Professor Michelle Moran
HS202 - History of the United States, a Survey Course: from 1865 to the Present Department of History and Political Science
Rockville Campus Phone: 240-567-7276, Fax: 240-567-7278, Department Phone: 240-567-5178 Office Hours: M, 4-6 p.m., T/R, 11 a.m.-noon, W, 1-2 p.m. Michelle.Moran@montgomerycollege.edu
WELCOME MESSAGE
Welcome to HS202 - History of the United States, a Survey Course: from 1865 to the Present,
Welcome to HS 202, History of the United States since 1865. Please be sure to log on to the course WebCT site on the first day of scheduled classes to download the syllabus, get acquainted with the site, and become familiar with the information and tools that will help you succeed in the course. I look forward to working with you this semester.
FACULTY INFORMATION
Instructor: Dr. Michelle Moran
Office: HU 267 (in the History and Political Science Department office suite)
Office Hours: M, 4-6 p.m.; T/R, 11 a.m.-noon, W, 1-2 p.m.
Office Phone: 240-567-7276
Email: michelle.moran@montgomerycollege.edu
CATALOG DESCRIPTION
Focuses on the various components of weight management and strategies for a healthier lifestyle. Topics include an examination of nutrition fundamentals, the impact of physical activity on weight management, and analysis of various weight loss programs. The physiological, sociological, and psychological aspects of weight management will be addressed. Students will complete a lifestyle and nutritional analysis, develop nutritionally sound dietary plans, and participate in a specialized exercise program tailored to address their personalized weight management goals. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, RD 120. Three hours each week.
COURSE PREREQUISITES
Students must meet the assessment level requirements by being able to register for EN 101/101A and RD 120.
TEXTBOOK
The following books are required and can be purchased online at a site such as amazon.com:
1. Give Me Liberty, Vol. 2, Seagull edition, by Eric Foner (978-0393931082)
2. Voices of Freedom, Vol. 2, ed. by Eric Foner (978-0393927849)
3. Rumor of War by Philip Caputo (978-0805046953)
Please have these texts by the first week of class.
ONLINE REQUIREMENTS
Each week, you will read a chapter of the textbook and of the documents collection, actively participate in the online discussion, and take a quiz. In addition, during the course of the semester you will write two two-page papers and one five-page essay. You will also take a midterm and a final exam.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
You will need the following to participate online:
Expect to spend at least six hours online each week. Ideally, you should expect to login at least four times a week, even if some logins only involve checking for announcements, mail, or new postings.
2. A web browser such as Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox. For full details on compatible browsers and Browser Tune-up instructions for WebCT see http://www2.blackboard.com/tuneup
Tune-up instructions allow you to make sure that your computer can handle all of the WebCT files.
ON-CAMPUS REQUIREMENTS
There are no on-campus requirements.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
None.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you need additional information, please contact me at michelle.moran@montgomerycollege.edu.
