CENTRAL UNIVERSITY GLOBAL CAMPUS COURSE SYLLABUS

I. IDENTIFYING INFORMATION Course: HST 333 Course Title: History of Michigan EPN: 22246626 Term: Spring I Location: Southfield Center Course Dates: 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5/2014 Course Days and Times: Wed 5:30PM-10:00PM; Prerequisites: None.

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Instructor: Jeffrey Kass Primary Phone Number: 248-227-6199 Secondary Phone Number: N\A E-Mail Address: [email protected] Availability: 9 am - 9 pm Academic Biography: I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in History from Kalamazoo College in 1986 and my Master of Arts in History from Wayne State University in 1989. In addition to teaching for CMU's College of Extended Learning I have also taught history at Macomb Community College, Oakland Community College, Wayne State University and Schoolcraft College. I have always tried to tie the content of my courses to the other liberal arts and the wider world at the same time.

II. TEXTBOOKS AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS Order books from MBS at http://bookstore.mbsdirect.net/cmu.htm Textbooks and Course Materials: Title: Michigan: A History of the Great Lakes State Author: Rubenstein and Ziewacz Edition: 4th ISBN: 9780882952574 Publisher: Harlan Davidson Required: Yes

Course Reserves: N\A Required Materials: N\A Recommended Materials: N\A

III. COURSE DESCRIPTION A study of the development of Michigan from earliest settlement by Native Americans to the present, focusing on economic, social, and political history.

IV. COURSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES On completion of this course students will be able to:

1. describe the development and interaction of the major political, social, economic and religious institutions in Michigan from early exploration through the present; 2. analyze the various geographic factors that influenced the migration of peoples to Michigan at different points in its history, the impact of that in-migration on the settlement and migratory patterns of aboriginal peoples; 3. apply select methods of historical, geographical, and economic analysis, including use of geographic representations, which may be used to improve our understanding of social, economic, and political change in Michigan; 4. compose data acquired from observation and analysis of primary and secondary sources into a clear, persuasive essay about a topic in Michigan history; 5. formulate and argue in oral presentation and discussion specific historical points of view drawn from critical engagement with readings and course material; 6. apply social science concepts to evaluate historical problems in the development of Michigan; 7. explain connections between history and other social sciences, including economics, geography, political science, and sociology and how those connections may be used to enhance understanding of Michigan history and geography; and 8. appraise "history" as a product of each person's choices in ranking and interpreting historical "facts," through production of a paper combining primary and secondary research.

V. METHODOLOGY The primary methodology of this course will be lectures combined with informal discussions on textbook readings, current events and student papers.

VI. COURSE OUTLINE/ASSIGNMENTS Pre-Class Assignment: Read chapters 1-3 of text. Course Outline:

1/15 - Michigan through the (chaps. 1-3)

1/22 - Michigan: from Territory to Statehood (chapters 4-5 [minus pp. 74-81] & 11)

1/29- Michigan from Era of the Civil War to end of the 19th Century (chaps. 6-8 & 10 [minus pp. 147-148])

2/05 - first exam (plus video)

2/12 - transforming Michigan's economy: from timber and mining to industry (chaps 9 & 12-13 [plus chap. 5, pp. 74-81 and chap. 10, pp. 147-148])

2/19 - Michigan from the Turn of the Century through the (chaps. 14-15)

2/26 - Michigan: WWII to the present (chaps 16-19)

3/05 - second exam (papers due)

Assignment Due Dates: Papers Due: on or before Last Day of Class. Post-Class Assignment: There is no post-class assignment but students who wish to have their graded second exam and graded papers returned must submit a self-addressed stamped envelope on the last night of class. NO EXCEPTIONS! Student Involvement Hours: In addition to the time spent in the classroom students can expect to spend about 2-3 hours per week reading the text and preparing for the examinations; plus an additional 2-3 hours per week researching and writing their research papers.

VII. CRITERIA FOR EVALUATION Evaluation Criteria: ASSIGNMENTS/POINT VALUES (300 point scale)

EXAM 1 = 100 points EXAM 2 = 100 points PAPER = 100 points TOTAL = 300 points

[1] Exams consist of fifty (50) multiple choice questions (closed book/note) and one (1) fifty (50) point short essay (open book/note).

[2] Research papers are 7-10 pages, typed, double spaced). Complete instructions and topics given out first day or may be found on Bb. Preliminary topics include: "The History of Michigan and the Automobile;" "Michigan as the Arsenal of Democracy;" "The Timber and Mining Booms in Michigan;" "The History of Michigan's Ethnic Communities;" "Michigan in the Civil War;" "Michigan and Me: How I came to be a Michiganian" (tracing your family's journey to the state); "The History of Michigan's Relationship to the Great Lakes" (e.g. fishing, shipping, tourism); "The History of the Labor Movement in Michigan." Other topics must be pre-approved by the instructor. Grading Scale: A = 94-100%, A- = 90-93%; B+ = 87-89%, B = 83-86%, B- = 80-82%; C+ = 77-79%, C = 73-76%, C- = 70-72%; D+ = 67-69%, D = 63-66%, D- = 60-62%; E<60%. Late Assignments: Late papers will be marked down five (5) points for each calendar day they are late and will NOT be accepted after three (3) calendar days. Make-ups and Rewrites: Makeups for exams will be scheduled one time only, only on a case-by-case basis and for good reason only, and at the instructor's convenience. If this is not possible the student must write a second research paper. There are no re-writes in this course.

VIII. EXPECTATIONS Attendance and Participation: Students shall have five (5) points deducted from their overall score for each day they have an unexcused absence. Academic Integrity:

Because academic integrity is a cornerstone of the University's commitment to the principles of free inquiry, students are responsible for learning and upholding professional standards of research, writing, assessment, and ethics in their areas of study. Written or other work which students submit must be the product of their own efforts and must be consistent with appropriate standards of professional ethics. Academic dishonesty, which includes cheating, plagiarism and other forms of dishonest or unethical behavior, is prohibited. A breakdown of behaviors that constitute academic dishonesty is presented in the CMU Bulletin (https://bulletins.cmich.edu/).

Student Rights and Responsibilities:

Each member of the University community assumes an obligation regarding self conduct to act in a manner consistent with a respect for the rights of others and with the University's function as an educational institution. As guides for individual and group actions within this community, the University affirms the general principles of conduct described in the Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities and Disciplinary Procedures at https://www.cmich.edu/ess/studentaffairs/Pages/Code-of-Student-Rights.aspx. IX. SUPPORT SERVICES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Global Campus Library Services (GCLS)

CMU offers you a full suite of library services through its Global Campus Library Services (GCLS) department. Reference librarians will assist you in using research tools and locating information related to your research topic. The library's Documents on Demand office will help you obtain copies of the books and journal articles you need. Check out the GCLS website at http://gcls.cmich.edu for more information.

Reference librarian contact information: 1. By phone: (800) 544-1452. 2. By email: [email protected] 3. By online form: http://www.cmich.edu/library/gcls/Pages/Ask-a-Librarian-Request-Form.aspx

Documents on Demand office contact information: 1. By phone: (800) 274-3838 2. By email: [email protected] 3. By fax: (877) 329-6257 4. By online form: http://www.cmich.edu/library/gcls/Pages/Documents-on-Demand.aspx

Writing Center

The CMU Writing Center is a free online service for all CMU students, providing help with grammar, citations, bibliographies, drafts, and editing of academic papers. Suggestions and feedback are typically provided within two business days. For additional information and to submit work, visit http://webs.cmich.edu/writingcenter/

Mathematics Assistance Center

The CMU Mathematics Assistance Center provides free tutoring in mathematics and statistics to students enrolled in select courses. Tutoring is available online and via telephone. To see what courses qualify and to register with the Math Assistance Center, visit http://global.cmich.edu/mathcenter/tutoring-request.aspx.

ADA

CMU provides individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in educational programs, activities and services. Students with disabilities requiring accommodations to participate in class activities or meet course requirements should contact Susie Rood, Director of Student Disability Services at (800) 950-1144, extension 3018 or email her at [email protected], at least 4 weeks prior to registering for class. Students may find additional ADA information and forms at https://www.cmich.edu/ess/studentaffairs/SDS/Pages/default.aspx

Note to faculty: CMU Administration will notify you if applicable; otherwise, the student will provide a "Notification Letter to the Instructor" outlining the accommodations the student is approved to receive.

X. BIBLIOGRAPHY

www.wikipedia.com

www.britannica.com

www.michiganhistorymagazine.com

Dunbar and May. Michigan: A History of the Wolverine State

Walter Romig. Michigan Place Names.

Center Information

CMU Southfield Center 26555 Evergreen Road Southfield, MI 48076 Phone: (248) 357-8600 Fax: (248) 357-8606

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours: Monday­Friday – 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Extended Day: Monday - 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Resource Center Hours: Monday­Friday – 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

*We sometimes close for meetings, so please contact the center before visiting.

Please note: Students may not bring their children to class or to the Resource Center.

The CMU Southfield Center is on Evergreen Road, between 10 and 11 Mile Roads. We are located in Suite 119 in the Travelers Tower building.

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