
High School World History
Contact:
Alisa DeBorde
addeborde@yahoo.com
Course Time:
This course is offered on Thursdays.
Pre-Requisites:
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This course is open to 9th - 12th grade students.
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Course Texts (2):
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World History, 4th Edition, BJUPress
ISBN- 9781606821183
Course Description:
Beginning with Creation and continuing through present day, this course
presents an overview of the story of mankind and God’s work through the ages.
We will focus on history-shaping events, artifacts, and people.
Course Class Time:
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We will have weekly reading quizzes.
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Class time will be spent on discussion, mini-lecture, student presentations,
and group activities.
Course Homework Requirements:
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Weekly Homework will consist of reading a chapter in the student text and completing a History Engagement. History Engagements will be assignments requiring students to more deeply consider a historic figure, event, or other facet of the week's reading. The assignment options will appeal to a variety of interests, learning styles, and strengths.
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Students will take a test at the end of each unit.
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Students will deliver short presentations several times throughout the course.
Late Policy:
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In order to receive full credit, work must be received by midnight of the due date.
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Half credit given if received by midnight, Wednesday, of the following week.
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Zero points given if received after that, except in case of illness, or if other arrangements
have been made.
Grading:
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30% homework
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10% quizzes
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30% unit test
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30% projects and presentations
Specific Requirements:
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Internet access is required.
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All written work, other than workbook activities, must be typed.
Course Supplies:
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textbook
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binder, with front and back pockets for handouts,
and a clear front cover sleeve for their syllabus -
blue or black pens
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colored pencils
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loose-leaf lined paper