Mr. Armenteros United States History Teacher Open House 2018 Mr. Armenteros United States History Teacher

Class Objectives Develop reading, writing, speaking, listening and organizational skills; Understand the causes shaping American actions; Examine principles of democracy and economics; Explore tendencies and conditions causing conflict in the US and throughout the world; Question moral choices.

Academic Policy Grades are based on classwork, homework, projects, notes, and exams Exams are worth 2-3X a grade

Absent Policy If a student is absent, inform the teacher for make – up work. Failure to do so will result in an F.

Course Topics 1st grading period 2nd grading period 3rd grading period Civil War, Reconstruction, Populists, Indian Wars, Industrialization, Labor and Progressive movement Imperialism, World War I, Roaring 20’s, Great Depression, World War II, Early Cold War, US Recovery, Civil Rights, Vietnam, End of the Cold War, Domestic/foreign issues Major issues of the 21st century 1st grading period 2nd grading period 3rd grading period 4th grading period

Typical Day Lesson/Notes Kahoot Reward for Participation Presentation Source (Video, Gateway, Primary Source) Assignment on presentation

EOC Students will take the EOC in this course in May on the aforementioned topics The EOC counts as 30% of the grade, so it is extremely important that they are ready to pass the exam.

EOC Sample 1

EOC Sample 2 In the late 1800s, how did railroad monopolies create economic hardships for farmers? A. by claiming productive land for business leaders to develop B. by charging high prices to ship agricultural goods to market C. by separating farmers from profitable markets in western cities D. by isolating farmers from technological developments in eastern cities

Materials Bring sufficient paper Pens/pencils Three ring binder with pockets Notes Tablets

Resources My Website (Power Points Available) Book: Online through Student Portal Gateway book

Good Bye For Now! You can contact me at: armenteros@dadeschools.net. I look forward to working with you and your child this school year