World History Syllabus
Mr. Perrin
Sutton High School Mission Statement
At Sutton High School, we are committed to providing a foundation on which all students have the opportunity to pursue academic excellence and personal development in a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment.
Social Studies Department Learning Expectations
1. The SHS student demonstrates cultural awareness
The culturally aware individual possesses an appreciation for the global community, builds respect for others regardless of race, ethnic origin or gender, and maintains sensitivity to diversity
2. The SHS student works cooperatively
An individual who works cooperatively collaborates, participates equally in his or her group, and seeks to build consensus, and shares knowledge and resources to create an acceptable product and/or understanding.
3. The SHS student works independently
The independent learner is self-reliant, confident and motivated as he or she creates an acceptable product and/or understanding
Course Description (from the Program of Studies)
This survey course covers from c.
1700 A.D. to the present day, including contributions of the many cultures and
civilizations that have shaped the modern world. World history plays a major role in the understanding of our
contemporary world. Through the
learning of social, political, technological, and economic contributions of
different civilizations, students are expected to have a greater appreciation
of these different cultures and peoples.
4. The Enlightenment/American Revolution (1715-1800)
5. The French Revolution (1789-1815)
6. The Industrial Revolution/Life in the Industrial Age (1750-1910)
7. The Age of Ideologies in Europe and Latin America (1790-1848)
8. Nationalism in Europe (1800-1914)
9. European Imperialism of Africa and Asia and its impact (1800-1914)
10. World War I and its aftermath (1914-1919)
11. The Russian Revolution (1917-1939)
12. The Interwar Years (1919-1939)
13. World War II and its aftermath (1939-1949)
14. The Cold War (1945-1990)
15. The World to the Present Day
(1945-2006)
Objectives
During the school year students will:
Analyze information
Develop criteria for making judgments
Distinguish fact from opinion
Draw inferences
Draw conclusions
Observe for detail
Organize and Express ideas in written form
Perceive cause - effect relationships
Sequence historical data and information
Make generalizations
Synthesize information
Translate information from one medium to another
Use problem solving skills
Textbook
The course text is World History (Connections to Today), The Modern Era. It must be brought to class everyday, unless instructed otherwise. The text must be covered. Failing to have a covered textbook will result in a failed homework grade for the day. In addition, students will be assigned a teacher detention for the following day.
Additional texts, secondary and primary source documents, will also be assigned during the school year.
Students are expected to take their own notes on any readings assigned, either from the textbooks or ancillary materials. Classroom notes and discussion will focus on significant events in the readings but students are responsible for vocabulary and other materials from text directly relating to class.
Notebook/Folder/Binder
Students are expected to keep a notebook and folder or three-ring binder throughout the year. Their notebooks/folders should contain their notes, handouts, returned assignments (homework, class work, exams, quizzes, essays, projects) and other relevant material. Notebook checks will be performed from time to time at the discretion of the teacher. No advance notice to students is required, but may be made by the teacher.
Homework
Students will be assigned homework 2-4 times per week. Homework will be checked for completion. In some cases a student will be asked to redo a homework assignment. A redone homework assignment is worth half credit the following day, zero credit any day after that.
Failure to complete homework will result in a “0” or failing homework grade. Such grades may not be repaired except in special circumstances (an excused absence).
Homework is a large part of your grade. Failure to do homework will result in a significant drop in your grade, despite your scores on tests, quizzes, and projects.
Quizzes
Normally, once per week throughout the school year, students will take quizzes on that week’s reading, written, and discussed materials. Pop quizzes on assigned readings and other activities will be given at the teacher’s discretion, with no notice.
Exams
Students will take exams at the completion of each Unit, and sometimes at the end of an important chapter of the text. All exams will be planned in advance, with notice given at least 3-5 days ahead of time.
Essays and Projects
From time to time essays and projects dealing with the current subject matter will be assigned. In most cases time will be given to students to work both in and outside of class. Students are expected to have essays and projects completed on the due date. Rubrics will be given to students when such projects are assigned and explained so students will be aware of grading criteria.
Class Participation
Students are expected to attend class daily. Students should also be prepared to interact in that day’s discussions or activities. Class Participation is a key grading component. Students that do not participate in class should not expect grades higher than a “B-”.
Grading
Homework 20%
Class Participation/Attendance 20%
Quizzes 25%
Tests 15%
Projects/Essays 20%
Make-up Procedure
Students with an excused absence will have one day for every day absent to make up work missed during those absences. Accommodations can be made for students who have missed many school days and therefore have assignments and work due for many classes. Failure to do so will result in a failing grade for those missed assignments.
Classroom Expectations
1. Disrespect towards fellow students or me will not be tolerated. We will respect the opinions and ideas of fellow students, even if we disagree with them. Behavior and language will always be appropriate.
2. Students are expected to be in their seats and ready to take part in class by the time the bell rings. Students who are late will receive one warning, any unexcused tardiness after that will result in a teacher detention the following day.
3. See student handbook for the Sutton High School attendance policy, but excessive unexcused absences and tardiness could result in credit loss and possibly failure.
4. Textbooks will always be brought to class, unless otherwise noted. All textbooks must be covered. Failure to do so will result in a teacher detention the following day. Also, textbooks are not folders, loose paper, returned assignments, etc. are not to be stored inside your textbook. All students should have a notebook and folder, or three-ring binder, to store material. Textbooks that are damaged will be paid for by you. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete grade, or retention of report card.
5. All assignments
are expected to be passed in on their given due date to completion. Assignments should not be passed in with
rips, stains, or wrinkled. Frayed notebook edges should be removed before
handing in any work. Any work that I
cannot read will not be accepted. Homework that fails to meet these
requirements will not be accepted and will need to be redone with some loss of
credit. TAKE YOUR TIME AND DO IT RIGHT.
6. Do not ask for passes, unless it is a dire emergency. I will not give passes to go to lockers or to other teachers’ classrooms.
7. If you are absent it is YOUR responsibility to obtain class notes, and assignments from me or another student. I WILL NOT CHASE YOU DOWN TO COLLECT MISSED ASSIGNMENTS. I am after school daily, come see me about missed work. Be responsible.
8. Students are expected to actively participate in all classroom activities, whether it is debate, discussion, notes, writing assignments, reading assignments, etc. Failure to do so will result in a failing participation grade for that day.
9. Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any incident of academic dishonesty will result in a failing grade for that assignment as well as notification being given to the administration and to your parents/guardians.
10. Students are expected to understand and adhere to all other rules listed in the Sutton High School Student Handbook. Any infractions will be dealt with as written in the handbook.
11. I reserve the right to contact your parents/guardians at any time about any matter regarding you, this course, or my classroom.
Contact Information
Mr. Perrin
After School Hours: Monday through Thursday until 4 pm.
Phone: (508) 581-1640 Ext. 3220
Email: perrinm@suttonschools.net
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