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5118100-4000500United States History 2019 – 2020Mrs. RobinsonRoom 403-7048523495000Overview of CourseUnited States History is a yearlong required course that explores key events and developments since post Reconstruction that has shaped the country that we live in today. The course will illuminate connections between our lives and those of our ancestors faced during their unique experiences in American history. Students will uncover patterns of behavior, identify historical themes and trends, explore historical concepts, and understand the correlation of our past to today’s current events.Students will be able to refine their comprehension and critical thinking skills as they compare, evaluate, and uncover the history and culture of the United States by analyzing primary source documents. The course will be taught in a chronological time frame, and will be aligned to the United States History Florida Framework. United States History is a state tested subject, and an end of course exam (EOC) will be given at the end of the year that is worth 30% of the students class grade. The State of Florida creates the exam and enforces the EOC exam grade policy.Classroom EnvironmentThere will be student-centered learning and activity-based instruction every day. Learning will be interactive and will vary from lecture, class discussions, small group and individual work.Class Vision:History is not just a memorization of facts. The goal of this course is for students to refine their comprehension, critical thinking, writing, and reading skills to understand and analyze past events and relate our past to current events of today.To allow students to have a general understanding of the history of our past and to gain knowledge to become active and knowledgeable citizens and to prepare students for their future.1466090052197000-13970052197000Class Goals for ALL Students:Improve communication skills.Improve reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.Pass the United States History EOC*Assessment of Student Work:There will be daily objectives that will be measured after each lesson and collectively at the beginning of each week. Every week, students will be assessed whether the objective has been met with clarity and the teacher will provide feedback.Grades will be determined by the following methods:Completion of assigned work (worksheets, projects, research essays): (Points vary)Students will have the opportunity to create and complete group projects, individual projects, maps, individual assignments, document based questions (DBQs), and short essays throughout the course. Each assignment is worth a different amount of points depending on the level and time of the task. I will give out a rubric and/or point indicator for each assignment.Homework: Homework will be given that is essential for class discussions and student success.Participation Points: (Notes and Class Participation).Students will receive a grade for participating in class. This includes keeping an updated organized notebook (3-ring binder) with all class materials present and taking quality notes. Students will also get participation points for actively engaging in class discussions.Pre-Tests: (Points vary)There will be a pre-test in the beginning of the year and in the beginning of certain units. The student is only graded on completeness. The pre-test is a good indicator of what the student already knows or does not know regarding a subject. A short quiz will be administered on the material covered each covered that week. This is to assess student progress and understanding of the content covered and to assess whether students had met the week’s objectives.-711201325880004673600132588000Quizzes: (Points vary)There will be a weekly quiz and unannounced quizzes throughout the year. Quizzes will be based on the class material that was recently covered to check for student understanding.Examinations: (Points vary) after the end of each unit there will be an exam on the unit. Exams will consist of multiple choice document analysis, short answer, and an essay question. The tests will be announced at least a week in advanced. There will be a review day before the day of the scheduled exam.End of Course Exam*: (30% of total class grade) United States History is a state tested subject, and an end of course exam (EOC) will be given at the end of the year that is worth 30% of the students class grade. The State of Florida creates the exam and enforces the EOC exam grade policy.EOC United States History additional information: Work:As per iMater rules, makeup work will only be allowed if an absence is EXCUSED. Students have 48 hours to have absences excused. In the case of excused or school related absences students will be given two school days to make up the work. For exceptional situations see the instructor. Late work will result in a penalty of 25% per day.GradingFinal grade is divided into four categories, totaling 100%.?The categories are as follows:Tests????????????????????????????25%Quizzes??????????????????????15%Classwork/Participation?????? 35%Home Learning??????????25%?Grading System90-100%???= A? ? =? ??3.5-4.080-89%?????=??? ?B? ? = ??2.5-3.4970-79%???? =??? ?C ? ? =? ?1.5-2.4960-69%?? ? =? ? ?D ? ?= ? ?1.0-1.490-59%?????? =? ? ?F? ? ?= ? ?0-.99*Work that is not turned in will be given a grade of “Z”, equaling zero percent. 46634408636000-137160863600010 Expectations of a Successful StudentBelieve in yourself, and respect what you are capable of achieving.Before using the restroom, please sign out, leave your cell phone on the bookshelf and pick it up when you return.Be in your seat when the bell rings and be ready to work. Do not be tardy.Adjust your voice level to suit the activity.Do not talk when the teacher or other students are talking – be respectful.No cursing, teasing, or disrupting the plete assignments to the best of your ability and submit them on time and when absent, please check with the teacher to see what work was missed.No cell phones or electronic devices permitted in class unless otherwise noted. No off-task behavior when using computer or device for school assignments during class time.Be polite and positive. This includes maintaining a clean classroom and assisting others when needed.Stay organized and put forth consistent dedication and effort.Violation of rules 2-10 will result in the following:1st offense: Verbal Warning2nd offense: Reflection Meeting/Call Parents3rd offense: Discipline Referral/DetentionNote on Electronic Devices: The teacher has the right to confiscate a student’s electronic device if a disruption or could be a disruption of classroom learning.Note on Class Tardiness: Students that are excessively tardy will have detention and/or other consequences. Students must sign in when they enter the room if they arrive after the bell.Required Materials from the Student: Each student should bring the following items to class everyday:Blue or Black Pens or PencilsHighlightersCourse Notebook (3-Ring Binder, at least 1”)Dividers for the Course Notebook/Binder with the following tabs:NotesClass HandoutsClassworkPaper (loose leaf paper preferred for course notebook – all notes must be in course notebook).1 Composition Notebook for vocabulary.-7112036195000467360036195000Materials Provided:Course textbook: Each student will receive a textbook to take home and bring to class every day.Reading materials and additional student handouts will be provided in class unless otherwise noted.Video clips and movies that align with the curriculum may be shown in class. The movies will be announced ahead of time.Student Remediation/Extra Assistance:Students that are having difficulty achieving success or want extra enrichment in this course are recommended to take the following steps to help improve their grade:Meet with the teacher during office hours. Office hours will be held every day after school until 3:00 pm.Progress reports and phone calls home with students below a C average, or a significant drop in grades.EdmodoEdmodo?is used to post homework, turn in assignments and access documents, notes and other resources. Also, notifications?are sent on a regular basis. They include assignments deadlines, instructions, updates, news, advice and supplemental materialsCreating an Edmodo account is mandatory and must be completed by Friday, August 26th, 2016.Students must check their Edmodo every day. Be sure to?check?during the late afternoon and evening hours.?Each student has a "Parent Code" that allows parents/guardians to keep track of their child's submissions and participation along with posted homework and assignments. Parents must email me or attend Open House in order to receive their?specific?code.Teacher Contact Informationprobinson@-7112035496500467360035496500Course Outline:Late Nineteenth and Early Twentieth Century, 1860s–1910s (33%)1st QuarterCivil WarReconstructionMove Out West and Challenges to FarmersThe Rise of IndustryThe Labor MovementUrbanization and ImmigrationGlobal Military, Political, and Economic Challenges, 1890s–1940s (34%)2nd and 3rd QuartersThe Progressive EraU.S. ImperialismU.S. Involvement in WWIThe “Roaring Twenties”The Great Depression and The New DealThe United States and the Defense of the International Peace, 1940s–present (33%) 3rd and 4th QuartersWorld War IIThe Cold WarPost-War Prosperity and Civil Rights The 1960s and VietnamU.S. Foreign Policy Since 1972American Social IssuesThe United States History End-Of-Course Exam (EOC) is scheduled for May 2020.After school tutoring for the exam is provided, free of charge. 4712452145735400-93089145735400Learning ContractPlease read the syllabus in the entirety and go over it with your parent or guardian. The contract may change and the teacher is responsible for communicating the change with students if a change does occur. If there are any questions please contact the teacher. Please sign this contract and keep it with the rest of your class materials to refer back to it. A contract is an agreement between two or more people to perform a duty. The contract below explains responsibilities in relation to the learning process. Read and initial by the following statements to indicate that you agree to fulfill the expectations listed.Student Expectations:To listen to instructions carefully and complete best work.To bring my materials every day and be on time to class.To treat my teachers, classmates and parents with respect, and follow the classroom and school rules and expectations.To complete all my assignments and make up work when absent.To have a positive attitude, exhibit proper behavior, and be dedicated. I understand the requirements and rules that are set by this syllabus and I agree to follow them.Student Signature: ________________________________________________________Period: _____________Date: _____________________Email: __________________________________________________________________Parent Contact Information:Parent or Guardian Name (Print) _______________________________________________________________________Parent or Guardian Signature: _______________________________________ Date: ___________________________Email: _____________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________Additional comments about availability, or other information that you want the teacher to know:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________*This agreement form/contract stays in students file.46609006794500-1397006794500 ................
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