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NORTH LAKE COLLEGE

5001 N. MacArthur Blvd.
Irving, Texas 75038-3899
DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

COURSE SYLLABUS
U.S. History 1301
Fall 2016 Semester

Liberal Arts Division Office: A-310

Phone: (972) 273-3480
Call the office for hours of operation.
This course syllabus is intended as a set of guidelines for (Course). Both North Lake College and your
instructor reserve the right to make modifications in content, schedule, and requirements as
necessary to promote the best education possible within prevailing conditions affecting this course.

Instructor Information:
Randall Winter
rwinter@irvingisd.net
Phone: 972-600-6300
Office: Room 527 Irving High School
Office Hours: (Irving High School) Tue-Thurs 7:30am-8:30am, 4:30pm5:30pm (unless otherwise notified)
Course Information
Course title: U.S. History 1301
Course number: 1301
Section number:
Credit hours: 3
Class meeting time: 5th Period
Course description: This course surveys United States history from the founding of the
American provinces to the end of Reconstruction.
Course prerequisites: One of the following must be met: (1) Developmental Reading
0093 AND Developmental Writing 0093; (2) English as a Second Language (ESOL)
0044 AND 0054; or (3) have met Texas Success Initiative (TSI) in Reading and Writing
standards or DCCCD Writing score prerequisite requirement.

Required or Recommended Textbooks and Materials

Davidson, James. W; DeLay, Brian; Heyrman, Christine L.; Lytle, Mark H., Stoff,
Michael B. Experience History: Interpreting Americas Past, Vol. 1 (REQUIRED)
ISBN: 97800775404724
Scott,RebeccaJ.andHebrand,JeanM.FreedomPapers:AnAtlanticOdysseyin
theageofEmancipation(REQUIRED)ISBN:978067404774

Course Objectives
PURPOSE:
History 1301 studies the broader questions and trends in American History. Our chosen
theme is the interplay between liberty, equality, and power. We will learn certain
historical facts, but understanding theory also enhances our ability to analyze both the
consensus and the struggle that has marked our history.

METHODSOFPRESENTATION:

This is primarily a lecture course, but students are encouraged to participate in

discussions over historical issues and topics. We will not only have our usual lectures, but
will incorporate scholarly articles, films, documentaries, personal narratives, literature,
photographs, maps, and other mediums to accurately capture the American experience in
the United States as well. This history course meets the Skills for Learning criteria of the
Dallas Community College District. American history is a story of change created by the
interaction of historical forces and individuals that can help you realize your potential in a
world where change is occurring at an increasing rate. The study of history can help you
develop critical reasoning abilities, which include a healthy skepticism for established
ideas, as well as reading and listening skills to analyze the options that will be presented
to you in every facet of your personal and professional life. Out of this process will come
self confidence, increased curiosity, and enhanced creativity. You will review the shaping
of the American system of work (changing values, institutions, patterns of work) by
cultural factors. Along with the study of the developing American economic system, you
can become a more effective producer and a competent consumer.

Specific Course Learning Outcomes

1) Assess the impact of the contact and the interchange between the New and Old Worlds.
2) Trace the patterns of settlement and the social, political, and economic developments
in colonial North America.
3) Analyze the factors leading to the American Revolution. Describe the events of the
Revolution and its impact upon the people who lived through it.
4) Trace the social, political, and economic developments during the Federalist and early
Republican periods, 1787-1820.
5) Trace the social, political, and economic developments of the Age of Jackson, 18201840. Account for Jacksons popularity and explain how he symbolizes the
democratization of American politics.
6) Account for Americas westward surge during the 1840s and assess the impact of
western expansion.
7) Account for the growing sectionalism in the nation. Explain the outbreak of the Civil
War 1861- 1865, and trace the major military, political, economic, and social
developments of the war. Trace the course of Reconstruction and its impact on AfricanAmericans.

Means of Assessment of Course Learning Outcomes

This course will be assessed using Irving ISD Board Approved Grading Policy in
conjunction with DCCCD Grading Procedures. 60% of your grade will come from major
assignments such as tests, projects, and written assignments, while 40% of your grade
will come from minor assignments such as quizzes, analysis of documents, and class
discussion.

Evaluation Procedures
Weekly reading quizzes over each chapter will be taken each Friday with the exception
being the week of a Cumulative Unit Test. Unit Tests will consist of 15-20 Multiple
Choice Questions and an Essay Question. One Book review will be competed to assess
students ability to read and analyze a work of historical significance and finally, students
will be required to write a 4-7 page research paper using both primary and secondary
source materials, this will analyze their use of primary and secondary materials to defend
an argument.

Exams and Assignments

Chapter Quizzes, Homework, Participation (40%)
Unit Tests, Book Review, Research Paper (60%)

Grading Scale
A: 90-100
B: 80-89
C: 70-79
D: 60-69
F: 0-59

Discipline/ Course/ Department/Policies

Assignments are due on the date given to you by the instructor. No late work will be
taken on a minor grade with the exception of absence or specific permission from the
instructor. Major grades may be reassessed if student scores less than 70% and
reassessment must be arranged for the following week.

REQUIREDCLASSROOMETIQUETTE:
Adult behavior in our class is expected, required, and appreciated. Any disruptive form of
behavior may result in expulsion from the course and/or suspension from the college.
Electronic devices such as head phones, smart phones and tablets are a significant
distraction and must be placed on silent mode or turned off before class. Do not answer
phones, email, listen to music, or text during class. If you are expecting an emergency
phone call, you must make arrangements with the instructor prior to class. Those using a
cell phone must leave the classroom for the rest of class. Students who repeatedly violate
this policy will be dropped from the class.

INSTITUTIONAL POLICIES
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
The Student Code of Conduct prohibits academic dishonesty and prescribes penalties for
violations. According to this code, which is printed in the college catalog, "academic
dishonesty", includes (but is not limited to) cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic
dishonesty, plagiarism, and collusion".
Academic dishonesty may result in the following sanctions, including, but not limited to:
1. A grade of zero or a lowered grade on the assignment or course.

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2. A reprimand.
3. Suspension from the college.

NOTIFICATION OF ABSENCE DUE TO RELIGIOUS HOLY DAY(S)

Students who will be absent from class for the observance of a religious holiday must
notify the instructor in advance. Please refer to the Student Obligations section of the
college catalog for more explanation. You are required to complete any assignments or
take any examinations missed as a result of the absence within the time frame specified
by your instructor.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
North Lake College provides academic accommodations to students with
disabilities, as defined under ADA law. It is the student's choice and responsibility to
initiate any request for accommodations. If you are a student with a disability who
requires such ADA accommodations, please contact North Lake College's Disability
Services Office in person (A430) or by phone at 972-273-3165.
http://www.northlakecollege.edu/resources/disability.html
DROP POLICY
If you are unable to complete this course, you must officially withdraw by (Day of the
week), (Month/Date/Year). Withdrawing is a formal procedure which you must initiate;
your instructor cannot do it for you.
All Dallas County Community Colleges charge a higher tuition rate to students
registering the third time for a course. This rule applies to the majority of credit and
Continuing Education / Workforce Training courses. Developmental Studies and some
other courses are not charged a higher tuition rate. Third attempts include courses taken
at any DCCCD college since the fall 2002 semester. For further information, go online
to: http://www.DCCCD.edu/thirdcourseattempt.
FINANCIAL AID STATEMENT
Students who are receiving any form of financial aid should check with the Financial Aid
Office prior to withdrawing from classes. Withdrawals may affect your eligibility to
receive further aid and could cause you to be in a position of repayment for the current
semester. Students who fail to attend or participate are also subject to this policy.
To apply for financial aid in the DCCCD, students must complete FAFSA (Free
Application for Federal Student Aid) on the web at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov .
COUNSELING SERVICES
Counseling services for personal issues are provided to all students currently enrolled at
North Lake College. These services are provided by licensed professionals who are
bound by confidentiality (within ethical parameters) at no charge. With the assistance of a

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counselor, students are able to identify, understand, resolve issues and develop
appropriate skills. To make an appointment call 972-273-3333 or visit A 430.
STOP BEFORE YOU DROP
If you enrolled in college-level courses for the first time in the fall of 2007, the
Texas Education Code 51.907 allows you to drop no more than six courses during your
entire undergraduate career unless the drop qualifies as an exception. The
Counseling/Advising Center will give you more information about allowable exceptions.
Once you have accumulated six non-exempt drops, you cannot drop any other courses
with a W. Therefore, you need to exercise caution when dropping courses in any Texas
public institution of higher learning, including all seven of the Dallas County Community
Colleges. More information is available at
http://www.northlakecollege.edu/admissions/drop.html or
https://www1.dcccd.edu/catalog/ss/oep/dw.cfm.
THE ACADEMIC SKILLS CENTER (ASC)
The ASC is designed to provide assistance to students in the following areas:

Labs for students enrolled in foreign language, Developmental Reading, and ESOL
courses. One-on-one tutoring is available.

The Writing Center can help students clarify writing tasks, understand instructors
requirements, develop and organize papers, explore revision options, detect grammar
and punctuation errors, and properly use and document sources. Rather than merely
editing or "fixing" papers, tutors focus on helping students develop and improve their
writing skills.

The Online Writing Lab (OWL) allows students to submit papers to our writing tutors
electronically and get feedback within 24-72 hours. The OWL can be accessed
through eCampus. After logging on to eCampus, click on the Community Tab at the
top. Type Owl in the search field and click Go. Next, click on the double dropdown arrows next to NLC-OWL2, and then click on Enroll. Once enrolled,
students can receive services from the OWL.

For more information or to schedule a tutoring appointment, come by A-332 or call 972273-3089.

STUDENTLEARNINGOUTCOMES:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:1. Create an argument through
the use of historical evidence2. Analyze and interpret primary and secondary sources3.
Analyze the effects of historical, social, political, economic, cultural, and global forces on
this period of American history.

DCCCDCORECURRICULUMOBJECTIVES:

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Critical Thinking Skills - to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and

analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information
Communication - to include effective written, oral, and visual communication
Social Responsibility - to include intercultural competency, civic knowledge,
and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global
communities
Personal Responsibility - to include the ability to connect choices, actions and
consequences to ethical decision-making

LEARNINGACTIVITIES,OUTCOMES,ANDASSESSMENT
FIRSTLEARNINGACTIVITY:
EssayQuestionforFinalExam

LEARNINGACTIVITY:

Using technology appropriate for this timed assignment, student completers at the U.S.
History 1301 course level will demonstrate academic integrity, and write an essay in
which they demonstrate knowledge and understanding of some aspect of how the federal
government evolved. They will state a position, draw conclusions, use evidence, and they
will be expected to separate opinions from arguments. This may be oriented to issues
related to the advancement of a sustainable society.

LEARNINGOUTCOMES:

Students will express their understanding of different points of view and multiple
perspectives on the role of the federal government.
Students will identify the major policy makers and explain the choices they made within
the context of the options available to them.
Students will weigh the wisdom and significance of decisions, policies, and patterns of
social and economic behavior.
Students will identify the salient cultural factors and the political, military, and economic
interests behind the evolvement of the federal government and argue in favor of the
primacy of one over the other.
Students will assess the long-term implications of the role of the federal government.

ASSESSMENT:

In grading essays, I will expect students to:

1. Demonstrate a command of factual information2. Make relevant connections3. Build a
persuasive argument about historical causation and change4. Support statements of
historical change with direct evidence that strengthens a point of view 5. Write with

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effective organization

SECONDLEARNINGACTIVITY:EssayQuestionforUnitTwoExam
LEARNINGACTIVITY:
Students are expected to read the required reading assignments for class, process and
analyze what they have read, and answer the test questions. Using technology appropriate
for this timed assignment, student completers at the U.S. History 1301 course level will
demonstrate academic integrity, review material as part of a team for their participation
grade, and write an essay on race, ethnicity and gender in U.S. society. Student
completers will demonstrate their reading comprehension, critical thinking, and writing
skills.

LEARNINGOUTCOMES:

Students will express their understanding of the reading and different points of view and
multiple perspectives on labor, social, economic and environmental issues.
Students will identify the major role players and explain the choices they made within the
context of the options available to them.
Students will weigh the wisdom and significance of decisions, policies, and patterns of
social and economic behavior.
Students will compare and contrast the salient cultural factors and the racial, economic,
and political concerns and argue in favor of the primacy of one over the other.
Students will assess the long-term implications of the causations and consequences of
class, social, environmental and political struggles.

TENTATIVESCHEDULEOFASSIGNMENTSANDREADINGS
Week 1- Chapter 1 The First Civilizations of North America
Week 2- Chapter 2 Old Worlds, New Worlds (1400-1600)
Week 3- Colonization and Conflict in the South 1600-1750 (Unit Test)
Week 4- Colonization and Conflict in the North 1600-1700
Week 5- The Mosaic of Eighteenth-Century America 1689-1768
(Essay Test)
Week 6- Imperial Triumph, Imperial Crisis 1754-1776
Week 7- The American People and the American Revolution
Week 8- Crisis and Constitution 1776-1789
Week 9- The Early Republic (Unit Test)
Week 10-The Opening of America
Week 11- The Rise of Democracy 1824-1840 (Unit Test)
Week 12- Afire with Faith 1820-1850
Week 13- The Old South 1820-1860
Week 14-Western Expansion and the Rise of the Slavery Issue 18201850
Week 15- The Union Broken 1850-1861 (Book Review Due)
Week 16- Total War and the Republic 1861-1865

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Week 17- Reconstructing the Union 1865-1877 (Essay Test)
Week 18- Final Exam