Syllabus HISTORY 1301.4002 and 4003 History Of The United States to 1877 MWF 9:05 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. C295 PROFESSORS: Dr. Jerry Henson Professor Michael “Mike” Noble OFFICE: C-289 C-286 OFFICE HOURS: 10:30-11:30 am MWF 8:00 – 9:00 MWF 8:30 - 9:30 TR 8:00 – 9:30 TR Also by Appt. Also by Appt. CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Henson- (972) 860-8311 office Professor Noble- (214) 317-6647 cell [email protected] [email protected] TEXTBOOK: The American Journey, Concise Edition Vol. I, ISBN 978-013-515087-0 COURSE DESCRIPTION: HIST 1301 History of the United States (3 Credit Hours) This is a Texas Common Course Number. Prerequisite: Developmental Reading 0093 or English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 or have met the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standard in reading. This course is an introduction to American History from early European exploration to the devastating Civil War and Reconstruction. We will explore the impact of politics, culture, religion, economics and war on our history and understand how our present emerged from past events. INTELLECTUAL COMPENTENCIES: Throughout this course students will: - Analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials-books, documents, and articles-at a college level. - Produce clear, correct and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion and audience-at a college level. - Analyze and interpret various forms of spoken communication and possess significant literacy skills of writing and reading-at a college level. - Think and analyze at a critical level. - Understand the evolution and current role of the U.S. in the world. - Differentiate and analyze historical evidence and differing points of view.LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: - Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the chronology of major events and trends in U.S. history to 1877. - Demonstrate the ability to identify and evaluate historical sources, distinguishing between primary and secondary sources. - Demonstrate knowledge of the causes of various conflicts (such as wars, social movements, political movements, and economic events) and the effects of their outcomes on U.S. history. - Demonstrate knowledge of the causes of the origins and foundations of American democracy, including the founding documents and the democratic values of freedom, equality, and justice. - Demonstrate the importance of expansionism, manifest destiny, and western settlement during the course of U.S. history to 1877. ASSIGNMENTS - There will be 10 exams throughout the semester. The tenth exam is our final exam, and is not comprehensive. The exam will consist of multiple choice questions. Each exam will cover materials from lectures, textbooks, films, and handouts. Exams will be given in class at our regular time. For each exam, you will need a scantron. Every individual exam is worth 100 points. Make-up exams will be given only if the instructors are notified in advance. This make-up exam must be completed within one week of the exam date. There is no make-up for the final exam. - There will be 5 assignments throughout the semester. Each will be worth 20 points each. There will be no make-up for quizzes or assignments. These assignments are based on primary source documents, and can be found on eCampus. - There will one map quiz where students will identify places of historical significance. This quiz will be worth 100 points. Students will be provided with a list of places that will be on the quiz. There will be no make-up for the map quiz. - Extra credit of 20 points may be earned through Service Learning. Those who volunteer will be involved in interviewing elderly persons about their experiences in wars, social movements, etc., thus compiling an “oral history.” The project requires 15 hours of volunteer time on the project plus a discussion with other volunteers and documentation of your participation.GRADES 10 exams 100 points each = 1000 points 5 assignments 20 points each = 100 points 1 map quiz 100 points = 100 points Total 1200 points Extra Credit = 20 points Point Scale 1200- 1080 = A 1079- 960 = B 959- 840 = C 839- 720 = D Below 729 = F ATTENDANCE Attendance is a must for this class since a large percentage of test material will come from lectures and presentations in class. A sign-in sheet will be circulated at the beginning of each class. Five absences will be considered excessive and will lower your final point total by 10 points. Any more than 5 absences will lower your point score by 20 points. In addition, after 5 absences you will be unable to turn in an extra credit assignment. Also, please try to be on time. Late arrivals disrupt the class, as well as early departures. The class sign-in sheet will be distributed at the beginning of each class. If you arrive late, you must see the instructor to sign-in. If you are more than 30 minutes late, it is considered an absence. COURSE SCHEDULE Our course is divided into 10 units. There will be an exam for every unit we cover. Units are typically two chapters in length, but some may only be one. The instructors will give you notice before any future exams. Unit I Chapters 1 and 2 Unit II Chapters 3 and 4 Unit IIIChapter 5 and 6 Unit IV Chapters 7 and 8 Unit V Chapters 9 and 10 Unit VI Chapters 11 and 12 Unit VII Chapter 13 Unit VIII Chapter 14 Unit IX Chapter 15 Unit X Chapter 16 IMPORTANT DATES 09/05/2011- Labor Day (No Class) 10/12/2011-Map Exam 11/17/2011-Last Day to Withdraw with a “W” 12/02/2011-Extra Credit Assignment Due Remember to check eCampus to see when all upcoming exams are scheduled. ECAMPUS Students will need to utilize the eCampus to be successful in this class. Class materials, grades, and announcements will be posted there on a regular basis. All class assignments will be placed on eCampus. PLAGIARISM Plagiarism is a very serious offense, and it will not be tolerated by the instructor. Anytime you use material for your writing that has previously been written, you must use a citation. Simple and honest citation mistakes are understandable, but turning in a paper that someone else wrote will result in a failure of the