World History
Instructor:
Laura Goin
Description:
What was everyday life like for the ancient Egyptians? What strategies did Greek and Roman soldiers utilize in war? How did Christianity spread throughout the Western world and beyond? What inventions did ancient China contribute to the world? What was the significance of the French Revolution? The Russian Revolution? What was life like for a world at war? We will find the answers to these and other questions through a variety of class activities including informal debates, simulations, projects, slideshows and games.
Requirements:
Students are expected to abide by school and class rules, participate and stay on task, produce their best work and honor deadlines. I do not accept late work except on the basis of an excused absence. Student work must be neat and legible.
Prerequisites:
Reading and writing proficiency; commitment to meeting the demands of a high school level, college preparatory class.
Grades:
Grades will be assessed through homework, class work, participation, tests, and the semester final exam. Upon successful completion of this class a student will earn 1 History credit toward graduation.
Level of Parental Involvement
High School:
5 hours independently per day, 1 hour working with a parent per day
Texts:
Observations and Assessments from Creation to Today, by James P. Stobaugh Edition required: ISBN-13: 978-1-68344-200-4 (First revised printing: April 2020). Please note that other editions will not be compatible.
Supplies:
Binder
Notebook paper
Pens
Sharpened pencils
Thin markers
Colored pencils
Pencil sharpener
Highlighter
DividersÂ
Hole punch (not required)
Other Requirements:
None