Chapel Hill High School Mr. Durbin
770-651-6333
World History Syllabus Fall 2016 – Spring 2017
Please review this syllabus with your parent/guardian and visit and
complete the accompanying acknowledgement form and contact information.
Textbook/Resource: World History (2011) Prentice Hall Cost: $100.00
Course Description and Goals: World History is comprised primarily of the study of social, economic, and political conditions of world civilizations from ancient times to the present. A student who takes this course will be able to identify major historical themes, people, events, and trends that have had a great impact on world development. The goal of this course is for every student to learn how to objectively analyze historical events in an effort to improve critical thinking skills which in turn can (and should) be used throughout the course of a lifetime.
Grading System: The class will be graded by a point system and weighted based in the category for each assignment. The majority of grades are categorized one of two ways: summative grades and formative grades.
- Summative grades are comprised of tests, projects, papers, compositions, Common District Assessments (CDA’s), quizzes, midterms, and other similar assignments.
- Formative grades are comprised of classwork, notebooks, labs, homework, and other similar assignments.
Summative Grades 50%
Formative Grades 30%
Mastery Project 10%
Final exam 10%
NOTE: Grades on Engrade are not the finalized score, ALWAYS check Infinite Campus for an accurate grade.
Instructional Strategies/Assessments: Teaching methods will include lectures, class discussions, films, oral presentations, group projects, class work, creative exercises, and a variety of student centered approaches. Assessments will occur as the semester progresses. Summative assessments will consist of multiple choice questions only, however, quizzes will consist of a variety of assessment tools including: multiple choice, short answers, matching, and essay questions. Quizzes and notebook checks will be given throughout the semester.
Progress Reports: A progress report addressing academic performance and conduct will be sent home with the student every 4 ½ weeks. Only the final grade will appear on students’ transcripts.
World History Units: A standards based approach will be employed to address the following World History units:
1. Basic Concepts and Ancient Civilizations2. Classical Empires A (Chinese and Indian)
3. Classical Empires B (Greek and Roman)
4. Empires and Kingdoms (Africa and Eurasia)
5. Emerging Europe A (Medieval Society)
6. Emerging Europe B (Renaissance and Reformation) / 7. Emerging Global World
8. Mounting Global Tensions A (Revolutions)
9. Mounting Global Tensions B (Industrialization)
10. The World at War
11. The Contemporary World
Required Materials:
Notebook: 3 Ring Binder (2’’ ideal)
Colored pencils or crayons
College Rule Filler Paper
Blue or black ink pens
Pencils (Mechanical Preferred to minimize disruptions)
Composition Book (100 pages)
Class Expectations:
Rules and Expectations
1. Do not do ANYTHING that would detract from the learning environment.
a. This is a LEARNING environment first and foremost. Follow this one simple rule and you will learn a lot and enjoy the class. There is zero tolerance for any action(s) that would diminish the chances for learning to take place for yourself or your peers.
2. DO NOT TALK WHEN THE TEACHER IS TALKING (#1 pet peeve)
a. Don’t interrupt anyone else when they are talking.
3. Follow the 5 Chapel Hill House Rules. (strictly enforced at all times)
4. Be prepared!! Bring your materials with you as well as any assignments that are due. You will NOT be allowed to leave to retrieve forgotten materials under any circumstances.
5. Be RESPECTFUL of the teacher, other students, and yourself.
a. Keep your hands to yourself. Respect the person and property of others!
6. Follow the rules set forth in the student handbook.
7. NO FOOD or DRINK (water is allowed) in the classroom.
8. Take care of personal business between classes.
9. Absolutely no cell phones, IPODS, mp3 players, portable game systems etc. Such items will be immediately confiscated, turned into the office with a referral, and your parent(s) will have to pick them up.
10. I will trust you until you prove you cannot be trusted.
Late Policy/Absences:
· While it is important to meet due dates, I do accept late work.
§ You lose a letter grade for every day the assignment is late – the next day does not mean the next class period.
§ I don’t want any assignment after three days.
§ BUT, DO NOT TAKE A ZERO!!
· You must have an excused absence in order to make up missed work.
· You must make prior arrangements to make up tests within five (5) days upon returning from an excused absence. Tests must be made up before or after school, never during class time.
Academic Honesty: You are expected to exhibit qualities of integrity, citizenship, and strong moral character. Cheating is not accepted in any circumstance. (Copying another student’s work…while in or out of school… is considered cheating whether you had their permission or not!) Students who are involved will receive no credit on the assignment/assessment, parents will be called, and a disciplinary referral will be issued. If you are uncertain about what constitutes “Academic Dishonesty”, see your teacher.
Lost Book Policy: Should you (student) check out a book and lose it, you will be charged the full replacement cost for any textbook lost, regardless of condition.
The Douglas County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion,
national origin, disability or age in educational programs or activities, or employment practices.