HWC Day 20 - Sub-Saharan Africa Wrap-up

Objectives:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Examine the impact of imperialism on Africa.  Describe the implementation and collapse of apartheid in South Africa.  Consider select contemporary issues in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   Happy Friday!  When you arrive to class,please pick up the unit 3 homework from the side table.  I left two hole punches in the back of the room if needed.  Then, to begin, we'll finish our examination of apartheid in South Africa.  Then, we'll discuss the cases of Zimbabwe, Somalia, and Congo as well as select other contemporary issues in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, we'll investigate the contemporary status of Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events (Regional Study Follow-Ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox
• Tuesday, March 3 - Unit 3 Map due
• Wednesday, March 4 - "West Comes East" discussion (summary and discussion questions posted to Moodle forum by 7:30 am)
• Thursday, March 5 - Part I of Regional Study due in class
• Monday, March 9 - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Monday, March 9 - Part III of Regional Study due (this provides some insight/background into the Bernard Lewis article)
• Tuesday, March 10 - Part IV of Regional Study due in class (complete this BEFORE the "Perspectives in History" packet)
• Tuesday, March 10 - Perspectives in History charts due (extra credit due by 3:00)
• Wednesday, March 11 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (see Moodle for study hints)
• Thursday, March 12 - Part II of Regional Study due in class (post reflection to Moodle forum by 7:30 am)
• Friday, March 13 -  Unit 3 Test
• Friday, March 13 - Unit 3 current events (Regional Study Follow-ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Middle East & Central Asia Current Events" dropbox
• Monday, March 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

Soc Day 20 - The Upper Class & Global Stratificaiton

Objective:  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.  Identify the characteristics of the working poor and the working class.  Describe the traits of the upper class.

Task:  Happy Friday!  We'll start where we left off yesterday - with a discussion on the working class.  Then, we'll extend our examination of social class to consider global poverty with a quiz and discussion.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class on a simulation.  Use the Living Wage Calculator to identify your cost of living.

Homework:

• TODAY - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Friday, February 27 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)
• Wednesday, March 4 - "Songs of Stratification" presentations
• Thursday, March 5 - "Songs of Stratification" presentations

CPWC Day 20 - Sub-Saharan Africa Wrap-Up

Objective:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Describe the course and fall of apartheid in South Africa.

Task:   Happy Friday!  We'll begin class with a video on apartheid in South Africa.  After we check the viewing guide, we'll spend the rest of class reviewing for Monday's test.

Homework:  

• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Tuesday, March 3 - Chapter 19, section 2 reading notes due
• Wednesday, March 4 - Chapter 22, section 1 reading notes due
• Thursday, March 5 - Chapter 22, section 2 reading notes due
• Monday, March 9 - Chapter 22, section 3 reading notes due
• Tuesday, March 10 - Chapter 16, sections 2 & 3 reading notes due
• Wednesday, March 11 - Unit 3 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Monday, March 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

HWC Day 19 - Apartheid in South Africa

Objectives:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Examine the impact of imperialism on Africa.  Describe the implementation and collapse of apartheid in South Africa.

Task:   When you arrive to class, please get out a pen or pencil and your reading notes in preparation for your reading quiz.  You'll have the first 30 minutes of class to complete the quiz.  Then, we'll discuss part C of the regional study and consider the role of non-violent resistance in the collapse of the apartheid system.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox
• Monday, March 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

• Racial classifications in South Africa  (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• Impact of colonization of South African societies (Jeff Guy, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• Diamond & gold mining in South Africa (Jeff Guy, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• Apartheid as a unique system (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• Creation of the African National Congress  (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• Sharpeville as a turning point (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• The Soweto Uprising (Fatima Meer, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• The Truth & Reconciliation Commission (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• Union of South Africa (BBC, 1957)
• Apartheid in South Africa (BBC, 1985)
• Sharpeville as a turning point

 

Soc Day 19 - Social Class in America

Objective:  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.  Identify the characteristics of the working poor and the working class.  Describe the traits of the upper class.

Task:  To begin class, we'll continue our notes on social class in America.  Then, we'll discuss the working poor (via "Nickel-and-Dimed") and the working class (via "Moving up").  Finally, you'll post reflections to the Moodle forum.

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• TODAY - Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• TODAY - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• TODAY- Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, February 26 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Friday, February 27 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)
• Wednesday, March 4 - "Songs of Stratification" presentations
• Thursday, March 5 - "Songs of Stratification" presentations

Extending class discussion:

The "official list" of the upper class:  The Social Register

Audio slideshow: Rich on Nantucket

Article:  Old Nantucket Warily Meets the New

News clip: American Versailles: Temple to Excess?  (Note:  This is not the "old money" upper class we discussed in class.)

CPWC Day 19 - Nationalism, Independence, & Apartheid

Objective:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Examine the impact of imperialism on Africa.  Consider the emergence and course of nationalism in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Describe the course and fall of apartheid in South Africa.

Task:   Good morning!  Please get out your "Scramble for Africa" sheet.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class reviewing the video clip from yesterday.  Then, we'll take a few minutes to review the unit 1 test.  Next, we'll discuss the nationalism and independence packet.  Finally, we'll end class with an examination of apartheid in South Africa.

Homework:  

• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 30 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Model UN - Preparing for MUN at Lehigh (Part III)

Our trip is rapidly approaching and I need to get final counts to the organizers for MUN at Lehigh ASAP.

Permission Slips
At this point, I've only received signed permission slips from 8 people.  If you are still planning on attending and have not handed in the signed form, please get it in as soon as possible and let me know to expect the form.

What to Wear/What to Bring
You need to dress professionally.  This means gentlemen should be wearing ties and button-down shirts with khakis or slacks.  Ladies, no short skirts or revealing tops.  Remember, you're a diplomat to the United Nations and should dress accordingly.

It will be useful to have a binder or folder with your research and the rules of procedure.  Your research should include information about your country and information relevant to your committee.

You may bring a packed lunch or purchase a lunch through the snack bar at Rauch Business Center.  If you plan on purchasing your lunch, I need your orders by Friday, 2/27.

Other Details
We're leaving school at 8:00 am and returning at 2:00 pm.  Please make sure to check with your teachers for any missed work.

There are no copiers for us to use so we will need to take copies of your resolutions with us.  Please get these resolutions to me by Friday, March 6.  I will make sure we have enough copies.

We'll have two more, brief meetings before the trip on Wednesday, March 4 and Wednesday, March 11.  If you need help preparing, please check out these two blog posts:

• Preparing for MUN - Part I (12/17/2014)
• Preparing for MUN - Part II (1/29/2015)

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me.

HWC Day 18 - Nationalism, Independence, & Apartheid

Objectives:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Examine the impact of imperialism on Africa.  Explore the emergence of nationalism and independence movements in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   When you arrive to class, please get out your nationalists packet.  We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing Nkrumah, Fanon, and Nyerere.  Then, we'll briefly consider the Mau Mau rebellion in Kenya before beginning our examination of South Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY - Part C of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Thursday, February 26 - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

• "Britain Agrees Settlement for Kenya's Mau Mau Victims" (Telegraph, 6/5/2013)

ThoughtCast: The Mau Mau rebellion -- a revisionist history from thoughtcast on Vimeo.

• Racial classifications in South Africa  (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• Impact of colonization of South African societies (Jeff Guy, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• Diamond & gold mining in South Africa (Jeff Guy, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• Apartheid as a unique system (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• Creation of the African National Congress  (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• Sharpeville as a turning point (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• The Soweto Uprising (Fatima Meer, University of KwaZulu-Natal)
• The Truth & Reconciliation Commission (Newell Stultz, Brown University)
• Union of South Africa (BBC, 1957)
• Apartheid in South Africa (BBC, 1985)
• Sharpeville as a turning point

Soc Day 18 - The Working Poor & The Working Class

Objective:  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.  Identify the characteristics of the working poor and the working class.

Task:  To begin class, we'll continue our notes on poverty.  Then, you'll take a quiz on the poverty in the US and we'll discuss the working poor (via "Nickel-and-Dimed") and the working class (via "Moving up").  Finally, you'll post reflections to the Moodle forum.

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• TODAY  - Article discussion for "Uses of Poverty"
• TODAY - Summary & discussion questions for "Nickel-and-Dimed" and "Moving Up From the Working Class" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 25 - Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• Wednesday, February 25 - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• Wednesday, February 25- Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, February 26 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Friday, February 27 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)
• Monday, March 2 - "Songs of Stratification" presentations
• Tuesday, March 3 - "Songs of Stratification" presentations
• Wednesday, March 4 - "Songs of Stratification" presentations

Extending Class Discussion:

• "Which Pennsylvania Counties Have the Most Minimum Wage Workers?" (Morning Call, 2/19/2015)
• "Median Income in Eastern Pennsylvania Towns" (Morning Call, 2/23/2015)

Class Dismissed: How TV Frames the Working Class

NBC News - Dateline (June 2012)

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NBC News Video (November 2012)

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CPWC Day 18 - Africa Map Quiz & Nationalism

Objective:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Examine the impact of imperialism on Africa.  Consider the emergence and course of nationalism in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   When you arrive to class, please clear your desk and get out a pen or pencil in preparation for your map quiz.  We'll spend the first portion of class taking the map quiz.  When you've finished, please turn it in at the back of the room and pick up the imperialism DBQ.  Work on the DBQ while your classmates are finishing the quiz.  After everyone finished the quiz, we'll review the DBQ and watch "Colonialism in 10 Minutes" to finish our examination of imperialism.  Finally, for the last portion of class, we'll review the nationalism packet.

Homework:  

• TODAY  - African Nationalists Packet
• TODAY - Africa Map Quiz
• Thursday, February 26 - South Africa Vocabulary
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

For further consideration:

HWC Day 17 - Imperialism, Nationalism, & Independence in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Objectives:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Examine the impact of imperialism on Africa.  Explore the emergence of nationalism and independence movements in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   We'll begin class with a review and discussion of the "Scramble for Africa."  Then, we'll form a discussion circle to explore the select independence and nationalist movements in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY - African nationalists readings & notes due in class
• Wednesday, February 25 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Thursday, February 26 - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

For further consideration:

Soc Day 17 - Poverty in America

Objective:  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.  Identify the characteristics of poverty.

Task:  To begin class, we'll finish our notes on the theoretical perspectives on stratification and poverty.  Then, you'll take a quiz on the poverty in the US before our discussion on "The Uses of Poverty."  Finally, you'll post a reflection to the Moodle forum.

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• TODAY  - Article discussion for "Uses of Poverty"
• TODAY - Summary & discussion questions for "Nickel-and-Dimed" and "Moving Up From the Working Class" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 25 - Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• Wednesday, February 25 - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• Wednesday, February 25- Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, February 26 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Friday, February 27 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)

Social Class in America (1957)

CPWC Day 17 - Imperialism in Africa

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Objective:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Examine the impact of imperialism on Africa.

Task:   Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please pick up the capitals review list from the front podium.  Do your best to identify as many capitals as possible while we're checking your homework.  To start, we'll review the geography worksheet from yesterday and the capitals list.  Then, you'll complete a DBQ exploring the impact of imperialism in Africa.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class discussing the contemporary implications of imperialism.

Homework:  

• TODAY  - African Nationalists Packet
• Wednesday, February 25 - Africa Map Quiz (study hints BELOW)
• Friday, February 27 - Unit 2 Test
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

HWC Day 16 - Map Quiz & Imperialism in Africa

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Objectives:  Identify the countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.  Examine the impact of imperialism on Africa.

Task:   When you arrive to class, please get out a pen or pencil in preparation for the map quiz.  You'll have the first 30 minutes of class to complete the quiz.  When you've finished, please turn it in at the back of the room and pick up "Imperialism in Africa."  Use the links below (also on the Moodle) to answer the questions.

Homework:

• TODAY - Africa map quiz (study guide on the Moodle)
• Tuesday, February 24 - African nationalists readings & notes due in class
• Wednesday, February 25 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Thursday, February 26 - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Resources for class activities:

• "Slavery and the Scramble for Africa" BBC
• "Animated Atlas of African History"

Extending Class Activities:

• "The New Imperialism in Africa" (Annenberg Foundation)

Soc Day 16 - Wonder Woman as a Reflection of America

Objective:  Explore gender stratification as reflected in popular culture.  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.  Identify the characteristics of poverty.

Task:  We're going to deviate from our exploration of class stratification to consider gender stratification.  Specifically, you'll watch a documentary, "Wonder Women:  The Untold Story of American Superheroines."  After you've finished & handed in the viewing guide, please go to the Moodle and copy the notes up to and including slide 24.  If there is any class time remaining, continue your preparation for the discussion circles.

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• TODAY - Summary & discussion questions for "Nickel-and-Dimed" and "Moving Up From the Working Class" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, February 24  - Article discussion for "Uses of Poverty"
• Wednesday, February 25 - Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• Wednesday, February 25 - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• Wednesday, February 25- Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, February 26 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Friday, February 27 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)

CPWC Day 16 - Imperialism in Africa

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Objective:  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   Please get out your chapter 18 reading notes and a pencil in preparation for the reading quiz.  You'll spend the first portion of class taking the reading quiz.  When you've finished the quiz, please turn in your work and pick up the Africa geography review.  After the quiz we'll finish listing the capitals for Southern and East Africa.  Finally, we'll explore the impact of European influence in Africa during the Age of Imperialism.  You'll spend the remainder of class working on the "Scramble for Africa."

Homework:  

• TODAY - Geography chapter 18 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Tuesday, February 24 - African Nationalists Packet
• Wednesday, February 25 - Africa Map Quiz (study hints BELOW)
• Friday, February 27 - Unit 2 Test
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

HWC Day 15 - Defining Africa

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Objectives:  Identify the countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   Bonjour!  When you come to class, clear your desk of everything except a pen or pencil and pick up the hand-out from the podium.  We'll spend the first portion playing a game to review the Africa map in preparation for Monday's quiz.  Then, we'll form a discussion circle to consider the social constructs that shape our perceptions of Africa.  Finally, we'll end class with a song to review the map of Africa.

Homework:

• TODAY - Part B of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, February 23 - Africa map quiz (study guide on the Moodle)
• Tuesday, February 24 - African nationalists readings & notes due in class
• Wednesday, February 25 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Thursday, February 26 - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussions:

• "An African Voice" (Atlantic, 8/2/2000)
• "After Empire: Chinua Achebe and the Great African Novel" (New Yorker, 5/26/2008)

Race as a Social Construct

• American Anthropological Association Statement on "Race" (5/17/1998)
• "Study: Stereotypes Drive Perceptions of Race" (NPR, 2/11/2014)

Soc Day 15 - Theories of Stratification

SHORTENED CLASS - 2 HOUR DELAY

Objective:  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll devote the entirety of today's abbreviated class period to our notes on stratification.  Specifically, we'll consider the approaches of the three theoretical perspectives and poverty.

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• TODAY  - Social stratification vocabulary due
• TODAY- Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Monday, February 23 - Article discussion for "Uses of Poverty"
• Monday, February 23 - Summary & discussion questions for "Nickel-and-Dimed" and "Moving Up From the Working Class" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, February 24 - Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• Tuesday, February 24 - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• Wednesday, February 25- Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, February 26 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Thursday, February 26 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)

Extending class discussions:

• "The Children Going Hungry in America" (BBC, 3/6/2013)

From PBS NewsHour (November, 2011)

From NBC News NOW (February 2013)

NBC News: Brian Williams Hosts "Poverty in America" at the Newseum (January 2014)

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CPWC Day 15 - Africa Map

SHORTENED CLASS - TWO HOUR DELAY

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Objective:  Label the countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   Bonjour!  We only have a short class so we need to make the most of our time together today. When you arrive, please pick up some colored pencils and find a seat for map labeling.  Then, get out your map packet, your reading notes, and your tracing map.  We'll devote our time to finishing our master map.

Homework:  

• TODAY - Labeled South and East Africa map (from packet)
• TODAY - Chapter 18, section 3 reading notes 
• Monday, February 23 - Geography chapter 18 reading notes (notes may be used)
• Tuesday, February 24 - African Nationalists Packet
• Wednesday, February 25 - Africa Map Quiz
• Friday, February 27 - Unit 2 Test
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

HWC Day 14 - Considering Africa

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Objectives:  Identify the countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Reflect on culture and geography of Sub-Saharan Africa.  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   Habari za mchana! When you arrive to class, please get out a computer and take the "Think You Know Africa?" quiz.  Next, we'll split into groups to consider the political status of Africa prior to 1850.  Then, we'll use your forum posts and the DBQ to explore the geography, culture, and history of Africa prior to the Age of Imperialism.

Homework:

• TODAY - Part A of Africa Regional Study (Moodle forum post due BEFORE class)
• Friday, February 20 - Part B of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, February 23 - Africa map quiz
• Tuesday, February 24 - African nationalists readings & notes due in class
• Wednesday, February 25 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Thursday, February 26 - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class activities:

• "7 Medieval African Kingdoms Everyone Should Know About" (Atlanta Black Star, 12/5/2013)
• "Civilization Overview: African Kingdoms" (Timemaps)

Soc Day 14 - Stratification

Objective:  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.

Task:  To begin our exploration of stratification we'll watch Dr. Seuss' "The Sneetches."  Then, we'll begin our notes on stratification.  Next, we'll consider the hidden rules of social class.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll work with your group on the discussion circles.

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• TODAY  - Social stratification vocabulary due
• Thursday, February 19 - Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, February 20 - Article discussion for "Uses of Poverty"
• Friday, February 20 - Summary & discussion questions for "Nickel-and-Dimed" and "Moving Up From the Working Class" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Monday, February 23- Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• Monday, February 23 - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• Tuesday, February 24- Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 25 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Thursday, February 26 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)

CPWC Day 14 - Geography & Portrayals of Africa

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Objective:  Label the countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   Asubuhi njema!  When you arrive to class, please pick up the packet from the podium.  Answer the questions about the documents while we're checking you're homework.  After we review the packet, we'll watch the remainder of "What Do We Know About Africa?"  Then, we'll continue labeling our large map.

Homework:  

• TODAY - Chapter 18, section 2 reading notes
• Friday, February 20 - Labeled South and East Africa map (from packet)
• Friday, February 20 - Chapter 18, section 3 reading notes 
• Monday, February 23 - Geography chapter 18 reading notes (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, February 25 - Africa Map Quiz
• Friday, February 27 - Unit 2 Test

Extending Class Activities:

HWC Day 13 - Introduction to Sub-Saharan Africa

Would you like to use your smartphone or tablet to help you study the maps?  Check out my "Apps for Maps" post for a list of FREE map review apps.

Objectives:  Identify the countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Reflect on culture and geography of Sub-Saharan Africa.  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   Welcome back!  When you arrive to class, please pick up the capital review list from the podium.  With a partner, match the capitals to the correct countries.  After we review the answers, we'll watch "What Do We Know About Africa?"  Finally, we'll explore the causes and consequences of misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa in a discussion about the video and "Five Myths About Africa" at the end of class.

Homework:

• TODAY - Africa map due
• TODAY - Discussion "Five Myths About Africa" (come prepared with notes & points/questions for discussion)
• Wednesday, February 18 - DBQ - "Africa Before European Arrival"
• Thursday, February 19 - Part A of Africa Regional Study (Moodle forum post due BEFORE class)
• Friday, February 20 - Part B of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, February 23 - Africa map quiz
• Tuesday, February 24 - African nationalists readings & notes due in class
• Wednesday, February 25 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Thursday, February 26 - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox

Soc Day 13 - Introducing Stratification

Objective:  Analyze the impact of stratification and social class on society.  Engage in an intellectual discussion about the American dream.

Task:  Welcome back! We'll begin class with an activity to explore the importance of sample size in sociological research.  Then, we'll discuss "What's So Great About America?" and explore the "American dream."   Finally, we'll begin our exploration of stratification.

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• TODAY - "What's So Great About America?" discussion questions and reflection posted to Moodle by 7:00 am
• Wednesday, February 18 - Social stratification vocabulary due
• Wednesday, February 18 - Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, February 19 - Article discussion for "Uses of Poverty"
• Thursday, February 19 - Summary & discussion questions for "Nickel-and-Dimed" and "Moving Up From the Working Class" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, February 20 - Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• Friday, February 20 - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• Monday, February 23 - Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, February 24 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"
• Wednesday, February 25 - Discussion "Is There a Better Way to Fight Terrorism?" (Freakonomics, 2/13/2015)

CPWC Day 13 - Introduction to Sub-Saharan Africa

Would you like to use your smartphone or tablet to help you study the maps?  Check out my "Apps for Maps" post for a list of FREE map review apps.

Objective:  Label the countries, cities, and bodies of water in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Identify and dispel misconceptions about Sub-Saharan Africa.

Task:   Welcome back!  When you arrive to class, please pick up the "Introduction" from the podium.  At your seat, get out your large Africa map and your Africa map packet.  While we check for homework completion, please begin reading the "Introduction."

1. While you read, use a highlighter to identify important ideas and details.  Use your pen to take notes and to mark anything that you don't understand.
2. After you read, write down the main idea (1 sentence) and 5 supporting details.  Also, create two discussion questions based on the reading.

We'll spend the next portion of class labeling and coloring the countries of West Africa on our large maps.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class watching a video on the misperceptions about Africa.

Homework:  

• TODAY- Africa map outline on tracing paper
• TODAY - Labeled West Africa map (from packet)
• TODAY - Chapter 18, section 1 reading notes
• TODAY - Labeled Central Africa map (from packet)
• Thursday, February 19 - Chapter 18, section 2 reading notes
• Thursday, February 19 - Labeled South and East Africa map (from packet)
• Friday, February 20 - Chapter 18, section 3 reading notes 
• Monday, February 23 - Geography chapter 18 reading notes (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, February 25 - Africa Map Quiz
• Friday, February 27 - Unit 2 Test

HWC Day 12 - Unit 1 Test

Objectives:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the social sciences and the foundations of culture, geography, & history.

Task:   Good afternoon!  When you arrive to class, please get out a pencil and clear your desk in preparation for the unit 1 test. 

As you take the test, please read each question carefully and select the best possible answer.  If you are unsure of the answer, try to eliminate one or two choices.  Don't spend too much time on any single question - its likely that you may find clues to help you figure out the answer later in the test.  For the short answer questions, make sure that you fully answer the question with relevant details to show your understanding.  Finally, before handing in your test, be sure to double check your work.

When you've finished with the test, please turn it in at the back of the room.  Use the remainder of class to begin your unit 2 homework.

Homework:

• TODAY - Unit 1 Test (study guide posted on Moodle Friday, 2/6)
• TODAY - Globalization & Development comments on Moodle forum due
• Tuesday, February 17 - Africa map due
• Tuesday, February 17 - Discussion "Five Myths About Africa" (come prepared with notes & points/questions for discussion)
• Wednesday, February 18 - DBQ - "Africa Before European Arrival"
• Thursday, February 19 - Part A of Africa Regional Study (Moodle forum post due BEFORE class)
• Friday, February 20 - Part B of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, February 23 - Africa map quiz
• Tuesday, February 24 - African nationalists readings & notes due in class
• Wednesday, February 25 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Thursday, February 26 - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox

Soc Day 12 - Unit 1 Test

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of basic sociological concepts, theoretical perspectives, and prominent sociologists.

Task:  Good morning!  We're going to spend the first few minutes of class completing an activity to review the theoretical perspectives.  Then, you'll have the remainder of class to complete the unit 1 test.  After you've finished the test, please begin working on your unit 2 vocabulary and/or "What's So Great About America?"

Article Discussion Assignments:

• "The Uses of Poverty" - Sean, Jimmy, Keenen
• "Nickel-and-Dimed" - Bridget, Janie, Hope
• "Moving Up From the Working Class" - Brian, Mark, Liz
• "Uses of Global Poverty" - Rowan, Brendan 

Homework:

• Tuesday, February 17 - "What's So Great About America?" discussion questions and reflection posted to Moodle by 7:00 am
• Wednesday, February 18 - Social stratification vocabulary due
• Wednesday, February 18 - Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Thursday, February 19 - Article discussion for "Uses of Poverty"
• Thursday, February 19 - Summary & discussion questions for "Nickel-and-Dimed" and "Moving Up From the Working Class" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Friday, February 20 - Article discussion for "Nickel-and-Dimed"
• Friday, February 20 - Article discussion for "Moving Up From the Working Class"
• Monday, February 23 - Summary & discussion questions for "Uses of Global Poverty" due on Moodle by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, February 24 - Article discussion for 'The Uses of Global Poverty"

CPWC Day 12 - Unit 1 Test

Would you like to use your smartphone or tablet to help you study the maps?  Check out my "Apps for Maps" post for a list of FREE map review apps.

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the foundations of geography and culture.

Task:   Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please pick up the Africa map packet and the large Africa map from the side table.  Take a piece of tracing paper and tape one side to the large map.  Then, get out a pencil and clear your desk in preparation for the unit 1 test.

As you take the test, please read each question carefully and select the best possible answer.  If you are unsure of the answer, try to eliminate one or two choices.  Don't spend too much time on any single question - its likely that you may find clues to help you figure out the answer later in the test.  For the short answer questions, make sure that you fully answer the question with relevant details to show your understanding.  Finally, before handing in your test, be sure to double check your work.

When you finish with the test, please turn it in to Mrs. Friday in the back of the room.  Use the remainder of class to work on the homework for unit 2.

Homework:  

• Tuesday, February 17 - Africa map outline on tracing paper
• Tuesday, February 17 - Labeled West Africa map (from packet)
• Wednesday, February 18 - Chapter 18, section 1 reading notes
• Wednesday, February 18 - Labeled Central Africa map (from packet)
• Thursday, February 19 - Chapter 18, section 2 reading notes
• Thursday, February 19 - Labeled South and East Africa map (from packet)
• Friday, February 20 - Chapter 18, section 3 reading notes 
• Monday, February 23 - Geography chapter 18 reading notes (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, February 25 - Africa Map Quiz
• Friday, February 27 - Unit 2 Test

HWC Day 11 - Unit 1 Wrap-Up

Objectives:  Trace the development of humanity from the origins of man to the 21st century.  Discuss the implications and controversy of globalization.

Task:   When you arrive to class, pick up the unit 2 homework from the side table.  To begin, we'll continue our discussion on the justifications and results of imperialism.  Then, we'll finish our notes on periodization.  Finally, we'll use a popular song and art to evaluate the impact of globalization.

Globalization & Development Video Assignments (links on Moodle):

• Pogge - Nick, Cole, Jake, Aaron, Jillian
• Khana - Noah, Katia, Jonah, Ash, Camryn
• Ashdown - Zach, Laura, Kate, Calista, Dino
• Bales - Ashley, Khoa, Allan, Sarah, Daniela, Allyson 

Homework:

• TODAY - Globalization & Development video summary on Moodle forum due
• Thursday, February 12 - Unit 1 Test (study guide posted on Moodle Friday, 2/6)
• Thursday, February 12 - Globalization & Development comments on Moodle forum due
• Tuesday, February 17 - Africa map due
• Tuesday, February 17 - Discussion "Five Myths About Africa" (come prepared with notes & points/questions for discussion)
• Wednesday, February 18 - DBQ - "Africa Before European Arrival"
• Thursday, February 19 - Part A of Africa Regional Study (Moodle forum post due BEFORE class)
• Friday, February 20 - Part B of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, February 23 - Africa map quiz
• Tuesday, February 24 - African nationalists readings & notes due in class
• Wednesday, February 25 - Part C of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Thursday, February 26 - Reading quiz on G&D pp. 163-183 (reading notes may be used)
• Friday, February 27 - Parts D-F of Africa Regional Study due IN CLASS
• Monday, March 2 - Unit 2 Test
• Monday, March 2 - Africa current events due in NoodleTools "HWC Africa Current Events" dropbox

Extending class discussion:

What is the message of this political cartoon?  How does this relate to our studies?

"Invading New Markets" by Andy Singer

Soc Day 11 - Unit 1 Wrap-Up

Objective:  Examine the ways in which society impacts everyday behaviors.  Consider the differences between the different theoretical perspectives.

Task:  First,  we'll consider the Trayvon Martin case and the Thomas Theorem.  Then, we'll spend the next portion of class finishing our notes on theoretical perspectives.  Finally, we'll play a game to review conflict theory.

Homework:

• Thursday, February 12 - Unit 1 Test

Resources for class activities:
"Trayvon Martin & The Thomas Theorem," (Nathan Palmer, Sociology in Focus, 4/2/2012)

"Prank Call Leads to Property Damage" (Good Morning America)

"In Depth: George Zimmerman Trial & Trayvon Martin Case" (CBS News)

CPWC Day 11 - Unit 1 Wrap-Up

Objective:  Explore the perpetuation and spread of culture.  Define the select eras in world history.   Define development and evaluate the impacts of globalization.

Task:   When you arrive to class, please sit at the station you worked on yesterday.  We'll spend the first portion of class finishing the stations.  Then, after a debriefing session, I'll answer any questions you have about tomorrow's test.

Online textbook (see directions below):  http://my.hrw.com/

Homework:  

• Thursday, February 12 - Unit 1 Test (study guides distributed 2/6)