Freshmen World Civilizations
Course Information and Syllabus
Mrs. Affinito

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 Website
www.cynthiamcloughlin.com

 Supplies Needed:

  Book Cover

Index Cards (pack of 500)

A Pencil AND Pen

A Three-Ring Binder

Notebook Paper

 Class Rules:

Be prepared with a book, pen, paper and assignment every class meeting

Follow directions the first time they are given

Be in your seat when the bell rings

Three lates = One thirty minute detention

Raise your hand if you want to be recognized

Bathroom privileges are given out twice a marking period. You may not be excused to get a drink of water unless there is an emergency.

 Grading Policy:

50% = Test and major assignments such as essays and web-based projects

25% = Reading and Outlining quizzes and some homework assignments

25% = Minor homework assignments (i.e. Reading and Outlining and Worksheet) and class participation

Late Assignments:

See attached sheets

 Final Exam:

The final exam will be given in June. It will count for one-fifth of the student’s grade.

 Freshmen Research Paper:

See attached sheets.

NORTHERN VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
DEMAREST                                          OLD TAPPAN
 DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

 World Civilizations (0206)

 

COURSE OF STUDY

This course required of all New Jersey high school students, supports understanding and appreciation of the rich and diverse cultures of the world.  The course begins with the Age of Global Encounters in the Fifteenth Century and continues to the Present.  A global education approach is emphasized stressing the interdependence of world geographic regions.  The skills of observation and analysis are applied to the study of significant social, economic, and political trends.  A significant emphasis is given to the study of Genocides in history and Man’s Inhumanity to Man.  Students will be required to take a Geography CRT near the conclusion of the course.  Current Events are discussed and interpreted as a link between the past and present.  Student projects, some featuring the use of technology, are a significant aspect of the course.  

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES

To understand that geographical factors such as location, region, and movement produce different types of human society.

To understand that different methods of economic organization, including agriculture, trade, and manufacturing, influence the civilizations we build.

To be aware that in order to coordinate the activities of many individuals and provide security for everyone, we have developed governments that regulate our interactions with one another.

To be aware that many groups have tried to ensure their own security at the expense of others, and that such efforts have often led to warfare among competing groups or societies.

To understand that the development and use of technology has been one of our principal means of adapting to our environment, and that, in the process, technologies have in turn shaped the societies in which we live.

To interpret how we identify ourselves in relationships to those around us [by gender, by family, as members of a particular social or economic group] are influenced by politics, economics, geography, warfare, and technology.

To recognize that the story of humanity in many ways has been the story of increasing contact among different groups of people through exploration, trade, warfare and conquest, genocide, migration, and new methods of communication.

To be aware that we have sought answers to basic questions about who and what we are and why we are here through religion, philosophy, and science, and expressed the answers in the arts.

 COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSESSMENT

The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements for completion of this course.  Failure to complete any of these requirements may result in a failing mark or an incomplete for the course.

1.       Complete daily study or written assignments to indicate a working knowledge of the text.

2.       Demonstrate satisfactory progress as shown through periodic testing.  Participate in classroom discussion on matters of social importance, current affairs or assignments.  This requires satisfactory attendance to meet requirements.

3.       Complete assigned research topics that will be established on a pattern set by the teacher.  These may consist of short biographical, topical or current affairs reports, book reports and a more extensive research paper.

4.       Present oral reports where required.

5.       Bring covered text, notebook and a pen or pencil to class every class.

6.       Acquire techniques involved in doing research and preparing reports on topics assigned or approved by the instructor.

7.       Be able to relate significant historical events with those under current study.

8.       Maintain a history notebook as prescribed by the instructor.

LATE  ASSIGNMENT POLICY

With the approval of the Administration and with the total agreement of the Department of Social Studies, the following policy is effective for the school year.  Students are urged to note carefully this information: 

1. You will be expected to complete all assignments on the date required by your teacher, and
2. Failure to do so will result in the reduction of one grade for each day the assignment is late.

 WRITING PROGRAM (Research Paper)

Length of Paper: Minimum of five pages

Marking Period it is due: First day of the third marking period

Time frame to complete task: Two marking periods

Topic selection: First marking period

Sources: Minimum on five sources

Preliminary Work: TBA

ATTENDANCE POLICY

The student shall be expected to meet the attendance requirements that were established by the Northern Valley Regional High School District Board of Education.

                                                                                                            September 2004