euh2001 syllabus spring 2021
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Instructor: Jennifer Rivera [email protected]
Office hours by appointment
Course Description: Modern Western Civilization. Prerequisite: Minimum grade of C in ENC1101 or
ENC1101H or IDH1110. Survey of modern western civilization, with emphasis on constitutionalism and absolutism,
Enlightenment, 18th century revolutions and Napoleonic era, industrialization and social unrest, unification of Italy
and Germany, world wars, the Cold War, and other topics. Gordon Rule course in which the student is required to
demonstrate college-level writing skills through multiple writing assignments. Minimum grade of C required
if EUH 2001 is used to satisfy Gordon Rule requirement.
Credits: 3 semester hours. Each credit hour generally corresponds to 3 hours of student
engagement per week (class or virtual engagement). Students expect to spend two to three times that outside of class on readings, lectures, studying, research, and assignments.
Delivery: Real Time Virtual
Required text: Cole, Joshua & Carol Symes. Western Civilizations, brief 5th edition Vol
2. ©2020. ISBN-13: 978-0393419023
Communication: The preferred way to contact me is through the Canvas
Inbox or email. You can expect a reply within 24 hours. Messages should consist
of your name, your class and/or class time, and a brief message. Questions such as
“What did we cover in class?” will not result in a response.
As a courtesy to your instructor, students are asked to check their email and
Canvas announcements frequently for class information. Students are also asked
to set notifications in Canvas to facilitate this communication.
Portrait of Louis XIV (1701) by Hyacinthe Rigaud. Royal portrait commissioned by Louis XIV as a gift for his grandson. This portrait came to represent Absolutism and influenced royal portraiture.
Western EUH 2001
2021
Paris Street, Rainy Day (1877) by French impressionist, Gustave Caillebotte.
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EUH2001 SYLLABUS SPRING 2021
IMPORTANT DATES 11 January Classes Begin
18 January MLK Day - No Classes
20-29 January No show reporting period
10 February Exam 1
8-14 March Spring Break - No classes
22 March Exam 2
26 March Last day to withdraw
9 April Research Paper Due
21 April Last Class
28 April Final Exam 10:00-11:30 am
COURSE OBJECTIVES: 1. Students will be able to recall the principal persons, places, and events from the chronological framework from this
course.
2. Students will be able to synthesize the thematic historical influences that
shaped the modern history of Western Civilization.
3. Students will be able to explain the impact of the individual, regardless of
societal rank, as participants in the making of history.
4. Students will be able to assess the role that diversity plays in the shaping of
the modern history of Western Civilization.
5. Students will be able to detect the lessons, patterns, or characteristics from
historical events to better understand present-day happenings.
6. Students will be able to interpret historical events by using appropriate
historical methods.
7. Students will be able to demonstrate college-level writing skills.
CORE COMPETENCIES The faculty of Valencia College has identified four core competencies that define the learning outcomes for a successful
Valencia graduate. These competencies are at the heart of the Valencia experience and provide the context for learning
and assessment at Valencia College. You will be given opportunities to develop and practice these competencies in this
class. The four competencies are:
• Think- think clearly, and creatively, analyze, synthesize, integrate and evaluate in the many domains of human
inquiry.
• Value- make reasoned judgments and responsible commitments.
• Communicate- communicate with different audiences using varied means.
• Act- act purposefully, effectively and responsibly
Composition II in Red, Blue, and
Yellow, Piet Mondrian, 1930
Destruction at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin (1945)
EUH2001 SYLLABUS SPRING 2021
EVALUATION PROCESS: EXAMS (30%): Two exams will be given this semester--a mid-term and a
final. Exams will consist of a combination of multiple-choice, short answers and essays. Exams will not be comprehensive. All tests must be taken on the date assigned (f2f) or during the exam window (online). All exams taken online will be timed and may require a browser lockdown. No makeup tests are available without the explicit consent of the instructor which will only be granted in case of documented, extreme emergency. The final exam must be taken on the date published for final exams.
RESEARCH PAPER (30%): A research paper will be completed during the course. More information about
this assignment is contained in the Research Paper Module in Canvas. 10% of the grade will be deducted for each day
late, up to three days. After three days, a zero will be recorded.
MODULE ASSIGNMENTS (40%): his category includes your
weekly assignments, quizzes, and discussions. NO late assignments will be accepted. Technical issues will not be considered an excuse for late assignments.
• Discussions: All initial posts are due on Wednesday and subsequent replies are due by Sunday.
• Assignments: Please see weekly modules for specific details. The module will close at the end of the week on Sunday. All assignments are due on or before their due dates.
*Tone: All writing, assignments and exams should be completed in a formal tone unless requested otherwise.
For more information about college-wide grade policies, please visit the Academic Policies and Procedures page in your catalog.
INCOMPLETE GRADE POLICY: As per college policy, incomplete grades (such as “WP”, “WF”, “I”, “X”, “H”, or “N”) will not be given. Students having difficulties meeting the course requirements can withdraw from the course by the withdrawal deadline. Students withdrawing from the course will receive a course grade of W. Further, students cannot withdraw themselves after the withdrawal deadline. Students who fail to withdraw before the deadline and are ineligible to continue in the class will receive an overall grade of an "F" for the course.
If a student is progressing satisfactorily and can prove a valid reason (such as serious illness requiring hospitalization) why the course cannot be completed during the term, an incomplete grade may be assigned. Students must provide proper documentation upon request. The student and instructor will work to complete the course in an appropriate and timely manner.
100-90% A
89-80% B
79-70% C
69-60% D
59-0% F
Le Journal Illustre, Edourd Manet, c1879
EUH2001 SYLLABUS SPRING 2021
EXPECTATIONS:
STUDENT HONOR CODE AND ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Each student is required to follow the university's Student Code of Conduct. All work submitted by students is expected
to be the result of the student’s thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment specifically states “group
project.”
All written work is run through SafeAssign, TurnItIn, or other plagiarism detecting software. Any instances of academic
dishonesty will result in a zero for the assignment with no opportunity to resubmit the assignment for a grade. A second
offense will result in an automatic grade of “F” in the class, regardless of your average otherwise. It does not matter
what portion of an assignment has been plagiarized or otherwise cheated on – ANY portion whatsoever will result in
the penalties specified in your syllabus.
You are responsible for understanding what constitutes plagiarism and cheating
and for asking BEFORE engaging in any questionable activity. If you are unsure
as to what constitutes plagiarism or cheating, please ask me for help before an
assignment is due. No warnings will be given. All instances are subject to
reporting to the dean and are subject to further disciplinary action from the
college in addition to actions taken by me in this course. Again, you will not
receive any warnings.
ATTENDANCE IN ONLINE CLASSES
Class attendance is required during the term, just as it would be for a face-to-face course—this course will just be held via video in Zoom. You will be required to be on camera during the duration of the class. During class, you should be in an appropriate setting with reduced distractions for you and your classmates. Should you have concerns with this requirement, please contact me immediately.
If you are absent from the course, you will not be allowed to make up work for
the week unless prior arrangements have been made. In the case of an
emergency, you will be expected to provide documentation.
It is your responsibility to withdraw from the class before the posted deadline. I will not withdraw students from the course for attendance violations unless it is during the "no show" period. If you fail to attend class (virtually or otherwise), you will receive the final grade that is earned according to the course point totals.
NETIQUETTE It is the expectation that students act respectfully manner at all times. It is important to be aware of your behavior in an
online learning environment to ensure positive interactions with your instructor and peers. Written
communication has the advantage of time and reflection. However, written communication lacks the
verbal and non-verbal cues that are inherent in face-to-face interactions. Body language, intonation,
facial expressions, and gestures cannot be communicated when interacting in a virtual setting. Be aware
of the possibility of miscommunication and compose your comments in a positive, supportive, and
constructive manner.
The Valencia’s guidelines for behavior will be used as a guideline for dealing with students acting in a
manner that violates the Student Code of Conduct at Campus Information Services. Disciplinary action
may include withdrawing a student from class or initiating a disciplinary warning, probation,
suspension, expulsion, or other appropriate and authorized actions.
Bee from Napoleon’s
coronation robes, 1804
Eighteenth-century French political
cartoon portraying the imperial race for
control of China
EUH2001 SYLLABUS SPRING 2021
Academic Accommodations: Please see me at the beginning of the semester if you require any accommodations (seating, academic, etc.). Students
must register with the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) and provide the instructor with a Notification to
Instructor (NTI) form. Students are responsible for making arranging testing accommodations with their professor
and/or OSD at least one week before the test date. If you need accommodations because of a disability, have emergency
medical information, or need special arrangements, please inform the instructor immediately.
Student Resources Valencia College offers free Learning Support Resources and Services. along with Learning
Support Centers for academic assistance on every Valencia campus. Each Valencia campus also
has a Campus Writing Center to help students at any stage of the writing/learning process.
Services include:
LIBRARY At each campus library, librarians and other qualified staff can assist students with searching and
finding items and information, citations, and technologies. The library provides a variety of
books, eBooks, online articles, textbooks, DVDs and streaming videos to support course-related
research and other learning needs. Learn about how to access and use these resources and view
the Library website for more information.
SMARTHINKING Valencia students have free access to 8 hours of online academic support that is available 24/7 through your Atlas
account. You can get live online tutoring, as well as receive feedback on your essays and research papers, among other
support services. For more information, view the Learning Support website.
DISCLAIMER Any changes to the syllabus will be announced, if necessary, during the semester. The course outline and syllabus are subject to change as needed;
changes will be announced in Canvas announcements and email, in a timely manner, when necessary. Your continued participation in this course
after the drop-add deadline period constitutes an agreement with and an acceptance of the conditions presented in this syllabus.
The Mechanical Head (The Spirit of our
Time), Raoul Hausmann, c.1920