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6th Grade World

History: Ancient
Civilizations to the
1500s - 2016-2017
Tim Donaldson
(843) 784-

tim.donaldson@rloacs.org

Conference Times:0 *
9:00am

8:05am

What is World History?

World History is a social studies class that combines world history and
geography. We are going to look not only at the places and the events that have
shaped our human heritage, but at major themes like war, disease, empires,
religious conflict and population issues that shaped our world by the 1500s. The
trading, letter writing, and old forms of communication are key elements that once
made our globe a very big place. It only makes sense that we know a little bit about
each part of the world because life was very different than it is today.
In 6 Grade World History, we will look at the history and socialization of the
world from the Ancient Civilizations to the 1500s. In addition to our content work,
we are also going to look at the world and its geography like how the continents of
the world compare and contrast physically and culturally. I am very excited about
this year and we will work very hard together. We have very much to learn!
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Grades
Authentic Assessment 40% - Tests need little explanation. Tests in this class will
vary in format from multiple choice and matching to short essays and map
identification. The best way to prepare for these exams is very simple: do your
assignments, take notes in class and study at home. You will never find material on
my tests that we did not cover in class! Throughout the semester, you will be given
out-of-class project assignments which will count as major grades for the quarter in
which they are assigned. Authentic Assessments will include:

Major Tests
3D Projects
Essays

Classwork & Notes Quizzes 30%

All classwork should be completed. Quizzes will be given to check for
understanding and to ensure that you understand what I give you within your notes.
Classwork includes the following:
Daily Journals
Mini Projects
Webquests
Exit Slips

Enrichment and Acceleration 20%

Enrichment activities will include the following:
USA Test Prep Activities
Practice Worksheets
Graphic Organizers
Participation 10%
Participation is important since it reinforces what is taught in the classroom. This
includes:
Copied Notes
Copied Objectives
Board Work
Group Support

South Carolina Grading Scale:

100 93
92 85
84 77
76 70
69 0

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Is there a PASS Test?

Yes, there is a PASS Test at the end of the year. It includes over 60 multiple choice
questions based on everything you have learned throughout the year. We will be
using the PASS Coach book for reviewing key information that covers the Ancient
and Medieval times of World History.

Is there a final?
Yes. 6 Grade World History is a core course; therefore all students must adequately
meet 80% of the state aligned district standards and take a school mandated end of
course exit exam. The exam will count for 20% of your final grade. Deep review and
preparation will be made to ensure that all students perform well on this exam. The
exam will be an end of the year 3D model project.
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Cheating
There is zero tolerance for cheating. Cheating is defined as copying another
students work and presenting it as ones own either in my presence, such as on a
test, or out of class, such as copying a paper. It is also defined as plagiarism, which
is copying a copyrighted source and presenting it as ones own original work. Any
instance where a student is caught cheating will result in zero credit for the test,
assignment, paper, etc., and immediate notification of a parent/guardian.
All objectives are in accordance with the South Carolina Department of Education,
and the 7 Grade Social Studies Standards for Learning.
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Absences

It is your responsibility to get and complete make-up work within the time
permitted.
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to get the notes from a classmate or me.
Unit review days are a privilege. You are not excused from a test if you miss
the review day.
If you are absent from a test, you will be responsible for scheduling a time
with me to make it up. The sooner the betterthe longer you wait, the more
time you have to forget!

Supplies

Textbook
PASS Coach Workbook
Notebook & Paper
Pens & Pencils
Good Attitude

Additional Assistance
Tutoring is available after school as needed. Please make an appointment with the
teacher.

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