For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
The mission of the Humanities and Social Sciences is to foster an appreciation of the role that the humanities and social sciences has played in the evolution of civilized society and to explore the ways that an understanding of theory and practice in philosophy, the social and behavioral sciences, the fine arts, and written and oral expression will enable students to participate thoughtfully in a global society.
Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
Outcome #2: Communicate ideas clearly and proficiently in writing, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations.
Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
Outcome #7: Understand each other, moving beyond simple acceptance to embracing and celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity by working as a team to learn, engaging with community, exhibiting cultural awareness, and creating equity
Outcomes are in accordance with 2018 Kansas Core Outcomes Project. Upon completion of HS1303 America History I 1492-1877, students will be able to do the following:
- Describe historical perspectives and change over time by analyzing, evaluating, and interpreting primary and secondary historical sources.
- Describe and analyze the social, political, and economic developments of the following periods of American History
- Describe major indigenous cultures of North America and evaluate their impact.
- Describe and analyze significant political, social, economic, and diplomatic developments of the European exploration and colonization of North America.
- Trace and evaluate causes, developments, and consequences of the American Revolution.
- Describe and analyze significant events in the creation and development of American society, institutions, and political structures in the Early Republic.
- Describe and analyze significant political, social, economic, and diplomatic developments, including territorial expansion and sectionalism, of antebellum America.
- Trace the development of the trans-Atlantic slave trace and the practice of slavery in the American colonies, and analyze the impact of slavery on U.S. institutions, events, and peoples.
- Trace and evaluate causes, developments, and consequences of the Civil War.
- Describe the era of Reconstruction and evaluate its impact.
Reconstruction
- Exploration
- The English Colonies.
- The Colonial Experience.
- Rumblings of Revolt
- The Revolution
- Post War Problems.
- The Constitution.
- Early National Period.
- The Jeffersonians
- War of 1812
- Rise of the West.
- Rise of Nationalism.
- Jacksonian Democracy.
- Sectionalism.
- Cultural and Economic Changes.
- Stirring of Discontent
- Compromise of 1850.
- Prelude to War.
- Civil War.
- Reconstruction
- Lecture and discussion.
- Audio/Visual Aids.
- Computer Time.
- Textbook
- Library Resources.
- Audio-Visual Materials.
- Handouts.
The final grade for the course reflects evaluation of the student’s work that are calculated as follows:
Outcomes 1, 2, and 5: Will be achieved by primary and secondary source written assessments and discussions designed to foster critical thinking, improve writing skills, address variegated audiences, and use analytical skills to construct arguments based on evidence.
Outcome 7: Students' essays will require demonstration of familiarity with lecture material and primary/secondary source material that focuses on the diversity of the American experience.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.