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4781550-3746500Cambridge AICE History IMr. Trotter – james.trotter@John Overton High SchoolClass Website: trotteraice.Course Description:AICE* History I 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:As Cambridge students and juniors there is no excuse for poor behavior. You have chosen to be here. I expect students to behave professionally and appropriately. Disruptive behavior or actions that are detrimental to your or others’ education will not be tolerated. Every student has the right to learn, and we will all respect that right. In general, it is expected that you work hard and be nice to people.Be on time, and be prepared to work. Students should take care of personal business between classes. School policies for electronic devices, dress, tardiness and absences will be followed. Excessive tardiness and behavior issues will result in detentions, referrals, and other penalties. 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 on the topics we cover. 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 a 3-ring binder, loose-leaf paper, and pens/pencils. We will take a large volume of notes during class activities, and I will give you many hand-outs. I would suggest you have one section of you notebook for each of the five units we will cover throughout the year. You will also need one section in your notebook specifically for First Four activities. 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 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.Aug. 7Welcome & Course Intro89 Unit 1 Intro – Origins of the Civil War1011 Slavery, Govt, and Expansion – MO Compromise1415 Manifest Destiny & Mex-Am War & Wilmot1617 Results of Mex-Am War: Treaty of G-H1821Eclipse Day Holiday22 Compromise of 18502324Fugitive Slave Act1.1 Mini-Assessment2528 Uncle Tom’s Cabin2930KS-NE Act & Bleeding Kansas31 Sept. 1 National Politics – Democrats & Republicans4Labor Day Holiday56Dred Scott v. Sandford78Lincoln-Douglas Debates1112 John Brown & Harper’s Ferry1.2 Mini-Assessment1314 Election of 1860 – Campaign1518 Election of 1860 – Results & Impacts1920Secession of the South2122Lincoln vs. Davis2526Lincoln vs. Davis2728Evaluating causes of the Civil War29Oct. 2Unit Review34Unit 1 Assessment56PD DayStudent Holiday9 Fall Break10 Fall Break11 Fall Break12 Fall Break13 Fall Break16 Unit 2 IntroResources & Strategy1718Leadership & Political aims1920Life during the War:Civil Liberties2324Emancipation Proclamation2526 Life & Politics: North & SouthMid-Unit 2 Quiz2730Reconstruction Goals & Dilemmas31Nov. 1Parent Conferences2Reconstruction: Phases36Reconstruction: Phases78Ex-slaves & The White South910Veterans Day Holiday13Compromise of 1877 1415Evaluating Reconstruction1617Unit Review2021Unit 2 Assessment22Holiday23Thanksgiving Holiday24Holiday2728Unit 4 Intro – Manifest Destiny & Mex War Redux2930 Indian Wars, Alaska & Debates on ExpansionDec. 14 US & Mexico56US & Cuba78Paper 1 Exam Review1112Exams14Exams14Exams15Exams AICE History I - Fall Semester 2017 james.trotter@“Work hard and be nice to people." AICE History I - Spring Semester 2018 james.trotter@“Work hard and be nice to people.”Jan. 2PD Day3 Banana Wars & Diplomacy45 US & EuropeNaval PowerMid-Unit 4 Quiz89US & WW I1011US & Post-War Settlements 1215MLK Day Holiday16US & China1718US & Japan1922Hawaii & the Philippines2324Unit Review2526 Unit 3 Assessment2930 Unit 4 Intro: Industrialization, Innovation & Growth31Feb. 1 Innovation, Growth & Tariffs25 Immigration, Growth & Recession67 Immigration, Urbanization & City Life89 Farming Crisis & Populists1213 Progressives & Political ReformMid-Unit 4 Quiz1415 Progressives, Prohibition, and Women’s Rights1619PD Day20Progressives & Business Reform2122Progressive Presidents2326Progressive Presidents2728Progressives & Constitutional ChangeMarch 12Unit Review56Unit 4 Assessment78 Unit 4 IntroBoom to Bust912 Crash & Depression: Economic & Social Change1314 Great Depression: Political Change – Election of 19321516PD Day19 Election of 1932 - Hoover vs. FDR & The New Deal2021The New Deal2223The New DealMid-Unit 4 Quiz26272nd New Deal; FDR & Political Strategy2829Opposition to the New Deal: Left & Right30Spring BreakApril 2 Spring Break3 Spring Break4 Spring Break5 Spring Break6 Spring Break910 Opposition to the New Deal: FDR & The Supreme Court1112Evaluating FDR & The New Deal1316Evaluating FDR & The New Deal1718Unit Review1920Unit 5 Assessment22324AICE Exam Review2526AICE Exam Review2730May 1Paper 1 Exam?2347 Paper 2 Exam?891011141516171821 Exams22 Exams23 Exams24 Exams25 In-service Day ................
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