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4781550-3746500Cambridge AICE History ASMr. Trotter – james.trotter@John Overton High SchoolClass Website: trotteraice.Course Description:AICE* History AS is an in-depth study of US History from the period of Manifest Destiny (1840s) through the Great Depression and the New Deal (1930s). It counts as one of the seven credits required for the Cambridge Diploma. The course is designed to be a college-level class, and many students may find it quite challenging. History at this level is not merely memorizing facts. We will focus on historical arguments, essay writing, and document analysis skills. It is my hope that students will become better readers, writers, and thinkers along the way. Behavior Expectations:I expect all students to WORK HARD AND BE NICE. This includes being on time and being thoughtful and respectful of our time and of each other. Students should take care of personal business between classes. School policies for electronic devices, dress, tardiness and absences will be followed. Technology:Technology is a wonderful thing, and it can be an incredible tool for learning. However, it can also be an incredible distraction. Cell phones or other electronic devices are not to be used during class unless directly specified by the teacher for an instructional purpose. Texting, Instagram, Snapchat, and other social media should never be used in class. Be aware that I will confiscate cell phones, electronics, food, or anything that causes disruptions in class. Class Texts:There is not a standard textbook for Cambridge History. Instead, we will be reading from multiple sources including primary and secondary sources. Most of these will be posted to the class website. Checking the website, keeping up with assignments, and taking notes on readings is vital to your success.Absences & Make-ups:You are responsible for any work that you miss due to absences or field trips. Always check the website to see what you missed. If you are absent on the day of a summative assessment, you must make arrangements to make it up within ONE WEEK. If you are absent on the presentation day of a group project, you must have planned for this and you must make arrangements with your group. *AICE – Advanced International Certificate of EducationClass Supplies:Organization is important to your success in this class. You will need pens/pencils, some kind of notebook, and a way to keep and store a lot of handouts. We will take a large volume of notes during class activities, and I will give you many hand-outs. I suggest you have one section of you notebook for each of the five units we will cover throughout the year. Some students will also find it helpful to use highlighters and/or colored pens. Also, please purchase and bring one or two of the following items to contribute to our class community. These will make all of our lives easier throughout the year: Kleenex boxes, hand sanitizer, box of colored pencils, Crayola markers, Expo dry-erase markers, ream of copy paper (any color). Your contributions are greatly appreciated!Assessments:Many different types of assessment will be used throughout the year. Most summative assessments will be written essays, but there will also be some short answer, projects, and presentations. Formative quizzes will be used to reinforce the basic facts of the particular subject that we are studying. These quizzes are essential for building knowledge of the larger concepts, topics and themes that we will be covering in class every day. You will be able to use any notes that you have written on your own paper for quizzes. Formative assessments are vital to measure progress and to build skills leading up to summative assessments. Summative Retakes:Retakes are available for summative assessments within the allotted time. This is usually a one-week window after assessments are graded and returned. There will also be a required re-take assignment that must be completed before students may do the retake. This is important to reinforce skills and knowledge needed to succeed on the summative task. Course Content and PacingComponent 1 – 40% of the AICE History ExamUnit 1 - Background & Origins of the US Civil War 1846-1861 Component 2 – 60% of the AICE History ExamUnit 2 - The Civil War & Reconstruction 1861-1877 Unit 3 - Expansion of US Power, Imperialism, and Global Interactions 1840-1930 Unit 4 - The Gilded Age and the Progressive Era 1870s-1920s Unit 5 - The Great Depression & the New Deal 1929-1941 Cambridge ExamsStudents in AICE History are required to take the Cambridge AICE exam in May. Students who do well on the exam will earn one credit toward the AICE Diploma and may be able to earn college credit. Tips for Succeeding in Cambridge HistoryCheck the class website after every class, and do the assigned readings.Take notes on everything we read and/or discuss.Keep your notes, articles, and handouts organized in one binder.Use your major themes sheet as a guide and a checklist on what to study and how the readings fit into what we are doing in class.Look back over your notes in the afternoon when you get home. This refreshes your memory, and gives you a chance to go back over anything you didn’t understand or need to ask about next class.Use a study partner or group to hold each other accountable, to answer each other’s questions, and to get anything you miss when you are absent.Put down your phone (or other distractions) and really participate in class. You’ll be amazed at the difference this can make.Eat hot chicken. It will change your life.If you do these things, you are more likely to perform up to your ability level. I think you can get an A. I want you to succeed. However, this takes effort!!! WHY ARE WE DOING THIS?3276600285750To pass the test.To get good grades320992585725To graduate from high school.To pass the Cambridge History exam.To prepare for college.To earn the Cambridge Diploma.314325033655To effectively communicate & evaluate arguments.To understand and utilize historical processes.To use history to evaluate the present and guide the future.To participate actively & effectively as a citizen in a democracy. AICE History I - Fall Semester 2018 james.trotter@“Work hard and be nice."6 7 Welcome & Course Intro89 Unit 1 Intro – Origins of the Civil War1013 Slavery, Govt, and Expansion – MO Compromise1415 Manifest Destiny & Mex-Am War & Wilmot1617 Results of Mex-Am War: Treaty of G-H2021 Compromise of 18502223 Fugitive Slave Act1.1 Mini-Assessment2427 Uncle Tom’s Cabin2829 KS-NE Act & Bleeding Kansas3031 PD DaySept. 3 Labor Day4 National Politics – Democrats & Republicans56 Dred Scott v. Sandford710 Lincoln-Douglas Debates1112 John Brown & Harper’s Ferry1.2 Mini-Assessment1314 Election of 1860 – Campaign1718 Election of 1860 – Results & Impacts1920 Secession of the South2124 Lincoln vs. Davis2526 Lincoln vs. Davis2728 Evaluating causes of the Civil WarOct 12 Unit Review34 Unit 1 Assessment58 Current Events Check-in –Govt, Politics, Elections910 Current Events Check-in –Govt, Politics, Elections1112 PD Day15 Fall Break16 Fall Break17 Fall Break18 Fall Break19 Fall Break22 Unit 2 IntroResources & Strategy2324 Leadership & Political aims2526 Course of the War2930 Life during the War:Civil Liberties31Nov. 1 Emancipation Proclamation2.1 Mini-Assess25 Life & Politics: North & South6 Election Day & Parent Conferences78 Current Events Check-in –Govt, Politics, Elections912 Veteran’s Day Holiday13 Reconstruction Goals & Dilemmas1415Reconstruction: Phases1619 Reconstruction: Phases2.2 Mini-Assess2021 Holiday22 Thanksgiving23 Holiday26 Ex-slaves & The White South2728Compromise of 18772930Evaluating ReconstructionDec. 34Evaluating Reconstruction56Unit 2 Review710Unit 2 Assessment1112Exam Review1314Exam Review1718 Exams19 Exams20 Exams21 Exams ................
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