U.S. History 1914-1953- 10th Grade
Course Overview
Objectives:
1. Provide students with the appropriate knowledge of history, pivotal events, key people, and an understanding of how these issues have shaped our nation.
2. Provide students with the skills necessary for further education/training, including note taking, basic research skills, test preparation, and public speaking.
Student Responsibilities:
1. Maintain text reading schedule as provided by the instructor.
2. Keep a set of reading notes, in a dedicated notebook, done according to class instruction.
3. Complete class assignments on time.
4. Take all scheduled tests.
5. Work to improve the class by personal participation.
6. Follow the classroom rules that are listed below and behave in a businesslike manner at all times.
7. Treat guests, teachers, substitutes, fellow students, and others with respect.
Classroom Rules:
1. You will speak appropriately (no swearing)
2. You will dress appropriately (abide by the school dress code)
3. You will show up on time (be in the room by the time the bell rings)
4. You will hand in all work on time (late assignments will NOT be accepted)
5. You will not groom yourself (no mirrors, perfume, makeup accessories, etc….)
6. No eating, although I will allow chewing gum as long as it is not a distraction.
Violating these rules will result in various disciplinary actions depending on the severity of the infraction.
Website: A website has been created (http://www.lemleyike.com/), to help keep parents and students informed on what is going on in class. Many things will be posted and used during the semester from this website. Please go to the website given and bookmark it, so that you can use it often.
Grading: Grades will be based on a cumulative point system. Homework assignments are weighted the same as tests. Consequently, both homework and tests will play an important role in your overall grade. All homework assignments will normally be submitted for a grade prior to each unit test. The Eisenhower Social Studies department will implement and emphasize reading and writing skills as part of each course
Chapter 10: World War I
- Describe how Progressivism evolved and impacted the domestic and social ideals of American society between 1900 and 1917
- Analyze the four main causes of World War I: militarism, nationalism, alliance system and imperialism
- Know the chronology of European and American involvement in World War I
- Identify the major leaders and alliances systems during the Great War
- Demonstrate an understanding of government and military actions undertaken by America during The Great War
- Discuss the technological advances and military strategies employed during World War I
- Analyze the treaty and compromises and the ratification efforts at the end of World War I
Chapter 11: Getting on with Business
- Recognize the fundamental themes of business and productivity during the 1920s
- Develop an appreciation of American entrepreneurs; namely Henry Ford
- Identify the national anxiety and repercussions by the Red Scare
Chapter 12: A Prospering Society
- Compare and contrast the various political and social movements that took place in urban and rural America during the 1920s
- Identify noteworthy innovations and people of the 1920s
- Analyze the effectiveness of the conservative and business-oriented administrations of the 1920s
Chapter 13: The Great Depression
- Explain how the Stock Market Crash led to a decline in the United States economy
- Identify the early and limited response of the federal government to the Great Depression and how it affected the mental and physical health of the citizenry
- Assess the impact of the Great Depression on rural and urban America
Chapter 14: The New Deal
- Identify the programs initiated by the Roosevelt administration that restructured government and society for the next half century
- Explain the political opposition to The New Deal
Chapter 15: World War II
- Identify the aggressive European and Asian policies, alliances and leaders and during the 1930s
- Explain how the United States struggled to remain neutral while supporting the allies with economic aid
- Demonstrate an understanding of the events leading to the American entrance to World War II
- Discuss the technological advances and military strategies employed during World War I
- Recognize the United States’ military, economic, and political involvement in bringing World War II to a close
The Eisenhower Social Studies department will implement and emphasize reading and writing skills as part of each course