Western Civilization I

Introduction: The Basics Course title: “Western Civilization I” Course Number: HIST 1050 Room: Times: Course website: http://faculty.uml.edu/adrenas/Teaching/WestCivI.aspx

Introduction: The Instructor Contact Information *E-mail*: Andrew_Drenas@uml.edu Office Hours: I contact students via UML student addresses

Introduction: The Course Course Description Broad study of history of “the West” Surveys major attributes, people, events associated with European civilization Ancient Near East to Scientific Revolution

Introduction: The Texts Thomas Noble et al., Western Civilization: Beyond Boundaries (2014) RECOMMENDED Supplements lectures

Introduction: The Texts Rand McNally’s Historical Atlas of the World REQUIRED For map quizzes Goal: know where important locations are

Introduction: Grading Quizzes/Assignment 25% of your total grade (100 points) 2 map quizzes (25 points each  50 points) Primary source analysis (50 points) First Exam Second Exam Final Exam

Introduction: Grading Information about Exams Based on lectures Multiple choice, Scantron format To Keep in Mind While Studying No dates CAPITALIZED terms What is the main point?

Introduction: Grading Tardy Work 10-point deduction will result each day, for Failure to take exams and quizzes on scheduled day Late assignments

Introduction: Grading Extra Credit Limit of two assignments Each worth +10 Options Second (or third) primary source paper Oral presentation Must be completed before final class period Be sure to follow instructions!

Introduction: Grading “A Policy” Earn all A grades (90-100) on first two exams, map quizzes, and writing assignment… Reward Exemption from having to take final Final grade: A or A-

Introduction: ELOs Essential Learning Outcomes (ELOs) This course satisfies the “Diversity and Cultural Awareness” (DCA) requirement Students will come away from the course able to Explain diversity of Western history from antiquity to early modern period Read, interpret, analyze primary source documents Gain experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing Progress will be assessed based on Exams Primary source analysis Map quizzes Contribution to class discussions (+)

Introduction: Miscellaneous Lectures Power Point presentations Available online Able to be printed

Introduction: Attendance Attendance and Participation Not part of your grade Students will receive BOOST in final grade if… They constantly attend Constantly participate in class discussions, etc.

Introduction: Miscellaneous Academic Dishonesty Will not be tolerated in this class! https://www.uml.edu/Catalog/Undergraduate/Policies/Academic-Integrity.aspx

Introduction: Miscellaneous Disabilities Let the instructor know as soon as possible so any necessary arrangements can be made…

Introduction: Miscellaneous Cell phones must be silenced, tucked away before class begins Snacks and drinks are okay

Introduction Questions?

Introduction Who are you? Name, nickname Major Why this class?

Introduction: To Keep in Mind… Dating: B.C. / A.D. B.C.E./ C.E.

Western Civilization I Time to reflect… What does “Western” mean? What does “civilization” mean?

Western Civilization I How do the following images reflect on themes from “Western civilization”?

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