CHAMINADE  UNIVERSITY  of  HONOLULU 
HI 201– U.S.A. History through 1877. . . .                
Willis H A Moore, Instructor - Willis.moore@chaminade.edu  - 808-782-3562 = voice and text
SYLLABUS – AUGUST 2020 - -
This course fulfills General Education requirements under “Education for Adaptation and Change,” and also, “formation in Faith,” which are MARIANIST CHARACTERISTIC OF EDUCATION:
1.  Formation in faith, (Some of those from England, and later from parts of central Europe who migrated to the colonies came because of their faith convictions and a hope of being free to live and express these values.)                                                           2.  Provide integral quality education,                                                                                                            3.  Education in family spirit,                                                                                     4.  Educate for service, justice, and peace,                                                                             5.  Education for adaptation and change - - - Today’s citizens cannot live in the past, though people may want “the good old days” (‘make America great again, etc’).  The 21st Century makes demands and offers challenges to continue growing as a Nation, as a people, to meet new issues as well as continuing issues.  By examining past challenges and the people who stepped forward to cope, today’s student will acquire guidelines for future responsibilities.
OBJECTIVES:  Upon completion of this course, students will recognize challenges and opportunities and have a foundation for leadership skills in dealing with such as they may occur in their future lives.  Through learning about those who arose to lead, guide, advise, oppose, and facilitate the challenges of a “new nation with never-before-tried governance,” students will have a foundation for their individual, familial, and corporate futures.  As many of the “founders” of the USA were persons of deep faith convictions, students will be reminded of the important of such faith in their lives.
“A Text” is required:  
A “package” of materials to read, view, and respond to (B&N LOUDCLOUD SOFTWARE,) will serve as “textbook” for this course.  You must purchase this “package” by using an on-line purchase option directly from its creator/provider, BNED.  This “package” will NOT be available from other sources of “text books.”

INSTRUCTOR’s job is to introduce/present:
Three streams of USA origins: native Indian, European colonial, African;                  Religion of European arrivals:  Anglican, Puritan/Separatist, Quaker, Roman Catholic;
Sectional and regional differences in Colonial America, New England, Middle Colonies,
Chesapeake and southern colonies;
Formation of governmental structures during and following the war for independence;
Growing regional differences and polarizations of South, west, and North,
Concepts of “Frontier,” “Manifest Destiny,” communications, and industrial revolution in the Pre-Civil War era;
Slavery as a social, political, religious, economic issue, How did black lives “matter?”
Issues surrounding nullification, secession, war, and reconstruction.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:  
Are you able to demonstrate through writing and in-class/on-line presentations and discussion some of the “who, what, when, and where” of history?  In addition are you able to show an understanding of “why,” and of “so what” (outcomes?)  Short weekly assignments will indicate whether or not you have read the assignment.  It is the weekly writing assignments which give indication of your comprehension and application of the facts presented in readings and videos.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS:  
You need a computer!  A laptop, or a PC, will work best.  Trying to do coursework on your smart phone, especially trying to write an essay, will prove problematic.  NOTE:  The Sullivan Library has a number of PC and capabilities for printing; it is open daily.  Hours are posted; and there is no charge to Chaminade students.

COMMUNICATION, FEEDBACK, and HELP:
OFFICE HOURS ON CAMPUS are by appointment; Instructor is generally on campus each school day - - - make appointment @ willis.moore@chaminade.edu
E-mail messages will be answered in 24 hours or fewer;
Items submitted through CANVAS will be graded within one week;
URGENT communication may be sent by text:  808-782-3562
(Please do not use FB Messaging;  messages sent through CANVAS are OK, however e-mail works better.

STUDENT SUCCESS will be measured through written and in-class/on line efforts each week:  
YOUR GRADE:
Weekly reading assignments and related quiz                               up to 42 pts possible
Weekly class assignments:  14 @ 4/5 pts each                              up to 56 pts possible
Midterm Examination (essay type)                                                                      20 pts
Final Examination (essay type)                                                                           20 pts
Extra credit  - movies, museum visit, downtown trek, etc.            no limit on extra points
You will note there are more than 100 possible points; however, please remember that “possible” may not mean actual points you earn….but try to succeed and you will, especially if you begin NOW and keep up with assignments.
90 pts = “A”,        80 pts = “B”,        70 pts = “C”,        60 pts = D,        below 60 = “F”

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT CANVAS GRADEBOOK:  There is a “%” column in the GRADE BOOK; You should disregard this column, it holds no meaning for you.  Focus on the POINTS column instead: You need to amass a TOTAL number of points of 70+ in order to earn a grade of “C”.  Point totals will updated with each assignment you submit at the time it is graded.

SCHEDULE OF READINGS and TESTS:
 Week beginning:
24 August (Wk1) = Read section in COURSEWARE and do the embedded quiz,
31 August (Wk2) = Read section 2 in COURSEWARE; do embedded quiz,
  7 September (Wk3) = Read section 3 in COURSEWARE; do embedded quiz,
14 September (Wk4) = Read section 4 in COURSEWARE; do embedded quiz,
21 September (Wk5) = Read section 5 in COURSEWARE; do embedded quiz, MID TERM,
28 September (Wk6) = Read section 6 in COURSEWARE; do embedded quiz,
  5 October (Wk7) = Read section 7 in COURSEWARE; do embedded quiz,
12 October (Wk8) = Read section 8 in COURSEWARE, do embedded quiz,
19 October (Wk9) = Read section 9 in COURSEWARE, do embedded quiz,
26 October (Wk10) = Read section 10 in COURSEWARE, do embedded quiz.
  2 November (Wk 11) = Read section 11 in COURSEWARE, do embedded quiz,
  9 November (Wk 12) = Read section 12 in COURSEWARE, do embedded quiz,
16 November (Wk 13) = Read section 13 in COURSEWARE, do embedded quiz,
23 November (Wk 14) = Read section 14 in COURSEWARE, do embedded quiz,
THE SEMESTER CONCLUDES BEFORE THANKSGIVING.  YOUR FINAL EXAMINATION WILL BE DONE AT HOME AND TURNED VIRTUALLY BY 5 DECEMBER 2020.

EXPLANATION OF HOW THIS CLASS WORKS:
CLASS ATTENDANCE: For those attending on campus, you will receive -1- point for each week you attend class;
For those attending at a distance, virtually, you will receive -1- point for participating in each weekly ZOOM meeting, or making a comment in the CANVAS discussion. 
Both CANVAS and the LOUDCLOUD Software allow instructor to note time spent on each assignment.  Failure to work regularly, and approximately 2 hours per week, will probably result in an unsatisfactory final grade.   
There are 14 modules with topics assigned.  Each “WRITE” assignment will  require 1-2 pp of written work.
THESE ARE FINITE ASSIGNMENTS:  They must be done during the week they are assigned; there should be no “late work,” or “make-up work.”  It is required you turn in the last week’s assignment NO LATER THAN THE START OF THE FIRST  CLASS IN EACH NEW WEEK.  
Exceptions due to illness, family situations, etc. should be communicated to the Instructor @ willis.moore@chaminade.edu.

Each MODULE will be found in CANVAS.   Assignments consist of a question, or more (with a choice).  You write an essay of 250-450 words in response to the question.  As you write your answer/discussion – Instructor will consider this rubric:
a.	Please restate the question, or, paraphrase it in your first sentence,
b.	Does your essay suggest you understand the question? - - 1 point,
c.	Does your essay follow accepted format of
1.	 A topic sentence which restates the question in context?
2.	2-3-4 sentences to illustrate, argue, expand the question?
3.	A concluding sentence? - - - 1 point
d.	Do you use complete sentences? - - 1 point
e.	Does your essay address the question adequately? - - 1 point
You will earn at least 1 point for submitting something, and up to 4/5 points for doing a good job.  If you do all MODULE assignments, you will earn 40-50 points towards your total, plus the weekly embedded quizzes (3 points each).

If you are ill, or have a personal problem, which makes you miss class or fall behind, it is essential you notify the Instructor via e-mail ASAP.  Since assignments may not be made up, unless you have a valid problem, you will need to keep close tabs on your progress through the CANVAS Gradebook. 

SUBMITTING WORK:
Submit through CANVAS (preferred), or
Submit via e-mail to willis.moore@chaminade.edu, 
NOTE: acceptable Formats are docx, pdf or rtf - -  other formats can be problematic.  Please note that you really cannot compose/submit from your smart phone!!!

ADA Accommodations:
Chaminade University faculty and staff stand ready to assist you with any requests for special consideration and ADA accommodations. Do not hesitate to ask:  You may speak with/e-mail professor, or Dean of students (Switchboard will connect you . . . .808-735-4711) to be connected to helpful people.

EXTRA (bonus points!) work:
For this class, if you view a movie, then write about a 1-page critique/review of the film, or attend guided visit to the HAWAIIAN MISSION HOUSES, or perhaps another “extra credit” activity, you will receive 1-2-3 bonus points.  Details will be given along with the assignments.

This class utilizes CANVAS:  The grade book is found in CANVAS, assignments are posted in CANVAS, and you may submit work through CANVAS.  PLEASE COMMUNICATE, however, using e-mail:  willis.moore@chaminade.edu.