Course Description
World History will provide students the opportunity to acquire an understanding of the chronological development of civilization by examining the political, economic, social, religious, military, dynastic, scientific, and cultural events that have affected humanity. Specific content to be covered will include, but not be limited to, an understanding of geographic, historic and time-space relationships, a review of pre history, the rise of civilization and cultural universals, the development of religion and the impact of religious thought, the evolution of political systems and philosophies, the development of nationalism as a global phenomenon, the origin and course of economic systems and philosophies
Course Topics
· Early Civilizations
· Greece and Rome
· World Religions
· Byzantines, Russians, East Asia, and Turks
· Middle Ages
· Reform and Crusades
· Renaissance and Reformation
· Native Americans, Mayans, Incans, & Aztecs
· Columbus and Exploration
· French Revolution, Industrial Revolution, & Imperialism
· World War I
· 1920’S, Great Depression, & Rise of Evil
· World War II
· Cold War
· Globalization & War on Terror
Website & Email Communication
The majority of your homework in this classroom will be located on my website (http://teachersites.schoolworld.com/webpages/JEdwards2). You can access my website through the listed URL or through the Cypress Bay faculty directory. On the website you will find the syllabus, course documents, calendar, assignments, handouts, homework, PowerPoints, study guides, and important links to other resources. The textbook will primarily be used only in class. Homework will consist of checking the website daily and reading articles for your assignments. Documents will be posted in advance there is no excuse for not being able to do your homework. There are computers all over campus and a public library across the street. If you think you will have a problem have your parent or legal guardian contact me directly.
When you have a question or concern you should email me in a professional manor. In the body of the message make sure your name is signed at the bottom. Also, the subject line in the email shall read: (Students Last Name_ Students First Name_Period #_Assignment or Topic.)
Ex. Edwards_Jonathan_1_Current Event 1.
Grading System
Grades will be determined based on class participation, classroom assignments, homework, portfolio checks, quizzes, tests, and projects. Each assignment will be worth a certain amount of points comparable to their difficulty. The Broward County Schools grading scale will be used for all assignments (below).
| Grading Scale |
| A | 90%-100% | B | 80%-86% | C | 70%-76% | D | 60%-66% |
| B+ | 87%-89% | C+ | 77%-79% | D+ | 67%-69% | F | 0%-59% |
Make-up Work
Classroom attendance is mandatory for all students. If a students absence or tardy is unexcused there will not be an opportunity to make up the work and the student will receive a zero. For excused absences, students are responsible to follow classroom procedures to receive and complete their make-up work. Two days (not including the day of return) are allowed for each day of excused absence to complete make-up work. Previously assigned work is due the day of return.
Suspended students: It is your responsibility to get the missed work. All work is due on the day of return from the suspension. If you are internally suspended you must maintain current classroom assignments while on internal suspension and turn in work daily.
(BCPS Attendance Policy: www.browardschools.com/schools/attendance.htm)
Class Materials
1 ½ inch or larger Three Ring binder
Dividers (6)
Notebook Paper
Colored Pencils
Pen (Blue or Black)
Pencil (#2)
USB Flash Drive
Portfolio
Students will maintain a portfolio that will contain all of the work from this class only. The portfolio will be up to date and neat at all times. There will be various portfolio checks, some planed and some impromptu. The portfolio will contain 6 dividers labeled (Thought Questions, Notes, Assignments, Current Events, Projects, & Miscellaneous). If absent, you will still be required to complete daily thought questions and other assignments.
Daily Routine:
Upon arrival to class (not the bell) students will immediately turn in homework and start working on their daily thought questions. The class will then usually continue with a review of upcoming events, homework, and the lesson from the previous day. Following the review the daily lesson along with some assignment or classwork will conclude the class period.
Rules:
In order to provide a classroom conducive to learning, there must be rules in place that will protect students for their right to learn. I have 4 simple rules that aid in the smooth management of my classroom.
1. Be on time and prepared for class.
2. Show respect to the learning environment and others at all times.
3. Electronic devices should remain away unless instructed otherwise.
4. Take responsibility for your own work. (Cheating or plagiarism will not be tolerated)
All of my rules are based off of observable behaviors. If you choose to follow or not follow a certain rule that behavior or action will have a consequential response, either a reward or a logical punishment.
