10^TH Grade World History Course Syllabus

Instructor:	Mr. J. Faulk/Mr. Edward Gosa	Room: 451
Email:	faulkj@fultonschools.org gosae@fultonschools.org	Conference Time: 3:40 – 4:00 or by appointment
Web page:	www.teacherfaulk.com	Tutorial: Monday and Wednesday 3:40 –4:15 or by appointment

Course Description:

Students will become knowledgeable about the historic, economic, political, geographic and cultural similarities and differences among the world’s communities.

Course Objectives:

Students will:

® Understand that history is a record of human experiences that links the past to the present and future.

®Understand historical themes through factual knowledge of time, places, ideas, institutions, cultures, peoples, and events.

®Develop skills and processes of historical inquiry.

®Use geography to understand the world by interpreting the past, knowing the present, and preparing for the future.

®Integrate historical knowledge with historical skill to effectively participate as a citizen and as a lifelong learner.

Units Covered:

First Semester:

I. Human Beginnings and Ancient Civilizations

II. India and China

III. Medieval World: Europe and Japan

IV. Medieval World: East and Asia

V. Age of Exploration

Second Semester:

I. Age of Absolutism

II. Revolution and Change: Industrial Revolution

III. Nationalism

IV. Imperialism

V. World War I

VI. World War II

VII. Cold War

VIII. The Modern World

Materials:

___ 1” three ring binder

___ Notebook paper

___ Blue or black ink pens

___ Pencil

___ Textbook (as instructed by the instructor) (Replacement Fee: $54.00)

___ WILLINGNESS TO LEARN!

Evaluation:

Understanding and progress of subject content will be evaluated during the course using quizzes, projects, and tests. All evaluations will be announced, unless, the instructors observes low in-class and out-of-class participation with discussions and assignments.

Examinations:

All tests will include but not limited to multiple-choice questions, a short answer questions, and globe/map skills questions. All tests will cumulative (will contain information from pervious tests). Study guides may or may not be provided. Studying for tests is the responsibility of the students.

Missed Assignments/Absences

If you are absent from class or miss an assignment you may either visit www.teacherfaulk.com or consult the assignment book to view the assignment you missed in class. It is the responsibility of the student to seek this information. Normal make-up time will be allowed per the Banneker policy.

Grades:

Major Test	20%
Minor Test (Quizzes and projects)	15%
Portfolio/Notebook	15%
Writing	15%
Daily Assignments	10%
Homework	10%
Final Exam	15%
Total	100%

Laws of the land:

1. Treat individuals and materials with respect!
2. Do your work!
3. Be prepared!
4. Be on time!
5. If you mess up, clean up!
6. Place power off cells and do not display or use in the classroom.
7. All listed rules and regulations of Fulton County Schools and Banneker High School.
8. Govern yourself like an adult.
9. I am no ones’ babysitter.

Consequences:

1. Verbal in-class warning.
2. Conference with student and instructor.
3. Parent involvement.
4. Administrator involvement.

Finally, I am here to do a job. That job is to ensure a full understanding of World History and to prepare you for life after graduation. Together, this job is easily accomplished. Separated, too much energy is wasted. You do not have to like me, we do not have to be friends, but you will respect your fellow classmates, my job, and me. If we work together, I promise that this course will not be “just another boring history course.” You have my word!

Class motto:

“Work smarter not harder.”

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