1. Global History & Geography 10 th Grade Mr. Hurst ghurst@skahalb.org

2. Supplies 2” three-ring binder for notes and handouts Pens (black and dark blue ink only) for essays Pencils (No. 2 for Scantron sheets on tests) Highlighter (for documents and tests) Colored Pencils (for maps, handouts etc.) Stapler and Hole Punch

3. Textbook Keep this at home It is to be used for homework and reference It is not needed for class every day

4. Websites Haiku Learning – make sure you create your password as you will need daily access to your assignments and lessons. www.hursthistory.com which is my own website and contains the majority of the course lessons plus other important documents, maps, pictures, and video links required for this course.

5. Homework I do not assign homework on a nightly basis but…. There is a weekly assignment called “Where in the World” [details on how to do this later]. When I do assign homework it is very meaningful and important and will be added into your grade. I strongly suggest that you spend ten minutes every night going over your notes from that day!

6. Tests and Quizzes All tests given will be shown on the school calendar and in Haiku, along with the content to be covered. Sometimes I give quizzes, especially on the more difficult material. I will give you advance notice. I will always let you know in advance the format for each test.

7. Essay Writing We will spend several classes on learning how to write essays for Global History. There are two types to be covered; the Document Based Question (DBQ) and the Thematic essay. There will be both in-class and take-home essays. I have free periods during the week for one-on-one assistance, especially with your writing development.

8. iPads and Laptops I have no objection with you using an iPad or laptop for note taking. It is a good way to organize your work. However, if I find anyone not using them correctly, it will stop for everyone in the class! I also have some special lessons that I will use that are better if you use this type of device in class.

9. Classroom Rules I have no assigned specific seating. If you cross-talk, you will be moved! We must start on time. If we start late then we will lose one class a month. I encourage class participation but not cross-talking! Eating and drinking – only if you have to and no 3-course meals! Clean up after yourselves, we do not have a maid!

10. Conclusion Remember, this is the last year of a two-year course. The Regents is not hard but there is so much to cover in such a short time. Work hard now, take good notes, save everything and in June, you will be rewarded for your hard work. Make sure you catch-up on any work missed. It is your responsibility to see me if you are absent or away. I normally do not give make-up tests, so let’s do it right first time! Remember - History can be fun.