Required Text:
Robert A. Divine, et al., America Past and Present, Vol. 1, 5th edition (Addison
Wesley Educational Publishers, 1999).
Instructor:
Anthony A. Ball, (203) 332-5170, Office A-211. Send e-mail to TonyBall96@aol.com or click the envelope icon to the
left.
Class Meetings:
Mondays through Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Room A-228.
Office Hours:
Mondays and Thursdays, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., or by appointment.
Catalogue Course
Description:
Covers the
political, economic, and social development of the United States through 1865. From the
earliest settlement and exploration through the Civil War, this course examines topics
such as the colonial contribution to American democracy, the struggle for independence,
formation of a national government, the Age of Jackson, westward expansion and the
controversy over slavery.
Parallel/Prerequisite
(Not applicable for Winter Session):
English 101
Course Requirements:
35% Three tests (12/29, 1/5 and
1/12). Each
test will consist of multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short essay questions. Click the Textbook
Resources Icon to go to practice questions. Because of the
limited time frame we have for Winter Session courses, there will be
no opportunity, absent significant and documented emergency,
for makeup examinations.
35% A 5-7 page paper, to be assigned on
12/26 and due on 1/12. Each paper will utilize primary sources to examine a problem
or issue in American history. Click the Assignments Icon for more
information.
30% Class Attendance and Participation. This
grade is based on three factors: (1) actual attendance; (2) demonstrated preparedness; (3)
meaningful contributions to class discussions.
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