CPWC Day 24 - Geography of Southwest Asia

Objective:  Examine the effect of geography, resources, and early history of Southwest Asia, Central Asia, and North Africa.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your North Africa map.  After I check homework, we'll spend the first portion of class labeling the North Africa section of our master map for this unit.  Then, you'll be assigned to read and diagram one of the three sections of chapter 21.  Finally, for the last portion of class, you'll meet with other students who read the same section to ensure accuracy and completion of notes.

Homework:

• TODAY - North Africa map due
• Tuesday, October 1 - Southwest Asia map due 
• Wednesday, October 2 - Central Asia map due
• Thursday, October 3 - Comment due to "Unit 3 Current Events" forum on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, October 4 - Reading notes due Chapter 16 (sections 2 & 3), Chapter 19 (section 2), & Chapter 22
• Monday, October 7 - Reading quiz on Chapter 16 (sections 2 &3), Chapter 19 (section 2) & Chapter 22 (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 24 - Unit 2 Test

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:  When you arrive to class, please clear your desks and get out a pencil.   After I distribute the tests and the answer sheets, you'll have the remainder of class to complete test.  If you finish early, please turn in the test at the back table and quietly work on homework for the next unit or FCP.

Homework:

• Tuesday, October 1 - FCP Ning personalization, "greeting" blog post, & handshake video due by 3:30 (see Moodle for checklist/rubric; email Mrs. Friday if you would like an Animoto account)
• Tuesday, October 1 - Unit 2 Regional Study Extensions (news posts in NoodleTools) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, October 2 - Whole New Mind summary posted to VoiceThread by 3:30 (5 bonus points for audio or video post)
• Wednesday, October 2 - Unit 3 Map due
• Thursday, October 3 - Chronology & Connections packet due in class 
• Thursday, October 3 - Part I of Regional Study due in class
• Friday, October 4 - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Friday, October 4 - Whole New Mind reflections posted to last page of VoiceThread
• Monday, October 7 - Perspectives in History charts due
• Monday, October 7 - Part IV of Regional Study due in class
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00
• Tuesday, October 8 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (includes blank Africa map) 
• Wednesday, October 9 - G&D chapter 10 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, October 10 - Parts II & III of Regional Study due in class
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

CPWC Day 23 - Unit 2 Test

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of geography, culture, and history of Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:  When you arrive to class, please get out your planners and make note of the due dates for our next unit.  Next, you'll clear your desk, get out a pencil, and pick up the test answer sheets from the back of the room.  After I distribute the test, you'll have the remainder of class to complete the test.  When you finish, please turn it in at the back of the room and pick up the map packet for the next unit.

Homework:

• Monday, September 30 - North Africa map due
• Tuesday, October 1 - Southwest Asia map due 
• Wednesday, October 2 - Central Asia map due
• Thursday, October 3 - Comment due to "Unit 3 Current Events" forum on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, October 4 - Reading notes due Chapter 16 (sections 2 & 3), Chapter 19 (section 2), & Chapter 22
• Monday, October 7 - Reading quiz on Chapter 16 (sections 2 &3), Chapter 19 (section 2) & Chapter 22 (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 23 - Africa Wrap-Up & "Whole New Mind"

Objective: Explain the six senses of the conceptual age presented by Dan Pink in A Whole New Mind.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up the unit 3 materials from the back table.  I'll go over the due dates for each assignment.  Then, we'll wrap-up our studies of Africa with a discussion about Zimbabwe, Congo, and contemporary trends.

After we finish our examination of Africa, you'll get out your computer to create a VoiceThread account.  Then, I'll spend a few minutes explaining how we'll be using the Dan Pink in FCP (see below).

Finally, if there is any time remaining, we'll play a game to review for Monday's test.

Homework:

• Saturday, September 28 - FCP topic preferences due on GoogleSpreadsheet by 8:00 pm
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test (study guide on Moodle)
• Tuesday, October 1 - FCP Ning personalization, "greeting" blog post, & handshake video due by 3:30 (see Moodle for checklist/rubric; email Mrs. Friday if you would like an Animoto account)
• Tuesday, October 1 - Unit 2 Regional Study Extensions (news posts in NoodleTools) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, October 2 - Whole New Mind summary posted to VoiceThread by 3:30 (5 bonus points for audio or video post)
• Wednesday, October 2 - Unit 3 Map due
• Thursday, October 3 - Chronology & Connections packet due in class 
• Thursday, October 3 - Part I of Regional Study due in class
• Friday, October 4 - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Friday, October 4 - Whole New Mind reflections posted to last page of VoiceThread
• Monday, October 7 - Perspectives in History charts due
• Monday, October 7 - Part IV of Regional Study due in class
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00
• Tuesday, October 8 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (includes blank Africa map) 
• Wednesday, October 9 - G&D chapter 10 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Thursday, October 10 - Parts II & III of Regional Study due in class
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

Dan Pink Assignment:
The Flat Classroom Project "mashes" the 10 "flatteners" presented by Friedman in The World is Flat and six senses of the conceptual age from Dan Pink's  A Whole New Mind.  We've already examined the flatteners, now we need to look at the six senses.  Thus, you've been assigned an excerpt from A Whole New Mind.  Read this excerpt, identify the main argument/thesis and evidence used to support this argument.  Post your summary on the VoiceThread.

Directions for VoiceThread:

1. If prompted to create an account, create a FREE account using your SVHS e-mail address.
2. Create an "identity" by replacing the iron with the same image that you used as your profile picture on the FCP Ning.
3. Press "play." Listen to the directions in the title slide and go to the slide that corresponds with the "sense" that you read about.
4. Press "comment" on your slide to post an audio or video summary of your section.

CPWC Day 22 - Africa Wrap-Up

Objective:  Explain the development, implementation, and collapse of apartheid in South Africa. Examine the complex and controversial nature of globalization as it relates to contemporary Africa.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your apartheid notes from yesterday.  We'll spend the first portion of class discussing apartheid in South Africa.  Next, we'll work to identify the big ideas about Africa.  Finally, the last portion of class will be used to review for tomorrow's test.

Homework:

• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test (study guide on Moodle)

Recent News: Rwanda

• Women at the Forefront as Rwanda Heads to the Polls (France 24 - 9/15/2013)
• Rwanda Reinvented (al-Jazeera - 3/1/2013)

Recent News: DRC

• Congo: Road to Ruin (The New York Times - 7/22/2013)
• African "World War" Flares in Congo (PBS NewsHour - 12/3/2012)

Recent News: Zimbabwe

• Zimbabwe Elections: A Guide to Rigging Allegations (BBC - 8/6/2013)

HWC Day 22 - Apartheid, Contemporary Africa, & FCP Ning

Objective:   Explain the development, implementation, and collapse of the apartheid system in South Africa.  Examine the complex and controversial nature of globalization as it relates to contemporary Africa. Establish a safe, professional, appropriate presence on the FCP Ning.

Task:  To start class, we'll watch and take notes on a video on apartheid in South Africa. Then, we'll spend some time reviewing the remainder of the regional study.  Finally, we'll use the last portion of class to join the FCP community on the Flat Classroom Project Ning.  Over the next several days you'll need to join the SVHS FCP13-2 group, personalize your page, and introduce yourself to the FCP community (see directions below homework reminders).

Homework:

• TODAY - FCP Student Leader applications due by 8:00 pm
• Saturday, September 28 - FCP topic preferences due on GoogleSpreadsheet by 8:00 pm
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test (study guide on Moodle)
• Tuesday, October 1 - FCP Ning personalization, "greeting" blog post, & handshake video due by3:30 (see Moodle for rubrics/checklist; email Mrs. Friday if you would like an Animoto account)
• Tuesday, October 1 - Unit 2 Regional Study Extensions (news posts in NoodleTools) due by 3:00 pm
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

FCP Ning Directions:  Be sure to tag ALL posts with "SVHS_FCP13-2" and "FCP13-2."  Remember, there are no spaces in tags - use underscore (_) or dash (-) to indicate a space.  Blank spaces denote separations for tags.  See images below to personalize your Ning page.

Step 1: Personalizing Your Page

Step 2: Making a Blog Post

Step 3:  Embedding video, adding tags, & adjusting post settings

Step 4: Posting, tags, and adjusting privacy settings

CPWC Day 21 - Map Quiz & Apartheid

Objective:  Assess knowledge of Africa geography.  Examine the role of nationalism in sub-Saharan Africa in the 20th century.

Task:  As you come into class, please clear your desk and get out a pen or pencil.  We'll spend the first 30 minutes of class taking the Africa map quiz.  Turn your paper in to Mrs. Friday and study for Friday's test.  After everyone has completed the quiz, we'll examine the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa.

Homework:

• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test (study guide on Moodle)

HWC Day 21 - Nationalism & Apartheid

Objective:  Identify the role of nationalism in twentieth century Africa.  Explain the development, implementation, and collapse of the apartheid system in South Africa.

Task:  Please clear off your desk get out a blank piece of paper and a pen or pencil.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class reviewing the unit 1 test.   We'll spend the next portion of class clarifying the similarities and differences between Nkrumah, Nyerere, and Fanon.  Then, we'll examine the apartheid system in South Africa.  Finally, we'll end class with a review of the Zimbabwe section of the regional study.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Tuesday, October 1 - Unit 2 Regional Study Extensions (news posts in NoodleTools) due by 3:00
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

Resources relating to our discussion:

• Union of South Africa (BBC, 1957)
• Apartheid in South Africa (BBC, 1985)
• Sharpeville as a turning point

CPWC Day 20 - Post-Colonial Africa

Objective:  Locate cities, countries, and major geographic features in Africa.  Examine the role of nationalism in sub-Saharan Africa in the 20th century.

Task:  We'll begin class with a Africa geography review game.  After the game, we'll discuss the role of resistance, nationalism, and independence in Africa.  Then, we'll look more specifically at the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa.

Homework:

• Wednesday, September 25 - Africa Map Quiz
• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test (study guide on Moodle)

HWC Day 20 - Africa Map Quiz & Nationalist Movements

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the geography of Africa.  Evaluate the agency of various peoples and groups during and after the Age of Imperialism.

Task:  When you come into class, please clear your desk of everything except a pen or a pencil.  We'll spend the first 30 minutes of class taking your Africa map quiz.  After you've finished the quiz, please turn your quiz on the back table and pick up the resistance, nationalism, & independence reading.  Read through this will you wait for your classmates to finish.

Once everyone has finished the quiz, you'll return your computers and we'll discuss the African nationalist readings.  We'll focus specifically on how the nationalist movements embraced and/or rejected European ideals.

Homework:

• TODAY - Africa Map Quiz
• TODAY - Part C of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, September 25 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Tuesday, October 1 - Unit 2 Regional Study Extensions (news posts in NoodleTools) due by 3:00
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

Our studies in the news:

• UN General Assembly to Address MDG's
• Who is al-Shabab?

Videos relating to our discussion:

CPWC Day 19 - Imperialism & Nationalism in Africa

Objective:  Identify key events and justifications for imperialism in Africa.  Evaluate the agency of various people and groups in Africa during the Age of Imperialism (1850-1950).

Task:  When you come into class, please get out your homework.  I will come around to check completion of "Scramble for Africa" while you watch "Livingstone Crosses Africa." We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing your homework.  Next, we'll consider the continued impact of imperialism as portrayed in select excerpts from Uganda Rising.

Finally, you'll use the remainder of class to work on "Resistance, Nationalism, & Independence in Africa."

Homework:

• Tuesday, September 24 - "Resistance, Nationalism, and Independence" due
• Wednesday, September 25 - Africa Map Quiz
• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test (study guide on Moodle)

HWC Day 19 - Considering African History & Cultures

Objective:  Assess digital literacy. Identify, explain, and begin using Web2.0 applications to be used in HWC.  Identify countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Reflect on culture and geography of contemporary Africa.

Task:  When you come into class, please get out a pencil and clear off your desk in preparation for your digital literacy quiz.  You'll have 15 minutes to complete the quiz.

When you've finished the quiz, please turn it in on the computer cart.  Then, get out your computer, log on, and play a map review game until everyone is finished with the quiz.

After everyone has finished, we'll go to the AW80B blog.  We'll spend a few minutes of class signing on to the master Flat Classroom Project wiki.  Be sure to follow proper FCP naming conventions - first name, last initial_SVHS (ex. JessicaF_SVHS).  For the optional comment, type "I am an SVHS student from Mrs. Friday's class participating in FCP13-2." (See step-by-step illustration below.)

Next, I'll lead you through the process of setting up your Feedly reader.  Although I encourage all of you to personalize your Feedly, I ask that you add the following news feeds in a "News" folder: http://watchingamerica.com/News/, http://www.nytimes.com/pages/world/index.html, http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/, http://www.pbs.org/newshour/topic/world/, and http://www.csmonitor.com/. Also, in an "HWC" folder add the AW80B blog.

After everyone's returned their computers, we'll play a game to review the map of Africa.  Finally, we'll spend the remainder of class considering the historiography of Africa and imperialism in Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Africa nationalist readings & notes due in class
• TODAY -  Digital Literacy Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Africa Map Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, September 25 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

CPWC Day 18 - Imperialism in Africa & Current Events

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the physical geography of Africa.  Identify key events and justifications for European imperialism.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your chapter 18 reading notes in preparation for your reading quiz. You'll have 20 minutes to complete the quiz.  When you've finished, please turn in your paper on the computer cart and review the current events posts on the Moodle in preparation for our discussion.  Then, take the "Think You Know Africa?" quiz.

Next, I'll introduce Socratic dialogues and we'll practice engaging in a intelligent discussion on current events.

Homework:

• Monday, September 23 - Scramble for Africa (parts 1 & 2 ONLY) due
• Wednesday, September 25 - Africa map quiz
• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test

HWC Day 18 - Periodization of African History

Objective:  Identify countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Reflect on culture and geography of contemporary Africa.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up your computer, the Africa map, and a "Scramble for Africa" worksheet.  We'll spend the first portion of class investigating the justifications, course, and impact of European incursion in Africa.  Then, we'll spend a few minutes outside demonstrating the barriers to African colonization prior to industrialization.  Finally, in the last portion of class, we'll tie together the video, your homework, the DBQ, and the scramble for Africa with "Let's Consider."

Homework:

• TODAY  - FCP signed parent letter
• TODAY - Unit 1 Essay due by 3:00 (see directions on Moodle) 
• Monday, September 23 - Africa nationalist readings & notes due in class
• Monday, September 23 -  Digital Literacy Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Africa Map Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, September 25 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

CPWC Day 17 - Africa Geography & Scramble for Africa

Objective:  Identify and label countries, cities, bodies of water, and major geographic features of Sub-Saharan Africa.  Identify key events and justifications for European imperialism.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your map packet, your large Africa map, a marker, and colored pencils.  To start class, we'll finish labeling our Africa map and the capitals list.

Pd. 3-4: Next, you'll get out your computer to work on "The Scramble for Africa."  Use the links on the moodle to complete parts 1 & 2 of this activity.  If you finish early, work on your current events post OR work on your reading notes for the chapter 18 reading quiz.

Pd. 6-9:  Next, we'll spend some time reviewing the significance of the ancient empires and kingdoms in Africa.  Finally, you'll finish "The Scramble for Africa" activity from yesterday.  If you finish early, work on your current events post OR work on your reading notes for the chapter 18 reading quiz.

Homework:

• TODAY - Comment due to current events forum on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, September 20 - Chapter 18 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Wednesday, September 25 - Africa map quiz
• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test

HWC Day 17 - Defining "Africa"

Objective:  Identify countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Reflect on culture and geography of contemporary Africa.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out a blank piece of paper.  We'll start class with a video about the stereotypes and misperceptions of Africa, "What Do We Know About Africa?"  As you watch the video, please take notes on your paper.

Next, we'll complete a DBQ activity to investigate the empires and kingdoms that dominated Africa prior to European incursion.  Then, you'll use links on the Moodle to complete "Scramble for Africa."  Finally, in the last portion of class, we'll tie together the video, your homework, the DBQ, and the scramble for Africa.

NOTE:  We will be going outside for a portion of class tomorrow morning.  Please come prepared with appropriate shoes and a jacket or sweatshirt.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Part B of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Friday, September 20 - FCP signed parent letter
• Friday, September 20 - Unit 1 Essay due by 3:00 (see directions on Moodle) 
• Monday, September 23 - Africa nationalist readings & notes due in class
• Monday, September 23 -  Digital Literacy Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Africa Map Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, September 25 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

CPWC Day 16 - Africa Before & After European Incursion

Objective:  Examine and assess the status of Africa before and after European incursion.  Identify key events and justifications for European imperialism.

Task:  Today we're going to deviate from the pattern of the week to begin an examination of the history of Sub-Saharan Africa.  As you come into class, pick up a white board and a marker from the side of the room.  We're going to spend a few minutes brainstorming to identify existing knowledge of Africa.  Then, you'll work in groups or as individuals to complete a DBQ on great civilizations in Africa.  We'll review the DBQ answers and watch a video clip on the arrival of Islam to West Africa.

The remainder of the class will be devoted to an exploration of the justifications and impact of European imperialism in Africa.  Use the links on the Moodle to complete parts 1 and 2 of this activity.  We will complete part 3 at a later date.

If you finish early, work on your current events assignment or your chapter 18 reading notes for the quiz on Friday.

Homework:

• TODAY - Labeled South and East Africa maps
• Thursday, September 19 - Comment due to current events forum on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, September 20 - Chapter 18 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Wednesday, September 25 - Africa map quiz
• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test

HWC Day 16 - Defining "Africa"

Objective:  Investigate the ways that individual can interact through digital technology to identify appropriate behavior for the global collaborative project.  Identify countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Reflect on culture and geography of contemporary Africa.

Task:  To start class, I'll play the videos about digital footprints and you'll post to the forum on the Moodle.

After we listen to a rap song to review the countries of Africa, we'll spend some time discussing the geographic and cultural diversity of Africa.  To demonstrate your understanding, you'll post a comment to "Geography & Culture of Africa" on our class blog.

Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class identifying some of the stereotypes and misperceptions that are sometimes associated with Sub-Saharan Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY - Part A of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 19 - Part B of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Friday, September 20 - Unit 1 Essay due by 3:00 (see directions on Moodle) 
• Monday, September 23 - Africa nationalist readings & notes due in class
• Monday, September 23 -  Digital Literacy Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Africa Map Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, September 25 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

CPWC Day 15 - Africa Geography & Perceptions

IMPORTANT:  If you missed the test on Friday, you must attend period 12 today to complete the test.

Objective:  Identify and label countries, cities, bodies of water, and major geographic features of Sub-Saharan Africa.  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Africa.

Task:  When you come into class, please get out your homework and a pick up the introduction reading and a highlighter on the sideboard. While you wait for me to check homework, please begin reading the handout.

After I've checked homework, we'll continue labeling our "master" map of Africa.  We'll also spend a little time reviewing the capitals of Africa.

Finally, you'll spend the remainder of class reading the handout and writing out a summary.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Labeled Central Africa map
• Wednesday, September 18 - Labeled South and East Africa maps
• Thursday, September 19 - Comment due to current events forum on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, September 20 - Chapter 18 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Wednesday, September 25 - Africa map quiz
• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test

IMPORTANT:  If you missed the test on Friday, you must attend period 12 today to complete the test.

HWC Day 15 - Africa Geography & Digital Literacy

Objective:  Investigate the ways that individual can interact through digital technology to identify appropriate behavior for the global collaborative project.  Identify countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task: As you come into class, please make sure your name is on your homework and leave it on the side table.  We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing the capitals of Africa.

The next portion of class will be spent working through the following activities:

• Station #1 - Digital Footpring
• Station #2 - Copyright & Creative Commons
• Station #3 - Netiquette

After you've completed ALL of the stations, go to the Moodle and respond to the digital literacy forum.

Homework:

• Wednesday, September 18 - Part A of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 19 - Part B of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 19 - Digital Literacy Quiz
• Friday, September 20 - Unit 1 Essay due by 3:00 (see directions on Moodle) 
• Monday, September 23 - Africa nationalist readings & notes due in class
• Tuesday, September 24 - Africa Map Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, September 25 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

CPWC Day 14 - Africa: Geography & Misperceptions

IMPORTANT:  If you missed the test on Friday, please make arrangements to stay until 4:00 tomorrow to make up the test.

Objective:  Identify and label countries, cities, bodies of water, and major geographic features of Sub-Saharan Africa.  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Africa.

Task:  When you come into class, please get out your homework and a piece of blank paper. Following a brief review of ethnocentrism, you'll create a K-W-L-S chart on which you'll identify what you "k"now about Sub-Saharan Africa and what you "w"ant to know about Africa.

After I've checked homework, we'll spend a few minutes discussing your existing knowledge of Africa. Then, we'll begin labeling our "master" map of Africa.

Finally, you'll fill in the "l"earned column of your chart while watching "What Do We Know About Africa?"  Before leaving, please identify at least three items you "s"till want to know about Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY - Labeled West Africa map
• Tuesday, September 17 - Labeled Central Africa map
• Wednesday, September 18 - Labeled South and East Africa maps
• Thursday, September 19 - Comment due to current events forum on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, September 20 - Chapter 18 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Wednesday, September 25 - Africa map quiz
• Friday, September 27 - Unit 2 Test

IMPORTANT:  If you missed the test on Friday, please make arrangements to stay until 4:00 tomorrow to make up the test.

HWC Day 14 - Unit 1 Test

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of unit 1 content.

Task: As you come into class, please get out a pencil and clear your desks of everything else.  You'll have a brief opportunity to ask questions before the test is distributed.  As your taking the test, be sure to read each question carefully.  Check all of your work before handing in your test.   When you've completed your test, please take it back to Mrs. Friday.  Quietly work on your homework for the next unit.

Homework:

• Tuesday, September 17 - Labeled Africa map due in class
• Wednesday, September 18 - Part A of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 19 - Part B of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Friday, September 20 - Unit 1 Essay due by 3:00 (see directions on Moodle) 
• Monday, September 23 - Africa nationalist readings & notes due in class
• Tuesday, September 24 - Africa Map Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, September 25 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

CPWC Day 13 - Unit 1 Test

Objective: Assess knowledge and understanding of unit 1 content.

Task:  When you come into class, please clear off your desk and get out a pencil in preparation for the test.  You must finish the test before leaving class - be sure to pace yourself accordingly. As you're taking the test, be sure to read each question carefully and check all of your work. After you finish the test, QUIETLY take it back to Mrs. Friday and pick up the work for the next unit on the side counter.  Work silently until everyone has finished the test.

Homework:

• Monday, September 16 - Labeled West Africa map
• Tuesday, September 17 - Labeled Central Africa map
• Wednesday, September 18 - Labeled South and East Africa maps
• Thursday, September 19 - Chapter 18 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Wednesday, September 25 - Africa map quiz

HWC Day 13 - Unit 1 Wrap-Up

Objectives:   Trace the development of man from the emergence of civilization to the 21st century.   Investigate development, globalization, and interdependence in the contemporary world.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your materials on imperialism.  We'll spend the first portion of class comparing colonialism and imperialism and justifications and implications of imperialism.  Then, we'll finish our notes on periodization and the characteristics and elements of culture (see Moodle).  Finally, we'll discuss the current state of globalization by analyzing a satirical music video.

Homework:

• TODAY - Completed Globalization Stations blog posts due
• Monday, September 16 - Unit 1 Test
• Tuesday, September 17 - Labeled Africa map due in class
• Wednesday, September 18 - Part A of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 19 - Part B of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Friday, September 20 - Unit 1 Essay due by 3:00 (see directions on Moodle) 
• Monday, September 23 - Africa nationalist readings & notes due in class
• Tuesday, September 24 - Africa Map Quiz
• Tuesday, September 24 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, September 25 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due in class
• Thursday, September 26 - G&D (pp. 172-183) reading quiz
• Monday, September 30 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, October 7 - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00

CPWC Day 12 - Globalization & Unit 1 Review

Objective:  Assess completion and understanding of globalization, development, and interdependence stations.  Review unit 1 content in preparation for tomorrow's test.

Task:  As you come into class, please get your stations packet out.  We'll spend a few minutes reviewing the packet before the review quiz.  When you are done with the quiz, please quietly study for tomorrow's test.  We'll spend the remainder of class playing "Jeopardy!" to review unit 1.

Homework:

• Thursday, 9/12 - "Globalization & Development" quiz
• Friday, 9/13 - Unit 1 Test 

Resources:

• International Statistical Institute List of Developing Countries 
• The UN at a Glance

What is the United Nations?

Application: How does this song/video relate to our studies?  Amerika by Rammstein

HWC Day 12 - Periodization, Imperialism, & Globalization

Objectives:   Trace the development of man from the emergence of civilization to the 21st century.   Investigate development, globalization, and interdependence in the contemporary world.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your periodization notes.  For the first portion of class, we'll continue our notes on world history.  Then, we'll review and discuss imperialism and colonialism. Finally,  we'll spend the last portion of class in groups working on two of the "Globalization & Development Stations."

Homework:

• Friday, September 13 - Completed Globalization Stations due
• Monday, September 16 - Unit 1 Test 

Crash Course: Imperialism

CPWC Day 11 - Globalization & Development (Part II)

Objective:  Investigate development, globalization, and interdependence from the mid-twentieth century to the present.

Task:  As you come into class, please go to the last station you worked at yesterday.  After I check to make sure that you completed your homework, you'll move to the next station.  By the end of class, you should have completed work on all stations activities.

Homework:

• Thursday, 9/12 - "Globalization & Development" quiz
• Friday, 9/13 - Unit 1 Test  

Article: Brief History of Chemical Warfare

President Obama's Address to the US on Syria (9/10/13)



Charlie Rose Interview with President Bashar Assad of Syria (9/9/13)

HWC Day 11 - Periodization, Imperialism, & Globalization

Objectives:   Trace the development of man from the emergence of civilization to the 21st century.   Investigate development, globalization, and interdependence in the contemporary world.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your periodization notes.  For the first portion of class, we'll continue our notes on world history.  Then,  we'll spend the last portion of class in groups working on two of the "Globalization & Development Stations."

Homework:

• Monday, September 16 - Unit 1 Test 

Article: Brief History of Chemical Warfare

President Obama's Address to the US on Syria (9/10/13)


Interview with President Bashar Assad of Syria (9/9/13)

CPWC Day 10 - Globalization & Development

Objective:  Investigate development, globalization, and interdependence from the mid-twentieth century to the present.

Task:  To start class, please get out your notes from yesterday and review the questions that you will uncover as you work through the stations activity.  Then, you'll be assigned to groups to complete the "Globalization & Development" stations.  You will have 20 minutes at each station.

Homework:

• Wednesday, 9/11 - Wear red, white, & blue
• Thursday, 9/12 - "Globalization & Development" quiz
• Friday, 9/13 - Unit 1 Test  

HWC Day 10 - Vocab Quiz & Periodization Notes

Objectives:  Define history and the social sciences as they will be used in HWC.  Trace the development of man from the emergence of civilization to the 21st century.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computer and log on to the Moodle.  We'll spend the first 25 minutes taking the Primer vocab quiz.  If you finish the quiz before your classmates, study for the test on Friday.  After the quiz, we'll continue our notes on periodization.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class in groups working on the "Globalization & Development Stations."

Homework:

• Wednesday, September 11 - Wear red, white, & blue
• Friday, September 13 - Unit 1 Test

CPWC Day 9 - Globalization & Development

Objective:  Investigate development, globalization, and interdependence from the mid-twentieth century to the present

Task:  We'll begin class with a brief discussion current events discussion.  Then, we'll discuss "100% American" and take notes on some key vocabulary terms.   Then you'll meet with your assigned groups to begin the globalization, development, and interdependence stations.  As you work through these stations, be sure to keep the "BIG picture" in mind.  In other words, ask yourself,  "How does this information help us to better understand our world and ourselves?"  

Homework:

• Wednesday, 9/11 - "Globalization, Development, and Interdependence" quiz
• Friday, 9/13 - Unit 1 Test  

Test Preparation:  Friday's 200 point test will consist of six parts: 1) Multiple choice, 2) Matching, 3) Locating Cultural Regions, 4) Map Skills, 5) Interpreting a Chart, 6) Short Answer

Be sure that you can answer the following questions in COMPLETE paragraphs with supporting details:

• Tell how each of the following elements of culture helps to shape a culture: a) language, b) family, c) religion, d) government. 

• How is a developing nation different from a developed nation? Be specific and give examples. 

• Improved technology has led to greater interdependence among nations.  Describe why two of the following are issues of global concern: a) uneven economic development, b) the environment, c) human rights, d) terrorism. 

REMINDER:  You should be studying on a regular basis!  If you have questions, be sure to ASK! Mrs. Friday is available during period 12 on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday if you need help studying.

HWC Day 9 - Social Sciences & Periodization

Objectives:  Define history and the social sciences as they will be used in HWC.  Trace the development of man from the emergence of civilization to the 21st century.

Task:  Today, we'll divide the class into three distinct sections: presentations, vocabulary review, and periodization notes.  To start class, we'll watch the remaining Primer presentations.  Then, you'll review key vocabulary with "Vocab Footloose."  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class taking notes on the periodization of history.

Homework:

• TODAY - Foundations Investigation due
• TODAY - Imperialism diagram, chart, & reading questions due
• Tuesday, September 10 - Primer vocabulary quiz
• Friday, September 13 - Unit 1 Test

REMINDER:  You should be studying on a regular basis!  If you have questions, be sure to ASK! Mrs. Friday is available during period 12 on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday if you need help studying.

The Study of Culture

CPWC Day 8 - Culture & Current Events

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 pick up a whiteboard, marker, and eraser.  Then, when you get to your seat, get out your notes on culture.  We'll finish up our notes on the elements of culture.  Before moving on to our current events discussion, we'll play a quick review game.  Then, we'll spend the remainder of class discussing current events.

Homework:

• TODAY- 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
• Monday, September 9 - "One Hundred Percent American" reading and questions due in class
• Thursday, September 12 - Unit 1 Test

Andrew Harper, Head of UN Agency on Refugees in Jordan

HWC Day 8 - History, Social Sciences, & Periodization

Objective:  Define history and the social sciences as they will be used in HWC.  Trace the development of man from the emergence of civilization to the 21st century.

Task:  We'll divide today's class into two distinct sections:  presentations and notes.  For the first portion of class, we'll watch the Primer presentations.  Then, we'll continue our notes on periodization.

Homework:

• Monday, September 9 - Foundations Investigation due
• Monday, September 9 - Imperialism diagram, chart, & reading questions due
• Tuesday, September 10 - Primer vocabulary quiz
• Thursday, September 12 - Unit 1 Test

Why Do We Study History?

Why Do We Study History? from James Nagle on Vimeo.

Political implications of map creation:

The Study of Culture

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.

HWC Day 7 - The Beginning of History

Objectives:  Assess knowledge and understanding of chapter 1 of G&D.  Trace the development of humanity from the origins of man to the 21st century.

Task:  The first 30 minutes of class will be used to take the reading comprehension quiz on chapter 1 of G&D.  Then, we'll discuss and debrief on "Becoming Human."  Finally, we'll spend the remainder of class examining and taking notes on periodization in history.

Homework:

• Friday, September 6 - Primer presentations due at BEGINNING of class
• Monday, September 9 - Foundations Investigation due
• Monday, September 9 - Imperialism diagram, chart, & reading questions due
• Tuesday, September 10 - Primer vocabulary quiz
• Thursday, September 12 - Unit 1 Test

Resource - Bridging World History: Agricultural and Urban Revolutions (Annenberg Foundation) 
http://www.learner.org/vod/vod_window.html?pid=2147

CPWC Day 6 - Considering Culture

Objective:  Check knowledge and understanding of chapter 1 of Geography.  Establish a basis for studying culture.

Task:  At the beginning of class, you will have a final opportunity to ask any questions about chapter 1 before the reading quiz.  Although you'll be allowed to use your notes for this quiz, your time is limited to 20 minutes.  When you've finished the quiz, please turn it in at the back of the room and pick up "What is Culture?" and "One Hundred Percent American."  Begin reading these articles while you wait for your classmates to finish.

After everyone finishes the quiz, I'll explain how to prepare for Friday's current events activity and we'll begin taking notes on culture.

Homework:

• Wednesday, September 4 - Geography chapter 1 reading quiz (reading notes may be used on the quiz)
• Thursday, September 5 - "Why are maps important?" due
• Thursday, September 5 - "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.

Political implications of map creation:

HWC Day 6 - Collaboration

Objectives:  Define history and the social sciences as they will be utilized in HWC.  Collaborate in a Web2.0 environment to create an informative presentation.

Task:   To start class, I'll give you a few minutes to ask questions about chapter 1 of G&D.  The rest of class will be used for collaboration on your Primer presentation.  As you work, please keep the following points in mind:

1. Although you will all have access to the SlideRocket presentation, only one person can edit at a time.
2. The purpose of the presentation is to help your classmates understand the main ideas of your assigned section.
3. The presentation must be at least 3 minutes and no more than 4 minutes in length.
4. Be sure that you double check the rubric for grading criteria.

Homework:

• Thursday, September 5 - Globalization & Diversity chapter 1 reading quiz (reading notes may be used on quiz)
• Thursday, September 5 - Watch  and take notes on "Becoming Human" by Don Johanson
• Friday, September 6 - Primer presentations due at BEGINNING of class
• Monday, September 9 - Foundations Investigation due
• Monday, September 9 - Imperialism diagram, chart, & reading questions due
• Tuesday, September 10 - Primer vocabulary quiz

CPWC Day 5 - Themes of Geography & Map Skills

Objective: Consider the themes of geography.  Practice using latitude and longitude to identify absolute location.

Task:  We'll start class with some worksheets to practice using latitude and longitude and read about "The Importance of Geography."   Then, after we review the answers, we'll take some time to discuss and check your understanding of chapter 1 of your text.  Finally, we'll watch What is Geography?  and examine the five themes of geography more closely.

Homework:

• Wednesday, September 4 - Geography chapter 1 reading quiz (reading notes may be used on the quiz)
• Thursday, September 5 - "Why are maps important?" 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 

Political implications of map creation:

HWC Day 5 - Library Re-Introduction

Objectives:    Identify and utilize library resources that will be necessary in HWC.

Task:  At the beginning of the class, I'll return and we'll discuss your GGS quizzes.  You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions about chapter 1 of Globalization & Diversity. Then, we'll go to the library as a class where Ms. Ziemba will review useful library resources and provide useful search techniques for the Internet.  

As you complete the  "Foundations Investigation" please consider:

• All work should be your OWN - this is NOT a collaborative activity and answers should be provided in your own words!
• Use your Globalization & Diversity textbooks to identify the cultural regions for part II.
• You must use PRINT copies of History Today and Current History to complete questions 52 & 53.  These responses will be posted as comments on the class blog (http://svhs-hwc-fall2013.blogspot.com/)
• Use NoodleTools to submit your citation and summary for question 54.

Homework:

• Thursday, September 5 - Globalization & Diversity chapter 1 reading quiz (reading notes may be used on quiz)
• Thursday, September 5 - Watch  and take notes on "Becoming Human" by Don Johanson
• Friday, September 6 - Primer presentations due at BEGINNING of class
• Monday, September 9 - Foundations Investigation due
• Tuesday, September 10 - Primer vocabulary quiz