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Monday, April 28, 2014

CPWC Day 60 - Religions of South Asia (Part II)

Objective:  Examine the religious and philosophical traditions that have shaped the cultures of South Asia.  

Task:  Good morning!  Today, we'll begin class with a quick review of Hinduism and a video clip about the significance of the cow in India.  Then, we'll finish our notes on the religions founded in India.  For the last portion of class, you'll use the links on the Moodle to delve further into Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and/or Sikhism.

Homework:
  • TODAY  Reading notes on chapter 26, section 1 due in class
  • Monday, April 28 - Reading notes on chapter 26, section 2 due in class
  • Wednesday, April 30 - Reading quiz on all of chapter 24 & chapter 26 (sections 1 & 2 only)
  • Thursday, May 1 - "India's Sacred Cow" reading due (see directions below)
  • Wednesday, May 7 - Unit 5 Test
Directions for close reading "India's Sacred Cow:"
A.  While reading:
  1. Circle key terms
  2. Underline claims
  3. Highlight evidence
  4. ? next to points you don't understand
  5. ! next to points you want to learn more about
  6. * next to points that connect to other learning
B.  After reading, answer the questions AND write a "response" either agreeing or disagreeing with Harris' assertions


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