CPWC Day 70.5 - Map Quiz & Insular Empire

Objective:   Assess knowledge of the geography of Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania.  Investigate America's role in the Northern Mariana Islands.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desk of everything except for a pencil in preparation for your map quiz.  You'll spend the first portion of class completing the map quiz.  Then, we'll investigate American imperialism in the Pacific with a documentary and video guide on the Northern Mariana Islands.

Homework Reminders:

• TODAY - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Wednesday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (includes all countries and capitals studied this semester)

HWC Day 70 - American Imperialism?

Objectives:   Analyze the impact of American influence in Guam, the Northern Marianas, and American Samoa.

Important Research Essay Reminders: See email from Mrs. Friday!

Task:  Good morning!  Today we'll focus on the role of the United States in the Pacific.  Specifically, you'll watch "Insular Empire" and consider the status of Northern Mariana Islanders.  Also, we'll compare the Northern Marianas to American Samoa.  Finally, if time remains, you'll have the opportunity to submit the final draft of your essay.

Homework:

• TODAY - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• 5 bonus points if you turn in a works cited signed by Mrs. Sams
• Wednesday, December 23 - Culture Food Party
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 PDCs due on class blog
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 6 - Cumulative review map quiz (all of Asia & Oceania)
• Thursday, January 14 - Cumulative review map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)

Considering American Samoa:

• "Opinion: Should American Samoans be Citizens" (CNN, 2/11/2014)
• "American Samoans Don't Have Right to US Citizenship Court Rules" (PBS News Hour, 6/5/2015)
• Stateless Peoples: The Samoans (Stateless Voices)

CPWC Day 69.5 - Exploring Australia & Oceania

Objective:   Investigate the cultural heritage and contemporary issues of Australia & Oceania.

Task:  Happy Monday!  We'll begin class with a short review game to prepare for tomorrow's map quiz.  Then, you'll explore the Commonwealth, Oceania, and Australia.

Homework Reminders:

• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Wednesday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (includes all countries and capitals studied this semester)

HWC Day 69 - Exploring Australia & Oceania

Objectives:   Identify unique geographic, historical, and cultural characteristics of Australia & Oceania.

Important Research Essay Reminders: See email from Mrs. Friday!

Task:  Happy Monday!  Today, we'll focus on the culture and heritage of Oceania and Australia.  When you arrive to class, you'll be assigned to one of three topics: The Polynesians, New Zealand & the Maoris, or Australia & the Aborigines.  You'll spend the first portion of class completing the activities regarding your topic and reading "Easter's End."  Then, you'll meet with others who looked at the same topic to create a summary for the rest of the class. Finally, we'll end class with an examination of the impact of rising sea levels in Tuvalu.

Homework:

• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• 5 bonus points if you turn in a works cited signed by Mrs. Sams
• Wednesday, December 23 - Culture Food Party
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 PDCs due on class blog
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 6 - Cumulative review map quiz (all of Asia & Oceania)
• Thursday, January 14 - Cumulative review map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)

CPWC 68.5 - Genocide in Cambodia

Objective:   Investigate the cultural heritage and contemporary issues of Southeast Asia.

Task:   Happy Friday!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desks of everything except for a pencil and your index card.  We'll spend the first portion of class, taking the reading quiz. Then, we'll spend the remainder of class examining the genocide in Cambodia.

Homework Reminders:

• TODAY - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Wednesday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (includes all countries and capitals studied this semester)

HWC Day 68 - Genocide in Cambodia & Contemporary Southeast Asia

Objectives:   Identify unique geographic, historical, and cultural characteristics of Southeast Asia.

Important Research Essay Reminders:

1. Avoid "to be" verbs - use active verbs as much as possible
2. Minimum sources - 5 news sources, 1 primary document source, 1 book source, & 1 scholarly journal
3. All sources in works cited MUST be cited within the text
4. PROOFREAD!!!! before submitting your final draft!

Task:  Good morning!  We'll begin class with presentations of your work from yesterday.  Then, we'll spend the remainder of class examining the genocide in Cambodia.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Unit 7 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• 5 bonus points if you turn in a works cited signed by Mrs. Sams
• Wednesday, December 23 - Culture Food Party
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 PDCs due on class blog
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 6 - Cumulative review map quiz (all of Asia & Oceania)
• Thursday, January 14 - Cumulative review map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)

CPWC6-9 Day 69 - Colonialism, Imperialism, & Genocide

Objective:   Investigate the cultural heritage and contemporary issues of Southeast Asia.

Task:   When you arrive to class, we'll spend a few minutes taking notes on colonialism and imperialism in Southeast Asia (hand-out on Schoology).   We'll also briefly review tensions in Myanmar and Philippines.  Then, we'll spend the remainder of class examining the genocide conducted by the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia.

Homework Reminders:

• TODAY - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Wednesday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (includes all countries and capitals studied this semester)

CPWC3-4 Day 68 - Exploring Southeast Asia

Objective:  Investigate the cultural heritage of Southeast Asia.

Task:   When you arrive to class, we'll finish our discussion from yesterday.  After each group presents, we'll spend a few minutes taking notes on colonialism and imperialism in Southeast Asia (hand-out on Schoology).  Finally, for the last portion of class, you'll complete "Exploring Southeast Asia."

Homework Reminders:

• TODAY - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Wednesday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (includes ALL cultural regions & capitals from this semester)

HWC Day 67 - Considering Southeast Asia

Objectives:   Identify unique geographic, historical, and cultural characteristics of Southeast Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll begin class with a brief discussion of "A Taste for Adventure."  Then, you'll divide into groups to explore select topics in Southeast Asia.  Finally, we'll end class with short summaries of the Southeast Asia topics.

Homework:

• TODAY - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• 5 bonus points if you turn in a works cited signed by Mrs. Sams
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 PDCs due on class blog
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Tuesday, January 5 - Cumulative review map quiz (all of Asia & Oceania)
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class
• Thursday, January 14 - Cumulative review map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)

CPWC6-9 Day 68 - Exploring Contemporary Southeast Asia

Objective:   Investigate the cultural heritage and contemporary issues of Southeast Asia.

Task:   When you arrive to class, please pull up the article that you read at the end of class yesterday.  You'll spend the first few minutes of class working in small groups to create a poster summarizing the main points of your article.  After each group presents, we'll spend a few minutes taking notes on colonialism and imperialism in Southeast Asia (hand-out on Schoology).  Finally, for the last portion of class, you'll complete "Considering Southeast Asia."

Homework Reminders:

• TODAY - Chapter 31, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Wednesday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (includes all countries and capitals studied this semester)

CPWC3-4 Day 67 - Investigating Vietnam & the Ring of Fire

Objective:  Investigate the cultural heritage of Southeast Asia.

Task:   Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please finish labeling your Southeast Asia map and begin working on your Oceania map.  After a quick review game, you'll use close reading strategies to read and summarize one of three articles.  Finally, at the end of class, you'll join with other students who read the same article to create a poster identifying the main points.

Homework Reminders:

• TODAY - Chapter 31, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Wednesday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (includes ALL cultural regions & capitals from this semester)

HWC Day 66 - Peer Review

Objectives:   Critically read and provide feedback on the research paper of a peer.

Task:  Good morning!  Today's class is devoted to completing the research paper peer review.  I'll spend the first few minutes explaining the process.  Then, you'll have the rest of class to complete the peer review.  If you finish early, please work on your Southeast Asia and Oceania maps.

Homework:

• ASAP - "A Taste of Adventure" close rdg. due in Schoology
• TODAY - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• 5 bonus points if you turn in a works cited signed by Mrs. Sams
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 PDCs due on class blog
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Tuesday, January 5 - Cumulative review map quiz (all of Asia & Oceania)
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class
• Thursday, January 14 - Cumulative review map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)

CPWC6-9 Day 67 - Investigating Vietnam & the Ring of Fire

Objective:  Examine a maps of Southeast Asia to analyze the impact on physical geography on cultural development.   Investigate the cultural heritage of Southeast Asia.

Task:   Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please finish labeling your Southeast Asia map while I check your homework.  Then you'll complete one of three activities: Ring of Fire, History of Vietnam, or Contemporary Vietnam.  At the end of class, we'll share the information from each section.

Pd. 6-9 Homework Reminders:

• TODAY - Chapter 31, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, December 16 - Chapter 31, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz

CPWC3-4 Day 66 - Introduction to Southeast Asia

Objective:  Examine a maps of Southeast Asia to analyze the impact on physical geography on cultural development.   Investigate the cultural heritage of Southeast Asia.

Task:   Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download the "S-E-Asia-Intro" packet from Schoology.  While you're investigating the cultural heritage of Southeast Asia, I'll check your reading notes.   After you finish the packet, label your Southeast Asia map.

Pd. 6-9 Homework Reminders:

• TODAY -  Chapter 30, section 1 & Chapter 31, section 1 reading notes due in class 
• Wednesday, December 16 - Chapter 31, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz

CPWC6-9 Day 66 - Introduction to Southeast Asia

Objective:  Examine a maps of Southeast Asia to analyze the impact on physical geography on cultural development.   Investigate the cultural heritage of Southeast Asia.

Task:   Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download the "S-E-Asia-Intro" packet from Schoology.  While you're investigating the cultural heritage of Southeast Asia, I'll check your reading notes.   After you finish the packet, label your Southeast Asia map.

Pd. 6-9 Homework Reminders:

• TODAY -  Chapter 30, section 1 reading notes due in class 
• Tuesday, December 15 - Chapter 31, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, December 16 - Chapter 31, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz

HWC Day 65 - Introduction to Southeast Asia

Objectives:   Investigate the cultural and historical foundations of Southeast Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  Today, we'll begin our examination of Southeast Asia with a consideration of the Spice Trade.  You'll complete a close reading activity of "A Taste of Adventure."  Then, if you finish early, you can work on your research project.

Homework:

• TODAY - "A Taste of Adventure" close rdg. due in Schoology
• Wednesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• 5 bonus points if you turn in a works cited signed by Mrs. Sams
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 PDCs due on class blog
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

Extending Class Discussion:

• "The Spice Trade"
• Become a Spice Trader (simulation)

CPWC Day 65 - South Asia Test

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the geography, history, culture, and contemporary issues of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please get out a pencil and clear your desk in preparation for the test.  You'll have the entire class to work on your test.  If you finish early, please work on your Southeast Asia, Australia, and Oceania maps or your reading notes.

Homework reminders:

• TODAY - Unit 6 test

Pd. 3-4 Homework Reminders:

• Tuesday, December 15 - Chapter 30, section 1 & Chapter 31, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, December 16 - Chapter 31, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz

Pd. 6-9 Homework Reminders:

• Monday, December 14 -  Chapter 30, section 1 reading notes due in class 
• Tuesday, December 15 - Chapter 31, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, December 16 - Chapter 31, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 reading quiz
• Tuesday, December 22 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz

HWC Day 64 - South Asia Test

Objectives:   Assess knowledge and understanding of the geography, culture, history, and contemporary issues of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please get out a pencil and move into your testing seats in preparation for your test.  You'll have the entire class to work on the test.  When you finish, please work on your Southeast Asia, Australia, and Oceania maps or your research project.

Homework:

• TODAY - Unit 6 Test (study guide on Schoology)
• TODAY - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• TODAY - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 18 - Unit 7 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• 5 bonus points if you turn in a works cited signed by Mrs. Sams
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 PDCs due on class blog
• Wednesday, December 23 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

CPWC Day 64 - Taliban & South Asia Wrap-Up

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing the "Green Revolution in India" and examining the impact of this event on farmers in India.  Then, we'll investigate the Taliban.  Finally, if there is time remaining, we'll review for tomorrow's test.

Homework reminders"

• TODAY - Partition of India (in Schoology) due in class
• Thursday, December 10 - Holy Cow! due (CPWC3-4 only)
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

• "Seeds of Suicide" (Frontline World: Rough Cut, PBS, 7/26/2005) 

HWC Day 63 - South Asia Wrap-Up

Objectives:   Investigate the development and current status of the Taliban.  Explore industrialization, agriculture, and high tech industries in India.

Task:  Good morning!  To begin class, we'll briefly review the status of India's economy with a review of Bhopal, the Green Revolution, & high tech India.  Then, we'll shift into our circles for the fishbowl discussions.  After the discussions, you'll evaluate each person on their contributions to the discussion.  Finally, if any time remains, you'll work on study guide for tomorrow's test.

Homework:

• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test (study guide on Schoology)
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• 5 bonus points if you turn in a works cited signed by Mrs. Sams
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

CPWC6-9 Day 63 - Partition & the Green Revolution

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing the "Partition of India" activity.  Then, you'll examine the impact of the Green Revolution on India.  If you finish earlier than your classmates, please work on your study guide for Friday's test.

Homework reminders"

• TODAY - Partition of India (in Schoology) due in class
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

• "Seeds of Suicide" (Frontline World: Rough Cut, PBS, 7/26/2005) 

CPWC3-4 Day 63 - Partition & the Green Revolution

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing the "Partition of India" activity.  Then, you'll examine the impact of the Green Revolution on India.  If you finish earlier than your classmates, please work on your study guide for Friday's test.

Homework reminders"

• TODAY - Partition of India (in Schoology) due in class
• Thursday, December 10 - Holy Cow! due 
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

• "Seeds of Suicide" (Frontline World: Rough Cut, PBS, 7/26/2005) 

CPWC6-9 Day 62 - Civil Disobedience & Partition

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good afternoon!  To begin class, we'll continue with our timeline on the history of South Asia.  Then, you'll participate in a discussion about the methods and influence of Gandhi.  Finally, you'll spend the remainder of class investigating the impact of Partition.

Homework:

• Wednesday, December 9 - Partition Activity due at beginning of class
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

HWC Day 62 - South Asia Content Review

Objectives:   Investigate the development and current status of the Taliban.  Explore industrialization, agriculture, and high tech industries in India.

Task:  Happy Monday!  Today, we're going to begin our wrap-up of South Asia with a review of the civil war in Sri Lanka, the Taliban, and India's economy.  We'll also take some time to investigate Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and the caste system in contemporary India.  Finally, if time remains, we'll explore select other issues in South Asia.

Homework:

• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test (study guide on Schoology)
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

For Further Consideration:

• "Nepal Earthquake: Death Toll Passes 4400 Amid Fears Over Remote Areas" (CNN, April 2015)
• "Maldives Revokes State of Emergency Amid Global Outcry and Tourism Worries" (The Guardian, 11/10/2015)

CPWC6-9 Day 61 - Considering Gandhi

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Happy Monday!  When you arrive to class, please get out a pen or pencil and pull up your South Asia Investigation.  You'll spend the first few minutes of class working on the South Asia Investigation review.  Turn in your paper at the back of the room when your finished and begin working on the "Holy Cow!" activity in Schoology.  After everyone has turned in their work, you'll download the "Gandhi - Viewing Guide."  You'll complete this sheet while watching the documentary on Gandhi's life.  Be sure to submit your work BEFORE you leave class.

Homework:

• TODAY - South Asia Investigation due in class (links at CPWC Day 54 -AND- Schoology)
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

CPWC3-4 Day 62 - Nationalism in India

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Happy Monday!  When you arrive to class, please get out a pen or pencil and pull up your South Asia Investigation.  You'll spend the first few minutes of class working on the South Asia Investigation review.  Turn in your paper at the back of the room when your finished and read through  Timeline of Riots in Modi's Gujarat.  After everyone has turned in their work, you'll download the "Soul of India - Viewing Guide."  You'll complete this sheet while watching the documentary on communal violence in 2002 in India.  Please take special note of the comments and reaction of Narendra Modi - the current prime minister of India.  Be sure to submit your work BEFORE you leave class.

Homework reminders"

• TODAY - South Asia Investigation due in class 
• Wednesday, December 9 - Partition of India (in Schoology) due in class
• Thursday, December 10 - Holy Cow! due 
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

HWC Day 61 - Considering Contemporary Issues in South Asia

Objectives:   Investigate the development and current status of the Taliban.  Explore industrialization, agriculture, and high tech industries in India.

Task:  Happy Monday!  Today, we're going to focus on contemporary issues in South Asia.  Complete "Taliban Investigation" and "India's New Economy" located in the South Asia Contemporary Issues folder in Schoology.  If you finish with the activities early, please work on your research outline.

Homework:

• TODAY - Note cards due in class
• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

CPWC6-9 Day 60 - Rdg. Quiz & History of South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please get out your pencil and your note card in preparation for the reading quiz.  After you've finished the quiz, please work on your South Asia Investigation or watch "The Mughal Empire" (you must use headphones!).  Once everyone has finished the quiz, we'll continue our notes on the history of South Asia and begin our examination of Gandhi.

Homework:

• TODAY - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Monday, December 7 - South Asia Investigation due in class (links at CPWC Day 54 -AND- Schoology)
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration: 
 

The British East India Company (University of Air, 1965) 

1. What were the main interests of the East India Company in the 18th and 19th centuries?
2. Humanitarian motives are based on kindness and concern for others. What humanitarian motives came to influence the British government in its attitude to India?
3. Give examples of ways in which contact with Indian society influenced the British.
4. Why did the British become increasingly arrogant towards Indians?

CPWC3-4 Day 61 - Rdg. Quiz & Partition

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please get out a pencil and your note card for your reading quiz.  After you finish the quiz, please read the "Kashmir Territories Profile."Once everyone has completed the quiz, we'll finish our discussion on Gandhi and civil disobedience before delving into the consequences of the 1947 partition of the subcontinent.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Monday, December 7 - South Asia Investigation due in class (links at CPWC Day 54 -AND- Schoology)
• Wednesday, December 9 - Partition of India (in Schoology) due in class
• Thursday, December 10 - Holy Cow! due 
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

HWC Day 60 - Partition, Civil War in Sri Lanka, & Caste in Contemporary India

Objectives:   Evaluate the consequences of partition.  Discuss the civil war in Sri Lanka.  Investigate Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and caste in contemporary India.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please go to the YouTube channel "1947 Partition Archive" and watch some testimonies from individuals who experienced apartheid.  Then open up "Partition - Document Analysis & Graphic Organizers."  We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing your work on Partition.  Then, we'll discuss the civil war in Sri Lanka.  Finally, if there is time remaining, we'll research caste in contemporary India.

Homework:

• TODAY - Sri Lanka case study due BEFORE class
• TODAY - Comments to assigned thesis statements due on class blog by 11:59 pm
• Monday, December 7 - Note cards due in class
• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

For Further Information:

• India-Pakistan Conflict Explained (TestTube News)
• How Powerful is Pakistan? 
• How Powerful is India?
• Is India's Caste System Still Alive?

CPWC6-9 Day 59 - History of South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please open up your CPWC Chronology sheet.  We'll spend the first portion of class exploring the early history of South Asia with lecture and videos.  Finally, you'll use the last portion of class to finish the South Asia Investigation.

Homework:

• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Monday, December 7 - South Asia Investigation due in class (links at CPWC Day 54 -AND- Schoology)
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

 Indus Valley Civilization

 
  

 

The British East India Company (University of Air, 1965) 

1. What were the main interests of the East India Company in the 18th and 19th centuries?
2. Humanitarian motives are based on kindness and concern for others. What humanitarian motives came to influence the British government in its attitude to India?
3. Give examples of ways in which contact with Indian society influenced the British.
4. Why did the British become increasingly arrogant towards Indians?

CPWC3-4 Day 60 - Nationalism, Non-Violence, & Gandhi

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll begin class with a brief review of our notes from the past two days.  Then, we'll delve into the results of the British annexation of India in 1858 and the emergence of nationalist organizations.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class considering the impact of Gandhi's non-violent civil disobedience.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 26, sections 1 & 2 reading notes  
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Monday, December 7 - South Asia Investigation due in class (links at CPWC Day 54 -AND- Schoology)
• Tuesday, December 8 - Holy Cow! due 
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

• "Amritsar Massacre a Fresh Memory for Last Witness" (All Things Considered, NPR, 12/27/2006)

  

HWC Day 59 - Independence & Partition

Objectives: Investigate select events in the history of South Asia.  Evaluate the consequences of partition.

Task:  Good morning!  We're going to spend the first few minutes of class discussing the methods, message, and accomplishments of Mohandas Gandhi.  Then, you'll investigate the partition of the sub-continent and subsequent conflicts between India and Pakistan.

Homework:

• TODAY - Thesis statement due on class blog by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 4 - Sri Lanka case study due BEFORE class
• Friday, December 4 - Comments to assigned thesis statements due on class blog by 11:59 pm
• Monday, December 7 - Note cards due  in class
• Tuesday, December 8 - "India's New Economy: Bhopal, the Green Revolution, & High Tech" due BEFORE class
• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

CPWC6-9 Day 58 - History of South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please pull up your religions notes.  We'll spend the first portion of class finishing our notes on Jainism and Sikhism.  Then, you'll work with a partner to organize select events in the history of South Asia.  Finally, we'll finish class with a discussion on the history of South Asia.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 26, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, December 2 - Chapter 26, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

 Indus Valley Civilization

 
  

 

CPWC3-4 Day 59 - South Asia During the Modern Period

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  To begin class, we'll finish our notes on the history of South Asia.  We'll also consider the role of the British East India Company.  Then, you'll complete a close reading activity on the significance of the cow in India.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 26, sections 1 & 2 reading notes  
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test
• Monday, December 7 - South Asia Investigation due in class

The British East India Company (University of Air, 1965) 

1. What were the main interests of the East India Company in the 18th and 19th centuries?
2. Humanitarian motives are based on kindness and concern for others. What humanitarian motives came to influence the British government in its attitude to India?
3. Give examples of ways in which contact with Indian society influenced the British.
4. Why did the British become increasingly arrogant towards Indians?

HWC Day 58 - Nationalism, Independence, & Partition

Objectives: Investigate select events in the history of South Asia.  Evaluate the impact of Mughal and British rule in India.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll begin class with a short review of yesterday's historiographical activity. Then, we'll finish our timeline notes and begin our exploration of nationalists movements resisting British rule in India.  You'll have the choice of reading an article about Gandhi or analyzing his changing image.  Finally, we'll end class with a discussion on the methods of Gandhi.

Homework:

• TODAY - "The Partition of India, 1947 - Background Essay" reflection due 
• Thursday, December 3 - Thesis statement due on class blog by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 4 - Sri Lanka case study due BEFORE class
• Friday, December 4 - Comments to assigned thesis statements due on class blog by 11:59 pm
• Monday, December 7 - Note cards due  in class
• Tuesday, December 8 - "India's New Economy: Bhopal, the Green Revolution, & High Tech" due BEFORE class
• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

For Further Consideration:

• "Amritsar Massacre a Fresh Memory for Last Witness" (All Things Considered, NPR, 12/27/2006)

CPWC6-9 Day 57 - Religions of South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download the note fill-ins located in "Religions of South Asia."  We'll spend the majority of class exploring the religions of the subcontinent.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll finish up the "South Asia Investigation."

CPWC6-9 Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 26, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, December 2 - Chapter 26, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

CPWC3-4 Day 58 - History of South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please open "CPWC Chronology" worksheet.  We'll spend the first portion of class using the databases to explore the history of select events in the history of South Asia.  After we review the timeline,  you'll finish up the "South Asia Investigation."

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 26, sections 1 & 2 reading notes  
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test
• Monday, December 7 - South Asia Investigation due in class

For Further Consideration:

 Indus Valley Civilization

 


 

The British East India Company (University of Air, 1965) 

1. What were the main interests of the East India Company in the 18th and 19th centuries?
2. Humanitarian motives are based on kindness and concern for others. What humanitarian motives came to influence the British government in its attitude to India?
3. Give examples of ways in which contact with Indian society influenced the British.
4. Why did the British become increasingly arrogant towards Indians?

HWC Day 57 - British in India

*Quarter 2 PDP, PDC, & SJS assignments have been completed.  Please check the spreadsheet for your assignments.

Objectives: Investigate select events in the history of South Asia.  Evaluate the impact of Mughal and British rule in India.

Task:  Welcome back!  I hope you all had an enjoyable break!  We'll begin class with a quick review of the religions and history of South Asia.  Then, we'll continue our timeline notes and investigate the role of the British East India Company.  We'll finish class with a historiographical activity - comparing Indian and British perspectives of imperialism.

Homework:

• TODAY - Source set #2 (Background) due on NoodleTools by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, December 2 - "The Partition of India, 1947 - Background Essay" reflection due 
• Thursday, December 3 - Thesis statement due on class blog by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 4 - Sri Lanka case study due BEFORE class
• Friday, December 4 - Comments to assigned thesis statements due on class blog by 11:59 pm
• Monday, December 7 - Note cards due  in class
• Tuesday, December 8 - "India's New Economy: Bhopal, the Green Revolution, & High Tech" due BEFORE class
• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

For Further Consideration:

Indus Valley Civilization
 
 

The British East India Company (University of Air, 1965) 

1. What were the main interests of the East India Company in the 18th and 19th centuries?
2. Humanitarian motives are based on kindness and concern for others. What humanitarian motives came to influence the British government in its attitude to India?
3. Give examples of ways in which contact with Indian society influenced the British.
4. Why did the British become increasingly arrogant towards Indians?

CPWC3-4 Day 57 - History of South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download open "CPWC Chronology" worksheet.  We'll spend the first portion of class using the databases to explore the history of select events in the history of South Asia.  Then, we'll delve into the life and influence of Mohandas Gandhi.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll finish up the "South Asia Investigation."

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 26, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, November 25 - Chapter 26, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

For Further Consideration:

 Indus Valley Civilization

 


 

The British East India Company (University of Air, 1965) 

1. What were the main interests of the East India Company in the 18th and 19th centuries?
2. Humanitarian motives are based on kindness and concern for others. What humanitarian motives came to influence the British government in its attitude to India?
3. Give examples of ways in which contact with Indian society influenced the British.
4. Why did the British become increasingly arrogant towards Indians?

HWC Day 56 - History of South Asia (Part II)

*Quarter 2 PDP, PDC, & SJS assignments have been completed.  Please check the spreadsheet for your assignments.

Objectives: Examine the religious and philosophical traditions that shape the culture of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please pull up your South Asia history notes.  To begin class, we'll continue our notes on select historical developments in South Asia.  Then, we'll spend the remainder of class in the library researching for your project.

Homework:

• ASAP - "Breaking Free" reflection post due BEFORE class
• TODAY - "The Mughal Dynasties" reading due in class
• Tuesday, December 1 - Source set #2 (Background) due on NoodleTools by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, December 2 - "The Partition of India, 1947 - Background Essay" reflection due 
• Thursday, December 3 - Thesis statement due on class blog by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 4 - Sri Lanka case study due BEFORE class
• Friday, December 4 - Comments to assigned thesis statements due on class blog by 11:59 pm
• Monday, December 7 - Note cards due  in class
• Tuesday, December 8 - "India's New Economy: Bhopal, the Green Revolution, & High Tech" due BEFORE class
• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

For Further Consideration:

Indus Valley Civilization
 
 

The British East India Company (University of Air, 1965) 

1. What were the main interests of the East India Company in the 18th and 19th centuries?
2. Humanitarian motives are based on kindness and concern for others. What humanitarian motives came to influence the British government in its attitude to India?
3. Give examples of ways in which contact with Indian society influenced the British.
4. Why did the British become increasingly arrogant towards Indians?

CPWC3-4 Day 57 - Religions & History of South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download open your religions fill-in notes.  We'll spend the first portion of class finishing our notes on the religions of South Asia.  Then, you'll use the databases to complete the "CPWC Chronology."
 Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll finish up the "South Asia Investigation."

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 26, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, November 25 - Chapter 26, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

HWC Day 55 - Early History of South Asia

*Quarter 2 PDP, PDC, & SJS assignments have been completed.  Please check the spreadsheet for your assignments.

Objectives: Examine the religious and philosophical traditions that shape the culture of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please pull up your religions notes.  We'll quickly finish our notes on Jainism before beginning our examination of select historical developments in South Asia.  Then, we'll spend the remainder of class in the library researching for your project.

Homework:

• ASAP - "Breaking Free" reflection post due BEFORE class
• TODAY - Source set #1 (News) due on NoodleTools (HWC Research Project (Fall 15)) by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, November 25 - "The Mughal Dynasties" reading due in class
• Tuesday, December 1 - Source set #2 (Background) due on NoodleTools by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, December 2 - "The Partition of India, 1947 - Background Essay" reflection due 
• Thursday, December 3 - Thesis statement due on class blog by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 4 - Sri Lanka case study due BEFORE class
• Friday, December 4 - Comments to assigned thesis statements due on class blog by 11:59 pm
• Monday, December 7 - Note cards due  in class
• Tuesday, December 8 - "India's New Economy: Bhopal, the Green Revolution, & High Tech" due BEFORE class
• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

For Further Consideration:

Indus Valley Civilization

 

The British East India Company (University of Air, 1965)

1. What were the main interests of the East India Company in the 18th and 19th centuries?
2. Humanitarian motives are based on kindness and concern for others. What humanitarian motives came to influence the British government in its attitude to India?
3. Give examples of ways in which contact with Indian society influenced the British.
4. Why did the British become increasingly arrogant towards Indians?

CPWC3-4 Day 56 - Geography & Religion in South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download and complete "Monsoons & Earthquakes in India."  After we review the worksheets, we'll continue our examination of South Asia with notes on the religions of South Asia.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll finish up the "South Asia Investigation."

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 24, section 3 reading notes
• Tuesday, November 24 - Chapter 26, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, November 25 - Chapter 26, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

HWC Day 54 - Buddhism, Jainism, & Library Research

*Quarter 2 PDP, PDC, & SJS assignments have been completed.  Please check the spreadsheet for your assignments.

Objectives: Identify geographic characteristics of South Asia.  Examine the religious and philosophical traditions that shape the culture of South Asia.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please pull up your notes on Hinduism from last week.  We'll spend the first portion of class taking notes on Buddhism & Jainism.  Then, we'll spend the remainder of class in the library researching for your project.

Homework:

• TODAY, November 23 - "Breaking Free" reflection post due BEFORE class
• Tuesday, November 24 - Source set #1 (News) due on NoodleTools (HWC Research Project (Fall 15)) by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, November 25 - "The Mughal Dynasties" reading due in class
• Tuesday, December 1 - Source set #2 (Background) due on NoodleTools by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, December 2 - "The Partition of India, 1947 - Background Essay" reflection due 
• Thursday, December 3 - Thesis statement due on class blog by 3:00 pm
• Friday, December 4 - Sri Lanka case study due BEFORE class
• Friday, December 4 - Comments to assigned thesis statements due on class blog by 11:59 pm
• Monday, December 7 - Note cards due  in class
• Tuesday, December 8 - "India's New Economy: Bhopal, the Green Revolution, & High Tech" due BEFORE class
• Wednesday, December 9 - Outline with final thesis due in GoogleDocs by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, December 10 - Fishbowl discussions - "India Changes Course" & "The Struggle for Women's Empowerment in India"
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 Test
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 SJS due on class blog
• Friday, December 11 - Peer reviewer comments to outline due by 11:59 pm 
• Tuesday, December 15 - First draft (in GoogleDocs) due in class
• Thursday, December 17 - Peer reviewer comments to draft due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, December 22 - Final draft (in PDF) due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, January 7 - Research presentation due in class

CPWC6-9 Day 56 - India in South Asia

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Pd. 3-4 Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download and complete "Investigating Monsoons & Earthquakes in India."   Then, check your email for your next assignment.  After you've finished, please begin the South Asia Investigation.

CPWC6-9 Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 24, section 3 reading notes
• Tuesday, December 1 - Chapter 26, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, December 2 - Chapter 26, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

CPWC Day 55 - Defining India

Objective:  Identify unique cultural, historical, and geographic features of South Asia.

Pd. 3-4 Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download and complete the vocabulary section of "India: Land of Spirit & Mystique."  After we review the vocabulary, we'll spend the next portion of class watching a travel video about India.  Then, you'll use the remainder of class to complete the South Asia Investigation we started yesterday.

Homework:

• TODAY  - South Asia map due in Schoology

CPWC3-4 Homework:

• Monday, November 23 - Chapter 24, section 3 reading notes
• Tuesday, November 24 - Chapter 26, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, November 25 - Chapter 26, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test

CPWC6-9 Homework:

• Friday, November 20 - Chapter 24, section 3 reading notes
• Tuesday, December 1 - Chapter 26, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, December 2 - Chapter 26, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, December 4 - Unit 6 reading quiz
• Friday, December 11 - Unit 6 test