Spring 2019 Course Syllabi

HIST 212: World Civilization since 1500 3 significant commitments (for example, a midterm scheduled the same day) that will not allow you turn in your best work, let me know ahead of time to set an alternate deadline for the assignment. If an unexpected emergency arises, such as a major illness or family emergency, let me know as soon as possible and we will reschedule. Grading Guidelines A is an exceptional grade reserved for work of exceptional quality. This assignment has all the qualities of B work, and in addition are well written, edited closely, display analytical skills and/or originality. The last two criteria are extremely important. B denotes work that is above average in quality. It demonstrates that the student knows and understands the material covered in class and being analyzed, and that student is capable of synthesizing it into a competent assignment. It is accurate, detailed, and well organized, with an introduction, an argument, and a conclusion. Usually, either writing problems or a lack of analysis is what prevents a B from being an A. C is given for work that is average. Student shows familiarity with the material, answers the central questions posed, and is mostly accurate, but lacks the sophistication of either the B or A student. The C assignment might make general points but fail to support them with specific evidence or details, or it might have problems with organization or writing style. Student’s work is merely a collection of facts, with no coherent theme or thesis. D is given for work that is inadequate. Student omits important points, provides more than a few inaccuracies, and poorly organizes work. Student does not answer the central questions posed in the assignment. It suggests one of three things: 1) the student missed several classes, 2) the student misunderstood the course material, and/or 3) the student has difficulties expressing ideas in writing and/or during discussions. If you have been trying hard and receive a D grade for an assignment, please discuss work with the professor. Tentative Course Outline:  See Class Schedule on Blackboard for all extra credits, primary sources, and secondary sources.  See Class Schedule on Blackboard for all sources assigned to groups or individuals.  To cite lecture, use the title for the day. For example, Paul Boone. “Course Overview,” HIST 212: World Civilizations after 1500 . (Bottineau, ND: Dakota College at Bottineau, January 8, 2019), slide number. Introduction to the Course Week 1: Course Overview & Doing History  Wednesday, January 8: Course Overview  Required Texts : Syllabus & Class Schedule  ICE : Making the Rules  Friday, January 10: Doing History  Textbook: Stearns, et al. “Preface,” xii-xxiv.  ICE : Plotting Your Course Section 1: The First Global Age: Conquest, Resistance, & Colonies, 1500s-1700s Week 2: The Americas and European Power  Monday, January 14:  Textbook: Stearns, et al. “Chapter 21,” 457-484.  Analytical Essay : Initial Prospectus Due  Wednesday, January 16:  Textbook: Stearns, et al. “Chapter 23,” 505-532.  Secondary Source : “Understanding History with ‘Guns, Germs, and Steel’” Talk of the Nation September 3, 2012. Audio, 16:32.  Friday, January 18:  Primary Source : Assigned to Groups o Christopher Columbus, “Letters to King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella,” 1494. o King Ferdinand, “Letter to the Taino-Arawak Indians,” 1497.