World Civilizations 1312
Dr. Clea Bunch
Office: Stabler Hall 604H
Office Phone: 569-8397
Office Hours: TTH 12:15-1:30
or by appointment
E-Mail: cebunch@ualr.edu
Assigned Text: Ways of the World by Robert Strayer
Course Description:
The history of the world’s significant civilizations since approximately A.D. 1600;
examination of the persistence of traditional civilizations and the changes in the world
order due to the development of modern industrial society, modern science, and the
nation state.
Course Objectives:
1.
Students will demonstrate a knowledge of historical information such as
names, dates and chronologies, events, terms, and concepts.
2.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the diversity and complexity of
the historical context that shapes human experience.
3.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the inter-relatedness of
historical events as expressed in such concepts as continuity and change,
causation, interdependence of cultures, and the interaction between differing
groups and societies.
4.
Students will organize and articulate their ideas through an essay that presents
a thesis relevant to the question.
5.
Students will support their ideas with historical evidence and will reach
conclusions based on that evidence.
Course Requirements: The requirements of the course will be three exams and three
reading/essay assignments.
Exams: Exams will be a combination of short answers and essays. You will be given a
review sheet for exams one week prior to the test date. Bring a blank blue book to class
on the day of each exam. Exams are not cumulative. (Goals 1, 2, 3, 4)
Make-up Exams: In the event that a student misses one of the first two exams, make-up
exams will be given on consultation day, December 6. The time of the make-up exams
will be announced near the end of the semester. No student will be permitted to take
more than one make-up test. There are no make-ups for assignments or the final exam.
Reading assignments: Reading and essay assignments are on Blackboard. Due dates
are listed on the attached schedule. Cutting and pasting text from the web is plagiarism
and will result in a grade of 0. (Goals 1, 3, 4, 5)
Problems with Blackboard: If you have technical problems with Blackboard, please
consult the contacts listed on the login page under Student Support. I cannot solve
technical problems dealing with Blackboard; I am not a computer expert.
Late work: Late assignments will be deducted 10 points for each 24 hour period that
they are late.
Extra credit: There will be a few opportunities for earning extra credit points by
attending certain events or lectures. Do not request extra credit on an individual basis.
Attendance: Regular attendance is vital to your success as a student. It is much easier to
listen to the lecture than to attempt to reconstruct class material from other sources.
Absences for school events will be excused with appropriate documentation. The first
three absences from class are excused.
Deductions for absence/inattention:
Over 3 absences: 10 point deduction for each additional absence
Talking/texting/passing notes/sleeping in class: 10 point deduction
Grading:
Test 1: 100 points
Test 2: 100 points
Test 3: 100 points
Reading/essay assignments: 150 points (3 x 50 points)
Total: 450 possible points
A.....90%-100%
B.....80%-89%
C.....70%-79%
D.....60%-69%
Inclement Weather Policy: UALR closings are announced on the UALR website and
local television stations.
Students with Disabilities:
It is the policy of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock to create inclusive learning
environments. If there are aspects of the instruction or design of this course that result in
barriers to your inclusion or to accurate assessment of achievement–such as time-limited
exams, inaccessible web content, or the use of non-captioned videos–please notify the
instructor as soon as possible. Students are also welcome to contact the Disability
Resource Center, telephone 501-569-3143 (v/tty). For more information, visit the DRC
website at http://ualr.edu/disability/.
Academic Integrity: Any act of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of “0” for
that assignment. A second violation will be cause for dismissal from my class with an
“F.”
Contacting Dr. Bunch: E-mail is a wonderful form of communication, but it should be
kept to a minimum. Please do NOT e-mail me to tell me you will be absent from class! I
will not answer email on weekends or during vacations. I will not email grades. If you
are absent from class, please contact me about missed work when you return. I will not
discuss information about missed material until you return to class.
I DO NOT ACCEPT ASSIGNMENTS VIA EMAIL!
Classroom Etiquette
 Be on time. If you less than ten minutes late, take a seat
in the back. If you are more than ten minutes late, do not
come to class.
 Try to remember to turn off your cell phone. If your cell
phone rings, then hang it up. ALL ELECTRONIC
DEVICES ARE PROHIBITED DURING TESTS.
 Classes are large; therefore, do not engage in
conversation that does not involve the entire class. Even
whispering can be disruptive to those who are hard of
hearing.
 You may bring your child to class if necessary (due to
school conference days, etc.), but do not bring a sick child
to class. Be sure that your child has a source of quiet
entertainment such as a book or coloring. It is doubtful
that they will find my lecture interesting.
 If you are not paying attention to the lecture, then you
will be asked to leave the classroom.
 Please do NOT contact me via email unless it is essential.
Most questions can be answered before or after class, or
during office hours.