Churchill-Haines Labs, Room 101
9:30-10:45 TTh
Mr Lehmann Office Hours: 11-12 TTh OBA East Hall 210, 677-5573, clehmann@usd.edu [http://www.usd.edu/~clehmann] |
Ms Shermock Office hours: MW 12-2 East Hall 215, 677-5599, Rachel.Shermock@usd.edu |
Catalog description: SURVEYS THE DEVELOPMENT OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION FROM THE REFORMATION ERA TO THE PRESENT. No prerequisites; no unusual technology skills required.
This is the second of a two-part survey of Western Civilization and introduces students to some of the leading figures, ideas, and events of the modern world. It also exposes students to the concerns and methods of historical inquiry through lectures, analysis and discussion of selected texts, and writing of short papers. The goal of this course is for the student not only to acquire historical information but also to learn through example (lectures, textbook) and practice (discussions, essay examinations, papers) a historical/critical method of thought and expression.
Students must read all assignments, attend every lecture, take notes, participate in discussions, and secure this syllabus and all handouts--which contain chronological and geographical background to the lectures and readings--from the instructor's web page. In addition, each student writes five mini-themes of one to two pages. Students who expect to miss more than three meetings should see the instructor within the first week. A set of study questions, also available on-line, will assist the student preparing for examinations. Finally, each student must maintain a portfolio containing all written work. The portfolio will be a simple green two-pocket folder containing the minithemes and exams as they are complete.
There will be a midterm exam covering parts seven and eight of the course; another covering parts nine and ten, and a final exam, covering part eleven. Exams consist of one long and a choice of two out of three short essay questions; the final exam includes a comprehensive essay question. Each student will write a mini-theme on a choice of suggested topics for each reading, due on the assigned date during discussion of the topics. The first and second midterms count 50 points each, the final 75, and the mini-themes 100 points (20 points each), for a total of 275 possible points.
275-248 |
A |
247-220 |
B |
219-193 |
C |
192-165 |
D |
164- |
F |
Students who wish to arrange another method of evaluation should see the instructor within the first two weeks. For what not to do, consult the Top 10 Ways to Lower Your Grade in Humanities. Success in this course will require eight to ten hours of work each week.
See the end of the syllabus for additional information concerning cheating, ADA policy, and outcomes of learning.
Kate L Turabian. A Manual for Writers. 7th ed. Chicago: Univ of Chicago Press, 2007. 0226823377
Each mini-theme should be between 250 and 500 words long (one to two machine-printed pages). It can earn up to 20 points as follows: 10 points for content (clarity of argument, familiarity with the work), 5 points for style (grammar, spelling, use of words), and 5 points for care in presentation. The instructors will return essays with special problems for rewriting. Try to work a week in advance; your instructors will gladly evaluate and mark up your first clean draft and return it to you for rewriting in time for the final submission.
Unless you make special arrangements in advance or have a medical or family emergency, you must participate in the discussion in order to receive credit for a given paper. Submit the paper inside your green binder. Keep all of your graded papers in this binder at least until you receive your final grade for this course. Your instructor will want to see that your writing improves from paper to paper. You may also need it later in your college career as you assemble a portfolio of your academic work.
As you read the assignments keep all the suggested topics in mind, and take notes. Then pick one topic and answer it carefully and concisely. Feel free to consult with fellow students and with your instructor as you prepare the assignments, but the result must be entirely your own. Be particularly careful to avoid plagiarism; you must give references for every idea or quotation you borrow as you construct your argument. See Turabian, Manual for Writers, for the proper way to indicate references. At the head of your paper write the title and your name and staple your sheets together. You do not need a bibliographic citation unless you use an edition other than that specified in the book list.
A. Voltaire, Candide
B. Goethe, Italian Journey, 21-222.
C. Kinglake, Eothen
D. Fermor, Time of Gifts
E. V S Naipaul, A Way in the World
Click here for chronology sheet.
12 Jan | Introduction to the Modern World |
17 Jan |
Introduction and Chronology (bring chronology sheet) |
19 Jan |
Absolutism in France and Germany |
24 Jan |
The English Exception |
26 Jan |
The Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment |
31 Jan |
Introduction and Chronology
(bring
chronology sheet) |
2 Feb |
The French Revolution and Its Consequences |
7 Feb |
Discussion: Goethe Italian Journey |
9 Feb |
The Industrial Revolution and Its Consequences |
14 Feb |
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16 Feb |
First Midterm Examination |
21 Feb |
Introduction and Chronology (bring chronology sheet) |
23 Feb |
Liberalism and Nationalism |
28 Feb |
Socialism and Democracy |
1 Mar |
New Directions in Thought and Science |
13 Mar |
Discussion: Kinglake, Eothen |
15 Mar |
Introduction and Chronology (bring chronology sheet) |
20 Mar | Bismarck's Germany |
22 Mar |
World War I |
27 Mar |
The Russian Revolution; Slides: Modern Art |
29 Mar |
Second Midterm Examination |
3 Apr |
Introduction and Chronology (bring chronology sheet) |
5 Apr |
Totalitarianism Discussion: Fermor, Time of Gifts |
10 Apr |
World War II |
12 Apr |
Postwar Tensions: The Cold War |
17 Apr |
The Third World |
19 Apr |
No Class: Student History Conference |
24 Apr | Disc: Naipaul, A Way in the World |
26 Apr |
Slides: Postmodern Art and Architecture |
4 May 7:30-9:30 am: Final Examination
Statement of Compliance with the ADA:
Any student who feels s/he may need academic accommodations or access accommodations based on the impact of a documented disability should contact and register with Disability Services during the first week of class. Disability Services is the official office to assist students through the process of disability verification and coordination of appropriate and reasonable accommodations. Students currently registered with Disability Services must obtain a new accommodation memo each semester. For information contact: Ernetta L. Fox, Director Disability Services Room 119 Service Center (605) 677-6389 www.usd.edu/ds; dservices@usd.edu.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
CHEATING/PLAGIARISM POLICY
Because the entire educational process rests upon an atmosphere of academic honesty and trust, the College community must promote and protect the sanctity of such an environment at the University. To that end, the College of Arts and Sciences considers the following infractions as being inimical to the objectives of higher education:
Cheating is defined as intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in any academic exercise. (Student Conduct Code)
Plagiarism is defined as intentionally or knowingly representing the words or ideas of another as one's own in any academic exercise. (Student Conduct Code)
At the discretion of the instructor, a student caught cheating or plagiarizing may be:
a. Given a zero for that assignment.
b. Allowed to rewrite and resubmit the assignment for credit.
c. Assigned a reduced grade for the course.
d. Dropped from the course.
e. Failed in the course
This class fulfills the following Goals of the South Dakota System General Education Requirements:
GOAL #4: Students will understand the diversity and complexity of the human experience through study of the arts and humanities
Student Learning Outcomes: As a result of taking courses meeting this goal, students will:
In addition, as a result of taking courses meeting this goal, students will be able to do at least one of the following:
Each course meeting this goal includes the following student learning outcomes: Required: #1, #2 At least one of the following: #3, #4, #5, or #6 (Credit Hours: 6 hours (in 2 disciplines or a sequence of foreign language courses))