Mr McCrottys 7th Grade History Syllabus Ancient History Weekly Lesson Plans Assignments Resources
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WORLD HISTORY: 8TH GRADE
COURSE SYLLABUS: 2012-2013
CONTENT: This class will focus on world history beginning with prehistory through the Age of Exploration. Emphasis will be on the great civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, China, Greece, and Rome. A curriculum map reflecting the core content for 7th grade schools in Arkansas is followed. Students will utilize critical thinking skills, analyze a variety of documents (including primary and secondary sources), determine cause and effect, read, speak, and write for understanding, and learn to cooperate and work effectively with peers.
INSTRUCTOR: Wes McCrotty
Conference Period: 7th Hour—1:45-2:30
School Phone: (479) 968-6574
School Email: wes.mccrotty@pottsville.k12.ar.us
TEXTBOOK: Journey Across Time: The Early Ages--Glencoe (2008)
Pacing Guide: 8th Grade History Pacing Guide.xls
Arkansas Framworks: 8th Grade History Standards.doc
THE COURSE: Each week, activities may include lectures, document analysis, cooperative group assignments, open response questions, writing activities, quizzes, tests, and reserach projects.
GRADING SCALE: 90 and up = A
80-89= B
70-79= C
60-69= D
59 and lower = F
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
- All students are expected to actively participate in class
- All students are expected to abide by the classroom procedures
- Students will be expected to work cooperatively in groups
- Homework is expected to be completed and turned in on time
- Sloppy work will not be accepted
- Come to class daily with all needed materials
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