HIST 2060 World Civilization 1

HIST 2060
WORLD CIVILZAION 1
Course Syllabus

Semester: Spring, 2020	Meeting room and time:
Instructor: Dr. Theron E. Corse	Office: Crouch 406 Office phone: 963-7457 Alternate phone: 963-5471
Instructor email: tcorse@tnstate.edu	Office hours:

Study Guides

Primary Source Writing Assignment (WRITE)

Course Description: History 2060 is a survey of world history from the earliest periods of human development and the beginnings of civilization to the development of European expansionism in the sixteenth century. The course is designed to familiarize students with the distinctive cultural experiences of major civilizations of the ancient, classical, and medieval worlds; to provide students with the foundational background for their introduction to "the modern age" in HIST 2070; and to acquaint students with the methods and techniques historians and other researchers use to uncover the past and re-create the story of human development. History 2060 reflects a global emphasis in its representation of major civilizations and their contributions to the human experience. Civilizations studied include those of the ancient Middle and Near East; India and the Far East (China and Japan); the classical civilizations of Greece and Rome; the later civilizations of Europe, Central Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The course emphasizes the social history of civilizations through the ages and around the world, recreating the everyday life of ordinary people in the context of their economic, political, intellectual, cultural, religious, and geographic environment.

Learning outcomes

Develop an understanding of historical analytical techniques, including an understanding of the role of change and continuity in human history.
Demonstrate an ability to apply historical analytical techniques to texts and artifacts from the pre-modern era.
Develop and demonstrate an understanding of how texts and artifacts from the pre-modern era express the culture and values of that era.
Be able to critically asses, within a comparative framework the ideas, values, and historical forces that have shaped the development of human society.
The primary content related goal is that the student develop an understanding of the diversity of global cultures in the pre-modern world, with an appreciation for how that diversity in turn helped to shape the modern era.

History Program Learning Outcomes

Historical Content Knowledge -- Demonstrate and apply a comprehensive and accurate understanding of major topics, themes, and developments in U.S. and world history.
Methods -- Demonstrate and apply thought and methodologies specific to the discipline of History.
Written Communication -- Communicate clearly and effectively in college-level writing, applying standard diction, syntax, usage, grammar, and mechanics.
Original Research and Historical Analysis -- Conduct thorough historical research with recourse to both primary and secondary sources, and advance original historical arguments in a well-written essay with appropriate use and citation of these sources.

Textbook

We will be using an online class pack designed for this course by Skyepack. Below are instructions on how to access it. The cost is $35 if you order directly from Skyepack. The bookstore can also sell you access, but there will be a markup. Please see the login instructions under "Textbook" in eLearn. You will need your eLearn email address.

Assignments

Quizzes: There are three ID Quizzes, two maps quizzes, and an Historical Evidence Quiz. All quizzes and tests are in e-Learn, with the exception of the two Map Quizzes. Study guides for the map quizzes will be handed out in class.
Tests: There are three essay exams, which will be available in e-Learn.
Writing: There is one writing assignment, the Primary Source Writing Assignment (WRITE). It is to be submitted to the Dropbox in e-Learn

Grade Distribution

Three Exams	3x20% each=60%
Map Quizzes	2x5%each=10%
ID and Evidence Quizzes	4x5%each=20%
Primary Source Essay	10%
Total	100%

Grading Scale:

Three Exams	3x20%=60%
Map Quizzes	2x5%=10%
ID and Evidence Quizzes	4x5%=20%
Primary Source Essay	10%
Total	100%

CLASS IAND UNIVESITY POLICIES

Assignments:

Assignments for this class will include reading, writing, and special projects. Readings maybe assigned not only from the text, but also from photocopied materials, library books, and Internet sources. Students are responsible for all work assigned in this class, whether or not they are present. Assignments must be completed on time. Late work will be penalized unless you have a good excuse, and no assignments will be accepted more than one week late. All students are expected to participate regularly in class discussions.
In order to improve your writing, you will need to utilize all the resources TSU puts at your disposal, including the WRITE Program. The WRITE Studio is located in 220 Jackson Hall Industrial Arts Building open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., M-F. The Studio is equipped with computers, printers, wifi, style guides, etc. The Studio is also staffed with trained WRITE Associates to assist the students with strengthening their writing skills. A student can use the Studio any time during regular hours, but it is best to make an appointment to work with a WRITE Associate: Call 963-2131 or e-mail write@tnstate.edu. To use the Studio, students must have their current student I. D. cards and adhere to basic Studio rules of conduct. Students looking for reliable online sources can visit the WRITE page.

Attendance and Punctuality

Attendance and punctuality are expected of all students. Students are responsible for all material, tests and assignments, regardless of attendance or punctuality. The professor is under no obligation to give make-ups or accept late work caused by unexcused absence or tardiness. The professor reserves the right to deduct from the student's participation grade for more than three unexcused absences and to deduct up to a letter grade from the final grade for excessive unexcused absences (10% of class hours). The professor reserves the right to fail students who miss more that 20% of class hours. Those students who know that they will have a consistent problem due to scheduling conflicts should discuss this with the professor at the beginning of the semester.

Class Participation

Preparation: since students are expected to participate in class discussion, it is important to complete all the assigned readings before coming to class. Students are expected to understand the material, or to have identified what they do not yet understand in order to ask questions in class. All students are expected to come to class prepared to discuss the assigned material. Students are expected to observe normal courtesy in class. They are expected to pay attention to the instructor, to take detailed notes, to refrain from personal conversation, and to avoid any other behavior that disturbs others. A student who does not observe these courtesies maybe asked to leave the room.

TSU Disability Accommodation Statement

TSU is committed to creating inclusive learning environments and providing all students with opportunities to learn and excel in their course of study. Any student with a disability or condition which might interfere with his/her class performance or attendance may arrange for reasonable accommodations by visiting the Office of Disability Services (ODS). ODS is located in Kean Hall, room 131 and can be reached at 963-7400 or www.tnstate.edu/disability services . You will be required to speak with ODS staff and provide documentation of the need for an accommodation. If you qualify for an accommodation you will be provided with a document stating what type of classroom accommodations are to be made by the instructor. It is your responsibility to give a copy of this document to the instructor as soon as you receive it. Accommodations will only be provided AFTER the instructor receives the accommodation instructions from ODS; accommodations are not retroactive. You must follow this process for each semester that you require accommodations.

TSU Sexual Misconduct, Domestic/Dating Violence, Stalking Statement

TSU recognizes the importance of providing an environment free of all forms of discrimination and sexual harassment, including sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. If you (or someone you know) has experienced or is experiencing any of these incidents, there are resources to assist you in the areas of accessing health and counseling services, providing academic and housing accommodations, and making referrals for assistance with legal protective orders and more. Please be aware that most TSU employees, including faculty and instructors, are “responsible employees”, meaning that they are required to report incidents of sexual violence, domestic/dating violence or stalking. This means that if you tell me about a situation involving sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking, I must report the information to the Title IX Coordinator. Although I have to report the situation, you will still have options about how your situation will be handled, including whether or not you wish to pursue a formal complaint. Our goal is to make sure you are aware of the range of options available to you and have access to the resources you need. You are encouraged to contact TSU’s Title IX Coordinator to report any incidents of sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic/dating violence or stalking. The Title IX coordinator is located in the Office of Equity and Inclusion, McWherter Administration Building, Ste. 260 and can be reached at 615-963-7494 or 615-963-7438. For more information about Title IX and TSU’s SART or policies and procedures regarding sexual, domestic/dating violence and stalking please visit: www.tnstate.edu/equity. If you wish to speak to someone confidentially, who is not required to report, you can contact the TSU Counseling Center, located in the basement of Wilson Hall, at 615-963-5611 or TSU Student Health Services, located in the Floyd Payne Campus Center room 304, at 615-963-5084. You may also contact the following off campus resources: Sexual Assault Center of Nashville at 1-800-879-1999 or www.sacenter.org or the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence at 615-386-9406 or www.tncoalition.org.

TSU Harassment and Discrimination Statement

Tennessee State University is firmly committed to compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit harassment and discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, religion, retaliation, veteran status and other protected categories. TSU will not subject any student to discrimination or harassment and no student shall be excluded from participation in nor denied the benefits of any educational program based on their protected class. If a student believes they have been discriminated against or harassed because of a protected class, they are encouraged to contact the Office of Equity and Inclusion at McWherter Administration Building, Ste. 260, 615-963-7494 or 615-963-7438, www.tnstate.edu/equity.

Weeks	Dates	Lecture Topic and Assignments	Readings and Primary Sources
1	Jan 13, 15	Origins Becoming Human Historical Origins Quiz (Aug 21-Feb 5 in eLearn)	Skypack Module 1
2	Jan 20, 22	Origins Farming and Herding River Civilizations MLK Jj Day Holiday Jan 20 Receive Map Quiz Study guides	Skyepack Module 2 The Code of Hammurabi;
3	Jan 27, 29	Rise, Fall and Recovery of Ancient Civilizations Rise and Fall of Ancient Civilizations Recovery, Development and Instability Map Quiz 1 - Jan 29 (in class)	Skypack Module 3
4	Feb 3, 5	First Empires Recovery, Development and Instability The Axial Age Map Quiz 2 - Feb 5 (in class)	Skyepack Modules 4, 5
5	Feb 10, 12	A Revolution in Thought The Axial Age ID Quiz 1 - Sep 18-25 in eLearn	Skyepack Module 5
6	Sep 17, 18	The Classical Empires The Axial Age Persia, Rome, and China Exam 1 - Feb18-26 in eLearn	Skyepack Modules 5, 6
7	Feb 24, 26	The Classical Empires Persia, Rome, and China Religious Life in the Roman Empire - Rise of Christianity	Skyepack Module 6
8	Mar 2, 4	Spring Break Mar 2-8
9	Mar 9, 11	Collapse and Reorganization Persia, Rome, and China After Empire	Skyepack Module 7
10	Mar 16, 18	World Religions Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam ID Quiz #2 - Mar 18-25 in eLearn Last Day to withdraw - Mar 20	Skyepack Module 8
11	Mar 23, 25	World Religions Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam Exam 2: Mar 25-Feb 1 in eLearn	Skyepack Module 8
12	Mar 30, Apr 1	Expansion and Isolation Expansion, Isolation, and Fragility	Skyepack Module 9
13	Apr 6, 8	The World Before the Mongols Expansion, Isolation, and Fragility The World Before the Mongols	Skyepack Modules 9, 10
14	Apr 13, 15	The World the Mongols Made The Mongol Conquests The Calamitous 14th Century	Skyepack Module 11, 12
15	Apr 20, 22	First Beginnings of Globalization Rebirth of Empire and Expansion ID Quiz #3 - Apr 20-30 in eLearn Primary Source Assignment Due (in eLearn Dropbox) - May 1 Last day of classes - Apr 25	Skyepack Module 13
16 Finals	Apr 27-May 1	Final Exam Apr 25-May 1 in eLearn