Textbook: Boyer, et. al.,  The Enduring Vision, Vol. II, Fourth Edition

Course Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to the history of the United States from Reconstruction to the present time.  This course focuses on American industrial development, World War I, Progressivism, the anxiety of the 1920s, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the 1960s, Civil Rights and Women's Movements, and the Vietnam War.

Course Requirements: Quizzes and essay exams that include identification, multiple choice, and map id's.  

--Two 50 question Definition exams.

--Two essay exams (the final is NOT comprehensive)  

--One film exam.

--One map exam

Course Objectives: After completing U.S. History Since 1876 the student will be able to:

1.  Display an understanding of historically significant trends and developments from 1876 to the present.

2.  Understand events that profoundly impact American society and culture using analytical skills and be able to synthesize materials presented in the course in essay form.

3.  Acquire the ability to evaluate and utilize maps to understand developments and trends in American history.

4.  Read and analyze materials on American history and write a summary of the significance of the event or article.

5.  Synthesize information presented in the course in essay form and relate the impact events have made on American society and culture as well as long-term impact of events or trends in American history.

Method of Instruction: This course is lecture for the most part, some of the material is brutally boring but hang in there.  Class discussion will be utilized as well.  Each of you are expected to participate since a percentage of your final grade will reflect class participation (i.e. paying attention, staying awake, and discussion).  Students must become an active participant in the learning process by asking questions, taking notes, and reading the assigned material before class.  Students should focus on the concepts/development of society rather than simply memorizing facts.  Historical inquiry requires a great deal of thought and analysis.

Attendance Requirements:

Attendance will be taken periodically during the term.  Ten attendance grades will be taken for a total of 100 points.  This can help you--don't miss class!

Academic Dishonesty

Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited.  In addition to other possible disciplinary sanctions that may be imposed through institutional procedures as a result of academic misconduct, instructors have the authority to assign an "F" for the exercises or examination or to assign an "F" for the course.

 Grading Scale:

Note 1: If you have a documented disabling condition, you are expected to meet with me as soon as possible to arrange appropriate modifications.  If you have a disabling condition that has not been documented by the Office of Disability Services, you must complete the appropriate documentation before requesting modifications.

Note 2: This syllabus is intended as a guide for the course and is subject to changes as situations warrant at the discretion of the instructor.

Note 3: Make-up Policy:  Only  one make-up exam will be allowed and will be made up on the first day you return to class. NO EXCEPTIONS!