In History 311, we will be studying U.S. History from the Civil War through the 20th century. This time period explains a lot about the history of the way things are today in the United States. Through the semester, you are invited to consider your experiences and the experiences of people you know to better understand how history creates a framework that affects us all!
If you have questions that I can help you with, please contact me! The best way to reach me is via email at Profkehew@gmail.com - Monday through Friday, I will respond within 24 hours. It will take a little longer on the weekends, OR you can drop by my online office hours on Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. and text chat within Canvas!
Regular access to a computer with word processing software (Google Docs is free for students!)
Regular internet access.
Willingness to practice and improve time management, academic writing, and online communication skills
The textbook for this class is available for free online at www.openstax.org/details/books/us-history
We will be learning to use academic databases through SCC's library to access academic journal articles and videos. These resources are free for SCC students!
I try hard to make sure everyone can freely access the course materials and participate in class activities! To that end, please let me know if you require accommodation. I am more than happy to work with Disability Services to make sure this class is fair and accessible for all!
This course covers the development of American Institutions and society from Reconstruction to the present and partially fulfills American Institutions requirements. The course emphasizes the role played by political, economic, social, cultural, and intellectual forces on the culture and development of multiple ethnic groups in a comparative format.
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to
identify, explain, and evaluate the major historical forces in United States history from 1865 to the present.
generate significant open-ended questions about United States history and critically analyze primary and secondary sources to construct historical arguments orally and/or in writing.
evaluate and analyze the diverse experiences and perspectives of multiple ethnic groups in United States history through an examination of conflicting narratives and power imbalances.
demonstrate an understanding of the inter-connectedness between United States history and global history to foster active civic engagement.
apply historical knowledge and historical thinking to contemporary issues.
collect, sift, organize, question, synthesize, and interpret historical material.