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** 2012-2013 ** ** USII Course Syllabus **
 * Malden High School **


 * Teacher: Wendy Bendle Room: J366 Ext:1366 **


 * Extra help: --before homeroom, 7:15-7:45; after school, 2:15-3 **

--notebook/binder (must have a secure place to store handouts and papers) --pen/pencil --highlighter and pen of different color for marking up the text --the class textbook, //American Anthem//, is available in the classroom and online (online access to the text: [|www.my.hrw.com]; epresley74, kingofrock)
 * Course materials: **



In U.S. History II, students analyze the causes and consequences of the Industrial Revolution and America’s growing role in international relations. Students study the goals and accomplishments of the Progressive movement and the New Deal. Students also learn about the various factors that led to America’s entry into World War I and World War II as well as the consequences of World War II for American life. Additionally, students study the causes and course of the Civil Rights movement, and recent events and trends that have shaped modern day America. Any student with strong reading and writing skills, and strong work habits, may participate in an Honors section of the course.
 * Course Description: **


 * __ Malden Public Schools District Goal __** : Students will increase their ability to interact thoughtfully with text, visuals, data, number and word problems, visuals, and phenomena, on their own and with one another, to build new knowledge, skills and understanding.

Chapter Tests = **35%** Quizzes = **15%** Class Participation = 1. Notes and Products completed during class (Notebooks) **25%** 2. Students discussion, pair/share, Socratic Seminar etc. **10%** Homework= **15%**
 * Assessment components: **
 * Notebook
 * Daily participation;
 * Homework
 * Major Projects
 * Minor Projects
 * Quizzes
 * Tests
 * Primary Source Documents/Required reading
 * Comprehension computer lab activities
 * Distribution of quarterly grading components: **
 * Distribution of quarterly grading components: **
 * Total = 100% **


 * ** Grade ** || ** Scale ** || ** Description of work ** ||
 * A || 90-100 || Consistently demonstrates an exceptional level of quality and effort. All work is in on time and completed to exceed expectations. Mastery in applying the concepts (or principles) of (course). ||
 * B || 80-89 || Consistently demonstrates proficient knowledge with a good effort and quality of work. All assignments are complete and on time. Demonstrates the ability to apply the concepts (or principles) of (course). ||
 * C || 70-79 || Demonstrates proficient knowledge and the ability to apply concepts (or principles) of (course). Work shows average effort. A few assignments may be missed or late. ||
 * D || 60-69 || Work shows minimal effort and some assignments are late. Demonstrates a basic understanding of recalling or comprehending concepts (or principles) of (course). ||
 * F || Below 60 || Understanding is below basic in relation to (course) concepts (or principles). Work is of poor quality and does not meet standards or expectations. ||

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===//Using art to think about history://This painting, Manifest Destiny, painted by John Gast in 1872, reveals American attitudes and assumptions about their role on the continent. What message was Gast sharing in this painting? What do you see that reveals his intention?===
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