A.P.
European History / 2006 - 2007 / Mr. Bates
Course Description
This course will
serve as preparation for the Advanced Placement Modern European History
Exam. A chronological review of European
History since the mid-1400s is the focus of the course. Major topics of review include the
Renaissance, the Reformation, the wars of religion, the rise of nation-states,
the Age of Exploration, the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, the
French Revolution and the Napoleonic Era, romanticism, the Industrial
Revolution, liberalism, nationalism, socialism, imperialism, World War I, the
rise of totalitarian states, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War,
the fall of the Soviet Union and the post-Cold War world.
Class Preparation
Students are expected to have the following items with them at each class:
1. textbook
2. assignment notebook (back portion of student handbook)
3. notebook and a folder for handouts
4. pens and pencils
5. written homework when due
Homework
Reading and/or written homework will be assigned for each class. Written homework will be checked at the start of class on the date due. All written homework must be typed or written neatly in ink.
Tests and Quizzes
Tests will be preannounced and based primarily on class notes and discussions along with assigned readings and homework assignments. A quiz will be given for each chapter according to the attached Reading/Quiz schedule. Since one of the primary goals of this class is for students to receive college credit by passing a comprehensive national exam, students will be held responsible for material contained in the assigned reading regardless of whether that chapter has been covered in class by the scheduled quiz date.
Makeup Work
Missed homework assignments due to excused absences, will be due on the day following a student’s return to class. Makeup tests and quizzes must also be completed by the end of the day following a student’s return to class. Exceptions will be made for prolonged absences (more than two days out of school) in which case a student must see me immediately upon their return to make appropriate arrangements for the completion of the work in question. It is the responsibility of the student to see me in order to schedule all makeup work.
Class Participation
Class participation is a portion of the overall grade. Students are expected to pay attention during class and are encouraged to ask questions and participate in class discussions. Students are also expected to show consideration and respect to me and to all members of the class.
Term Grades
Term grades will be comprised of the following:
Tests – 50%
Quizzes – 25%
Class participation – 10%
Homework – 15%
Extra Help
Students are encouraged to seek additional help as necessary. I will be available for extra help and makeup work after school, Monday – Thursday.