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Course Description
from the Program of Studies
ID 200
American Studies 1
2 credits, full year
Grade 10
Honors, A, and B Levels |
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Tenth grade students
will take this leveled course which combines American History and Literature
approximately through the period of Reconstruction. It includes the
foundations of American Democracy and the workings of our government.
Traditional writing and reading assignments will be developed in relation to
historical themes. For example, one unit may be the Constitution as a
piece of classic literature. Although the concentration will be on
American Literature, other periods and types of literature will be looked at in
relation to the appropriate themes. American Literature will be
incorporated with the cultural perspective providing the backdrop.

Supplies Required
* a section in your
binder with white lined paper

* a pen or pencil to
write with
* an alert mind to
work with
What is it all
worth?
* class work
.....................20%
* tests &
quizzes..............20%
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presentations..................20%
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behavior.........................40%

Behavior Expectations
Good behavior counts
for 40% of your total grade. It is broken down into participation 15% and
effort 25%, but this grade is highly affected by attitude. If you have 100% for
a grade and a negative attitude, you could end up with 60%. There are many
students who do all of the work to the best of their ability, in a positive way,
and receive 100% for their grade at the end of the year.

Rubrics
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