Dorchester School District Two



Dorchester District TwoFort Dorchester High SchoolCourse Syllabus: Modern World History HonorsTeacher: W.R. TurnerRoom Number: 604E-Mail Address: wturner@dorchester2.k12.sc.usCredit: 1 creditCourse Description – There are NO prerequisites for this course.This course will cover world history from emergence of the most influential faiths period in Europe to the modern day. The central idea is to link the various cultures and countries from different parts of the globe into a comprehensive global view. As industry and society have become globalized, so too must the study of history. Course Standards and Pacing QuarterComparative ReligionsEarly CivilizationsMiddle AgesRenaissance and ReformationEuropean Expansion3rd QuarterImperialism in AsiaWorld War I and the Russian RevolutionInterwar Years – Rise of Totalitarian StatesWorld War II and Aftermath2nd QuarterScientific Revolution and EnlightenmentRoad to Constitution (England and America)French RevolutionHaitian and Latin American RevolutionsIndustrial Revolution4th QuarterCold WarCold War ConflictsA Changing WorldCurrent EventsInstructional Materials:The textbook we will be using will be McDougall Littell’s World History. However, much material will come from lectures and discussion in class.Assessment Plan, Grading Procedures and Quarter RecoveryCategoryType of TaskWeighting or Total PointsTestsCumulative40%Assignments/QuizzesSummative30%Analysis/WritingSummative20%NotesSummative10% Students’ understanding of MWH History materials will be assessed according to these categories and weights. Assignments/Homework will be during the week, usually consisting of reading and chapter outlines. Assignments will be given in class and if not completed by the end of the period, will become homework. Analysis/Writing will be given most weeks to assess students’ understanding of materials covered that given week. Tests will be given at the end of each unit and will consist of multiple choice questions and/or short answer questions. Notes will be checked during the course of a unit to make sure the student has the material written down. Students who earn a grade lower than 60% for a quarter will be eligible for Quarter Recovery.Semester 1 = 1st Quarter 50% + 2nd Quarter 50%Semester 2 = 3rd Quarter 50% + 4th Quarter 50%Final Course Grade = 1st Semester 40% + 2nd Semester 40% + Final Exam 20%Grading Percentage and Quality of WorkGradeScaleDescription of WorkA90-100%Consistently demonstrates an exceptional level of quality and effort. Having all work in on time and completed to exceed expectations. Mastery in evaluating, synthesizing, and applying content principles. B80-89%Consistently demonstrates proficient knowledge with a good effort and quality of work. All assignments are complete and on time. Demonstrates the ability to evaluate, analyze, synthesize and apply content principles.C70-79%Demonstrates proficient knowledge and the ability to apply and analyze content principles. Work shows average effort. A few assignments may be missed or late. D60-69%Work shows minimal effort and some assignments are late. Demonstrates a basic understanding of recalling or comprehending content principles.FBelow 60%Understanding is below basic in relation to content principles. Work is of poor quality and does not meet standards or expectations. Materials: Students are expected to be prepared for class every day with the following materials:3 ring binder - All students are required to keep a notebook and bring it to class every day. It should have the class syllabus as the first page for future reference. Notebooks should contain lined paper for note taking and space available for tests, quizzes, assignments, warm-ups, and any handouts given by the teacher.Pen (please write in pen so there is no need to sharpen a pencil during class)Late Work: Homework is due at the beginning of the class period. This means it is on the desk ready to be handed in. If it is not ready, it is late. It will be assessed a 10% penalty and cannot be resubmitted for correction and half-credit re-assessment. Late work is accepted at the beginning of the class the next academic day after the due date. Work that is not ready by this time will be assessed a zero.If work cannot be handed in on time, the student is to present a letter from the parent/guardian prior to or on the due date explaining when the work will be submitted. This can be sent in the form of an e-mail or a personal note. If the work is submitted according to this letter, it can be re-submitted for correction and half-point re-assessment.Attendance and Tardiness: Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each period. Seats will be assigned. Students are expected to be seated in their assigned seats when the bell rings. If they are not then they will be marked Tardy. Students who are tardy must sign the tardy sheet upon entering class.Students who miss class will make up the missing work on the day of their return. If a student is ill the day before a test and comes on the day of the test, he/she will take the test with the rest of the class during that period. Students who are absent three or more days must arrange with the teacher a make-up day(s). Any missed work is the responsibility of the student.Hall Passes: Unless it is an emergency, don’t ask! If a student leaves the room, he/she will miss key instructional time. The student is expected to make up this lost instructional time during lunch.Class Dismissal: The bell does not dismiss you, I do. Please wait for me to dismiss you to your next class.All FDHS and DD2 policies will be enforced at all times. Class Rules and ExpectationsBe on timeBe prepared with notebook, paper, and pencil or penFollow all classroom directions-especially those regarding speaking out in class!All FDHS policies are to be observed at all timesNo electronic devices unless specifically authorized!No food or drink in the classroomPowerSchool/Parent Portal, and ContactPowerSchool/Parent Portal: Grades are updated weekly. If there are ever questions about missing work or other grades, feel free to email me or to come to Tutoring.Contact: If there is ever a question or concern, feel free to email me at wturner@dorchester2.k12.sc.us as this is the fastest way to get into contact with me.-323851587375Cut HereParent-Student-Teacher Contract and Information:Student’s Name: ______________________________Parent’s Name: _______________________________Home/Cell Phone # _____________________Work Phone # _______________________**E-mail address** (please list as this is the fastest and preferred way of contact, thank you!)_______________________________________________________________________________________________________Please sign. If you have any questions feel free to contact me.____________________________________Parent Signature____________________________________Student Signature ................
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