Syllabus and Course Policies Quiz

Which of the following best describes the main goal of this class as outlined in the syllabus?

• To memorize a series of dates and facts

• To learn patterns, flows of events, and the inescapability of human nature

• To focus only on recent history

• To study only wars and revolutions

What does it mean to "contextualize" in the context of this class?

• To memorize historical dates

• To imagine life in a particular time and place

• To write essays about the present

• To ignore historical evidence

If a student wants to turn in work after the five day grace period and has no valid reason why it wasn't submitted on time, what is the likely result?

• The work will be accepted with a penalty of having to go to Success

• The work will be accepted for full credit

• The work will not be accepted and they will get a zero

• The student can appeal for more time

A student wants to retake a mastery assessment. What is the maximum score they can earn on the retake?

• 100%

• 90%

• 80%

• 70%

Which of the following is a requirement for grade appeals according to the syllabus?

• Appeals can be made at any time during the year

• Appeals must be made within ten school days of the grade being issued

• Appeals are not allowed

• Appeals must be made by parents only

What is my policy on rounding grades?

• Grades are always rounded up for every student

• Grades are never rounded

• Grades are rounded if a student has no missing work and is within .5 of the next grade

• Grades are rounded at the end of each semester for students who worked real hard most of the time

What is the main role of Mr. Cobun as a teacher according to his teaching philosophy?

• To give lectures and assign homework

• To foster a love of history and develop life skills

• To grade papers quickly

• To focus only on test scores

Which essential life skills does Mr. Cobun aim to cultivate in his students?

• Memorization and repetition

• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication

• Drawing and painting

• Typing and computer programming

Which of the following is a non-negotiable aspect of Mr. Cobun’s communication policy?

• All communication is based on mutual respect

• All communication must be in person

• Only parents can communicate with the teacher

• Communication is optional

If a student emails Mr. Cobun and does not receive a response within 24 hours, what should they do?

• Wait another week

• Resend the email

• Call the school office

• Ignore the issue