Eastfield College, Social Science, Human Services and Business Division HIST 1301 History of the United States (3) Semester: Spring 2012 HIST. 1302-4010 T/TR 11:00-12:20 ROOM: TBA HIST. 1301-4011 T/TR 12:30- 1:50 ROOM: TBA HIST 1301-4012 T/TR 2:00-3:20 ROOM: TBA PROFESSOR: Kat Reguero Cloer CONTACT INFORMATION: Office: G212 Phone: 972-860-7678 Email address: [email protected] Hours Available: TR 9:00-10:00 a.m. and and MWF 10:00-11:00am and by appointment. COURSE DESCRIPTION: HIST 1302 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. This course is an introduction to American History from 1877 to our modern era. This study includes social, economic, and political aspects of American life. Also, we will explore the growth of America as a world super power. TEXTBOOK: TEXTBOOK: The American Journey, Vol. 2, ISBN 978-013-515089-4 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 thedemocratic 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 COURSE OBJECTIVES: 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: GRADES: Class Participation 100 points (5 in-class projects, worth 20 points each ) Exams 300 points (100 points each) Total: 400 points Grading Scale: 90%+ = A 80-89% = B 70-79% = C 60-69% = D below 60% = F OBTAINING FINAL COURSE GRADES AT THE END OF THE SEMESTER 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: DATES TOPIC READING Week 1 (1/17-1/22) The New South /The Gilded Age/Moving to the West WEEK 2 (1/23-1/29) Industrialization/A Dream Deferred WEEK 3 (12/30-2/5) Labor’s Struggle and the Populists/IN-CLASS PROJECT 1 WEEK 4 (2/6-2/12) EXAM 1 EXAM 1 COVERS CHAPTERS 17-21 WEEK 5 (2/13-2/19) World War I and the Progressives/ 1920s/The Great Depression /New Deal WEEK 6 (2/20-2/26) World War II/ WEEK 7 (2/27-3/4) The Cold War/IN-CLASS PROJECT 2 NO CLASS Thursday MARCH 1 or Friday March 2 WEEK 8 (3/5-3/11) EXAM 2 EXAM 2 COVERS CHAPTERS 22-27 WEEK 9 (3/12-3/18) 50s Civil Rights/60s Civil Rights and Vietnam/ WEEK 10 (3/19-3/25) Liberals and Conservatives /IN-CLASS PROJECT 3 WEEK 11 (3/26-4/1) New Economy WEEK 12 (4/2-4/8) A Different World /ONLY MAKE-UP DAY for EXAMS AND PROJECTS WEEK 13 (4/9-4/15) / Globalizing America Thursday, April 12 is Last Day to Withdraw with a Grade of "W" WEEK 14 (4/16-4/22) A More Perfect Union WEEK 15 (4/23-4/29) IN-CLASS PROJECT 4 /History happening today/Review for Final WEEK 16 (5/1-5/7) EXAM 3 (FINAL EXAM) Chapter 16: Reconstruction/ FINAL EXAM COVERS CHAPTERS 28-31REQUIREMENTS AND ATTENDANCE POLICY: You are expected to attend and participate in class, complete the assigned reading before class, take 3 exams, and complete 5 in-class group projects. That being said, after the first two weeks I will not take attendance, however, you CAN NOT expect to do well in this class without attending class, doing the required reading, and participating in discussions. Class participation is crucial. Lectures will supplement the reading material, but will not serve as a substitution. Exams will consist of material from the readings, class projects, and lectures. IN CLASS ASSIGNMENTS: You will have a total of five (5) in-class assignments where you will break into groups. We will discuss these on our first day of class, and as the project dates approach. These are mandatory and can only be made up in special circumstances with my approval. These are worth 20 points each, for a total of 100 points. EXAMS: You will have a total of three (3) exams. The third exam is your final. NONE of the exams