CPWC Day 7 - Considering Culture (Part II)

Objective:  Identify and define the elements of culture.  Demonstrate at least two ways in which culture is integrated.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your homework.  As I come around to collect "Why are maps important?" use "What is Culture?" to complete the review sheet.  After we discuss the article, we'll continue with our notes on culture and apply our understanding of culture through the study of a dollar bill.

Homework:

• TODAY - "Why are maps important?" due
• TODAY - "What is Culture?" reading and questions due
• Friday, September 6 - Foundations Investigation - see reminders at http://around-the-world-in-80-blocks.blogspot.com/2013/08/cpwc-day-4-reading-plans-using-library.html) due
• Extra credit (10 points) for any Foundations Investigations submitted by 3:00 Thursday
• Friday, September 6 - Current events discussion (see below)
• Monday, September 9 - "One Hundred Percent American" reading and questions due in class

Current Events Preparation:  In preparation for Friday's current events discussion, read "World Humanitarian Day: 5 Crises and How You Can Help"  Then, find at least two news stories that expand upon an issue addressed in this article.  For Friday's current events activity, come to class prepared with your articles and at least 5 comments and 3 questions written out.