This is a yearlong class open to freshmen, covering United States history from the Civil War Era through the 1980s. We will study the causes and outcomes of major shifts in political, social, and economic thought, as well as the groups of people and individuals who played a role in these changes. The U.S. role in the world and its transformation over the two-plus centuries of our country’s existence will be studied in depth as well.
TEXTS AND READINGS:
Danzer, Gerald A, et.al.The Americans, 2003 ed., IL:McDougal Littell Inc., 2003
Photocopies and handouts will supplement text readings.
TEACHING METHODS: Teaching strategies used in this class lead to the development of cognitive strategies and capabilities necessary for college-level work and include: writing, research, active inquiry and dialogue, ability to support argumentative points, and evaluation of data and resources to determine the validity, credibility and relevance as it pertains to the topic.
ACADEMIC BEHAVIORS: A successful student at Creek will learn time management skills for assignments/projects, work and socializing, preparing for and taking examinations, using information resources, taking Cornell [class] notes, promoting the use of study groups, and communicating with teachers and counselors. These behaviors will be reinforced through the requirements of this class.
GRADING: Grades are calculated using a weighted system. Course work is 45% of the semester grade. Tests and quizzes are 45% of the semester grade. The final exam is worth 10% of the semester grade. 10% of points per day will be deducted for course work submitted late.
TEXTS AND READINGS:
Danzer, Gerald A, et.al.The Americans, 2003 ed., IL:McDougal Littell Inc., 2003
Photocopies and handouts will supplement text readings.
TEACHING METHODS: Teaching strategies used in this class lead to the development of cognitive strategies and capabilities necessary for college-level work and include: writing, research, active inquiry and dialogue, ability to support argumentative points, and evaluation of data and resources to determine the validity, credibility and relevance as it pertains to the topic.
ACADEMIC BEHAVIORS: A successful student at Creek will learn time management skills for assignments/projects, work and socializing, preparing for and taking examinations, using information resources, taking Cornell [class] notes, promoting the use of study groups, and communicating with teachers and counselors. These behaviors will be reinforced through the requirements of this class.
GRADING: Grades are calculated using a weighted system. Course work is 45% of the semester grade. Tests and quizzes are 45% of the semester grade. The final exam is worth 10% of the semester grade. 10% of points per day will be deducted for course work submitted late.
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