HIS 5450

Logistics

Course: Thursdays, 5-7:50 pm · Anne Belk Hall 226 · Three (3) Credit Hours
Instructor: Dr. Rwany Sibaja · [office] ABH 220 · [email] sibajaro@appstate.edu · [web] rwanysibaja.com · [Zoom ID] https://appstate.zoom.us/j/4651190141

About the Course

History/Social Studies Education (HIS 5450) is the graduate-level research and methodology course at Appalachian State University. At its heart, the course is designed to help participants develop their own identity as history educators, whether their professional journey takes them to a 9-12 school, community college, four-year college, museum, or another arena.

Listed as a capstone course for the Master of Arts degree in History (Teaching Concentration), HIS 5450 asks participants to work towards the completion of a Product of Learning portfolio. This product is informed by a participant’s research on best practices and current trends (or issues) in history/social studies education. The goal is to develop curriculum plans, materials, and assessments that can be implemented in a classroom setting, or in other educational settings.

Primary Objective of the Course

Participants should be able to … further develop their own identity as a history educator

Additional objectives for the course
  1. Participants should be able to … assess current trends in history/social studies education
  2. Participants should be able to … design a curricular approach focused on generating an active learning classroom environment in the history classroom
  3. Participants should be able to … analyze how assessments can inform instruction and course design in history
  4. Participants should be able to … develop a toolkit of digital tools, resources, and methodological approaches

Structure of the Course

The first aspect of this course you should be aware of is that it employs a hybrid instructional model. The role of the instructor is not only to lead seminar-type discussions but to also help students reach their goals as a coach and facilitator. It is imperative that the instructor and participants work together to meet the objectives of the class, foster a collaborative learning climate, and help guide each other when necessary. Presentations by the instructor will only take place when they are necessary in order to move group discussions forward.

For the fall semester, we should not have many weather issues. However, in case of emergencies, attendance expectations may be flexible (check emails for any change in schedule). For specific absence policies, see “Grades” below.

Course Materials

HIS 5450 requires three books to purchase, with an additional book added here as an ideal option. All other readings will be accessible through our shared Zotero group folder (App State HIS 5450). See this Google Doc for a week-by-week list of readings. All readings have links in Zotero and are grouped by week in the HIS 5450 folder.

Always bring your preferred computing device (laptop, tablet, phone). In case there are any issues, we have access to departmental laptops in case you need it. Most importantly, though, bring your imagination and work ethic to every meeting.

Textbooks

  • Johnson, Elisabeth, Evelyn Ramos, Larry Ferlazzo, and Katie Hull Sypnieski. The Social Studies Teacher’s Toolbox: Hundreds of Practical Ideas to Support Your Students. Hoboken, NJ: Jossey-Bass, 2020.
  • Wineburg, Sam, Daisy Martin, and Chauncey Monte-Sano. Reading Like a Historian: Teaching Literacy in Middle and High School History Classrooms―Aligned with Common Core State Standards. 2nd edition. New York: Teachers College Press, 2012.
  • Zevin, Jack, and David Gerwin. Teaching World History as Mystery. New York: Routledge, 2011.
  • [Provided by the Instructor] Suarez, Ray. Latino Americans: The 500-Year Legacy That Shaped a Nation. New York: Celebra, 2013.
Other
  • [Optional, but helpful] Allender, Tim, Anna Clark, and Robert Parkes, eds. Historical Thinking for History Teachers: A New Approach to Engaging Students and Developing Historical Consciousness. 1st edition. Crows Nest, NSW: Routledge, 2019.

COURSE POLICIES

Attendance

Because this is a small class in which we’ll be doing a fair amount of project work, arriving on time is essential. As a graduate course that marries a “seminar+lab” work format, it is disrespectful to show up while someone else is speaking, disturbing his or her train of thought. Please extend the same courtesy to others that you would expect when you are the one speaking. Attendance expectations are stated in the “Grading” section of the syllabus.

Medical and Other Issues

Every semester, an illness or a family emergency forces someone to miss an assignment or even class day. If you find yourself in this situation, speak to the instructor as soon as possible in person, by phone, or by email. Without an effort to communicate, missed assignments should be evaluated as such by both instructor and class participant (this may include class participation).

Academic Integrity

By enrolling in this course, each student assumes the responsibilities of an active participant in ASU’s scholarly community in which everyone’s academic work and behavior are held to the highest standards of honesty. You can read the full .pdf document on ASU’s policy on plagiarism and cheating at academicintegrity.appstate.edu (click on “Academic Integrity Code”).

Equity & Inclusion

The Department of History at Appalachian State University is committed to supporting our students and fostering an environment that is free of bias, discrimination, and harassment, in the classroom and in the broader university community. We are a faculty that strives to model reflection, advocacy, and care for the community in order to work toward an equitable, democratic, and sustainable society. We value your participation in this process.

If you feel that our courses, programs, or department fall short of this commitment, we encourage you to engage in dialogue with your instructor and/or other program faculty. Please visit https://edc.appstate.edu/equity-issues for information related to Appalachian State University’s Title IX and http://academicaffairs.appstate.edu/syllabi for the most up-to-date policies on students with special needs, academic integrity, religious observances, and student engagement with courses.

Reporting Obligations

To meet this commitment, and to comply with state and federal laws, Appalachian faculty are required to formally report instances of interpersonal violence, such as sexual harassment, relationship violence, stalking, and retaliation, to the Office of Title IX Compliance. Those impacted by interpersonal violence will be provided support, resources, and applicable information. Please visit https://titleix.appstate.edu or call (828) 262-2144 for more information.

Technology

It should be obvious, but participants in this course are encouraged to bring their own laptop and/or tablet to class when possible. Please silence mobile computing alerts and ringers before class begins.

Food Insecurity

Any student who has difficulty affording groceries or accessing sufficient food to eat every day, or who lacks a safe and stable place to live, and believes this may affect their performance in the course, is urged to contact the Dean of Students, 324 Plemmons Student Union, for a list of resources and support. The ASU Food Pantry and Free Store is a free resource with pantry and personal care items, located in the Office of Sustainability on the bottom floor of East Hall. Furthermore, please notify the professor if you are comfortable in doing so. This will enable us to assist you with finding the resources you may need.

Special Needs / Disability Resources

Appalachian State University is committed to providing an inclusive experience, accessible learning environments, and equal opportunity to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Individuals needing reasonable accommodations should contact the Office of Disability Resources (828.262.3056 or odr.appstate.edu).

ELL students are encouraged to make use of the University Writing Center. Consultants can help with the unique needs of these students, including clarity, organization, grammar and spelling, formatting, and the theory and practice of documenting outside resources. Consultants can also help students better understand assignment guidelines. To make an appointment, call 262-3144 or visit the website (writingcenter.appstate.edu) for current hours and additional information and resources.


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