Undergraduate Syllabus

Colonial America

% Breakdown of the Course:

Essay on the Documents                   15%
Map Assignments                                 5%
Exams                                                   80%

Essay on the Documents

Write an essay on the documents. The essay should be approximately 5 to 7 pages, or 1250-1750 words, in length. See the Assignments page. Turn in the essays by email. 

Maps

There will be two sets of maps to label on the British American colonies.  See the Maps page and the Assignments page.

Attendance & Participation

Good attendance (2 absences that have not been excused) is expected, is essential for taking good notes, and, along with class participation, will aid you if you have a borderline grade. (Note that if tardy, you should see me after class to make sure you have not been counted absent.)