Author: Gustavsen, Josie

Mr. Schmitt

2018—2019

7th Grade Social Studies

Grades are based on:
Homework - every assignment is worth points!
Quizzes
Tests
Projects (group and independent)
If you have been absent from school you do need to make up the work/assignments you missed. The number of days you were absent from school is the number of days you have to make up your work.

The course begins with a study of prehistory and early humans and continues with the ancient civilizations of the Middle East. Students then trace the development of civilization through the cultural and historical contributions of the early empires of Egypt, Africa, Greece, Rome and Asia. The course focuses on the development of mapping and analytic skills, historical thinking, and increased cultural awareness.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Grading Policy
Homework - can be turned in ONE DAY LATE for half credit.
Extra Credit—only offered through: test and quiz bonus questions, and review games.
Final grades ending in .5 or higher will round up.
If you missed only the day of the test/quiz, you will be required to make it up the day you return.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

• Appreciation for the use of habitats to create society and culture
• Develop a chronological understanding of early history
• Understanding of how history impacts culture, government and society
• Awareness of the impact of technology upon society and culture
• Comprehension of the people and events that shaped history
• Explore the advances made in civilization over time
• Demonstrate the ability to read non-fiction text effectively
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively – higher thinking skills
• Writing for a variety of purposes – including note taking skills
• Conduct historical research that includes investigating a variety of primary and secondary sources and presenting their findings.

GRADING SCALE

MATERIALS

90%-100%	A
80%-89%	B
70%-79%	C
60%-69%	D
59% and below	E
Grades round up...
North Allegheny School District Standards

CLASS READINESS &
TECHNOLOGY ETIQUETTE

Textbook—class set, and online text / World History – Houghton Mifflin & Harcourt (2018)
Social Studies binder OR a section in your binder.
pencils (no pens)
Highlighters
iPad- WHEN / DESIGNATED ONLY! (See Technology Etiquette!)

Success in class will be determined by how ready and prepared you are every day.
When you have any of the following: absences, field trips, tardies/early dismissals - you are responsible for work that is missed! If you’re not sure what you missed, look at blackboard calendar, ask a classmate and come to my room to pick-up any handouts you may need.
northallegheny.blackboard.com—all homework notifications, and calendars will be updated here.
Tyler will be updated as assignments are graded.
iPads should ONLY be opened and in use when I designate the time to do so. Please do not enter the room and automatically open your iPad.

Student signature: ______________________ Parent/Guardian signature: _________________