History Journal Entry #1

In this course, you will complete a series of History Journal entries, which you will submit twice during the term. Refer to the Assignments and Course Schedule on Syllabus Page 2 for due dates.

Journal  #1

In this first journal activity, you may write about any topic(s) of your choice, but it is best to use the textbook to study.

• For this activity, topics should address content covered in Chapters 16 – 21 in the textbook.
  • It is expected that, at a minimum, you are reading the assigned textbook chapters.
  • You are encouraged to read collateral historical writings on topics covered in the textbook.
• This activity will consist of 10 separate journal entries; you will have a total of 20 entries by the end of the course.
• Each separate entry should:
  • contain a minimum of 120 words.
  • consist of a summary, paraphrase, and synthesis of material you are reading/studying in this course.
  • be written in your own words – do not quote the work of others verbatim.
  • discuss the subject matter that you are studying – do not simply agree/disagree.
• Your study involves, first and foremost, learning the nation’s past; doing so requires a review of previously published studies, so you are encouraged to conduct research using outside resources, but be sure to draft your journal entries in your own words.
  • Direct quotations should not be used; citations are not necessary.
  • Do not copy/paste information from any source.
  • No citations

Foner, E., Give Me Liberty: An American History, 4th Edition, W. W. Norton & Company