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Fall 2018
HIST 102 DLA Online – Europe Since 1500
Instructor: Alisa Stern
Email: alisa.stern@hotmail.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Welcome to History 102! In this course we will learn about the major events and ideas of the Western world from 1500 to the present, including the Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, the French Revolution; the Industrial and Agricultural Revolution, Liberalism, Conservatism and Socialism; Nationalism, Imperialism and Colonialism; World Wars I and II; the Cold War and the fall of Communism.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Students should be able to:
· learn about the major events and ideas of the Western world from 1500 to the present.
· gain an appreciation for the study of history and its relevance to present day society and current issues.
· develop critical thinking, reading and writing skills.
GENERAL EDUCATION HISTORICAL & GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Students should be able to:
a. Describe how knowledge from different cultural perspectives might affect interpretations of prominent problem in politics, society, the arts and/or global relations. b. Evaluate the sources of his or her own perspectives on selected issues in culture, society, politics, the arts or global relations and compare that perspective with other views. c. Identify a significant issue affecting at least two countries or continents d. Justify a position on a public issue and relate this position to alternate views within the community/policy environment.
REQUIRED TEXTS:
Hunt, Lynn. The Making of the West: Peoples and Cultures. Volume II. NY, New York: (Bedford/St. Martin’s), Fifth Edition, 2015. ISBN-13: 978-1-319-06666-6
Lualdi, Katharine J., Sources of The Making of the West, Peoples and Cultures, Volume II: Since 1500 NY, New York (Bedford/ St. Martin’s) Fifth Edition, ISBN 13: ISBN-13: 978-1-319-06666-6 (Free when packaged with The Making of the West)
COURSE BLACKBOARD SITE:
This course has a blackboard web site at (http://mercy.blackboard.com).
You must have a college email account to access the site. On this site, I will post all course materials, and course modules, including, your syllabus, course documents, useful questions (study guides) and other information, as well as any announcements for the class. It is your responsibility to access this site several times a week.
HOW THE CLASS WORKS:
There are 12 Course Modules, following the first Introductory Module. A new module will be posted on Blackboard each week on Monday. You have one week to complete the module (Due dates will be posted in the module)
Each module consists of
1. Reading Assignment (approx 30 pages per week)
1. Written Assignment (2-4 pages, Times New Roman 12 pt. + 1 inch margins)
AND/OR
1. Discussion Board Question (approx. 150 words), Response Post (approx. 50 words)
In order to be successful in the class you MUST do the reading first. Then you can complete the Written Assignment and post to the Discussion Board.
The Introductory Module is worth 4 points. Each written assignment is worth 5 points. Each Discussion Board Post is worth 2 points. Your response to someone else’s post is worth 1 point. (Additionally, the introductory assignment is worth 4 points) All the points add up to 100 – so it is easy to calculate your grade as the course progresses.
NOTE: The written assignment is NOT a summary of the reading. You will be required to analyze the reading and write an essay that shows that you have thought critically about the reading.
Online courses require effort and motivation. Do not fall behind with the reading and assignments. It will be difficult to catch up.
EVALUATION PLAN:
Your final grade will be based on the following;
1. Written Assignments (60%)
1. Discussion Board (36%)
1. Introductory Assignment (4%)
GRADE BREAKDOWN:
89 – 100 points – A
79 – 88 points – B
69 – 78 points – C
59 – 68 points – D
Below 59 – F
ASSIGNMENTS:
There are 12 Course Modules (following the first Introductory Module). A new module will be posted on Blackboard each week on Wednesday. You have one week to complete the module (Due dates will be posted in the module)
Each module consists of
1) Reading Assignment (approx 30 pages per week)
2) Written Assignment (2-4 pages, Times New Roman 12 pt. + 1 inch margins)
3) Discussion Board Question (approx. 150 words), Response Post (approx. 50 words)
In order to be successful in the class you MUST do the reading first. Then you can complete the Written Assignment and post to the Discussion Board.
MISSED ASSIGNMENTS AND DISCUSSION BOARD:
Missed written assignments can be made up only with a valid and documented excuse. Discussion Board assignments CANNOT be made up. Please do not miss the deadline to post and respond on the Discussion Board.
MERCY COLLEGE’S ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY:
“Students are expected to submit their own work for all course assignments. Academic integrity is of particular importance in the Mercy learning environment. For all data, texts, or other information reported, quoted, or otherwise used in student work, the sources from which the data, texts, or other information were obtained (including, but not limited to, persons, books, and articles) must be cited. Without appropriate citation, the use of such data, texts, or other information is considered plagiarism and has serious consequences. These consequences include, but are not limited to, a failing grade for the assignment or course, as well as possible expulsion from the College.
All materials entered in public conferences and communication with College personnel should adhere to standards of civility. Any communication that embarrasses, harasses, or causes concern will be referred to the appropriate School Dean.” [footnoteRef:1] [1: Mercy College, “Student Handbook, 2014-2015” (Mercy College, 2014), 25, https://www.mercy.edu/student-affairs/sites/www.mercy.edu.student-affairs/files/basicpage/documents/Student-Handbook-9-16-2014.pdf.]
PLAGIARISM:
“Plagiarism, which is the appropriation of words or ideas of another without recognition of the source, is a form of cheating.”[footnoteRef:2] You must do your own work and make sure that your work is not being plagiarized by others. Committing plagiarism could result in a “0” for the assignment, an “F” for this course and/or possible dismissal or suspension from the College. It is also considered plagiarism if you turn in the same paper for multiple classes. In other words – do your own work. [2: Mercy College, “Student Handbook, 2014-2015,” 26.]
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Mercy College is committed to achieving equal educational opportunities and full participation for persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities who may need classroom accommodations are encouraged to contact the Office of Accessibility before the semester begins to learn about the different accommodations available and the process for obtaining reasonable accommodation(s). Please contact the Office at (914) 674-7523, accessibility@mercy.edu or visit our website at www.mercy.edu/student-affairs/access.
SYLLABUS CHANGE POLICY
Except for changes that substantially affect implementation of the evaluation (grading) statement, this syllabus is a guide for the course and is subject to change with advance notice.
The instructor reserves the right to make changes to this syllabus, including the schedule of assignments, lectures, and the selected readings.
COURSE SCHEDULE:
Sept 5 – Introductory Assignment
Sept 12 – Primary Documents vs. Secondary Sources.
Sept 19 – No Assignment
Sept 26 – Scientific Revolution
Oct 3 – Enlightenment
Oct 10 – French Revolution
Oct 17 – Industrial Revolution
Oct 24 – Imperialism
Oct 31 – World War I
Nov 7 – Russian Revolution
Nov 14 – Nazi Germany
Nov 21 – No Assignment – Thanksgiving Recess
Nov 28 – World War II – Holocaust
Dec 5 – Rescue and Resistance
Dec 12 – Cold War
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