Requirement

Comments

Class meetings

 If you are more than 5 minutes late, a satisfactory written excuse must be  presented on the same day.

Each unexcused tardy arrival will incur  a 2-point penalty against your final course grade  If you miss class entirely, send an email as soon as you are able..

Prompt attendance and thoughtful attention are expected.  Questions and occasional comments are welcome.
 Click here for the planned lecture topics--but remember that this is an intention, not a contract!  Things may change a bit as we go along.  It is a pdf--you can print out a copy.  Numbers in brackets refer to pages in the textbook.
U.S. quizzes [5%] These multiple choice quizzes test your general knowledge of US history for a given period of time.  They are for your benefit­-to discover whether or not  you need to read-up on the background of the period  under discussion. Take them on your own time until you can pass with a grade of 80% or better.
Objective: motivate the student to grasp fundamental aspects of US history that are essential for full appreciation of other materials presented in lectures and readings.

Book Review [10%]
Due on November 1.

  Prepare and submit (via GeorgiaVIEW) a 250-500 word review of a book related to the course. Choose from the  Pre-approved book list.  or propose a similar book.
Objective: broaden knowledge base; encourage good reading habits; develop critical reading, thinking and writing skills.

Review quizzes  [5%]

Open book/notes “quizzes” in GaVIEW

Objective: to assist students (and the instructor)  in evaluating the success of their work as the course proceeds.

Major Exams:

Essays  [2 x 10% = 20%]

Midterm [30%]

Final  [30%]

In the middle and near the end of the course, you will prepare a 1-2 page opinion essay (soundly based in evidence!) on your choice of assigned topics. Prepared out of class.
          These exams will be fact-based (not opinion) tests of lectures and reading.   Taken online, in class. May include multiple choice, matching, short answer, and map questions.  No long essays.
Objective: both student and instructor evaluate the quality of the body of knowledge developed by the student; opportunity to evaluate study methods, and adjust if necessary,  

Museum visit   
Optional:
0-5 bonus points added to Major exams before averaging.

Visit Stately Oaks, King Memorial District, Carter Center, High Museum of Art (look for exhibits that pertain to the course), New Echota or Atlanta History Center. Other museums require advance approval.  Submit 1-2 page report via GaVIEW.
Objective: exposure to materials not available in a classroom; develop critical thinking and writing skills