Sr. Teenworks U.S. History

2012-2013 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 9-12 only
1 Social Science Credit
Tuesday

Course Tutor:
Leonard Mailand
lmailand@mac.com

Course Description:
We will approach our study of U. S. History form a providential point of view. In doing so we will focus on the key ideas/worldview presuppositions and their influence on the development of life and thought in America.  We will look at the key actors (individuals and groups) and events in our nation’s history. As our nation has not developed in a vacuum, we will also consider international events which have impinged upon us.

The scope of our study will take us from the European historical context for exploration and colonization to the present.  We will use documentary readings as well as the textbook to assist us in gaining a greater understanding of the periods we are studying.

While the study of history is more than names, dates, and events, the student who will benefit most from his studies will acquire knowledge of the grammar of history, specifically the basic facts of information that enable him to efficiently and intelligently enter into ongoing conversation with his classmates and tutor.

Evaluation will be based upon class participation, charting of key events, writing assignments, quizzes, and exams.

Course Prerequisites:
Must be in 9th-12th grade

Required Texts:

The American Pageant

Authors: David M. Kennedy, Lizabeth Cohen, Thomas A. Bailey

Publisher:  14th & 15th Editions -Wadsworth-Nelson; 13th Edition-Houghton Mifflin

The student may use the 13th, 14th, or 15th editions – ISBNs listed below. Please acquire the comprehensive volume that includes the Discovery Period to the Present.  I
recommend searching for a used copy.  I have found Bookfinder.com to be a good starting place.

15th Edition ISBN: 1111349533

14th Edition ISBN: 0-547-16654-0

13th Edition  ISBN: 0-618-47927-9

Please budget $30.00 for additional textual materials.

Supplies:

2″ 3-ring binder

Set of 8-tab dividers

Lined paper

Supply of Blue/Black Ink Pens for Daily Work

1 Red Ink Pen