Fall 2025 Course Syllabus
Course: HIST-1302 (Section: 73D, CRN: 93555)
United States History II 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Tina Kibbe
Email kibbetm@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6229
Office Madison Monroe Educational - Room: 228
Office Hours Mondays/Wednesdays online via Class Collaborate; by appointment via Class Collaborate
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description A survey of the social, political, economic, cultural, and intellectual history of the United States from the Civil War/Reconstruction era to the present. United States History II examines industrialization, immigration, world wars, the Great Depression, Cold War and post-Cold War eras. Themes that may be addressed in United States History II include: American culture, religion, civil and human rights, technological change, economic change, immigration and migration, urbanization and suburbaniza
Required Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

The American Yawp: A Massively Collaborative Open U.S. History Textbook, Volume II, Since 1877

This is a free, online textbook that you can access through Blackboard or online.
Additional Materials/Resources None.
Corequisites/Prerequisites TSIA Complete-- Reading
Learning Outcomes 1. Create an argument through the use of historical evidence.
2. Analyze and interpret primary and secondary sources.
3. Analyze the effects of historical, social, political, economic, cultural, and global forces on this period of United States history.
Core Objectives 1. Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
2. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.
3. Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities.
4. Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Lecture Topics Outline
 
  •  Westward Expansion
  • Capital & Labor
  •  Industrialization, Immigration, and the Rise of the City
  • American Empire
  •  Progressive Reform
  • World War One (The Great War)
  • Toward a Modern America & Conservative Backlash
  •  The Great Depression
  • FDR and the New Deal
  •  World War II
  • The Cold War
  • The Paradoxical 1950s
  •  The Civil Rights Movement
  • The Turbulent Sixties
  • Women's Activism
  • The 1970s
 
Major Assignments Schedule Module One

Week 1
  • Read over the syllabus
  • Familiarize yourself with our Blackboard course site
 Week 2
  • Syllabus Quiz due by Tuesday, 9/2 @ 10:00pm
Week 3

  • Nothing Due

Module Two

Week 4
  • Module One Exam by Tuesday @ 10:00pm
 Week 5
  • Nothing Due

Week 6
  • Writing Assignment #1 due by Sunday @ 10:00pm

Module Three

Week 7
  • Module Two Exam by Tuesday @ 10:00pm
Week 8
  • Nothing Due
Week 9
  • Nothing Due
 
Module Four

Week 10
  • Module Three Exam by Tuesday @ 10:00pm
 
Week 11
  • Nothing Due
Week 12
  • Nothing Due

Module Five

Week 13
  • Module Four Exam by Tuesday @ 10:00pm
  • Writing Assignment #2 by Sunday @ 10:00pm
Week 14
  • Bonus Quiz closes Friday @ 10:00pm
Week 15
  • Final Exam closes Tuesday @ 10:00pm
Final Exam Date December 3, 2025 - 6:0 AM   Through  December 9, 2025 - 10:0 PM
Grading Scale
Syllabus Quiz 100 pts
Writing Assignments 200 pts
Module Exams 200 pts.
Total 500 points
 		 20%
40%
40%

 






A 448-500
B 398-447
C 348-397
D 298-347
F 0-297
Determination of
Final Grade		 Syllabus Quiz 100pts (20%)
Writing Assignments 100 pts. each (40%)
Module Exams 100 pts each (40%)
Course Policies
Instructor Policies

Course Assignments:
I. Syllabus Quiz:The first assignment is a required Syllabus Quiz. This is to ensure that you understand some of the key requirements of the course. The Syllabus Quiz is due by Tuesday, 9/2 @ 10:00pm.
 
II. Core Writing Assignments:Students are required to submit two written assignments that assess the core objectives for this course. These assignments consist of two short-answer questions and there is an instruction sheet for each one in the “Writing Assignment Information” folder on our Blackboard course site. Writing assignments must be attached as a WORD document or a PDF—not typed in the textbox or with a link to SharePoint or Google.
 
III. Module Exams:This course is divided into five 3-week modules and there will be an exam after each module covering the material from that module. These exams are designed to test your knowledge and understanding of the course material. As such, it’s not just about memorizing the definitions of terms, you should be able to demonstrate that you understand the historical context.
1. Each exam consists of 25 multiple-choice questions (plus bonus questions) and you will have 27 minutes to complete it. This is plenty of time if you have read and studied the assigned material.
2. Each exam attempt must be completed in one session—you cannot pause and restart it; once you begin an exam the timer will continue to run until the time limit is reached and then it will be automatically submitted.
3. Each module exam will open on Saturday @ 6:00am after that module ends. Students may take an exam at any time while it is open. It will remain open only until the following Tuesday @ 10:00pm—except for the final exam.
4. Your highest four scores out of the five exams will count toward your final grade. So, if one exam is missed, that score will be dropped at the end of the semester.However, if you take all five exams, your highest four scores will count. 
5. There is a study guide for each module exam located near the bottom of each module folder. In addition, there is a folder containing lectures that correspond with the American Yawp chapters for each module. While helpful, the study guides and lecture videos should not be used as a substitute for reading and viewing the assigned material.


Late Assignment Policies:
Meeting deadlines is very important. Submitting assignments on time will allow for timely grading and feedback. In addition, it provides all students with equitable time to complete classwork. Since the syllabus provides considerable flexibility, I will follow these policies in all cases to ensure that all students are treated equitably.
A) Syllabus Quiz: You can submit the syllabus quiz up to 3 days late (Friday, 9/5 @ 10:00pm), with a 10-point deduction for each late day—beginning Tuesday, 9/2 @ 10:01pm.
B) Writing Assignments: Both writing assignment links are open from the beginning of the course and can be submitted at any time before the due dates/times. Each one can be turned in only up to 2 days late (Assignment #1 Tuesday, 10/7 @ 10:00pm & Assignment #2 Tuesday, 11/25 @ 10:00pm) and will be penalized 20 points for each late day—beginning @ 10:01pm after the due date/time.
Since these assignments are open from the beginning of the course, no late writing assignments will be accepted after the links close. I do not accept emailed writing assignments.
C) Module Exams: No late or make-up exams are accepted. The dates for these exams are set from the beginning of the course and they are each open for at least 4 days, so plan your time accordingly. (see the syllabus schedule)
The syllabus provides flexibility for missed exams so that if a student misses one, there is no penalty since the score will be dropped. However, if you complete all 5 exams, your highest four scores will count toward your final point total.
 
If Blackboard malfunctions or you have a problem with your internet while taking an exam or quiz, you must contact me immediately. You need to include your full name and course and section number. I will not reset an exam or quiz after the due date/time under any circumstances.
 
**Note that not only students, but faculty have deadlines as well. Any student submitting late work may not have that work graded immediately. This means that any progress reports including those for athletics, university activities, and financial aid, may not reflect those grades.
Attendance Policy Attendance & Participation:
You must log in to the class on a regular basis. If you do not log in and submit assignments, I will conclude that you are no longer participating in the class.

Time Requirements for this Course:
The time needed for this class is substantial. This summer class moves very quickly and there is very little time to catch up if you get behind. Make it a priority to read daily and to stay on schedule with the readings, videos, and assignments. These take time. I recommend that students print out the assignment schedule and refer to it daily and plan their schedules accordingly.
Additional Information
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information
Inmate Instruction
Chair:Dr. Steven Zani
Email:zanisj@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6431