HWC Day 38 - Contemporary Issues in Europe

Objectives:  Define the European Union.  Examine discrimination against the Roma and the conflict in Ukraine.

Task:  Kalispera!  As you arrive to class, please get out your notes on the Declaration on the Rights of Man and Citizen, the Congress of Vienna, and the Industrial Revolution.  We'll spend the first portion of class reviewing this information from yesterday.  Then, we'll get out the computers to complete a brief directed research activity on the European Union and the Roma people.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, we'll explore the conflict in Ukraine.

Homework:

• TODAY - HWC Quarter 1 Essay thesis statement posted as comment on class blog by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 7 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion...

The Roma

• Discrimination Against Roma (Amnesty International)
• "For Europe's Roma, Racism Gets Worse in Tough Economic Times" (Time, 8/21/13)
• "The Roma: A Thousand Years of Discrimination Continues in Europe, Advocates Say" (CNN, 10/25/13)

Crisis in Ukraine

• "Ukraine Crisis" (BBC)
• "Ukraine Crisis in Maps" (NYT)
• "Why the Ukraine Crisis is the West's Fault" (Foreign Affairs, September/October 2014)

Soc Day 39 - Social Issues Presentations

Objective:  Analyze social issues using a sociological perspective.

Task:  Our time together is rapidly coming to an end.  Today, we'll focus on presenting your social issues projects.  Please get out your rubric and get ready to share and observe.  After each presentation, we'll have a brief discussion. Finally, if there is any time remaining, we'll take notes on the conflict that can emerge as a result of racial and ethnic differences.

Homework:

• TODAY - Social Issues I-Movie presentations

CPWC Day 39 - Industrial Revolution & Contemporary Europe

Objective:   Investigate the impact of the French Revolution.  Consider the social implications of the Industrial Revolution.  Define the goals and impact of the European Union.

Task:  Dobroho ranku!  When you arrive to class, please get out your reading notes and a pencil in preparation for the reading quiz.  After the reading quiz, you'll complete a worksheet on the European Union.  When everyone has completed the reading quiz, we'll wrap-up our studies on Europe with a review of the French Revolution, a brief consideration of the Industrial Revolution, and a review of the European Union worksheet.

Homework:

• TODAY- Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Wednesday, April 8 - Current Events Extra Credit due in NoodleTools by 3:00 pm (see below)
• Friday, April 24 - Field Trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

CPWC Current Events - Extra Credit Opportunity (due by 3:00 pm on Wednesday, April 8)
Use one or more of the news sources below to find recent news articles relating to topics we've studied in quarter 1.  Create citations and annotations in NoodleTools.  The annotation MUST include a summary AND an explanation of how the article relates to our studies.  Share your work with the "CPWC Quarter 1 Extra Credit" dropbox.

• Al-Jazeera America
• BBC World Service
• Christian Science Monitor
• The Economist
• Euronews
• The Guardian
• National Geographic News
• New York Times
• Newseum
• NPR
• Reuters
• The Washington Post
• The Week
• The World

Each citation/annotation is worth up to 5 points and you may complete up to 3 per unit (Foundations, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East, Europe).

HWC Day 37 - Revolution in Government & Society

Objectives:  Evaluate the impact of the French Revolution.  Analyze the social, political, and economic results of the Industrial Revolution.

Task:  When you arrive to class, please get out your French Revolution notes from Friday.  We'll finish up our examination of the French Revolution.  Then, you'll read a translation of the "Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen."  As you read, record responses to the following in your notes:

1. What is the significance of the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen?
2. How does this document represent Enlightenment ideals?  Identify and explain at least 5 specific quotes from the document.

Now consider the Congress of Vienna.  Go to "The Congress of Vienna: A Peace for the Strong" (History Today, September 2014) and "The Congress of Vienna" (The Map as History).  In your notes, identify the significance and primary provisions of the Congress of Vienna.

Finally, spend the last portion of class considering the Industrial Revolution.  Copy the "Industrial Revolution" notes from the Moodle.  Then, use these notes and your "Workshop of a New Society" notes to complete a forum post on the Industrial Revolution.

If there is any time remaining in class, please study for your mid-term exam or work on your hwc essay.

Homework:

• TODAY - "Workshop of a New Society" pkt. discussion
• Tuesday, March 31 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay thesis statement posted as comment on class blog by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 7 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

• "60 Minutes Blasted for "Anachronistic Style" of Africa Coverage," (Yahoo! News, 3/26/15)
• Test your knowledge of Europe trivia - Exploring Europe: Fact or Fiction

Soc Day 38 - What We Think...

Objective:  Examine ethnicity and race as social constructs.

Task: Good morning!  As you arrive to class, please get out a piece of paper and a pen or pencil to take notes.  While you watch a 20/20 episode on race and gender, take notes on points are important and/or surprising.  After the show, you'll post a reflection on the Moodle.  Be sure to include evidence from your notes to support your assertion.  Finally, use the remainder of the period to complete your social issues presentation for tomorrow.

Homework:

• Tuesday, March 31 - Social Issues I-Movie presentations

CPWC Day 38 - Absolutism & French Revolution

Objective:  Define absolutism and identify the manner in which it was applied in Europe during the Age of Absolutism.  Investigate the course and impact of the French Revolution.

Task:  Buongiorno!  When you arrive to class, please get out your "Age of Absolutism" worksheet from Friday.  For the first part of class, we'll review absolutism.  Then, you'll work in groups of three to complete a video guide on the French Revolution.  Finally, after sharing with your group, you'll spend the last portion of class working on the mid-term exam study guide or playing map games on the computer.

Homework:

• Tuesday, March 31 - Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam

Extending Class Discussion:

HWC Day 36 - Exploration & Revolution

What was the historic and cultural significance of the Columbian Exchange?

Objectives:  Assess knowledge of the geography of Europe.  Investigate and report on the accomplishments of select individuals from the Age of Absolutism and the Enlightenment.

Task:  As you come into class, pick a card from the deck in preparation for our review game.  After you find your partners, please pick up the review sheet and use your notes to complete the review sheet.  After we've finished the absolutism review, we'll spend a few minutes considering the Columbian Exchange.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class looking at French Revolution.

Homework:

• TODAY - HWC Quarter 1 Annotated Sources due in NoodleTools by 3:00
• Monday, March 30 - "Workshop of a New Society" pkt. discussion
• Tuesday, March 31 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay thesis statement posted as comment on class blog by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 7 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

• "60 Minutes Blasted for "Anachronistic Style" of Africa Coverage," (Yahoo! News, 3/26/15)

Soc Day 37 - Race & Ethnicity in America

Objective:  Examine ethnicity and race as social constructs.

Task: To begin, you'll work with a partner to identify people by their biography.  Then, we'll finish the ethnicity presentations from Wednesday and continue our notes on conflict.  We'll also use analyze an image to evaluate race in America.  Finally, if there is time remaining, you'l have time to work on your social issues project.

Homework:

• TODAY - Social Issues Annotated Works Cited in NoodleTools or GoogleDocs
• Tuesday, March 31 - Social Issues I-Movie presentations

Extending class discussions:

• "Study: Stereotypes Drive Perceptions of Race" (Morning Edition, NPR, 2/11/14)

Social Issues Topics:

• Abuse - Janie
• Censorship - Keenen
• Crime - Rowan
• Depression - Hope
• Discrimination - Brian
• Education - Bridget
• Human Trafficking - Brendan
• Media - Sean
• Poverty - Jimmy
• Racism - Mark
• Sexism - Liz

CPWC Day 37 - Map Quiz & Absolutism

Objective:  Demonstrate knowledge of the geography of Europe.  Identify the significance of the Machiavelli, Columbian Exchange, and the Scientific Revolution.

Task:  Bom dia!  Please clear your desk and get out a pen or pencil in preparation for the map quiz.  After the map quiz, pick up the worksheet on absolutism to work while your waiting for the rest of your classmates to finish.  When everyone has finished the quiz, we'll review the stations packet from Wednesday and the Absolutism worksheet.  Finally, we'll finish class with a review of our learning about Europe.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 14, Section 3 (Case Study - European Union) reading notes due 
• TODAY - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Tuesday, March 31 - Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam

Extending Class Discussion:

• Louis XIV  (Biography)
• Peter the Great (Biography)

HWC Day 35 - Map Quiz, Absolutism, & Enlightenment

Objectives:  Assess knowledge of the geography of Europe.  Investigate and report on the accomplishments of select individuals from the Age of Absolutism and the Enlightenment.

Task:  When you arrive to class, please clear your desk of everything except for a pen or pencil.  You'll spend the first portion of class completing the Europe map quiz.  After you've finished, please get out a computer and work on our Absolutism & Enlightenment project:

1. Find your assigned topic on the VoiceThread to identify important accomplishments.
2. Use ABC-Clio World History: Modern and/or Gale Biography in Context ONLY to research your topic.
• Expand on/explain the information on the slide
• Describe how this individual/event shaped AND reflects the era
3. Post your information in a concise comment (audio or text) to the appropriate page of the VoiceThread (you must be logged into VoiceThread to post).
4. Navigate through the VoiceThread to read and take notes on the information. 
5. Make sure to bring a physical copy of your notes to class tomorrow.

If you finish early, please work on your essay or the study guide for your mid-term exam.

Homework:

• TODAY - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, March 27 - HWC Quarter 1 Annotated Sources due in NoodleTools by 3:00
• Monday, March 30 - "Workshop of a New Society" pkt. discussion
• Tuesday, March 31 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay thesis statement posted as comment on class blog by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 7 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

CPWC Day 36 - Protestant Reformation

Objective:  Examine the cultural, social, and political changes brought about by the Protestant Reformation.

Task:  Dzien dobry!  As you arrive to class, please pick up the Protestant Reformation handout.  We'll spend the first few minutes taking notes on the origins of the Northern Renaissance.  Then, we'll watch a video and take notes on the Protestant Reformation.  If there is any time remaining in class, you'll study for the midterm exam or tomorrow's map quiz.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 14, Section 1 reading notes due
• TODAY - Chapter 14, Section 2 reading notes due
• Friday, March 27 - Chapter 14, Section 3 (Case Study - European Union) reading notes due 
• Friday, March 27 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Tuesday, March 31 - Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 34 - Protestant Reformation

Objectives:  Investigate the social, political, and economic characteristics of early modern Europe.

Task:  Guten tag!  Please find a partner - each pair needs a whiteboard, marker, & eraser.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class analyzing "The Moneylender & His Wife" for the new ideas of the Renaissance.  Then, we'll quickly review the significance of the Italian Renaissance as we transition to the Northern Renaissance.  We'll identify essential characteristics of the Protestant Reformation before we review the Age of Exploration (from GGS) and the Columbian Exchange.  Finally, you'll select individuals from the Age of Absolutism, the Scientific Revolution, and the Age of Reason to research tomorrow.

Homework:

• TODAY - Protestant Reformation document analysis (page 1 of notes on Moodle)
• Thursday, March 26 - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, March 27 - HWC Quarter 1 Annotated Sources due in NoodleTools by 3:00
• Monday, March 30 - "Workshop of a New Society" pkt. discussion
• Tuesday, March 31 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay thesis statement posted as comment on class blog by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 7 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

"The Moneylender & His Wife," Quentin Matsys, 1514

Soc Day 35 - Considering Ethnicity in America

Objective:  Examine ethnicity and race as social constructs.

Task:  Good morning!  Please pick up the article as you arrive to class.  Spend the first few minutes of class reading the article and write a reflection at the bottom of the page.  After everyone turns in their work, we'll continue our notes with an examination of patterns of interaction.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class on the "Ethnicity in America" presentations.

Homework:

• TODAY - Ethnicity in America presentation in class
• Friday, March 27 - Social Issues Annotated Works Cited in NoodleTools or GoogleDocs
• Monday, March 30 - Social Issues I-Movie presentations

Extending class discussions:

• "Study: Stereotypes Drive Perceptions of Race" (Morning Edition, NPR, 2/11/14)

CPWC Day 35 - Exploration & the Scientific Revolution

Objective:  Examine the cultural, social, and political changes brought about by the Italian Renaissance and the Scientific Revolution.

Task:  Gutten morgen!  When you arrive to class pick up the Italian city-states map from the podium and 5 colored pencils.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class coloring Naples, Venice, Florence, Milan, and the Papal States.  Then, we'll split into groups to work through stations on Machiavelli, the Columbian Exchange, the Scientific Revolution, and personalities of the Scientific Revolution.   Finally, we'll finish class with a review of the early modern period in European history.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 14, Section 1 reading notes due
• Thursday, March 26 - Chapter 14, Section 2 reading notes due
• Friday, March 27 - Chapter 14, Section 3 (Case Study - European Union) reading notes due 
• Friday, March 27 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Tuesday, March 31 - Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam

HWC Day 33 - Renaissance & Reformation

Objectives:  Investigate the social, political, and economic characteristics of early modern Europe.

Task: When you arrive to class, please get a whiteboard, a marker, and an eraser and move the desks into a circle.  Write ONE discussion question on your white board - this can be one of the questions from "Meanwhile in Europe" or from the Italian Renaissance.  We'll spend the first portion of class discussing the characteristics of the Renaissance.  Then, we'll watch a short segment approaching European history from an economic perspective.  Finally, we'll begin our examination of the Northern Renaissance.

Homework:

• TODAY - "Meanwhile in Europe" discussion
• TODAY - "Italian Renaissance" pkt.  (readings shared via GoogleDrive)
• Wednesday, March 25 - Protestant Reformation document analysis (page 1 of notes on Moodle)
• Thursday, March 26 - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, March 27 - HWC Quarter 1 Annotated Sources due in NoodleTools by 3:00
• Monday, March 30 - "Workshop of a New Society" pkt. discussion
• Tuesday, March 31 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay thesis statement posted as comment on class blog by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 7 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Learn more...

• About the instability in Yemen - "Yemen Crisis: Who is Fighting Whom?" (BBC, 3/24/15)
• Analysis of Iran nuclear talks - "March Deadline Approaches For Iran Nuclear Talks Deal" (Morning Edition, NPR, 3/24/15)

Soc Day 34 - Considering Race & Ethnicity

Objective:  Examine ethnicity and race as social constructs.

Task:  As you arrive to class, please get out "When Did Jews Become White Folks?" and any reading notes from the article.  I'll answer your questions before you take the reading quiz.  After you've finished the reading quiz, please get out a computer and complete the Implicit Bias Test on race.  Although we'll discuss this experience, you will not be required to share your results with anyone in this class.  After debriefing, we'll continue our notes on race before ending class with group time for your ethnicity presentations.

Homework:

• TODAY - "When Did Jews Become White Folks?" reading quiz
• Wednesday, March 25 - Ethnicity in America presentation in class
• Friday, March 27 - Social Issues Annotated Works Cited
• Monday, March 30 - Social Issues I-Movie presentations

CPWC Day 34 - Renaissance & Reformation

Objective:  Define and label the countries of Eastern Europe & the former Soviet Republics.  Examine the cultural, social, and political changes brought about by the Italian Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation.

Task:  Bonjour!  When you arrive to class pick up the worksheet on the podium.  Get out your 12.3 reading notes and maps for homework checks while you're competing the worksheet about movable type.  Then, we'll finish labeling your large Europe map and play a game to review the Europe capitals.  Next, you'll finish the "Why Renaissance? Why Florence?" reading activity before we move on to the Protestant Reformation.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 12, Section 3 reading notes due 
• TODAY - Former Soviet Republics map (in pkt.) due in class
• Wednesday, March 25 -Chapter 14, Section 1 reading notes due
• Thursday, March 26 - Chapter 14, Section 2 reading notes due
• Friday, March 27 - Chapter 14, Section 3 (Case Study - European Union) reading notes due 
• Friday, March 27 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Tuesday, March 31 - Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam

Soc Day 33 - Race as a Social Construct

Objective:  Examine ethnicity and race as social constructs.

Task:  To begin, we'll listen to an interview with the CEO of Xerox, a fortune 500 company.  Then, we'll begin our notes on race with notes on minorities and race.  Next, we'll get out the computers and complete an activity that illustrates the complexity of race.  Finally, I'll introduce a group project on minority groups in the United States.  You'll spend the remainder of class reading and taking notes on your assigned topic.

Homework:

• Tuesday, March 24 - "When Did Jews Become White Folks?" reading quiz
• Wednesday, March 25 - Ethnicity in America presentation in class
• Friday, March 27 - Social Issues Annotated Works Cited
• Monday, March 30 - Social Issues I-Movie presentations

Extending Class Discussion:

• "Ten Things Everyone Should Know About Race" (California Newsreel)

Social Issues Topics:

• Abuse - Janie
• Censorship - Keenen
• Crime - Rowan
• Depression - Hope
• Discrimination - Brian
• Education - Bridget
• Human Trafficking - Brendan
• Media - Sean
• Poverty - Jimmy
• Racism - Mark
• Sexism - Liz

CPWC Day 33 - Origins of Modern Europe

Objective:  Define and label the countries of Western Europe.  Investigate the cultural heritage of pre-modern Europe.

Task:  Buenos dias! As you arrive to class please pick up the worksheets from the podium.  When you get to seat, please get out your chapter 12, section 1 reading notes and your Eastern Europe map.  Complete the Chunnel worksheet first and then the Rhine River worksheet.  After we review the worksheets, we'll label and color the countries of Eastern Europe on your large map.   Then, we'll review the "Heritage of Europe" research activity from Friday.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, we'll take notes on the Renaissance.

Homework:

• TODAY - Contemporary Issues due
• TODAY - Ottoman Empire & Armenian Genocide due
• TODAY - Western Europe map (in pkt.) due in class
• Monday, March 23 - Chapter 12, Section 1 reading notes due
• Monday, March 23 - Eastern Europe map (in pkt.) due in class
• Tuesday, March 24 - Chapter 12, Section 3 reading notes due 
• Tuesday, March 24 - Former Soviet Republics map (in pkt.) due in class
• Wednesday, March 25 -Chapter 14, Section 1 reading notes due
• Thursday, March 26 - Chapter 14, Section 2 reading notes due
• Friday, March 27 - Chapter 14, Section 3 reading notes due 
• Friday, March 27 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Tuesday, March 31 - Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam

"European History Interactive Map"

HWC Day 32 - Introduction to Europe

Objectives:  Review the capitals of Europe.  Investigate the social, political, and economic status of Europe prior to the Modern period. 

Task: When you arrive to class, please pick up the capitals review sheet.  After reviewing the sheet, you'll get out a computer and use the "European History Interactive Map" to investigate pre-modern Europe.  After you've finished part I, read "Prelude to Modern Europe."  If you finish early, please work on your unit 4 homework and/or your essay.

Homework:

• TODAY - Europe Map Due
• TODAY- HWC Quarter 1 Essay (description on Moodle) due by 3:00 
• Monday, March 23 - "Meanwhile in Europe" discussion
• Monday, March 23 - "Italian Renaissance" pkt.  (readings shared via GoogleDrive)
• Tuesday, March 24 - Protestant Reformation document analysis (page 1 of notes on Moodle)
• Thursday, March 26 - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, March 27 - HWC Quarter 1 Annotated Sources due in NoodleTools by 3:00
• Monday, March 30 - "Workshop of a New Society" pkt. discussion
• Tuesday, March 31 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay thesis statement posted as comment on class blog by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 8 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Soc Day 32 - Gender & Ageism Quiz

Objective:  Consider age as a social construct and examine age-based discrimination.

Task:  Please get a computer as you arrive to class.  Log onto the Moodle and get your notebook out in preparation for the quiz.  After you finish the quiz, pick up "When Did Jews Become White Folks?" Use the remainder of class to read the article, to work on your social issues project, and/or "Exploring Gender in America."

Homework:

• TODAY - "Exploring Gender in America" due
• TODAY - Gender and Ageism Quiz
• TODAY - "Miss Representation" video guide due
• Tuesday, March 24 - "When Did Jews Become White Folks?" reading quiz
• Friday, March 27 - Social Issues Annotated Works Cited
• Monday, March 30 - Social Issues I-Movie presentations

Social Issues Topics:

• Abuse - Janie
• Censorship - Keenen
• Crime - Rowan
• Depression - Hope
• Discrimination - Brian
• Education - Bridget
• Human Trafficking - Brendan
• Media - Sean
• Poverty - Jimmy
• Racism - Mark
• Sexism - Liz

CPWC Day 32 - Introduction to Europe

Objective:  Define and label the countries of Western Europe.  Investigate the cultural heritage of pre-modern Europe.

Task:  Happy Friday!  When you arrive to class, please pick up "Ancient Times" and get ready to hand in "Contemporary Issues" and "Ottoman Empire & Armenian Genocide."  Please complete the worksheet while we collect your assignments.  After we review the worksheet, you'll pick up the large map of Europe and label and color the countries of Western Europe.  Finally, you'll spend the last portion of class using a map to learn about the history and culture of pre-modern Europe.

Homework:

• TODAY - Contemporary Issues due
• TODAY - Ottoman Empire & Armenian Genocide due
• TODAY - Western Europe map (in pkt.) due in class
• Monday, March 23 - Chapter 12, Section 1 reading notes due
• Monday, March 23 - Eastern Europe map (in pkt.) due in class
• Tuesday, March 24 - Chapter 12, Section 3 reading notes due 
• Tuesday, March 24 - Former Soviet Republics map (in pkt.) due in class
• Wednesday, March 25 -Chapter 14, Section 1 reading notes due
• Thursday, March 26 - Chapter 14, Section 2 reading notes due
• Friday, March 27 - Chapter 14, Section 3 reading notes due 
• Friday, March 27 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Tuesday, March 31 - Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam

"European History Interactive Map"

HWC Day 31 - Unit 3 Test

Objectives:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the geography, history, and culture of North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia.  

Task: When you arrive to class, please prepare for the test by getting out your notebook and a pencil.  Store everything else under your desk.  As you work through the test, read through each question carefully and to choose the BEST answer.  As you construct your short answer response be sure that your thesis statement answers the question and that you choose appropriate details to support your argument.

After you finish and hand in your test, use the remaining class-time to begin working through the unit 4 homework.

Homework:

• TODAY -  Unit 3 Test (open notebook)
• TODAY- Unit 3 current events (Regional Study Follow-ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Middle East & Central Asia Current Events" dropbox
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission Slip due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Friday, March 20 - Europe Map Due
• Friday, March 20 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay (description on Moodle) due by 3:00 
• Monday, March 23 - "Meanwhile in Europe" discussion
• Monday, March 23 - "Italian Renaissance" pkt.  (readings shared via GoogleDrive)
• Tuesday, March 24 - Protestant Reformation document analysis (page 1 of notes on Moodle)
• Thursday, March 26 - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, March 27 - HWC Quarter 1 Annotated Sources due in NoodleTools by 3:00
• Monday, March 30 - "Workshop of a New Society" pkt. discussion
• Tuesday, March 31 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay thesis statement posted as comment on class blog by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 8 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Soc Day 31 - Ageism

Objective:  Consider age as a social construct and examine age-based discrimination.

Task:  Please get a computer as you arrive to class.  Log onto the Moodle and complete "Facts on Aging."  After a brief discussion, we'll finish our unit 2 notes with a lecture on ageism.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class investigating and comparing media portrayals of the elderly and adolescents.

Homework:

• Friday, March 20 - "Exploring Gender in America" due
• Friday, March 20 - Gender and Ageism Quiz
• Friday, March 27 - Social Issues Annotated Works Cited
• Monday, March 30 - Social Issues I-Movie presentations

Extending class discussion:

• "Millennials to Bear the Burden of Boomer's Social Safety Net" (Morning Edition, NPR, 3/4/14)

Social Issues Topics:

• Abuse - Janie
• Censorship - Keenen
• Crime - Rowan
• Depression - Hope
• Discrimination - Brian
• Education - Bridget
• Human Trafficking - Brendan
• Media - Sean
• Poverty - Jimmy
• Racism - Mark
• Sexism - Liz

CPWC Day 31 - Unit 3 Test

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the geography, history, and culture of North Africa, Southwest Asia, Transcaucasia, and Central Asia.

Task:  When you arrive to class, please prepare for the test by getting out your notebook and a pencil.  Store everything else under your desk.  As you work through the test, read through each question carefully and to choose the BEST answer.  As you construct your short answer response be sure that your thesis statement answers the question and that you choose appropriate details to support your argument.

After you've finished and handed in your test, please continue work on either the Contemporary Issues or Ottoman Empire & Armenian Genocide directed research activities.  If these are both finished, begin the homework for unit 4.

Homework:

• TODAY - Unit 3 Test (open notebook) 
• TODAY - Field Trip Permission slips due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Friday, March 20 - Contemporary Issues due
• Friday, March 20 - Ottoman Empire & Armenian Genocide due
• Friday, March 20 - Western Europe map (in pkt.) due in class
• Monday, March 23 - Chapter 12, Section 1 reading notes due
• Monday, March 23 - Eastern Europe map (in pkt.) due in class
• Tuesday, March 24 - Chapter 12, Section 3 reading notes due 
• Tuesday, March 24 - Former Soviet Republics map (in pkt.) due in class
• Wednesday, March 25 -Chapter 14, Section 1 reading notes due
• Thursday, March 26 - Chapter 14, Section 2 reading notes due
• Friday, March 27 - Chapter 14, Section 3 reading notes due 
• Friday, March 27 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Tuesday, March 31 - Chapters 12 & 14 reading quiz (notes may be used)
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam

Resources for "Contemporary Issues" directed research:

• "Water, Water But Not Everywhere"
• "Economics: Its More Than Oil"
• OPEC

Resources for "Ottoman Empire & Armenian Genocide"

• Ottoman Empire (1301-1922)
• Use ABC-Clio World History: Modern Database for the Armenian Genocide section

HWC Day 30 - Unit 3 Wrap-Up

Objectives:  Describe the significance of select historical developments in North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia.  

Task:  As-salam 'alaykum!   Please pick up the unit 4 homework from the side table and the worksheet from the podium.  Work on this sheet until we begin class.  After a brief discussion, we'll finish our notes on historical developments in Southwest Asia, Central Asia, & North Africa.

Homework:

• Thursday, March 19 -  Unit 3 Test (open notebook)
• Thursday, March 19 - Unit 3 current events (Regional Study Follow-ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Middle East & Central Asia Current Events" dropbox
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission Slip due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Friday, March 20 - Europe Map Due
• Friday, March 20 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay (description on Moodle) due by 3:00 
• Monday, March 23 - "Meanwhile in Europe" discussion
• Monday, March 23 - "Italian Renaissance" pkt.  (readings shared via GoogleDrive)
• Tuesday, March 24 - Protestant Reformation document analysis (page 1 of notes on Moodle)
• Thursday, March 26 - Europe Map Quiz
• Friday, March 27 - HWC Quarter 1 Annotated Sources due in NoodleTools by 3:00
• Friday, March 27 - "Workshop of a New Society" pkt. discussion
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Tuesday, April 8 - HWC Quarter 1 Essay submitted as PDF by 3:00
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending Class Discussions:

• "Iranian Sewage Adds to Caspian Sea Pollution" (BBC, 11/21/11)

Soc Day 30 - Manifestations of Gender Inequality

Objective:  Consider gender as a social construct and examine gender in the US.

Task:  When you come into class, please get out a computer and take the gender quiz.  After we discuss the quiz, we'll finish our notes on gender.  Finally, I'll introduce and you'll select topics for your final project.  If there is time remaining, you'll begin researching your topic.

Homework:

• Friday, March 20 - "Exploring Gender in America" due
• Friday, March 20 - Gender and Ageism Quiz

Extending Class Discussion:

• Gender Equality Data
• Women in Politics: 2014
• Genderization of Toys

CPWC Day 30 - Unit 3 Wrap-Up

Objective:  Describe the significance of select historical developments in Southwest Asia and North Africa.  Investigate the Ottoman Empire and the Armenian Genocide.

Task:  As-salam 'alaykum!  When you arrive to class, please get out your history notes.  To begin class, we'll finish our notes on select historical developments in the region.  Then, you'll get out a computer to investigate the Ottoman Empire and the Armenian genocide in greater detail.  If you finish early, please work on your study guide for tomorrow's test.  Finally, if time allows, we'll play a review game.

Resources for "Contemporary Issues" directed research:

• "Water, Water But Not Everywhere"
• "Economics: Its More Than Oil"
• OPEC

Resources for "Ottoman Empire & Armenian Genocide"

• Ottoman Empire (1301-1922)
• Use ABC-Clio World History: Modern Database for the Armenian Genocide section

Homework:

• Thursday, March 19 - Unit 3 Test (open notebook) 
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission slips due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Friday, March 20 - Contemporary Issues due
• Friday, March 20 - Ottoman Empire & Armenian Genocide due
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

HWC Day 29 - Independence & Nationalism in Southwest Asia

Objectives:  Describe the significance of select historical developments in North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia.  

Task:  Happy St. Patrick's Day!  When you arrive to class, please pick up a white board, a marker, and an eraser.  On the white board, respond to the following questions:

• What purpose does history serve?  Why is history taught in schools?

After a brief discussion, you'll get out your perspectives packet and some blank paper for taking notes.

Homework:

• Thursday, March 19 -  Unit 3 Test (open notebook)
• Thursday, March 19 - Unit 3 current events (Regional Study Follow-ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Middle East & Central Asia Current Events" dropbox
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission Slip due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

• In light of the upcoming Israeli election, NPR is currently running a series on the complicated nature of Israeli politics and the status of the West Bank
• "The West Bank Battle for Land...And Water" (Morning Edition, 3/12/15)
• "2 Israeli Candidates Struggle With Nation's Uncertain Future" (Morning Edition, 3/13/15)
• "A Rail Line That Crosses Jerusalem's Divide, But Can't Unite" (Morning Edition, 3/16/15)
• "A New Community Rises in the West Bank - and Its Not Israeli" (Morning Edition, 3/17/15)
• "A History of West Bank Settlements" (Morning Edition, 3/17/15)

Soc Day 29 - Gender in the Media

Objective:  Consider gender as a social construct and examine gender in the US.

Task: Happy St. Patrick's Day!  We're going to focus on the portrayal of gender in the media.  Specifically, we'll consider the impact of these images on the socialization process.

Homework:

• Friday, March 20 - "Exploring Gender in America" due

CPWC Day 29 - History & Contemporary Issues

Objective:  Describe the significance of select historical developments in Southwest Asia and North Africa.  Investigate the importance of natural resources in Southwest Asia and Central Asia.

Task:  Happy St. Patrick's Day!  When you arrive to class, please pick up the hand-out on the podium.  We'll begin class with a brief audio clip on the Sunni-Shia divide.  Then, you'll get out your notes and we'll continue our notes on select historical developments in the region.  Finally, after we finish notes, you'll get out a computer to work on the contemporary issues investigation.  Use the links below to complete the directed research activity.  If you finish early, please work on your study guide.

Resources for "Contemporary Issues" directed research:

• "Water, Water But Not Everywhere"
• "Economics: Its More Than Oil"
• OPEC

Homework:

• TODAY - Last day to turn in unit 3 homework (see CPWC Day 28 for list of assignments)
• Thursday, March 19 - Unit 3 Test (open notebook) 
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission slips due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending Class Discussion:

• In light of the upcoming Israeli election, NPR is currently running a series on the complicated nature of Israeli politics and the status of the West Bank
• "The West Bank Battle for Land...And Water" (Morning Edition, 3/12/15)
• "2 Israeli Candidates Struggle With Nation's Uncertain Future" (Morning Edition, 3/13/15)
• "A Rail Line That Crosses Jerusalem's Divide, But Can't Unite" (Morning Edition, 3/16/15)
• "A New Community Rises in the West Bank - and Its Not Israeli" (Morning Edition, 3/17/15)
• "A History of West Bank Settlements" (Morning Edition, 3/17/15)

HWC Day 28 - Nationalism, Independence, & Conflict

Objectives:  Describe the significance of select historical developments in North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia.  Investigate select contemporary issues in North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia.

Task:  Good afternoon!  When you arrive to class, please get out a blank piece of paper and clear your desk.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class reviewing and discussing your unit 2 test and the "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz.  Then, we'll finish our examination of the Ottoman Empire and take notes on select developments in the region.  Finally, you'll work in groups to create posters about the contemporary issues topics from Friday.

Homework:

• TODAY - Contemporary Issues comments to class blog
• Thursday, March 19 -  Unit 3 Test (open notebook)
• Thursday, March 19 - Unit 3 current events (Regional Study Follow-ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Middle East & Central Asia Current Events" dropbox
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission Slip due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Soc Day 28 - Changing Gender Expectations

Objective:  Consider gender as a social construct and examine gender in the US.

Task: Good morning! Today, we're going to focus on changing gender expectations.  To start, we'll watch an educational video from the 1950s.  After a brief discussion, we'll finish our notes on gender.  Finally, we'll conclude class with a critical analysis of gender expectations in 21st century America.

 

CPWC Day 28 - Map Quiz & Historical Developments

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the geography of North Africa, Southwest Asia, Transcaucasia, & Central Asia.  Describe the religious, political, and economic significance of the Hajj.  Describe the significance of select historic events in Southwest Asia and North Africa.

Task:   Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please get out your map and study for the first few minutes of class.  After everyone has cleared their desks, you'll get your map quiz.  Take your time and do your best!  When you finish the quiz, please turn it in at the back of the room.  Work on your study guide while your classmates finish the quiz.

Next, we'll watch the last few minutes of "Inside Mecca" and finish the study guide.  Finally, we'll devote the last portion of class to notes on the history of the region.

*NOTE - All unit 3 homework (listed below) MUST be completed by TOMORROW for credit!

Homework:  

• Past Due- Chapter 19, section 2 reading notes due
• Past Due - Unit 2 map outline on tracing paper
• Past Due- Labeled North Africa map (from packet)
• Past Due- Labeled Southwest Asia map (from packet)
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 1 reading notes due
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 2 reading notes due
• Past Due - Labeled Transcaucasia & Central Asia map (from packet)
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 3 reading notes due
• Past Due- Chapter 16, sections 2 & 3 reading notes due
• TODAY - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Wednesday, March 18 - Unit 3 Test (open notebook) 
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission slips due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

HWC Day 27 - Investigating Contemporary Issues

Objectives:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the geography of North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia.  Investigate select contemporary issues in North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia.

Task:  Happy Friday!  As you arrive to class, please clear your desk in preparation for the map quiz.  After you complete the map quiz, get out your computer and log onto the Moodle.  Complete ONE of the investigations and post a summary to the class blog.  Finally, you'll work with other students to create a poster highlighting the essential content from your investigation.

Homework:

• TODAY - Part III of Regional Study extra credit due
• TODAY- Unit 3 Map Quiz (see Moodle for study hints)
• Thursday, March 19 -  Unit 3 Test (open notebook)
• Thursday, March 19 - Unit 3 current events (Regional Study Follow-ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Middle East & Central Asia Current Events" dropbox
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission Slip due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

HWC Day 27 - Exploring Gender in America

Objective:  Consider gender as a social construct and examine gender in the US.

Task: Happy Friday!  When you arrive to class, please get out "Sex Stereotyping Hurts All Kids" and a computer.  You'll spend the first 15 minutes of class completing the reading quiz.  Then, you'll read and take notes on textbook excerpts on gender.  Finally, you'll spend the remainder of class completing, "Exploring Gender in America," a directed research activity on the Moodle.

Homework:

• TODAY - "Sex Stereotyping Hurts All Kids" reading quiz

CPWC Day 27 - "Inside Mecca"

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the cultures of North Africa, Southwest Asia, Transcaucasia, & Central Asia.  Describe the religious, political, and economic significance of the Hajj.

Task:   Happy Friday!  When you arrive to class, please pick up the unit 3 study guide from the podium.  We'll return the remainder of the "Heirs of Abraham."  Next, please clear your desk of everything except for a pencil in preparation for the quiz.  Before handing in the quiz, please use your notes to double-check your answer.  After you finish the quiz, work on your study guide or go to the Moodle to play map review games.

When everyone has finished the quiz, we'll watch "Inside Mecca."  During the video, you'll take notes and complete a viewing guide.

Homework:  

• Past Due- Chapter 19, section 2 reading notes due
• Past Due - Unit 2 map outline on tracing paper
• Past Due- Labeled North Africa map (from packet)
• Past Due- Labeled Southwest Asia map (from packet)
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 1 reading notes due
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 2 reading notes due
• Past Due - Labeled Transcaucasia & Central Asia map (from packet)
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 3 reading notes due
• Past Due- Chapter 16, sections 2 & 3 reading notes due
• TODAY- Unit 3 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Monday, March 16 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Wednesday, March 18 - Unit 3 Test (open notebook) 
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission slips due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

HWC Day 26 - "RoMR" Quiz & Historical Developments

Objectives:  Investigate Ottoman rule from the 13th to the 20th centuries.  Trace historical developments in Southwest Asia, North Africa, and Central Asia.  Examine the emergence and course of nationalism in the Middle East.

Task:  When you arrive to class, please take a hand-out from the podium.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class listening to an audio clip about the jihad.    Next, you'll have 30 minutes to complete the "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz.  After you finish the quiz, please turn it in at the back of the room and pick up the Ottoman review packet.

Next, we'll finish our discussion of "Istanbul (Not Constantinople)" and the Ottoman Empire.  For the last portion of class,  we'll review your perspectives charts and consider nationalism and independence in Southwest Asia.

Homework:

• TODAY - Part III of Regional Study due (this provides some insight/background into the Bernard Lewis article)
• TODAY - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Friday, March 13 - Part III of Regional Study extra credit due
• Friday, March 13 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (see Moodle for study hints)
• Wednesday, March 18 -  Unit 3 Test (open notebook)
• Wednesday, March 18 - Unit 3 current events (Regional Study Follow-ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Middle East & Central Asia Current Events" dropbox
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission Slip due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

• "The Partisans of Ali: Series Overview" (NPR, 2/2007)

Soc Day 26 - Defining Gender

Objective:  Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of social class as a form of social stratification.

Task: When you arrive to class, please get out a piece of scrap paper and draw a Venn diagram.  Work with a partner to compare "masculinity" and "femininity."  We'll discuss our gender classification from yesterday and your diagrams before beginning our notes on gender.

Homework:

• Friday, March 13 - "Sex Stereotyping Hurts All Kids" reading quiz

For further consideration:

• What do we mean by sex and gender? (World Health Organization)
• "Facebook Adds 50 New Gender Terms..." (New York Daily News, 2/13/2014)

CPWC Day 26 - Religion & History in Southwest Asia

Objective:  Describe the similarities and differences of the Abrahamic religions.  Describe the significance of select historical events in Southwest Asia and North Africa.

Task:   Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please get out your "Heirs of Abraham" Venn diagram.  After comparing the monotheistic faiths, we'll take a closer look at the differences between Sunni & Shia Islam.  Next, we'll take a few minutes to review the your map with a review game.

Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class creating a timeline of significant events in the history of Southwest Asia and North Africa.

Homework:  

• Past Due- Chapter 19, section 2 reading notes due
• Past Due - Unit 2 map outline on tracing paper
• Past Due- Labeled North Africa map (from packet)
• Past Due- Labeled Southwest Asia map (from packet)
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 1 reading notes due
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 2 reading notes due
• Past Due - Labeled Transcaucasia & Central Asia map (from packet)
• Past Due - Chapter 22, section 3 reading notes due
• TODAY - Chapter 16, sections 2 & 3 reading notes due
• Friday, March 13 - Unit 3 reading quiz (reading notes may be used)
• Monday, March 16 - Unit 3 Map Quiz
• Wednesday, March 18 - Unit 3 Test (open notebook) 
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission slips due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

• "The Partisans of Ali: Series Overview" (NPR, 2/2007)

HWC Day 25 - Imperialism, Independence, & Conflict

Objectives:  Investigate Ottoman rule from the 13th to the 20th centuries.  Trace historical developments in Southwest Asia, North Africa, and Central Asia.  Examine the emergence and course of nationalism in the Middle East.

Task:  When you arrive to class, please get out your "Perspectives" charts, part IV of the Regional Study, and a blank piece of paper. You'll have the first 15 minutes of class to answer the following question:

1. What did you learn about history and history textbooks from this activity?
2. What did you learn about the history of the Middle East?

Be sure to provide at least 3 specific examples from the charts for each question to demonstrate your understanding and completion of the assignment.

Next, we'll listen to an audio clip about the Sunni-Shia divide before playing a game of Kahoot to review monotheism.

Finally, we'll finish our examination of the Ottoman empire with a discussion of the "Istanbul (Not Constantinople)" lyrics and analysis of political cartoons.

Homework:

• TODAY - Perspectives in History charts due (extra credit due by 3:00)
• TODAY - Part IV of Regional Study due in class (complete this BEFORE the "Perspectives in History" packet)
• Thursday, March 12 - Part III of Regional Study due (this provides some insight/background into the Bernard Lewis article)
• Thursday, March 12 - "Roots of Muslim Rage" reading quiz
• Friday, March 13 - Unit 3 Map Quiz (see Moodle for study hints)
• Tuesday, March 17 -  Unit 3 Test
• Tuesday, March 17 - Unit 3 current events (Regional Study Follow-ups) due in NoodleTools "HWC Middle East & Central Asia Current Events" dropbox
• Thursday, March 19 - Field Trip Permission Slip due to Mrs. Friday by 3:00
• Wednesday, April 1 - Mid-Term Exam
• Friday, April 24 - Field trip to the Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC

Extending class discussion:

• "The Partisans of Ali: Series Overview" (NPR, 2/2007)

Soc Day 25 - Defining Gender

Objective:  Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of social class as a form of social stratification.  .

Task:  To begin, we'll finish the "Songs of Stratification" presentations.  Then, you'll complete a survey of gender characteristics.  After a brief discussion, we'll begin our notes on gender stratification.

Homework:

• TODAY - "Songs of Stratification" presentations
• Friday, March 13 - "Sex Stereotyping Hurts All Kids" reading quiz

For further consideration:

• What do we mean by sex and gender? (World Health Organization)
• "Facebook Adds 50 New Gender Terms..." (New York Daily News, 2/13/2014)