Welcome to World History II
Andrea Relator
Andrea.Relator@lcps.org - 4th Block Titan Time
Supplies:
Student Agenda
Binder and 1 Subject Notebook
Pens/ Pencils
USB Thumb Drive
Course Text:
Government Alive!: Power, Politics, and You. TCI.
2009/2012
Philosophy: In this course we are committed to the LCPS initiative of One to the World as a way
to educate and prepare our students to become global citizens. http://www.lcps.org/Page/147536
Course Syllabus: Please go to my website to review the Course Syllabus with your son or daughter
it can be found on the course webpage. On the first day of class please complete the family
information form, sign that you have read the syllabus with your child and ask them to return it to
me next class.
Donate? If you are wondering how you can help, Our classroom could always use disinfectant
wipes, markers, glue sticks, scissors, post-its and with the Bring your own device policy, I would like to
start collecting second hand tablets to have in the classroom for students who do not have their own devices.
Welcome to World History II
Andrea Relator
Andrea.Relator@lcps.org - 4th Block Titan Time
Supplies:
Student Agenda
Binder and 1 Subject Notebook
Pens/ Pencils
USB Thumb Drive
Course Text:
Government Alive!: Power, Politics, and You. TCI.
2009/2012
Philosophy: In this course we are committed to the LCPS initiative of One to the World as a way
to educate and prepare our students to become global citizens. http://www.lcps.org/Page/147536
Course Syllabus: Please go to my website to review the Course Syllabus with your son or daughter
it can be found on the course webpage. On the first day of class please complete the family
information form, sign that you have read the syllabus with your child and ask them to return it to
me next class.
Donate? If you are wondering how you can help, Our classroom could always use disinfectant
wipes, markers, glue sticks, scissors, post-its and with the Bring your own device policy, I would like to
start collecting second hand tablets to have in the classroom for students who do not have their own devices.
Objectives
 Each and every student will demonstrate the mastery of knowledge of historical events from 1500 to the
present in order to understand the events of today and to predict the choices and challenges the world
will face in the future
 Each and every student will independently utilize critical thinking skills to deliberate current issues
within the context of World History while developing research skills, analyzing primary and secondary
sources especially through the use of maps, news articles, social media and data analysis.
 Each and every student will make connections to resources and audiences beyond the teacher and the
classroom as a way to develop skills as a global citizen.
Other helpful tips:
 Current articles from various news sources will also be an integral part of the course reading.
You are encouraged to read current newspapers, periodicals, news websites, as well as listen to
news radio and view television news programs representing a variety of different viewpoints.
 Study and review the material presented and practiced in class every day. Ten to fifteen
minutes can really improve your grade and understanding. Seek help in Titan Time!
 Technology: Use of technology in the classroom is for instructional purposes ONLY.
 Assessments: Students should reserve questions about their individual progress for after school
or during Titan Time. Scores will be updated on Phoenix within 2 weeks of the assignment being
graded. Students and families should expect assignments returned in the following manner:
o Daily Assignments/ Quizzes: 1-2 Blocks
o Tests: 2-3 Blocks
o Major Projects or essays: Within 2 weeks
Objectives:
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Each and every student will demonstrate the mastery of knowledge of historical events from 1500 to the
present in order to understand the events of today and to predict the choices and challenges the world
will face in the future
Each and every student will independently utilize critical thinking skills to deliberate current issues
within the context of World History while developing research skills, analyzing primary and secondary
sources especially through the use of maps, news articles, social media and data analysis.
Each and every student will make connections to resources and audiences beyond the teacher and the
classroom as a way to develop skills as a global citizen.
Other helpful tips:
 Current articles from various news sources will also be an integral part of the course reading.
You are encouraged to read current newspapers, periodicals, news websites, as well as listen to
news radio and view television news programs representing a variety of different viewpoints.
 Study and review the material presented and practiced in class every day. Ten to fifteen
minutes can really improve your grade and understanding. Seek help in Titan Time!
 Technology: Use of technology in the classroom is for instructional purposes ONLY.
 Assessments: Students should reserve questions about their individual progress for after school
or during Titan Time. Scores will be updated on Phoenix within 2 weeks of the assignment being
graded. Students and families should expect assignments returned in the following manner:
o Daily Assignments/ Quizzes: 1-2 Blocks
o Tests: 2-3 Blocks
o Major Projects or essays: Within 2 weeks