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Welcome to World History with Mr. de la Cruz. My daughter Adelyn. My son Vincent. Objectives. This course will examine the culture and geography of a variety of civilizations spanning the Middle Ages and the Post-Medieval Period. This will be accomplished through: Group activities
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My daughter Adelyn My son Vincent
Objectives • This course will examine the culture and geography of a variety of civilizations spanning the Middle Ages and the Post-Medieval Period. • This will be accomplished through: • Group activities • Discussion • Simulation activities • Presentations • Direct instruction • Primary and secondary source analysis • The goal of this course is to examine the social, political, and economic changes that took place around the world. • Students will develop their skills in writing, speaking, discussion, researching, and critical thinking.
Topics Covered • Quarter 1 • Fall of Rome • Middle East • West Africa • Quarter 2 • Mayas/Incas/Aztecs • China • Japan • Quarter 3 • Medieval Europe • Renaissance • Quarter 4 • Reformation • Scientific Revolution • Exploration • Enlightenment
Folder/Classwork/Grading • Students are to write down their assignments in their Binder Reminders on a daily basis • Almost all class work and homework is organized in their 2-pocket history folder • History homework is typically completing the work that was started in class that day. • Grading will be based on total points earned from • Classwork/homework • Tests/quizzes • Projects • Presentations
Contact Information • Phone: 661-252-3113 x 2302 • Email: adelacruz@hartdistrict.org • Best way to reach me is through email • My website can be found on the Sierra Vista website • Search for me in the “Staff” section • Click on my name • Click on “World History” • You will find the week’s homework as well as upcoming tests, quizzes, and projects