syllabus

World History ~ Jones

Room: 115

Email: wjones@stillwaterschools.com

Textbook: World History: The Modern Era Ellis/Esler (Pearson)

Introduction and Rules

World History is the history of the human race and how humankind developed in time. It encompasses the study of philosophy, art, language, literature, conflict, and political history. We’ll study people, places, events, and how they all relate in time.

History is simply a story. It has been passed down from generation to generation, and civilization to civilization. It is used to teach morals, maintain culture, and to promote national pride. History helps us understand ourselves and others through the stories that we examine. You will be asked to analyze events critically, instead of learning just when an event happened, and whom it happened to. We will study the interaction and impact of systems. This is a problem-solving course.

Because this is a high school class, World History is designed to prepare students for college, and to create better citizens, regardless of their individual future aspirations. You will be challenged to read, investigate, research, and write more than you may be accustomed to. This will help soften the blow of college expectations when you move on at the end of the school year.

You can enjoy this class, and have academic success if these few simple rules are followed by everybody:

1. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS. Please ask for help when you don’t understand. Your work will not be done for you, but you’ll have a better understanding of what is expected. I’ll do my best to be clear and concise, but you must PAY ATTENTION.

2. COME TO CLASS PREPARED WITH ALL REQUIRED MATERIAL. Always assume that you need your textbook, black pen, pencil, paper and notebook, regardless of what is scheduled.

3. TURN IN YOUR ASSIGNMENTS ON TIME. It is your responsibility to keep up with your work. The grade for an assignment can be reduced 25-50% for each late day. After an assignment is graded in class, little or no credit will be given to work turned in after the fact.

4. PROMPTNESS. Be in your seat before the bell rings. Desks should be cleared and ready for action. If bellwork is assigned, you will be expected to be working on it when the bell rings.

5. RESPECT. I’ll treat you with respect and consideration and expect the same in return. Be a scholar. You are to always treat your classmates with respect. Know the Golden Rule. If a classmate asks a question that you think is elementary, then you should quietly take pride in the fact that you are so knowledgeable.

6. COMPLY WITH ALL SCHOOL RULES, REGULATIONS, AND POLICIES. It is important to know the rules you are expected to follow. Read the student handbook.

7. KEEP THE CLASSROOM (& DESKS) CLEAN. Before leaving class, check your area. Pick up paper and return desk to original place unless told otherwise. You are provided with special containers for items which no longer have worldly use. Use the trashcans.

8. GROUPS. We will often work in small groups. This will require cooperation and individual responsibility. If you don’t pull your own weight, your grade on a group project will reflect that.

9. PARTICIPATION. Everyone is expected to answer oral questions, ask questions, and participate in class and group discussions. Participation is graded.

10. ETHICS. Do your own work. Plagiarism in any manner will not be tolerated. Punishment for plagiarism (from books, internet, classmates, or others) will be severe.

11. ATTENDANCE. Many class activities cannot be made-up. Often, in group activities, others will be counting on your contributions. In short, avoid absences. As you will see on the schedule, we have a lot of material to cover, and every day has an objective. There are no days off. Make-up work is to be done outside of class.

    • CONSEQUENCES. You make your own choices, and just as there are many rewards for good choices, there are punishments for bad ones. Consequences are listed below:

      • • POSITIVE CONSEQUENCES:

          • a. Infinite praise

          • b. A good education

          • c. Various rewards for performance (to be determined by me).

          • d. Classroom privileges (preferred seating, choice activities, etc)

          • e. Good grades

• • • • NEGATIVE CONSEQUENCES:

        • a. Verbal or written warning

        • b. Student-Teacher conference in-between classes

        • c. Lunch detention

        • d. Referral to principal

        • e. Parent-teacher conference

Grading

• Exams/Essays/Projects = Major Grades (50+ pts)

• Daily Assignments = Minor Grades (10-30 pts)

  • • • • • 90-100 A

          • 80-89 B

          • 70-79 C

          • 60-69 D

          • < 60 F

My intention is to help you have a successful year and prepare you for college. I’ll work with you and your parents/guardians to ensure you are in a position to succeed.

Textbook: World History: The Modern Era

Ellis/Esler (Pearson)

• Review Topic: Connecting with Past Learnings (Prehistory-1650)

• Topic 1: The Renaissance and Reformation (1300-1650)

• Topic 2: New Global Connections (1415-1796)

• Topic 3: Absolutism and Revolution (1550-1850)

• Topic 4: The Industrial Revolution (1750-1914)

• Topic 5: Nationalism and the Spread of Democracy (1790-1914)

• Topic 6: The Age of Imperialism (1800-1914)

• Topic 7: World War I and the Russian Revolution (1914-1924)

• Topic 8: The World Between the Wars (1910-1939)

• Topic 9: World War II (1930-1945)

• Topic 10: The Cold War (1945-1991)

• Topic 11: New Nations Emerge (1945-Present)

• Topic 12: The World Today (1980-Present)

World History

TOPIC 0: Connecting with Past Learnings (Prehistory - 1650)

Lesson 1: Origins of Civilization

Lesson 2: The Ancient Middle East and Egypt

Lesson 3: Ancient India and China

Lesson 4: The Americas

Lesson 5: Ancient Greece

Lesson 6: Ancient Rome and the Origins of Christianity

Lesson 7: Medieval Christian Europe

Lesson 8: The Muslim World and Africa

Lesson 9: Civilizations of Asia

TOPIC 1: The Renaissance and Reformation (1300-1650)

Lesson 1.1: The Italian Renaissance

Lesson 1.2: The Renaissance in Northern Europe

Lesson 1.3: The Protestant Reformation

Lesson 1.4: Reformation Ideas Spread

Lesson 1.5: The Scientific Revolution

TOPIC 2: New Global Connections (1415-1796)

Lesson 2.1: Europeans Explore Overseas

Lesson 2.2: Europeans Gain Footholds in Asia

Lesson 2.3: European Conquests in the Americas

Lesson 2.4: European Colonies in North America

Lesson 2.5: The Slave Trade and Its Impact on Africa

Lesson 2.6: Effects of Global Contact

TOPIC 3: Absolutism and Revolution (1550-1850)

Lesson 3.1: Absolute Monarchy in Spain and France

Lesson 3.2: Rise of Austria, Prussia, and Russia

Lesson 3.3: Triumph of Parliament in England

Lesson 3.4: The Enlightenment

Lesson 3.5: The American Revolution

Lesson 3.6: The French Revolution Begins

Lesson 3.7: A Radical Phase

Lesson 3.8: The Age of Napoleon

TOPIC 4: The Industrial Revolution (1750-1914)

Lesson 4.1: The Industrial Revolution Begins

Lesson 4.2: Social Impact of Industrialism

Lesson 4.3: The Second Industrial Revolution

Lesson 4.4: Changing Ways of Life and Thought

TOPIC 5: Nationalism and the Spread of Democracy (1790-1914)

Lesson 5.1: Revolutions Sweep Europe

Lesson 5.2: Latin American Nations Win Independence

Lesson 5.3: The Unification of Germany

Lesson 5.4: The Unification of Italy

Lesson 5.5: Democratic Reforms in Britain

Lesson 5.6: Divisions and Democracy in France

Lesson 5.7: Growth of the United States

Lesson 5.8: Nationalism in Eastern Europe and Russia

TOPIC 6: The Age of Imperialism (1800-1914)

Lesson 6.1: The New Imperialism

Lesson 6.2: European Colonies in Africa

Lesson 6.3: Europe and the Muslim World

Lesson 6.4: Indian Becomes a British Colony

Lesson 6.5: China and the West

Lesson 6.6: The Modernization of Japan

Lesson 6.7: Southeast Asia and the Pacific

Lesson 6.8: The Americas and the Age of Imperialism

TOPIC 7: World War I and the Russian Revolution (1914-1924)

Lesson 7.1: World War I Begins

Lesson 7.2: Fighting the Great War

Lesson 7.3: World War I Ends

Lesson 7.4: Revolution in Russia

TOPIC 8: The World Between the Wars (1910-1939)

Lesson 8.1: Revolution and Nationalism in Latin America

Lesson 8.2: Nationalist Movements in Africa and the Middle East

Lesson 8.3: India Seeks Self-Rule

Lesson 8.4: New Forces in China and Japan

Lesson 8.5: The West After World War I

Lesson 8.6: Fascism Emerges in Italy

Lesson 8.7: The Soviet Union Under Stalin

Lesson 8.8: The Rise of Nazi Germany

TOPIC 9: World War II (1930-1945)

Lesson 9.1: Aggression, Appeasement, and War

Lesson 9.2: Axis Powers Advance

Lesson 9.3: The Holocaust

Lesson 9.4: The Allies Turn the Tide

Lesson 9.5: Victory for the Allies

TOPIC 10: The Cold War Era (1945-1991)

Lesson 10.1: A New Global Conflict

Lesson 10.2: The Western Democracies and Japan

Lesson 10.3: Communism in East Asia

Lesson 10.4: War in Southeast Asia

Lesson 10.5: The Cold War Ends

TOPIC 11: New Nations Emerge (1945-Present)

Lesson 11.1: New Nations in South Asia and Southeast Asia

Lesson 11.2: African Nations Win Independence

Lesson 11.3: The Modern Middle East Takes Shape

Lesson 11.4: Conflicts in the Middle East

TOPIC 12: The World Today (1980-Present)

Lesson 12.1: Challenges of Development

Lesson 12.2: Challenges for African Nations

Lesson 12.3: Rapid Development in China and India

Lesson 12.4: Latin American Nations Move Toward Democracy

Lesson 12.5: The Industrialized World

Lesson 12.6: Globalization and Trade

Lesson 12.7: Social and Environmental Issues

Lesson 12.8: Terrorism and International Security

Lesson 12.9: Advances in Science and Technology

Key

TOPIC = Chapter (TOPIC = Current Chapter)

Lesson = Sections within Topic (Current Lesson = Current Sections within Topic)

EXAM = Major Assessment

BELL = Textbook Chapter Packets Work (In-class individual work time at beginning of class)

HW = Homework

L/D = Lecture/Discussion: + Topic

DUE = Assignment Due

MEDIA = The multi-media used in class that day

WSW = Wadja Say Wednesday = Last 1/2 Hour every Wednesday dedicated to remediation or enrichment. Enrichment will be discussion or activity unrelated to curriculum, but relevant to our understanding of the world around us, such as current events.

*= Holidays, special events