Department: Social StudiesCourse: ACP U.S. History

Grade: 11Course Number: 833 & 834/H105 & H106

Instructor: Benjamin. TrickerEmail:

Year 2011 2012

Course Description: The Advanced College Project is a NACEP (National Alliance Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships) accredited program. Advanced College Project United States History is a survey course. It spans the history of the United States from the era of exploration to the current day. From this course students will gain a basic understanding of the U.S. history and the values of a democratic society. The course meets MarianHigh Schooland the State of Indiana graduation requirements. In addition, the course meets IndianaUniversity’s standards for IU college credit, acceptable as transfer credit to over 500 universities. Students must pass both semesters in order to receive academic credit toward high school graduation. A key goal of this course is for students to gain an articulate understanding ofthe United States’ history, heritage, and republican virtues. Knowledge of historical background with an emphasis on understanding present-day problems will be emphasized.

Text:The Brief American Pageant: A History of the RepublicSeventhEdition, ©2008, David M. Kennedy, Lizabeth Cohen, Mel Piehl.

Materials: Bring to class daily the textbook, a notebook, a pen, and a folder.

Requirements: It is expected that all students will complete reading assignments on a timely basis, make positive contributions in class, and demonstrate proficiency on all forms of evaluation.

Assignments/Assessment: All assignments are due at the beginning of class. Expect group and individualprojects throughout the year.

Course Evaluation: Evaluation is based on the following: essay tests, objective tests, map tests, quizzes, class participation, paper assignments, and projects. All assignments must be completed individually unless otherwise noted and permitted by the instructor. Quizzes can be given at any time over lecture, the textbook, documentaries, readings, and maps. Exams in this class will be essay or computer grid. All students must bring an ink pen (blue or black) for essay exams. A number 2 pencil is needed for computer grid exams.

Lecture: All lectures will follow, as closely as possible, the outline of the text. However, lectures will not be a rehash of text materials. Lectures are designed to supplement text materials. All students are expected to take notes during class.

Grades: The semester grade equals the average of the two quarter grades. A comprehensive final will not be administered.

NOTE: It is hoped that all students will exhibit some interest and enthusiasm for the course. Extra credit work is not allowed. It is fully expected that all students will show respect for the opinions of their classmates. Student behavior should reflect the rules found in the Marian Student Handbook. Most tests are essay or computer graded. You are responsible for the proper marking of the answer sheet as well as having a #2 pencil for all exams. All essay exams should be writtenlegibly and clearly.

The following objectives will befollowed in this U.S. history course.

Colonial History 1500 to 1775

Students review and summarize the foundational period of North American history from the English Age of Exploration to the French & Indian War

Early National Development: 1775 to 1877

Students will review and summarize key ideas, events, and developments from the Founding Era through the Civil War and Reconstruction, 1775 to 1877.

Development of the Industrial United States: 1870 to 1900

Students will examine the political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States during the period from 1870 to 1900.

Emergence of the Modern United States: 1897 to 1920

Students will examine the political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States during the period from 1897 to 1920.

The Modern United States in Prosperity and Depression: 1920s and 1930s

Students will examine the political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States during the period from 1920 to 1939.

The United States and World War II: 1939 to 1945

Students will examine the causes and course of World War II, the effects of the war on United States society and culture, and the consequences of the war on United States involvement in world affairs.

Postwar United States: 1945 to 1960

Students will examine the political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States during the period from 1945 to 1960.

The United States in Troubled Times: 1960 to 1980

Students will examine the political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States during the period from 1960 to 1980.

The Contemporary United States: 1980 to the Present

Students will examine the political, economic, social and cultural development of the United States during the period from 1980 to the present.

Historical Thinking

Students will conduct historical research that incorporates information literacy skills such as forming appropriate research questions; evaluating information by determining its accuracy, relevance and comprehensiveness; interpreting a variety of primary and secondary sources; and presenting their findings with documentation.

Class RulesMr. oom 110

  1. Promptness
  2. Arriving on time involves being in your seat when the bell rings. The bell signals the beginning of class.
  3. If you do not bring it, you will not be allowed to go back to get it.
  4. Consequences for being tardy.
  5. 3rd tardy – office referral, letter sent home, detention
  6. 4th tardy – detention
  7. 5th tardy – detention
  8. 6th tardy – locked out, detention, letter sent home
  9. Two types of passes are acceptable. The first is a handwritten type using Marian’s yellow pass form. The second is an email explanation from a teacher or administrator. The discretion of the teacher overrides the validity of all passes.
  10. Attention
  11. The complete attention of each student is necessary for the whole class to learn.
  12. The teacher knows more about the subject than all the students put together. Please have faith in the teacher and direct all questions to the teacher.
  13. Students who detract from the atmosphere of learning will face relocation within the room, restrictions of freedom, detention, dean referral, and/or other appropriate action.
  14. When you are given time to work on an assignment, the time is to be used for that purpose, not conversation or work from other classes.
  15. Resting of one’s eyes, except for allowed “nap” time indicates a lack of attention and will not be allowed.
  16. Make-up work & late work
  17. Homework should be turned in on time. Work that is late for any reason other than an excused absence will receive a 25% reduction per each day tardy.
  18. If absent from class it is the student’s obligation to ascertain the work missed. Students with excused absences have as many days as they were excused to turn in all delinquent work. The class will progress with or without you.
  19. If a student misses a test the make-up must be taken upon the date of the student’s return. Make-up exams may not be the same test and may be in essay form at the teacher’s discretion.
  20. Miscellaneous
  21. The teacher’s chairs, desks, and tables are off limits.
  22. Chewing of gum is not allowed in the classroom. Food, candy, and/or beverages of any kind are not permitted in the classroom. Refrain and restrain are two key words to learn.
  23. Time to dispute, amend, or discuss any policy or decision of the teacher is not available during class. Student may schedule appointments with the teacher.
  24. Academic integrity is an important value to maintain in all courses. Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated, please see the guidelines in Marian’s handbook for information about cheating/plagiarism and the consequences thereof.
  25. Consequences (cumulative)
  26. Verbal warning and/or 20 minute detention
  27. 30 minute detention
  28. Parent notification and morning detention
  29. Office referral with parent conference
  30. A serious violation of classroom rules will result in immediate parental notification and dean referral.

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