Weber, NEW SPAIN'S FAR NORTHERN FRONTIER

A final grade for this course is derived from five Identification exams (each 20 points); three Lecture/textbook exams (each 20 points); one quiz on geography of the Southwest (10 points); U.S. Declaration of Independence and Constitution readings and writing assignment (30 points); additional class assignments such as videos, newspaper articles and live performances that pertain to Mexican American experiences (maximum of 30 points and be sure to consult with the instructor before each project); and 10 points for completing the course for a total of 240 points. No make-up exams are given. However, 15 bonus points can be earned with three or less absences starting with week two.

The grading scale is as follows:

240 - 216 = A 191 - 168 = C

215 - 192 = B 167 - 144 = D

In case the Instructor is replaced due to illness, the new Instructor can create his/her own grading system to complete the class.

Students are responsible for withdrawal dates. Those failing to drop before the 75% attendance date will receive a letter grade. Students requesting special grades such as Credit/No Credit must meet with the Instructor during the first ten days. Incompletes are given upon request. I expect regular attendance. Please note it is the responsibility of the student to withdraw. There is no Instructor-initiated withdrawal after the tenth day of classes.

A student with a verified disability may be entitled to appropriate academic accommodations. Please contact one of the following: your instructor, the Disable Students Program and Services Office at ext. 6300 at the Oceanside campus and or the Office of the ADA Coordinator at ext. 6866.

Tentative topics:

Topic - Introduction: Theories on Chicano History

Topic - The Indian Element

              Stereotypes

              Contributions

              Diversities

              Similarities

              Case Studies

Topic - Meso-America and the Advanced Civilizations

Topic - Iberia and Iberia in America

Topic - Collision of Cultures and Spain's Dominance

Topic - Mestizage, Christianization and other Spanish Institutions

Topic - Entradas into Spain's Far Northern Frontier

Topic - 1573-1680 End of Entradas

              Early settlements

              Church and state clash

               Indian resistance

Topic - 1680-1776 Spanish-Indian conflicts and the arrival of foreigners

Topic - 1776-1800 International arena and the Spanish frontier on the defensive

Topic - American expansion into Mexican territory

Topic - Settlements and their isolation

Topic - American political institutions - from Declaration of Independence to Constitution