Western Civilizations I History 2311 Course Syllabus
Semester Hours Credit : 3
Spring Term 2: 2 June to 25 July, 2014
Text: Primary: Spielvogel Jackson J. (2012) Western Civilization, Volume 1 to 1715, (8th
ed.), Belmont CA., Wadsworth.
Class Sessions: 5:00-10:00 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Army Education Center, room
208.
Instructor: Bruce A. McKain, bmckain2@gmail.com OR 270-300-0768 (pager, cell phone,
voice mail)
Course Description: This course entails a survey look at the issues that faced Western
Civilization to the year 1715. The course covers chapters 1 through 16 in the text.
Students will complete several in class assignments, an academic student project, and a
comprehensive final examination. History 2311 includes a study of the development of
civilization, early empires, religious development, the protestant reformation, The English
Restoration, warfare and its effects on the development of civilization. This is an academic
course and a degree requirement. In addition, it is intended to help students gain an
understanding the past civilizations.
Prerequisites: None
Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, Western Civilizations I, the
student will able to: a) identify and describe the significance of major events in Western
Civilization from early man through the reign of Queen Anne of England: b) explain the
effect certain historical events have had on subsequent events, to include possible changes
as a result of key decision; c) discuss economic, political, military, diplomatic, and individual
contributions to the development of western civilization; and d) explain thoughts and ideas
in writing.
Schedule:
Date
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4
Class 5
Class 6
Class 7
Class 8
Activity
Reading Assignment
Pre-History, and the development of
Text Chapters 1-2.
early civilization, City States and
Empires
The Classical World
Text Chapters 3-5.
Disruption and The New Synthesis
Text Chapter 6-8.
The Emergence of Europe and
Text Chapters 9-10
The Middle Ages and The Renaissance.
Text Chapters 11-13
Reformation/Spanish Predominance
Text Chapters 14-16
Absolute Monarchy Age of Exploration
Student Presentations, Student Exhibitions. Review for Final Exam
Final Exam
Class Assignments: On a daily basis students will complete questions for each reading
assignment/class session. Questions will be used to facilitate class discussion, and will be
collected periodically. Additionally, students will be responsible for input in each class
discussion.
Course Assessment Criteria: Students will be graded on the following criteria. Points will
be assessed as follows with the final grade being based on a possible 100 points. All
portions of the grading criteria must be completed to obtain a passing grade.
Student Presentation: 25%. A short presentation (8-10 minutes) on a selected course topic.
Full criteria will be distributed in class. Presentations will be conducted on
Week 8.
Weekly Quizzes: 25%. Will cover all reading material as well as all material covered in class.
Class Participation: 25%. Participation and attendance are closely monitored. The points
for each night will be awarded for your presence and active involvement in the class.
Final Exam: 25%. Covers all reading, materials and lectures covered in the class.
Student Exhibition: 25%. An exhibition of a student selected activity to be held on
Week 8. Students will exhibit their project for their classmates and invited guest. Grading
will be IAW the attached guidelines.
Grading Scale: CTC uses a standard grading scale as follows:
90-100 A
80-89 B
IAW CTC policy the grades will be available ten (10)
70-79 C
working days after the term ends. Grades will be
60-69 D
available on-line after they are posted by CTC Office Staff.
0-59
F
Late Submission of Assignments: In order to insure fairness to all students work will be
due on the date indicated. Late work will be penalized. Special circumstances should be
discussed with the instructor prior to the assignment due date.
Incompletes: Any coursework not completed and turned in by the date grades are due will
result in a reported grade of F. Once coursework is completed, if late work has been
approved by the instructor, then a grade change will be submitted to reflect the final
grade. This will be done on a case by case basis and is not to be considered as permission to
submit late course work.
Scholastic Dishonesty: Scholastic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Use of another work,
plagiarism, or cheating will be grounds for removal from the class with a failing grade.
Attendance: Attendance is necessary and will be closely monitored. Excessive absencesthree or more- will result in removal from the class.
Withdrawal: Students who decide to withdraw from the class must do so online through the
E-Army Ed website. Failure to properly withdraw will result in a grade of F/ Fn.
Problems: The instructor will always be available to discuss problems. If the student
desires, the CTC Site Director will also discuss any student concerns. A final step would be
filing a complaint with CTC Main Campus at Killeen Texas.
ADA Compliance: CTC Policy and the instructor’s personal educational philosophy both
require accommodations for students with identified disabilities that affect their access to
their educational program. Any student with an identified disability should see the
instructor individually as soon as possible to insure that their needs are identified and met.
Subject: _________________ Date: _____________
TOPIC
NOTES
Presentation Score Sheet
Name:_______________________________________
Date:_____________
1. Presentation on time/Date Scheduled.................................
2. Presentation Length ...................................................
Yes
No
>8, <10
<8, >10
<7, >11
3. Presentation on Topic.........................................................
Yes
Generally
No
4. Appropriate Topic ..............................................................
Yes
No
5. Visual Aids .....................................Appropriate ..............
Yes
No
Shows Thought and Imagination................
Yes
No
6. Handouts .....................................Appropriate.................
Yes
No
Shows Thought and Imagination...................
Yes
No
7. Topic Discussed - Not Read ............................................
Yes
Generally
No
8. Topic Factual .................................................................
Yes
Generally
No
9. Topic Interesting...... .....................................................
Yes
Generally
No
10. Topic Well Presented ....................................................
Yes
Generally
No
Total
Comments:
Possible / Actual
5
0 _______/5
10
5
0 _______/10
10
5
0 ________/10
10
0 ________/10
10
0
10
0 ________/20
10
0
10
0 ________/20
20
10
0 ________/20
10
5
0 ________/10
20
10
0 ________/20
25
15
5 ________/25
__________/150
Project Score Sheet
Name:___________________ Project Title:_____________________
Completed on date/time assigned.
If Exhibition meets course guidelines.
a. Well constructed.
No
0
Yes Total
10 ____
0
0
10
20
b. Teaches Something.
0
20
c.
Appropriate Topic for course.
0
10
d. Appropriate method for subject.
0
10
e.
Within Historical Time period.
0
10
f.
Appropriate Topic for Method Chosen.
0
10____
Total _________/100
Class Dates
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4
Class 5
Class 6
Class 7
Class 8
- 4 June 2014
- 11 June 2014
- 18 June 2014
- 25 June 2014
- 2 July 2014
- 9 July 2014
- 16 July 2014
– 23 July 2014