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8th Grade United States HistoryCourse Syllabus: United States History Syllabus
This course will focus on the historical era of the development of the United States including but not limited to its geography, notable individuals and events that helped create the cultural and historical diversity we share today. Students will recognize the value of diverse ethnic groups and the role of women portrayed in U.S. history. Throughout the year, students will connect the concepts they learn to their own personal lives and family history. In so doing, students will connect the past with the present and history will come alive!
7th Grade World HistoryCourse Syllabus: World History Syllabus In this class, students will study, discuss and explore the history, land and culture of the diverse people who have contributed to our world. Students will focus in on Europe, the Middle East, Africa, China, Japan, and the Americas during the Middle Ages. Students will conclude the year learning about the impact of the Renaissance on Italy and Northern Europe. Throughout the year, students will connect the concepts they learn to their own personal lives and family history. In so doing, students will connect the past with the present and history will come alive!
You can access the EBSCO Host and eLibrary databases available on campus from home. Follow the links under the Links section on my homepage. If you have not created a user name and password for either database, locate the sign-in section on each and register as a new user. This will allow you to save articles in a personal folder for viewing at a later time. On the EBSCO host website, choose the EBSCO Host Research Databases link and then follow the MAS Ultra link. This will allow you to create a proper MLA citation for your articles. You can also use these two databases for other subjects as well. Enjoy! |