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United States History Continued United States Government Bishop Carroll Catholic High SchoolCourse Syllabus 2011-2012 Instructor: Mr. Newell Textbook: Appleby J., Brinkley A., Broussard A, et al (2007) American Vision The, New York, McGraw-Hill 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 the office from 7:00 to 7:45 AM. During the fall and winter sports seasons, I will also be available between 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:
Bishop Carroll Catholic High SchoolCourse Syllabus: 2011-2012
Instructor: Barry Newell – Office
Textbook: Kelman, Steven. (1999). American Government. Austin: Holt, Rinehart and Winston. Course DescriptionThe student will and have a working knowledge of governmental systems of the United States and other nations with an emphasis on the U. S. Constitution, the necessity for the rule of law, the civic values of the American Constitutional democracy, and the rights, privileges, and moral responsibilities to become active participants in the democratic process and one's faith. Course Objectives 1. Students will understand the rule of law as it applies to God, family, Church, school, local, state and national governments. 2. Students will understand the shared ideas and the diversity of American society and political culture. 3. Students will understand how the U.S. Constitution allocates and restricts power and responsibility in the government. 4. Students will identify and examine the rights, privileges, and responsibilities in becoming an active civic and faith participant. 5. Students will understand various systems of governments and how nations and international organizations interact. Course Requirements 1. All students will be responsible for reading the assigned chapters 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 comprehensive semester final. Tests will be multiple choice, matching, true/false, 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 be penalized 10% per day late.
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 from 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:
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