Cincinnati History Syllabus
Course Overview: Cincinnati History will cover the cultural, social, economic, physical and political history of the city from pre-historic times to current day. We will incorporate current events, videos, field trips and a multitude of other instructional methods to cover the history of Cincinnati. Students will be required to complete a research project at the end of the semester. Books: Cincinnati: From River City to Highway Metropolis by David Stradling and other related resources Rules: 1. Respect one another 2. Do the Right Thing Consequences: 1. Warning: Verbal 2. Detention 3. Conference with parents 4. Other measures: Blue Slip 5. Anything Major will result in an automatic Blue Slip Assessment:
Tests= 25% (4 per quarter) Homework= 25% (8+ per quarter) Quizzes= 10% (2-3 per quarter) Classwork= 25% (8 per quarter) Participation= 15% (All combined) **Final exam at the end of the Semester/Research Presentation at the end of the Semester
Homework:
All turned in via the Drop Box Late policy: Not in Drop box or late in the Drop Box but emailed before class is out= 8/10 Emailed after class ends/next day: 5/10 Not turned in= 0/10
Class Format: 90 Minute Class