HWC Day 7 - Using The Library

"Google can bring you back 100,000 answers, librarians can bring you back the right one."  Author Neil Gaiman

Objectives:  Identify and utilize library resources necessary for HWC.

Task:  Today, we'll spend most of our class-time in the library reviewing tools and sources that will be useful in HWC.  When you arrive to class, please download "Foundations Investigation" from Schoology to Notability.

At the library Mrs. Sams will give a brief presentation and then you'll use the remainder of class to work on the "Foundations Investigation."

• The first page is just people - probably best to use Google b/c some of these people have taken office relatively recently.
• For top of page 2, use the cultural regions map in your Globalization & Diversity textbook.  Mrs. Sams will review the historical sources on the bottom of the page.
• For page 3,  you will need to use a PRINT copy of History Today (question #48) and Current History (question #49).  Responses must be posted on the class blog. 

Homework:

• TODAY  - Report to LIBRARY for class
• Wednesday, February 1 - Yalta Conference - primary document analysis practice (read before class)
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Becoming Human" discussion (watch interactive video on a computer (runs on Flash) or read the transcript)
• Thursday, February 2 - Globalization & Diversity chapter 1 reading quiz (1 side of 3x 5 index card permitted)
• Friday, February 3 - Imperialism discussion (complete Venn diagram and chart in preparation for our discussion)
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test

Soc Day 7 - Pioneers of Sociology

Objective: Evaluate the contributions of select sociologists.

Task:  Good morning! We'll spend today's class listening to and taking notes on our VoiceThread.  If you would prefer, you may use a Chromebook to listen so that you can take notes on your i-Pad.  After you've read and taken notes on the sociologists, please post a reflection to the last page of the VoiceThread.  If you finish early, please work on your unit 1 vocabulary or read "Grown-Up Digital."

Homework:

• TODAY - Bring headphones or earbuds to class!
• Thursday, February 2 - Unit 1 Vocabulary due
• Friday, February 3 - "Grown-Up Digital" reading quiz
• Wednesday, February 15 - Unit 1 Test

Pioneers Assignments:

1. Auguste Comte - 
2. Harriet Martineau - Aaron, Lauren & Melissa
3. Herbert Spencer - Reba & Allie
4. Jane Addams -Jason & Jordan
5. Karl Marx - Patrick & Zach
6. Emile Durkheim - Anastacia & Gabbie
7. Max Weber - Mark, Brianna, & Kieran
8. W.E.B. DuBois - Joel & Ben
9. Charles Cooley - Sam & Megan
10. Ferdinand Tonnies - Luke & Fox
11. Michel Foucault - 
12. Erving Goffman - Nicole & Camryn
13. Robert K. Merton - Alexa & Emily 
14. C. Wright Mills -

West Civ Day 7 - Using Library Resources

Objectives:  Identify and utilize library resource that will be useful in Western Civ.

Task:  As per your request, you'll have the entire class period to complete today's activity.  Post your responses to 3A, 3B, & 3C to our class blog.  If you finish early, please work on upcoming assignments.

Homework:

• TODAY - Report to LIBRARY
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Ancient Greece: The Pursuit of Excellence" close reading due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 1 - Finish "Ancient Greece - Directed Research" BEFORE class
• Thursday, February 2 - Be ready to discuss "Funeral Oration of Pericles" in class (from Aspects, vol. I, p. 79)
• Friday, February 3 - Europe map review due (go to https://quizizz.com/join/ and enter code 052647)
• Friday, February 10 - Unit 1 test (study guide on Schoology)
• Friday, February 10 - "Using the Library" due by 11:45 pm

CPWC Day 7 - Considering Culture

Objective: Identify and discuss the characteristics of culture.  Apply knowledge of the characteristics and elements of culture.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please read and answer questions for "100% American."  After a brief discussion, we'll get into small groups for a short activity that demonstrates the integration of all 7 elements of culture.  Then, you'll watch "Man and His Culture" to consider the ways in which culture, and our perceptions of culture, have changed since the 1950s.  Finally, we'll end class with a reflection on culture.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Bring headphones or earbuds to class
• Wednesday, February 1 - Unit 1 Quiz (study guide on Schoology)
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Collective Learning" reading due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test (study guide posted Schoology on or before Thursday, February 2)

HWC Day 6 - Periodization in History: Problems & Priorities

Objective:  Explore the difficulties and justifications for periodization in history.  

Task:  Good morning!  We'll begin class with a discussion of the "Considering Periodization" questions and an activity to demonstrate the variability of time.  Then we'll review the Big Eras and work together to analyze a primary document.

Homework:

• TODAY - "Big Eras" chart due BEFORE class
• Tuesday, January 31 - Report to LIBRARY for class
• Wednesday, February 1 - Yalta Conference - primary document analysis practice (read before class)
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Becoming Human" discussion (watch interactive video on a computer (runs on Flash) or read the transcript)
• Thursday, February 2 - Globalization & Diversity chapter 1 reading quiz (1 side of 3x 5 index card permitted)
• Friday, February 3 - Imperialism discussion (complete Venn diagram and chart in preparation for our discussion)
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test

Soc Day 6 - Defining Sociology

Objective:  Examine the ways in which society impacts everyday behaviors.  Compare sociology to other social sciences and history.

Task:  Good morning!  I'm sorry that some of you had difficulty with VoiceThread this weekend. You'll use the first few minutes of class to record your posts.  Then, we'll begin our exploration of Sociology with some notes on some foundational principles of the discipline.  

Homework:

• TODAY - Pioneers of Sociology posts due before class
• Tuesday, January 31 - Bring headphones or earbuds to class!
• Thursday, February 2 - Unit 1 Vocabulary due
• Friday, February 3 - "Grown-Up Digital" reading quiz

Pioneers Assignments:

1. Auguste Comte - 
2. Harriet Martineau - Aaron, Lauren & Melissa
3. Herbert Spencer - Reba & Allie
4. Jane Addams -Jason & Jordan
5. Karl Marx - Patrick & Zach
6. Emile Durkheim - Anastacia & Gabbie
7. Max Weber - Mark, Brianna, & Kieran
8. W.E.B. DuBois - Joel & Ben
9. Charles Cooley - Sam & Megan
10. Ferdinand Tonnies - Luke & Fox
11. Michel Foucault - 
12. Erving Goffman - Nicole & Camryn
13. Robert K. Merton - Alexa & Emily 
14. C. Wright Mills -

West Civ Day 6 - Ancient Greece & Themes of History

Objectives:  Identify various themes in European history.  Examine Ancient Greece as a basis for Western Civilization.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll begin class with a short, group activity to consider various themes in European history.  Then, we'll continue our examination of Greek civilization with notes and some directed research.  

Homework:

• Tuesday, January 31 - Report to LIBRARY
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Ancient Greece: The Pursuit of Excellence" close reading due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 1 - Finish "Ancient Greece - Directed Research" BEFORE class
• Thursday, February 2 - Be ready to discuss "Funeral Oration of Pericles" in class (from Aspects, vol. I, p. 79)
• Friday, February 3 - Europe map review due (go to https://quizizz.com/join/ and enter code 052647)

CPWC Day 6 - Culture, Geography, & History

Objective: Identify and discuss the characteristics of culture.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please get out your notes from class on Friday.  We'll begin class with a brief review.  Then, we'll continue our notes on culture with an examination of the elements of culture and a discussion on the articles you read for today.  After we finish our notes on the elements of culture, we'll end class with an activity to apply your knowledge of the characteristics and elements of culture.

Homework:

• TODAY - "What Difference Does Language Make?" or "reading due at the beginning of class
• Tuesday, January 31 - Bring headphones or earbuds to class
• Wednesday, February 1 - Unit 1 Quiz (study guide on Schoology)
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Collective Learning" reading due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test (study guide posted Schoology on or before Thursday, February 2)

HWC Day 5 - Social Sciences & Periodization

Objective:      Define history and the social sciences as they will be applied in HWC.  Explore the difficulties and justifications for periodization in history.

Task:  Happy Friday!  We'll begin today's class with your Primer presentations.  You'll spend the remainder of class working with a partner to identify the elements of culture in a provided image. After you finish your image analysis, please work on "Considering Periodization" (in unit 1 of Schoology).   

Homework:

• TODAY - Primer presentations due at the beginning of class
• Monday, January 30 - "Big Eras" chart due BEFORE class
• Tuesday, January 31 - Report to LIBRARY for class
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Becoming Human" discussion (watch interactive video on a computer (runs on Flash) or read the transcript)
• Thursday, February 2 - Globalization & Diversity chapter 1 reading quiz (1 side of 3x 5 index card permitted)
• Friday, February 3 - Imperialism discussion (complete Venn diagram and chart in preparation for our discussion)
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test

West Civ Day 5 - Character of Europe & Origins of Greek Civilization

Objectives:  Define "Europe" Review the contemporary political map of Europe.

Task:  Happy Friday!  When you arrive to class, please download "Origins of the West - Note Sheet" from the unit 1 folder in Schoology.  We'll finish up the week with a discussion to define Europe as a cultural and geographic region.  Then, we'll begin our exploration of Ancient Greece.

Homework:

• TONIGHT - Look at source list for units 1, 2, & 3
• Friday, January 27 - Primary source requests due to Mrs. Friday

Soc Day 5 - What is Sociology?

Objective:  Examine the ways in which society impacts everyday behaviors.  Compare sociology to other social sciences and history.

Task:  Happy Friday!  We'll begin class with a short activity to review the various social sciences.  We'll also  discuss Heslin's argument in "What is Sociology?."  Finally, before leaving class, you'll complete a 3-2-1 exit ticket identifying some of your new learning and work on your unit 1 vocabulary.

Homework:

• TODAY - "What is Sociology?" class discussion
• Monday, January 30 - Pioneers of Sociology posts due before class
• Tuesday, January 31 - Bring headphones or earbuds to class!
• Thursday, February 2 - Unit 1 Vocabulary due
• Friday, February 3 - "Grown-Up Digital" reading quiz

Pioneers Assignments:

1. Auguste Comte - 
2. Harriet Martineau - Aaron, Lauren & Melissa
3. Herbert Spencer - Reba & Allie
4. Jane Addams -Jason & Jordan
5. Karl Marx - Patrick & Zach
6. Emile Durkheim - Anastacia & Gabbie
7. Max Weber - Mark, Brianna, & Kieran
8. W.E.B. DuBois - Joel & Ben
9. Charles Cooley - Sam & Megan
10. Ferdinand Tonnies - Luke & Fox
11. Michel Foucault - 
12. Erving Goffman - Nicole & Camryn
13. Robert K. Merton - Alexa & Emily 
14. C. Wright Mills -

CPWC Day 5 - What is Culture?

Objective: Identify and discuss the characteristics and elements of culture.

Task:  Happy Friday!  Please get out your reading notes when you arrive to class.  I'll answer any questions before you take a quick assessment to check your understanding of the text.  When you finish the assessment, please begin reading "What Difference Does Language Make?" or "Where People Don't Like to Say No."  Then, we'll finish the week with a discussion and notes on culture.

Homework:

• TODAY - Geography chapter 1, section 2 reading notes due by the beginning of class
• Monday, January 30 - "What Difference Does Language Make?" OR "Where People Don't Like to Say No" reading due at the beginning of class
• Tuesday, January 31 - Unit 1 Quiz (study guide on Schoology)
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Collective Learning" reading due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test (study guide posted Schoology on or before Thursday, February 2)

HWC Day 4 -GGS Quiz, PDP Lottery, & Culture Application

Objectives: Assess knowledge and understanding of the arguments presented in  Guns, Germs, & Steel.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please get out your index card in preparation for your quiz.  You'll have 30 minutes to complete your quiz. When you finish, please work on one of the upcoming homework assignments.

After everyone has finished the quiz, I'll explain the Primary Document Posts, Primary Document Comments, and Scholarly Journal Summaries that you'll complete throughout the duration of the course.  You'll post these assignments to our class blog.  The rubrics and PDFs of/links to the primary documents are posted in Schoology in the "HWC Primary Documents" folder.  Further, I've shared the Spreadsheet, "HWC PDP, PDC, & SJS Analysis - Spring 2017" with you via GoogleDrive.

 Then, we'll hold the lottery for the quarter 3 PDPs & SJSs.  Finally, we'll finish our notes on culture and work in small groups to apply our knowledge of the characteristics and elements of culture.

Homework:

• TODAY - GGS reading quiz (1 side of 3x5 index card permitted)
• TODAY - PDP, PDC, SJS selections 
• Friday, January 27 - Primer presentations due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Becoming Human" discussion (watch interactive video on a computer (runs on Flash) or read the transcript)
• Thursday, February 2 - Globalization & Diversity chapter 1 reading quiz (1 side of 3x 5 index card permitted)
• Friday, February 3 - Imperialism discussion (complete Venn diagram and chart in preparation for our discussion)
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test

Soc Day 4 - Pioneers Research

Objective:  Investigate the manner in which society impacts the individual.

Task:  Good morning!  Today, we'll begin our exploration of sociology with research on some of the pioneers in the field.  We'll be meeting at the library and you'll have the entire class to research your individual (see assignments at the bottom of this post). As you investigate your sociologist, focus on:

1. Relevant biographical information (ex. When & where did he/she live?  What were the political/social/economic conditions that contributed to his/her perspective?)
2. Contributions to the field (ex. Essential concepts and ideas that shaped sociology)

If you work efficiently, you should be able to finish your research AND audio posts to our VoiceThread by the end of class on Thursday.  You should use AT LEAST 2 different sources to gather information - you must share your citations with my "Pioneers of Sociology - Spring 16" dropbox in Noodletools.

If you finish early, please read "What is Sociology?" in preparation for Friday's discussion or work on your unit 1 vocabulary.

The databases, specifically Gale Biography in Context, will be useful for this project.  In addition, you may want to check out the following websites:

• Famous Sociologists (Biography)
• Famous Sociologists (SocioSite) - includes links to primary documents 

Homework:

• TODAY- Meet at the library for Pioneers project
• Friday, January 27 - "What is Sociology?" class discussion
• Monday, January 30 - Pioneers of Sociology posts due before class
• Thursday, February 2 - Unit 1 Vocabulary due

Pioneers Assignments:

1. 1. Auguste Comte - 
   2. Harriet Martineau - Aaron, Lauren & Melissa
   3. Herbert Spencer - Reba & Allie
   4. Jane Addams -Jason & Jordan
   5. Karl Marx - Patrick & Zach
   6. Emile Durkheim - Anastacia & Gabbie
   7. Max Weber - Mark, Brianna, & Kieran
   8. W.E.B. DuBois - Joel & Ben
   9. Charles Cooley - Sam & Megan
   10. Ferdinand Tonnies - Luke & Fox
   11. Michel Foucault - 
   12. Erving Goffman - Nicole & Camryn
   13. Robert K. Merton - Alexa & Emily 
   14. C. Wright Mills -

West Civ Day 4 - Europe as Western Civilization?

Objectives:  Define "Western Civilization." Review the contemporary political map of Europe.

Task:  Good morning!  We'll finish our discussion of the editorial before forming groups to review the map of Europe.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, we'll start our notes on the geography and character of Europe.

Homework:

• TONIGHT - Look at source list for units 1, 2, & 3
• Friday, January 27 - Primary source requests due to Mrs. Friday

CPWC Day 4 - Geography & Culture

Objective: Explore the perspectives and portrayals of spatial relationships.  Establish a process for studying maps.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please complete read and complete "How Can We Fix the World if We Can't Read a Map."  After you've finished the reading, please post a reflection to "The Importance of Maps" in Schoology.  We'll spend the remainder of class taking notes on culture.

Homework:

• TODAY - Geography chapter 1, section 1 reading notes due by the beginning of class
• Friday, January 26 - Geography chapter 1, section 2 reading notes due by the beginning of class
• Wednesday, February 1 - Unit 1 Quiz (study guide on Schoology)
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test (study guide posted Schoology on or before Thursday, February 2)

HWC Day 3 - GGS Discussion, Culture, & Collaboration

Objectives: Define the characteristics and elements of culture. Analyze and critique the arguments presented in Guns, Germs, & Steel.  Collaborate to create a presentation on essential social science concepts.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download "What is Culture? (notes)" from Schoology.  We'll consider both the characteristics and elements of culture.  Then, we'll form a circle to discuss Guns, Germs, & Steel.  Finally, you'll have the remainder of class to work on your Primer presentations.

Homework:

• TODAY - Bring all GGS materials to class (text, reviews,  & reading notes)
• TODAY - Student Information form due by 3:00 pm
• TODAY - Parent information (via GoogleForm in Schoology) & email to Mrs. Friday by 11:59 pm 
• Thursday, January 26 - GGS reading quiz (1 side of 3x5 index card permitted)
• Thursday, January 26 - PDP, PDC, SJS selections 
• Friday, January 27 - Primer presentations due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, February 1 - "Becoming Human" discussion (watch interactive video on a computer (runs on Flash) or read the transcript)
• Thursday, February 2 - Globalization & Diversity chapter 1 reading quiz (1 side of 3x 5 index card permitted)
• Friday, February 3 - Imperialism discussion (complete Venn diagram and chart in preparation for our discussion)
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test

Soc Day 3 - Researching the Pioneers of Sociology

Objective:  Investigate the manner in which society impacts the individual.

Task:  Good morning!  Today, we'll begin our exploration of sociology with research on some of the pioneers in the field.  We'll be meeting at the library and you'll have the entire class to research your individual (see assignments at the bottom of this post). As you investigate your sociologist, focus on:

1. Relevant biographical information (ex. When & where did he/she live?  What were the political/social/economic conditions that contributed to his/her perspective?)
2. Contributions to the field (ex. Essential concepts and ideas that shaped sociology)

If you work efficiently, you should be able to finish your research AND audio posts to our VoiceThread by the end of class on Thursday.  You should use AT LEAST 2 different sources to gather information - you must share your citations with my "Pioneers of Sociology - Spring 16" dropbox in Noodletools.

If you finish early, please read "What is Sociology?" in preparation for Friday's discussion or work on your unit 1 vocabulary.

The databases, specifically Gale Biography in Context, will be useful for this project.  In addition, you may want to check out the following websites:

• Famous Sociologists (Biography)
• Famous Sociologists (SocioSite) - includes links to primary documents 

Homework:

• TODAY- Student Information Sheet (via Schoology) due by 3:00 pm
• TODAY - Parent Information Sheet & email due by 11:59 pm
• Thursday, January 26 - Meet at the library for Pioneers project
• Friday, January 27 - "What is Sociology?" class discussion
• Monday, January 30 - Pioneers of Sociology posts due before class
• Thursday, February 2 - Unit 1 Vocabulary due

Pioneers Assignments:

1. 1. Auguste Comte - 
   2. Harriet Martineau - Aaron, Lauren & Melissa
   3. Herbert Spencer - Reba & Allie
   4. Jane Addams -Jason & Jordan
   5. Karl Marx - Patrick & Zach
   6. Emile Durkheim - Anastacia & Gabbie
   7. Max Weber - Mark, Brianna, & Kieran
   8. W.E.B. DuBois - Joel & Ben
   9. Charles Cooley - Sam & Megan
   10. Ferdinand Tonnies - Luke & Fox
   11. Michel Foucault - 
   12. Erving Goffman - Nicole & Camryn
   13. Robert K. Merton - Alexa & Emily 
   14. C. Wright Mills -

West Civ Day 3 - Defining Western Civilization

Objectives:  Establish a working definition for "history."  Identify the purpose for studying history.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please accept my invitation to join our class blog and make a comment to the "Reflection - Western Civilization" post.  After a short discussion, we'll break into small groups to review the map of Europe.  

Homework:

• TODAY  - "Western Civilization...Cradle of Learning" rdg. due for discussion
• TODAY - Student Information Sheet (GoogleForm in Schoology) due
• TODAY - Parent Information Sheet & parent email due (Google Form in Schoology)
• Friday, January 27 - Primary source requests due to Mrs. Friday

CPWC Day 3 - Understanding Spatial Relations

Objective: Explore the perspectives and portrayals of spatial relationships.  Establish a process for studying maps.

Task:  Happy Tuesday!  When you arrive to please open up, read, and answer the questions about "Dreaming Upside-Down."  Then, we'll go on a short excursion to explore perspective and spatial relationships.  When we return to class, we'll begin to pull together the activities from class today.  If there is any time remaining, we'll begin reading notes for chapter 1.

Homework:

• TODAY - Textbook cover check in class
• TODAY - Student Information (GoogleForm via Schoology) due by 3:00 pm
• TODAY - Parent Information (GoogleForm via Schoology) and email to Mrs. Friday due by 11:59 pm
• Thursday, January 25 - Geography chapter 1, section 1 reading notes due by the beginning of class
• Friday, January 26 - Geography chapter 1, section 2 reading notes due by the beginning of class

HWC Day 2 - Critical Thinking & Collaboration

Objectives: Identify the characteristics of critical thinking and collaboration.  Collaborate to create a presentation on essential social science concepts.

Task:  Happy Tuesday!  When you arrive to class, please get out your i-Pad and DRAW the characteristics of a critical thinker.  We'll spend the first portion of class discussing the process of critical thinking.  Then, we'll define collaboration and discuss the costs and benefits of collaboration. Finally, you'll spend the remainder of class working with your partner to create your Primer presentation.

Homework:

• TODAY - Hand-written Primer reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, January 25 - Bring all GGS materials to class (text, reviews,  & reading notes)
• Wednesday, January 25  - Student Information form due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, January 25 - Parent information (via GoogleForm in Schoology) & email to Mrs. Friday by 11:59 pm 
• Thursday, January 26 - GGS reading quiz (1 side of 3x5 index card permitted)
• Friday, January 27 - Primer presentations due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test

Primer Groups:

• History - Naya, Ofori, Brooke
• Geography - Kimmy, Kayla, Ben
• Culture & Civilization - Zoe, Mia, Kiele
• Economics - Cora, Evangelos, Matthew
• Government - Katie, Evan, Katie
• Beliefs & Values - Cece, Seri, Chase, Katherine

Soc Day 2 - What is Sociology?

Objective:  Investigate the manner in which society impacts the individual.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please open up "Who Am I?"  We'll finish our discussion and describe how this activity will relate to our studies.  

Then, you'll pair up for your first project, "Pioneers of Sociology" and how to use VoiceThread. Each partnership will add AUDIO posts to our collaborative VoiceThread.  You should provide the following information for your sociologist: 

1. Relevant biographical information (ex. When & where did he/she live?  What were the political/social/economic conditions that contributed to his/her perspective?)
2. Contributions to the field (ex. Essential concepts and ideas that shaped sociology)

If you work efficiently, you should be able to finish your research AND audio posts to our VoiceThread by the end of class on Thursday.  You should use AT LEAST 2 different sources to gather information - you must share your citations with my "Pioneers of Sociology - Spring 17" dropbox in Noodletools.

Finally, if any time remains, we'll begin our notes on sociology or work on the unit 1 vocabulary.

Homework:

• TODAY - Read "Course Syllabus" BEFORE class
• Wednesday, January 25 - Meet at the library for Pioneers project
• Wednesday, January 25 - Student Information Sheet (via Schoology) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, January 25 - Parent Information Sheet & email due by 11:59 pm
• Thursday, January 26 - Meet at the library for Pioneers project
• Friday, January 27 - "What is Sociology?" class discussion
• Tuesday, January 31 - Pioneers of Sociology posts due before class
• Thursday, February 2 - Unit 1 Vocabulary due

Pioneers Assignments:

1. Auguste Comte - 
2. Harriet Martineau - Lauren & Melissa
3. Herbert Spencer - Reba & Allie
4. Jane Addams -Jason & Jordan
5. Karl Marx - Patrick & Zach
6. Emile Durkheim - Anastacia & Gabbie
7. Max Weber - Mark, Brianna, & Kieran
8. W.E.B. DuBois - Joel & Ben
9. Charles Cooley - Sam & Megan
10. Ferdinand Tonnies - Luke & Fox
11. Michel Foucault - 
12. Erving Goffman - Nicole & Camryn
13. Robert K. Merton - Alexa & Emily 
14. C. Wright Mills - Aaron & Jake

West Civ Day 2 - Defining the Historical Method

When asked what he thought of Western civilization, Mohandas Gandhi replied, "I think it would be a good idea."

Objectives:  Establish a working definition for "history."  Identify the purpose for studying history.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please find your whiteboard and your partner.  I'll answer any questions about the class rules and course syllabus before we finish our discussion on the purpose of history.  Then, we'll examine the historical method and review the process for analyzing primary documents.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll begin reading "Western Civilization is Still the Cradle of Learning."  

Homework:

• TODAY - Read through Class Regulations & Course Syllabus BEFORE class
• Wednesday, January 25 - "Western Civilization...Cradle of Learning" rdg. due for discussion
• Wednesday, January 25 - Student Information Sheet (GoogleForm in Schoology) due
• Wednesday, January 25 - Parent Information Sheet & parent email due (Google Form in Schoology)

CPWC Day 2 - Basics of Geography

*Be sure to have the Socrative App installed on your I-Pad BEFORE class tomorrow.

Objective: Explore the perspectives and portrayals of spatial relationships.  Establish a process for studying maps.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please open up Notability.  We'll spend the first few minutes organizing your "notebook" for World Cultures class.  You'll create a divider entitledCP World Cultures and a subject for each unit (ex. CPWC 1 - Foundations, CPWC 2 - Africa, etc.)  Then, we'll review some basic geographic terms and locations on "Lines of Latitude & Longitude."  Finally, we'll create our own cultural regions map to end class.

Homework:

• Wednesday, January 24 - Textbook cover check in class
• Wednesday, January 24 - Student Information (GoogleForm via Schoology) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, January 24 - Parent Information (GoogleForm via Schoology) and email to Mrs. Friday due by 11:59 pm
• Thursday, January 25 - Geography chapter 1, section 1 reading notes due by the beginning of class
• Friday, January 26 - Geography chapter 1, section 2 reading notes due by the beginning of class

HWC Day 1 - Welcome!

"The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled."  Plutarch

In Honors World Cultures we'll explore the history, geography, & contemporary issues that shape our world.  I encourage you to seek connections between our studies and current news stories and your other courses.  To succeed in HWC, it is essential to establish effective, consistent work and study habits.  If, at any point, you find yourself confused or overwhelmed please don't hesitate to speak with me.

Objectives:  Introduce class procedures and expectations.  Assess knowledge of current global issues.

Task:  Good morning!  Welcome to this reading and writing intensive course!  After all the time and effort you've put in so far, its exciting to finally begin our journey together.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class reviewing class procedures and sign-out your textbooks, Globalization & Diversity and Civilization Primer.   Then, I'll assign the first step in your first group project.

Finally, we'll spend the last 30 minutes of class taking the current events quiz.  When you've finished the quiz, please begin reading and taking notes on your section of the Primer and/or read the GGS reviews (available via Schoology).

Before you leave class, be sure to turn in your rubrics and reading notes on the Great Decisions readings.

Please finish your Primer reading notes for tomorrow and the GGS reviews for Wednesday.

Homework:

• TODAY - GGS & GDBB blog comments due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, January 24 - Hand-written Primer reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, January 25 - Bring all GGS materials to class (text, reviews,  & reading notes)
• Wednesday, January 25  - Student Information form due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, January 25 - Parent information (via GoogleForm in Schoology) & email to Mrs. Friday by 11:59 pm 
• Thursday, January 26 - GGS reading quiz (1 side of 3x5 index card permitted)
• Friday, January 27 - Primer presentations due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, February 8 - Unit 1 Test

Soc Day 1 - Who Are You?

Good morning!  Please take a playing card from Mrs. Friday & choose a seat with a playing card.  Do NOT look at either card yet!



"It is a peculiar sensation, this double-consciousness, this sense of always looking at one's self through the eyes of others, of measuring one's soul by the tape of a world that looks on in amused contempt and pity."  W.E.B. DuBois

Objective:  Establish class rules and expectations and build class rapport.  Investigate the manner in which society impacts the individual.

Task:  Welcome to sociology class!  Today we'll begin with an introduction activity to explore sociology.  Please open up, download, and complete "Who Am I?"  We'll spend our first day together considering who WE are.

Homework:

• Tuesday, January 24 - Read "Course Syllabus" BEFORE class
• Wednesday, January 25 - Student Information Sheet (via Schoology) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, January 25 - Parent Information Sheet & email due by 11:59 pm
• Friday, January 27 - "What is Sociology?" class discussion
• Thursday, February 2 - Unit 1 Vocabulary due

West Civ Day 1 - What is History?

When asked what he thought of Western civilization, Mohandas Gandhi replied, "I think it would be a good idea."

Objectives:  Establish a working definition for "history."  Identify the purpose for studying history.

Task:  Welcome to Western Civilization!  When you arrive to class, please choose a seat with textbooks.  Then, get out a piece of scratch paper or open Notability to answer the questions below:

1. Why are you in this course?
2. Why study history?

We'll begin our time together exploring these two essential questions.  Then, you'll take a pre-test to evaluate your current knowledge of Western Civilization.  Finally, I'll explain the course syllabus and describe course requirements.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll begin reading "Western Civilization is Still the Cradle of Learning."  

Homework:

• Tuesday, January 24 - Read through Class Regulations & Course Syllabus BEFORE class
• Wednesday, January 25 - "Western Civilization...Cradle of Learning" rdg. due for discussion
• Wednesday, January 25 - Student Information Sheet (GoogleForm in Schoology) due
• Wednesday, January 25 - Parent Information Sheet & parent email due (Google Form in Schoology)

CPWC Day 1 - Welcome!

"The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you."  B.B. King

Welcome to CP World Cultures!  In this class we'll explore the history, geography, and contemporary issues of our world.  I encourage you to follow the news and identify connections to class content.  To succeed in CPWC, it is essential that you establish effective, consistent work and study habits.  If you find yourself confused or overwhelmed, please don't hesitate to see or email me.

Objective:  Introduce class procedures and expectations.  Begin to develop class rapport.

Task:  Greetings!  Today we'll get through the usual first day activities, including attendance, seating assignments, class rules & expectations, and book distribution, as quickly as possible.  Then, we'll get to the fun stuff!  We'll all get to know each other a bit with human bingo and then establish individual and class goals.

Homework:

• Wednesday, January 24 - Textbook cover check in class
• Wednesday, January 24 - Student Information (GoogleForm via Schoology) due by 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, January 24 - Parent Information (GoogleForm via Schoology) and email to Mrs. Friday due by 11:59 pm
• Thursday, January 25 - Geography chapter 1, section 1 reading notes due by the beginning of class
• Friday, January 26 - Geography chapter 1, section 2 reading notes due by the beginning of class

CPWC Day 84 - Final Exam Review

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Review essential content in preparation for the final exam.

Task: Good morning!   When you arrive to class, please pick up the crossword puzzle at the front of the room.  After we review the puzzle, we'll play some games to review for the final exam.

Homework:

• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 83 - Final Exam Review

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Review essential content in preparation for the final exam.

Task: Good morning!   When you arrive to class, please pick up the crossword puzzle at the front of the room.  After we review the puzzle, we'll play some games to review for the final exam.

Homework:

• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

CPWC Day 83 - Latin America Wrap-Up

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:   Consider various paths to independence in Latin America.  Identify trends of continuity and change in Latin American history and culture.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desks of everything except a pencil in preparation for the reading quiz.   After you've finished, turn your quiz in to Mrs. Friday and complete "Legacy of General Pinochet" and read "Latin America at the End of the 20th Century."  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class reviewing essential content from Latin America.

Homework:

• TODAY - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 82 - Latin America Wrap-Up

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Consider various paths to independence in Latin America.  Identify trends of continuity and change in Latin American history and culture.

Task: Good morning!   When you arrive to class, please clear your desks in preparation for today's map quiz.  After the quiz, please watch the video below and study for the final exam.   We'll spend the last portion of class reviewing essential content from our Latin America unit.

Homework:

• TODAY - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• TODAY - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

CPWC Day 82 - Cumulative Map Quiz

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:   Consider various paths to independence in Latin America.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desks of everything except a pen or pencil in preparation for the map quiz.  After you finish the quiz, please turn it in at the back of the room and read "Independence in Latin America."  We'll spend the last portion of class reviewing notes on the Haitian revolution.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 11, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, January 12 - Cumulative map quiz
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 81 - Haitian Revolution & Independence in Latin America

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Consider various paths to independence in Latin America.

Task: Good morning!   When you arrive to class, please get out your notes on the Haitian Revolution.  We'll spend the first portion of class finishing our examination of the revolution.  Then, we'll consider various other paths to independence in Latin America.  Finally, we'll form a discussion circle to discuss contemporary issues of Latin America.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Contemporary Issues in Latin America summary due in class - be ready to DISCUSS!
• Friday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

CPWC Day 81 - Revolutions in Haiti

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:   Explore slavery in Latin America.  Consider various paths to independence in Latin America.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please submit your homework to the appropriate dropbox in Schoology and download "Egalite for All."  Today, we'll focus on Haiti, Toussaint Louverture and the Haitian Revolutions

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 11, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, January 12 - Cumulative map quiz
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 80 - Revolutions in Haiti

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Consider various paths to independence in Latin America.

Task: Good morning!   When you arrive to class, please get out your notes on maroons.  We'll spend the first few minutes reviewing the unique characteristics and significance of this community.  Then, we'll divert from our studies on Latin America to important people from our studies.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class watching "Egalite for All" and exploring the revolutions in Haiti.

Homework:

• TODAY - Unit 8 PDCs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 12 - Contemporary Issues in Latin America summary due in class - be ready to DISCUSS!
• Friday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

CPWC Day 80 - Colonial Latin America

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Investigate the status of colonial society in Latin America.  Explore slavery in Latin America.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please submit your homework to the appropriate dropboxes in Schoology.  Then, complete "Spanish Towns in the Americas."  After we review the worksheet, you'll complete "Slavery in Latin America."

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 9, section 3 reading notes due in class
• TODAY - Chapter 11, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, January 11 - Chapter 11, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, January 12 - Cumulative map quiz
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 79 - Slavery in Latin America

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Explore slavery in Latin America.  Consider various paths to independence in Latin America.

Task: Good morning!   When you arrive to class, please get out a pen or pencil in preparation for your reading quiz.  After you've finished the reading quiz, please read "Latin American Peoples Win Independence."  Finally, we'll use the TransAtlantic Slave Trade Database the last portion of class to explore slavery & maroons in Latin America.

Homework:

• TODAY  - Neoliberalism reading quiz (index card may be used)
• Wednesday, January 11 - Unit 8 PDCs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 12 - Contemporary Issues in Latin America summary due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Friday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

CPWC Day 79 - Latin America Map Quiz

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Assess knowledge of the Latin America map.   Compare and contrast the Aztecs and the Incas.  Investigate the status of colonial society in Latin America.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desks of everything except a pencil in preparation for the map quiz. After you finish the quiz, please use the resources on Schoology to complete the Aztec and Inca comparison.  If you finish with the chart, work on your unit 8 reading notes, study for your cumulative map quiz or your final exam. After we review the Aztecs and Incas, we'll take a few minutes to consider the significance of the Panama Canal and explore colonial society in Latin America.

Homework:

• TODAY - Latin America map quiz
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 9, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 11, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, January 11 - Chapter 11, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, January 12 - Cumulative map quiz
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 78 - Colonization of Latin America

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:   Review the geography of Latin America.  Consider the culture of colonial societies in Latin America.

Task: Good morning!   When you arrive to class, please download "Latin America Geography Jigsaw" and clear all desks.  We'll begin with a game to review the geography of Latin America. Then, we'll delve into colonial Latin America with a visual analysis of paintings depicting social hierarchy.  Finally, if time remains, we'll begin examining slavery in Latin America.

Homework:

• TODAY - Unit 8 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, January 10 - Neoliberalism reading quiz (index card may be used)
• Wednesday, January 11 - Unit 8 PDCs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 12 - Contemporary Issues in Latin America summary due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Friday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

CPWC Day 78 - Geography & Indigenous Peoples of Latin America

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Review the political geography of Latin America.  Compare and contrast the Aztecs and the Incas.  Consider the impact of Spanish colonization on the peoples and lands of Latin America.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please submit your homework to the appropriate dropbox in Schoology.  Then, complete "Latitude and Longitude in South America."  After a quick review of the answers, we'll play a game to review the political map of Latin America.  Then, you'll work with a partner to compare Aztec and Inca cultures.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, we'll begin our exploration of Spanish colonization.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 9, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Monday, January 9 - Latin America map quiz
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 9, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 11, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, January 11 - Chapter 11, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, January 12 - Cumulative map quiz
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 77 - Indigenous Peoples in Latin America

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:   Consider the unique cultures of pre-Columbian peoples in Central America.  Compare & contrast Aztec and Spanish accounts of Cortez.

Task: Good morning!  We'll begin class with a discussion on indigenous peoples of Central America - the Olmecs, Maya, & Aztecs.  Then, you'll work with a partner to compare and contrast two accounts of the conquest of Tenochtitlan. Finally, if time remains, we'll begin our examination of colonial Latin America.

Homework:

• TODAY - Indigenous peoples discussion (unit 8) - summary due in Schoology by 7:30 am
• TODAY - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Monday, January 9 - Unit 8 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, January 10 - Neoliberalism reading quiz (index card may be used)
• Wednesday, January 11 - Unit 8 PDCs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 12 - Contemporary Issues in Latin America summary due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Friday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

CPWC Day 78 - Latin America Introduction

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Discuss the geography, history, & culture of SE Asia, Australia, & Oceania.  Examine the

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please submit your homework to the appropriate dropbox in Schoology and open up your unit 7 summary notes.  We'll spend the first portion of class wrapping up our review of Southeast Asia, Australia, and Oceania.  Then, you'll work in groups to complete the Latin America map packet.  Finally, we'll end class with an activity to practice map reading.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 9, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Friday, January 6 - Chapter 9, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Monday, January 9 - Latin America map quiz
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 9, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 11, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, January 11 - Chapter 11, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, January 12 - Cumulative map quiz
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 76 - Latin America Introduction

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:   Examine the unique culture, geography, and history of Oceania and Australia.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class please open up your summary notes on Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania.  We'll spend the first portion of class finishing up our review of the region.  Then, you'll work in small groups to complete the Latin America map and you'll begin examining the indigenous cultures of Latin America.

Homework:

• Friday, January 5 - Indigenous peoples discussion (unit 8) - summary due in Schoology by 7:30 am
• Friday, January 6 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Monday, January 9 - Unit 8 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, January 10 - Neoliberalism reading quiz (index card may be used)
• Wednesday, January 11 - Unit 8 PDCs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 12 - Contemporary Issues in Latin America summary due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Friday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

CPWC Day 77 - SE Asia, Australia, & Oceania Wrap-Up

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Discuss the geography, history, & culture of SE Asia, Australia, & Oceania.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desks of everything except a pencil in preparation for the reading quiz.  After you've finished the quiz, please complete "Commonwealth" and "Island Ties" (in Schoology).  If you've finished both of these sheets, please begin working on your Latin America map or your unit 8 reading notes.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class summarizing essential characteristics of the region.

Homework:

• TODAY - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Thursday, January 5 - Chapter 9, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Friday, January 6 - Chapter 9, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Monday, January 9 - Latin America map quiz
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 9, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 11, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, January 11 - Chapter 11, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, January 12 - Cumulative map quiz
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 -11:15 am -12:45 pm - Pd. 3-4 Final Exam 
• Thursday, January 19 - 7:35-9:05 am - Pd. 6-9 Final Exam

HWC Day 75 - SE Asia, Australia, & Oceania Wrap-Up

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:   Examine the unique culture, geography, and history of Oceania and Australia.

Task: Good morning!  When you arrive to class please clear your desk of everything except a pencil in preparation for the map quiz.  After you've finished the quiz, please turn it in at the back of the room and read the documents on Maori & Aboriginal cultures (linked below).  Then, use headphones or earbuds to watch "Kiribati: The Islands Being Destroyed By Climate Change."  If you finish with the work above before everyone has finished with the map quiz, please begin working on your Latin America map.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class completing summary notes on the region.

Homework:

• TODAY - Asia map quiz (all of Asia & Oceania)
• Friday, January 5 - Indigenous peoples discussion (unit 8) - summary due in Schoology by 7:30 am
• Friday, January 6 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Monday, January 9 - Unit 8 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, January 10 - Neoliberalism reading quiz (index card may be used)
• Wednesday, January 11 - Unit 8 PDCs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 12 - Contemporary Issues in Latin America summary due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Friday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - 7:35-9:05 am - Final Exam 

Extending class discussions:

• Maori Creation Myth and Maori Culture (Big Myth)
• Aboriginal Culture (Big Myth)

CPWC Day 76 - Australia

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:  Investigate the geography, history, & culture of Australia.

Task: Welcome back!  I hope you had a relaxing, enjoyable holiday break.  When you arrive to class, please download "Australia" from Schoology and go to the last page of the packet.  We'll spend the first portion of class breaking down "Waltzing Matilda" to develop an understanding of Australia.  Then, you'll complete the remainder of the Australia worksheets before we delve into the Stolen Generations.  If time allows, you'll explore some of the contemporary issues in the region.  Finally, we'll end class with a Kahoot! to review for tomorrow's map quiz.

Homework:

• Wednesday, January 4 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Thursday, January 5 - Chapter 9, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Friday, January 6 - Chapter 9, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Monday, January 9 - Latin America map quiz
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 9, section 3 reading notes due in class
• Tuesday, January 10 - Chapter 11, section 1 reading notes due in class
• Wednesday, January 11 - Chapter 11, section 2 reading notes due in class
• Thursday, January 12 - Cumulative map quiz
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 reading quiz (9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 11.1, & 11.2)
• Wednesday, January 18 & Thursday, January 19 - Final Exam (times TBD)

Extending Class Discussion:

• "Australia's History Wars Heat Up" (al-Jazeera, 3/29/2015)

HWC Day 74 - Exploring Australia & Oceania

Important:  We are rapidly approaching the end of the semester and the end of this course. Please check PowerSchool.  If you have any questions about your grade, please see me during period 12 as soon as possible.

Purpose:   Examine the unique culture, geography, and history of Oceania and Australia.

Task: Welcome back!  I hope you had a joy-filled, relaxing holiday break.  Today, we'll focus on defining Oceania and Australia.  However, before delving into our studies, we'll play a Kahoot! to review capitals and geographic features of Asia.  Then, you'll use the resources below to compare the Aborigines of Australia and the Maoris of New Zealand.  Next, you'll complete a directed research activity to explore Oceania.

Homework:

• TODAY - Unit 7 PDCs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 4 - Asia map quiz (all of Asia & Oceania)
• Friday, January 5 - Indigenous peoples discussion (unit 8) - summary due in Schoology by 7:30 am
• Friday, January 6 - Unit 7 SJSs due on class blog
• Monday, January 9 - Unit 8 PDPs due on class blog
• Tuesday, January 10 - Neoliberalism reading quiz (index card may be used)
• Wednesday, January 11 - Unit 8 PDCs due on class blog
• Thursday, January 12 - Contemporary Issues in Latin America summary due in Schoology by 3:00 pm
• Friday, January 13 - Cumulative map quiz (Africa, Europe, & Latin America)
• Friday, January 13 - Unit 8 SJSs due on class blog
• Wednesday, January 18 - Final Exam (times TBD)

Extending class discussions:

• Maori Creation Myth and Maori Culture (Big Myth)
• Aboriginal Culture (Big Myth)