Bishop Carroll Catholic High School
Course
Syllabus 2007-2008
United
States History Continued
Instructor:
Mr. Newell
Phone:
794-2928
Email:
newellbarry@bcchs.org
Textbook:
Boorstin, D. and Kelley, B. (1992). A History of the United States.
New Jersey: Prentince Hall
Course
Description
The student will demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of
significant individuals, groups, ideas, events, eras, and developments in the
history of the Catholic Church, Kansas, the United States, and the world,
utilizing essential analytical and research skills.
Course
Objectives
1.
Students will use a working knowledge and understanding of individuals,
groups, ideas, developments, and turning points in the era of the emergence of
modern United States (1919-1930).
2.
Students will use a working
knowledge and understanding of individuals, groups, and turning points in the
era of the Great Depression through World War II in the United States history
(1930-1945).
3.
Students will use a working knowledge and understanding of individuals,
groups, and turning points in the era of contemporary United States history
(since 1945).
Course Requirements
1.
All students will be responsible for reading Chapters 22 through Chapter
36 in the text. I will supplement your reading with notes, discussions,
handouts, and other materials relevant to the subject matter.
2.
There will be a test at the end of each chapter, and a semester final.
Tests will be multiple choice, matching, short answer, essay, or a
combination of each.
3.
You must bring a pen and notebook to class each day to takes notes. Notes
will be your main source for preparation of tests. You should have one notebook
specifically for this subject.
4.
Homework assignments and papers will be due at the beginning of the
class hour on the due date unless otherwise specified. Late assignments will
not be accepted unless extreme circumstances persist.
Absences
1.
Work assigned prior to an excused absence is due on the date of return or
on the due date.
2.
All quizzes and tests must be made up by appointment within three days.
I will make arrangements on a case by case basis either before or after
school.
3.
Assignments, quizzes, and tests missed because of suspension will be made
up for 70% credit.
4.
Assignments missed because of school related activities must be turned in
prior to the absence or on the day of return.
Course Expectations and Procedures
1.
You are expected as a Bishop Carroll student to make a full and honest
effort in all of your classes. Take
advantage of the opportunity that has been provided to you and be prepared to
learn.
2.
It is your responsibility to become acquainted with the general rules and
procedures in your agenda book. Misbehavior or continual classroom disruptions
will not be tolerated and will be subject to the demerit system.
3.
Classroom participation and involvement will be looked favorably upon. If
you are engaged in the discussions that shows me that you are making an attempt to understand
the material.
4.
Be in your seat when the bell rings. Stay seated at the end of class
until I dismiss you.
5. You are required to bring your textbook, notebook, agenda book and writing materials with you each day unless I specifically announce in advance that you will not need them.
6.
You will work independently unless directed to work in-group activities.
I have a zero tolerance policy for cheating. If you are caught cheating
you will receive a zero. Copying
another student's work or allowing
someone to copy your work is considered cheating.
Available Hours
I
will generally be available to meet with students in my classroom 308 from 7:25
to 7:55 AM. During the fall and winter sports seasons, I will also be available
between and 3:15 to 3:40 PM.
Grading
I
grade on the total point system. To figure your grade, divide the total points
possible into your total points earned. The grading scale is as follows:
A+
99-100
B+ 91-92
C+ 83-84 D+ 74-75
F 69 and below
A
95-98
B 87-90
C 78-82
D 72-73
A-
93-94
B- 85-86
C- 76-77
D- 70-71
