Homework for Asian History:
Monday - Read and take notes on pp. 12-21. Map project.
Tuesday - Read and take notes on pp. 85-94.
Wednesday/Thursday - TBA
Friday - Write a one-page description and response.
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Monday, January 11, 2010
Monday, January 4, 2010
J-term Asian History
Welcome back!
This year's Asian History class will focus on China, Japan, Okinawa, and Korea, with a research project in which students will research and prepare a project on a country of their choice from Southeast Asia. See syllabus below for details.
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Syllabus
Asian History
Hour: 10:30-3:30 (homeroom and lunch 12:05-1:05)
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 8:30 to 10:30 AM or 3-4 PM
Number of Credits: ½ credit
Course Description: This course is a survey of social and political history of Asia, featuring major units on China, Japan, Okinawa, Korea, and an independent research project on Southeast Asia. For each country or region, students will examine the country’s history from ancient times onward, key people, geography, cultural contributions, significant current events and issues facing the country today, and the efforts of Christian missions both historically and in modern times.
Course Objectives:
· Students will recognize the hand of God in human affairs: the rise and fall of empires, kingdoms, and nations.
· Map skills; identify significant places on a map
· Identify significant events on a historical timeline
· Identify causes and effects of key historical events
· Examine the major religions, philosophies, and current government structures of each country
· Examine the way that current events are shaping modern Asia
· Conduct additional research on the culture and traditions of each region
· A study of the history of Okinawa and field trip to Shuri Castle and the Naha Natural History Museum
Class Texts:
World Regional Studies: China
World Regional Studies: Japan
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- A notebook (B5)
- Loose-leaf paper
- A folder for handouts
- Pens, pencils, erasers
- The textbook needed for that class session (weeks 1 and 2)
Grading:
Unit tests 40%
Four tests: each test is worth 10% of your final grade.
Research project 10%
Group research project over a country in Southeast Asia.
Quizzes/other projects 20%
Quizzes will be given with a frequency of at least once per week.
Daily assignments 20%
Will include maps, timelines, etc.
Class participation 10%
Includes on-task work during individual and group work time as well as participation by asking questions, answering questions, speaking in group discussions, etc.
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late homework assignments.
- During class, take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and the school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Class Schedule:
Week 1: China; unit test
Week 2: Japan; unit test
Week 3: Okinawa; unit test
Week 4: Field trip; Korea; research project on Southeast Asia; unit test (Korea)
This year's Asian History class will focus on China, Japan, Okinawa, and Korea, with a research project in which students will research and prepare a project on a country of their choice from Southeast Asia. See syllabus below for details.
*****
Syllabus
Asian History
Hour: 10:30-3:30 (homeroom and lunch 12:05-1:05)
Teacher Name: Ms. Amber Fontenot
Room Number: 332
E-mail Address: Amber.Fontenot@ocsi.org
Blog Address: http://ocsi-humanities.blogspot.com
School Phone Number: 958-3000
The best time for parents to call me is: from 8:30 to 10:30 AM or 3-4 PM
Number of Credits: ½ credit
Course Description: This course is a survey of social and political history of Asia, featuring major units on China, Japan, Okinawa, Korea, and an independent research project on Southeast Asia. For each country or region, students will examine the country’s history from ancient times onward, key people, geography, cultural contributions, significant current events and issues facing the country today, and the efforts of Christian missions both historically and in modern times.
Course Objectives:
· Students will recognize the hand of God in human affairs: the rise and fall of empires, kingdoms, and nations.
· Map skills; identify significant places on a map
· Identify significant events on a historical timeline
· Identify causes and effects of key historical events
· Examine the major religions, philosophies, and current government structures of each country
· Examine the way that current events are shaping modern Asia
· Conduct additional research on the culture and traditions of each region
· A study of the history of Okinawa and field trip to Shuri Castle and the Naha Natural History Museum
Class Texts:
World Regional Studies: China
World Regional Studies: Japan
Materials you should bring to class every day:
- A notebook (B5)
- Loose-leaf paper
- A folder for handouts
- Pens, pencils, erasers
- The textbook needed for that class session (weeks 1 and 2)
Grading:
Unit tests 40%
Four tests: each test is worth 10% of your final grade.
Research project 10%
Group research project over a country in Southeast Asia.
Quizzes/other projects 20%
Quizzes will be given with a frequency of at least once per week.
Daily assignments 20%
Will include maps, timelines, etc.
Class participation 10%
Includes on-task work during individual and group work time as well as participation by asking questions, answering questions, speaking in group discussions, etc.
Expectations:
- Come to class with a positive attitude and be ready to learn.
- Be in your seat when the bell rings and begin bellwork immediately at the beginning of class.
- Assignments are expected to be turned in on time; no credit will be given for late homework assignments.
- During class, take notes and participate in class discussions.
Class Rules:
- Respect: Respect each other, your teacher, and the school rules.
- Expectations: Come with an open mind and a positive attitude; be ready to explore and ask questions.
- Materials: Come to class prepared—you should have all necessary books, materials, and assignments when the bell rings.
Class Schedule:
Week 1: China; unit test
Week 2: Japan; unit test
Week 3: Okinawa; unit test
Week 4: Field trip; Korea; research project on Southeast Asia; unit test (Korea)