Course / CRN:

AMH 2020/10167

Fall 2010.  Tuesdays & Thursdays:  8:00 a.m. to 9:20 a.m. 

Leesburg Campus,  RM.  LA 7

 August 24, 2010 – December 2, 2010

Course Title:

U.S. History Since 1865 -1945

Course Description:

This course is a continuation of AMH 2010 and brings students up to the present. Emphasis is given to the factors that have changed the United States from a rural to urban industrial nation, and to a leading world power. Recommended especially for sophomores.

Term:

Fall 2010 

August 24, 2010 – December 2, 2010

Instructor:

Evan Bhola

Contact Information:

Bholae@lscc.edu

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Office Hours:

9:30 am – 10:30 am Tuesdays and Thursdays

                             *** By appointment ***

Credit:

3.0 hours

Prerequisites:

C or higher in ENC 1101

Co-requisites:

None

Student Learning Outcomes &

Competencies:

To demonstrate the ability to organize, synthesize, and research historical information to support arguments regarding causation, and interpretation of events.

Reading Material:

Martin, James K. America and Its People: A Mosaic in the Making From 1865 Volume 2, 5^thed. New York, Pearson/Longman, 2007.  ISNB 0-321-41997-9

Technology & Online Computer

Access Requirements:

Students must have Internet access in order to access Blackboard, Web sites and to facilitate communication.

Course Objectives:

At the end of the semester students will be able to:

1. Examine the ideas, institutions, and events that shaped United States history from the Civil War to World War II, 1945
2. Accurately place (the studied) historical events in time as well as determine and analyze their cause and relevant outcome.
3. Enhance their ability to engage in critical and positively argumentative discussions (due to class participation).]
4. Demonstrate their factual knowledge and analytical skills

Academic Integrity:

The successful functioning of the academic community demands honesty, which is the basis of respect for both ideas and persons. In the academic community, there is an ongoing assumption of academic integrity at all levels. There is the expectation that work will be independently thoughtful and responsible as to its sources of information and inspiration. Honesty is an appropriate consideration in other ways as well, including but not limited to the responsible use of library resources, responsible conduct in examinations, and the responsible use of the Internet.  (See college catalog for complete statement.)

Important Information for

Students With Disabilities:

Any student with a documented disability who requires assistance or academic accommodations should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities immediately to discuss eligibility. The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) is located on the Leesburg Campus, but arrangements can be made to meet with a student on any campus. An appointment can be made by calling 352-365-3574 and specific information about the OSD and potential services can be found at www.lscc.edu, then go to “Quick Links” and click on Disability Services.

Privacy Policy (FERPA):

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of a student’s education records.  In order for your information to be released, a form must be signed and in your records located in the Admissions/Registrar’s Office.

Attendance /

Withdrawal Policies:

You are required to attend every class session. Attendance is critical to your success in this course.

Methods of Evaluation

Exams: Exams will come from your assigned text, supplementary

readings, and class lectures.  No surprises!

Extra credit: Extra credit is not an option at this level of academic advancement. Study; meet your deadlines to do well on all assignments, quizzes, and exams.

Makeup exams: Makeup exams are available on an individual basis.  My experience is that students do not do as well on makeup exams.

Quizzes (five)                  10%

Mid-term exam               30%. 

Research paper               20%

Final exam                       30%

Class participation         10%

Total                                100%  

You will submit your research topic to the instructor for approval. The research paper will be in MLA format and should not be less than 5 fully typed pages. The font should be 12-point Times New Roman. Use standard grammar throughout your paper. Visit the Learning Center for assistance with the above.

Assessment & Grading:

A  =  90-100

B   =  80-89

C   =  70-79

D   =  60-69

F   =  59 and below

You are expected to complete assigned readings prior to attending class. Making a habit of taking class notes should prove beneficial. You should feel comfortable with asking questions about any class topic or issue that you do not understand or that is unclear to you. Chances are you are not the only one who is confused (or just curious about an issue). Plan the writing of your essay in a timely manner. Late assignments will lose 5% of the total score per class day. No assignments will be accepted after the day of the final examination.

Course Content / Calendar:

Period 1:  Civil War/Reconstruction to WWI  (1865-1914 )       

 reconstruction, political rivalry, class conflicts race conflicts

land, agriculture and labor

industrialization

immigrants/anti-immigrants/Nativism

city/urban life

women’ rights

big business/wealth and power

capitalism/populism/farmers

expansionism/empire building

progressivism

diplomacy

Period 2:    World War I to the Depression (1914-1930)

neutrality

war

civil liberties

women liberties

NAACP

labor/socialism/fears

urban growth

jazz/dance/literature/good time

the Crash of 1929

Period 3:    The Depression to World War II  (1930-1945+)

F.D.R. Man of the hour

war one more time

fears within

allied  joining forces

the end of war or is it?

Superpower status,

Important Dates

09/28/2010     Research topics

10/11/2010     Midterm Exam

11/30/2010     Research paper

12/07/2010     Final Exam

Classroom Rules & Policies:

Conduct: We are in a learning environment. Be polite, courteous, responsible, and considerate. 

Respect: We will maintain the utmost respect for each other’s, culture,

race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, political affiliation, physiognomy, physical challenges, and socio-economic status.

Discrimination based on any of the above will not be tolerated. This class will exemplify tolerance, and understanding in the same way the wider campus and society in general foster and encourage respect and tolerance.

Respect for Diversity: The study of history involves discussion on several topics: social, political, religious, military, economic, and cultural. The past is not always pleasant. The class material, text and supplementary readings are not tailored to suit any personal or particular point of view. As a result, be prepared to be offended more than once if you are not open to other opinions and to diverse points of views. 

Cheating:  Cheating is against college policy and belittles personal integrity.  Cheating or any form of dishonesty related to this class will result in prompt academic discipline. Persons caught cheating will receive an F for the test or be dropped from the course with a grade of F.

Plagiarism: Plagiarism, passing off another’s work as your own, is also against college policy and it is not tolerated.  Persons caught plagiarizing will be dropped from the course with a grade of F.

Intellectual exchange: Academic and intellectual exchanges are encouraged. Freedom of speech is honored in this class; however, personal attacks reveal questionable academic and intellectual skills and are therefore not allowed.

Eating Mealtime should be before or after class, not during class.

Cell phones: All cell phones and paging devices must be turned   off during class.  Make and receive calls before and after class.

Sleeping: Always get a good night’s sleep. Even if you do not snore, sleeping is not permitted during class lectures.

Disrupting Class: Frequent leaving and entering the class during lectures is very disruptive to lecturer and fellow students and is therefore unacceptable.  Do all out-of -class business before or after class, not during class.

Class Time: This is not an online class.  We have a contract. You are expected to be in class promptly at 8:00 a.m. and remain until 9:20 a.m. I will keep my part of this contract with you.  I expect you to keep your part of this contract with me.

Encouragement: Study! Do your readings and complete all assignments! Good luck!  Enjoy history!

Syllabus Disclaimer:

Information contained in this syllabus is, to the best knowledge of this instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed to the student.  The instructor reserves the right, acting within policies and procedures of Lake-Sumter Community College, to make necessary changes in course content or instructional techniques without prior notice or obligation to the student.