World Civilization I

Introduction: The Basics Course title: “World Civilization I” Course Number: 43.107 Room: Dates: Times:

Introduction: The Instructor Instructor: Dr. Andrew Drenas *E-mail*: Andrew_Drenas@uml.edu Office: Office Hours:

Introduction: The Course Course Description Panoramic study of world history and civilization Ancient Near East to early modern period Surveys major attributes, people, events associated with world history

Introduction: The Texts Philip Adler and Randall Pouwells, World Civilizations, 7th ed. RECOMMENDED Supplements lectures

Introduction: The Texts Rand McNally’s Historical Atlas of the World (2005) 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 (Ancient World) Second Exam (The Middle Ages) Final Exam (Early Modern Period)

Introduction: Grading Information about Exams Based on lectures Multiple choice, Scantron format To Keep in Mind While Studying What is the main point? Pay special attention to CAPITALIZED terms, slides addressing single concepts and individuals! No dates!

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 Extra credit options are available to hard-working students concerned about their grades Limit of two assignments Options? Second (or third) primary source paper Oral presentation Must be completed before final class period

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

Introduction: Attendance Regarding Attendance Not part of your grade Students will receive BOOST in final grade if… They constantly attend Constantly participate in class discussions, etc. Are constantly present for historical films, documentaries, etc.

Introduction: Miscellaneous Academic Dishonesty Will not be tolerated in this class! http://www.uml.edu/catalog/undergraduate/policies/academic_dishonesty.htm

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

Introduction: Miscellaneous Lectures Our class will be mostly based on lectures Lectures available online: http://faculty.uml.edu/adrenas/Teaching/WorldCivI.aspx

Introduction: Miscellaneous Cell phones must be turned off before lectures begin Snacks and drinks are okay

Introduction Questions?

Introduction Who are you? Name, nickname Major? Academic plans? Why this course?

Introduction: To Keep in Mind… Dating – the two systems: B.C. (Before Christ) / A.D. (Anno Domini) B.C.E. (Before the Common/Christian Era) / C.E. (Common/Christian Era)

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