Central Texas College
CLASS SYLLABUS Term: 2 Fall 2 2014
6002 Colorado Ave., Bldg 733E
Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473 ● (573) 329-5550
www.ctcd.edu
Course Number:
Day/Time:
HIST 1302
Course Title: U.S. History II
Tuesday/ 17:00-22:40
Credit Hours: 3
Instructor: Dr. Midge Martin McGee
(E-mail):[email protected];[email protected]
Contact: (C) (573)793-6589
(O)573-329-5550
Prerequisites:
Location: Bldg. 563
None
Fax:573-329-6174
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Textbook(s Carnes and Garraty, The American Nation: A History of the United States. 14 ed.
ISBN: 9781256096122
Materials List: www.ctcd.edu/im/im_main.asp
Author(s) Carnes, Mark C., John A. Garraty.
Publisher: Longman/Pearson
Catalog Description:
New social and industrial problems, rise of the progressive movement, United States’
emergence as a world power, World War I, reaction and the New Deal, World War II, and
contemporary America.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, United States History II, the student will:
A. Explain the major topics in American history including:
1. In the Wake of War
10. The New Era: 1921-1933
2. An Industrial Giant
11. The New Deal: 1933-1941
3. American Society in the Industrial Age
l2. War and Peace
4. Intellectual and Cultural Trends
13. The American Century
5. Politics: Local, State, and National
14. From Camelot to Watergate
6. The Age of Reform
15. Society in Flux
7. From Isolation to Empire
16. Running on Empty: The Nation
8. Woodrow Wilson and the Great War
9. Postwar Society & Culture: Change &
Transformed
17. Misdemeanors and High Crimes
Adjustment
B. Survey major events covered in the study of American history and consider causes and
effects of them.
C. Obtain data on economic, political, military, diplomatic, and individual contributions
to development of the nation.
D. Communicate thoughts in writing.
Weekly Topical Outline:
Week One: Introduction/Reconstruction
Read Chs. 16 and 17
Week Two: Industrialism and Expansion
Read Chs. 18 and 19
Week Three: The Politics of Imperialism
Read Chs. 20-22
Week Four: Progressivism/ World War I
Read Chs. 23 and 24
Midterm Exam
Week Five: Postwar Society/The Great Depression
Read Chs. 25 and 26
Week Six: New Deal/ World War II
Read Chs. 27 and 28
Week Seven: Postwar Prosperity/ Vietnam Era
Read Chs. 29 and 30
Week Eight: Contemporary America
Read Chs. 31 and 32
Final Exam
Papers due
Method of Evaluation:
Grading Scale:
1. Three tests which include objective and essay questions.
Points vary
90 - 100
A
2. Questions for review
80 - 89
B
5-10 points each
70 - 79
C
60 - 69
D
3. Research paper. 5 pages
50 points
59 & below F
Additional Course Information (i.e. instructional methods, out-of-class activities,
etc.):
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History 1302 is a part of the core curriculum at Central Texas College.
This
course is a requirement for all degrees at publicly supported institutions of
higher learning in the state of Texas.
Additional Information from the Instructor (make-up exams, rounding of grades, cell
phone/pagers, etc.):
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Cellular Phones and Beepers: Cellular phones and beepers will be turned off while
students are in the classroom for this course.
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All exams will be given in class. Make up exams will be given at the discretion of
the instructor.
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Students are expected to be aware of all CTC policies found in the CTC Catalog.
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NOTES AND ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE INSTITUTION
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A. Course Withdrawal: It is the student’s responsibility to officially
withdraw from a course if circumstances prevent attendance. To do so,
complete and sign the Central Texas College Application for Withdrawal (CTC
Form 59) any time prior to Friday the 7th week of classes during the 8-week
fall and spring semesters. The deadline for withdrawal is published each
semester in the Schedule Bulletin. A student may not withdraw from a class
for which the instructor has previously issued the student a grade of “F” or
“FN” for nonattendance.
B. Administrative Withdrawal: An administrative withdrawal may be initiated
when the student fails to meet College attendance requirements. An instructor
may withdraw a student from a course if the student has more than 2 absences.
For example, I may withdraw you from this course if you miss 2 lectures.
Communication with the instructor is imperative. Such insufficient attendance
may result in a grade of “FN” if the deadline for withdrawal has passed.
C. Incomplete Grade: If a student has made satisfactory progress in a course
with the exception of a major quiz, final exam, or other project, the
instructor may – after reviewing documentation showing the reason for missed
work – grant a temporary grade of incomplete, “IP”. See current college
catalog for more information.
D. American’s With Disabilities Act (ADA): Students requiring accommodations
for disabilities are responsible for notifying the instructor. Reasonable
accommodations will be granted in compliance with federal and state law and
Central Texas College policy.
E. Civility: Individuals are expected to be cognizant of what a constructive
educational experience is and be respectful of those participating in a
learning environment. Examples of uncivil conduct in class include, but are
not limited to: using inappropriate language; use of electronic media for
communication or entertainment; tardiness, leaving class early. Note that all
of these activities distract other students and disrupt their learning
experience.
The offending student may or may not be given a warning before a CTC
Counseling and Disciplinary Referral Form is filed and may receive
disciplinary action up to and including expulsion. See Student Handbook for
more information.
F. Cheating: It will not be tolerated and may result in a grade of zero for
that assignment. You may not leave the room until your exam is turned in. The
instructor will judge whether copying has occurred and determine the proper
consequence. A formal charge against the student may be made to the College
Disciplinary Board.
G. Instructor Discretion: The instructor reserves the right of final decision
in course requirements.
H. Courtesy: Students are expected to discuss any course-related issue or problem
with their instructor first. If the problem has not been resolved at that level,
students may contact the Local Registration Office.