World History-El

WORLD HISTORY-EL 2008-2009

Mrs. Roh Email: [email protected] Phone: 310.551.5100 x8208 (voicemail) Office Hours: Everyday after 11:10 and by appointment

Course Description In this course, we will study the major turning points in the shaping of the modern world from Middle Ages to the present. We will carefully study the evolution of democratic ideas in our nation by connecting to the past. We will read personal stories to discover some of the human tragedies that have occurred in the 20th century, for example, the Holocaust. We will look at different points of views on international issues and events in order to develop the critical thinking skills needed to be an informed citizen in the contemporary world. We will also be studying the geography of our planet, Earth.

Supplies You will need the following materials to be successful in World History. If there is an issue of cost for any supplies, please see me.  Three-ring binder with lined paper for class work, homework, quizzes, tests and other assignments EVERYDAY  Writing implements (such as pens and pencils) EVERYDAY  Textbook EVERYDAY  Homework Packet EVERYDAY Optional supplies:  Markers and/or colored pencils  Box of tissues (5 points extra credit; due Fri, Sept. 5)

Policies ATTENDANCE: To succeed in World History, your attendance in class in required. (How can you pass if you are not here???) Unexcused absences will affect your quarterly participation grade. (See School Policies Handout.) TARDIES: You must be in your seat when the bell rings. This is when class begins. If you are late, it is your responsibility to get up to speed in a manner that does not disturb the class and talk to Mrs. Roh after class. Be respectful! Three (3) tardies will earn you one hour of detention and 5 points will be deducted from your quarterly participation grade for each tardy thereafter.you will lose points off your quarterly participation grade. (See School Policies Handout.) CHEATING: Cheating is a very unbecoming quality. People cheat because they are lazy. You are expected to maintain academic honesty. If you are found cheating or if it seems you are cheating, all parties will receive a zero on the assignment, project or test in question, you will receive a referral and the proper authorities will be notified (including your parents). (See School Policies Handout.) EATING: Water is acceptable. In general, you are expected to clean up after yourselves!

Mrs. Roh’s Student Expectations You will attend class each day, arrive on time, behave in an acceptable and respectful manner and bring necessary materials (pen/pencil, paper, book, and project material are the minimum) EVERYDAY! If you are unprepared, this will adversely affect your participation grade.

You will complete assignments, participate in class discussions and activities and prepare for tests, quizzes, group work and essays/research projects. In addition, you will seek help if test performance remains low. ASK FOR ASSISTANCE! Beverly Hills High School has tutoring available if you seek it out, and I am available upon request. You will maintain a notebook of class work, homework, tests, quizzes and other assignments. By keeping your notebook in order and up-to-date there cannot be a grade dispute! Do not throw anything away!

You will respect the belongings, feelings and space of others. You will be responsible for your own success in this class. You will exhibit the utmost integrity, academically and personally. You will take care of yourself and those around you. Homework Homework will be assigned regularly and will include  readings and writing assignments from the  long term individual assignments, and textbook and outside sources,  study guides that will help you prepare for test  group projects, Homework assignments and some projects will be available for your convenience online on the school’s website, http://bhhs.bhusd.org. Go to ‘Faculty/Administration’ and click on ‘Faculty Directory’. Find my name on the list (“Mrs. Alice Roh”). Click on my name and then find your class on the list and click! Late Work Work will be accepted for half credit. You can turn in late work as long as I have not returned the assignment back to students. After this grace period, I will not accept late work. If you are absent, you are allowed the amount of time you were absent to complete and turn in your work. For example, if you were absent for two (2) days, you are allowed two (2) days to complete and turn in your missing work. When you are absent, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to get your assignments from the Homework Chart/schedule, any handouts from the Absent Box and all notes from a classmate. Write your name on all handouts and homework packets. Papers without a name will only receive ½ credit!

Make-up Tests You will have notice of test days in advance, therefore make-up tests will NOT be given in general, unless you notify Mrs. Roh of the absence in ADVANCE. If you do not take a test, you will receive a 0. However, your lowest test score of the semester will be dropped. Assessments and the Grading Scale Your grade will be earned depending on your success in class preparedness and participation, effort, homework assignments, group projects and presentations, tests, and quizzes. Grades are based on a Your Grade weighted point system. As mentioned earlier, you are required to attend class prepared for the day’s work (bring books, materials, something to write with) and to participate in class work. Class Homework 15% preparedness and participation can make or break your grade! Tardies, unexcused absences and Class Work 15 Projects/Essays 15 excessive excused absences will affect your grade. Grades will be posted online. Use your online Tests/Quizzes 20 login information to check your grade regularly! Geography 10 Grades are never rounded up, altered or modified in any way. Participation 10 The grading scale is as follows: Final Exam 15 A = 90% to 100% FINAL GRADE 100% B = 80% to 89.99% C = 70% to 79.99% D = 59% to 69.99% F = 58.99% or below Teacher Availability I will be available to conference with students and/or parents by appointment in person or via phone after period 4. Students, you can always schedule an appointment with me after class. Parents, you may leave a message for me on my voicemail, or an email at your convenience. I check my messages regularly and will contact you as soon as possible. I hope I have covered everything you need to know about how to be successful in World History. Feel free to ask questions throughout the year. Your first homework assignment is to review this course description with your parent(s)/guardian(s) and to sign below as a symbol of your commitment to success in World History. Good luck!

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