Text: The American Journey by Goldfield et al Vol. I  

Course Description: This course is a survey of American History from pre-history through the Civil War era. Topics include the migrations to the Americas, the colonial and revolutionary periods, the development of the Republic, and the Civil War. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze significant political, socioeconomic, and cultural developments in early American history.           3 hours per week            Semester Hours Credit: 3
Prerequisites: Proficiency in reading or a grade of “C” or better in ENG 095 or RED 090

Course Objectives: Upon completing the course, students should be able to: 
1. Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of historical events and their impact on society 
2. Analyze the relationship between people, the changing environment, and their 
      interdependence 
3. Describe the cultural contacts and conflicts during the colonial period 
4. Demonstrate a knowledge of the effects of European settlement on the native population 
5. Experience history through literature, music, architecture, and painting 

Grading : (92 - 100) A   (68 - 75)D      WP is not computed in the grade point average 
Scale       (84 - 91)  B    (0 - 67)  F       WF computed as an F 
                (76 - 83)  C    I Incomplete     Excessive absences, computed as an F 

Course Requirements: Students are required to complete all assigned readings and to bring the required text to class. 

There will be no extra credit assignments. If you do not do well on the first test, you should begin studying earlier and perhaps improve your note taking.

Cheating Policy: Neither plagiarism nor cheating will be tolerated. If a student is caught cheating on a test or plagiarizing a paper, he or she will receive a grade of zero for the assignment. 

Be prepared to discuss assigned readings. Generally, the most interesting classes I have taken or have taught have been those in which students discussed and shared ideas. Feel free to speak your mind and ask questions when you are not clear about something; I'm not going to lower someone's grade just because his or her opinion is different from mine. However, during the course of our discussions, please remember that there is no need to insult, attack, or belittle anyone in class. If someone disagrees with you, try to explain your point of view. If you need to meet with me outside of class to discuss anything, please let me know. 

Students are expected to behave in a manner that is conducive to a teaching/learning environment. Students who engage in behavior that is disruptive to the teaching/learning environment will be subject to disciplinary sanctions. Behavior regarded as disruptive to the classroom includes, but is not limited to, the following: cell phones and beepers, verbal or physical abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, possession of controlled substances, possession of alcoholic beverages.

Accommodation of Special Needs Based on Disability
Any student who requests classroom accommodation because of a disability must present documentation to verify his or her disability. The documentation must be furnished to the Disabilities Service Coordinator. On a confidential basis, the student, disabilities services, and the instructor will determine the appropriate accommodations following documentation. These accommodations will be provided in a manner that is consistent with the objectives, outcomes, and academic standards of the course. Absences must not exceed class attendance policy.

Role of the student: Since you are taking this course, you should be self motivated and actively engaged in the learning process. I assume that one of your primary expectations of this course is to learn something about history. Learners study course materials at a time and place they choose. Learners need to be highly motivated to be successful. Think of this course as a way to develop skills that you may need to succeed in college. If you plan to transfer during your junior year, you will be expected to take responsibility for your own learning. You will need to know how to select important information from a lecture, how to take notes, how to study, and how to take tests.

Academic Honesty: Any behavior indicating dishonesty, unethical intent or action as specified by CFCC will result in an “F” for the course.  Please read the section on “Cheating” in the CFCC Catalog and Student Handbook.

Plagiarism is using as your own the words or ideas of another, whether written or oral.  When you use material from a source, you must quote or paraphrase accurately and properly cite the information.  Failure to do so is considered plagiarism.  Examples of plagiarism include word-for-word copying without correctly indicating that you are quoting, inaccurate quoting and paraphrasing, and incomplete or missing documentation.  Purchasing a paper or copying someone else’s work and submitting it as your own are also plagiarism.  Any misrepresentation of the source in your writing or speaking would constitute a form of plagiarism.

Contingency Plan:  If there is an emergency and the instructor or an appropriate substitute does not meet with the class, wait fifteen minutes.  Then, everyone in the class should sign a roll sheet and designate someone to take it to the Social & Behavioral Sciences Department Chair or Secretary in S-312.

*** The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Cape Fear Community College, to make changes, adjustments, additions, and deletions in course content, first-day handout, or instructional technique, without notice or obligations.