Lectures are primarily topical in nature, and are not designed to cover only text material. All material does not come directly from the text. Rather, the course presents an overview of each era by presenting pertinent, thought-provoking topics. Special attention to discussions will be paid to the supplementary material, but the instructor encourages relevant discussion at any time. Students should be prepared to participate in the class by reading the assigned material listed in the syllabus before attending the class.
Class periods begin and end as per the college schedule.
Latecomers should quietly take their seats. The course is designed to improve student critical reading, thinking, writing, problem solving and decision making skills. By successfully completing the course, students should learn the fundamental principles, generalizations and theories of U.S. history. The course should also enhance students' abilities to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments and points of view. You may purchase these in paperback editions at the bookstore.