SALEM STATE COLLEGE
History of World Civilization II
Spring 2008
Professor Thomas M. Page
Email: questions@professorpage.info
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HIS 102 Section 40 - Room SB 301 - Time 3:30-4:20
Office Hours: Room SB 123 - Time 12:00-1:00PM
COURSE DESCRIPTION
HIS 102 History of World Civilization II 3 cr.
Surveys civilization from 1650 A.D. to the present, covering primarily the history of Europe, but making reference to related developments in Africa, America and Asia. Students become aware of aspects of historical criticism through studies in depth. They gain understanding of the causes of contemporary worldwide political and social changes as well as of the explosion of knowledge in the sciences. Collateral reading is required. Three lecture hours per week.
GOALS FOR WORLD HISTORY II
1. Students will develop an understanding of the history of the modern world’s
diverse cultural traditions and the gradual integration of those cultures into
an interconnected world.
2. Students will develop an understanding of the challenges to dominant systems by various resistance movements and marginalized groups.
3. Students will acquire and develop critical thinking and analytical skills.
4. Students will develop effective written and oral communication skills.
INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES FOR WORLD HISTORY II
1. Through lectures, discussions and readings in world history, students will develop an understanding of the dynamic of cause and effect and historical change over time.
2. Through class discussions and other critical assessments of readings students will demonstrate analytical skills necessary to navigate different interpretations of world historical events.
3. Through written assignments and discussion students will learn to analyze primary source documents using historical techniques and insights.
4. Through class discussions, readings, and writing assignments students will examine and question the historical construction of civilization, culture, class, religion, nation, gender, race, ethnicity and globalization.
5. Through written assignments, discussions and presentations, students will strengthen communication and comprehension skills.
6. Through written assignments and discussion students will learn, compare and contrast important characteristics of the modern world’s diverse cultural traditions and the gradual integration of those cultures into an interconnected world, including resistance movements and marginalized groups.
7. Through course assignments, students will learn to critique, evaluate, and cite print, electronic and multimedia sources.
TEXT BOOK
Required readings for this section of World History are presented in Electronic Text format: Professor Page's Faculty Web Page. Scheduled readings will be posted in the Calendar Section of the Web Page. Primary source readings will be assigned as annotated in the Calendar Section.
BASIS FOR EVALUATION
Each Student will be evaluated from several perspectives: class attendance, class participation, and exams (Essays and Quiz). There will be a maximum of four (4) essays assigned during the semester. Student essays will be evaluated according to a grading matrix displayed below. It is important for students to understand that grades received on the essay exams constitute 70% of the total grade while attendance/class participation 15% and Quiz grades 15 %. It is very important that students complete the readings according to the assigned schedule in order to be prepared for class discussion and debate. All required readings assignments and exam schedules will be posted on my website under “Calendar.” A student must complete all assignments and exams in order to receive a final grade.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES
For the Essay assignments students will be provided a question relevant to the readings and lecture material. You will have one full week to develop and present your final essay. Late Papers will be marked down one full grade. The later the paper the more it is marked down. It is highly encouraged that you utilize the Writing Center. If you decide to use the Writing Center it is required that you have completed a comprehensive outline prior to soliciting their services.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance will be noted at each class meeting. Since there are a very limited number of classes, you are expected to be in class on time each meeting unless kept from attending due to illness etc. Attendance and class participation are part of your evaluation and a percentage of your final grade, and you are responsible for the work, whether in class or not. In this course, lectures, discussions, questions and interpretations are central and you must be there for these aspects of the course. If you will miss more than three (3) classes, it could significantly lower your grade. If this occurs, it would be advisable to meet with me, particularly if withdrawal from the course becomes advisable.
OTHER MATTERS
First off, please feel free to contact me whenever the need arises: visit my office, leave a message on my voice mail or my e-mail, or call me at home. Also, the Learning Center is located on the fourth floor of the library, and offers a variety of services, including reading and study skills services, tutoring, and counseling.
Plagiarism is a very serious concern at Salem State College. In order to alleviate any issues regarding plagiarism every student is required to read and review the following material: What Is Plagiarism? No student will be allowed to submit an essay for evaluation until they have reviewed Welcome to the Plagerism Tutorial and completed all of the Quiz Sections.sections.
Salem State College is committed to nondiscrimination of Handicapped persons as specified in section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students who qualify as handicapped persons under the definition of this act should notify the instructor at the beginning of course so that reasonable modifications may be made when necessary.
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