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HIST-120 - Role of Women in U.S. History - Lissa Brassfield

Course:Role of Women in U.S. History
Professor:Lissa Brassfield
Email:lissa.brassfield@canyons.edu
Format:
  • Online
Course Length:
  • 8 Week

Introduction

Hello and Welcome to the Role of Women in the United States.  I have been a professor of History at College of the Canyons for over 20 years.  I am passionate about history and its importance and relevance to our lives.  During our  class we will journey through United States history learning about the lives and contributions of amazing women, known and perhaps unknown to you, who have been such a large part of the story of our amazing nation.

Course Description

In this class we will explore and evaluate the impact of women's lives and roles in our history.  This is in many ways a survey course of United States history but with an emphasis on the role and contributions of women.  I teach with an emphasis on social and cultural history.  As a college level course, independent study habits are expected.  

In our study of history, what happened is important, but its significance is crucial.  History is our story, it's a human story so its not always pretty or perfect, but knowledge of events and people in the context of their time creates an informed and balanced view of our history.  We cannot bring 21st century mentality or agendas and apply them to people of the past.  We must consider the reality of their time and experience to properly evaluate and understand them and the events they experienced.  Come prepared to explore and learn historic truth.

What to Expect in this Course

We cover a great deal of material during our course, studying women from European colonization to the present day.  Major topics include the Colonial period, the American Revolution, the Constitution, Slavery, Reform movements, the Civil War, Westward expansion, Industrialization, the Progressive Era, the Great Depression, World War II, the Sixties, and the Modern Era.  Within these we will study natives peoples, the progression of the women's movement, women in the work force, women during war, the civil rights movement, modern feminism, etc.

Modules will be published each week of our class showing the areas of study for the week, the chapter you will read and the quiz and related assignments.  It is essential that you read all the information in the weekly modules which are your guide to our class.  This is college and college level work is expected.  It is your responsibility to complete and submit assignments by the Due Dates.  Late assignments WILL NOT be accepted.

Short term classes are fast paced, covering 1-2 chapters a week which requires a great deal of reading and related assignments within a short time frame.    

Regular 16 week classes normally cover one chapter a week allowing us a greater depth of study of the role of women in American history.

Types of Assessments

Quizzes will be given on each textbook chapter during the course. There will be written assignments, a mid-term and a final exam.

Textbook Information

Through Women's Eyes, 5th Edition. Authors: DuBois/Dumenil Publisher: Bedford St. Martin

Other Relevant Course Information

In order to maintain the pace of reading required for our class, Please have your textbook ready to begin reading in the first week of class.  The nature of the short term format especially lends itself to students who are self starters and familiar with online learning.


Additional Resources

Canvas

This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:

  • CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
  • CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password

Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.

Online Education

Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!

Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)

College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.

Online Counseling

The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.

Management of Stress and Mental Health

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.

Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.

Veterans Resource Center

The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.

Library

The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!

Last updated: 10/08/2021 Sub#: 831