Santa Ana College
Department of Humanities and Social Sciences

History 101 – World Civilizations to the 16^th Century
Spring 2019 – T/Th, 8:40A.M. - 10:05A.M.
Room: D-208

Section #61583, 3 units, 16 weeks (2/12 to 6/6)
Instructor: Daniel Deluna
deluna_daniel@sac.edu - I will officially communicate via email – make sure yours is registered!

Office Hours/Location: D-404, M/W 10:15a.m.-11:30a.m., T/Th 7:00a.m.-8:15a.m.

Required Texts
Bentley/Ziegler, Traditions and Encounters, Volume 1: to 1500, 5^th edition, (McGraw-Hill).

Selected weekly articles, documents, and videos - TBA            

[Syllabus is subject to change with notice, as the course of the semester requires.]

Course Outline

This course covers a tremendous breadth of time from prehistory to 1500 C.E. (A.D.). The objectives for this course are as follows:

 

1. General knowledge/awareness of the historical narrative and basic historiography.
2. Basic understanding of the principles of major philosophies/religions through time

• Cognizance of the reasons why certain events unfolded in certain ways and the links between events in history---interaction between societies is integral!

1. Understanding the role of marginalized groups; e.g., women, peasants, slaves, etc.

The following are our Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs):

1. Students will critically analyze and interpret primary documents and secondary sources, and will be able to interpret qualitative and quantitative data in order to evaluate historical events.

 

2. Students will develop communication skills through oral and written exercises, and develop analytical skills by critically interpreting historical topics.

 

3. Students will analyze how local, national, and international policies and practices developed in the past continue to impact their contemporary lives.

Grading
Because we will cover a tremendous amount of material in a limited time, there will be a test after each 2 or 3-week interval (Midterm and Final included). Bringing incorrect answer sheet/blue book=zero points (tests 50-100 points). Study guides may be provided to aid in preparation. A Midterm will be worth 100 points; a Final will be worth 100 points. All tests are based upon reading and lecture material (things shown/discussed in class). Reading quizzes and in-class assignments = 25 points (unless otherwise stated).

A research paper (6pgs.) will be worth 125 points. Prompt follows syllabus. [Be thinking about a historically-based movie.] Students are expected to react to the prompt, translate what they read, and communicate in THEIR OWN WORDS (do not plagiarize). The required format is:  Times New Roman, 12-font, 6 pages (plus works cited), double-spaced, 1-inch margins, with in-text citations (MLA style) when necessary. Due the first meeting of finals week (prior to start of class meeting!) [Always keep all items handed back to you.]

First paragraph (via email) = 10 points. Current Events Presentation = 25 points. Rough drafts are worth 15-25 points (First page=15, 2 pages = 20, 3 pages = 25). Print all except 1^st paragraph.

If a student misses a test or assignment because of a medical emergency, the instructor must be notified as soon as possible. One make-up assignment may be provided if the student can prove such an emergency occurred. A second miss cannot be made up. Not bringing proper test materials=0 points! Attendance is key to your grade and understanding; sign-in sheets will be provided at each class. Late arrivals may miss out on points.

Grades will be based on this scale:        90%+=A, 80%+=B, 70%+=C, 60%+=D, 59↓=F
Unless stated, grades will be discussed during office hours, not just before/after class.

 

Absence/Drop Policy
According to Drop policy, it is the student’s responsibility to withdraw officially from a course. However, because of enrollment demand, a student may be dropped by the instructor when not appearing at the first class meeting or not completing the first activity. A student may also be dropped for excessive absences or when the total hours of absence or lack of participation exceed 10% of the total scheduled for the class. See page 49 of the 2018-2019 SAC Catalog for more information. Not being present for roll counts as an absence.

Accommodation for disability
Students with disabilities who want to request academic accommodations are responsible for notifying the Instructor and Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS). To arrange for accommodation, contact DSPS at (714) 564-6264, or TTY (714) 564-6284. They can also be found at the school website under “Student Services.”

Student Conduct
All students are responsible for adhering to the Standards of Student Conduct while enrolled in class. The Standards can be found online in the 2018-2019 Catalog. Detailed information within this policy is available on page 55. Students who violate the Standards will be met with disciplinary action, which may include removal from class, and reference to the Dean for further sanction. This includes use of cell phones, laptops or any other potential distractions during class. It also includes academic dishonesty.

Academic Dishonesty
Plagiarism, cheating, or academic dishonesty of any sort will not be tolerated. The student will automatically FAIL the assignment for any academic misconduct. Appropriate action may also be taken by the Social Sciences Division. Note: Wikipedia is NOT a resource!!! Copying the book is also unacceptable!

 

Schedule

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Week 1   

2/12     Rules of the course, intro to history terms         

2/14     READING: Epic of Gilgamesh – pp. 1-6, 9, 12, 31-34, 38-40, 42-46, 50

 

Week 2

2/19     READING: Bentley pp. 27-32, 35-44 {BOOKS TO CLASS NEXT WEEK!!!}

2/21     Paper topic due!!! – First paragraph plus 2 sources (via email before class)

 [***Last day to add/drop without a “W”***] – Feb. 24^th

 

Week 3

2/26     Bring books to class!!! – Book project: Notes on Egypt & Indo-Europeans

READING: Bentley pp. 42-45 and 49-63

2/28     (review if needed)

 

Week 4 - Bring books to class next week!!!

3/5       TEST 1: BEGINNING OF CLASS

3/7       Zarathustra Group Activity – find the similarities

READING: Bentley pp. 71-84, 87-101 (India and Asian societies)

Week 5

3/12     Page 1 due + 3 sources – printed (beginning of class)

READING: Bentley pp. 169-172, 177-185 (Indian religions)

3/14     Bring books to class!!!

Book Project: Mesoamerica (handouts) READING: Bentley pp. 107-116

Week 6

3/19     Current Events Presentation Due

 

3/21     finish lectures; questions from textbook

 

Week 7

3/26     (review if needed)

 

3/28     TEST 2: BEGINNING OF CLASS

 

Week 8

4/2       End of Class roundtable: What’s one thing…?

4/4       READING: Bentley pp. 189-208 (Greece)

 

April 8- April 14 SPRING BREAK (NO SCHOOL!)

 

Week 9

4/16     2 pages due + all sources (printed, before class!)

4/18     Peer Review – In-class assignment

            and Oedipus Rex

 

Week 10

4/23     READING: Bentley pp. 211-216 and 226-229 (Rome)

READING: Bentley pp. 149-161, 164-166 (China’s rise)

4/25     Reading Quiz – pp. 149-161, 164-166

 

 

Week 11

4/30     (review if needed)

5/2       MIDTERM

          READING: Bentley pp. 216-219 and 247-251 (Rome)

READING: Bentley pp. 259-269 and 272 (Islam)

 

           

Week 12 [***Last day to drop with a “W”***] – May 12^th

5/7       READING: Bentley pp. 358-368 (The Mongols and other nomads)

5/9       STUDENT MEETINGS – {BOOKS TO CLASS NEXT WEEK!!!}

 

Week 13

5/14     Book Project – 6 Questions {BOOKS TO CLASS!!!}

READING: Bentley pp. 415-421 (Mesoamerica)

5/16     Bring 3 pages of Research Paper + sources (printed)

 

Week 14

5/21     TEST 3: BEGINNING OF CLASS

5/23     Vikings lecture + In-class essay (with notes)

READING: Bentley pp. 327-336 and 343-346

READING: Bentley pp. 391-396 and 405-407

{BOOKS TO CLASS NEXT WEEK!!!}

 

 

 

 

Week 15

5/28     READING: Bentley pp. 410-412, 445-448 (early Western Europe)

5/30     In-class assignment: Explain your section – In your own words! (NEED BOOKS!)

READING: Bentley pp. 281-293 (Chinese Dynasties)

READING: Bentley pp. 450-457 (Renaissance and Columbus)

 

Week 16

6/4       RESEARCH PAPER DUE!!! (printed)

study guide!

6/6       FINAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current Events Presentation prompt

 

Choose a part of the world (non-U.S.) and give a 2-minute presentation to the class on a news article (from a credible news source – ask instructor if unsure) of your own choosing.

 

Submit the link (to the news article) to the instructor via email before the presentation. No sources with presentation = points off.

 

1 finger up when 30 seconds left, hand up when time is up (for sake of time – no questions).

 

Not ready/present when called – no points. Going under time (more than a few seconds) – points off.

 

Disturb someone else’s presentation (leaving early, coming in late) – points off.

 

Will be compared to effort/creativity of other presentations (reading off papers/slides, too short, not detailed=points off).

 

IF YOU NEED TO USE THE COMPUTER/PROJECTOR – MAKE SURE YOU LOGIN FAST!

 

I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO put some questions from the presentations on the next test!

 

Research Paper Prompt - Compare Hollywood to History

Choose a live-action film where a civilization covered in our course (see syllabus) is featured. The main events or characters must be historically based. The film can be from the following list or it can be approved (approval granted by instructor):

 

300, Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, Braveheart, The Message, Kingdom of Heaven, Spartacus, Hannibal, Alexander the Great, Confucius, Asoka, Gladiator, Caligula, or if you wish you may compare Biblical events to history (see me for approval and details).

 

You must demonstrate in a detailed way how the history in the film is different or similar to what is accepted as accurate. It requires research on the topic and analyzation of history.

 

Don’t duplicate lecture material. The textbook cannot be used as a source. In-text citations are strongly encouraged. Step 1 is watch the movie, Step 2 is do research and compare.

 

See syllabus under, “Grading,” for protocol on research paper length and other guidelines.

 

Use works cited page – minimum of 4 sources. Wikipedia is not a source, neither is a dot.com!!!

[.orgs are a maybe, verify with instructor]  1 source must be a book.

Sources must be varied – i.e., not all web-based research (use books, newspapers, etc.). No pictures.

 

If you are unsure of a source, check with me. Works cited page is not included in paper length.

Quoting should be used sparingly; it is not that long of a paper.