SOCIAL STUDIES SKILLS

WITH MR. TRUPIN

COURSE DESCRIPTION

    This course is offered as a social studies elective to students who have not yet fulfilled their regent's requirements in social studies. The focus of the course is to work with students on an individual basis in order to improve their r knowledge and skill level in either Global Studies or American History. Particular Attention will be paid to essay writing and document analysis.

Class Expectations

• Attend class regularly

• Arrive to class on time

• Bring notebook to class everyday

• Bring textbook/review book to class everyday

• Complete Assignments on time

Grading rubric

1. Attendance/Lateness = =>    25%

2. Classwork   = = = = = = = =>    25%

3. Homework = = = = = = = = =>    25%

4. Tests/quizes = = = = = = = =>     25%

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