History 1120 - European History to 1660 (X)
MWF 11-11:50 Office: Garinger 133
Winn 109 Phone: 704-687-4636
Dr. Laurent jklauren@uncc.edu
Office hours: MWF, 9-9:50, 12-12:50 or by appointment
This course is designed to introduce you to the basic elements of European history from its beginnings to the 17 th century. You are responsible for information in lectures, assigned readings, and audiovisual presentations.
• Three exams, two during the semester and a final exam. Each exam will count 25% of the grade. A study guide will be provided a week before each exam.
• A short research paper, 5-7 pages, on any topic approved by me falling within the time period covered by the course. Suggestions for topics will be given in class. The paper is due Apr. 7. It will count 15% of the grade.
• In-class quizzes and attendance will count 10% of the final grade. Quizzes will be announced one class day before they are given.
Make-up exams or quizzes will be given only to students who have a valid and documented medical or activities-related excuse for absence.
The following books are required texts for the course.
Donald Kagan et al., The Western Heritage to 1715 (vol. 1)
Perry et al., Sources of the Western Tradition (vol. 1)
• Jan. 12-16
Introduction Kagan, chap. 1
The Ancient Near East Perry, chap. 1
2. Jan. 21-23 Kagan, chap. 2
The Ancient Near East Perry, chap. 2
The Greeks
3. Jan. 26-30 Kagan, chap. 3
The Greeks Perry, chap. 3
4. Feb. 2-6 Kagan, chap. 4
The Rise of Rome Perry, chap. 4
5. Feb. 9-13 Kagan, chap. 5
The Roman Empire Perry, chap. 5, 6
6. Feb. 16-20 Kagan, chap. 6
The Early Middle Ages Perry, chap. 7
Exam #1, Feb. 16
7. Feb. 23-27 Kagan, chap. 7
The Revival of Europe Perry, chap. 8
8. March 1-5
Medieval Kingship
9. Mar. 15-19 Kagan, chap. 8
Medieval Society
10. Mar. 22-26 Kagan, chap. 9
The Fourteenth Century Crisis
11. Mar. 29-Apr. 2
*Exam #2, Mar. 29 Kagan, chap. 10
The Italian Renaissance Perry, chap. 9
12. Apr. 5-7
Renaissance and Discovery
Paper due, Apr. 7
13. Apr. 12-16 Kagan, chap. 11
The Protestant Reformation Perry, chap. 10
14. Apr. 19-23 Kagan, chap. 12
The Counter-Reformation and Perry, chap. 11
Wars of Religion
15. Apr. 26-30 Kagan, chap. 14
The Scientific Revolution Perry, chap. 12
16. May 3
Course Summary
Final Exam: Wed., May 12, 12-3 p.m.
Classroom Policies
Missing Class:
Attendance will be taken, usually once a week, and will count, along with quizzes, for 10% of the final grade. Absences may be excused if the student has a documented illness or university-related activity (i.e., sports, participation in a field trip or the like). If you miss a class, it is your responsibility to get notes from another student. If I have to miss class because of illness, the History department secretary will put a notice on the door to that effect. If there is no notice, wait at least 15 minutes before assuming that there is no class.
Academic Integrity Violations
All students are required to abide by the Code of Student Academic Integrity. Violations of the Code, including plagiarism, will result in disciplinary action as provided in the Code. Definitions and examples of plagiarism are set forth in the Code. The Code is available from the Dean of Students Office or on-line at http://www.legal.uncc.edu/policies/ps-105.html .
Cell phones, beepers, etc.:
The use of cell phones, beepers, or other communication devices is disruptive, and is therefore prohibited during class. Except in emergencies, those using such devices must leave the classroom.
Goal Statement for this course:
This course satisfies Goal X of the General Education requirements. According to the statement for Goal X, students should be able to
-understand how institutions operate with societies in both contemporary and historical perspectives.
-understand internal and external influences that promote and inhibit human action.
-understand the patterns of change that individuals experience at various points in life.
-recognize the complex, integrated, and dynamic nature of human behavior and human experience.
-understand the commonalities, differences, and interdependence among and within societies of the world.