Course Information: Survey African American Exper  (21759)

A survey and understanding of the cultural, economic, political, psychological and social development of African Americans and an analysis of their contemporary status.

Required Materials:   African Americans A Concise History Combined Volume 5th Editon Authors Darlene Hine, William C. Hine, Stanley Harrold Edition 2, illustrated Publisher Pearson ISBN 0205969062, 9780205969067
Technical Requirements:   AFRS 1501: Professor: Dr. Amir J. Touré SPR 2018 Office: 107 2 Semester Hours: Office Phone: TBA Sections: Email: toureaj@savannahstate.edu Text: 9122205966 GROUPME is encouraged CHECK SSU EMAIL ADDRESS: Info, Assignments, and Instructions are sent via Webmail. Office Hrs: TBA; and Other times scheduled by appointment. Issued 8/17, 1/18 African Americans A Concise History Combined Volume 5th Editon Authors Darlene Hine, William C. Hine, Stanley Harrold Edition 2, illustrated Publisher Pearson ISBN 0205969062, 9780205969067 ****EVERYONE MUST TAKE THE FINAL - NO EXCEPTIONS. YOU WILL TAKE THE FINAL ON THE DAY IT IS SCHEDULED BY THE INSTITUTION. Everyone is a scholar. It is expected that you will carry yourself as such. You must participate. If you are requested to participate and you refused your final grade will be affected. ______________ Initials COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Survey of the African American Experience is a holistic survey of the African American experience. Drawing on the Social and Behavioral Science disciplines of history, sociology, anthropology, psychology, and political science as well as the Humanities disciplines of art, music, and literature the course is intended to provide the learner with an understanding of the cultural, economic, political, social, and psychological development of African Americans and a critical analysis of their contemporary position. COURSE GOALS The goal of AFRS 1501 is to help students develop the skills, competency, and knowledge necessary to cultivate their potential as learners and scholars. The course encourages students to engage in four processes—inquiry, interaction, relationality and reflection. COURSE OBJECTIVES A. Introduce students to African origins of African Americans, inclusive of other Africans in the Diaspora, and the specific historical processes that have shaped that community in the North American context; B. Provide students with information on African American (and other Diasporic African) responses to New World challenges and struggles; C. Provide students with critical and analytical frameworks necessary for examining the history and culture of African Americans; D. Introduce students to interdisciplinary theories and paradigms in both African and African American thought and in other traditions that assist in the examination of African American history and culture. COURSE OUTCOMES After completing this course students should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the sociocultural and historical forces that have shaped African Americans communities and the role African Americans play in shaping society in the United States and beyond. Demonstrate general knowledge of the unique history and culture of African Americans as well as an appreciation for its role as a part of a wider human experience. Show a capacity for sustained and independent intellectual inquiry in the body of knowledge that comprises African American Studies. Successfully employ appropriate critical and analytical approaches when investigating material in African American history and culture. Required Text: African Americans A Concise History Combined Volume 5th Edition Pearson Authors Darlene Hine, William C. Hine, Stanley Harrold COURSE REQUIREMENTS There will be exams consisting primarily of short answer questions OR topics. These exams will constitute the exam grade. There will be unannounced quizzes dispersed throughout the semester; group assignments; book and article reviews; individual assignments. These quizzes, group assignments, book and article reviews, and individual assignments will be averaged together with exams for the final grade. Exams and quizzes may not be made up without a valid and verifiable explanation (such as medical, legal, or institutional). However, even these documents do not necessarily guarantee an excuse recognized by the instructor. CLASS RULES Education is a serious endeavor and should be approached from a serious perspective. The classroom is a learning environment and should be treated as such. There is no place for foolishness, chicanery, childish or thuggish behavior in the university classroom. During the course of the semester students will be required to conduct themselves in a mature, studious, and respectful manner. The following behavior will not be tolerated in the classroom under any circumstances!!! 1. Disruptive Talking. Students are not to hold private conversations while the instructor is lecturing or while a question is being asked or answered or while a fellow student is trying to express an opinion or point of view. 2. Tardiness. Students are to be punctual. Be on time for class. Students arriving after the instructor has started class (lecturing, administering quiz etc.) will not be allowed in the classroom. 3. Sleeping. The classroom is not the appropriate place to sleep. Sleep in the dormitory, in a parked automobile, on a park bench or in some other cozy place. Do not come to class to sleep! 4. Communication Devices. Cell phones, beepers, pagers, and other electronic devices are to be turned off before you enter the classroom. 5. Disruptive, Abusive, and Hostile Behavior. Behavior that is inappropriate will not be tolerated in the classroom. Students should show respect for themselves, their classmates and peers, and the instructor at all times. You are enrolled in this class to study and learn; not to prove your womanhood or manhood, or to prove a point. 6. Class Activities. Take all class activities seriously. Everything that is done in class is done for a logical reason, which might not be immediately clear to you. 7. Attendance. You cannot learn if you are not present. Students who intend to be successful in this course must attend class on a regular and consistent basis. Excessive absences will impact negatively performance and outcomes. FOR CLASSES HELD TWICE A WEEK YOU ARE ALLOWED TWO (2) UNEXCUSED ABSENCES. FOR CLASSES HELD ONCE A WEEK YOU ARE ALLOWED ONE (1) UNEXCUSED ABSENCE. IF YOU EXCEED THE ALLOTTED UNEXCUSED ABSENCES YOU WILL FAIL THE COURSE DUE TO EXCESSIVE UNEXCUSED ABSENCES. 8. Attitude. Have a positive, enthusiastic attitude. This course is being offered for your enrichment, enlightenment, and enjoyment. It is not intended to be an exercise in torture or a waste of time. 9. ***No 15 Minutes Rule – You remain in class until the Professor arrives. 10. Clothing – No unseemly attire exposing underwear or body parts deemed inappropriate for public viewing under the laws of the State of Georgia, or City of Savannah, or the City of Thunderbolt. 11. Class Seating - Seating is set up alphabetically based on class roll from 1st day of class. Late registrants will be seated accordingly. GROUP OR INDIVIDUAL PRESENTATIONS/PROJECTS Presentations or Projects will focus on ORGANIZATIONS, SOCIAL MOVEMENTS, EVENTS, or PEOPLE that have been discussed in the text, class and/or in a discussion during the semester. Grading Criteria for Presentation (0 - 100 POINTS) 1. Comprehension/Thoroughness on Topic or Matter 2. Organization/Structure of Presentation 3. Ability to Engage Class or Professor in Discussion, Presentation, or 4. Quality of Expression (Eye contact, articulation, audio/visual etc., or presentation of position or basis and analysis of position) 5. Detail Research (List Supporting Research Information) Late assignments will be lowered one letter grade for each day they are overdue. If the student fails to complete all course requirements, he or she is subject to failure. All students are required to take the final exam on the official date and at the official time scheduled by the University without exception!!! Some students may be exempt from the final based on exemplary scholarly work or contributions to the course over the duration of the semester. Of course, no form of cheating is allowed. In the case of cheating, the procedures described in the Student Handbook will be followed and such behavior may result in disciplinary sanctions that lead to failure of the course suspension, dismissal or expulsion from the University. All exams are essays. Assignments are single space when written in standard English writing form. There are no make up exams. GRADING Exams, Quizzes, Presentations, Assignments, Group Work, Attendance - 70%. Final - 20%. Class Participation 10%. 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 70-79 = C 60-69 = D 1 – 59 = F ****BONUS Extra Credit is allowed and encouraged. Extra Credit is factored in at the end of the semester. Extra Credit serves as a bonus. Extra credit is earned via participation, attendance, or operation at designated functions, events, social service activities, community service, educational service, goodwill or citizenship service or Dashiki Monday. Documentation must be provided to me in order to received Extra Credit. Dashiki Monday is a continual extra credit activity during the semester. TENTATIVE COURSE OUTLINE (****TIMELY ISSUES WILL SUPERSEDE OUTLINE) WEEK 1 INTRODUCTIONS, SSU History, Proverbs, GRADED ASSIGNMENTS - ***Syllabus Documentation; Personal History, Family History, and Interview with Oldest Family; emailed by 11:59 pm 1-16-18 Day Class and 11:59 pm 1-17-18 Eveninng Class. WEEK 2 CLASSICAL AFRICAN CIVILIZATIONS, AFRICAN HIGH CULTURE AND ANCIENT AFRICA WEEK 3 CLASSICAL AFRICAN CIVILIZATIONS, AFRICAN HIGH CULTURE AND ANCIENT AFRICA WEEK 4 MODERN AFRICAN EMPIRES, MAAFA AND THE PSYCHOLOGY OF RITUALS, CONTACT OUTSIDE OF AFRICA AND THE FOUNDATION OF THE DIASPORA, GRADED ASSIGNMENT ***SSU HISTORY emailed by 11:59 pm 1-30-18 Day Class and 11:59 pm 1-31-18 Evening Class. WEEK 5 DIASPORA SURVIVAL AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS WEEK 6 THE ETERNAL DESIRE OF FREEDOM AND THE FIGHT TO MAINTAIN IDENTITY, GRADED ASSIGNMENT ***SSU STUDENT MOVEMENTS (1960’S – PRESENT) emailed by 11:59 pm 2-13-18 Day Class and 11:59 pm 2-14-18 Evening Class. WEEK 7 DEBUNKING MYTHS, AND STEREOTYPES OF EARLY AFRICANS AND TRADITIONS IN THE AMERICAS DURING THE COLONIAL PERIOD. 1ST TEST ESSAY - TENATIVE WEEK 8 MEDSIN FEY AND OTHER TRADITIONS STILL ALIVE AND BACK TO AFRICA. WEEK 9 CHANGING FROM AFRICAN TO COLORED WEEK 10 AFRICAN PROTEST, REVOLTS AND INDEPENDENCE WEEK 11 ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE BEST OF THE BEST WEEK 12 RECONSTRUCTING LIVES, TRADITIONS, AND FAMILIES FIGHTING FOR FREEDOM, THE SOUTH WON THE WAR WEEK 13 INSTITUTION BUILDING WEEK 14 THE NEW NEGRO, THE NEW AFRICAN GRADED ASSIGNMENT DUE THIS WEEK ***BLACK WALL STREET, TULSA, OKLAHOMA; ALL BLACK TOWNS; HARLEM RENAISSANCE AND CHICAGO RENAISSANCE WEEK 15 GREAT ACCOMPLISHMENT BAD PR CAMPAIGN WEEK16 STUDENT MOVEMENTS AND SOCIETAL CHANGE WEEK 17 WHERE DO AFRICANS STAND? WEEK 18 FINAL EXAMINATION Disability Accommodations, Homelessness and Personal Counseling on campus Savannah State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to students with documented disabilities, as required under federal law. Disabilities may include learning disabilities, ADD, psychological disorders, brain injury, Autism spectrum disorders, serious chronic medical illnesses, mobility impairment, vision or hearing loss or temporary injuries: Disability Services: Tadisha Sams-Young 912.358.3115. SSU also provides free, professional, confidential, individual and group counseling: Counseling Services: Dominique Driessen-Espana 912.358.3080. Another resource for mental health emergencies is the GA Crisis and Access Line, available 24 hours a day at 1800 715 4225. Homeless and Former Foster Youth Program: 912.358.3114. Services are located in King Frazier 233, 8:30a.m.-5p.m. Main Number for all services: 912 358 3129. ******FINALS FOR ALL SECTIONS TBA - You will take the exam on the day it is scheduled by the institution. You will be notified on the last day of class if you are exempt. If you do not attend the class on the last day you are required to take the final. No finals are emailed or etc. Your physical presence is required unless you have a research final - Attendance, participation, test, quizzes, group projects, assignments, no violations, and scholarly work are used to determine those who possibly will do a research final. You should not leave to go home or etc. without taking the final if you are not exempt. No exceptions you must take the final. If you do not report emergencies or etc. and provide proof to Professor and miss over the mandatory days due to emergencies you jeopardize passing the class. The days may not be excused but you are required to notify the Professor. You cannot miss over two days for classes meeting twice a week and one for classes meeting once a week. You jeopardize failing the class not adhering to the attendance policy. I have read the above and understand I must adhere to above regarding the course. This _____ day of _____________________, 201___. ____________________________________________ Signature ADDEDUM Provide a copy of the first and last pages of the syllabus - this is a graded assignment. Exams are essay. Collegiate Scholars are treated as adults. Participation is a must. Honesty and Integrity are the character traits expected in this academic endeavor. Take College back to Your Community, Your Family, Your Friends, Your House of Worship, and etc. History = Self Esteem Culture = Self Esteem Most people are taught American Mythology not American History. Most people know American Mythology not American History. American History consist of the triumphs, the tragedies, and the true stories of Native Americans, Latinos, Asians, Africans and Caucasians (knowing significant historical information regarding those various people). This is the start of your journey of history and life. ***NOTE - RESEARCH ON THE FOLLOWING during the Semester (among other topics): 1. STUDENT MOVEMENTS AT SSU COUPLED WITH HISTORICAL FIGURES AFFILIATED WITH SSU; 2. BLACK WALL STREET IN TULSA, OK AND THE "BLACK WALL STREET" IN THE AREA WHERE SCHOLAR RESIDES OR WHERE THEY ARE FROM; 3. Freedom/Civil Rights Movements - The Universal Negro Improvement Association, and The Black Panther Party; 4. Queens of Freedom - Elaine Brown; and Ella Baker. 5. Black gods of the metropolis - The Nation of Islam, Moorish Science Temple, The Five Percent Nation, United House of Prayer, Peace Movement of Father Divine, The Shrine of the Black Madonna, and The Church of God (Black Jews); 6. Pan Africanism and Liberation - Kwame Nkrumah, Patrice Lumumba, Edward Wilmot Blyden, and Bishop Henry McNeal Turner; 7. Trillion Dollar Woman - Suzanne Shank; 8. Before the Emancipation Proclamation - African Seminoles; 9. Civil Rights and Culture - Jim Bacote; and 10. Critique “I’ll Never Escape The Ghetto.”
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