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Miami-Dade College
Social Sciences Department
AMH2020-11776, History of the United States since 1877
Class 11776
M/W 7:05PM-8:20PM
Spring 2023 (2233)
MDC LIVE
Carefully read the syllabus. You are responsible for knowing its content.
For prompt response, communication in this course will take place via Blackboard messages not by my faculty E-mail.
Instructor: Anny Mungaray
Telephone: 305-237-7661
E-Mail: amungara@mdc.edu
The best way to contact me is through Blackboard Messages.
Office Hours: I will be available to meet with the student every Thursday from 8:30PM to 9:00PM
. Virtual Office Hours: I will be available to meet with students virtually with an appointment. Please send me a message via blackboard to set up an appointment.
Instruction Mode: MDC LIVE –
This class will meet virtually on scheduled days and times. Blackboard Login: http://mycourses.mdc.edu
(
Note:
Video tutorials for Blackboard can be found in the courses area.)
***Please refer to the Academic Calendar
for important dates, including drop and withdrawal deadlines. Remote learning resources for students can also be found on the MDC website
.***
Catalog Course Description: This course focuses on the social, economic, cultural, and political developments in the United States since 1877. The student will gain knowledge of changes and continuities in the history of the United States since the late nineteenth century. (3 credits)
Pre-Requisites: Student must meet the Developmental Education reading and writing requirements in State Rule 6A-10.0315 (by course, placement score, or eligible exemption).
Course Attribute: Civic Literacy Competency Course Competencies: Competency 1: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the basis of our American democracy and republican form of government by:
1.
Understanding the content of the United States Constitution as a basis of American democracy. 2.
Examining the principles established within Declaration of Independence as a foundation of our modern
republic. 3.
Discussing how the Constitution and Bill of Rights continue to shape the function of American governmental institutions.
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Competency 2: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the changes in late 19th century America by: 1.
Explaining how the Civil War shaped the development of the Southern economy and society and the issues of race-relations and segregation that emerged in the post-Reconstruction South.
2.
Discussing how the Reconstruction Era fueled new debates over the dynamic of federalism and rights of citizenship after the passage of the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments. 3.
Identifying the features of the emerging industrial economy and debates over the regulation of industry and business practices as demonstrated by Supreme Court decisions of the Gilded Age. 4.
Examining political, social, and cultural developments during the latter part of the nineteenth century. 5.
Analyzing the process of westward expansion and U.S. relations with the various Native American tribes.
Competency 3: The student will demonstrate understanding of the emergence of America as a world power in the early 20th century by:
1.
Discussing the rationale and motives of American overseas expansion and how debates over the status
of U.S territories and the constitutionality of U.S. expansion were outlined in the Supreme Court’s Insular Cases. 2.
Examining the origins of the Great War and the causes of America’s entry into the conflict and the impact that it had on the American economy, society, federalism and the power of the national government.
3.
Explaining post WWI U.S. domestic and foreign policy.
Competency 4: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the effects of the economic depression in the 1930’s and the reforms of the New Deal and America’s entry and participation in WWII by:
1.
Analyzing the social, economic, and political environment of the U.S. in the 1920’s and 1930’s.
2.
Evaluation the disputes which the New Deal and Roosevelt’s approach to the Great Depression brought about concerning the extent of governmental power and regulation.
3.
Describing the changing role of minorities and women in American culture, society, and politics.
4.
Examining the origins of WWII, American entry into the War, activities on the Home Front, and constitutional debates over military necessity vs personal rights.
5.
Describing American military actions and their effect on the outcome of the War.
Competency 5: The student will demonstrate understanding of the changes in postwar America, from the beginning of the cold war to the fall of the Soviet Union by:
1.
Describing the changes in the post-war economy, domestic and foreign policy and population growth of the U.S. in the 1950’s.
2.
Examining American societal and political changes in the 1960’s and the successes of the Civil Rights Movement as demonstrated by Brown vs. the Board of Education, the Civil and Voting Rights Acts and Affirmative Action.
3.
Evaluating the domestic and foreign issues impacting America during the 1970’s.
4.
Explaining U.S. and Soviet ideological competition and the fall of the USSR through the 1980’s to 1991.
5.
Examining the effects of the Cold War on American society, culture, and politics.
Competency 6: The student will demonstrate understanding of the social, economic, and political issues of the latter part of the 20
th
century & the beginning of the 21st century by:
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1.
Examining the emergence of the U.S. as a hegemonic world power in the 1990’s.
2.
Describing the effects of globalization and free trade on the US economy.
3.
Analyzing the effects of global terrorism on U.S. domestic and foreign policy since the attacks on September 11, 2001.
4.
Evaluating multiculturalism as an emerging dynamic in American politics, culture, and society in the 21st century.
MDC Learning Outcomes:
The 10 MDC Learning Outcomes *
1.
Communication Skills
2.
Quantitative Analysis
3.
Critical Thinking
4.
Information Literacy
5.
Global Perspectives
6.
Personal Responsibility
7.
Ethical Thinking
8.
Technology Use
9.
Aesthetic Appreciation
10. The Environment * See the College’s Learning Outcomes Web Site: https://www.mdc.edu/learningoutcomes/
Required Textbook: Eric Foner, Give Me Liberty! VOL 2.
(6
th
Edition),
W. W. Norton & Company. ISBN: 978-1-324-05622-5.
For information call MDC Wolfson Bookstore at 305-237-3236.
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Grading Scale:
Grading Criteria:
A
90 – 100
B
80 - 89
C
70 – 79
D
60 – 69
F
59 and below
Course Structure: This class is designated as an
“MDC LIVE” section
. All students
will be required
to log into Blackboard to access course-related materials (e.g., Course Syllabus, Class lectures, Tentative Course Schedule, Course Power Points), to complete / upload for submission course assignments (e.g., Discussion Boards, Course Quizzes, Assignments) and to utilize Blackboard communication tools (e.g., Blackboard and MDC email) for this course.
Our course will take place in a
synchronous environment
. In a synchronous environment, students and instructors have “real-time” interaction. Students in the course will need to meet during the scheduled class time and participate in the class lecture. The instructor will use Blackboard Collaborate for lecture meetings. Please refer to the course schedule to note when class lectures will take place.
All students
will be required
to log into Blackboard to access course-related materials (e.g., Course Syllabus, Class lectures, Tentative Course Schedule, Course Power Points), to complete / upload for submission course assignments (e.g., Discussion Boards, Course Quizzes, Assignments) and to utilize Blackboard communication tools (e.g., Blackboard and MDC email) for this course.
Class will primarily consist of textbook readings supplemented by videos, questionnaires (study guides), PowerPoints, and discussion forums. The study guides (questionnaires) are to help students with the material. You don’t have to turn in the answers. Each week, you are required to participate in an online discussion about the topic indicated in the weekly schedule. The discussions will open on Mondays at 1:00PM and close on Fridays at 11:59PM each week according to the course schedule.
There will be 10 discussions throughout the semester and students are required to participate in all of them. For each discussion, students are required to enter 3 posts (1 initial post and 2 responses to other classmate’s' post) only
.
Do not enter more than 3 posts per discussion forum; it will not make a difference on your grade. Each discussion is worth 10% including the initial post and the 2 responses.
1.
The initial post is worth 3.3 points.
2.
The first response is worth 3.3 points.
3.
The 2
nd
response is worth 3.3. points
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Assignment
Total Points 1
st
Exam
20
2
nd
Exam
20
3
rd
Exam
20
Discussion Board
40
Total Points
100
Keep in mind that the 10 discussions are 40% of the total grade.
The approximate length for posts and responses is 50 to 100 words each. Posts should be descriptive (do not repeat relevant information or use the “quote” feature to include text from the first message). Don’t just say “I agree.” Be specific. Argumentative posts require
well-researched, accurate, detailed, and current information to support the thesis statement
and consider other points of view. Some factual, logical, statistical, or anecdotal evidence should support the thesis. https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/essay_writing/
argumentative_essays.html
To avoid plagiarism, cite the posts; be sure you use only academic sources when citing from websites such as .org, .edu, .gov. Dot com (.com) is not an academic source. https://pitt.libguides.com/citationhelp
https://guides.lib.uw.edu/research/citations/citationwhat
https://www.evansville.edu/writingcenter/downloads/parts.pdf
All students are expected to meet the College’s academic conduct standards. Acts of academic misconduct
, including cheating, plagiarism, misrepresentation, and facilitating academic dishonesty will be referred to the Academic Dean.
When the discussion period is over and discussion has ended, that week’s topic will be closed and you will not be able to post comments. In other words, do the assignment within the required period or lose the opportunity (and credit) to do it.
Grades for the discussions will not be posted. You will receive a message from me on Blackboard messages if you’re not following the posts instructions as stated in the syllabus. It is important to check Blackboard messages on weekly bases.
See Discussion Board Weekly Schedule at the end of the syllabus.
Technical Requirements:
Please refer to the
LMS Requirements & Plugin Information
at MDC ONLINE website. Mozilla Firefox is the recommended browser and headsets/microphone are needed for participation in
web-conferencing activities through Blackboard Collaborate; a webcam is optional. In addition, Microsoft Office
applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are standard for MDC ONLINE courses.
Due to the necessity of technology, you must have a backup plan for using an alternative computer with Internet access in case of problems with your personal computer. If you have a technology problem that affects your ability to access your course, please notify your instructor immediately. If you can access other Internet sites but cannot access your online course, you need to contact the MDC ONLINE Help Desk at 305-
237-3800 to seek assistance. Course Policies:
1.
Exams: There will be 3 exams. I will give you an idea of the types of questions to expect on
the exams. Most of the questions on the exams will require that you apply knowledge rather than repeat information memorized from the textbook.
2.
There will be no Collaborate Session on test day. I will submit myself attendance the date of the test.
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There will be no make-up exams in this course.
In order to access the exam, you will need to download and install the Respondus Lock Down browser and access Blackboard through the Lock Down browser.
Don’t wait until the last minute to download and install the browser. If you have any problem installing the browser, call
305-237-3800
. The telephone number is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Keep the telephone number handy the day of the test in case of any technical problem.
You don’t need a camera, microphone, or a password to take the test. Respondus Monitor – Helpful Information for Students
https://sites.google.com/a/mymdc.net/ctd/respondus
Respondus - CIOL Resource Pages - Google Sites
Respondus Lockdown Browser LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within a learning management system. It locks down student computers to prevent cheating during exams. USAGE: Faculty may want to have students in a classroom or lab take exams with the LockDown
Browser. If Lockdown Browser is not installed in the Lab, please check with the Lab personnel to ...
sites.google.com
Respondus Lockdow
n Browser
What is Respondus Lockdown Browser?
LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within a learning management system (Blackboard). It locks down student computers to prevent cheating during exams.
LockDown Browser Requirement
Check with your instructor and course syllabus to see if the course requires the use of LockDown Browser for online exams.
Watch this video
to get a basic understanding of LockDown Browser.
Download Instructions
Click here to download and install LockDown Browser
Once Installed:
Start LockDown Browser
Log into Blackboard Learn
Navigate to the test
3.
Participation & Attendance:
The time required to be successful in this course is explained below. Read this part carefully:
Some students have the misguided impression that online courses are less work or easier than traditional courses. On the contrary, students must be independent learners and self-
directed. The
online
work for this course will require 2 - 3 hours of work each week, maybe more, depending on your goal and your experience with computers. You will also be required to spend 2 - 3 hours
off-line
per week reading the text and doing assignments.
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Regular logins are required
in this course. Attendance
will be tracked by a combination of things including a student’s regular login and weekly progress of class. If you fail to log in for extended periods of time and fail to complete any weekly assignments, you may be dropped from the course. I expect you to maintain a regular weekly presence online. This is to keep up with assignments, to read important messages and postings, and to ensure you are spending the required amount of time in the course. Students will likely average 2-3 hours a week online and I do keep track and if you are not online for the required amount of time, I may drop you. I will be taking attendance during the Collaborate Sessions.
If you are dropped from the class, either by me or by the College for non-payment, you will not receive a grade nor will I accept assignments, papers, or exams from you.
4.
Readings/Assignments:
Success in this course requires familiarity with the textbook. I will not cover all material in the text; however, you are responsible for all reading materials assigned. 5.
Online Etiquette – “Netiquette”:
The following are expectations for the course netiquette:
Be respectful; be aware of how your comments might be read; and be careful with humor and sarcasm. This includes being mindful of others' comments, not attacking peoples' opinions, etc. The materials discussed may be controversial at times and do not necessarily
reflect the views of the instructor. At no time will crude, degrading, or inappropriate remarks be tolerated. Each student will be encouraged to respond to any comments made, must exhibit tolerance of other's opinions and beliefs. Any student who intentionally disrupts the teaching/learning process or who acts in a disrespectful, actions will be addressed based on
the College’s Code of Conduct that is available at
MDC Student Policies and Procedures
.
6.
Class Correspondence/Emails:
Students will be responsible for monitoring the
course Blackboard site, their
Blackboard email
accounts, and their MDC email accounts for notices / emails / syllabi announcements or changes for this course. Students must use Blackboard and MDC email in this course for course-related communication as private email
is generally being routed through SPAM mail by MDC Technical Support and are therefore often not received in a timely manner by the course instructor. Students must contact MDC Technical Support or utilize online help features from Blackboard if they have difficulty accessing or using their Blackboard accounts.
Academic Integrity: All students are expected to meet the College’s academic conduct standards. Acts of academic misconduct, including cheating, plagiarism, misrepresentation, and facilitating academic dishonesty will be referred to the Academic Dean. Students who break the College’s academic conduct standards will be charged with misconduct charges. For more information on these standards, refer to the Students Rights and Responsibilities Handbook at:
http://www.mdc.edu/rightsandresponsibilities/
Access Disability Services:
Students with documented disabilities should contact ACCESS Disability Services in advance for information and for obtaining assistance. No retroactive accommodations can be provided. They may be reached at (305) 237-2767. Website
: http://www.mdc.edu/access/
Learning Resources Labs and Courtyards: The Learning Resources Labs and Courtyards offer students
and faculty a wide array of supplemental assistance to ensure academic success. The facility houses state-of-
the-art technology and software, and tutoring is offered through adjacent labs. Students may receive
assistance on projects and presentations at the Support Lab. Please ask a Learning Resources staff member
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for more information.
Learning Resources can be reached at (305) 237-2502. Learning Resources Website
:
http://www.mdc.edu/learning-resources/
Recommended Social Science Databases
: PsycArticles, SIRS Researcher, Opposing Viewpoints, Social
Sciences Full Text, Academic Search Complete, JSTOR College Writing Center: If you need assistance with papers or other writing assignments, the writing center can assist in tutoring or general questions regarding written work. They can be reached at (305) 237-0813. Helpful Links / Other Support Services and Resources:
Tutoring Labs
– MDC also offers remote tutoring for various subjects and disciplines. For more information, please visit: https://libraryguides.mdc.edu/BbLTutoring
Virtual Advisement
– Connect to advisors using BlackBoard Collaborate Ultra. Get assistance with questions on admissions, Florida residency, academics, financial aid, holds, and more. Counseling Services
– Students can receive up to six free hour-long sessions where they can speak in confidentiality to a licensed counselor.
For more information, you may email nfuente1@mdc.edu
or call (305) 237-0712. Office 365 Student Advantage
– Students enrolled at the College have access to the latest versions of Office Suite through the Microsoft Student Advantage program.
Student Wellness
– Learn more about wellness and resources/trainings offered at MDC. Single Stop
– Single Stop is a one-stop source for students and immediate family members to be connected to public benefits and local resources. Single Stop offers students a wide array of services including benefits screening, free tax preparation, financial coaching, Food Pantry for Students and health insurance assistance. Single Stop can be reached at nfuente1@mdc.edu
and (305) 237-0712. MDC Works
- MDC Works Career Studio offers professional development resources to MDC students, including workshops, career fairs, internship information, and interview prep. To schedule an appointment with a career coach, please visit: https://www.mdcworks.org/make-an-appointment/
Public Safety Services
– Kendall’s Public Safety Office can be reached at (305) 237-2100. For more information about MDC Alerts, please visit: https://www.mdc.edu/main/safety/OEP/mdc-alerts.aspx
Course Schedule and Outline
Collaborate Sessions every M/W from 7:05PM to 8:20PM
Course Schedule and Outline:
Dates Assignments Lectures
1/04-1/06
Class introduction/Read Ch.15 and
ch. 16. Answer the questionnaire from each chapter.
Ch. 15
1/09-1/13
Read chapters 17and 18. Answer the questionnaires from each Ch. 15 & Ch. 16 Professor Name/ AMH2020-History of the United States since 1877/ Social Sciences/ 305.237.2215
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chapter.
1/16-1/20 Holiday 1/16
1/16: Discussion Board begins
Read Ch. 19 and answer the questionnaire from chapter 19.
Ch. 17 & Ch. 18
1/23-1/27
Read Ch. 20 and answer the questionnaire from that chapter.
Ch. 19
1/30-2/03
Read Ch. 21 and answer the questionnaire from that chapter.
Chapters 20
2/06-2/10
Read Ch. 22 and answer questionnaire from that chapter.
Ch. 21
2/13-2/17
Test 1 Date: 2/15
Covers chapters: 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19.
Time: from 7:05PM to 8:20PM
Read Ch. 23 and answer questionnaire from that chapter.
Ch. 22
2/20-2/24
No class on 2/20 Holiday
Read Ch. 24 and answer the questionnaire form that chapter
Ch. 23
2/27-3/03
Read Ch. 25 and answer the questionnaire from that chapter.
Ch. 24
3/06-3/10 Read Ch. 26 and answer the questionnaire from that chapter.
Ch. 25
3/13-3/17 Test 2 (Midterm)
Date: 3/15
Covers chapters:
20, 21, 22, 23, 24.
Time: from 7:05PM to 8:20PM
Read Ch. 27 and answer the questionnaire from that chapter.
Ch. 26
3/20-3/24
3/24: Discussion Board ends
Read Ch. 28 and answer questionnaire form that chapter.
Ch. 27
3/27-3/31
Ch. 28
Ch. 28
4/03-4/07
Review material
4/10-4/14
Review material
4/17-4/21
Test 3 (Final)
Date 4/19 Covers chapters:
25, 26, 27, 28.
Time: from 7:05PM to 8:20PM
Final
Final
4/24-4/28
Grades
Grades
Spring Term Holiday Dates:
1/16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2/20 Presidents’ Day
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Syllabus outline is subject to change at the discretion of the professor.
Discussion Board
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxMQnGoc6e8
The discussions will open on Mondays at 1:00PM and close on Fridays at 11:59PM each week according to the course schedule.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Task
Assignments
Due Date
Submit To
Discussion 1 1/16-1/20
Readings Chapter 15
View
Reconstruction 1865-1877
Discussion Participate in
Discussion 1
Due Date
Friday, January 20
Discussion Board
Discussion 2 1/23-1/27
Readings Chapter 17
View
The Segregated South
Discussion
Participate in Discussion 2
2 posts
Due Date
Friday, January 27
Discussion
Board
Discussion 3 1/30-2/03
Readings Chapter 19
View
The United States and World War I
Discussion
Participate in Discussion 3
Due Date
Friday, February 03
Discussion
Board
Discussion 4 2/06-2/10
Readings Chapter 20
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Task
Assignments
Due Date
Submit To
View
The Roaring 20s Discussion
Participate in Discussion 4
Due Date
Friday, February 10
Discussion
Board
Discussion 5 2/13-2/17
Readings Chapter 22
View
The United States and World War II
Discussion
Participate in Discussion 5
Due Date
Friday, February 17
Discussion
Board
Discussion 6 2/20-2/24
Readings Chapter 24
View
The Cold War
Discussion
Participate in Discussion 6
Friday,
February 24
Discussion
Board
Discussion 7 2/27-3/03
Readings Chapter 25
View
The Sixties 1960-1968
Discussion
Participate in Discussion 7
Due Date
Friday,
March 3
Discussion
Board
Discussion 8 3/06-3/10
Readings Chapter 26
View
Vietnam
Discussion
Participate in Discussion 8
Due Date
Friday, March 10
Discussion
Board
Discussion 9
3/13-3/17
Readings Chapter 27
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Task
Assignments
Due Date
Submit To
View
The end of the Cold War and Globalization
Discussion
Participate in Discussion 9
Due Date
Friday,
March 17
Discussion
Board
Discussion 10 3/20-3/24
Readings Chapter 28
View
The War on Terror
Discussion
Participate in Discussion 10
Due Date
Friday,
March 24
Discussion
Board
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