Course: 10 th Grade World History 2
Teacher: Miss Katie Lavoie
Contact:
Email: katielavoie@vistausd.org
Digital Portfolio: http://mslavoieshistoryclass.edublogs.org
Vista High School Main Office #: 760-726-5611
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Course Description and Rationale:
10 th Grade World History 2:
Students in World History 2 examine major turning points in the shaping of the modern Western world. We begin with a study of primary and secondary sources, as well as an investigation of historical investigations into the past, and history’s relevance.
We continue with an introduction to the rise of democracy, the growth of democratic ideals and institutions, and the challenges of maintaining these ideals. To achieve these goals, students will utilize the textbook, primary and secondary sources, and alternative resources to enhance their deeper understanding of the varied historical themes.
The study of history/social science will help students gain the knowledge and understanding they need to make wise choices in their own lives and to take an active role as responsible citizens of our global society. To reach this goal, students should recognize how ideas, events, and individuals have interacted to produce change over time as well as recognize the conditions and forces that maintain continuity within and among human societies. This includes the ability to think critically as well as learn basic study and research skills in addition to building a base of content knowledge.
Textbook:
World History: Connections to Today, Prentice Hall, 2005.
Textbook readings will be supplemented by various primary and secondary source readings. STUDENT MUST BRING TEXTBOOK TO CLASS EVERY DAY.
Digital Portfolio: It is essential that you check my digital portfolio twice a week (on
Sunday evening (after 5pm), as well as at least once mid-week). There will be weekly updates about interesting happenings in our class, upcoming tests and assignments on the blog. Additionally, you can find cool history resources there, as well as a little bit about me and contact information. *if internet access is an issue, please contact me and we can discuss a solution.

Suggested Student Materials:
1 two or three inch 3-ring binder with dividers
Loose leaf college lined paper
1 composition notebook
Pens/Pencils
Highlighter
A daily planner/assignment book
A positive attitude and an open mind!
Grade Distribution:
Tests and Quizzes 30%
Written assignments/projects 30%
Homework/classwork 30%
Citizenship 10%
Grading Scale:
A: 90-100
B: 80-89
C: 70-79
D: 60-69
F: 0-59
Homework/Classwork:
The heading on all work should appear as follows:
Name of student
Teacher
Date
Class Expectations:
Students are expected to respect themselves, their peers, their teachers, class materials and the classroom space. Bullying will not be tolerated. Cell phones, iPods, and other electronic devices must be put away and out of sight during class. No eating or drinking in class; water bottles are fine. Laptops are only to be used at the discretion of the teacher.
Late Work:
Late submission of any assignment will result in a 50% decrease of grade. It is very important that you talk to Miss Lavoie early on if you anticipate difficulty in meeting the deadline. I will do all I can to help you stay on track. Grades can be monitored through
Parent Portal. Please communicate with me about any issues. I am here to help you succeed!

Absences and Tardies:
If you are absent, it is your responsibility to make up all missed work and take the initiative to speak with the teacher about any work you missed. Extended absences, especially with the block schedule, will make it difficult for you to meet course learning goals and expectations. It is expected that you will come to class on-time with materials and assignments, ready to learn and be an active participant.
Academic Honesty:
As per district policy, “Plagiarism and cheating are two examples of violations of the
Code of Academic Integrity. Plagiarism is typically described as duplication of another’s work without full acknowledgement of the debt to the original source, however, it also includes any of the following:
 Direct duplication, by copying (or allowing to be copied) another’s work, whether from a book, article, Web site, another student’s assignment, etc.;
 Duplication in any manner of another’s work during an exam;
 Paraphrasing of another’s work closely, with minor changes but with the essential meaning, form and/or progression of ideas maintained;
 Piecing together sections of the work of others into a new whole
 Submitting one’s own work which has already been submitted for assessment purposes in another subject;
 Producing assignments in conjunction with other people (e.g. another student, a tutor) which should be your own independent work.”
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10 th Grade World History 2: Semester 1 Tentative Course Schedule
Unit Weeks Essential Questions Readings
1. Introduction to
Essential Skills
(primary and secondary sources, geo-literacy, research skills)
Mid-August to early
September
-Why is history essential to study?
-How are primary and secondary sources useful to historical study?
-How does geography help us understand history?
Secondary Source articles and primary source handouts primarily.
Skills handbook

2. Ancient Greece and Rome
3. The Scientific
Revolution and
Enlightenment
4. The Age of
Revolution
5. Industrial
Revolution and
Imperialism
6. World War I and start Russian
Revolution
Early September to
Mid-September
Mid-September to early/mid October
Mid-October to late
October
Late October-Late
November
Late November-
Mid-December
-How did democracy become established in the
Western world?
-What constitutes a revolution?
-Does a revolution need to be violent to be effective?
-Why was the
Enlightenment considered a revolution?
-Do citizens ever have a right to rebel against their governments?
-How do revolutions inspire other revolutions?
-Can the original goals of a revolution remain the same, even if the government changes?
-What is progress?
-Does progress exist?
-Is technology always a good thing?
-Is capitalism the best economic policy?
-Is war ever justified?
-How does the outcome of a war affect a country?
-What are the costs of war?
-Should individuals be obligated to serve in the military?
Textbook Ch. 5 and
Ch. 6
Additional reading handouts
Textbook Ch. 14,
Ch. 15, Ch. 18
Additional reading handouts
Ch. 19, Ch. 21
Additional reading handouts.
Ch. 20, Ch. 22, Ch.
25
Additional reading handouts.
Ch. 23, Ch. 27, Ch.
28
Additional reading handouts.

*Notes about schedule: o This schedule is not a static document, so items might evolve slightly depending on the class needs, and what content might need more or less focus. Please be sure to check my digital portfolio regularly to keep updated on the latest course assignments and learning. o Each unit will culminate in either an exam, written assignment, or project.
Additional information on these will be provided in class. o Current events will be a weekly focus throughout the entire semester. o Semester 2 will commence where we left off in the content schedule.
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Agreement:
We have read, understand, and agree to the terms of the Miss Lavoie’s syllabus. We accept the responsibilities and policies stated, and will support and abide by these in our role of parent, guardian, or student.
Student signature: __________________________ Date: ____________
Parent/guardian signature: ____________________ Date: ____________
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Phone:
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Please turn in just the last sheet of the syllabus with your student. They will received a full or no credit grade for turning in this sheet.