Spring 2019 Course Syllabi

HIST 212: World Civilization since 1500 1 Dakota College at Bottineau Course Syllabus Course Prefix/Number/Title: HIST 212: World Civilization since 1500 Number of credits: 3 Course Description This class is a study of the major political, economic, social and cultural developments of the human world from the 1500s to present day. Honors Program This course is part of the Dakota College Honors Program. If you are interested in participating in the honors program, please contact Keri Keith, TH 205, keri.keith@dakotacollege.edu , or (701) 228-5624. Course Objectives After completing this course:  First, the student will have an accurate understanding of the forces leading up to and results from this historical era.  Secondly, the student will be able to identify the key figures and influential actions made.  Finally, the student will also have a greater knowledge of not only this time period, but how the study of history is directly related to almost every other discipline within a college course catalog. History is truly a cornerstone of learning, and this course is essential to any college student, no matter the major. Instructor: Dr. Paul Boone Office: TH 2208 Office Hours:  MW 11:00-11:50 am & 3:00-4:00 pm or by appointment  TTH 10:00-10:50 am & 1:00-1:50 pm or by appointment Phone: (701) 228-5456 Email: paul.boone@dakotacollege.edu Lecture/Lab Schedule: MWF 8:00-8:50 am Textbook(s):  Peter N. Stearns, et al. World Civilizations: The Global Experience, Volume 2, 7 th Edition . Boston MA: Pearson, 2015.  All other texts (reading, listening, and viewing materials) will be available to students through the course’s Blackboard page and/or online links. Course Requirements: This class will be a combination of interactive lectures, class discussions, group activities, written assignments, and group presentations. All students are expected to attend each class meeting; listen to, view, and/or read all assigned materials before each class meeting; complete all assignments; and engage in a critical discussions on the course materials and themes with the professor and other students. Assignments Participation 250 points 25% Critical Assessment Essays 250 points 25% In-Class Evaluations (ICE) 250 points 25% Final Project: Group Presentation 250 points 25%