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AMH2010 Course Preview Page



Course Preview Page
Course Name: US History to 1877
Term/Session: Summer 2015 (session 2), Fall 2015 (session 1)      
Course Number: AMH 2010
Reference Number: 518194 (summer 2015), 524181 (fall 2015)

Faculty Introduction

Hello and welcome to Survey of early American History Online at Broward College! Like most of you, I started my academic career at a community college-then on to Florida Atlantic University for my Masters, and I’m now finishing my PhD in History at Clark University. My area of specialization is Twentieth Century American Diplomatic History. I am published in my field and currently I’m amassing my lengthy dissertation, which few will probably ever read. I love traveling to historic sites; from here in the U.S. (Gettysburg) to across the seas to Egypt (Abu Simbel). I look forward to discussing history, in all of its splendor, online! Hope to see you soon!

Faculty Contact Information

Instructor Name:
Michael Bocco
Office Phone:
954-201-7900
Campus Phone:
954-201-7900
Fax:
954-201-7937
Email:
mbocco@broward.edu

Course Description:

This course is a survey of American history from pre-Columbus to 1877 that provides a general history of the political, economic, cultural, and social development of American society. Special emphasis is placed upon the colonial period, the American Revolution, the rise of American Nationalism, the antebellum U.S., the U.S. Civil War, and the Reconstruction period. Students will also study the introductory concepts of history reading, writing, and methods. Students must earn a minimum grade of C to meet the requirements of the Gordon Rule.  Click BC Course Description for more details.

Course Outcomes:

At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
  1. Identify and employ the components of historical research and analysis.
  2. Produce clearly organized, thoroughly developed writing assignments, including but not limited to short answer response assignments, short essays, research assignments, or research papers, which express defensible conclusions based on historical analysis.
  3. Identify and evaluate the motivations, characteristics, and consequences of European settlement in America. Chapters 1 and 2
  4. Analyze the origins, progression, and outcome of the American Revolution. Chapters 3, 4, and 5
  5. Assess the creation of the U.S. government and the characteristics of the Early Republic. Chapters 5 and 6
  6. Identify and evaluate the political, economic, social, and cultural developments of the antebellum era, including the consequences of the Jacksonian Age, westward expansion, and social reform movements. Chapters 7-12
  7. Evaluate the events of the secession crisis, the course of the Civil War, and the Civil War’s impact on the American people. Chapters 14-15 
  8. Identify and evaluate the political, economic, and social developments of the Reconstruction era. Chapter 16

Course Prerequisites

To maximize your chances for success in this course, make sure that you meet the following course prerequisites:
  • Course Prerequisites and Co-requisites: “none”
Orientation to Online Learning
To be successful in an online course, you should assess your readiness to successfully engage in an online learning class at Broward College. You can complete theOrientation to Online Learning to determine if an online class is a right fit for you and to learn how to navigate the system.  Upon completion of the orientation, you will earn a certificate.  Some professors require you to submit this certificate during orientation, so make sure to save it in an easily accessible folder on your computer. 
Course Attendance and Participation Policy
During the first week of class, you must complete the Syllabus Quiz from the course orientation, or you will be withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will not satisfy your attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course, students who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are still responsible for paying for the course. If you do not complete the requirements of the first week of class, you should drop the course by the official drop/add deadline or expect to pay for the course.
It is very important for you to actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating in class discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior to the withdrawal date, you will be withdrawn from class and receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.

If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement.See the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page.
Required Course Materials
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Required Text:
Title: American Stories: A History of the United States, Vol. I
Author(s): Brands, Breen, et. Al.
Publisher, Edition: Pearson Publishing, 2015., 3rd
ISBN 13: 9780205960897

Books for online courses are available at the Central Campus bookstore
A. Hugh Adams Central Campus Bookstore
Admissions & Student Service Center - Bldg. 19
Tel: (954) 201-6830
Fax: (954) 201-6895
CourseSmart Link:
http://www.pearsonhighered.com/educator/product/American-Stories-A-History-of-the-United-States-Volume-1/9780205960897.page
Methods of Instruction
This is a 3-credit hour fully online course without proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in structured out-of-class and online activities. The online activities may include, but are not limited to, readings, discussions, essays, case studies, research, and/or online quizzes and tests. See the course schedule for a detailed description of activities. Students are responsible for regularly reviewing the course schedule and completing all required assignments.
General Policies and Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar with all BC Online policies and procedures related to your activity in this course.
Broward College Policies
  • Review the Broward College Policies on topics including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical event procedures.
BC Online Policies
  • Review the General Course Policies for topics including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other information.
Proctored Exam Policy
  • This course may have proctored exams that must be taken at a campus e-Testing Center or at an alternate pre-approved testing location. For detailed instructions please visit our Proctored Exam Policy page.
Technical Requirements
  • Students taking an online course are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to the Technical Requirements page for a complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.
How to Access the Course
Follow these steps in order to log into the BC Online course. Normally, the login date will be the first day of the session in which the course is scheduled. Only students who have registered and paid for the course will be permitted to login. There may be a delay of up to 20 minutes from when you register and pay before BC Online login is activated.
  • Your BC Online User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BC Online password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
  • If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BC Online.
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