World History
Instructor: Ann Newton
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Course Description:
Today, humans are found everywhere on Earth: in jungles and deserts, on boulevards and in bazaars. But how did we get there? Where did we come from? Why do we all look and act so differently? This course answers those questions by tracing the human record from its origins to modern times. Beginning with the earliest human history, we will chart the course of humanity through its earliest civilizations forward on to the global community of the 21st century. The purpose of World History is to strengthen the student’s geographical concepts and skills; to develop the student’s understanding of man’s use of the land and its resources and how the results of this use had defined the historic, cultural, economic and political developments of the world. Additionally, this course will work at the teaching and strengthening of analytic and critical thinking skills. World History is a required course for graduation.
Textbook: World History: Patterns of Interaction—McDougall Littell
Class Website/ Blog: see Kell website faculty page for access to my blog
Course Outline: The course will include the study of 10 different units. Each unit will be followed by a unit test and there will be a comprehensive Final Exam at the end of each semester.
Unit 1: Ancient Civilizations
Ch. 1-4, 7
Unit 2: Ancient Greece and Rome
Ch. 5-6
Unit 3: Byzantines, Mongols, Russia, Africa and Islam
Ch. 8, 10-12, 15
Unit 4: Medieval Europe
Ch. 13-14
Unit 5: Exploration, Renaissance, and Reformation
Ch. 19, 17, 20
Unit 6: American Civilizations, China & Japan, Muslim Empires
Ch. 9, 16, 18 - 19
Unit 7: Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment, Revolutions, and Rebellions
Ch. 21-24
Unit 8: Industrialism, Imperialism, and WWI
Ch. 25-29
Unit 9: Between the Wars, WWII, Independence, and Nationalism
Ch. 30-32
Unit 10: Perspective on the Present
Ch. 33-36
Class Requirements/Expectations:
1. Notebook and textbooks: Bring them every day. No excuses.
2. Bring materials EVERY DAY: book, notebook, applicable assignments, writing utensils, etc….You should be prepared to learn.
3. Be respectful of each other and your instructors.
4. When the bell rings, you should be in your assigned seat and ready to work. WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED, YOU ARE LATE. YOU MUST HAVE A PASS TO ENTER LATE.
5. Listen to what is being taught and what is expected daily. Assignments and learning questions are posted on the board on a daily basis. Do not disrupt the lesson or another student’s ability to learn.
6. NO FOOD IN CLASS. You may bring water as long as it has a lid. If you bring anything else, you will be asked to throw it away. No exceptions.
7. Class participation is required and is an essential part of your obtaining a good grade. YOU ARE EXPECTED TO PARTICIPATE AND YOU CAN’T PARTICIPATE IF YOU ARE NOT PREPARED. In addition, attendance is an essential part of success in this class. You cannot participate if you are not here.
8. BE ON TIME!!!!
9. ABSOLUTELY NO ELECTRONIC/ENTERTAINMENT DEVICE USE ALLOWED . This includes plugging them in to charge. This classroom is not a charging station! This course is required for graduation and it is imperative that you are paying attention and are not distracted by the use of these devices. From time to time electronic devices may be used in the academic setting for engagement and learning purposes only. All other times will be electronics free.
MATERIALS NEED FOR CLASS:
Colored Pencils
Markers
Highlighters
Make-up/Late work Policy:
For the make-up and late work policy, consult the student handbook. It is the responsibility of the student to ask teacher to find out what assignments were missed or to check the blog for calendar. Until work has been turned in and graded, it will be recorded as a zero. Make up tests will be done by appointment before or after school only.
Academic Fraud:
Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated at any level. Failure to maintain honest academic standards will result in an immediate disciplinary procedure. CHARACTER is who you are when no one is watching. Allowing someone to copy your work is considered cheating. Refer to the student handbook for further information on Academic Fraud.
Grading:
Summative Assessments 80%
20% Final
40% Exams
20% Writing (DBQs and Essays)
Formative Assessments
10% Homework/Classwork
10% Quizzes
PLEASE READ THIS COURSE SYLLABUS AND CLASSROOM PROCEDURES ON MY BLOG!
PLEASE READ, SIGN AND RETURN THIS FORM TO MRS. NEWTON
Please Print
STUDENT’S FULL NAME______Date______
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE______DATE______
EMAIL ADDDRESS______
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER______
World History
Mrs. Ann Newton
Room 2309
Voice mail 678-494-7844 ext.439
Dear Parents,
I want to welcome you to Kell High School! I am looking forward to working with your child to insure that his/her academic growth reaches its full potential. I consider my classroom a team effort incorporating teacher, student and parent. Communication is the key to success.
If you are new to the area, you will find that an on-line program allows you to monitor your child’s progress in all of his/her classes. It is called ParentVUE. Instructions on how to access this website are in this syllabus.
My e-mail address is Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. I will reply as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your support as we look forward to this semester.
Sincerely,
Ann Newton
Social Studies
As a way of supplementing material in the classroom, there may be some historical movies, documentaries, or political commentaries that are shown in class. It is possible that these movies may have a PG-13 rating. These movies or clips may contain some violence and adult language. The movies will be accompanied by a writing assignment for the students to complete. Should you wish for your student NOT to watch the movie, an alternative assignment will be provided for him/her in the media center. By signing above, you are granting permission for your student to view a supplemental movie, documentary or political commentary for this course of study that is rated PG-13.
I have received and read the course syllabus and classroom procedures. All of the material was fully explained and I understand what is expected in this class.