Course Syllabus
Welcome
We are pleased that you selected this course to fulfill your unique educational needs. You are now a member of the Mizzou Academy's global student body.
Course Description
World History provides insights into our cultural origins, as well as cultures with which we might be less familiar. World History embraces all humanity, not just certain nations, ethnic groups, or civilizations. It allows us to understand our past, which in turn allows us to understand our present. In this course, you will examine the development of ancient civilizations, as well as how these civilizations have contributed to today's world.
Required Materials
No textbook is needed for this course. A headset may be beneficial when watching videos.
Exams
You are required to take two exams for this course.
Grades
Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on assignments and exams. Points are earned in the following manner:
| Source | Available Points |
| Quizzes | 40 points |
| Writing Assignments | 30 points |
| Projects | 60 points |
| Exams | 55 points |
| Total Points Possible | 185 |
The following grading scale applies to this course:
| Grade | Percentage |
|---|---|
| A | 90–100 |
| B | 80–89 |
| C | 70–79 |
| D | 60–69 |
| F | 0–59 |
After completing the course, unofficial transcripts will be available in the Tiger Portal. See this page for information on requesting official transcripts.
Canvas and Technical Support - middle school
Canvas is the where course content, grades, and communication will reside for this course.
- courses.mizzouk12.missouri.edu
- This course is mobile-friendly. Download the mobile apps on your iOS, Android device. Links to an external site.
- Getting Started with Canvas
- For Canvas, Passwords, or any other computer-related technical support create a ticket in Canvas or contact Mizzou Academy Support.
- How to Get Help in Canvas Links to an external site.
- Mizzou Academy Support Phone: +1 855 256-4975
- Tiger Portal login - http://mizzouk12.missouri.edu (Links to an external site.)
- Mizzou Academy Email - mizzouk12online@missouri.edu
Technical Requirements
The most up-to-date requirements can be found here:
- Computer Requirements Links to an external site.
- Browser Requirements Links to an external site.
- Examity Proctoring FAQs Links to an external site.
- Microphone (external or internal)
- Webcam
Course Summary:
| Date | Details | Due |
|---|---|---|
| Quiz Exam: Lessons 1-3 | ||
| Quiz Exam: Lessons 4-7 | ||
| Assignment Lesson 1 Writing Assignment: The Importance of History [10] | ||
| Assignment Lesson 10 Assignment: Innovation in the Ancient World [15] | ||
| Quiz Lesson 2 Quiz: Prehistoric Civilizations | ||
| Quiz Lesson 4 Quiz: Egypt | ||
| Assignment Lesson 5 Assignment: A Day in the Life [15] | ||
| Quiz Lesson 6 Quiz: Indus River Valley | ||
| Assignment Lesson 8 Assignment: The Olympics [10] | ||
| Quiz Lesson 9 Quiz: Ancient Rome |