Facing History and Ourselves:
Holocaust, Genocide and Human Behavior and Race and Membership in America
Mrs. Harvey
Guidelines for Assignments 2017-2018
Assignment: Journal
Due: Almost Daily . . . collected monthly - 30% of your grade
You will have regular assignments to write in your journal. Make the most of these opportunities; be thorough and be reflective. The Journal is a key component in the course. Writing is more than a means of expression; often the writing process leads to further understanding. As the FHAO text says, “writing is a way of examining ideas.” Keep on top of the reading/writing assignments – playing “catch-up” the night before the Journal is due will not produce the kind of thoughtful reflection that is required and your grade will reflect that.
Assignment: Essays and Projects - 25% of your grade
1. Several books will be read this year on which you will be assigned essay topics.
2. PowerPoint Project: Research and presentation to the class on one particular aspect of the Holocaust. Topics will be provided.
Assignment: PARTICIPATION! - 25% of your grade
Assignment: Class Work and Current Events – 20% of your grade
Class work is exercises/work done in class.
Assignment: Exams - 20% of your grade for the course
1. Mid-Year: Written Exam/Essay
2. Final: Building a “Toolbox for Differ
Holocaust, Genocide and Human Behavior and Race and Membership in America
Mrs. Harvey
Guidelines for Assignments 2017-2018
Assignment: Journal
Due: Almost Daily . . . collected monthly - 30% of your grade
You will have regular assignments to write in your journal. Make the most of these opportunities; be thorough and be reflective. The Journal is a key component in the course. Writing is more than a means of expression; often the writing process leads to further understanding. As the FHAO text says, “writing is a way of examining ideas.” Keep on top of the reading/writing assignments – playing “catch-up” the night before the Journal is due will not produce the kind of thoughtful reflection that is required and your grade will reflect that.
Assignment: Essays and Projects - 25% of your grade
1. Several books will be read this year on which you will be assigned essay topics.
2. PowerPoint Project: Research and presentation to the class on one particular aspect of the Holocaust. Topics will be provided.
Assignment: PARTICIPATION! - 25% of your grade
- This includes attendance at the movies outside of class – Movies we view outside of class are essential to the class. Prior notice of absence due to illness, family issues, etc. is necessary. If you miss a film, you will be required to make it up on your own time.
- Engaging in discussions DAILY.
- If you miss more than a few days of school, your participation grade may be lowered.
Assignment: Class Work and Current Events – 20% of your grade
Class work is exercises/work done in class.
Assignment: Exams - 20% of your grade for the course
1. Mid-Year: Written Exam/Essay
2. Final: Building a “Toolbox for Differ