Modern World History Ms. Mitra Jokanovic [email protected]
Room 210
Welcome to Modern World History! I am looking forward to working with you this term. The following includes information on how the class will function and guidelines for success. Please read over with your parents/guardians. The last page must be signed and returned no later than Friday, September 1st for full credit.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
In this class we will be exploring Modern World History through texts,
debates, seminars, tests, class work and projects. The goal of this class is to be academically rigorous while allowing students to draw connections
between the past and present. We will examine world events from 1600s to the present, and explore the impact of the democratic and industrial
revolutions, the forces that led to world domination by European powers, the wars that changed empires, the ideas that led to independence movements and the effects of global interdependence.
UNITS OF STUDY
1. The World Before Modern Time, 3000 b.c.e. – 1800
I. The Legacy of the Ancient World, 3000 b.c. e. – 1600
(review only)
II. Revolution and Enlightenment, 1600 – 1800
III. The French Revolution and Napoleon, 1789 - 1815
2. An Era of European Imperialism, 1800 – 1914
I. Industrialization and Nationalism, 1800 – 1870
II. Mass Society and Democracy, 1870 – 1914
III. The Height of Imperialism, 1800 – 1914
IV. East Asia Under Challenge, 1800 - 1914
3. The Twentieth Century
I. War and Revolution, 1914 – 1919
II. The West Between The Wars, 1919 – 1939
III. Nationalism Around the World, 1919 – 1939
IV. WWII, 1939 - 1945
4. Toward a Global Civilization
I. Cold War and Postwar Changes, 1945 – 1970
II. The Contemporary Western World, 1970 – present
III. Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Asia and the Pacific,
In this class we will be reading works/writings listed below in full or partially. Most assignments and exams (essay questions) will be based on these readings.
1. Two Treatises of Government, John Locke
2. Patriarcha, Sir Robert Filmer
3. A Vindication of the Rights of Women, Mary Wollstonecraft
4. The Social Contract, Jean J Rousseau
5. Leviathan, Thomas Hobbes
6. Heart of Darkness, Joseph Conrad
7. Communist Manifesto, Karl Marx & Frederick Engels
8. All Quiet on the Western Front, Erich M Remarque
9. Mein Kampf, Adolf Hitler
10.The Untold History of the United States, Oliver Stone & Peter Kuznick
MATERIALS:
· One notebook
· Writing utensil
· Laptop
· A section in your three-ring binder that is devoted to this class
GRADING: A 90 - 100% B 80 - 89% C 70 - 79%
F 69 % or below
*SET has adopted a modified grading scale in which the letter grade of “D” will not be issued. In the event a student’s class average is a 69% or lower, the student will be guided through specific resource assistance to help them achieve at least 70%. If a student does not achieve a 70% or better for their class average, the student will be required to repeat the course the following semester.
GRADE DISTRIBUTION: Your grade will consist of points accumulated in following areas:
Student performance, class participation and activities: This class requires active participation. We will have plenty of debates, seminars, but you should volunteer and be prepared to answer questions on a daily basis. Be respectful, follow the guidelines, and submit all classroom activities on time and you should earn maximum points.
Chapter Exams, Final: Each Chapter test will consist of a combination of a multiple-choice, matching, true-false, and constructed response essays. If you miss a Chapter test due to an excused absence you MUST make up the test within 2 days of your return to school.
Project-Based Assessments: Various projects and presentations will be assigned throughout the semester with detailed instructions and
requirements.
Homework: There will be homework assignments for each chapter we study. Some might require written work and some will consist of reading or
watching the news.
DISCIPLINE POLICY: Please refer to the Program of Academic Study Handbook (PoAS) for a complete description. The rules, policies, and procedures outlined in this document will be strictly enforced in-class and during school hours.
TARDY POLICY: Tardiness will not be tolerated at SET! Unexcused
tardiness may result in late homework, missed quizzes, warm-ups, etc., and will be reflected in the student’s overall grade in the class. Students with excessive tardiness will be referred to Administration.
RESTROOM BREAK POLICY: You will have four restroom passes for this term. Unused passes will be converted to extra credit.
TECHNOLOGY USE POLICY: The use of cell phones is PROHIBITED in the classroom unless directed to do so by the teacher. If a student is caught using a cell phone without the teacher’s permission, it will be taken away for the rest of the day. The use of music players and/or music streaming on laptops is prohibited during teacher-directed instruction. During individual/ group work, the use of music players and/or music streaming will be
determined based on the needs of the student(s). THE USE OF HEADPHONES IS PROHIBITED WITHOUT TEACHER’S PERMISSION.
INTERNET USE: The use of various websites on the Internet is strictly for classroom instructional purposes. The daily use of the Internet for class work and homework is a privilege for SET students. Therefore, if the teacher discovers that a student is abusing this privilege, it will be assumed that he/ she has been doing so on a regular basis. Consequently, the teacher will confiscate laptops that are not being used appropriately by students.
DEADLINES: All projects/assignments should be turned in on the assigned date. IF YOU ARE ABSENT, SEND YOUR WORK IN VIA A FRIEND, SIBLING, PARENT, OR E-MAIL. If your printer is not working, please email your work in on time. DO NOT SKIP CLASS.
If you are absent, you are responsible for contacting a classmate, or
contacting me, or checking my website to get the assignment. Assignments that were due on the day of your absence must be turned in the day you return. Turning an assignment late is better than not turning it in at all. Any percentage is better than 0.
GENERAL CLASSROOM RULES AND GUIDELINES: In order to maintain an excellent learning climate, I EXPECT strict adherence to the following:
1. Be in your assigned seat when the bell rings.
2. Treat each person in the classroom with respect and dignity.
3. Raise your hand and wait for permission to speak.
4. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
5. No cursing or teasing – be polite.
6. Follow directions the first time they are given.
STUDENT & PARENT AGREEMENT STUDENTS, please read and sign.
I, _________________________________ have read Ms. Jokanovic’s syllabus. I not only understand my responsibilities, but I have also discussed them with my parent(s)/guardian(s).
Student Signature: _________________________________ Date: ____________________
PARENT(S)/GUARDIAN(S), please read and sign.
I, _________________________________ have read Ms. Jokanovic’s syllabus with my child. I understand their responsibilities and will support them in their endeavors.
Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________ Date: __________________
Additional Questions, Comments or Concerns:
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Ms. Jokanovic’s Class
Various movies will be shown throughout the year or semester. Rating on Movie/Video: G-R depending on the movie
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