History 111 - United States History I - Kathleen Hitt
| Course: | United States History I |
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| Professor: | Kathleen Hitt |
| Email: | kathleen.hitt@canyons.edu |
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Introduction
My name is Kathleen Hitt and I have my MA in History from Cal State Northridge. I am looking forward to this journey with you!
I have been teaching at COC since 2006. I was a Film Researcher for 'Washington the Warrior' and 'Washington’s Generals' for the History Channel in 2006. I was honored to present a paper at Oxford, England at the Women and Education Conference, 2018, and this was published in the Oxford Journal of Public Policy entitled "Concubine or Cougar? Constructing the Creative Female Persona in Early Modern Europe and Transitioning from Indirect to Direct Power in a Man's World." I was also honored to publish entries in ABC-CLIO World War II Encyclopedia on Franklin D. Roosevelt, and other World War II personages.
Course Description
This class surveys American civilization, from the Pre-Columbian era through Reconstruction. Emphasizes the political, cultural, economic, and social history of the United States. Meets Title V American Institutions U.S. History requirement for the associate degree.
What to Expect in this Course
Please read the syllabus for this class.
Please check your Modules in Canvas but also the Assignments section and also Files section of Canvas often!
There you will find information regarding upcoming exams, assignments, or any changes to our schedule as needed.
Make sure you have the proper software and other technical requirements and specifications before the course begins.
Your “attendance” attending class via Zoom during all class meetings, is still critical in order to succeed.
Assignments including your quizzes, research paper, midterm exam, final exam will be submitted via Canvas.
You will need to take good notes as well as keep up with the readings
Stay connected – Please don’t hesitate to contact your instructor with questions.
My contact info: kathleen.hitt@canyons.edu
Types of Assessments
Quizzes, Online midterm exam, research paper on topic of your choice, primary source essay on Phillis Wheatley's poem and letter to George Washington and his response, and final exam. Open book/notes.
Textbook Information
Foner, Eric. Give me Liberty! Vol. I. - 5th Edition ISBN-13: 978-0393614152
The textbook is available in the College of the Canyons Bookstore, and online.
Other Relevant Course Information
Make sure you have the proper software and other technical requirements and specifications before the course begins.
Your “attendance” attending class via Zoom during all class meetings, is still critical in order to succeed.
Assignments including your quizzes, research paper, midterm exam, final exam will be submitted via Canvas.
Additional Resources
Canvas
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Last updated: 08/23/2021 Sub#: 572