World Civilization II

Introduction: The Basics Course title: “World Civilization II” Course Number: HIST 1080 Room: Times: Course website: http://faculty.uml.edu/adrenas/Teaching/WorldCivII.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 world history from early modern period to present Early Modern Powers to issues facing us in twenty-first century Surveys major attributes, people, events associated with modern world

Introduction: The Texts Philip Adler and Randall Pouwells, World Civilizations, 7th ed., vol. 2 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: 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 themes of early modern/modern world history 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: 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- Cannot be based on extra credit

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

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

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

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

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