HWC10.11 Day 83 - Slavery & Revolution in Latin America

Objective:   Define Latin America as a cultural and geographic region.  Examine slavery and revolution in Latin America.

Task:  We'll start class with a game to review your Latin America map.  we'll divide into groups to investigate one of the following contemporary issues:

1. Oil pollution in the Ecuadorian Amazon (see links and videos below)
2. "Coffee-Go-Round" (on Moodle)
3. "Geraldo's Brazil" (on Moodle)

For your topic, create a summary to share with your classmates.  Each summary must include an overview of the issue, a explanation of this issue as a regional and global topic.  You'll share this information with the class on Monday and Tuesday.  Finally, we'll end class with an article on global implications of the illicit drug trade.

Homework:

• TODAY -  Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• TODAY - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Tuesday, 6/4 - "Cocaine: New Front Lines" article due for class discussion
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Wednesday, 6/5 - HWC10.11 Culture Food Party 
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:14) - HWC10.11 Final Exam

Chevron rejects "allegations that it is responsible for alleged environmental and social harms in the Amazon region of Ecuador."

"Plaintiff's Expert Disavows Evidence in Chevron Ecuador Case, Says Process Fatally Tainted" (Forbes, 4/11/2013)

Soc Day 37

Objective:  Examine the process and forces of socialization.  Use technology to create a multimedia presentation detailing the sociological interpretation and impact of a social problem.

Task:  We'll begin our last section of notes on socialization.  Finally, we'll use the remainder of class to work on your final project.  Most importantly, those of you needing the FlipCams should shoot your footage.

Homework:

• TODAY - Gran Torino reflection essay due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class
• Thursday, 6/6 - Units 3 & 4 Test

HWC1.2 Day 82 - Latin America Wrap-Up

Objective:   Define Latin America as a cultural and geographic region.  Examine contemporary issues in Latin America.

Task:  We'll start class with a game to review our Latin America maps.  After we finish our Latin America summary notes, we'll divide into groups to investigate one of the following contemporary issues:

1. Oil pollution in the Ecuadorian Amazon (see links and videos below)
2. "Coffee-Go-Round" (on Moodle)
3. "Geraldo's Brazil" (on Moodle)

For your topic, create a summary to share with your classmates.  Each summary must include an overview of the issue, a explanation of this issue as a regional and global topic.  You'll share this information with the class on Monday and Tuesday.  Finally, we'll end class with an article examining links between terror and the drug trade.

Homework:

• TODAY - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• TODAY - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Tuesday, 6/4 - "Cocaine: New Front Lines" article due for CLASS discussion
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Thursday, 6/6 - HWC1.2 Culture Food Party 
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - HWC1.2 Final Exam

Chevron rejects "allegations that it is responsible for alleged environmental and social harms in the Amazon region of Ecuador."

"Plaintiff's Expert Disavows Evidence in Chevron Ecuador Case, Says Process Fatally Tainted" (Forbes, 4/11/2013)

HWC10.11 Day 82 - Slavery & Revolution in Latin America

Objective:   Examine slavery and revolution in Latin America.  Define Latin America as a cultural and geographic region.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computers and log onto the Moodle in preparation for your vocabulary quiz.  When you finish the quiz, pick up "Slavery and Revolution in Latin America."  Please use the links on the Moodle to complete this activity.  This work is to be completed INDIVIDUALLY and NOT in groups or a shared GoogleDoc.

Special Note:  If you are submitting your R&R paper today for extra credit, please hand in your rubric AND e-mail Mrs. Friday with a notification that your paper is ready to grade.  Your paper will be downloaded for grading upon receipt of your email.

Homework:

• TODAY - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Wednesday, 6/5 - HWC10.11 Culture Food Party 
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:14) - HWC10.11 Final Exam

Soc Day 36

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.   Use technology to create a multimedia presentation detailing the sociological interpretation and impact of a social problem.

Task:  We'll start class with a review of the last section of notes on race and ethnicity.  Then, we'll begin our last section of notes on socialization.  Finally, we'll use the remainder of class to work on your final project.  Most importantly, those of you needing the FlipCams should shoot your footage.

Homework:

• Friday, 5/31 - Gran Torino reflection essay due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class
• Thursday, 6/6 - Units 3 & 4 Test

HWC1.2 Day 81 - Defining Latin America

Objective:   Define Latin America as a cultural and geographic region.  Examine slavery and revolution in Latin America.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computers and log onto the Moodle in preparation for your vocabulary quiz.  When you finish the quiz, please add a "sticky" to the wall below.   Once everyone has finished, we'll spend some time defining Latin America as a cultural and geographic region.  Finally, we'll review "Slavery and Revolution in Latin America."

Special Note:  If you are submitting your R&R paper today for extra credit, please hand in your rubric AND e-mail Mrs. Friday with a notification that your paper is ready to grade.  Your paper will be downloaded for grading upon receipt of your email.

Homework:

• TODAY - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Thursday, 6/6 - HWC1.2 Culture Food Party 
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - HWC1.2 Final Exam

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HWC10.11 - Wednesday, May 29

We'll be spending today's class in the auditorium for the awards assembly.  If you wish to hand in your R&R paper for extra credit, please follow the directions below.

Special Note:  If you are submitting your R&R paper today for extra credit, please hand in your rubric AND e-mail Mrs. Friday with a notification that your paper is ready to grade.  Your paper will be downloaded for grading upon receipt of your email.

Homework:

• TODAY - Internet Journey Through Oceania & Australia due
• TODAY - School-wide awards ceremony during periods 10-11
• TODAY - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - Latin America vocab. quiz
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Wednesday, 6/5 - HWC10.11 Culture Food Party 
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:14) - HWC10.11 Final Exam

Soc Day 35

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.  Analyze the impact of sex stereotyping on children.

Task:  We'll begin today's class with an article "Sex Stereotyping Hurts All Children."  After you've finished reading the article, you'll take a few minutes to take a completion/comprehension check on the Moodle.  Then, you'll use the PowerPoint (Unit 3 Notes) on the Moodle to finish your notes on race and ethnicity.  Please do NOT print these notes!  Finally, you'll use the remainder of class time to work on your I-movie for your final project.

Homework:

• TODAY - Genocide Investigation due
• Friday, 5/31 - Gran Torino reflection essay due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class
• Thursday, 6/6 - Units 3 & 4 Test

HWC1.2 Day 80 - Slavery and Revolution in Latin America

Objective:   Examine slavery and revolution in Latin America.

Task:  We'll continue our examination of Latin America with a study of slavery and revolution in Latin America.  Please use the links on the Moodle to complete "Slavery and Revolution in Latin America."  This work is to be completed INDIVIDUALLY and NOT in groups or a shared GoogleDoc.  If you finish "Slavery and Revolution"early, work on the Latin America vocabulary in preparation for tomorrow's quiz.

Special Note:  If you are submitting your R&R paper today for extra credit, please hand in your rubric AND e-mail Mrs. Friday with a notification that your paper is ready to grade.  Your paper will be downloaded for grading upon receipt of your email.

Homework:

• TODAY- Internet Journey Through Oceania & Australia due
• TODAY - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - Latin America vocab. quiz (you will NOT be using notes on this quiz!)
• Thursday, 5/30 - "Slavery and Revolution in Latin America" due in class
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Thursday, 6/6 - HWC1.2 Culture Food Party 
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - HWC1.2 Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 81 - Revolution in Haiti

Objective:   Examine the social, political, and economic impact of the Haitian Revolution.

Task:  As you come into class, be sure to pick up the "R&R Presentation Rubric" and the "Egalite for All" video guide.   Today, we'll watch "Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution."  As you watch, be sure to answer the questions on the video guide.   After the documentary, please hand in the video guide.  Use any remaining class time to to work on the long-term assignments listed below.

Homework:

• TODAY - Killing Fields Reflection due
• Wednesday, 5/29 - Internet Journey Through Oceania & Australia due
• Wednesday, 5/29 - School-wide awards ceremony during periods 10-11
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - Latin America vocab. quiz
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Wednesday, 6/5 - HWC10.11 Culture Food Party 
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:14) - HWC10.11 Final Exam

Soc Day 34

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  Please use today's class time to work on the following long term assignments:

• Genocide Investigation (on the Moodle)
• Gran Torino reflection essay
• Social issues project (storyboard & script)

Homework:

• Wednesday, 5/29 - Genocide Investigation due
• Friday, 5/31 - Gran Torino reflection essay due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class
• Thursday, 6/6 - Units 3 & 4 Test

HWC1.2 Day 79 - Revolution in Haiti

Objective:   Examine the social, political, and economic impact of the Haitian Revolution.

Task:  As you come into class, be sure to pick up the "R&R Presentation Rubric" and the "Egalite for All" video guide.   Today, we'll watch "Egalite for All: Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolution."  As you watch, be sure to answer the questions on the video guide.   After the documentary, please hand in the video guide.  Use any remaining class time to to work on the long-term assignments listed below.

Homework:

• TODAY- Killing Fields Reflection due
• Wednesday, 5/29 - Internet Journey Through Oceania & Australia due
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - Latin America vocab. quiz
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Thursday, 6/6 - HWC1.2 Culture Food Party 
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - HWC1.2 Final Exam

Soc - Friday, May 24

IMPORTANT REMINDER:  Those students not participating in the class trips today should report to room 418 at the beginning of period 5/6.

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  Please use today's class time to work on the following long term assignments:

• Genocide Investigation (on the Moodle)
• Gran Torino reflection essay
• Social issues project (storyboard & script)

Homework:

• Wednesday, 5/29 - Genocide Investigation due
• Friday, 5/31 - Gran Torino reflection essay due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class
• Thursday, 6/6 - Units 3 & 4 Test

HWC - Friday, May 24

Objective:  Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Describe how globalization and industrialization has changed society and economies in Southeast Asia and Oceania.

Task:  Today, we'll finish our investigation of Southeast Asia and Oceania.  During today's class you should complete the following:

• Reflection posts and comments on The Killing Fields on Moodle forums (due Tuesday, 5/28)
• "Internet Journey Through Oceania & Australia" on Moodle (due Wednesday, 5/29)

These activities are to be completed INDIVIDUALLY and NOT in a shared GoogleDoc or in groups. As you complete each activity, hand in your work either on paper, through email, or through GoogleDrive.

After you've finished the activities above, please define the Latin America vocabulary terms listed on the Moodle.  You will have a quiz on these terms on Thursday, May 30.

Finally, if you've finished all of the above, you may work on your research and reflection essay.  Please make sure to to check your email for "Final Essay Pointers and Reminders."

Homework:

• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, 5/28 - Killing Fields Reflection due
• Wednesday, 5/29 - Internet Journey Through Oceania & Australia due
• Wednesday, 5/29 - School-wide awards ceremony during periods 10-11
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - Latin America vocab. quiz
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Wednesday, 6/5 - HWC10.11 Culture Food Party 
• Thursday, 6/6 - HWC1.2 Culture Food Party 
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:14) - HWC10.11 Final Exam
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - HWC1.2 Final Exam

Soc Day 33

IMPORTANT REMINDER:  Those students not participating in the class trips tomorrow should report to room 418 at the beginning of period 5/6.

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  Today we'll finish viewing Gran Torino to apply knowledge from our sociology course.   At the end of the film, you'll write a formal reflection essay to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of sociological concepts.

Homework:

• Wednesday, 5/29 - Genocide Investigation due
• Friday, 5/31 - Gran Torino reflection essay due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class
• Thursday, 6/6 - Units 3 & 4 Test

HWC1.2 Day 78 - R&R Peer Reviews & Southeast Asia Wrap-Up (Part II)

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Describe how globalization and industrialization has changed society and economies in Southeast Asia and Oceania.  Critically review a peer's draft for flow, content, and argument.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up the peer reviewer directions on the computer cart, get out your computers, and log into Google.  If you have not done so already, please share your draft with both Mrs. Friday and your peer reviewer.  We'll spend the first part of class with peer reviews.  Then, we'll finish our notes on Southeast Asia, Australia, and Oceania.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• Friday, 5/24 - Red & Black Games
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Thursday, 6/6 - Culture Food Party
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

Congratulations NetGenEd Award Winners!

On May 20, the period 10-11 Honors World Cultures class watched the NetGenEd 2013 awards ceremony.  In November, students began work on this project when they read and blogged about Grown Up Digital by Don Tapscott.  In February, students joined the Flat Classroom Project Ning and developed relationships with students in other schools through this educational social network.  These relationships continued to grow as students collaboratively created a page on the NetGenEd 2013 wiki.  Finally, students planned and created a multimedia project to demonstrate their understanding of the topic.  

Out of 115 total videos submitted for judging, 9 Saucon Valley students were recognized for excellence.

• In topic A, Massively Open Online Courses, Grace earned a 2nd place award for her video, "Collaborating on MOOCs," and Davis won a 1st place award for his video, "Safari for Technology."
• In topic B, Tablet Computing, Bridget earned an honorable mention for her video, "Tablet Computing: Integrity," and Mark won a 1st place award for his video, "FOCUS on the Camera of a Tablet."
• In topic C, Games and Gamification, Maggie earned an honorable mention for her video, "Gamification and its Impact on Our Children," and Vanessa won a 1st place award for her video, "The Unbelievable Speed of Gamification."
• In topic D, Learning Analytics, Brendan earned an honorable mention for his video, "Scrutiny Style," and Rachel won a 3rd place award for her video, "Learning with the Net Generation."
• In topic F, Wearable Technology, Candice won a 1st place award for her video, "Entertainment and Wearable Technology."

After judges choose winners in each of the topic categories, the first and second place winners are judged by a meta judge for overall project winners.  The following Saucon Valley students were recognized as overall project winners:

• Honorable Mention - Mark
• 3rd place - Candice
• Best overall video - Davis

On a personal note, I would like to thank all students for successfully participating and completing this extensive, and sometimes frustrating, project.

Congratulations FCP Award Winners!

On May 15, the period 1-2 Honors World Cultures class participated in the Flat Classroom Project 13-1 awards ceremony.  In November, students began work on this project when they read and blogged about The World is Flat by Thomas Friedman.  In January, students joined the Flat Classroom Project Ning and developed relationships with students in other schools through this educational social network.  These relationships continued to grow as students collaboratively created a page on the FCP13-1 wiki.  Finally, students planned and created a multimedia project to demonstrate their understanding of the topic.  

Out of 184 total videos submitted for judging, 12 Saucon Valley students were recognized for excellence.

• In topic #1, Connecting the World Online, Whitney earned an Honorable Mention for her video, "Social Entrepreneurship."
• In topic #2, World Wide Web, Matt S. earned a 3rd place award for his video, "The World Wide Web: The Story of Henry Granju."
• In topic #3, Workflow Software, Damian earned a 2nd place award for his video, "Workflow Software and Group Stories." 
• In topic #4, Uploading: The Changing Shape of Information, Brandon earned an honorable mention for his video, "The Changing Shape of Information," and Dawid earned a 1st place award for his video, "The Changing Shape of Information." 
• In topic #6, Globalization and Outsourcing, Isabel earned a 2nd place award for her video, "Uniting for Hope."
• In topic #7, Google, Megan earned an honorable mention for her video, "Uniting Through Google."
• In topic #9, Mobile and Ubiquitous, Chris earned a 3rd place award for his video, "The Story of Malala," and Diana earned a 1st place award for her video, "Innovation, Invention, and Prediction."
• In topic #10, Virtual Communication, Kelsy earned a 1st place award for her video, "Social Entrepreneurs Give Hope to Invisible Children."
• In topic #11, Wireless Connectivity, Ashley earned a 3rd place award for her video, "Play and Connectivity in the Workplace," and Matt C. earned a 2nd place award for his video, "The Wireless Future."

After judges choose winners in each of the topic categories, the first and second place winners are judged by a meta judge for overall project winners.  I am pleased to announce that Kelsy's video was recognized as the 2nd best video submitted in the entire project. 

On a personal note, I would like to thank all students for successfully participating and completing this extensive, and sometimes frustrating, project.

HWC10.11 Day 80 - Southeast Asia & Oceania Wrap-Up

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Describe how globalization and industrialization has changed society and economies in Southeast Asia and Oceania.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computers and log onto the Moodle in preparation for the reading quiz.  We'll spend the first 15 minutes of class taking the chapter 14 reading quiz.  After the reading quiz, I'll distribute and explain the process for completing the peer reviews for the research and reflection draft.  Next, we'll take notes to summarize important content on Southeast Asia and Oceania.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class reviewing the Moodle activities, "Considering Southeast Asia," "Investigating Oceania & Australia," and "Easter's End."

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• Thursday, 5/23 - School-wide pep rally during periods 10-11
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/24 - Red & Black Games
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/29 - School-wide awards ceremony during periods 10-11
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Culture Food Party 
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:14) - Final Exam

Soc Day 32

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  Today we'll begin viewing Gran Torino to apply knowledge from our sociology course.  While watching the film, you'll be asked to take notes and complete a video guide.  At the end of the film, you'll write a formal reflection essay to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of sociological concepts.

Homework:

• Wednesday, 5/29 - Genocide Investigation due
• Friday, 5/31 - Gran Torino reflection essay due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class
• Thursday, 6/6 - Units 3 & 4 Test

HWC1.2 Day 77 - Southeast, Australia, & Oceania Wrap-Up

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Describe how globalization and industrialization has changed society and economies in Southeast Asia and Oceania.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computers and log onto the Moodle in preparation for the reading quiz.  We'll spend the first 15 minutes of class taking the chapter 14 reading quiz.  After the reading quiz, we'll take notes to summarize important content on Southeast Asia and Oceania.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class reviewing the Moodle activities, "Considering Southeast Asia," "Investigating Oceania & Australia," and "Easter's End."

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due in CLASS
• Friday, 5/24 - Red & Black Games
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Thursday, 6/6 - Culture Food Party
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 79 - NetGenEd Awards & Cambodia Genocide Wrap-up

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  We'll use the first part of class to watch a recording of the NetGenEd Awards ceremony.  After we've congratulated the winners, we'll finish up The Killing Fields and discuss the genocide in Cambodia.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - School-wide pep rally during periods 10-11
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/24 - Red & Black Games
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/29 - School-wide awards ceremony during periods 10-11
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Culture Food Party 
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:14) - Final Exam

Soc Day 31

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  Today we'll be in the library to research for your final project. As you gather information, make sure that it is both relevant and reliable.  Also, remember that you are required to hand in an annotated works cited and include a detailed "credits" list at the end of your video.  Finally, you will not be allowed to begin creating your I-movie until your storyboard and script have been approved.

Homework:

• Wednesday, 5/29 - Genocide Investigation due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class

HWC1.2 Day 76 - Genocide in Cambodia (Part II)

IMPORTANT REMINDER:  Today's class will meet in room E213 due to Keystone testing.

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  As you come into class, I'll return your notes from Friday.  After a brief discussion about the film to this point, we'll finish the film and continue our notes on The Killing Fields.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due in CLASS
• Friday, 5/24 - Red & Black Games
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Thursday, 6/6 - Culture Food Party
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 78 - Genocide in Cambodia (Part II)

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  As you come into class, I'll return your notes from Friday.  After a brief discussion about the film to this point, we'll finish the film and continue our notes on The Killing Fields.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - School-wide pep rally during periods 10-11
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/24 - Red & Black Games
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/29 - School-wide awards ceremony during periods 10-11
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Culture Food Party 
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:14) - Final Exam

Soc Day 30

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your notes.  We'll use the collaborative Prezi we created last week to begin class with an review of race and ethnicity in America.  Next, I'll lead you through notes on conflict.  Finally, the last portion of class will be used to investigate genocide.

Homework:

• Tuesday, 5/22 - Report to library for research
• Wednesday, 5/29 - Genocide Investigation due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class

HWC1.2 Day 75 - Genocide in Cambodia

IMPORTANT REMINDER:  Today's class will meet in room E213 due to Keystone testing.

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out a blank piece of paper.  Label the paper with your name, today's date, and "Unit 7: Killing Fields Viewing Notes."   Write down the following questions:

1. What is the role of the international community before and during the rule of the Khmer Rouge?
2. How does the Khmer Rouge take over Cambodia?
3. What is the role of the media?
4. Make note of anything that you think is important and/or that you have questions about.

As you watch the film, take notes to answer the questions, to record important information, and to list questions that may arise.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, 5/21 - Report to E213
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Red & Black Games
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/29 - 20 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/30 - 10 bonus points for final research essays submitted by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Monday, 6/3 - Cumulative map quiz
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Thursday, 6/6 - Culture Food Party
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 77 - Genocide in Cambodia

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out a blank piece of paper.  Label the paper with your name, today's date, and "Unit 7: Killing Fields Viewing Notes."   Now refer tot he front board for the focus questions.  As you watch the film, take notes to answer the questions, to record important information, and to list questions that may arise.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:48) - Final Exam

Soc Day 29

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  Today, we'll investigate how racism is shaped by socialization.  As you watch A Class Divided, you'll complete factual and opinion questions.  After the documentary, hand in your reflection sheet and  spend the remainder of class researching for your final project.

Homework:

• TODAY - Gran Torino permission slip due
• Tuesday, 6/4 - Final project due at beginning of class

HWC1.2 Day 74 - Southeast Asia, Oceania, & Australia

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  Today's class will hinge on directed research on Southeast Asia, Oceania, and Australia.  In class, you should complete "Considering Southeast Asia," "Adaptive Failure: Easter's End," and "Internet Journey Through Oceania & Australia."  All of these activities are located on the Moodle.  These activities are to be completed INDIVIDUALLY and NOT in a shared GoogleDoc or in groups. As you complete each activity, hand in your work either on paper, through email, or through GoogleDrive.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY- Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Report to E213
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, 5/21 - Report to E213
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 76 - Examining Southeast Asia

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computer and log onto the Moodle.  We'll spend the first portion of class taking the chapter 13 reading quiz.  When you have finished the quiz, please begin working on "Cambodia Vocabulary & Questions."

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY - Comments to topic development due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/16 - Chapter 13 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/16 - Australia & Oceania map due in class
• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:48) - Final Exam

Soc Day 28

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up the papers on the computer cart and your computer.    To start, I'll explain your final project and you'll choose your research topics.  Then, I'll explain the jigsaw on race and ethnicity in the United States.    If there is time remaining at the end of class, we'll continue our notes on conflict.

Homework:

• TODAY - "Race & Sex: What We Think But Don't Say" reflection due on Moodle by 3:00
• Friday, 5/17 - Gran Torino permission slip due

HWC1.2 Day 73 - Examining Southeast Asia

Objective:    Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computer and log onto the Moodle.  We'll spend the first portion of class taking the chapter 13 reading quiz.  When you have finished the quiz, please begin working on "Cambodia Vocabulary& Questions" and "Considering Southeast Asia."

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Report to E213
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, 5/21 - Report to E213
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 75 - Imperialism, Development, & Totalitarianism

Objective:  Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computer and log onto the Moodle.  Begin working on parts I & II of "Case Study: Myanmar."  Next, we'll spend some time reviewing "Considering Southeast Asia."


R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY - Comments to topic development due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/16 - Chapter 13 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/16 - Australia & Oceania map due in class
• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:48) - Final Exam

Soc Day 27

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computer and log onto the Moodle.  We'll spend the first portion of class writing out your reflection to "Race & Sex."  Then, we'll continue with our notes on ethnicity.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class distinguishing between stereotypes and generalizations.

Homework:

• Thursday, 5/16 - "Race & Sex: What We Think But Don't Say" reflection due on Moodle by 3:00
• Friday, 5/17 - Gran Torino permission slip due

HWC1.2 Day 72 - FCP Awards Ceremony

Objective:  Participate in the FCP13-1 awards ceremony.   Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  As you arrive, please get out your computer and log onto the Moodle.  We'll spend the first portion of class participating in the FCP13-1 awards ceremony.  After the awards ceremony, we'll continue our examination of Myanmar and the rest of Southeast Asia.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY - FCP13-1 Awards Ceremony at 8:00 am
• TODAY - Comments to topic development due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/16 - Australia & Oceania map due in class
• Thursday, 5/16 - Chapter 13 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Report to E213
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, 5/21 - Report to E213
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 74 - Research & Topic Development

Objective:  Identify the parts and qualities of a strong thesis.  Utilize library resources to develop research and reflection topic.

Task:  As you arrive at the library, please get out a computer.  We'll spend a few minutes reviewing the qualities of a good thesis statements and the process of topic development.  You'll use the remainder of class to work on your research and reflection essay.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY - Topic development including thesis statement, subtopics, questions for exploration, and annotated works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/15 - Comments to topic development due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/16 - Chapter 13 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/16 - Australia & Oceania map due in class
• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:48) - Final Exam

Soc Day 26

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  We'll begin class with a brief article on the language of race.  Then, you'll complete an activity that will requires analysis and interpretation of data on race in America.  Then, we'll continue notes on race and ethnicity.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class watching a 20/20 episode that examines hidden racism and sexism in America.

Homework:

• Thursday, 5/16 - "Race & Sex: What We Think But Don't Say" reflection due on Moodle by 3:00
• Friday, 5/17 - Gran Torino permission slip due

HWC1.2 Day 71 - Research & Topic Development

Objective:  Identify the parts and qualities of a strong thesis.  Utilize library resources to develop research and reflection topic.

Task:  As you arrive at the library, please get out a computer.  We'll spend a few minutes reviewing the qualities of a good thesis statements and the process of topic development.  You'll use the remainder of class to work on your research and reflection essay.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY - Topic development including thesis statement, subtopics, questions for exploration, and annotated works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/15 - FCP13-1 Awards Ceremony at 8:00 am
• Wednesday, 5/15 - Comments to topic development due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/16 - Australia & Oceania map due in class
• Thursday, 5/16 - Chapter 13 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Report to E213
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, 5/21 - Report to E213
• Wednesday, 5/22 - Chapter 14 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 73 - Examining Southeast Asia

Objective:  Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  To start class, we'll play a map review game.  Then, you'll get out your computer, log onto the Moodle, and work on "Case Study: Myanmar," "Considering Southeast Asia," and "Cambodia in Context."


R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• Tuesday, 5/14 - Report to Library
• Tuesday, 5/14 - Topic development including thesis statement, subtopics, questions for exploration, and annotated works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/15 - Comments to topic development due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/16 - Australia & Oceania map due in class
• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:48) - Final Exam

Soc Day 25

Objective:  Examine race and ethnicity in a sociological context.

Task:  We'll begin class listening to and discussing an interview with the CEO of Xerox.  After a brief discussion, we'll take notes on minorities and race.  After lunch, we'll discuss "When Did Jews Become White Folks?"


Homework:

• Tuesday, May 14 - Bring textbook to class

HWC1.2 Day 70 - Examining Southeast Asia

Objective:  Summarize the impact of imperialism on the people and cultures of Southeast Asia.  Examine totalitarianism, nationalism, and democracy in Myanmar.

Task:  To start class, we'll play a map review game.  Then, you'll get out your computer, log onto the Moodle, and work on "Case Study: Myanmar," "Considering Southeast Asia," and "Cambodia in Context."

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• Tuesday, 5/14 - Report to Library
• Tuesday, 5/14 - Topic development including thesis statement, subtopics, questions for exploration, and annotated works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/15 - FCP13-1 Awards Ceremony at 8:00 am
• Wednesday, 5/15 - Comments to topic development due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/16 - Australia & Oceania map due in class
• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Report to E213
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, 5/21 - Report to E213
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Tuesday, 6/11 (7:48-9:14) - Final Exam

HWC10.11 Day 72 - Thesis Development & Research

Objective:  Identify the parts and qualities of a strong thesis.  Utilize library resources to develop research and reflection topic.

Task:  We'll spend a few minutes discussing thesis statements and the process for developing your topic.  You'll use the remainder of class to work on your research and reflection essay.

R&R Peer Reviewer Assignments

Homework:

• TODAY- Comments posted to two ASSIGNED historical questions
• Monday, 5/13 - Southeast Asia map due in class
• Tuesday, 5/14 - Report to Library
• Tuesday, 5/14 - Topic development including thesis statement, subtopics, questions for exploration, and annotated works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, 5/15 - Comments to topic development due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/16 - Australia & Oceania map due in class
• Friday, 5/17 - Outline (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 2 peers) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, 5/20 - Comments to outline due by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, 5/23 - Rough draft including MLA works cited (in GoogleDoc & shared w/ Mrs. Friday & 1 peer) due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/24 - Comments to rough draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, 5/31 - Final research essay due by 3:00 pm 
• Friday, 5/31 - Gandhi & Kundun extra credit due
• Wednesday, 6/5 - Research/reflection presentation due IN CLASS
• Monday, 6/10 (10:48-12:48) - Final Exam