Course Outline
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COURSE STATISTICS
II.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
COURSE TITLE: MODERN WORLD STUDIES
DEPARTMENT: SOCIAL STUDIES
LENGTH OF COURSE: FULL YEAR
GRADE LEVEL: 7
INSTRUCTOR: MR. SISOCK
ROOM: 207
Modern World Studies is a course designed to give students an understanding of the
formation and development of the diverse cultures of the world and the contributions of
those cultures to modern society. Students will explore these cultures, the people and
their history, their economies and governments, and the complex relationship between
people and their environment. A wide range of experiences is offered to engage and
challenge students in making better sense of the world around us. Significant past,
present, and possible future events are highlighted and explored. Appreciation of current
events in light of our changing world continues to be a course ideal as well.
RATIONALE
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected through mutual social, political,
economic, and environmental concerns and rapidly advancing technology, the need to
understand human culture from a global perspective is critical. As today’s students
confront real-world issues, such a perspective is essential if they are to understand the
connections among the world’s people and places and become competent, productive
citizens. This class fosters the guiding principle of the Hazleton Area School District that
each student will gain the knowledge, abilities, skills, and values necessary to adapt and to
succeed in our competitive world.
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REQUIRED MATERIALS
~Textbook
~Pen/Pencil
GRADES
~3 Subject Notebook (FOR WORLD STUDIES ONLY!)
~Planner
There will be at least one announced quiz for each section of each chapter covered in the
textbook. Corresponding writing assessments will accompany each quiz. A major test
will be given for each chapter covered. In addition, there will be a number of
assignments. All assignments are graded. In-class participation/cooperation is equally
important. Students are expected to take notes and all notebooks will be graded. There is
one major project per quarter. There will be quarterly exams and a final exam.
Classroom Management Policy
Contributing, responsible citizens obey rules and respect the rights of others. Such
behavior should be practiced every day. With this in mind, please read the following
classroom management policy:
1. Rules, regulations, and guidelines as specified by the Hazleton Area School District and
outlined in the student manual will be followed without exception.
2. Respect-The most important quality I expect to see in each student is his or her willingness to respect others and the school
environment. You, as a student, are respected the minute you enter the school. Please do not do anything to diminish that
respect. Any open display of apathy or disrespect for your classmates or teacher can have serious consequences.
3. Right to teach and learn-Under no circumstances may any student disrupt my teaching or the learning of others. It is
my right and privilege to teach. Each and every student has the right to a quality education. Classroom procedures and
etiquette must be adhered to at all times.
4. Class begins when you enter the room. All students should immediately be seated, quietly open books, and await further
instructions.
5. There is absolutely NO talking while the teacher is talking!
6. Lateness for class will not be tolerated.
7. You MUST have permission to leave your seat.
8. You MUST raise your hand to ask or answer a question.
9. Failure to have your textbook, notebook, or class materials will result in a ZERO for that day.
10. Notebooks are REQUIRED and graded, and must be brought to class everyday.
11. Positively NO gum chewing or eating food in the classroom.
12. Cheating will not be tolerated and penalties will be severe: automatic zero, conference with
parents and administration.
13. Vandalism will not be tolerated. Security will be called. Student will be held responsible for
all damage.
14. Absences-Make-up tests, quizzes, and homework due to absence from school or class must be
arranged by the student. All students and parents should be aware of the Hazleton Area School
District’s attendance policy. Failure to meet the attendance requirements as specified by the
HASD could adversely affect your grade.
15. Homework Online-All World Studies homework, assignments, tests, and quizzes are posted online daily. To check daily
postings for World Geography log onto the Internet and go to www.hasdk12.org to find teacher web pages.
16. Parent Contacts-I encourage parents to be involved in the educational process as much as
possible. Home involvement is vital. I welcome calls from parents and I am always happy to address questions or concerns
parents may have about their son or daughter’s education. The best way to contact me is by e-mail. My e-mail address is
sisocks@hasdk12.org and can be found on the HASD website.
17. Grading-
Grades
¼ Tests and Quizzes
¼ Notebooks, Assignments, Projects
¼ Citizenship/Participation
¼ Exam
Participation Includes:
Attitude and Behavior
Classwork
Homework
Notebooks
THIS CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT POLICY IS ENFORCED!
________________________________________________
PARENT SIGN-OFF FORM
I have read the materials included and I am aware of
what is expected of my son or daughter in your class.
_____________________________________
SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN
_____________________________________
STUDENT’S NAME
*HOPE TO SEE EVERYONE ON GALLERY NIGHT*
V.
COURSE OUTLINE (3RD QUARTER)
1/21
Introduction Chapter 2
ROOTS OF AMERICAN DEMOCRACY
1/21-1/28
Chapter 2, Section 1
OUR ENGLISH HERITAGE
1/29-2/5
Chapter 2, Section 2
THE COLONIAL EXPERIENCE
2/6-2/12
Chapter 2, Section 3
TOWARD INDEPENDENCE
2/13-2/18
Chapter 2, Section 4
THE NATION’S FIRST GOVERNMENTS
2/18, 2/19
Review of Chapter 2
2/20
2/21
Test Chapter 2
Introduction Chapter 3
THE CONSTITUTION
2/22-3/1
Chapter 3, Section 1
THE ROAD TO THE CONSTITUTION
3/4-3/8
Chapter 3, Section 2
THE CONSTITUTION
3/11-3/14
Chapter 3, Section 3
UNDERLYING PRINCIPLES
3/15-3/19
Chapter 3, Section 4
THE LIVING CONSTITUTION
3/20
3/21
3/22, 3/25
3/26
Review of Chapter 3
Test Chapter 3
Review for Quarterly Exam
Quarterly Exam
Chapter 2, 3