Author:		Steve Burden
Posted:		8/5/08; 3:05:05 PM
Topic:		AS II Procedures
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American Studies II  2008-2009
 Mr. Burden, Rm. 211

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is a study of American History from 1898 to the present.

GOALS
Through a variety of methods, students will apply a basic understanding of American History to meet the State Learning Results standards.


CLASSROOM PROCEDURES
   A notebook for note taking is required.  It could be part of a three-ringed binder with pockets and white lined paper  (or bring a separate folder)

 Students must be on time for class and ready to begin.
  Readiness includes bringing your text, notebook, writing tools and colored pencils.  Plan to be in class and stay in class. You must have a signed pass from guidance or elsewhere if there is a special need which would take you away from class.

  Students will listen to each other and work together as learners.

  Rude interruptions, obscenities, or racial slurs will not be tolerated.

Be sure to save your returned papers in the event that you should have to prove you did the assignment. 

  Books are to remain covered all year.

GRADING and ASSIGNMENTS
All assignments must have your name and the date clearly written on the paper.
WHEN ASSIGNMENTS ARE LATE DUE TO ABSENCE, WRITE ≥ABSENT≈ ON THE TOP OF THE PAPER.  Assignments will be kept together in the class folder on my desk.

I reserve the right to give spot quizzes after assigned readings. 
Be sure to get assignments and notes from classmates when you miss classes.


Regular exams and project work                          65%
    (Tests may be retaken until a new test is scheduled)
Homework assignments                        35%