Global Studies 10 –
Global Studies Curriculum

Course Description

This course is the second half of a two-year study of world history. Students will begin with the Scientific Revolution and continue through to modern global issues. Along the way, they will explore major cultural, political, social, and economic events and conflicts that have shaped and continue to influence the world today.

The course concludes with a final examination in June and the NYS Regents Exam. Passing the NYS Regents Exam is required for high school graduation.

Common Core Standards / Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources (CCLS.RH.1).
• Determine the central ideas of primary and secondary sources and summarize them clearly (CCLS.RH.2).
• Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content (CCLS.WHST.1).
• Produce clear and coherent writing appropriate to task, purpose, and audience (CCLS.WHST.4).
• Strengthen writing through planning, revising, editing, and rewriting (CCLS.WHST.5).

Instructional Strategies / Learning Activities

Course Outline and Units

The curriculum will be organized into the following units:

1. The Scientific Revolution (September 15 – September 18)
2. The Enlightenment (September 19 – October 28)
3. French and Latin American Revolutions (October 29 – December 23)
4. Nationalism (January 5 – January 20)
5. Industrial Revolution (January 21 – February 13)
6. Imperialism (February 23 – March 11)
7. World War I and Post-World War I (March 12 – April 2)
8. Russian Revolution (April 3 – April 17)
9. World War II (April 19 – April 30)
10. The Cold War (May 1 – May 12)
11. World Since 1945: Collapse of Communism and the 21st Century (May 13 – June 1)

Materials Needed

• 3-ring binder (2 inches)
• Loose-leaf paper
• Folder
• #2 pencils and blue or black ink pens
• Index cards or a notebook

Classroom Expectations

Rules

• Entering Class: Students should enter quietly, pick up the day’s notes, take out their binder, and begin the “Do Now” activity. Homework from the previous night should be placed in the designated “IN BOX” for their period.
• Tardiness: Students who are late must obtain a late pass and submit it quietly before taking their seat.
• Absences: Students are responsible for obtaining any missed notes and assignments from a classmate.
• Notebooks: Students should maintain neat and organized notebooks. Random notebook checks will count as part of the homework grade.

Grading Policy

Grades are calculated by dividing the total points earned by the total points possible.

Academic Honesty

• Copying from classmates or from internet sources is prohibited and will result in a grade of zero for all parties involved.
• Assignments without a student’s name will receive no credit.

Attendance and Behavior Expectations

Each day, students have the opportunity to earn up to five points for attendance and behavior. These points are tallied at the end of each marking period and factor into the participation and attendance portion of the grade.

• Be present and arrive on time.
• Be prepared with materials and completed homework.
• Participate actively and respectfully in class discussions and activities.
• Conduct themselves in a manner appropriate for a high school classroom.

Missed Class Policy

• Students with excused absences will have two days for every day missed to make up work.
• Students with unexcused absences may only make up work with permission from the teacher.

Late Assignment Policy