Eastfield College Social Science Human Services and Business Division HIST 1301 History of the United States 3 HIST 1301 4402 HIST 1301 4404 HIST 1301 4406 HIST 1301 9006 HIST 1301 9025 HIST 1301 9026 Semester Fall 2011 Online classes begin 8 29 2011 and end 12 15 2011 Online classes begin 8 29 2011 and end 12 15 2011 Online classes begin 8 29 2011 and end 12 15 2011 Instructor Matt Hinckley Office C 290 Phone 972 860 7381 E mail matthinckley dcccd edu Office hours includes e Office hours MWF 9 00 10 00 TR 8 30 9 30 a m Course Description from Eastfield Catalog HIST 1301 History of the United States 3 This is a Texas Common Course Number Prerequisite One of the following must be met 1 Developmental Reading 0093 AND Developmental Writing 0093 2 English as a Second Language ESOL 0044 AND 0054 or 3 have met Texas Success Initiative TSI in Reading and Writing standards AND DCCCD Writing score prerequisite requirement Course Description The history of the United States is presented beginning with the European background and first discoveries The pattern of exploration settlement and development of institutions is followed throughout the colonial period and the early national experience to 1877 3 Lec Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 5401025125 Textbooks and Other Course Materials The official textbook ordered for this course is Authors Divine Breen Frederickson Williams Gross Brands Roberts Title America Past and Present Volume 1 to 1877 Brief Edition Publisher Pearson Edition 8 Brief Copyright 2011 ISBN 978 0 205 76039 8 You may purchase the online version of this textbook directly from the publisher but be sure it is the correct author title and edition Student Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to 1 Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the chronology of major events and trends in U S history to 1877 2 Demonstrate the ability to identify and evaluate historical sources distinguishing between primary and secondary sources 3 Demonstrate knowledge of the causes of various conflicts such as wars social movements political movements and economic conflicts and the effects of their outcomes during the course of U S history to 1877 4 Demonstrate knowledge of the origins and foundations of American democracy including the founding documents and the democratic values of freedom equality and justice 5 Demonstrate the importance of expansionism manifest destiny and western settlement during the course of U S history to 1877 6 Demonstrate writing skills by successfully producing a written exercise INTELLECTUAL COMPETENCIES 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 sufficient literacy skills of writing and reading at a college level Think and analyze at a critical level EXEMPLARY EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES Examine social institutions and processes across a range of historical periods social structures and cultures Develop and communicate alternative explanations or solutions for contemporary social issues Understand the evolution and current role of the U S in the world Differentiate and analyze historical evidence documentary and statistical and differing points of view Recognize and apply reasonable criteria for the acceptability of historical evidence and social research Identify and understand differences and commonalties within diverse cultures Evaluation Procedures Class Participation You must make posts on the Unit discussion board to earn class participation points See the discussion boards for instructions on how to make posts and replies You can earn up to 20 points for your class participation Tests There are four units in the course Each unit has a 20 question test which is taken online and must be completed in 45 minutes You may use your book and notes to take the test online test questions are based on the assigned chapters Each question is worth 1 point so each test is worth 20 points The four tests combined are worth 80 points 100 possible points I do not give grades I only record grades YOU earn Assignment type Four Unit Tests 4 x 20 80 Points 80 Class Participation on Discussion Forums 20 Total 20 100 Legend 90 100 A 80 89 B 70 79 C 60 69 D 0 59 F Obtaining Final Course Grades Using eConnect Final Grade Reports are no longer mailed Convenient access is available online at www econnect dcccd edu Use your identification number when you log onto eConnect an online system developed by the DCCCD to provide you with timely information regarding your college record Your grades will also be printed on your Student Advising Report which is available in the Admissions Office Eastfield College Email Policy Faculty and students must have and use a DCCCD account for all correspondence relating to academic coursework For information on setting up a DCCCD student email account go to http www dcccd edu netmail home html Course Calendar Outline Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week Week 1 8 29 9 2 2 9 5 9 9 3 9 12 9 16 4 9 19 9 23 5 9 26 9 30 6 10 3 10 7 7 10 10 10 14 8 10 17 10 21 9 10 24 10 28 10 10 31 11 4 11 11 7 11 11 12 11 14 11 18 13 11 21 11 25 14 11 28 12 2 15 12 5 12 9 16 12 12 12 16 No class Monday 9 5 Labor Day Unit 1 test chapters 1 4 due Monday 9 19 Unit 2 test chapters 5 7 due Friday 10 14 Unit 3 test chapters 8 13 due Friday 11 18 Thursday 11 17 is last day to drop No class Thursday 11 24 Friday 11 25 Unit 4 test chapters 14 16 due Monday 12 12 Attendance Policy This is NOT a self paced class you must keep up with the work in the class Failure to complete work on time will result in a loss of points If you have an issue family illness etc that may prevent you from finishing an assignment on time contact me as soon as possible Financial Aid Statement Students who are receiving any form of financial aid should check with the Financial Aid Office prior to withdrawing from classes Withdrawals may affect your eligibility to receive further aid and could cause you to be in a position of repayment for the current semester Students who fail to attend or participate after the drop date are also subject to this policy Financial Aid Statement for Distance Learning Classes If you are receiving Financial Aid grants or loans and are enrolled in a Distance Learning class you must