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This one year course will take students on a journey throughout
Louisiana exploring the people, places, geography, and events
that make the state so unique. Our study will center around
several questions. How does knowledge of the past help us
understand the present? How is Louisiana a reflection of
the various cultures that make up our state? How does Louisiana’s
location on the Mississippi River impact the state? Important
academic and social skills will develop as the students expand
their research and technology skills, read for specific content,
work in cooperative learning groups, and practice personal
accountability.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
- Arrive on time for class.
- Read assignments carefully with a focus on main ideas.
- Bring necessary materials to class.
- Complete written assignments before class.
- Take advantage of class time to ask questions and gain understanding.
- Remember that a positive attitude combined with good study
habits lays a stong foundation for success.
- Let the Honor Code be your guide in
all your decision making.
GRADES
Grades are based on total point count. Points are earned for the
following:
- Written Homework------10 points
- Homework quizzes------5/10 points
- Map quests------------30-40 points
- Classwork-- -----------10--20 points
- Tests------------------80--100 points
- Projects----------------vary from 50 to 100 point--usually
one per quarter except first quarter
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