Course Syllabus
Instructors: Ms. McIntosh Rooms: 135 Year: 2013-2014
Course Name: AP World History
Textbook & Cost: Traditions & Encounters: A Global Perspective of the Past ($97.75)
Review Book (optional, but HIGHLY recommended): The Princeton Review: Cracking the AP World History Exam 2012 to 2014 ($5-$20 Amazon or bookstores)
OVERVIEW
The purpose of AP World History is to develop greater understanding of the dynamics of continuity and change across the historical periods that are included in the course. This course will focus on the following five overarching themes in world history:
1) Interaction between humans and the environment: demography & disease, migration, patterns of settlement, technology
2) Development and interaction of cultures: religions, belief systems/philosophies/ideologies, science & technology, arts & architecture
3) State-building, expansion, and conflict: political structures & forms of government, empires, nations & nationalism, revolts & revolutions, regional/transregional/global structures & organizations
4) Creation, expansion, and interaction of economic systems: agriculture & pastoral production, trade & commerce, labor systems, industrialization, capitalism & socialism
5) Development and transformation of social structures: gender roles & relations, family & kinship, racial & ethnic constructions, social & economic classes
From the Teacher: Strong reading and writing skills are a must in order to ensure success in this class. We will focus on the use of primary sources, analytical writing, class discussion, and critical reading. The onus for learning will fall on you, the student. As teacher and facilitator, I will help you see the continuity of ideas, but lecture is NOT a substitute for reading the various texts.
GRADING CRITERIA & COURSE REQUIREMENTS
A. Grades will be based on the number of points accumulated on quizzes, literacy tests, DBQ’s (Document Based Essay-Questions) multiple choice tests, and notebooks.
(See letter D)
B. The ability to follow directions is a quality that will be crucial to your academic and
professional careers.
1. Following instructions – In this class you will need to use a pen at all times and you must print all of your work unless specified. Work that is not printed or that
is written in any color other than blue or black ink will not be accepted. Typed papers are always acceptable.
C. The grade scale for this class is as follows: A- 90 to 100+
B- 80 to 89
C- 74 to 79
D- 70 to 73
D. Weights for grade are as follows: Course Final Average 100%
(Course Final Average & Exam Tests 60% categories combine to compute Practice: (daily, notebook, homework) 40%
overall Semester Final Average) Exam 100% Final Exam 15%
F. Late work/absences. You will have one day from the time that you return from an excused absences to make up any work that you have missed. You will need to present me with your admit slip to makeup any work. The number of days missed will be he number of days you have to make-up any work. All work must be turned in by 3:20p.m. the afternoon that it is due in order to receive full credit. After the first day (the due date) 50% will be marked off of the assignment.
G. No foods or drinks are allowed inside the classroom. Bottled water is permissible.
H. Required Materials – The following items are needed for EVERY class:
Loose-leaf paper 3-ring binder with dividers Pens
These are the basic Classroom Rules and Discipline Procedures: Please observe:
· If the door is closed, you are late and will receive disciplinary action. You should be in your seat and ready to work when the bell rings.
· Come to class prepared. (See overview B and H)
· Disrespectful behavior to teacher and classmates will not be tolerated, to include foul or suggestive language, physical contact, and respect of property.
· No cheating (You’re too smart for that). Cheating (includes plagiarism and sharing) will result in disqualification of that score.
· No cell phones or MP3 players in class.
· All students are responsible for information in the Student Handbook and Syllabus.
Steps taken for minor rules violations:
1. Verbal warning
2. Detention
3. Discipline referral
In the case of minor violations, one or more of these steps may be taken. Serious violations will be referred to the Principal.
How do I reach you if I have a question or concern about my child?
Ms. McIntosh -
What if I want to contact you by phone?
The number for SHS is 770-474-8747 ext. 384. Leave a message and I will be sure to contact you as soon as possible. But please e-mail!
How will I know how my child is performing inside your classroom?
Henry County uses Infinite Campus. Please check this system periodically for updates.
What about tutorials?
The tutoring schedule will be set during the first few weeks of school. Students will be notified of schedule.
Modified 08/01/13
*This syllabus may be revised as circumstances dictate.*
I have read and understand all of the objectives, requirements, and expectations for
AP World History. I will post this syllabus in the front of my notebook so that I may refer to it as needed during the year.
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