CPWC Day 45 - Women in China

Objective:  Examine select primary sources to identify change and continuity for women in China from the 19th century to the present.

Task: As you come into class prepare for the day's activities by getting out some blank paper and a pen or pencil.  You'll use this paper to take notes as you complete the activities in "Women's Roles in China."  Make sure the heading includes your name, today's date, and "Women's roles in China."  On the first line, write "I.  Background Notes."

Get out your computer and log in to the Moodle.   Scroll down to unit 5 and click on "Women's Roles in China."  This lesson includes a background essay, a scavenger hunt through the house of a 19th century merchant, propaganda posters from the 1960s & 1970s, and an audio interview with a factory worker in the 21st century.  For each of these components, you will complete the activity described (using your blank paper for notes & to complete the activity) and then answer the reflection questions on the Moodle.

After you've finished the Moodle lesson,  read the article on footbinding and answer the accompanying questions.

If there is any time remaining at the end of class, please work on unit 5 homework.

Homework:

• Friday, November 1 - East Asia Map due in class
• Friday, November 1 - "Women's Roles in China" due
• Thursday, November 7 - East Asia reading quiz (Chapter 27, sections 1 & 3, and Chapter 29)

HWC Day 45 - FCP Video Creation & the Silk Road

Objective:   Create a multimedia video that communicates with a general audience a theme from the FCP.  To actively share original content about the topics being researched and analyzed.

Task:  Since we're wrapping up the wiki collaboration, its now time to move on to the video creation portion of the project.  For the second phase of the Flat Classroom Project, each of you will create a 2 to 5 minute video that will include an outsourced clip from a student in another school.  I'll explain the steps to creating a video and we'll watch some videos from past projects.  You'll use the remainder of class, to work on the FCP wiki, your storyboard, or the Silk Road activity.  

Homework:

• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline
• Friday, November 1 - East Asia map due in class
• Friday, November 1 - Silk Road activity due in class (Note: We will be working on this in class on Thursday, October 31)
• Monday, November 4 - China Timeline (on Moodle) due in class
• Monday, November 4 - FCP Video storyboard due
• Tuesday, November 5 - Footbinding reading questions due in class
• Tuesday, November 5 - Boxer Rebellion fishbowl discussion
• Wednesday, November 6 - Mao reading due in class for class discussion
• Wednesday, November 6 - Outsource request due on FCP13-2 wiki
• Thursday, November 7 - "Transnationalism" reading quiz
• Friday, November 8 - Japan Timeline (on Moodle) due in class
• Monday, November 11 - Meiji Restoration fishbowl discussion
• Tuesday, November 12 - "Top Ten Things to Know About Korea" reading due in class
• Tuesday, November 12 - Outsource clip due on FCP Ning
• Wednesday, November 13 - Chapter 11 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, November 14 - Unit 5 Test
• Wednesday, November 20 - Final Video due on FCP Ning

Directions for FCP Video Creation and Outsourcing
Step 1 - Building Your Story:  Go to your topic page of the FCP wiki and scroll down to the "Video Artifacts" section.  Click on your assigned video category to learn more about your assignment (see below).  Construct a detailed storyboard and script that addresses the topic from Dan Pink (see our VoiceThread) and the flattener from Tom Friedman.   Use either the presentation app in Google or the following paper format to create your storyboard: http://saucontechhelp.wikispaces.com/file/view/blankstoryboard.pdf  As you construct your story, consider the specifications for the video: http://helps.flatclassroomproject.org/Video+Specifications#Copyright%20and%20Citations-Video%20Number%20Specifications

Step 2 - Outsourcing:  At this point, you simply need to have a good, overall idea of what your video will be about.  Once you have this figured out, you will need to fill out an outsource request clip at http://fcp13-2.flatclassroomproject.org/Outsourced+Team+A (requests due on Wednesday, November 6).  The next step will require you to submit an outsource clip to someone else and to create a storyboard for your video (links to finished outsource clips due on Tuesday, November 12).   Please watch the video below for detailed instructions on how to begin conceptualizing your video and on how to post an outsource clip request.

 
Step 3 - Tool Selection: Choose a tool to create your video. You might consider I-movie, Windows MediaMaker, or SlideRocket.  If you choose SlideRocket, you will need to take a couple of extra steps to make your presentation into a video.

Step 4 - Video Creation:  Create your video following the Flat Classroom video specifications and be sure to cite ALL resources used in your video.   A description of video specifications and citation expectations can be found at: http://helps.flatclassroomproject.org/Video+Specifications#Copyright%20and%20Citations-Video%20Number%20Specifications

CPWC Day 44 - Mid-Term Exam

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of course content.

Task:  When you come into class, please find the bubble sheet with your name and sit at that desk.  Clear your desks of everything except the bubble sheet, a pencil, and an eraser.  I'll distribute the exam and you'll have the entire class to complete the exam.  If you finish the exam early, please turn in the exam and the answer sheets on the back table.  Use the remainder of class to begin reading notes on

Homework:

• Friday, November 1 - East Asia Map due in class
• Thursday, November 7 - East Asia reading quiz (Chapter 27, sections 1 & 3, and Chapter 29)

HWC Day 44 - Mid-Term Exam

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of course content.

Task:   Today's class is devoted to the midterm exam.  After exams are distributed, you will have the remainder of class to complete the exam.  If you finish the quiz early, please pick up the papers on the back table and begin unit 5 homework.

Homework:

• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline
• Friday, November 1 - East Asia map due in class
• Friday, November 1 - Silk Road activity due in class (Note: We will be working on this in class on Thursday, October 31)
• Monday, November 4 - China Timeline (on Moodle) due in class
• Tuesday, November 5 - Footbinding reading questions due in class
• Tuesday, November 5 - Boxer Rebellion fishbowl discussion
• Wednesday, November 6 - Mao reading due in class for class discussion
• Thursday, November 7 - "Transnationalism" reading quiz
• Friday, November 8 - Japan Timeline (on Moodle) due in class
• Monday, November 11 - Meiji Restoration fishbowl discussion
• Tuesday, November 12 - "Top Ten Things to Know About Korea" reading due in class
• Wednesday, November 13 - Chapter 11 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, November 14 - Unit 5 Test

CPWC Day 43 - Europe Wrap-Up

Objective:  Analyze the causes and impact of the Industrial Revolution.

Task:  Today, we'll finish our examination of the French Revolution with a review of the causes, course, and effects of this event.  Then, we'll spend some time considering the Industrial Revolution.  Finally, we'll use the last portion of class reviewing for tomorrow's mid-term with a game of Jeopardy.

Homework:

• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 43 - Europe Wrap-Up & Mid-Term Review

Objective:  Review contributions and ideas of modern Europe.

Task:   We'll begin today's class with the people review from yesterday.  Then, we'll spend a few minutes watching a video segment on the emergence of nationalism as an outcome of the age of Napoleon.  Finally, we'll use the last portion of class playing review Jeopardy.

Homework:

• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 42 - Absolutism, Democracy, & Revolution in Europe

Objective:  Examine the trends of absolutism and democracy in Europe.  Chronicle the major event of the French Revolution.

Task:  We'll begin class with a review of the "Absolutism & Democracy" packet.  Then, you'll finish your review of the French Revolution with a partner and we'll discuss the significance of this event in world history.  Finally, to end class we'll begin our examination of the industrial revolution.

Homework:

• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 42 - Europe Wrap-up & Wiki

Objective:  Post research to the FCP Diigo group and contribute to the FCP13-2 wiki to facilitate collaborative research.  Create graphic organizers to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of modern Europe.

Task:   We'll begin today's class with a gallery walk to examine the eras of modern Europe graphic organizers.  Then, you'll work with a partner to review the significant people of modern Europe.  Finally, you'll spend the last portion of class editing the FCP wiki.

Homework:

• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 41 - Map Quiz

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of Europe map.  Examine the trends of absolutism and democracy in Europe.  Chronicle the major event of the French Revolution.

Task:  Clear off your desks and prepare for the map quiz.  After you finish the quiz, you'll receive the "Absolutism and Democracy" DBQ.  You'll work on this packet until everyone else has finished the quiz.  Then, you'll split into groups of three to watch and complete the video guide on the French Revolution.

Homework:

• Monday, October 28 - "Absolutism & Democracy" packet due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 41 - Map Quiz

Objective:  Post research to the FCP Diigo group and begin contributing to the FCP13-2 wiki to facilitate collaborative research.  Create graphic organizers to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of modern Europe.

Task:   For the first 40 minutes of class, you'll complete the Europe map quiz.  After you finish, turn the quiz in and get out your computer to work quietly on FCP until your classmates have finished.  Then, you'll meet with your groups to finish your modern European ear graphic organizer.

Homework:

• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 40 - Politics & Society in Early Modern Europe

Objective:  Describe the religious impact of man's changing conception of the universe and his place within it.

Task:  When you arrive to class, please get out your Protestant Reformation notes.  We'll begin class finishing these notes.  Then, we'll divide into groups to share the information on the Europe heritage packets.  Finally, we'll end class with a game to review for tomorrow's map quiz.

Homework:

• Friday, October 25 - Europe map quiz
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 40 - Sketching "Modern Europe" & FCP Collaboration

Objective:  Post research to the FCP Diigo group and begin contributing to the FCP13-2 wiki to facilitate collaborative research.  Create graphic organizers to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of modern Europe.

Task:   To begin class, we'll finish reviewing the matching worksheet.  Then, we'll split into groups.  Each group will create a graphic organizer to explain one of the eras in modern European history.

Finally, we'll spend the last segment of class editing the FCP wiki (see also FCP Wiki Instructions).  When adding your own sources to the FCP Diigo group, be sure to annotate and to follow the project tagging standards.  Be sure to check the discussion thread, gather research, and add to the wiki at least one other time each day.  Your grade will be based upon both the quality and quantity of your contributions (see FCP checklist on the Moodle).

Homework:

• Friday, October 25 - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, October 25 - Industrial Revolution (on Moodle) reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - "The Urban Landscape" (Sybil & Communist Manifesto excerpts) reading analysis due in class
• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 39 - Defining Europe

Objective:   Investigate the political, social, and economic structure of Europe prior to and during the Renaissance.  Describe the religious impact of man's changing conception of the universe and his place within it.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up the worksheet from the computer cart and get out your homework.  Complete the worksheet while I'm checking homework.  Next, we'll take notes on the Protestant Reformation and discuss the changing perceptions of the time period.  Finally, you'll meet with other students who completed the same page on the History Investigation.  You'll collaborate to ensure that you have all of the important information before moving to your sharing group.

Homework:

• TODAY - Reformation: Guiding Questions & Corroboration Table (use Document A & Document B in provided packet)
• Friday, October 25 - Europe map quiz
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 39 - Define "Modern" Europe & FCP Wiki Editing

Objective:  Post research to the FCP Diigo group and begin contributing to the FCP13-2 wiki to facilitate collaborative research.

Task:   To begin class, you'll check your knowledge and understanding of the Age of Absolutism and Enlightenment with a matching worksheet.  Then, we'll split into groups.  Each group will create a graphic organizer to explain one of the eras in modern European history.

We'll spend the last segment of class editing the FCP wiki (see also FCP Wiki Instructions).  When adding your own sources to the FCP Diigo group, be sure to annotate and to follow the project tagging standards.  Be sure to check the discussion thread, gather research, and add to the wiki at least one other time each day.  Your grade will be based upon both the quality and quantity of your contributions (see FCP checklist on the Moodle).

Homework:

• Thursday, October 24 - "Political Transformations" reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, October 25 - Industrial Revolution (on Moodle) reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - "The Urban Landscape" (Sybil & Communist Manifesto excerpts) reading analysis due in class
• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 38 - Reformation

Objective:   Investigate the political, social, and economic structure of Europe prior to and during the Renaissance.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your chapter 12 & chapter 14 reading notes.  We'll spend the first 25 minutes of class taking the reading quiz.  After you take the quiz, please turn in your quiz and pick up the "The Importance of the Printing Press" from Mrs. Friday.   After we review the printing press worksheet, we'll spend some time beginning our examination of Martin Luther and the Reformation.

Homework:

• TODAY - Reading quiz (Chapter 12, sections 1 & 3 and Chapter 14) 
• Wednesday, October 23 - Reformation: Guiding Questions & Corroboration Table (use Document A & Document B in provided packet)
• Friday, October 25 - Europe map quiz
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 38 - FCP Diigo & Wiki Editing

Objective:  Post research to the FCP Diigo group and begin contributing to the FCP13-2 wiki to facilitate collaborative research.

Task:   To begin class, I'll distribute your mid-term exam study guide and explain the format for your mid-term exam.  Then, we'll spend the remainder of class working on the Flat Classroom Project wiki.

I'll spend a few minutes reviewing Diigo and the process for editing the FCP wiki (see also FCP Wiki Instructions).  Use the FCP Diigo group and the current events posts from your summer reading assignment to help you get started on your research.  When adding your own sources to the FCP Diigo group, be sure to annotate and to follow the project tagging standards.  Over the next week, we'll spend 20 minutes of each class working on the wiki.  However, you should also be checking the discussion thread, gathering research, and adding to the wiki at least one other time each day.  Your grade will be based upon both the quality and quantity of your contributions (see FCP checklist on the Moodle).

Homework:

• Wednesday, October 23 - French Revolution (on Moodle) due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - "Declaration of the Rights of Man & Citizen" reading analysis due in class
• Thursday, October 24 - "Political Transformations" reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, October 25 - Industrial Revolution (on Moodle) reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - "The Urban Landscape" (Sybil & Communist Manifesto excerpts) reading analysis due in class
• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 37 - Renaissance & Reformation

To all of those that attended the trip on Friday, THANK YOU for a wonderful day!

Objective:   Investigate the political, social, and economic structure of Europe prior to and during the Renaissance.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your chapter 12 & chapter 14 reading notes.  We'll spend the first 25 minutes of class taking the reading quiz.  After you take the quiz, please turn in your quiz and pick up the history investigation from Mrs. Friday.   After we review the printing press worksheet, you'll work in groups to define humanism, materialism, secularism, individualism, and classicism.   In new groups, you'll apply your understanding by comparing select pieces of art.  Finally, we'll begin our examination of the Reformation.

Homework:

• TODAY - Reading quiz (Chapter 12, sections 1 & 3 and Chapter 14) 
• Friday, October 25 - Europe map quiz
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

Follow-up note:  The reading quiz has been postponed until tomorrow.  Be sure to bring your reading notes to class.  Today, each student completed 1 page of the Europe history investigation before watching an excerpt of "Money & Power."

HWC Day 37 - Renaissance, Reformation, & FCP Wiki Editing

To all that attended the field trip on Friday, THANK YOU for a wonderful trip!

Objective:  Evaluate the social, cultural, and political changes of Europe between 1400 and 1750. Post research to the FCP Diigo group and begin contributing to the FCP13-2 wiki to facilitate collaborative research.

Task:   To begin class, we'll identify the spirit of the Renaissance with a comparison of artwork from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.  Next, we'll examine the growth of the money economy with a brief video clip.  Finally, we'll start work on the Flat Classroom Project wiki.

I'll "walk" you through the wiki and explain project expectations (see also FCP Wiki Instructions).  Complete the following tasks ASAP:

1. Add your name to the team members list at the bottom of your topic page.  Link your name to your page of the FCP Ning.
2. On the discussion thread, leave a message on the wiki discussion tab for your team members describing what you think your topic is about.
3. On the FCP Ning, if you have not done so already: a) "friend" your student leader and comment on his/her handshake, b) "friend" and comment to the handshakes of the other members in your box on the grid.
4. Each of you should post AT LEAST 5 resources to the FCP Diigo group and make AT LEAST 2 contributions/comments to the FCP13-2 wiki each day.

Use the FCP Diigo group and the current events posts from your summer reading assignment to help you get started on your research.  When adding your own sources to the FCP Diigo group, be sure to annotate and to follow the project tagging standards.  Over the next week, we'll spend 20 minutes of each class working on the wiki.  However, you should also be checking the discussion thread, gathering research, and adding to the wiki at least one other time each day.  Your grade will be based upon both the quality and quantity of your contributions.

Homework:

• TODAY - FCP13-2 Wiki focus week begins
• TODAY - Protestant Reformation packet due in class (page 1 notes on Moodle)
• TODAY - "Divine Right of Kings" worksheet due in class
• TODAY - Columbian Exchange (on Moodle) activity due in class
• Tuesday, October 22 - Absolutism & Enlightenment packet (on Moodle) due in class (MUST have print out to use information on quiz)
• Tuesday, October 22 - "Thoughts on Women" (Rousseau & Wollstonecraft) reading analysis due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - French Revolution (on Moodle) due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - "Declaration of the Rights of Man & Citizen" reading analysis due in class
• Thursday, October 24 - Europe Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 24 - "Political Transformations" reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - Industrial Revolution (on Moodle) reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - "The Urban Landscape" (Sybil & Communist Manifesto excerpts) reading analysis due in class
• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 36 - Europe Map, Defining the Renaissance, & MJH Pre-Visit

IMPORTANT FIELD TRIP INFORMATION:   For Friday's field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, all students MUST bring a packed lunch and dress appropriately (no ripped jeans, etc.).  We will meet in the cafeteria for attendance at 7:15 and the busses will leave promptly at 7:30.  If you miss the field trip bus, you will be expected in your regular classes.

Objective:  Identify and label countries, cities, bodies of water, and major geographic features of Europe.  Investigate the political, social, and economic structure of Europe prior to and during the Renaissance.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your map homework.  We'll spend the first portion of class labeling Eastern Europe and former Soviet Republics on our master map.  Then, we'll spend a few minutes finalizing our characterization of the Italian Renaissance.  Finally, you'll participate in the pre-visit activities for our trip to the museum tomorrow.

Homework:

• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Monday, October 21 - Reading quiz (Chapter 12, sections 1 & 3 and Chapter 14) 
• Wednesday, October 23 - Europe map quiz
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 36B - FCP Wiki Instructions

This phase of the Flat Classroom Project requires you to collaborate with other students to create an on-line artifact explaining one aspect of the "flat world."  Be sure to pay attention to details, add accurate information, and cite all sources.  Further, you need to communicate effectively with other team members.  Remember, a high-quality product requires participation and high-quality contributions from all team members!

How to Edit the FCP 13-2 Wiki:
IMPORTANT:  Any edit MUST be "Saved with Comment" AND accompanied by a post and explanation on the appropriate discussion thread.  Be sure to make use of your expert advisor and student leaders and to pay attention to the work of your group members.

1.  Go to FCP13-2 project wiki and sign in.  Read through the "Welcome" on the home page.

2.  Identify your placement on the Team Grid.

3.  Click on your group topic.  Read the topic summary.

4.  After reading the summary, click on "Team A."  Scroll down to the bottom of your topic page and add your name to the author list.  Link your name to your personal FCP Ning page.

5.  Go to your sub-topic (A-F) and read the topic assignment (in italics).  When you are ready to contribute to the wiki, you will click on the "edit" for your subtopic and post your research BELOW the italics in your subtopic.  For EVERY post that is made, you MUST "Save with Comment" and BRIEFLY explain (1 sentence) the change you made to the wiki.  Then, you MUST go to the discussion thread for the TOPIC WIKI for your subtopic and explain what you've done, why you've done it, and what questions you have.  If you are still confused, the following video on wiki editing procedures may be useful: http://helps.flatclassroomproject.org/home

Wiki editing step 5A

Wiki editing step 5B

Wiki editing step 5C

Wiki editing step 5D

6.  Be sure to cite all information that you post to the wiki.  Follow the citation instructions on the Project Help wiki.  I will be checking the wiki history and your work on the wiki will be evaluated according to the provided rubric.

HWC Day 36 - MJH Pre-Visit, Italian Renaissance, & FCP Wiki Instructions

IMPORTANT FIELD TRIP INFORMATION:   For Friday's field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, all students MUST bring a packed lunch and dress appropriately (no ripped jeans, etc.).  We will meet in the cafeteria for attendance at 7:15 and the busses will leave promptly at 7:30.  If you miss the field trip bus, you will be expected in your regular classes.

Objective:  Prepare for the visit to the Museum to Jewish Heritage.  Evaluate the social, cultural, and political changes of Europe between 1400 and 1750.  Navigate the FCP13-2 wiki to facilitate collaborative research.

Task:  We'll spend the first portion of class preparing for our trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage.  Next, we'll review the Italian Renaissance with a jigsaw activity.  Finally, we'll start work on the Flat Classroom Project wiki.

I'll "walk" you through the wiki and explain project expectations (see also FCP Wiki Instructions).  Complete the following tasks ASAP:

1. Add your name to the team members list at the bottom of your topic page.  Link your name to your page of the FCP Ning.
2. On the discussion thread, leave a message on the wiki discussion tab for your team members describing what you think your topic is about.
3. On the FCP Ning, if you have not done so already: a) "friend" your student leader and comment on his/her handshake, b) "friend" and comment to the handshakes of the other members in your box on the grid.

Use the FCP Diigo group and the current events posts from your summer reading assignment to help you get started on your research.  When adding your own sources to the FCP Diigo group, be sure to annotate and to follow the project tagging standards.  Over the next week, we'll spend 20 minutes of each class working on the wiki.  However, you should also be checking the discussion thread, gathering research, and adding to the wiki at least one other time each day.  Your grade will be based upon both the quality and quantity of your contributions.

Homework:

• TODAY- Connections to FCP team members due (email Mrs. Friday if you are unable to locate anyone on your team)
• Friday, October 18 - Field Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Monday, October 21 - FCP13-2 Wiki focus week begins
• Monday, October 21 - Protestant Reformation packet due in class (page 1 notes on Moodle)
• Monday, October 21 - "Divine Right of Kings" worksheet due in class
• Monday, October 21 - Columbian Exchange (on Moodle) activity due in class
• Tuesday, October 22 - Absolutism & Enlightenment packet (on Moodle) due in class (MUST have print out to use information on quiz)
• Tuesday, October 22 - "Thoughts on Women" (Rousseau & Wollstonecraft) reading analysis due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - French Revolution (on Moodle) due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - "Declaration of the Rights of Man & Citizen" reading analysis due in class
• Thursday, October 24 - Europe Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 24 - "Political Transformations" reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - Industrial Revolution (on Moodle) reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - "The Urban Landscape" (Sybil & Communist Manifesto excerpts) reading analysis due in class
• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 35 - Italian Renaissance & the Birth of Modern Europe

IMPORTANT FIELD TRIP INFORMATION:   For Friday's field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, all students MUST bring a packed lunch and dress appropriately (no ripped jeans, etc.).  We will meet in the cafeteria for attendance at 7:15 and the busses will leave promptly at 7:30.  If you miss the field trip bus, you will be expected in your regular classes.

Objective:  Identify and label countries, cities, bodies of water, and major geographic features of Europe.  Investigate the political, social, and economic structure of Europe prior to and during the Renaissance.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your map homework.  We'll spend the first portion of class labeling Northern Europe on our master map.  Then, we'll spend a few minutes discussing the heritage of pre-modern Europe before you answer questions based upon this activity.  Finally, we'll watch a video clip about the Italian Renaissance prior to analyzing the changing shape of society as reflected through art work.

Homework:

• TODAY - Northern Europe map due in class
• Thursday, October 17 - Eastern Europe & Russia maps due in class
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Monday, October 21 - Reading quiz (Chapter 12, sections 1 & 3 and Chapter 14) 
• Wednesday, October 23 - Europe map quiz
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 35 - PSATs...

IMPORTANT FIELD TRIP INFORMATION:   For Friday's field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, all students MUST bring a packed lunch and dress appropriately (no ripped jeans, etc.).  We will meet in the cafeteria for attendance at 7:15 and the busses will leave promptly at 7:30.  If you miss the field trip bus, you will be expected in your regular classes.

Those few students who are not taking PSAT and in class will watch either, Inside Mecca or The World According to Sesame Street.  You may also choose to work on FCP or Europe homework.

Homework:

• Thursday, October 17 - Italian Renaissance packet & Italy in the 15th Century map due in class (readings posted on Moodle)
• Thursday, October 17 - Connections to FCP team members due (email Mrs. Friday if you are unable to locate anyone on your team)
• Friday, October 18 - Field Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Monday, October 21 - FCP13-2 Wiki focus week begins
• Monday, October 21 - Protestant Reformation packet due in class (page 1 notes on Moodle)
• Monday, October 21 - "Divine Right of Kings" worksheet due in class
• Monday, October 21 - Columbian Exchange (on Moodle) activity due in class
• Tuesday, October 22 - Absolutism & Enlightenment packet (on Moodle) due in class (MUST have print out to use information on quiz)
• Tuesday, October 22 - "Thoughts on Women" (Rousseau & Wollstonecraft) reading analysis due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - French Revolution (on Moodle) due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - "Declaration of the Rights of Man & Citizen" reading analysis due in class
• Thursday, October 24 - Europe Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 24 - "Political Transformations" reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - Industrial Revolution (on Moodle) reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - "The Urban Landscape" (Sybil & Communist Manifesto excerpts) reading analysis due in class
• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 34 - Defining Europe

IMPORTANT FIELD TRIP INFORMATION:   For Friday's field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, all students MUST bring a packed lunch and dress appropriately (no ripped jeans, etc.).  We will meet in the cafeteria for attendance at 7:15 and the busses will leave promptly at 7:30.  If you miss the field trip bus, you will be expected in your regular classes.

Objective:  Identify and label countries, cities, bodies of water, and major geographic features of Europe.  Investigate the political, social, and economic structure of Europe prior to the Renaissance.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your map homework.  We'll spend the first portion of class labeling the countries of Mediterranean and Western Europe. For the remainder of class, you'll use the European History Interactive Map to investigate the conditions of Europe during the Greek and Roman periods and the Middle Ages.

Homework:

• Tuesday, October 15 - Mediterranean & Western Europe maps due in class
• Wednesday, October 16 - Northern Europe map due in class
• Thursday, October 17 - Eastern Europe & Russia maps due in class
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Monday, October 21 - Reading quiz (Chapter 12, sections 1 & 3 and Chapter 14) 
• Wednesday, October 23 - Europe map quiz
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 34 - Defining Europe & Identifying FCP Teams

IMPORTANT FIELD TRIP INFORMATION:   For Friday's field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, all students MUST bring a packed lunch and dress appropriately (no ripped jeans, etc.).  We will meet in the cafeteria for attendance at 7:15 and the busses will leave promptly at 7:30.  If you miss the field trip bus, you will be expected in your regular classes.

Objective: Identify and label countries, cities, bodies of water, and major geographic features of Europe.  Determine FCP13-2 topic assignment and "meet" team members on the FCP Ning. 

Task:   As you come into class, please pick up a Europe capitals matching list.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class checking your knowledge of the European capitals.  Then, we'll discuss the heritage of Europe and you'll use your worksheet to fill out the completion check.  We'll use the remainder of class to identify your topic on FCP13-2, connecting with your teammates on the FCP Ning, and researching your topic via the FCP Diigo group.

Homework:

• TODAY - Heritage of Europe activity due in class for a completion quiz (link for part I on Moodle, "Prelude to the Modern World" distributed)
• Thursday, October 17 - Italian Renaissance packet & Italy in the 15th Century map due in class (readings posted on Moodle)
• Thursday, October 17 - Connections to FCP team members due (email Mrs. Friday if you are unable to locate anyone on your team)
• Friday, October 18 - Field Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Monday, October 21 - FCP13-2 Wiki focus week begins
• Monday, October 21 - Protestant Reformation packet due in class (page 1 notes on Moodle)
• Monday, October 21 - "Divine Right of Kings" worksheet due in class
• Monday, October 21 - Columbian Exchange (on Moodle) activity due in class
• Tuesday, October 22 - Absolutism & Enlightenment packet (on Moodle) due in class (MUST have print out to use information on quiz)
• Tuesday, October 22 - "Thoughts on Women" (Rousseau & Wollstonecraft) reading analysis due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - French Revolution (on Moodle) due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - "Declaration of the Rights of Man & Citizen" reading analysis due in class
• Thursday, October 24 - Europe Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 24 - "Political Transformations" reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - Industrial Revolution (on Moodle) reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - "The Urban Landscape" (Sybil & Communist Manifesto excerpts) reading analysis due in class
• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

What you should be working on now:

1. Friend all the members of your team
2. Comment to the handshakes of all the people in your box AND your student leaders
3. Begin researching your topic.  A good place to start is the FCP Diigo group.

CPWC Day 33 - Unit 3 Test

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of unit 3 content.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up the Europe map packet, a Scantron sheet, and answer sheet.  Once everyone has settled into their seats and cleared desks, I'll distribute the test. After you finish the test, please turn it into Mrs. Friday and begin working on your Europe maps.

Homework:

• Tuesday, October 15 - Mediterranean & Western Europe maps due in class
• Wednesday, October 16 - Northern Europe map due in class
• Thursday, October 17 - Eastern Europe & Russia maps due in class
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Monday, October 21 - Reading quiz (Chapter 12, sections 1 & 3 and Chapter 14) 
• Wednesday, October 23 - Europe map quiz
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 33 - Unit 3 Test

Objective:   Assess knowledge and understanding of unit 3 content.

Task:   As you come into class, please pick up unit 4 materials on the back table.  After explaining each of the assignments, I'll distribute the test.  You must finish the test by the end of class.  If you finish early, please turn in the test to Mrs. Friday and begin working on the unit 4 materials.

Homework:

• TODAY -  Investigations posts due on HWC blog by 3:00
• Monday, October 14 - Unit 3 Regional Study Extension posts due in NoodleTools (& shared with Mrs. Friday) by 3:00
• Tuesday, October 15 - Europe map due
• Tuesday, October 15 - Heritage of Europe activity due in class for a completion quiz (link for part I on Moodle, "Prelude to the Modern World" distributed)
• Thursday, October 17 - Italian Renaissance packet & Italy in the 15th Century map due in class (readings posted on Moodle)
• Friday, October 18 - Field Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Monday, October 21 - FCP13-2 Wiki focus week begins
• Monday, October 21 - Protestant Reformation packet due in class (page 1 notes on Moodle)
• Monday, October 21 - "Divine Right of Kings" worksheet due in class
• Monday, October 21 - Columbian Exchange (on Moodle) activity due in class
• Tuesday, October 22 - Absolutism & Enlightenment packet (on Moodle) due in class (MUST have print out to use information on quiz)
• Tuesday, October 22 - "Thoughts on Women" (Rousseau & Wollstonecraft) reading analysis due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - French Revolution (on Moodle) due in class
• Wednesday, October 23 - "Declaration of the Rights of Man & Citizen" reading analysis due in class
• Thursday, October 24 - Europe Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 24 - "Political Transformations" reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - Industrial Revolution (on Moodle) reading due in class
• Friday, October 25 - "The Urban Landscape" (Sybil & Communist Manifesto excerpts) reading analysis due in class
• Monday, October 28 - Europe Regional Study due in class
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Thursday, October 31 - FCP wiki editing deadline

CPWC Day 32 - Unit 3 Wrap-Up

Objective:  Compare and contrast imperialism and nationalism in Southwest Asia.  Sort key events and current issues relating to the Arab-Israeli conflict and Israel-Palestinian conflict.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out last night's homework AND, if you have not already handed it in, your field trip permission slip.  I'll check your homework and we'll spend a few minutes discussing the complex and controversial role of women in Islam.  Then, we'll finish our notes on nationalism and the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Homework:

• TODAY - MJH Field Trip permission slips due
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 32 - Unit 3 Wrap-Up

Objective:   Explain the strength and eventual weaknesses of the Ottoman Empire.  Determine how society, particularly the role of women, has changed throughout the region.  Sort key events and current issues relating to the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Task:   Please pick up your computer as you come into class.  Get out your reading notes and log onto the Moodle.  We'll spend the first 15 minutes of class taking the chapter 10 reading quiz.  Next, we'll wrap-up unit 3 with notes and discussion.

Homework:

• TODAY - MJH field trip permission slips due
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 11 - Investigations posts due on HWC blog by 3:00
• Monday, October 14 - Regional Study Extension posts due in NoodleTools (& shared with Mrs. Friday) by 3:00
• Friday, October 18 - Field Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

CPWC Day 31 - Map Quiz, Ottoman Empire, and Israel

Objective:  Compare and contrast imperialism and nationalism in Southwest Asia.  Sort key events and current issues relating to the Arab-Israeli conflict and Israel-Palestinian conflict.

Task:  Please clear your desk of everything except a pen or pencil in preparation for the quiz.  After you finish the map quiz, please turn it in on the back table and pick up the reading on the Ottoman Empire, the map list, and the map of Israel.  Please read about the Ottoman Empire until our next activity.

After everyone has finished the quiz, we'll label the Israel map and take notes on nationalism and independence in the Middle East.  Finally, we'll finish class with a reading about the issue of veiling in Islam.

Homework:

• Thursday, October 10 - "From Tunis to Tehran" reading & questions due
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH Field Trip permission slips due
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 31 - Map Quiz & Chronology

Objective:   Explain the strength and eventual weaknesses of the Ottoman Empire.  Determine how society, particularly the role of women, has changed throughout the region.  Sort key events and current issues relating to the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Task:   Today, we'll begin class with your map quiz.  Please clear your desks of everything except for a pen or pencil.   You'll have 30 minutes to complete the quiz.  If you finish early, hand in the quiz on the computer cart.  Pick up the worksheet and your computer.  Complete the worksheets packet.  After everyone has finished the quiz, we'll spend some time reviewing the "Chronology and Connections" packet before we move onto the investigations.

Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class investigating the Ottoman Empire, women in Islam, the Arab-Israeli/Israeli-Palestinian issue, and environmental concerns in Central Asia.  After you complete each investigation, make a comment to the appropriate post on the HWC blog.

Homework:

• Thursday, October 10 - MJH field trip permission slips due
• Thursday, October 10 - 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 11 - Investigations posts due on HWC blog by 3:00
• Monday, October 14 - Regional Study Extension posts due in NoodleTools (& shared with Mrs. Friday) by 3:00
• Friday, October 18 - Field Trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

CPWC Day 30 - Islam, Cultural Diversity, & Genocide

Objective:  Examine cultural diversity in Southwest Asia.  Identify the contributions of Islamic civilization to world cultures.  Summarize the causes and effects of the Armenian genocide.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up the hand-out and begin working.  After I return reading quizzes, we'll review the worksheet and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of cultural diversity.  Then, we'll spend a few minutes reviewing for tomorrow's map quiz.  Next, we'll discuss the DBQ from yesterday and identify contributions of Islam.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class examining the Armenian genocide.

Homework:

• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH Field Trip permission slips due
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 30 - Investigating History & Contemporary Issues

Objective:   Explain the strength and eventual weaknesses of the Ottoman Empire.  Determine how society, particularly the role of women, has changed throughout the region.  Sort key events and current issues relating to the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Task:   As you come into class, please get ready for your "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz.  You will need a pencil and your reading notes put away in an easily accessible location.  After the quizzes have been distributed, you will have 25 minutes to complete the quiz, including a 10 minute note window.  When you finish the quiz, please pick up the Islamic civilizations DBQ and work on this packet until all of your classmates have finished.  We'll spend a few minutes reviewing the "Chronology and Connections" packet before we move onto the investigations.

Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class investigating the Ottoman Empire, women in Islam, the Arab-Israeli/Israeli-Palestinian issue, and environmental concerns in Central Asia.  After you complete each investigation, make a comment to the appropriate post on the HWC blog.

Homework:

• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (includes blank Africa map) 
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH field trip permission slips due
• Thursday, October 10 - 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 29 - Monotheism in the Middle East

Objective:   Identify the key components of monotheism in the Middle East.  Identify the contributions of Islamic civilization to world cultures.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your reading notes and a pencil in preparation for the reading quiz.  After you've finished the quiz, please turn it in to Mrs. Friday and pick up the "Islamic Contributions to Civilizations" DBQ.  When everyone has turned in the quiz, we'll review the "Heirs of Abraham" and examine the influence of Islam in world civilization.

Homework:

• TODAY - Heirs of Abraham reading notes
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH Field Trip permission slips due
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 29 - Chronology & Connections

Objective:  Identify the contributions of Islamic civilization to world cultures.  Trace the development of culture and society in Southwest Asia and North Africa

Task:  We'll spend the first few minutes of class reviewing the Middle East.  Then, we'll spend next portion of class delving into the Sunni-Shia split and the term "jihad."
After we review the chronology and connections packet, we'll spend some time examining the Arab-Israeli conflict with a map of Israel and the disputed territories.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class discussing Orientalism and the perspectives packet.

Homework:

• TODAY - Perspectives in History charts due
• TODAY - Part IV of Regional Study due in class
• TODAY - Rwanda extra credit due by 3:00
• Tuesday, October 8 - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (includes blank Africa map) 
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH field trip permission slips due
• Thursday, October 10 - 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 28 - Culture & Current Events

Objective:   Identify the key components of monotheism in the Middle East.  Identify the contributions of Islamic civilization to world cultures.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your reading notes.  We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing the reading notes.  Then, we'll form a discussion circle for current events.  Finally, if there's any time remaining, we'll play a map review game.

Homework:

• TODAY  - 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)
• Monday, October 7 - Heirs of Abraham reading notes
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH Field Trip permission slips due
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 28 - Monotheism in the Middle East

Objective:  Compare and contrast key components of monotheistic religion in the Middle East.  Identify the contributions of Islamic civilization to world cultures.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your the "Heirs of Abraham" reading and religions notes.  We'll spend the first portion of class discussing the emergence of monotheism.  Then, we'll delve more deeply into the Sunni-Shia split and the term "jihad."

We'll take a short break from notes to play a map review game.  Then, we'll begin our unit 3 history notes.

Homework:

• TODAY - 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 - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (includes blank Africa map) 
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH field trip permission slips due
• Thursday, October 10 - 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 27 - "Inside Mecca" & Monotheism

Objective:   Identify the key components of monotheism in the Middle East.  Identify the contributions of Islamic civilization to world cultures.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up the "Inside Mecca" video guide.  We'll spend the first portion of class watching the documentary.  Then, we'll spend the remainder of class working on "Heirs of Abraham."

Homework:

• TODAY  - 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)
• Monday, October 7 - Heirs of Abraham reading notes
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH Field Trip permission slips due
• Friday, October 11 - Unit 3 Test
• Friday, October 18 - Field trip to Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Wednesday, October 30 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 27 - Monotheism & FCP13-2 Wiki

Objective:  Join the FCP13-2 project wiki and FCP Diigo group in preparation.  Compare and contrast key components of monotheistic religion in the Middle East.  Identify the contributions of Islamic civilization to world cultures.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your computer.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class joining the Flat Classroom 13-2 project wiki and the FCP Diigo group.  Although we won't be starting work on the wiki until next week, you should now be a member of all sites related to the project.

Next, we'll spend some time creating a flow chart identifying the roots of the Abrahamic religions.  Then, you'll investigate the religions as you read "Heirs of Abraham" and complete a DBQ about the Islamic contributions to civilization.

Finally, we'll use the last portion of class to begin our notes on the chronology of the region.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chronology & Connections packet due in class 
• TODAY - Part I of Regional Study due in class
• 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 - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (includes blank Africa map) 
• Thursday, October 10 - MJH field trip permission slips due
• Thursday, October 10 - 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 26 - The Emergence of Monotheism

Objective:  Examine the geography of Central Asia.  Identify the key components of monotheism in the Middle East.

Task:  As you come into class, please pick up and work on "The Death of a Sea." Also, get out your Central Asia map for a homework check.  After I've checked homework and everyone has finished the worksheet, we'll spend a few minutes discussing the Aral Sea.  Then, we'll finish labeling and listing capitals on our master maps.  Next, we'll complete a flow chart describing the origins of the Abrahamic religions.  Finally, you'll spend the last portion of class reading "Heirs of Abraham."

Homework:

• TODAY  - 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

More info. on today's topics:

Aral Sea Recovery? (National Geographic, 4/10/2012)

HWC Day 26 - Monotheism & Geography in the Middle East (Cont.)

Objective:  Compare and contrast key components of monotheistic religion in the Middle East.  Examine the geography and early history of North Africa and Southwest Asia.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out your stations questions from yesterday, stow your books away, get out your computer, and sit at your station from yesterday.  We'll spend the first portion of class completing the geography stations.  After you've visited each station, we'll spend a few minutes joining the FCP13-2 Project Group on the Flat Classroom Ning.

Once everyone has returned the computers and retrieved their books, we'll split into four groups to play a game reviewing the capitals of North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class examining the Abrahamic religions.

Geography Stations Procedures:

1. Read through the questions that apply to your station.  
2. Divide up the provided sources and work together to answer the questions.
3. Appoint one group member to post an audio comment to the Middle East Geography VoiceThread. (Each person need to make at least ONE comment to the VoiceThread.)
4. Review entire VoiceThread to ensure understanding of Middle East geography.  Go to the class blog and reflect on the geography of Southwest Asia and North Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY - Whole New Mind summary posted to VoiceThread by 3:30 (5 bonus points for audio or video post)
• TODAY - 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 - 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 - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Wednesday, October 9 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (includes blank Africa map) 
• Thursday, October 10 - 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 25 - Geography of Southwest Asia (Part II)

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 Southwest Asia map.  After I check homework, we'll spend the first portion of class labeling the Southwest Asia section of our master map for this unit.  Then, you'll meet with your teaching group to complete your notes on chapter 21.  Finally, for the last portion of class, you'll complete a review sheet to ensure that you understand the significance of geography in shaping the history and culture of the Middle East.

Homework:

• TODAY - 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 25 - Monotheism & Middle East Geography

Objective:  Compare and contrast key components of monotheistic religion in the Middle East.  Examine the geography and early history of North Africa and Southwest Asia.

Task:  As you come into class, please get out some blank paper for taking notes.  We'll spend the first portion of class exploring Zoroastrianism as a precursor to the Abrahamic religions.  Then, we'll divide up into groups to investigate the geography and early history of the Middle East.

Geography Stations Procedures:

1. Read through the questions that apply to your station.  
2. Divide up the provided sources and work together to answer the questions.
3. Appoint one group member to post an audio comment to the Middle East Geography VoiceThread. (Each person need to make at least ONE comment to the VoiceThread.)
4. Review entire VoiceThread to ensure understanding of Middle East geography.  Go to the class blog and reflect on the geography of Southwest Asia and North Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY - 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)
• TODAY - 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