PHILLIPS COMMUNITY
COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
HISTORY
OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION I HY
113: S.D. KEOUGH, PH.D.
COURSE
DESCRIPTION: An introduction western civilization from its beginnings in Greece
and Rome through the rise of Christian Europe, to 1600.
The course emphasizes interaction with the wider world, including North
Africa and the Western Hemisphere.
COURSE
OBJECTIVES:
1. To know and understand the cause of events and how those events
are related to the past and indicate the future.
2.
To know the sequence of events and the persons responsible for
those events.
3.
To relate cause and sequence in an accurate account of the events
and to explain the causes and consequences of those events.
COURSE
OVERVIEW:
1. Classical
Age, Germanic invasions
2. Medieval
institutions
3. Rise of the
nation-state, Reformation
COURSE
CREDIT: Western Civilization 113 is three credits semester hours.
METHODS
OF INSTRUCTION:
1. Lecture
2. Discussion
3. Reading and writing assignments
Questions.
TEXT
FOR THE COURSE:
Western Civilization Vol. I J.J. Spielvogel ISBN0-495-56669-1
EVALUATION:
Each student will be assessed on a point system, receiving points for each
assignment and examination.
1.
Exams--five, 60 pts. each exam. (every three weeks.)
2.
Written Discussion questions---10, 20 pts. each (WebCT)
Grading Scale:500-450 pts.= A
449-400 pts.= B
399-350 pts.= C
349-300 pts.= D
299 pts. or less= F
(revised Dec. 2007)
Absences: For classes meeting MWF &\or TTh, three or more absences are considered excessive. For
classes meeting 1 time a week, two or more absences are considered excessive. Excessive
absences will affect your grade point and your financial aid status. No excuse is
required for your absence. There are no tardies, failure to answer the
roll is considered an absence. The only time an explanation is necessary
is if you must be absent for reasons you have no control over, then please inform
me.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
See Student Handbook, Academic
misconduct can result in failure of the course.
CLASSROOM
DEPORTMENT: Students are to adhere to the standards of behavior described in the
Student Handbook.
Discipline Policy
Student Technology Acceptable Use Policy
Food and drink
are not allowed in the classroom.
Please turn off phones, pagers.
OFFICE
HOURS: Monday- Wednesday-Friday 9:30-10:45 a.m. Tuesday - Thursday
9:30-10:45 a.m. ;M, T, W, Th 12:20-3:00 p.m. . Please make an
appointment if these hours do not fit your schedule. My office is in
Arts&Sciences Building ( C) Office 102 on the lowest level. My phone #
338-6474 Ext. 1302, or email me at
keough@pccua.edu
STUDY
PLAN: Students should establish a study period for this class at the beginning
of the semester. Three hours a week
is the minimum amount of time you should set aside for reading your text,
reviewing your notes and any writing assignments you have.
MISSED EXAMS: Missed exams can
be made up on the Study Day at the end of the semester.
ADA POLICY:
Lynn
Boone, the Vice Chancellor for Student Services, serves as the ADA
Compliance Officer. If you reside in Arkansas County you may contact Vice
Chancellor Carolyn Turner (DeWitt) or Dr. Susan Luebke (Stuttgart). The
process of student referral under the Americans with Disabilities Act can be
found in the Student Handbook.
FERPA POLICY
Phillips
Community College of the University of Arkansas complies with the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974. A student has the right
to inspect and review all of his/her records that meet the definition of
educational records. No third party has the right to review student records.
INSURANCE
Phillips
Community College of the University of Arkansas does not provide insurance
for its
students. The college does encourage each student to secure his/her
own insurance, and for
that reason, the college has contacted United Healthcare Student
Resources. Forms for this
insurance are available in the Registrar’s office.
ACTS
The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS)
contains information about the transferability
of courses within Arkansas Public Colleges and universities. Students
are guaranteed the
transfer of applicable credits and the equitable treatment in the
application of credits for the
admission and degree requirements. Course transferability is not
guaranteed for courses
listed in ACTS as “No Comparable Course.” Additionally, courses with
a “D” frequently do not
transfer and institutional policies may vary. ACTS may be accessed on
the Internet by going
to the ADHE Website and selecting Course Transfer.
http://www.adhe.edu/
(Click) Arkansas CourseTransfer System
READING ASSIGNMENTS: Students should read the assigned materials before
the class meeting.
What is history?
Greeks
GREEKS pp. 55-86
Romans
Romans pp. 113-184
Germans
Germans pp.
187-191
The Carolingians
pp. 214-226
The Anglo-Saxons, Northmen Anglo-Saxons
Vikings pp. 190
Feudalism and Manorialism
Feudalism
Manorialism pp.228-233
Norman Conquest 1066-1307 England
1066-1307 pp.272-274
Medieval Church
Medieval Church pp. 170-176,192-201284-300,322-325,368-370
Reformation
Reformation
English Reformation
pp. 374-409
Medieval Life Medieval
Life pp.214,244-269,304-310,326-333,338-361
Helpful Links
Writing Guide:
Introduction a new link, very good advice on writing
How to study