Social Studies Syllabus

Social Studies Course

Course Title	[COURSE TITLE]
Course Code	[COURSE CODE]
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Class Location	[CLASS LOCATION]
Class Time	[CLASS TIME]
Class Duration	[DATE] - [DATE]

1. Course Title and Description

This course explores American History from pre-colonial era to present day. The aim is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of events, individuals, and ideas that have shaped the United States. As such, students will learn to think critically, read primary and secondary sources carefully, and articulate their thoughts professionally in written assignments and discussion posts.

2. Instructor Information

Instructor: [Your Name]

Email: [Your Email Address]

Office Hours: [Day(s) and Time(s)]

Room Number: [Your Office Location]

3. Learning Objectives

• To understand the major events and themes in American History.

• To develop the ability to write clear and precise historical arguments.

• To analyze primary and secondary historical sources.

• To engage thoughtfully in group discussions about history.

• To appreciate the relevance of historical studies to interpreting contemporary issues.

4. Course Materials

• Textbook: "The American Journey" by David Goldfield et al.

• Primary source documents, articles, and multimedia resources.

• Supplementary readings and documentaries.

• Online research tools and databases.

5. Course Schedule

Week	Topics	Readings
1	Introduction & Colonial America	Textbook: Chapters 1-2
2	American Revolution & Constitution	Textbook: Chapters 3-5
3	Westward Expansion & Manifest Destiny	Textbook: Chapters 6-8
4	Civil War & Reconstruction	Textbook: Chapters 9-11
5	Industrialization & Gilded Age	Textbook: Chapters 12-14
6	Progressive Era & World War I	Textbook: Chapters 15-17
7	Roaring Twenties & Great Depression	Textbook: Chapters 18-20
8	World War II & Post-war America	Textbook: Chapters 21-23

6. Required Reading and Materials

• American History Textbook

• Supplemental articles (distributed in class)

• Maps of U.S. History

• American History Film Collection (access provided in class)

• Historic Document archive (available online)

7. Assignments and Assessments

• Mid-term Exam: This will cover materials from first half of the course.

• Final Exam: This will be comprehensive, with emphasis on the latter half of the course.

• Research Paper: Students must write a 10-page research paper on a topic of their choosing, related to American History.

• Daily Quizzes: Short quizzes on assigned readings will be given regularly.

• Group Project: In groups, students will create a multimedia presentation on a chosen historical event.

8. Course Policy

• Attendance: Required for all course meetings.

• Late Work: Will be accepted, but with a penalty of 10% per day.

• Academic Dishonesty: Will not be tolerated. Any instances will result in failure of the assignment and possible failure of the course.

• Participation: Class participation is an essential part of the final grade and all students are expected to participate.

• Technology: Use of technology (laptops, tablets) is allowed for course related work only.

9. Grading Policy

• Classwork/Participation: 20%

• Homework/Quizzes: 30%

• Tests/Exams: 30%

• Projects/Essays: 20%

Disclaimer

In the event that this syllabus undergoes any form of modification, students will be informed and kept up-to-date through a series of notifications, which shall be duly issued during class sessions. Moreover, to ensure consistent accessibility and transparency, these changes will likewise be posted on the designated course website.

However, it is important to emphasize that the primary responsibility of staying informed, keeping track of these modifications, and maintaining a current understanding of the course schedule, falls upon each individual student. It is of paramount importance that every student assumes this responsibility to ensure they are consistently abreast with all relevant course changes.

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