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Syllabus: Spring 2005
Quizzes
Exams
Writing Assignments
Grading Policy
Additional Policies and Information
Quizzes
Students will need the green
Scantron form #882-E and a #2 pencil in order to take
the two (2) required quizzes. Quizzes are composed of 25 questions
each. They are based on lectures and readings that have been
assigned since the previous quiz or exam, and are designed to assess
the student’s knowledge of chronology, geography, people, events,
and historical milestones. Students will have 20 minutes in which
to complete each quiz. Quizzes are worth 25 points each.
Exams
Midterm
Exams
The two (2) required exams will consist of essay and short answer
identification questions, are based on lectures and readings that
have been assigned since the previous exam, and are designed to
assess the student’s ability to analyze historical themes. Students
will have 60 minutes in which to complete each exam. Exams are
worth 75 points each.
Final Exam
The final exam may consist
of a variety of questions and essays designed to assess the
student’s knowledge of chronology, geography, people, events,
historical milestones, and ability to analyze historical themes.
Students will have 2 hours in which to complete the final exam. The
final exam is worth 150 points.
Missed Exams or Quizzes
Students may elect to make up missed tests during the professor’s
regularly scheduled office hour, during the student’s own final exam
period (though extra time cannot be allotted), or, if space is
available, during any one of the professor’s regularly scheduled
final exam periods. Sign ups for make up exam seats within final
exam periods other than the student’s regularly scheduled period
will be taken the first week of December and will be on a first
come, first serve basis. The make up tests will be similar in
content to the originals but not identical.
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Writing Assignments
 There are two required 4-5 page writing assignments for this course.
One is a document comparison and analysis and the other is an
analysis of women and the media. More information on these
assignments will follow at a later date. Term papers are worth 100
points each. Because students are given the due date well in
advance, I have a zero tolerance policy for late papers; plan
accordingly. If you find that you
will not be in attendance on the day the paper is due you must find
a way to get the paper to me anyway (my mailbox, e-mail, send it
with a classmate, turn it in early, etc.). Other than for a
documented medical emergency, I will not accept late
papers—do not even ask! A word of caution: do not wait until
fifteen minutes before class to print out your paper; something will
invariably be wrong with the printer, disk, computer, etc.
Technical difficulty is not a valid excuse for failing to submit a
paper.
Extra Credit
There will be an extra credit opportunity by the end of the
semester. Only students who have completed all other
requirements (2 quizzes, 2 exams, 2 papers, 1 final) will be
eligible for extra credit. Extra credit is a reward for those who
have worked diligently but who may need an extra boost. It is
not an alternative to regular course work.
Summary of Grading Policy and Method of Evaluation
Students do not compete
for a set number of As, Bs, Cs, etc., nor do I grade on a curve.
The only competition you have is yourself. This is a transferable,
lower-division college course just as one would take at a
university. Therefore, work performed at the college level will be
correspondingly rewarded. As stated above, the following is a
breakdown of the components of your final grade:
MWF Grade Points
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A = |
540 - 600 |
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B = |
480 - 539 |
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C = |
420 - 479 |
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D = |
360 - 419 |
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F = |
0 - 359 |
TTH
Grade Points
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A = |
526 - 585 |
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B = |
468 - 525 |
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C = |
409 - 467 |
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D = |
351 - 408 |
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F = |
0 - 350 |
Concerns about grades should be
discussed with the professor either by telephone, e-mail, or during
office hour within 48 hours of receiving the grade. Other than in
the case of a Scantron correction machine error, I will not change
grades. However, I will discuss with you ways in which you may
improve your study, reading, or writing skills prior to the next
exam/assignment. Additionally, it is a good idea to retain all
returned quizzes and exams until you receive your final grade so
that if you think your final grade is in error, you may provide
proof of completed work and grades.
Note: Incompletes will only be given if you have
completed and passed the course through the second midterm and can
document an illness or family emergency that precludes you from
finishing the course this semester.
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Additional Policies and Information
Academic Dishonesty
DO NOT CHEAT OR
PLAGIARIZE; it will not be tolerated. Students caught cheating will
receive an F (0 points) for the assignment/exam, will not be
permitted to make up those points, and will be reported to the
dean. Plagiarism is using another person’s words, research, or
ideas and representing it as your own by not giving the originator
their credit. Plagiarism can be avoided by citing sources and using
quotation marks. If you are unsure of what constitutes plagiarism,
see the following website:
http://www.lib.usm.edu/research/plag/plagiarismtutorial.php
**For two participation points added to your
grade: Go to the above website, read through the material,
take the "Post-Test Your Knowledge" quiz, and e-mail the results to
me (the website gives you this option).
You will be held accountable for
this information. Academic dishonesty is a serious issue that
could result in further academic disciplinary measures including,
but not limited to, expulsion from class and possibly from the
college.
Academic Assistance
American River College
offers many programs free of charge to assist students in reaching
their academic potential. If you have a need in any of the
following areas, please take advantage of these services. In
addition, students may contact the professor for assistance specific
to this course.
Disabled Students Programs and Services
484-8707
Learning Resource Center 484-8693
The Reading Center
484-8696
Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC)
484-8802
Writing Center
484-8696
In addition, students may
contact me for assistance specific to this course.
Attendance Policy
Forty-seven (MWF) or
thirty-two days (TTH) of
attendance are required for this class and students will receive one
point for every day they are in attendance. If at any point during
the semester you decide you no longer wish to attend this course be
sure to drop it formally so that you do not unexpectedly receive an
“F” for the course. Do not expect me to drop you for lack of
attendance. Note: You are responsible for material
presented in class whether you are in attendance or not. If
you are absent you should arrange to get class notes from another
student in the class. Do not ask me what you missed.
Tardy Policy
Habitual tardiness is
rude, disruptive, and an indication of a time management problem.
For the sake of the class, the professor, and yourself, do not
arrive late. If you find that arriving late to class will be an
ongoing issue, you may need to consider taking the course at another
time. If occasionally you find yourself arriving after class
has begun, please enter and unpack your notebook quietly. Do not
let the door slam and do not disturb the people around you. Note:
Chronic tardiness will affect your grade in the same way an absence
would.
Classroom Etiquette
Absolutely NO:
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cell phones (turn the ringer
off before entering class)
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food (water bottles are okay)
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talking, whispering, or note
passing
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leaving early
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shuffling backpacks and
notebooks before class is over
w
blurting out comments or
answers unless solicited
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comments that are intended to
offend
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doing homework for
another class
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snoring (or any other
distracting noises)
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strong perfume, cologne, or
body odor
Offenders may receive a warning, but
severe offenders will be asked to leave the class for the remainder
of the session. Note: answering a ringing cell
phone is considered a severe offense (it is quite rude).
**The class syllabus and schedule are
subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances.
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Jennifer Terry
History
Behavioral & Social Sciences Department
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