HIST122

Dr. Richard R. Heiser

HIST 122 -- THE MODERN WORLD

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

To study the formation of world civilizations, their advancement and expansion, their contact with other civilizations, their major historical events and cultural achievements, and their times of trouble and decline.
To understand the roots and development of such western values and traditions as democracy and human rights.
To strengthen students’ learning and critical thinking skills.

READINGS:

Primary Text:

Craig A. Lockard, Societies, Networks, and Transitions: A Global History.. Vol. 2.

George Washington crossing the Delaware at the Battle of Trenton

COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Your grade in this course will be based on the following points.

Do you see the one who excels in their work? That one will stand before rulers.

~ Solomon

1. Section Tests: Three tests, including the final exam, will be administered during the term. Each test counts 33% toward your final grade. Test dates are listed below.

The chapters of the text on which students will be tested are as follows: Test #1 (pp. 573-577, chaps. 16, 17), Test #2 (pp. 615-625, 672-683, 699-713, chap. 21), Final Exam (pp. 765-781, 850-864, 919-932, chap. 30).

2. Quizzes: Unannounced quizzes will be given prior to each test. Questions will be drawn from your lecture notes. It is prudent for students to review their notes regularly and thoroughly so as to be prepared for the quizzes. The points scored on the quizzes will be added to your exam grade as bonus points to a maximum of ten. Quizzes cannot be made up.

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4. Click here for lecture outlines.

COURSE POLICIES: Here you will find the attendance policy, make-up exam policy, office hours, etc.

GENERAL COURSE OUTLINE:

I. c. 1500-1700

A. The Age of Absolutism
B. East Asia and the Islamic Empires
C. Europeans in Africa and the Americas

II. c. 1700-1900

A. Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment
B. American Revolutions and the French Revolution and Napoleon

C. Industrialization
D. Nationalism and Imperialism

III. World War Era

A. World War I and Depression
B. Russian Revolution
C. World War II

IV. Since World War II

A. The Cold War
B. East Asia and Communism
C. Independence for Africa and South Asia

BIBLIOGRAPHY

Additional reading in areas or aspects of history that interest you is an excellent way to expand your knowledge. At the end of each chapter of the main text are suggested reading lists that I would recommend. Should you desire more books and articles on a particular topic than listed there, see me and visit the library.

DATES TO REMEMBER:

3 June - Classes begin
5 June - Last day to change course schedule
12 June - Test #1
16 June - Last day to withdraw from class
23 June - Test #2
3 July - Final Exam, 2:00 p.m.

PURSUE EXCELLENCE!

Excellence is Sorriness Leaving Your Life!

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