Course Syllabus

united states history B

Mizzou Academy

 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

This course examines the major events and turning points of U.S. history from the early inhabitants through the modern age, and their impact on political, social, and economic change on the rise of the United States to global prominence.  Based on a theme of socio-economic history, US History B explores changes in the family and workplace, as well as the phenomena of mobility, migration, urbanization, industrialization, and social movements.

 Course Overview

U.S. History B begins with an overview of North America's major indigenous nations and their first interactions with European explorers and ends with the political realities of the 21st Century.  In addition, the course teaches students how to read, understand, analyze, and interpret a wide variety of both primary and secondary texts together with maps, graphs, and pictorial materials.  Lastly, students will put their knowledge and understanding into practice through written communication skills.

 Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for U.S. History B.

 Pacing

This course can be completed in as few as six weeks or take up to 6 months (180 calendar days). The six weeks are counted from the date of the first lesson submission and not the date of enrollment.

 Required Materials

No outside textbook is required for this course.  Speakers or a pair of headphones (headphones preferred) would be beneficial for reviewing videos.

 Technical Requirements

The most up-to-date requirements can be found here: 

•   Computer Requirements
•   Browser Requirements
•   Proctoring Requirements
• Microphone (external or internal)
• Webcam

Additional requirements for the course are below: 

• audio and video recording capabilities (e.g. smartphone, camera)

 Accessibility

If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let   Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please   contact Mizzou Academy.

 Exams

You are required to take two (2) proctored exams for this course. Each exam will contain multiple-choice questions. There are two writing prompts that are part of the examination category. However, the writing prompts will be submitted separately, and are not part of the proctored time.

 Grades

Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on assignments and exams.

The following grading scale will be used.

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

Canvas will be used as the primary platform for accessing course materials and assignments for this class.

• Access Canvas through the Tiger Portal   https://mizzouacademy.missouri.edu/
• For assistance with Canvas, passwords, or other technical issues, submit a ticket by selecting Help from the Global Navigation menu on the left in Canvas. Additional information is provided in the following Canvas Guide:   How do I get help with Canvas as a student?
• For questions about enrollment, access to courses, exam proctoring, or billing, contact our Support Services Team at (855) 256-4975 or   mizzouacademy@missouri.edu.