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Rob Taylor Palmer High School World History. Welcome! Explore this site while we explore history. Find the information you need? Ask questions in class about the assignments and schedules that you have. Email Contact: taylorp@d11.org Social Studies Site with Evaluation Rubrics and Study Guide Check Lists. World/United States History 1,2 Course Syllabus 2009-2010 Teacher: Mr. Rob Taylor Phone: 328-5054 Office: Social Studies Office Email: taylorp@d11.org Text: Modern World History, McDougal Littell Course Description The course is a survey of World and United States civilization from 1450 to 1877. The perspective is a world history view and the role of the United States pertaining to chronology of events, politics, economics, cultural exchange, historical development of religions and philosophies and how societies have been affected. Through history, students are better able to understand the world today through a relevant past. With the understanding of how events affect us, decisions in our lives can be reached based upon experience of the past. Topics *European Renaissance and Reformation *The Muslim World Expands *Nationalist Revolution *An Age of Exploration and Isolation *The Industrial Revolution *The Atlantic World *Age of Democracy *Absolute Monarchs in Europe *Age of Imperialism *Enlightenment and Revolution *World War *The French Revolution *Modern World Expectations Students are expected to be on time and in class everyday unless the absence is excused. On the third tardy, an hour of detention will be assigned. Continued tardy violations results in referral to the assistant principals on the sixth tardy. Students are expected to be in class with textbook, pens, paper and any assignments. It is the student’s responsibility to turn in assignments completed and on time. There are no late assignments. Excused absences follow the district policy for one make up day for every day that has been excused. Homework may be word processed. Assignments will have the proper heading. Include your name and assignment title on every assignment. Write neatly and use complete sentences. Discussions in class follow the rules for the “fine art of discussion”. Raise your hand if you have a comment. Wait your turn. Keep your comments relevant. Be respectful and tolerant in your comments. When everyone talks, no one is heard. Discussions are a tool for historians to convey information, exchange viewpoints and share ideas. Your positive participation makes this possible. Evaluation Grades are determined by the percentage of total points earned by the student. Evaluation consists of assignments, quizzes, tests, and projects. Assignments are class work and homework for 5-10 points. Tests are announced in advance for 100 points. Written tests are in blue or black ink. Multiple choice may be in pencil. Have a pen and a pencil. A-100%-89.5%; B-89.4-79.5; C-79.4-69.5; D-69.4-59.5; F-59.4< Questions? Problems? Answers? If you have questions about assignments, grades, or curious about class discussions come see me. Check your grades to monitor your progress and to be sure you understand how assignments affect your grade. Ask questions before assignments are due if you are uncertain what is expected. History often brings forth ideas that are relevant to each of our lives. I encourage you to explore the connections you find to history. Economics A one semester course to explore the basics of economics with lecture, text, and practical application.
Course Syllabus 2009-2010 Teacher: Mr. Rob Taylor Phone: 328-5054 Office: Social Studies Office Email: taylorp@d11.org Text: Economics, Holt, Rinehart, and Winston Course Description The text definition of economics is the study of choices people make to satisfy their wants and needs. This course will explore the choices individuals make personally and within the broad spectrum of economic factors which influence those choices. Topics Economic Gravity:’ Chapter 1 What is Economics Chapter 2 Economic Systems Chapter 3 Demand Chapter 4 Supply Chapter 5 Prices Applied Economics: Chapter 6 Market Structures Chapter 7 Business Organizations Chapter 8 Labor and Unions Chapter 10 Economic Performance Chapter 11 Economic Challenges Chapter 12 Role of Government Chapter 13 Money and Banking Chapter 14 The Federal Reserve / Monetary Policy Grading: Assignments 10 points- Quizzes 25 points-Tests 100 points-Presentations 100Points Assignments will be work assigned in class and chapter questions 3 and 4 at the end of each chapter. Chapter assignments are due on the day of the chapter quiz. Assignments are to be neatly written and turned in on time. Make up work from excused absences must be arranged and made up a week before the end of the quarter in which the work is due. Grades are based on the percentage of total points earned. 100%-89.5% - A, 89.4– 79.5- B, 79.4 – 69.5 – C, 69.4 – 59.5, D, 59.4> - F Quizzes will follow chapters covered in the course. Study the chapter for information not presented in class. Quizzes are end of the week. Quizzes include vocabulary and discussion questions. Tests will be given at the end of first and second quarter. Projects will involve independent study as well as class time. There are two major project assessments. The stock market simulation will involve active participation in a simulation of investing. A class presentation will be required for first quarter. A corporation analysis will be required for second quarter. Videos through the semester that may be used in some version or edit rated ‘PG’ are “The Pursuit of Happyness”, “Norma Rae”, and “The Pirates of Silicon Valley”. Alternate assignments may be made available upon request. Take it to the Bank Economics is a common denominator for us all. Economics is an social science that has a continual learning curve. To this end, we will learn how to better achieve our economic goals. Please see me for questions, concerns, or answers.
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