Syllabus
World History & Geography: Ancient Civilizations
6th Grade
Mr. Woehler
Room 328
Course Description: Students in the sixth grade expand their understanding of history by studying the people and events that ushered in the dawn of the major Western and non-Western ancient civilizations. Geography is of special significance in the development of the human story. Continued emphasis is placed on the everyday lives, problems, and accomplishments of people, their role in developing social, economic, and political structures, as well as in establishing and spreading ideas that helped transform the world forever. Students develop higher levels of critical thinking by considering why civilizations developed where and when they did, why they became dominant, and why they declined. Students analyze the interactions among the various cultures, emphasizing their enduring contributions and the link, despite time, between the contemporary and ancient worlds.
Course Goals: This is a well-rounded program that hopes to captivate, entertain, and stimulate, while developing an understanding of conceptual and factual historical knowledge. In addition, we will also focus on developing reading comprehension skills with expository text, formal reasoning, note-taking, research, collaborative work, oral presentations, technology-based projects, highlighting, outlining, concept mapping (graphic organizers), current events, debates, and simulations.
There are high expectations for every student in this class. Organization is a priority and a skill that we will develop and nurture within the scope of learning history.
Course Text: myWorld Interactive: Ancient Civilizations. Pearson Education, 2019
Homework and Grading Policy: Grades are not weighted in my class. Tests and large projects are usually worth 100 points. Smaller projects are usually worth 50 points. Class work, homework assignments, and quizzes are usually worth 25 points.
Suggested Materials: Two 2-pocket folders (one for each semester), 3-subject notebook, sharpened pencils, covered pencil sharpener, large eraser, colored markers/pencils, ruler, and 2 glue sticks
Excused Absences: Students will be given the opportunity to make up missed assignments because of an excused absence. Excused absences include medical appointments and sickness. Students will be given one additional day for each excused absence to make up assignments for no loss of credit.
Unexcused Absences: Students who miss school due to suspension, truancy, travel and/or unexcused absences (sports, etc) must turn in their missed work upon return. If a test happens to fall on the day the student returns to class, he or she will be required to take the test that day.
School Rules: All school rules apply to our classroom. Cell phones must be powered off and stored in your backpack at all times. There are no hats or hoods allowed. All food or drinks (besides water) must remain in your backpack or lunch box at all times.
Late Work: All late homework, projects, and essays will be subject to a deduction of up to 50%. Late work will be accepted until the end of each quarter. Missed tests will need to be completed within one week of the original test date. 1st Quarter: 10/11/2019, 2nd Quarter: 12/19/19, 3rd Quarter: 3/6/20, 4th Quarter: 5/21/20
Acceptability of Written Work:
All student-prepared work is to have the following heading:
Student Name
Date
Class Period
Title of Assignment
Classroom Policies:
Communication: The best way to contact me is by email at [email protected]
6th Grade
Mr. Woehler
Room 328
Course Description: Students in the sixth grade expand their understanding of history by studying the people and events that ushered in the dawn of the major Western and non-Western ancient civilizations. Geography is of special significance in the development of the human story. Continued emphasis is placed on the everyday lives, problems, and accomplishments of people, their role in developing social, economic, and political structures, as well as in establishing and spreading ideas that helped transform the world forever. Students develop higher levels of critical thinking by considering why civilizations developed where and when they did, why they became dominant, and why they declined. Students analyze the interactions among the various cultures, emphasizing their enduring contributions and the link, despite time, between the contemporary and ancient worlds.
Course Goals: This is a well-rounded program that hopes to captivate, entertain, and stimulate, while developing an understanding of conceptual and factual historical knowledge. In addition, we will also focus on developing reading comprehension skills with expository text, formal reasoning, note-taking, research, collaborative work, oral presentations, technology-based projects, highlighting, outlining, concept mapping (graphic organizers), current events, debates, and simulations.
There are high expectations for every student in this class. Organization is a priority and a skill that we will develop and nurture within the scope of learning history.
Course Text: myWorld Interactive: Ancient Civilizations. Pearson Education, 2019
Homework and Grading Policy: Grades are not weighted in my class. Tests and large projects are usually worth 100 points. Smaller projects are usually worth 50 points. Class work, homework assignments, and quizzes are usually worth 25 points.
Suggested Materials: Two 2-pocket folders (one for each semester), 3-subject notebook, sharpened pencils, covered pencil sharpener, large eraser, colored markers/pencils, ruler, and 2 glue sticks
Excused Absences: Students will be given the opportunity to make up missed assignments because of an excused absence. Excused absences include medical appointments and sickness. Students will be given one additional day for each excused absence to make up assignments for no loss of credit.
Unexcused Absences: Students who miss school due to suspension, truancy, travel and/or unexcused absences (sports, etc) must turn in their missed work upon return. If a test happens to fall on the day the student returns to class, he or she will be required to take the test that day.
School Rules: All school rules apply to our classroom. Cell phones must be powered off and stored in your backpack at all times. There are no hats or hoods allowed. All food or drinks (besides water) must remain in your backpack or lunch box at all times.
Late Work: All late homework, projects, and essays will be subject to a deduction of up to 50%. Late work will be accepted until the end of each quarter. Missed tests will need to be completed within one week of the original test date. 1st Quarter: 10/11/2019, 2nd Quarter: 12/19/19, 3rd Quarter: 3/6/20, 4th Quarter: 5/21/20
Acceptability of Written Work:
All student-prepared work is to have the following heading:
Student Name
Date
Class Period
Title of Assignment
Classroom Policies:
- Follow directions quickly and quietly
- Be in your seat when the bell rings
- Keep hands, feet, and other objects to yourself
- Raise your hand and wait for permission to speak
- Follow all of the school rules
Communication: The best way to contact me is by email at [email protected]