1. World Civilization I

2. Introduction: The Basics
Course title: “World Civilization I”
Course Number: HIST 1070
Room:
Times: Tu/Th, 8:00-9:15
Course website:

3. Introduction: The Instructor
Contact Information
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Office Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 9-10:45 a.m., in Dugan 106N
I contact students via UML student addresses

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

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

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

7. 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

8. Introduction: Grading
Information about Exams
Based on lectures
Multiple choice, Scantron format
To keep in mind while studying
Study guides
No dates
CAPITALIZED terms

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

10. Introduction: Grading
Extra Credit
Limit of two assignments
Each worth +10
Options
Primary source analysis
Oral presentation
Must be completed before final class period

11. 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

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

13. 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, activities
Can use A & P credit to boost B+ grades to A grades

14. Introduction: Classroom
Academic Dishonesty
Will not be tolerated in this class!

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

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

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Questions?

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

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

20. World Civilization
How do the following images reflect on themes from world history?

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Questions?