Modern American History

Course Description:

This course will emphasize significant events, critical movements, and people in the United States from the 1960's through the present day. Topics will include rights movements, turmoil, change, developing information technology, globalization, and future challenges. Students will be expected to have open minds, think critically, and utilize the skills and tools that historians use. Focus will be placed on the development of skills necessary to analyze historical sources and form historical arguments.

Units of Study:

• Rights Movements

• Turmoil

• Changes

• Age of Information

• Globalization

• New Challenges

Required Materials:

• Pencils/Pens

• Highlighters

• 1 notebook

• 1 folder

• Chromebook

• Headphones/ear buds

*Any additional materials will be provided by the teacher or will be requested of the students in advance.*

Class Expectations:

1. Have required materials

2. Be ready to work when the bell rings

3. Follow instructions

4. Raise your hand if you have something to say

5. Be an active listener and note taker

6. Use technology appropriately

7. Appreciate the input and property of others

8. No cell phones, unless given permission

9. No cheating or plagiarism

10. NEVER argue with the teacher

Coursework:

Graded Categories

• News Now: 5%

• Assignments and Projects: 50%

• Quizzes: 45%

Absences/Late Work:

From the Elk Mound High School Student Handbook:

If a student is to miss class, it is the student’s responsibility to request any late work from the teacher and any missed notes from a classmate. Students will be given additional time to complete an assignment if they have an excused absence.

Late work not related to absences will be accepted with a deduction of 25% for each school day it is late. Assignments with an odd number of points will be rounded down.

*NOTE: As the teacher, I have the right to change any part of this syllabus, if I deem necessary.*