World History – Mrs. Kelley
Fall 2015
Class Description
This course will closely examine the shaping of our world from the beginnings of early man, the transitional world
of empires, world revolutions, industrialization and nationalism, to the modern world from the twentieth century
up to today. Students will explore recurring themes of human experience common to civilizations around the
world and investigate now continuity and change have shaped the course of human history. Students will examine
the historic roots of events, ideas, and movements to understand the lifestyles and contributions of civilizations
worldwide. Students will broaden their sense of chronology and overriding themes in history in order to gain a
foundation for historic analysis what will help establish a link across time, and cultures. The goal of this course is to
introduce the student to various cultures and civilizations of the past and to explain how the rise and fall of these
civilizations helped create the world we know today.
Class Expectations
1. Be respectful – towards all adults, peers, and yourself at all times
2. Be prepared - Have all necessary materials out and be in your seat BEFORE the tardy bell rings. You will not
be allowed to go to your locker/car during class.
3. No Electronics – This includes cell phones and your laptop!! It will be confiscated according to school policy
and a detention will be assigned. Electronics can and will be used when Mrs. Kelley tells you.
When in doubt – ASK FIRST!
4. No food or drink – except water
5. Do not write on desks – This will result in an ASD.
6. Do not spray perfume, cologne, or hairspray during class.
7. Do not comb hair or put on make-up during class – This is not cosmetology school.
8. Participate in class – This is counted as part of your grade.
Discipline - Will be handled according to school policy outlined in the student handbook.
Materials needed
1. 1” 3 ring binder
2. Paper
3. Pencil/pen
Grading Scale
A=90-100
B=80-89
C=70-79
D=60-69
F=59 & below
Grading Policy
Tests/projects – 35%
Quizzes – 25%
Assignments – 25%
Participation – 15%
Test/quizzes will be given on the assigned readings and notes in class. All tests are announces at least a week
before. Most quizzes will be announced and some assignments may also be taken as a quiz grade due to the in
depth nature of them. Assignments are any in-class work and homework that is done on a regular basis. These can
be for a percentage grade or returned with a check minus (79), check (89) or check plus (100).
Students are able to do test corrections for extra points. This must be done during smart lunch. They have 5 days to
do this and must tell me when they plan on doing it.
Students are also able to get 5 points added to a test for the first 4 tutorials they attend each 9 weeks. They must
sign in and work on civics and economics to get the added points.
Make-up policy
If you miss the day of class an assignment was given, you will have 3 days to turn in the material for a grade. After 3
days it will be a zero. It is the student’s responsibility to collect missed assignments. All assignments will be kept in
a folder on the shelf by the door.
Students have 5 days to make up a test or quiz they missed. This can be done before, after school or during smart
lunch. It is the student’s responsibility to talk to me about scheduling a day and time
Cheating
- Cheating consists of copying someone else’s work, whether it is individual in-class work, homework, quiz or test. I
do not take cheating lightly. For you to truly understand this class and know how to apply the information, you
need to do your own work. Without this, passing the final will be very difficult and my own gauge of your need for
help in areas will be off. I will not tolerate cheating. If I find homework has been copied or you are cheating off of
someone or helping someone to cheat I will immediately give all students involved a zero, two ASDs, and
contact parents. This goes for the one who is copying and the one who is helping. This is school policy. Don’t
put yourself in a position that may reflect a cheating circumstance
LNHS World History Curriculum
The Beginnings of Civilization
Early man/Prehistoric people
First Civilizations (Egypt, Sumer, Empires of the Fertile Crescent)
Indus River Valley Civilization/ Ancient China/Early Dynasties
The Growth of Civilizations
Greek City-States/Greece’s golden age/The spread of Hellenistic culture
The rise of the Roman Empire/Roman Republic and society
Early African history/Kush and Aksum/Early Americas/Mesoamerica/Mayans
The World in Transition
Byzantine Empire and Russia
The rise and spreading of Islamic civilization
Rise of the Middle Ages/Feudalism and Manorial System
The High Middle Ages/Crusades/Thomas Aquinas/Joan of Arc/Challenge to
the Church
The Age of Exploration & Expansion
Renaissance & Reformation/Exploration & Expansion/Portugal & Spain
From Absolutism to Revolution
European Monarchs
Enlightenment and Revolution in England and America
Napoleon and the French Revolution
Industrialization and Nationalism
The Industrial Revolution/Life in the Industrial Age
Nationalism in Europe/The Age of Imperialism
World War in the 20h Century
World War I and the Russian Revolution
The Great Depression and the rise of Totalitarianism
The World since 1945
World War II/Europe and North America Postwar
Asia/Middle East since 1945
Superpowers in the modern era
The Modern World
Communication
All student grades will be updated weekly. If you have any questions or concerns, please send me an e-mail.
Teacher e-mails will be sent out during the semester on an individual and whole class basis.
I am available before and after school each day from 715-815am and 315-345. Students and parents are also
welcome to e-mail me and set up a different time if needed – alison_kelley@iss.k12.nc.us
I am looking forward to a great semester!
Mrs. Kelley