World History Syllabus

World History Syllabus Mr. Knox Homework and projects: There are a few projects throughout the year but in general homework is to study for the exams.

Exams and quizzes. A test will be given at the conclusion of each chapter. The exams are from notes taken in class and from study guides provided.

There will be 5 point daily quizzes. Only the first ten minutes of class will be used for the quizzes. If absent for any reason make up quizzes will be done orally during the next quiz. Typically Iraq, Afghanistan, or Poland will need to be located on a blank map for all or none of the points.

There will also be an essay with some of the chapters.

Participation: Students will be given 100 points every semester. Ten points will be taken away for sleeping, not participating in class activities, using their phone, or saying inappropriate things.

Make-up exams. Make-ups will be offered during lunch on Thursdays, and Fridays.

Points: All points are equal. Grades are not weighted in this class.

Grading Scale: 90 - 100% =A 80 – 89.9%=B 70 – 79.9%=C 60 – 69.9%=D 59.4 & below=F

Attendance: 1. Students are expected to attend class and be punctual. 2. Students are tardy if both feet are not in the door when the bell stops ringing. 3. Students that are 0-60 seconds tardy must serve a one minute lunch detention on the day they are tardy. If they forget then it will be a 5 minute detention the following day. Students 1-2 minutes tardy must serve a 5 minute detention.

Supplies: A spiral notebook is needed for this class (not a black and white composition notebook).

Webpage Go to the Walnut High School webpage and click on the class to see homework assignments and test/quiz dates.

Contact Information: email: [email protected] (I read my email between 9-10 am M-F) School Phone: (909) 594-1333 ext. 34210

I allow______(Please print) to watch historical R-rated movies such as: Schindler’s List, the Pianist, Blood Diamond, and The Last King of Scotland.

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