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Email: [email protected] Phone: (508) 347-9301
Attached please find course syllabus
Homework-
9/29/- Complete Immigration Journal
9/30-Text pg. 527 1-4
Tantasqua Regional High School
United States History II Course Syllabus
2015-2016
Teacher: Mr. McCaffrey Text: American Anthem: Westward expansion- Contemporary America
Levels: C.P.A / C.P Other Readings: primary sources / selected readings
Email- [email protected]
Course Overview: The Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks lists the following themes as the core of
Massachusetts History classes: the evolution of the concepts of personal freedom, individual responsibility,
and respect for human dignity; the growth and impact of centralized state power, the influence of economic,
political, religious, and cultural ideas as human societies have moved beyond regional, national, or geographic
boundaries; the effects of geography on the history of civilizations and nations; the growth and spread of free
markets and industrial economies; the development of scientific reasoning, technology, and formal education
over time and their effects on the people’s health, standards of living, economic growth, government, religious beliefs, communal life, and the environment; the birth, growth, and decline of civilizations.
United States History II incorporates college preparatory advanced and college preparatory students in each class. Students taking this course will be expected to increase their understanding of fundamental civic concepts, knowledge of geography, and be able to read and interpret graphs and cartoons. In addition students will demonstrate a broad knowledge of current events, specialized social studies vocabulary, and various economic concepts.
This course will the content of colonization to 1877 covered during the eighth grade and continue the
development of United States History and government from 1877 to the present.
Course Objectives:
Students will:
* Demonstrate effective leadership skills: communicating (oral and written), critical thinking,
creative problem solving, information processing, using a variety of perspectives.
* Participate in all class discussions, projects, and assignments.
* Complete all homework assignments
* Pass all tests and quizzes
* Develop and be able to demonstrate an understanding of key concepts and themes in
American History
* Develop critical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
* Compare and contrast key issues in American History.
* Utilize interactive lesson plans and hands-on material to enhance personal growth and development.
* Develop interpersonal and social skills by participating in cooperative learning activities.
Course Content:
* Bridge to the 20th Century (1877- 1900)
* Modern America Emerges (1890- 1920)
* The Twenties and the Great Depression (1920-1940)
* World War II and its Aftermath (1940-1960)
* Living with Changes and Turmoil (1960-1975)
* Contemporary America (1975- present)
Course Requirements:
* Homework assignments
* Essays
* Research Paper 10% of Final Grade
* Tests and Quizzes
* Oral presentations / Role playing
* Projects
* Reflection Journals
* Class Participation
Quarter Grade:
* Tests/Projects= 50%
* Homework= 20%
* Quizes/Essays= 25%
* Class Participation= 5%
Final Grade:
* Quarter 1 Grade = 40%
* Quarter 2 Grade = 40%
* Research Paper = 10%
* Final Exam ….. = 10%
* Further develop and enhance their writing and communication skills by completing essays,
research paper, and projects.
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Email: [email protected] Phone: (508) 347-9301
Attached please find course syllabus
Homework-
9/29/- Complete Immigration Journal
9/30-Text pg. 527 1-4
Tantasqua Regional High School
United States History II Course Syllabus
2015-2016
Teacher: Mr. McCaffrey Text: American Anthem: Westward expansion- Contemporary America
Levels: C.P.A / C.P Other Readings: primary sources / selected readings
Email- [email protected]
Course Overview: The Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks lists the following themes as the core of
Massachusetts History classes: the evolution of the concepts of personal freedom, individual responsibility,
and respect for human dignity; the growth and impact of centralized state power, the influence of economic,
political, religious, and cultural ideas as human societies have moved beyond regional, national, or geographic
boundaries; the effects of geography on the history of civilizations and nations; the growth and spread of free
markets and industrial economies; the development of scientific reasoning, technology, and formal education
over time and their effects on the people’s health, standards of living, economic growth, government, religious beliefs, communal life, and the environment; the birth, growth, and decline of civilizations.
United States History II incorporates college preparatory advanced and college preparatory students in each class. Students taking this course will be expected to increase their understanding of fundamental civic concepts, knowledge of geography, and be able to read and interpret graphs and cartoons. In addition students will demonstrate a broad knowledge of current events, specialized social studies vocabulary, and various economic concepts.
This course will the content of colonization to 1877 covered during the eighth grade and continue the
development of United States History and government from 1877 to the present.
Course Objectives:
Students will:
* Demonstrate effective leadership skills: communicating (oral and written), critical thinking,
creative problem solving, information processing, using a variety of perspectives.
* Participate in all class discussions, projects, and assignments.
* Complete all homework assignments
* Pass all tests and quizzes
* Develop and be able to demonstrate an understanding of key concepts and themes in
American History
* Develop critical thinking and deductive reasoning skills.
* Compare and contrast key issues in American History.
* Utilize interactive lesson plans and hands-on material to enhance personal growth and development.
* Develop interpersonal and social skills by participating in cooperative learning activities.
Course Content:
* Bridge to the 20th Century (1877- 1900)
* Modern America Emerges (1890- 1920)
* The Twenties and the Great Depression (1920-1940)
* World War II and its Aftermath (1940-1960)
* Living with Changes and Turmoil (1960-1975)
* Contemporary America (1975- present)
Course Requirements:
* Homework assignments
* Essays
* Research Paper 10% of Final Grade
* Tests and Quizzes
* Oral presentations / Role playing
* Projects
* Reflection Journals
* Class Participation
Quarter Grade:
* Tests/Projects= 50%
* Homework= 20%
* Quizes/Essays= 25%
* Class Participation= 5%
Final Grade:
* Quarter 1 Grade = 40%
* Quarter 2 Grade = 40%
* Research Paper = 10%
* Final Exam ….. = 10%
* Further develop and enhance their writing and communication skills by completing essays,
research paper, and projects.
`