Course Information:
You are all historians and as such you are entering an ongoing conversation about events, patterns, and the meaning of human nature. Thinking and dialogue are the keys to success! The goals of this class are to be able to answer The Big Questions:
1. What is the story? (Describe what happened, when, and where?)
2. Who was involved? (Individuals and groups?)
3. What were the causes? (What condition led to this development?)
4. What were the effects? (How did it affect people in its own time and in later time in history? Did it have an effect on our own time?)
5. Why is this even important?
6. What can we learn from it? (About politics, society, human nature?) (Does it provide wisdom or warnings for the future?}
7. What is interesting about this story?
Think about them. How would you answer them now? Keep them in mind whenever we do anything in class, as whatever we do will relate to these questions, and you will be asked to relate what you are doing to learn.
Required Text:
PEARSON ONLINE TEXTBOOK
Required Materials: Bring the following materials to class each day:
1. Pencil/pen
2. Notebook paper
3. Textbook for reading
4. Binder
You are expected to keep all class works in the binder for reference. As the grading quarter period comes to an end, you are responsible to assess your learning and work in this class for your final grade.
Binder: Your binder should have 3 rings, size 2-3 inch. It should include:
5 dividers, with the following sections:
1. Homework
2. Test
3. Quiz
4. Handouts
5. Class notes
Organization is essential for success. You are expected to come to class with these materials every day, and your organization is part of your evaluation each term.
Course Descriptions:
This course provides students with general knowledge of world history/history of the United States.
Course Objectives:
Students will apply their knowledge by reading, writing and thinking as historian.
Students will develop an understanding about history and appreciate history.
Teaching Methods and Strategies:
1. Lecture
2. Class discussion
3. Small group assignments
4. Small group presentations
Assessment:
1. Positive class participation
2. Contribution to discussion
3. Test, quiz, portfolio ( binder)
In order to create a classroom where we can learn, we need to establish what is to be expected in class. I fundamentally expect that the classroom is a place where everyone has the opportunity to learn for themselves, and from each other.
CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR AND EXPECTATIONS:
1. Arrive for class on time and prepare to discuss or report on materials assigned reading and assignments from the previous class.
2. Enter the classroom quietly and use “IN DOOR” voices.
3. Always raise your hand and wait to be recognized when you have a question.
4. Do not talk when there is a lesson being taught or when a teacher is talking.
5. Remain in your assigned seat at all times unless directed otherwise.
6. Always sign IN and OUT of the classroom.
7. PROHIBITED ITEMS AND MATERIALS: food, drink, candy, gum of any kind, electronic devices (Game Boys, Beepers, Cell phones, Disc Players etc.)
8. Bring in your materials. You cannot work to your best if you are looking for your book or pen etc.
9. Work as a team:
a. Be responsible for your own behavior and learning
b. Help others who ask
c. Use a team voice
10. Be kind:
a. Allow for different perspectives.
b. Be yourself, and allow others the same right.
All students are expected to be positive, contributing members in this class. Be polite and thoughtful of one another. If your behavior prevents our class from functioning well, I will talk with you privately (First Warning).
If unacceptable behavior continues, I will ask to meet you for the classroom detention.
If this classroom detention is not helpful, you will be referred to the administrator and meeting(s) will be set up with your parent(s) or guardian.
ABSENCES and MAKEUP WORK:
You are expected to make up any work missed because of any absence. You will be given two days to make up.
HOMEWORK:
You are responsible to do every homework assignment. The purpose of homework is to review and reinforce skills, deepen your understanding, or preview upcoming concepts. Late assignments are recorded as Zero.
Every assignment must have:
1. Your name
2. Title of assignment
3. Period
4. Date
EVALUATION
Evaluation will be based on:
1. class participation, which includes:
a. Participation/attentiveness
b. Organization/preparedness
c. Cooperation/communication
2. Homework
3. Tests/quizzes/reports/projects/presentation
4. Binder and self-assessment
GRADING POLICY:
Classwork
Formative Assessment, (Quizzes/reports/projects/presentation, Homework 25%
Summative assessment (Chapter/Unit Test) 75%
Questions:
1. List four things that you are expected in this class.
2. Have your parents write a note stating that they have read and understand the expectations, materials, homework, evaluation and grade policy for this class. Also have them write what is the best way to communicate with them (phone number, email etc.) If they have questions about these goals, please have them write those in their note.
SET ASIDE TIME EVERY DAY FOR READING THE TEXT, OUTLINING AND REVIEWING YOUR NOTES.
HAVE A GREAT YEAR!
Mr. Mao/Room 335
*I am available for after school assistance.
You are all historians and as such you are entering an ongoing conversation about events, patterns, and the meaning of human nature. Thinking and dialogue are the keys to success! The goals of this class are to be able to answer The Big Questions:
1. What is the story? (Describe what happened, when, and where?)
2. Who was involved? (Individuals and groups?)
3. What were the causes? (What condition led to this development?)
4. What were the effects? (How did it affect people in its own time and in later time in history? Did it have an effect on our own time?)
5. Why is this even important?
6. What can we learn from it? (About politics, society, human nature?) (Does it provide wisdom or warnings for the future?}
7. What is interesting about this story?
Think about them. How would you answer them now? Keep them in mind whenever we do anything in class, as whatever we do will relate to these questions, and you will be asked to relate what you are doing to learn.
Required Text:
PEARSON ONLINE TEXTBOOK
Required Materials: Bring the following materials to class each day:
1. Pencil/pen
2. Notebook paper
3. Textbook for reading
4. Binder
You are expected to keep all class works in the binder for reference. As the grading quarter period comes to an end, you are responsible to assess your learning and work in this class for your final grade.
Binder: Your binder should have 3 rings, size 2-3 inch. It should include:
5 dividers, with the following sections:
1. Homework
2. Test
3. Quiz
4. Handouts
5. Class notes
Organization is essential for success. You are expected to come to class with these materials every day, and your organization is part of your evaluation each term.
Course Descriptions:
This course provides students with general knowledge of world history/history of the United States.
Course Objectives:
Students will apply their knowledge by reading, writing and thinking as historian.
Students will develop an understanding about history and appreciate history.
Teaching Methods and Strategies:
1. Lecture
2. Class discussion
3. Small group assignments
4. Small group presentations
Assessment:
1. Positive class participation
2. Contribution to discussion
3. Test, quiz, portfolio ( binder)
In order to create a classroom where we can learn, we need to establish what is to be expected in class. I fundamentally expect that the classroom is a place where everyone has the opportunity to learn for themselves, and from each other.
CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR AND EXPECTATIONS:
1. Arrive for class on time and prepare to discuss or report on materials assigned reading and assignments from the previous class.
2. Enter the classroom quietly and use “IN DOOR” voices.
3. Always raise your hand and wait to be recognized when you have a question.
4. Do not talk when there is a lesson being taught or when a teacher is talking.
5. Remain in your assigned seat at all times unless directed otherwise.
6. Always sign IN and OUT of the classroom.
7. PROHIBITED ITEMS AND MATERIALS: food, drink, candy, gum of any kind, electronic devices (Game Boys, Beepers, Cell phones, Disc Players etc.)
8. Bring in your materials. You cannot work to your best if you are looking for your book or pen etc.
9. Work as a team:
a. Be responsible for your own behavior and learning
b. Help others who ask
c. Use a team voice
10. Be kind:
a. Allow for different perspectives.
b. Be yourself, and allow others the same right.
All students are expected to be positive, contributing members in this class. Be polite and thoughtful of one another. If your behavior prevents our class from functioning well, I will talk with you privately (First Warning).
If unacceptable behavior continues, I will ask to meet you for the classroom detention.
If this classroom detention is not helpful, you will be referred to the administrator and meeting(s) will be set up with your parent(s) or guardian.
ABSENCES and MAKEUP WORK:
You are expected to make up any work missed because of any absence. You will be given two days to make up.
HOMEWORK:
You are responsible to do every homework assignment. The purpose of homework is to review and reinforce skills, deepen your understanding, or preview upcoming concepts. Late assignments are recorded as Zero.
Every assignment must have:
1. Your name
2. Title of assignment
3. Period
4. Date
EVALUATION
Evaluation will be based on:
1. class participation, which includes:
a. Participation/attentiveness
b. Organization/preparedness
c. Cooperation/communication
2. Homework
3. Tests/quizzes/reports/projects/presentation
4. Binder and self-assessment
GRADING POLICY:
Classwork
Formative Assessment, (Quizzes/reports/projects/presentation, Homework 25%
Summative assessment (Chapter/Unit Test) 75%
Questions:
1. List four things that you are expected in this class.
2. Have your parents write a note stating that they have read and understand the expectations, materials, homework, evaluation and grade policy for this class. Also have them write what is the best way to communicate with them (phone number, email etc.) If they have questions about these goals, please have them write those in their note.
SET ASIDE TIME EVERY DAY FOR READING THE TEXT, OUTLINING AND REVIEWING YOUR NOTES.
HAVE A GREAT YEAR!
Mr. Mao/Room 335
*I am available for after school assistance.