World Civilization I

Introduction: The Basics Course title: “World Civilization I” Course Number: HIST 1070 Room: Dugan 207 Dates: 1/19 to 4/30 Times: Tu/Th, 9:30-10:45 Course website: http://faculty.uml.edu/adrenas/Teaching/WorldCivI.aspx

Introduction: The Instructor Contact Information *E-mail*: Andrew_Drenas@uml.edu Office Hours: Tu/Th, 1:00-3:00, in Dugan 106N I contact students via UML student addresses

Introduction: The Course Course Description Broad study of world history and civilization Ancient Near East to early modern period Surveys major attributes, people, events

Introduction: The Texts Philip Adler and Randall Pouwells, World Civilizations, 7th ed. RECOMMENDED Supplements lectures

Introduction: The Texts Rand McNally’s Historical Atlas of the World (2005) REQUIRED For map quizzes Goal: know where important locations are

Introduction: Grading Quizzes/Assignment 25% of your total grade (100 points) 2 map quizzes (25 points each  50 points) Primary source analysis (50 points) First Exam Second Exam Final Exam

Introduction: Grading Information about Exams Based on lectures Multiple choice, Scantron format To Keep in Mind While Studying No dates CAPITALIZED terms What is the main point?

Introduction: Grading Tardy Work 10-point deduction will result each day, for Failure to take exams and quizzes on scheduled day Late assignments

Introduction: Grading Extra Credit Limit of two assignments Each worth +10 Options Second (or third) primary source paper Oral presentation Must be completed before final class period Be sure to follow instructions!

Introduction: Grading “A Policy” Earn all A grades (90-100) on first two exams, map quizzes, and writing assignment… Reward Exemption from having to take final Final grade: A or A-

Introduction: Miscellaneous Lectures Power Point presentations Available online Able to be printed

Introduction: Attendance Attendance and Participation Not part of your grade Students will receive BOOST in final grade if… They constantly attend Constantly participate in class discussions, etc.

Introduction: Miscellaneous Academic Dishonesty Will not be tolerated in this class! https://www.uml.edu/Catalog/Undergraduate/Policies/Academic-Integrity.aspx

Introduction: Miscellaneous Disabilities Let the instructor know as soon as possible so any necessary arrangements can be made…

Introduction: Miscellaneous Cell phones must be silenced, tucked away before class begins Snacks and drinks are okay

Introduction Questions?

Introduction Who are you? Name, nickname Major Why this class?

Introduction: To Keep in Mind… Dating: B.C. / A.D. B.C.E./ C.E.

World Civilization How do the following images reflect on themes from world history?

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