COURSE OVERVIEW, REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS

MRS. LEVINE

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Post-World War II History

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This is a semester-long survey course that begins with the examination of the question: How did the end of World War II set a series of events in motion that have combined to shape the world today? This question serves as a focus for our study of world history from 1945 through 2015, as we investigate the fundamental facts, concepts and themes that allow students to understand the major forces that have shaped Eastern and Western civilization since the end of World War Two. Included will be an overview of the Cold War, and countries affected by it from 1945 to 1991, as well as an overview of Africa, Latin America, Southern Asia, and the Middle East in the last seventy years. Students will also have the opportunity to look at the attacks against the US on 9/11 and how America’s response to these attacks further shaped the world today.

REQUIRED MATERIALS

1. One three-ring binder, specifically for history class;2. Pen or pencil;3. Loose leaf paper; and,4. Binder Dividers - you will need 7.

COURSE OUTCOMES

Over this upcoming semester, you will have the opportunity to:

Become conversant in a broad range of issues related to world history since 1945; Think critically about global history since 1945 from many historical perspectives; and, Identify the key events, people and places in world history since 1945.

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COURSE RULES AND STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

There are a few rules that need to be followed to ensure the success of our classroom:

1. Respect your peers, teacher and physical surroundings;2. Be in your seat when the bell rings. Unexcused lateness will result in a detention or a referral

to the dean;3. Class cuts = 5 points off your final grade and a referral to the dean; and,4. Bathroom visits must be kept to a minimum. At the start of each term, students will each be

given a sheet of 8 bathroom passes. Once a student has used up these 8 passes, they will be unable to leave the room unless it is an emergency. Any passes that a student has a left at the end of the term may be used for extra credit points.

These are my expectations of you as students:

o Attend class everyday.o Come to class prepared – this means with your binder, a writing tool, and an open mind.o Complete all assignments, both in and out of class.o Participate!! You will enjoy the course more if you do!o If you do not understand something, simply ask! You’ll be doing yourself, and probably

someone else, a favor.o Always try your hardest.

HONORS CREDIT

This class is a mix of Honors and CCP students. Honors students will be expected to complete more intensive work then the CCP students. If you are listed as an Honors student, and do not want to be it is your responsibility to change it.

AVAILABILITY

E-Mail: I am available by e-mail at all times. I check my e-mail regularly throughout the day and will respond to any questions you have as soon as possible.

Before/After School: I am available before school, starting at 7:30 in Room D205, and after school in room D205 until at least 3 pm everyday. If you’d like to stay later, or meet with me earlier in the morning, I can meet you then – but you must ask me in advance.

THOMAS CRANE LIBRARY HOURS

Monday – Thursday: 9 am to 9 pm, Friday – Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm, Sunday: 1 pm to 5 pm.

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GRADING

IN ORDER TO GRADUATE, YOU MUST PASS THIS CLASS. AS SUCH, YOU NEED TO PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO YOUR GRADES IN THIS CLASSROOM. Your grades will be based on a point system. Every assignment will be assigned a certain value in points as listed below.

A. Classwork = (10 – 50 points)

Class work includes any activity completed, collected and graded during class. Class work assignments can be made up only if the student is absent the day it was assigned. If you are absent, it is your responsibility to come and see me for work that you missed while you were out of class.

B. Homework = (10 – 50 points)

Homework will be assigned with due dates. It is in your best interest to do your homework on the night it is assigned, as it specifically relates to our classroom discussions. If you are absent it is your responsibility to check with me for any assignments you might have missed.

C. Quizzes = (10 – 80 points)

Quizzes will be announced and unannounced. Homework may be checked by a short quiz at the beginning of any class period. If you are absent the day of a quiz, it is your responsibility to come see me to make it up.

D. Binder = (100 points)

Your binder will be graded once each term. Your binder is extremely important. You will receive no credit for things falling out or tucked into the pockets. Your binder should be neat and well organized with clearly labeled sections for each unit.

E. Tests = (100-200 points)

Tests will be given at the conclusion of each unit. Most tests will be a combination of multiple choice, matching, short answers, and essays. If you are absent on the day of a test, it must be made up within ONE WEEK of when you return from your absence.

F. Projects/Essays = (100-200 points)

Each term, projects or essays may be assigned to accompany each unit. More information will be provided when a project is assigned.

At the end of each term I will determine the total number of points for all assignments and calculate your grade. For example, at the end of a term the total possible number of points for all assignments is 750 and a student has accumulated 660 points: 660750 = 88. The student would receive a grade of 88% for the first term.

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COURSE METHODOLOGY

Unit 1: The Cold War Era

Topic Outline

USSR and Eastern Europe China Under Communism Korea Divides Cuba Under Communism Vietnam War Western Europe

Unit 2: Africa

Topic Outline

Independent Nations Poverty Genocide Apartheid

Unit 3: Latin America

Topic Outline

Cold War in Latin America Poverty Drug War Iran Contra Affair

Unit 4: Southern Asia

Topic Outline

India Pakistan Cambodia

Unit 5: Middle East

Topic Outline

Geography Israel Islam in the Middle East Saudi Arabia Iran

Unit 6: The World After 9/11 & The War on Terror

Topic Outline

Terrorism Attacks on 9/11 Iraq Afghanistan and the Taliban Arab Spring ISIS

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