HISTORY 2010-088
Dr. Schmitt - Fall 2006
I. Textbook
A. The textbook for this course is:
Roark, et.al., The American Promise
B. You are expected to know the material in the text.
C. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution
are also required reading.
II. Attendance
A. Attendance will be taken and recorded.
B. Good attendance is encouraged because it tends to improve
one's performance on tests.
C. You are responsible for all information discussed in class.
D. Students are expected to be on time and to conduct
themselves with decorum and courtesy in the classroom.
III. Advisement:
A. Office: 204 Rogers-Stout
B. Office Hours: MWF 9:10-12:30, and by appointment, 439-6698
e-mail: Schmittd@mail.etsu.edu
IV. Projects
A. Each student will be expected to complete two projects
during the semester. A list of acceptable projects and
details about requirements will be distributed in class.
B. Students may substitute projects of their own design if
prior approval is secured from the instructor.
V. Tests
A. Tests will be combinations of essay, multiple choice, and
identifications. Spelling and grammar at a college level
is expected.
B. The schedule of test dates and assigned reading will be
announced in class.
C. All make-ups will be given on the last day of the semester.
D. Unannounced quizzes may be given at any time.
VI. Grading Scale
A : 92.0-100 B-: 80.0-81.9 D+: 68.0-69.9
A-: 90.0-91.9 C+: 78.0-79.9 D : 60.0-67.0
B+: 88.0-89.9 C : 72.0-77.9 F : -59.9
B : 82.0-87.9 C-: 70.0-71.9
The final grade will be determined by using the formula:
Test scores - 50%
Projects - 35%
Class Participation - 15%
VII. If there is any student in this class who has need for
test-taking or notetaking accommodation, please feel free
to come and discuss this with me.