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Tuesday, September 3, 2019


Grading criteria:  Global History                             2019 - 2020

Mr. Amico                                                 Richard.amico@rcsdk12.org

IATHS @ Franklin

A+ 95 – 100%                                           Keep this section for
A   90 – 94%                                             your records.
B+ 85 – 89%
B   80 – 84%
C+ 75 – 79%
C   70 – 74%
D   65 – 69%
F   64% and below.

·        Two Global projects are also required for course completion. It will involve research in areas of Global History that we will study. Details forthcoming.
·        Class work and homework must be completed consistently
·        Tests will count two times a regular grade.
·        Late class work and homework will be deducted one letter grade each day it is overdue.
·        Extra credit work is always welcome.
·        A notebook is required. It will be graded frequently.
·        The final NY State Global Regents’ exam will be in in June 2020.

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Global II Course Syllabus Amico

Global History and Geography II

Grade:          10th Grade

Credit:  One

Pre-Requisite:  Successful Completion of Global I

Course Description

Study of World History and Geography from the era of the absolute monarchs up to the present day.  All areas of the world will be studied at the same time during a particular time period.  There is an in-depth study of world cultures along with an emphasis on writing the development of concepts. 

Final Assessment

New York State Regents Exam in Global History
                                  
                                   Format:   Approx. 25 M/C Questions
                                                   Stimuli Based Questions
                                                   Enduring Issues Essay


Course Textbook


World History-  Patterns of Interaction
McDougal Littell
ISBN:  0-618-18774-X



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Plan For Success - Global II




Plan for Success: Mr. Amico                   Social Studies                      Room 343

Integrated Arts and Technology School @ Franklin
In order to be successful in Mr. Amico’s Social Studies class, I will:
1.    Be respectful to everyone in class on a daily basis.
2.    Be on time daily.
3.    Be prepared for class daily.
4.    Be polite daily.
5.    Complete all assignments daily to the best of my ability.
If these expectations are violated, consequences shall include:
1.    Phone call home/parent – teacher conference.
2.    Referral to the Administration.
I agree to these terms to be a successful student in Mr. Amico’s class.

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Mr. Amico