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Course Designation: Honors World History
Vision: The mission of the Rankin County School District is to prepare every student
with the cognitive and social skills necessary to be productive members of an everchanging global society.
Guiding Principles:
1.
Education is a lifelong endeavor, requiring an ever-expanding content
knowledge base, a repertoire of skills, and a broad experience base. (GP1)
2.
Education is interactive and reflective, a process that is accomplished through
assessment and reflection of a collaborative nature. (GP2)
3.
Education is culturally contextualized, requiring both an understanding and
appreciation of the diversity of all individuals within the learning community.
(GP3)
4.
Education is dynamic, with change being driven by assessment data and the
needs of all segments of the educational community. (GP4)
5.
Education is enhanced by technology, infused throughout programs and
services. (GP5)
II.
General Course Goals/Objectives
1. To compare the interrelationships among human institutions, including political, social,
cultural, religious, technological, and economic
2. To analyze the relationship between the physical environment and historical trends and
events.
3. To evaluate and critique how the arts and humanities of diverse civilizations relate to
historical developments.
4. To assess the historical development of diverse political systems.
5. To cite evidence supporting the role economic systems play in determining historical
events and contemporary issues.
6. To synthesize the causes and consequences of complex events such as wars, conflicts,
and revolutions.
7. To investigate and analyze the impact of science and technology on human and
physical systems.
8. To apply the content literacy skills necessary to analyze historical documents, artifacts,
and concepts.
9. To use information, media, and technology literacy skills necessary to research,
communicate, and demonstrate critical thinking.
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III.
Course Subject Matter and Content
A. Primary Text:
B. Content Topics
 The Great Depression
 The New Deal
 President FDR, JFK, LBJ, and Nixon
 Rise of Dictators
 World War II
 Cold War
 Vietnam War
 Civil Rights Movement
 Watergate Scandal
 Rise of Conservatism
 End of Soviet Communism
 Tech. in the New Century
 Globalism, Economic Internationalism, and Terrorism
C. Technology
Students will use a variety of technology resources as learning tools. These will
include, but not be limited to, Canvas, PowerPoint, Promethean Board, Internet web
searches, and programs such as Microsoft Word for managing files.
D. Diversity
Rankin County School District adheres to a policy of non-discrimination in
educational programs, activities, and employment and strives affirmatively to provide
equal opportunity for all as required by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
which prohibits discrimination against the handicapped.
IV.
Major Course Activities
A. Course Activity Descriptions
Class Discussions/ Participation
The purpose of class discussions and participation is to provide opportunities for
deep exploration into relevant content and information connected with world
history. Students are responsible for completing online or in class discussions.
Research Articles
The purpose of the research articles is for candidates to learn to research relevant
and current literature and resources pertaining to historical events. Students are
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responsible for researching various historically based articles, as well as reading
and annotating the articles which are used.
B. Spring 2016 Course Outline
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Scheduled Content, Projects, and Assignments
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Great Depression & New Deal
Presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt
Rise of the Dictators 1920s-1933
MAJOR TEST
WWII 1939-1945
The Rise of Dictators 1920s-1939
MAJOR TEST
The Cold War 1945-1961
Origins of The Civil Rights Movement
1945-1961
MAJOR TEST
Spring Break (Mar. 7-11)
Presidency of John F. Kennedy
The Civil Rights Movement 1961-1963
Origins of Vietnam Conflict 1945-1963
MAJOR TEST
President Lyndon B. Johnson
President Richard Nixon
Vietnam Conflict 1964-1975
Civil Rights Movement 1964-1970
Watergate Scandal 1972-1975
MAJOR TEST
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21 Century 1976-2016
Rise of Conservatism and The End of
Soviet Communism
Rise of Technology in The New Century
1981-1993
Globalism and Economic Internationalism
and the Rise of Terrorism 1993-2016
MAJOR TEST
FINAL EXAMS 5/17-5/20
(Comprehensive Summative Test)
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V.
Methods of Instruction
The instructional methods used to accomplish the goals and related objectives include
lecture, modeling, class discussion, cooperative learning activities, simulations,
demonstrations, and experiences.
VI.
Evaluation Methods
A. Student’s tests and assignments will be graded with subjective and objective
measures to include rubrics, grading scales, and answer keys.
B. Evaluation:
I. The primary purpose of assessment is to improve the quality of teaching and
learning. Consequently, teachers shall employ formative assessment strategies for
the purpose of adjusting ongoing instructional procedures to improve the learning
progress of students. Summative assessments shall also be used to measure a
student’s progress toward or degree of accomplishment relative to stated goals
and objectives (standards) for a subject. Both types of assessments shall be
factored into the grade received, with primary weight (60% inclusive of exam
grade when applicable) being on summative assessments and denoting the degree
of mastery learning of material presented.
Grading scale:
90-100
A
80-89
B
70-79
C
60-69
D
Less than 60 F
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VII. Contact Information
Jessica Rodgers
Phone: 601-825-2261
Email: Jes204@rcsd.ms
VIII. GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION
Honors World History
Brandon High School
Office/Planning Hours are A days during 2nd block and B days during 1st block.
Library. Requirements for courses include activities, projects, and/or papers where use of the
library is essential. Library hours are posted on the website.
Class Attendance. Students are expected to attend all class meetings. Only authorized absences
will be recognized for make-up work missed. Students will be entitled to make up work
according to the following regulations: in cases of personal illness and illness within the
student’s immediate family (medical excuse required); in cases of death in the immediate family;
personal emergencies (handled on an individual basis at the discretion of the instructor); and
absences authorized by the attendance office.
Tardiness. A student is tardy for class if he/she arrives in the class after the class period has
officially begun or the bell has sounded. If students come in late, they are considered to be absent
until they speak with their instructor to change it to a tardy. The tardy must be recorded by the
principal or his/her designee prior to the admittance to class. Tardies to school and class may be
excused or unexcused at the discretion of the principal or his/her designee. Any student who
receives an unexcused tardy for being late to school or for being late to class may be disciplined
in a manner deemed appropriate by the principal or his/her designee. Such discipline can include,
but is not limited to, detention and in-school suspension. Tardies to school and class will be
counted per semester of the school year, and all tardy reports will be kept on file in the
principal’s office.
Course Deadlines. Failure to meet a course deadline for submitting projects, activities, and/or
papers will result in a grade penalty. At the discretion of the instructor, for each late project,
activity, or paper, the grade can be lowered by as much as one letter. Incompletes will not be
given except for extenuating circumstances determined by the instructor and with prior approval
of the dept. chair.
Point deductions will be taken each day an assignment is late. No assignments will be taken
after 3 calendar days. Point deductions will be solely the instructor’s discretion. Exceptions must
be brought to the instructor’s attention and will be handled on a case by case basis solely at the
instructor’s discretion.
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Examinations. Students are expected to take examinations at the scheduled times. Should an
authorized absence occur on a test date, the student may schedule a time to take the test early if
they wish, or after the test date.
Cheating and Plagiarism. Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated. School policy will be
followed, according to current issues, and procedures specific to the history dept. will be
enforced.
Accountability for Individual Work. Unless otherwise directed, all papers and assignments are
to represent the individual student’s efforts. Students submitting a personal assignment that
represents the collaborative works of others or the work of another individual will not be given
credit for the assignment. If the offense constitutes cheating or plagiarism, school policy will be
followed.
VIIII. Disabilities Statement and Policy
Accommodation of Disabilities. It is the responsibility of students who have professionally
diagnosed disabilities to notify the instructor so that necessary and/or appropriate modifications
can be made to meet any special learning needs.
X. Student Conduct
Each student will be responsible for providing a positive, safe, and healthy educational
environment for others by maintaining order, self-discipline, and having consideration for the
rights and property of others. The accomplishment of this objective will entail the following:
1. Each student will bear the responsibility for his or her own conduct, including responsibility
for neatness and cleanliness of personal attire and hygiene.
2. Each student will respect the rights of other students, teachers, administrators, other school
personnel, and visitors as human beings and fellow citizens of the school community.
3. Each student will respect the personal property of others and refrain from causing intentional
damage or unnecessary wear and tear to books, facilities, school materials, school buildings
and furnishings, and the personal property of others and obey all state laws pertaining thereto.
4. Each student will refrain from violating all state laws, school discipline codes, or city
ordinances and will refrain from: a. using profanity or inappropriate language. b. fighting or
making threats. c. creating disturbances. d. carrying any weapon or any instrument which could
be used as a weapon on school grounds or at school functions. e. intentionally injuring another
person or acting in such a negligent or indifferent manner as to expose others to risk or danger
of harm or injury. f. using threats or intimidation against any other person. g. denying others
the use of school facilities or buildings.
5. Each student will respect the health and safety of others and will refrain from:
a. smoking or using; possessing on their person, in their automobile or vehicle, or in their
locker; or transmitting tobacco on campus or at extracurricular activities.
b. using, possessing, transmitting, or being under the influence of any alcoholic beverage.
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c. using, possessing, transmitting, or being under the influence of any narcotic substance,
illegal or prohibited drug, or controlled substance as defined by state law. 58
d. engaging in gambling or extortion.
e. engaging in theft.
f. assaulting or attempting assault of another person.
g. producing excessive noise.
h. engaging in any other unlawful activity.
i. making suggestive sexual remarks to other persons, students, or teachers or engaging in any
type of conduct or action relative in any way to sex or sexual advances or sexual threats or
gestures to or in the presence of another person while at school, on the bus, or attending a
school related activity or function of any type at any location.
j. exposing one’s self sexually by the removal of clothing or the wearing of see-through
clothing or clothing that is otherwise inappropriate or which might jeopardize the
enhancement of the educational process or learning environment.
k. showing disrespect to or failing to obey instructions or requests of his/her teacher, principal,
or other school authority figure employed by the Rankin County School District, including
bus drivers.
6. Each student will respect the educational process and learning environment of others by
refraining from: a. tardiness. b. being absent from school for reasons that are unexcused or for
reasons not associated with sickness, injury, or death in the family unless excused in advance
by the principal. c. any activities which diminish the rights of others and the opportunity for
other students to receive an education and obtain the maximum benefit from a public
education.
7. A student who enhances their educational performance or allows other students to enhance
their educational performance through any dishonest means shall be given a zero and is subject
to suspension or expulsion for the remainder of the year. It shall be the responsibility of the
Superintendent and principals to develop such further rules and regulations as necessary to
insure that students conduct themselves in a manner conducive to the best interest of the
school, and it shall be the responsibility of the students to obtain and follow such rules, oral or
written, upon request and in an expedient, efficient, and timely manner.
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