc. No cell phone usage unless it is part of the daily lesson To come to class prepared and to turn in your assignments on time To take notes of required reading Participate in class discussions To think critically and analytically about the world To be an engaged and informed citizens

Cheating and Plagiarism To cheat is to engage in fraud or dishonesty, to steal. At law, cheating is the fraudulent acquisition of another’s property. In an academic setting, to cheat is to appropriate someone else’s intellectual work through deceit or fraud or duress. Acquiring someone else’s answers during an examination/test is an example of cheating. Plagiarism, from the Latin word for “kidnapping” is the act of acquiring someone else’s writing or ideas as one’s own. Both cheating and plagiarism are forms of intellectual theft and are inacceptable in an academic setting. It is very tempting to cut and paste from Wikipedia and other Internet resources. Please refrain from doing so! Anyone caught in the act of cheating or plagiarism will receive zero credit for the quiz, exam, or CBA/Research paper and it will affect your final grade. Incomplete or late work will not be accepted. An important lesson to learn in high school is that as you prepare for school/work outside of high school, you will need to have developed management and organizational skills to be successful. Work in my class is considered late if it is not handed into the teacher when asked. Work is considered incomplete if all the parts are not finished. I always give you plenty of time for do the work and plenty of time for questions during class or before/after school and lunch. Grading Requirements and Percentages: Your grade is based on class performance and scores on daily work, homework, and assessments. Percentages or points will be assigned to each assignment. “Class participation” includes attendance, tardiness, behavior and cooperation, preparation, engagement and effort. Students and parents have regular access to updated grades and current assignments in class and/or on the school websites.

Grading Scale: A 93 – 100 A- 90-92% B+ 87-89% B 83-86% B- 80-82% C+ 77-79% C 73-76% C- 70-72% D+ 67-69% D 63-66% E Below 63%

I am looking forward to a great year and glad you all are here. Thank you for your cooperation in creating and maintain a positive and productive learning environment.

Stadium High School

World History 1 & 2

Mrs. Westberg

Dear Parents and Guardians: These guidelines are being provided to inform you of basic expectations for World History 1 & 2 a required course for graduation. Specific course requirements are included here and more detailed information is available in the Stadium Student Handbook and via school and district websites and publications. My classroom website (SWIFT) provides course information. Your support is greatly appreciated, especially by encouraging daily attendance, participation, and consistent homework and study habits. The district’s new technology includes changes in attendance reporting, the posting of grades, communications systems, etc. Thank you for your patience as we all adapt to these new programs and procedures. I can be contacted at Stadium (253-571-3067, [email protected] or via the district website) if you have any questions or concerns about your student’s progress. Voice mails and emails we be answered in a timely manner. Please sign and return this page; the rest if for your information and future reference. Many thanks again for your support of your student’s education experience.

GO TIGERS! Sincerely,

Susan D. Westberg Social Studies Instructor World History, Psychology PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE_____________________________________________DATE______________________ CONTACT INFORMATION: STUDENT SIGNATURE:_____________________________________DATE______________________ STUDENT NAME PRINTED:__________________________________PERIOD____________________