HIST-111 - United States History I - Julianne Johnson
| Course: | United States History I |
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| Professor: | Julianne Johnson |
| Email: | julianne.johnson@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
“If you want to do anything new, you must first make sure you know what people have tried before.”- Ernst Gombrich
Welcome to History 111 - United States History! My name is Julie Johnson and I have my MA in History from the University of Nebraska and a Ph.D. in History from Claremont Graduate University. I am an Associate Professor here at College of the Canyons and I am looking forward to this journey with you! I have been teaching at COC since 2014. I am a resident of the Santa Clarita Valley, but I am originally from Brooklyn, New York. I love all things New York and California!
Watch this short video to learn more about the course.
Course Description
Julie's ePortfolio and Liduid Syllabi
The objective of this course is to help you develop an understanding of and a passion for American history and historical questioning. The American experience is multifaceted and complex. We will evaluate American history from the Pre-Columbian Americas through Reconstruction. Some of the concepts we will focus on include, but are not limited to, tracing the impact of European colonization on Native American populations, judging the importance of colonial conflicts, demonstrating America’s growth in a global context and evaluating the political, cultural, economic, and regional differences that led to disunion, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction era.
Most importantly, Student Learning Outcomes are as follows:
- Assess the history of America and the United States from the Colonial period through
Reconstruction. - Analyze the cultural, social, and political diversity embodied in the American experience from the sixteenth century through 1877.
- Examine the origins of the United States Constitution and the milestone events associated with that document from the ratification process through the Civil War and Reconstruction, including the implementation of federalism and the Bill of Rights
What to Expect in this Course
History is much more than just names and dates. Some dates are important to help us frame a concept or turns in historical eras. However, historical motives are key to understanding and interpreting American history. By understanding the why of historical study, you can expand your experience with the past and prepare yourself for the future.
Types of Assessments
You will be graded on the following assignments. Journals and Discussions - 30% Midterm - 25% Final Exam - 25% of final grade CONNECT History Report - 20% of final grade *Grades will not be rounded up.
Textbook Information
Zero Textbook Cost - Online Educational Resource
We will be using www.americanyawp.com as our shared text this semester. Additionally, there will be primary source readings distributed online.
Other Relevant Course Information
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Additional Resources
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Online Education
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Last updated: 08/02/2023 Sub#: 789