Course Description
Examines the interaction of humans and nature in American history from the colonial period to today.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
Historical Comprehension
- Analyze and comprehend historical changes in human interaction with nature in what is now the United States from the colonial era to today.
Historical Analysis
- Use historical thinking to contextualize and analyze primary and secondary sources representing different points of view.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Participation | 30% |
| Book Analysis | 15% |
| Final Reflection | 10% |
| Exhibit Reflection | 15% |
| Final Projects | 30% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 94-100 | A |
| 90-93 | A- |
| 87-89 | B+ |
| 84-86 | B |
| 80-83 | B- |
| 77-79 | C+ |
| 74-76 | C |
| 70-73 | C- |
| 67-69 | D+ |
| 64-66 | D |
| 60-63 | D- |
| 59 or below | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Student participation will be evaluated based on a series of assignments on the course canvas site. These assignments will vary between discussion boards, interactive videos, group annotation software, a handout, or a forum/debate.
All participation assignments will be graded on a point system (total six to twelve points per assignment) (SLO 1, SLO 2)
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.