Course Syllabus, World History2014-2015

Coach RandleZach.randle@rockwallisd.org

8th Period Conference Welcome to my class! I am truly looking forward to working with each of you! As we begin the year, here are the course expectations and guidelines, as well some information regarding the course itself. I ask that each day you walk into my classroom with an open mind, a willingness to learn, and a willingness to try. I make the same commitment to you to support our learning community. If we each give our best, I know this will be a fantastic year!

Mission: The mission of Rockwall-Heath High School is to cultivate a passion of lifelong learning in a way that fosters integrity, embraces diversity, and promotes responsibility so that all students achieve success.

Resources & Supplies:1. One folder for World History class ONLY.2. One binder to keep class notes and past work.3. Pens, black or blue ink. Mechanical pencil at all times4. One package of colored pencils 5. One box of tissue

Course Description/Objectives:We will be Mastering the TEKS in World History from the beginnings of the Rise of River Valley Civilizations to more contemporary issues like Challenges In Our World Today.

Course Calendar/Schedule:

Fall Semester:Unit 1 Early Civilizations 8000 BC – 500 BCUnit 2 Freedom WeekUnit 3 Classic Civilizations 500 BC – 600 ADUnit 4A Middle Ages Europe 600 - 1450Unit 4B Middle Ages Africa & Asia 600 - 1450Unit 5 Renaissance & Reformation 1450 – 1750

Spring Semester:Unit 6 S/E Revolutions 1750 - 1914Unit 7 Political Revolutions 1750 - 1914Unit 8A Global Conflicts 1914 - 1945Unit 8B Global Issues 1945 - PresentUnit 9 Tying It All Together

Course Assignments:

Daily assignments, projects, and group work will be assigned with the expectation that students will work inside and outside of class to complete the work within the given timeframe. (counts 30%)

Assessments will be given in various formats and will be used to gauge students’ comprehension of reading assignments, vocabulary, and location of relevant places. (counts ½ of a Test)

Tests will be administered at the end of each unit of study and CBA’s (Curriculum Based Assessments) will be administered at the end of each nine week term. (counts 70%)

Grading Policy: Refer to the RISD grading policy

Grade Availability Grades can be seen in real time through Skyward. Assignments will be graded and returned

to students in a timely manner. Writing assignments and projects may require extra time. If you do not have Internet access, you may make an appointment to discuss your grades.

Library computers are also available for Internet usage. Please see your counselor for passwords or help logging in.

Do not ask for your grade during class. I will gladly discuss grades during tutorials.

General Assignment Information Make up work please refer to the student handbook for district and school procedures. When you are gone, please refer to the calendar on the board for what we did while you

were out. Any handouts will be in the bin in the front of the room. It is solely YOUR responsibility to get your make-up assignments. I will NOT remind you. No

Excuses Modern day my dog ate my homework – If you are assigned an assignment to be typed and

turned in, I will not accept the excuse that my computer/printer crashed. You need to make back ups of your back ups. When I type a paper, I print after each page I finish. Therefore, you at least have a rough draft for some sort of credit if your computer does the unthinkable.

You may also email it to me as an attachment, or (GASP) hand-write it and turn it in the next day.

The bottom line is, it can be done.

EmergenciesI fully understand that family emergencies happen. Just advise me about your situation with as much advance notice as possible and your resulting plan of action. - Parent ContactI will contact your parents/guardians when and if your grade starts to fall below 70 percent…especially prior to mid-term and nine week grade reports.I want each of you to succeed!

Help and TutorialsMonday – 8:00 to 8:45 a.m.Tuesday – 8:00 to 8:45 a.m.Wednesday – No morning tutorials (PLC Meetings for all teachers)Thursday – Morning Responsibility for Coach Randle behind gym (Aug. 26th – Dec 20th)Friday – 8:00 to 8:45 a.m.

General Expectations:

Do quality work!Do not distract anyone else from doing quality work!

Once again, I am looking forward to working with you during this school year! This is an exciting time where you will get to experience new things, create awesome memories, and open new doors for your future. I will do anything that I can to help you achieve ALL of your goals!

Zach RandleRockwall-Heath High SchoolWorld Geography/ History

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This form needs to be returned to Coach Randle class no later than Friday, August 30,2013.