United States History II Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Instructor
James Powell (Curriculum Vitae)Office Hours
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Course
HIST-1302-009 United States History II
Prerequisites
RDNG 0331-minimum grade of C or a score on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading skills
Course Description
A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural and intellectual history of the United States from the Civil War/Reconstruction era to the present. United States History II examines industrialization, immigration, world wars, the Great Depression, Cold War and post-Cold War eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History II include: American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, urbanization and suburbanization, the expansion of the federal government and the study of U.S. foreign policy.
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Department Expectations
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Hours
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Class Type
Online Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
Required Books:
Title: America: A Narrative History, Vol. II
Authors: Tindell and Shi
Volume 2 ISBN: 9780393912647
Publisher: W. W. Norton, 9th edition
Title: Retrieving the American Past
Amarillo College Reader, American History Volume II
ISBN: 9781256534716
*NOTE: The Retrieving the American Past book is printed and packaged specifically for AC students and can ONLY be purchased from the AC Bookstore. THESE ARE NOT A CD but actual textbooks. Please remember that each student is responsible for purchasing the CORRECT Textbook/Readers for this course. It is very easy in the hectic early days of a new term to glance at a card in the bookstore and select the wrong books. It is also possible for a student to get conflicting advice from others, including bookstore personnel who mean well, but may be misinformed about the correct books for the proper Professor. So be sure to go online, print-out-a-copy of the Syllabus and bring it with you when buying your books. If in doubt, buy what is listed on the Syllabus, then sort out any issues later. The Syllabus is the final word on which book is correct, so read it carefully and buy accordingly.
Supplies
\ Regular access to a computer with Internet is necessary. See AC Distance Education web site for computer hardware and software guidelines.
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\Student Performance
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\ 3. Analyze the effects of historical, social, political, economic, cultural, and global forces on this period of United States history.Students Rights and Responsibilities
Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesLog in using the AC Connect Portal
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Expected Student Behavior
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\\ Disability Statement: Any student, who because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact disAbility Services (SSC 119, phone 371-5436) as soon as possible.
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\\ STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES: Student records are confidential under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. Therefore, the student’s progress within this class cannot be discussed with parents, friends, or guardians without written permission from the student. The student (not a parent, friends, or the professor) is responsible for contacting the professor if the student is concerned about their progress in the class, absent for an extended period due to illness, surgery, or other circumstances, or any other extenuating situations which may arise during the course of the semester. The student is responsible for following and understanding their rights and responsibilities as listed in the student handbook at on the AC Webpage.
\\ STUDY GROUPS: Student-led study groups are encouraged. The professor will provide, if requested, a secure-web forum for each individual study group. But, never forget that I am also available to you and will gladly help during my Office Hours or Appointments.
\\ CHEATING: Occasionally a few students will attempt to cheat on one of the examinations. Students caught cheating in any way or using materials other than those allowed will have their examinations rejected and, at minimum, receive a grade of F (0 points) for that examination. Additionally such students may receive a grade of F for the course and may be suspended from the College (penalties which become a permanent part of a penalized student’s record and cannot be eliminated by the repeat-option).
\\ WITHDRAWING FROM A COURSE: It is the responsibility of the student to officially drop or withdraw from a course. Failure to withdraw may result in a grade of “F” for the course. A grade of “W” will be given for student-initiated withdrawals that are submitted on or before NOVEMBER 20, 2013.
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\\ Etiquette: The study of history is important and deserves respect from both the professor and from students. Everyone has an obligation to cultivate an environment for learning that enhances the ability to pursue the shared interest in history. Respect for one another and for the ideas and values of others are essential for a strong environment for learning history. Respectful students bring a strong work ethic to the course. They are expected to log-on to the class regularly, be prepared for class, and be attentive to discussions and online chats. A shared respect for one another is essential to the academic integrity and a comfortable learning environment. Everyone must do their part to maintain an environment of openness and civility that encourages and honors the intellectual achievement. If you need to review the standard Net Etiquette rules, see the Net Etiquette for more information.
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\\ Instructor's policy on Academic Dishonesty: Occasionally a few students will attempt to cheat or plagiarize. Students caught will receive a grade of F (0 points) for that examination and/or essay. Additionally such students may receive a grade of F for the course and may be suspended from the College (penalties which become a permanent part of a penalized student's record and cannot be eliminated by the repeat-option). If you are unsure about the definition of plagiarism, see the links available to students or visit with your instructor.
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Grading Criteria
\ Students will be expected to work through 11 lessons (17 chapters) chronologically before the end of the semester as well as participate in discussions. Additional articles are assigned in an essay reader each week to correspond to the main thesis being presented in the textbook (see calendar of assigned reading below).
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\\\\ Regular log-on is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to keep track of their assignments. Students must have regular access to a computer and a reliable Internet connection to enroll in this course. I repeat, these are minimum requirements for all students in every online course. Technical problems are not an excuse to miss a posted quiz or other due date. Students should plan ahead to have all work submitted earlier than the last Due Date in the event of a computer malfunction. Students should then have access to a back-up computer at a family member's home, friend's location, local school, or local city library so they may still meet all assignment dates. This is one of the trade-offs for the convenience of a Virtual class. When technical problems occur, students need to send an e-mail to the Help Desk explaining the difficulty, and copy your instructor as well. If you cannot use e-mail, call the Help Line and not your instructor to explain the difficulty. You may also leave a summary of your trouble and response on your instructor's voice-mail.
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\ Since you are given the chance to drop the lowest two grades from the Tests, then I DO NOT allow any Make-Up assignments. The second reason for not granting Make-Ups is that they tend to be more work for an already over-stressed student, and by allowing the Drop option instead, I feel that everyone benefits while still protecting your opportunity to succeed in this class. So, the rule is -- there are NO make-up exams or assignments under any circumstances. A missed quiz or discussion will simply become a dropped score -- no exceptions and there is NO extra credit offered. Therefore, it is imperative that students keep track of due dates for assignments.\ Assignments:
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\- \ A 310-279 points
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\\ Remember, there are NO make-up exams or assignments so if you miss a posted assignment, that grade will become your dropped score or a zero. There is NO extra credit offered.
\\ Answers to all discussions questions should be thoughtful and critical with supporting facts. Opinions without documentary evidence will not receive a passing grade. YOU MUST SUPPORT YOUR STANCE WITH FACTS FROM YOUR READINGS.
\\ NOTE: Online students play by a slightly different set of rules than classroom based students. Because your Professors have no opportunity to meet you face-to-face, nor to conduct any real discussions with the class as a group, you pay a penalty when it comes to the final class averages. Unlike those who are in a regular course, day-in and day-out for 15 weeks and who can participate in the give-and-take of the academic process, there is no room for leeway when it comes to averaging a student's grade. The nearest thing to classroom participation/discussion are found in the Discussion postings that are done by each student posted on the Calendar of Assignments. These are student led learning tools, but they also give your Professor a glimpse into how well you are learning the material, and substitute for the in-class debates found in the normal lecture format. So the Trade-Off for flexibility and not driving to class each week is that you must participate in these Discussions in order to give your Professor the best opportunity to assess your overall performance in the class. Failure to do these has often made the difference between a student earning an "A" instead of the "B" they got, and did not want. So please remember to take full advantage of both the learning process and the assessment tool provided by these Discussion posts.
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Attendance
\ NO on-campus meeting required. This course is conducted entirely online.
\\ Attendance Policy: Regular log-on is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Students must log into the course daily, or at minimum of every 48 hours. This requirement is based upon the student's need to be informed on many issues that can arise, including changes in their course, any AC Online announcement posted for the entire class, and in order to stay in contact with their Professor, who may feel that important information is not being understood by the students enrolled in the course, with AC Online, or AC. Experience has demonstrated the important role played by the announcements in assisting students in successfully completing the class. So, remember to check the Homepage on a regular basis.
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\ NOTE: Contact the professor immediately if you have a family emergency such as an unexpected major illness or family death, are on active duty in the military serving in a war zone, or have any other justifiable reason why you are unable to meet the due dates. However, change of military assignments or TDYs, changing work schedules, or other occurrences caused by a busy life are not acceptable excuses for missing assignment due dates. Plan ahead.\
\\ Log-on and Meeting Times: Students should purchase textbooks and receive them prior to the first day of class. In addition, students need to log in on or before the first day of class through AC Connect Course Webpage: Students can access the associated course webpage on the Internet through the AC Connect Server at https://acconnect.actx.edu or through the AC Homepage http://www.actx.edu/ to begin the course. This class is conducted completely online and does NOT require proctors for exams. All quizzes and assignments are submitted online through the course website.
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Calendar
QUIZZES: Unless otherwise noted, quizzes open at 12:00 p.m. Noon on the first date listed. All quizzes and assignments are due before 11:55 p.m. (just prior to Midnight) CT on the final date listed. All dates refer to the 2013 calendar year and all times refer to the appropriate seasonal CT (Central Time).
Discussion Board: Unless otherwise noted, all discussions are due before 11:55 p.m. (just prior to Midnight) CT on the date listed. For rules governing late postings, see the Discussion Rules and/or FAQs.Computer Problems and Assignments: Students must have regular access to a computer and a reliable Internet connection to enroll in this course. I repeat, these are minimum requirements for all students in every online course. Technical problems are not an excuse to miss a posted Quiz or other Due Date. Students should plan ahead to have all work submitted earlier than the last Due Date in the event of a computer malfunction, and everyone should also have access to a back-up computer at a family member's home, friend's location, local school, or local city library so they may still meet all assignment dates. This is one of the trade-offs for the convenience of a Virtual class. When technical problems occur, students need to send an e-mail to the AC Help Desk (AskAC) explaining the difficulty, and copy your Professor as well. If you cannot use e-mail, call the Help Line and not your Instructor to explain the difficulty. You should only then leave a summary of your trouble and response on your Professor’s e-mail. I will then contact the Help Desk for a summary of their efforts to diagnose and fix the issue.
Date Module (or Lesson)
General Topics CoveredReading Assignment Quiz(zes) Discussion Board Capstone Reflective Essay 8/26/13 Introduction The Introduction unit initiates students to the online class atmosphere, its resources, requirements, and assignments. Be sure to review the Welcome Page; Syllabus; and explore the course web site.
Purchase your textbooks.
Become familiar with AC Online.Post Your Intro on "Call Dr J"
Opens 8/26
Closes 9/69/1 Module I:
Big Business & Organized LaborTextbook (Tindell/Shi) -- Chapter 18
American Past -- Pg. 1 - "Opposition to Standard Oil"
(NOTE: Any American Past quiz questions will be included in the Textbook chapter exam.)9/6 - 9/9
(1 quiz)9/8 Module II: The New South and West Transformed; The Emergence of Urban America
Textbook -- Chapters 19 & 20
American Past -- Pg. 5 - "When the Buffalo..."9/13 - 9/16
(2 quizzes)Disc. 1
Opens 9/13
Answers DUE 9/19
Replies DUE 9/209/15 Module III:
Gilded Age Politics & Agrarian RevoltTextbook -- Chapter 21
9/20 - 9/23
(1 quiz)9/22 Break Take a break from reading. 9/29 Module IV:
Seizing An American Empire;
"Making the World Over:" The Progressive Era
Textbook -- Chapters 22 & 23
American Past -- Pg. 13 - "Denunciation of Am. Imperialism"
American Past -- Pg. 35 - "Arguments for and Against..."
10/4 - 10/7
(2 quizzes)Disc. 2
Opens 10/4
Answers DUE 10/10
Replies DUE 10/1110/6 Module V: America and the Great War;
The Modern Temper
Textbook -- Chapters 24 & 25
American Past -- Pg. 45 - "The Flapper"
American Past -- Pg. 49 - "Fourteen Points..."
10/11 - 10/14
(2 quizzes)10/13 Module VI: Republican Resurgence and Decline:
New Deal America
Textbook -- Chapters 26 & 27
American Past -- Pg. 67 - "The Rout of the Bonus..."
American Past -- Pg. 79 - "The Legacy of the New Deal"
American Past -- Pg. 85 - "An Historian Favors..."10/18 - 10/21
(2 quizzes)Disc. 3
Opens 10/18
Answers DUE 10/24
Replies DUE 10/2510/20 Module VII:
The Second World War; The Fair Deal and ContainmentTextbook -- Chapters 28 & 29
American Past -- Pg. 93 - "Japanese Internment:..."10/25 - 10/28
(2 quizzes)10/27 Break Take a break from reading. 11/3 Module VIII:
The 1950s: Affluence and Anxiety in an Atomic Age; New Frontiers: Politics and Social Change in the 1960sTextbook -- Chapters 30 & 31
American Past -- Pg. 111 - "NSC-68..."
American Past -- Pg. 121 - "Fear of the Soviets..."
American Past -- Pg. 131 - "I Have a Dream"11/8 - 11/11
(2 quizzes)Disc. 4
Opens 11/8
Answers DUE 11/14
Replies DUE 11/1511/10 Module IX:
Rebellion and Reaction: 1960 & 1970sTextbook -- Chapter 32
American Past -- Pg. 139 - "The Gulf of Tonkin Res."
American Past -- Pg. 209 - "The Tet Offensive..."11/15 - 11/18
(1 quiz)Disc. 5
Opens 11/15
Answers DUE 11/21
Replies DUE 11/2211/20 Last Day to Drop Please visit with professor or advisor before dropping course. Opens 21 November for Submissions 11/17 Module X:
A Conservative Realignment: 1977-1990Textbook -- Chapter 33
American Past -- Pg. 175 - "Government Is the Problem"
American Past -- Pg. 183 - "Iran-Contra:..."
American Past -- Pg. 189 - "U.S. Policy..."11/22 - 11/25
(1 quiz)11/24 Break Thanksgiving Holiday Break 12/1 Module XI:
American in a New MillenniumTextbook -- Chapter 34 12/6 - 12/9
(1 quiz)DUE no later than
5 December
Additional Information
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\\ Teaching & Learning Strategy: The class is approached as an on-line instruction tool to learn about United States history. The course is designed to be completed during either a traditional 16-week Fall/Spring term or an 8 week Summer session. A student should expect to schedule, on average, approximately 6-8 hours per week to accomplish the assignments required in this course and plan on reading 75-100 pages per week. It is recommended for the student to block out time in your day planner three times a week (4-5 times a week in the summer) for completing reading, reviewing Internet sources, and course work, just as you would do if you were on campus. The seemingly vast reading load is the result of not attending classroom lectures where material is distilled by the Professor. Instead, the student is given the assignments, and should read them first and ask any questions raised by the topics that each student as an individual needs guidance to follow.
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Syllabus Created on:
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