1. Welcome to World History II!
Have a seat. There are NO handouts! Everything is online 

2. What do We Do?
This course covers world history from approximately present
I use different learning methods- slide shows, reading, note-taking, web searches, presentations, and other hands-on activities

3. What Skills are We Working on?
Emphasis on reading and understanding the textbook
Interpreting primary and secondary sources
Focus on writing as a way to articulate ideas

4. Where Can I Find Information About This Class?
Google Classroom
Enrollment code is on BWHS web site
Remember that students have a copy of the textbook at home to use.

5. Course Grading
Summative Assessments = 80% Formative Assessments = 20%

6. Summative Assessments 80%
Prove that you know it!
Tests, Quizzes, Projects
ONE summative assessment can be replaced with the End of Quarter Assessment

7. End of Quarter Assessment
At the end of the Quarter students will be given an assessment that covers all the content of the quarter
Students may use this as an opportunity to demonstrate mastery on an earlier topic and replace the grade on that assessment

8. Formative Assessments: 20%
Practice toward mastery!
Includes Homework, Classwork

9. SOLs
Students are required to take and pass the Virginia SOL for Modern World History in May
New SOL requires higher level thinking skills and analysis

10. How Can I Support My Child?
Check Google Classroom for homework assignments and upcoming assessments
Time management and organization
Use the Internet to explore topics
Read the textbook with your child and have him/her summarize it

11. How do You Reach Me?