Hillcrest High School 2018-2019 Modern World History Hillcrest High School 2018-2019

“Modern” World History Students in Grade Ten study major turning points that shaped the modern world, from the late 18th century through the present, including the cause and course of the two world wars. They trace the rise of democratic ideas and develop an understanding of the historical roots of current world issues, especially as they pertain to international relations.

“Modern” World History Students develop an understanding of current world issues and relate them to their historical, geographic, political, economic, and cultural contexts. Students consider multiple accounts of events in order to understand international relations from a variety of perspectives.

Welcome Phones/Backpacks Seating Chart Who is supposed to be here? Introductions

WHY World History?

“Modern” World History

High School Graduation Requirement College And Work Skills You have no choice High School Graduation Requirement College And Work Skills Don’t Let Others Make Decisions For You

“Modern” World History SYLLABUS Materials Grading Scale Grading Breakdown Class Rules

Three Tardies = Detention In OCI Call/email home if problem persists TARDY POLICY Three Tardies = Detention In OCI Call/email home if problem persists

BACKPACKS Off The Desks On Hooks Out Of The Aisles

THE PASS No Passes First And Last 15 Minutes Of Class Leave Cell Phone With Teacher While Using Pass

Cellphones

Common Questions Is this class hard? Is there a lot of homework? Do we have to take notes? Can I go to the bathroom?

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