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World History/Geography Syllabus Course: World
History/Geography Instructor: Mr. Travis Decker Contact: Mr. Decker Room H111; email:
tdecker@qcusd.org Phone: 480-987-5973 Extension 5415
Prep hour:
6th Textbook(s): -World History. Prentice Hall 2009. Ellis & Esler. Course
materials: Students will be required to bring notebook paper, pen or pencil to
class everyday. In addition, students should have a 3 ring binder
and divider
tabs for their history class. Throughout the school year students may
need to get poster board for various projects. I will give notice of these in advance so
students can get the material. Course
Description: In this course students will analyze the human
experience through time, recognize the relationship of events and people, and
interpret significant patterns, themes, ideas, beliefs and turning points in
world history. The course of study includes, but is not limited to, the
historical evolution of mankind and society from early civilizations to the
present. Geographical, as well as chronological examination shall be employed
to facilitate the acquisition of this body of knowledge. There will be
homework assignments in addition to
classroom activities. Student participation is mandatory, so attendance is
essential. Grading System: Quarter Grades 90-100% = A All assignments will be awarded a
certain point value depending on 80-89% = B its difficulty or the amount of time taken. Ex. Large projects
or 70-79% = C test will be worth more points than daily assignments.) 60-69% = D Semester Grades: Each quarter grade is worth 40% of the semester grade and final is worth 20%. *Grades will be sent home every other week and require parent signatures.
Classroom Management Plan: Classroom rules: Be on time and prepared. Respect all people, their space, and all
property. Be polite to everyone at all times. Listen to instructions the first time they
are given. No Hats, Electronics allowed in class Follow all school rules, which include the
electronics policy and no food (includes gum) or beverage in class, with the
exception of water. Consequences: First Offense: Warning/Conference with student Second Offense: Notification of
Parent/Guardian, detention Third Offense: Conference with Parent/Guardian, detention Fourth Offense: Written referral Severe offense: Security or administrator
escort to office. Major Offense: Student sent immediately to
office. Assignments: Assignments are to be
complete, legible, and turned in on their assigned date. Homework will be
used to supplement class discussion. All work is to have your name, class
period, and date in the upper right-hand corner. Assignments are NOT ACCEPTED LATE,
unless you were absent. Make sure all
your assignments have your name, as no name=no credit. Absences: Students will have the same
amount of days to turn in assignments as they were gone, as long as the
absent is excused. It is the student’s responsibility to get the missing
work. If you do not pick up the
missing work, you will not receive credit after a designated period of time.
Anything assigned previous to your absence is due on the due date given. If
you are absent on that date, it is due the day you come back. |
World
History Syllabus
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