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HIS 276: United States History Since World War II - 3 Credits
Instructor: Charles Errico

Overview


This course examines the exciting and important last 50 years of American history. Students will view 26 video productions that will include lectures from historical locations, film footage, still pictures, and dozens of interviews. The textbook will provide an interpretive journey through the events that have changed the lives of almost every American. Political and diplomatic history will receive attention; but so will social and cultural trends that have had a dramatic impact on women and minorities in our society. Students will interpret original historical documents, prepare a letter of introduction, take three exams and prepare a written project.
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Objectives

If you do well in this course, you will be able to:

  • Critically analyze and form independent conclusions on the events that have had a major impact on America since 1945.

  • Understand the personalities and motivating principles of the people who influenced recent foreign and domestic policy decisions.

  • Appreciate the struggle for equality in race, class, and gender that marked the last 50 years and still challenges society today.

  • Enjoy the drama of the past and instill a desire to continue to study history.
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Materials

The required books for this course are:

  • The Unfinished Journey, William H. Chafe, 5th ed., 2003

For information on how to order your textbooks, go to http://eli.nvcc.edu/books/

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Grading

Your course grade will be determined by the following points:

Assignments
Points
3 Exams (100 points each)
300
Written Report
100
Total:
400


Grading Scale
Points
A
360 points or more
B
320-359
C
280-319
D
240-279
F
Less than 240
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Exams

There are 3 exams in this course. You are expected to take your examinations at one of the NVCC campus Testing Centers. Be sure to allow enough time to complete your exam before the Testing Center closes; Testing Centers have specific policies relating to the administration of ELI exams. You will need to take a photo ID, your NovaConnect empl ID number, and the appropriate Exam Pass when you go to the Testing Center.  

For Testing Center locations, hours of operation and policies, click here.

For information on taking exams outside of the metropolitan area, click here.

 
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ELI Policies and Procedures


This is an Extended Learning Institute (ELI) course. ELI courses differ from campus courses in several important ways, including enrollment dates, communication with faculty, assignment completion requirements, and exams. You must follow ELI's policies and procedures if you take this course. Read (or review) ELI's Policies and Procedures before you begin the course. If you have questions, call ELI at (703) 323-3347 or (888) 435-6822.
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Contacting the Instructor

I am here to help you succeed in this course. Occasionally questions or problems may arise. Here is how to contact me when they do:

Email: cerrico@nvcc.edu
Phone: 703-878-5639

You may also call me to schedule a meeting in person, either at ELI or my campus office. 
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Beginning the Course

1. Use your web browser to connect to http://www.nvcc.edu/bbstart. Follow the directions to determine your email, Blackboard and VIVA account user names and passwords.
2. Access your email account and make sure you know how to use it; you will be required to use this account for all course-related email.
3. Log on to Blackboard at http://learn.vccs.edu.
4. Click on this course under "My Courses." Review the entire course to make sure you understand what will be required of you. Then start completing the assignments.

Please note that account generation takes approximately one week from the time of your paid registration. If you cannot log on after one week, contact the IT Help Desk. If you can log on to Blackboard, but your course isn't listed, please contact ELI or your instructor.