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Welcome to World History
Welcome to World History
This class will cover the medieval and early modern periods of world history. We will study about how during these times empires rose and fell, the great diffusions of religions, languages, costumes, and peoples around the world, and the significant movements of people, ideas, and technologies. We will look at these periods and how the regions of the world became more interconnected and the struggles between all of these peoples and ideas went to forge the modern world that we live in today. This will be more than a class of dates, names, and places. We will look at the past using the tools of the Historian, evidence and argument. We will learn how to think, research, and write about the events of the past and present in an academic manner that befits a critical mind. We will explore how our links to the past have helped shape the present and, in turn, learn from the mistakes of our collective past to build a better future.
This class will cover the medieval and early modern periods of world history. We will study about how during these times empires rose and fell, the great diffusions of religions, languages, costumes, and peoples around the world, and the significant movements of people, ideas, and technologies. We will look at these periods and how the regions of the world became more interconnected and the struggles between all of these peoples and ideas went to forge the modern world that we live in today. This will be more than a class of dates, names, and places. We will look at the past using the tools of the Historian, evidence and argument. We will learn how to think, research, and write about the events of the past and present in an academic manner that befits a critical mind. We will explore how our links to the past have helped shape the present and, in turn, learn from the mistakes of our collective past to build a better future.
This site as well as the linked resources and documents are here to help you be successful in World History. If you have questions, concerns or need any help or support please remember that I am here to help you in any way that I am able. Contact me and we can discuss any problem, question, or concern that you might have. Welcome aboard it is going to be a fun adventure this year.
Overview of World History
Overview of World History
Essential Questions for World History
Essential Questions for World History
How did the distant regions of the world become more interconnected through medieval and early modern times?
What were the multiple ways people of different cultures interacted at sites of encounter? What were the effects of their interactions?
How did the environment and technological innovations affect the expansion of agriculture, cities, and human population? What impact did human expansion have on the environment?
Why did many states and empires gain more power over people and territories over the course of medieval and early modern times?
How did major religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Sikhism) and cultural systems (Confucianism, the Scientific Revolution, and the Enlightenment) develop and change over time? How did they spread to multiple cultures?
Units for 7th Grade World History
Units for 7th Grade World History
The World in 300 CE (Interconnections in Afro Eurasia and Americas)
Rome and Christendom, 300 CE–1200 (Roman Empire, Development and Spread of Christianity, Medieval Europe, and Sicily)
Southwestern Asia, 300–1200: Persia and the World of Islam (Persia, Umayyad and Abbasid Caliphates, Development and Spread of Islam, Sicily, and Cairo)
South Asia, 300–1200 (Gupta Empire, Spread of Hinduism and Buddhism, Srivijaya)
East Asia, 300–1300: China and Japan (China during Tang and Song, Spread of Buddhism, Korea and Japan, Quanzhou)
The Americas, 300–1490 (Maya, Aztec, Inca)
West Africa, 900–1400 (Ghana, Mali)
Sites of Encounter in Medieval World, 1150–1490 (Mongols, Majorca, Calicut)
Global Convergence, 1450–1750 (Voyages, Columbian Exchange, Trade Networks, Gunpowder Empires; Colonialism in the Americas and Southeast Asia, Atlantic World)
The Impact of Ideas, 1500–1750 (The spread of Religions, Reformation, Renaissance, Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment)
Classroom Rules and Procedures
Classroom Rules and Procedures
Mr. Taylor’s Teaching Philosophy
Mr. Taylor’s Teaching Philosophy
- You have the right to learn in a safe, supportive, and respectful environment, Mr. Taylor will work to ensure this at all times.
- Mr. Taylor does not give grades you earn them. This class will challenge you but it is worth it.
- Take care of yourself. Don't worry about what other people are doing or saying.
Classroom Rules
Classroom Rules
- Obey all School rules (See established school and district rules). The rules are the same in this class as they are anywhere on Campus. These same rules apply in our digital classroom as well.
- Respect other people and their property (This means no talking when someone else is talking and keep your hands to yourself and off other people's stuff. This is also true for digital materials and online content).
- Come to class on time and prepared to work everyday (Bring all required materials everyday). This is true for our online classroom. If you are not in class but expected to log in to be a part of our class make sure that you are on time and ready to work.
Types of Assignments
Types of Assignments
All the point values are subject to change with prior notice given by the teacher to students.
Homework = 10 points
Weekly Quizzes = 15-20 points (depending on the length and unit of study) given at the end of every week
Unit Tests= 50-100 Points (depending on the length and unit of study), will be given at the end of every unit (usually every 2-3 weeks)
Essay / Writing Tests = 50 Points, these will be given as part of your unit tests.
In Class Notes = 100 Points (Collected at the end of the unit)
Unit Vocabulary = Points will depend on the list of vocabulary words for that unit of study (Average of 20 points)
Video Notes = Points will depend on the unit of study (Average of 20 points)
Class Discussion = 30 points (10 for initial posts, 20 for replying to classmates)
Term Research Projects = points will be determined based on the amount of time and the unit of study (Average of 200 points)
Extra Credit will be given at the teachers discretion (point value will vary)
Class Participation = Points will be awarded based on class participation both in person in the classroom and online as part of the digital classroom
Academic Heading for All Work
Academic Heading for All Work
Name, Date, Period, and Assignment number or heading = All in the upper right hand corner of the paper.
All papers without the proper heading will not be graded.
Digital Files Should be named with your last name first, then assignment name or number, date.
Any file submitted without this naming structure will not be graded.
Class Grading Scale
Class Grading Scale
90% and Above = A
80% - 89% = B
70% - 79% = C
60% - 69% = D
Below 60% = F
Digital Classroom and Online Assignments
Digital Classroom and Online Assignments
We will be using Google Classroom during this class
Assignments will be posted to the classwork tab
Daily Schedule will be posted on the Stream
The Digital Classroom is an extension of the in person classroom, so all rules apply
You will find guides for citation of sources on the site as well as your first day packet
Our Digital Classroom endeavors to be ADA compliant and is a constant work in progress
If you see something that is wrong or you have trouble accessing any materials in this classroom let the teacher know immediately and it will be taken care of to make sure you have the materials and resources that you need.
Materials Needed for Class
Materials Needed for Class
This list may change or be added to with prior notice by the teacher to the student (Periodic Checks of Materials will be counted toward final grade)
Composition Book (at least 2 to start, more may be required as year progresses)
Some Kind of Binder (A Place to keep all of your stuff together)
Pencils
Pen (Blue or Black)
Paper (81/2” X 11”, White Lined, College rule or standard does not matter)
Silent Reading Book
Daily Planner
Headphones / Earbuds (Cheap or Inexpensive models that you don’t mind losing)
You will be issued a Chromebook to use while you are here.
You will be responsible for this device and its use during your tenure in this class
You will need the internet to complete most assignments for this class
If you do not have stable internet away from school please let the teacher know they will work with you to find alternative solutions.
Late Work
Late Work
Work is late if it is not turned in at the appointed time as stated by the teacher
Late Work will not be accepted
Make Up Work
Make Up Work
You have one day for every day that you are absent to make up any work that you have missed.
You are responsible for coming to the teacher at appointed times to get the work for the days that you have missed
Talk to the Teacher about missing work: BEFORE or AFTER School, BEFORE or AFTER Class, or LUNCH. Teacher will not talk about missing work during class.
Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity
You will be called on to complete original research and work.
You will be held accountable to the idea that the work that you turn in is your own work and not someone else’s.
You must cite your sources as well as any other places or people that you use in your work.
Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action.
Cheating will not be tolerated.
Tutoring Support
Tutoring Support
If you need extra help there is after school tutoring and study hall.
Times for study hall will be posted in class as well as in our online classroom.
Let me know. I am here to help, but I can only help if I know that you are having a problem
MLA Citation for this Class
MLA Citation for this Class
You are required to cite all sources of research that you use in this class according to the MLA format. Make sure that every time you use information, quotes, pictures, videos, or other research from any source it is cited following the MLA style. We will practice this throughout the year. When in doubt refer to the citation guides here or those found in the resources page in our online classroom. For more information or any type of sources that is not listed here you can always check the Online Writing Lab at Purdue University. This is a free resources that has everything that you would need as a research writer for proper style and citation.
ADA Compliance and Online Discussions
ADA Compliance and Online Discussions
These resources are to help you during your online discussions. These guides will help you learn the rules and regulations for having a productive and safe online discussion. The ADA Guides will help you when you are creating content to be shared with the public to make sure that you are doing it in a way that makes sure that everyone can access the information that you have to share. Copies of these documents are part of your first day packet as well as in the digital classroom and here in PDF form.
Contact Me
Contact Me
ctaylor@stancoe.org
Office Hours:
Before School
After School
Lunch by Appointment
During Tutoring Hours:
Tuesday, Thursday 3:30-4:30 PM
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