World Cultures Syllabus Mrs. Schrecongost Course Description This course introduces 6th grade students to world cultures, explores case studies to learn about the different aspects of social studies, and looks at historical and contemporary world societies. The basics is the first major theme covered. This will be an introduction to geography, culture, world religions, economics and government. These units will provide students with the building blocks for upper level Social Studies courses.  Historical Change is the second theme covered in this course. These units are designed to teach students why world cultures change over time. The theme of historical change is an anchor for the next two years of study of history. Students will examine world cultures of the past and examine the factors that made these societies change. These factors are migration or movement of ideas and people, cultural diffusion and convergence- the spread of culture and how world cultures begin to blend together, trade, conflict/war, and technological innovation. The third major theme is contemporary global issues. The third theme introduces students to two major issues that affect world today; Human Rights and Economic Development. Most book work assigned will be done at school. To access the textbook go to: http://connected.mcgraw-hill.com/connected/login.do Tutoring Times - Tuesday 3:30 -4:15 - Wed – Lunch - Thurs 3:30 – 4:00 Year at a Glance First Semester: Geography Basics, Government and Economics Basics, World Religions, Cultural Legacy of Ancient Greece & Rome, Change caused by Cultural Diffusion & Exchange Second Semester: Change Caused by Cultural Innovation & Convergence, Change Caused by Cultural Conflict, Economic Development, Globalization, and Human Rights -A section in your binder -Notebook paper -1 spiral -1 folder -Highlighter -colored pencils -pencil & sharpener How to Improve a Failing Grade *Turn in all missing assignments *Attend a tutoring session for additional help *Take the opportunity to retest or correct a failing test to raise that grade to a 70 *Late work that is not submitted on the due date, with the exception of absences, can be submitted with a 20% reduction of the total grade earned Parent Survey Please visit my website to complete a short parent survey www. Driscollschrecongost.weebly.com Use a QR reader to meet Mrs. Schrecongost! What to do when absent Student must assignment calendar and speak to the teacher. All assignments are available on assignment wall in they classroom. Students can check my website to see daily agenda and warm up slides. Email: jschre@neisd.net Website: http://www.driscollschrecongost.weebly.com Daily Assignment/ Homework- count as 1 grade Quizzes – count as 1 grade Tests/Projects-count as 2 grades Be prepared (Bring your materials to class) Participate (Take part in the class and all activities) Show respect (Treat others the way you want to be treated)