HST 1010-01/02
World History II (3 units) Patricia Andrews, MA
Spring
2014—MWF 8:00 http://WHSpring2014.blogspot.com
Cuvilly 9 pandrews@ndnu.edu
Course Summary
This
course will survey the history of world civilizations from approximately 1500
to the present using primary source readings and emphasizing cultural and
developmental themes.
Texts
Strayer,
Robert, Ways of the World
Additional
readings as assigned in class
Learning
Outcomes
Students will…
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the
political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, and artistic experiences
of peoples around the world over time; recognize the influence of global forces
and identify their connections to local and national developments (1)
2. Understand how decisions
made in the past continue to shape society & political discourse (2)
3. Demonstrate familiarity with
the historical literature & conflicting interpretations of the past (3)
4. Weigh & interpret
evidence and present a sustained argument supported by historical evidence (4)
5. Demonstrate the ability to
effectively communicate historical knowledge and reasoning orally and in
writing (5)
6. Use the tools of social
science research in formulating a research topic, collecting and analyzing evidence,
and presenting results (4)
Requirements
Consistent attendance and reading are
essential to college success. In-class quizzes and assignments will assess
students’ preparation on a regular basis and will take the place of midterm and
final exams.
1) Students will produce a
minimum of 32 pages of written work. All formal papers must be submitted in MLA
format. A class blog/Reading Journal will be kept on a weekly basis as readings
are completed. This will be kept online using blogger.com. Late papers will be
penalized in the amount of one full letter grade per week.
2) Note-taking is an essential
academic skill. Students are expected to keep appropriate and effective records
of what transpires during each class session.
3) Oral communication
opportunities develop confidence and skill in public speaking. These will
include informal communication in class discussions, impromptu speaking and
storytelling opportunities, formal presentations and additional opportunities
as assigned in class.
4) Attendance and participation
are required.
5) History courses require
considerable time spent reading and writing. Please plan your study time
accordingly and let me know if you are concerned about falling behind in either
of these areas.
6) Upper division students will
be held to upper division standards of performance & will be required to
complete an additional assignment for presentation to other students during the
semester.
Evaluation
A total of 1100 points is
possible, broken down into the categories below. Students are encouraged to keep
track of their progress on a regular basis throughout the semester.
Exams 2
@ 100 points = 200
Analytical Essay 1
@ 100 points = 100
Class Blog/Reading Journal 1
@ 200 points = 200
Research Project 1
@ 172 points = 200
Attendance 40
days @ 5 points = 200
Participation 40
days @ 5 points = 200
Academic
Honesty
Academic honesty is a
cornerstone of our values at NDNU. If any words or ideas used in an assignment
submission do not represent your original words or ideas, you must cite all
relevant sources and make clear the extent to which such sources were used.
Words or ideas that require citation include, but are not limited to, all hard
copy or electronic publications, whether copyrighted or not, and all verbal or
visual communication when the content of such communication clearly originates
from an identifiable source. Consult the NDNU Student Handbook regarding
consequences of misrepresenting your work.
Note to Students with Disabilities
Notre
Dame de Namur University complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Students who have a disability that might affect academic performance in this
class are encouraged to confer with the instructor at the beginning of the
semester and to contact Dr. Peggy Koshland Crane in the Program for Academic
Support and Services (PASS) (650-508-3670; mcrane@ndnu.edu).
In order to receive accommodations, students must register with the PASS
office.
Average Student Workload Expectations: Class time
consists of 45 hours and students are expected to attend. Students are expected
to engage in approximately 90 hours of out-of-class homework over the fifteen
weeks, or approximately six hours per week. Course assignments are made in
accordance with this expectation.
Workload Distribution: Hours in Class 45
Readings 45
Written Assignments 40
Exam Preparation 5
Program Learning Outcomes – History
- demonstrate
knowledge of the political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, and
artistic experiences of peoples around the world over time; recognize the
influence of global forces and identify their connections to local and
national developments
- understand how
decisions made in the past continue to shape society and political
discourse
- demonstrate
familiarity with the historical literature and with conflicting
interpretations of the past – historiography
- weigh and
interpret evidence and present a sustained argument supported by
historical evidence; use the tools of social science research –
statistical and qualitative – in formulating a research topic, collecting
and analyzing evidence, and presenting results
- demonstrate
the ability to effectively communicate historical knowledge and reasoning
orally and in writing
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