Mr. Potteiger                                         WORLD HISTORY SYLLABUS                                     Room A-150

Potteigerj@mlbgsd.k12.pa.us              

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is intended to be a study of the world’s history from 1450 to the present with the goal of relating the past to our present and future.  We will be spending time studying key topics in world history such as the Renaissance, Reformation, colonialism, Enlightenment, revolutions, World Wars, etc.  The primary goal of the course is to achieve a better understanding the world around us today. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

This class will focus on topics and areas of the world that you may be unfamiliar with. If you are having trouble with the material, COME SEE ME, and we will discuss the problem and create solutions so you can reach your potential. I am available in the morning if you need to see me. I recommend a one-inch, three-ring binder for this course. You will need to be prepared every day with your textbook, notebook, chromebook, and ear buds/headphones.

***GOOGLE CLASSROOM***

We will be utilizing Google Classroom and Google Apps for Education (GAFE) on a regular basis. This can be accessed by the students using their school provided Google login on any connected device. When students are absent, they should check Classroom for any missed work.

GRADING

• Homework- Assignments will be posted on Classroom. The most common reason students struggle in this class is failure to complete homework.
• Projects- There will be various graded projects and group work assignments throughout the school year that will be announced and described to you by the teacher.
• Research Paper- You must complete the 3-page research paper to receive credit for the course
• More details will be provided at a later date
• Assessments -  All tests/quizzes will be announced in advance. If you are absent on the day of the assessment, you will take it on the day you return to class. Arrangements will be made for absences longer than five days.
• Late Work- For each day late, ten percent of the value of the assignment will be deducted from your score. (i.e. a 10 point homework assignment turned in 2 days late will be worth a maximum of 8 points)
• Cheating and Plagiarism- Cheating will result in a 0.  Plagiarism will result in a 0, and an incomplete for that marking period until the assignment is resubmitted in a satisfactory manner.

EXPECTATIONS

The more you contribute to class, the more you will get out of this course. Questions, observations, and informed opinions are all welcome during class. Be respectful of your classmates, and we will be able to enjoy much more class discussion of the material. Take responsibility for your accomplishments and mistakes.

GOOGLE CLASSROOM EMAILS

                Google Classroom will automatically send individualized emails for your student. Since parents cannot access the Classroom page, this is a great way to stay informed about what your student is doing in my class. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. If you have not received these in the past and wish to, please write your email on this form so I can update the system