HWC Day 47 - Industrialization & Contemporary Europe

Day 1 - PAW 1

Objective:   Evaluate the impact of the Enlightenment and the course of the French Revolution.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please download "Communist Manifesto" excerpt.  We'll read through this document together to identify the impacts of the Industrial Revolution.  Finally, you'll spend the last portion of class working on "Contemporary Issues in Europe."

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Contemporary Issues in Europe due in class
• Wednesday,  April 11 - East Asia Map
• Thursday, April 12 - Condensed History of China (History of East Asia folder) due in class
• Friday, April 13 - Case Study: Communism in China (History of East Asia folder) due in class
• Monday, April 16 - Read "Mao: Liberator or Oppressor" BEFORE class 
• Wednesday, April 18 - Career Day (periods 1-3)
• Friday, April 20 - Considering Contemporary Korea due in class
• Monday, April 23 - East Asia Test

HWC Day 46 - Revolution in France

Day 5 - PAW 5

Objective:   Evaluate the impact of the Enlightenment and the course of the French Revolution.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please turn in your crossword puzzle from Friday.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class listing the contributions of the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment.  Then, we'll listen to the French national anthem to identify the continuing influence of the Revolution.

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Industrial Revolution reading due in class
• Tuesday, April 10 - Contemporary Issues in Europe due in class
• Wednesday,  April 11 - East Asia Map
• Thursday, April 12 - Condensed History of China (History of East Asia folder) due in class
• Friday, April 13 - Case Study: Communism in China (History of East Asia folder) due in class
• Monday, April 16 - Read "Mao: Liberator or Oppressor" BEFORE class 
• Wednesday, April 18 - Career Day (periods 1-3)
• Friday, April 20 - Considering Contemporary Korea due in class
• Monday, April 23 - East Asia Test

HWC Day 45 - Absolutism & Enlightenment

Day 4 - PAW 4

Objective:   Define the contributions of the Scientific Revolution and the impact of the Columbian Exchange.  Identify significant figures and ideas from the Age of Absolutism and the Enlightenment.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please open up your notes on the Scientific Revolution.  We'll spend the first few minutes reviewing your work.  Then, you'll work together to complete a crossword on absolutism and Enlightenment.

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Considering the Scientific Revolution & Columbian Exchange due in class
• Monday, April 9 - Industrial Revolution reading due in class
• Tuesday, April 10 - Contemporary Issues in Europe due in class
• Wednesday,  April 11 - East Asia Map
• Thursday, April 12 - Condensed History of China (History of East Asia folder) due in class
• Friday, April 13 - Case Study: Communism in China (History of East Asia folder) due in class
• Monday, April 16 - Read "Mao: Liberator or Oppressor" BEFORE class 
• Wednesday, April 18 - Career Day (periods 1-3)
• Friday, April 20 - Considering Contemporary Korea due in class
• Monday, April 23 - East Asia Test

HWC Day 44 - Religion, Science, & Exchange

Day 3 - PAW 3

Objective:   Analyze the changes brought about by the Protestant Reformation.  Define the contributions of the Scientific Revolution and the impact of the Columbian Exchange.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please form the desks into a circle and open up your Protestant Reformation packet.  We'll finish up our examination of the Protestant Reformation before delving into the Scientific Revolution.  Finally, we'll end with a writing activity on the Columbian Exchange.

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Considering the Scientific Revolution & Columbian Exchange due in class
• Friday, April 6 - Industrial Revolution reading due in class
• Monday, April 9 - Contemporary Issues in Europe due in class

HWC Day 43 - Europe Map Quiz & Protestant Reformation

Day 2 - PAW 2

Objective:  Assess knowledge and understanding of the geography of Europe.  Analyze the changes brought about by the Protestant Reformation.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desk of everything except a pen or a pencil in preparation for your map quiz.  After you finish the quiz, please turn it in at the back of the room and work on "Considering the Scientific Revolution & the Columbian Exchange."  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class finishing up our examination of the Protestant Reformation.

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Europe map quiz
• Thursday, April 5 - Considering the Scientific Revolution & Columbian Exchange due in class
• Friday, April 6 - Industrial Revolution reading due in class
• Monday, April 9 - Contemporary Issues in Europe due in class

HWC Day 42 - Protestant Reformation

Day 1 - PAW 1

Objective:  Analyze the changes brought about by the Protestant Reformation.

Task:  Welcome back! I hope you had a relaxing and productive break.  When you arrive to class, please move your desks into a horseshoe.  We'll spend the first few minutes of class watching a CrashCourse video on the Protestant Reformation.  Then, we'll review your work on the packet.  Finally, if there is any time remaining, you'll study for your map quiz or

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Protestant Reformation Document Packet due
• Wednesday, April 4 - Europe map quiz
• Thursday, April 5 - Considering the Scientific Revolution & Columbian Exchange due in class
• Friday, April 6 - Industrial Revolution reading due in class
• Monday, April 9 - Contemporary Issues in Europe due in class

HWC Day 40 - Renaissance Europe

*Reminder:  Quarter 3 ends on Wednesday, March 28.  Be sure all tests and quizzes are completed by the end of PAW on Tuesday, March 27.

Day 5 - PAW 5

Objective:  Analyze the changes brought about by the Renaissance.  Compare the medieval and early modern world.

Task:  Good morning! When you arrive to class, please download "Italian Renaissance Review."  We'll spend the first few minutes reviewing the Italian Renaissance.  Then, you'll work with a partner to compare the medieval and modern worlds.

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Italian Renaissance WS due
• Wednesday, March 28 - "Meanwhile in Europe" close reading & summary due by 7:30 am, Socratic Seminar in class
• Wednesday, April 4 - Europe map quiz

HWC Day 39 - Civil War in Syria & Foundations of Europe

*Reminder:  Quarter 3 ends on Wednesday, March 28.  Be sure all tests and quizzes are completed by the end of PAW on Tuesday, March 27.

Day 4 - PAW 4

Objective:  Evaluate the causes, course, and consequences of the Syrian Civil War.  Identify the characteristics of pre-modern Europe.

Task:  Good morning! When you arrive to class, please get ready for the Syrian Civil War presentation.  After the presentation, we'll review your work on the "Heritage of Europe."

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Syrian Civil War Presentation
• TODAY - HWC Heritage of Europe due (submit Part II for grading by 7:30 am & have Part I ready for class discussion)
• Tuesday, March 27 - Italian Renaissance WS due
• Wednesday, March 28 - "Meanwhile in Europe" close reading & summary due by 7:30 am, Socratic Seminar in class
• Wednesday, April 4 - Europe map quiz

HWC Day 38 - Introduction to Europe

*Reminder:  Quarter 3 ends on Wednesday, March 28.  Be sure all tests and quizzes are completed by the end of PAW on Tuesday, March 27.

Day 3 - PAW 3

Objective:  Practice locating and identifying European countries.  Explore the geo-political and philosophical foundations of modern Europe.

Task:  Welcome back!  I hope you all weathered the storm with minimal disruption.  When you arrive to class, please turn in your unit 3 short answer responses.  Then, clear your desk of everything except your i-Pad and download "Europe Geography Jigsaw" from the Europe Geography Resources folder.  We'll spend the first portion of our class reviewing the Europe map.  Finally, those of you who were unable to complete part I of the "Heritage of Europe" activity will use the Chromebooks to access the interactive map.  The rest of you will work on "Italian Renaissance."

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - Unit 3 Short Answer Responses due at the beginning of class
• Monday, March 26 - Syrian Civil War Presentation
• Monday, March 26 - HWC Heritage of Europe due (submit Part II for grading by 7:30 am & have Part I ready for class discussion)
• Tuesday, March 27 - Italian Renaissance WS due
• Wednesday, March 28 - "Meanwhile in Europe" close reading & summary due by 7:30 am, Socratic Seminar in class
• Wednesday, April 4 - Europe map quiz

HWC Day 37 - Unit 3 Test

*Reminder:  Quarter 3 ends on Wednesday, March 28.  Be sure all tests and quizzes are completed by the end of PAW on Tuesday, March 27.

Day 2 - PAW 2

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

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desks of everything except a pencil in preparation for your test.  You must complete the objective portion of the test in class but, if you need more time, you may take the short answer questions home and turn them in tomorrow.  As you move through the test, please work strategically.  For the last 10 minutes of class, you'll be allowed to reference your notes on your i-Pad.

Homework Due Dates:

• Tuesday, March 20 - Unit 3 Test
• Wednesday, March 21 - Unit 3 Short Answer Responses due at the beginning of class
• Wednesday, March 21 - Syrian Civil War Presentation
• Thursday, March 22 - HWC Heritage of Europe due (submit Part II for grading by 7:30 am & have Part I ready for class discussion)
• Friday, March 23 - Europe map due in class
• Monday, March 26 - "Meanwhile in Europe" close reading & summary due by 7:30 am, Socratic Seminar in class
• Wednesday, April 4 - Europe map quiz

HWC Day 47 - Industrial Revolution & Contemporary Europe

Day 5 - PAW 5

Objectives:  Consider the social, political, and economic changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution.  Investigate select issues in contemporary Europe.

Task:  Bonjour!  When you arrive to class, please read "Industrial Revolution" in your Europe folder.  As you read, please identify the social, political, and economic factors that led to the development of the Industrial Revolution.  After a brief review, you'll have the opportunity to explore select contemporary issues in Europe.

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - East Asia Map Due
• Wednesday, November 8 - G&D Chapter 11 Reading Quiz
• Thursday, November 9 - PAW 2
• Monday, November 13 - Communism in China Discussion - Complete "Case Study: Communism in China" and read "Mao: Liberator or Oppressor" BEFORE class in preparation for discussion
• Wednesday, November 15 - "Transnationalism" reading quiz
• Thursday, November 16 - Discussion "Reviving Shinto"
• Thursday, November 16 - PAW 2
• Friday, November 17 - "Top 10 Things to Know About Korea" and documentary discussion - post reflection before class
• Monday, November 20 - Unit 5 Multiple Choice & Map (shortened class for 1/2 day)
• Tuesday, November 21 - Unit 5 Short Answer Test (shortened class for 1/2 day)

HWC Day 46 - French Revolution & Industrial Revolution

Day 4 - PAW 4 

Objectives:  Evaluate the impact of the French Revolution.  Consider the social, political, and economic changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution.

Task:  Bonjour!  When you arrive to class, please get out your notes on the French Revolution.  We'll finish up our examination of the event and discuss the impact on global developments.  Then, we'll spend some time analyzing the "Declaration of the Rights of Man & Citizen."

Homework Due Dates:

• TODAY - HWC Quarter 1 Current Events due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, November 7 - East Asia Map Due
• Wednesday, November 8 - G&D Chapter 11 Reading Quiz
• Thursday, November 9 - PAW 2
• Monday, November 13 - Communism in China Discussion - Complete "Case Study: Communism in China" and read "Mao: Liberator or Oppressor" BEFORE class in preparation for discussion
• Wednesday, November 15 - "Transnationalism" reading quiz
• Thursday, November 16 - Discussion "Reviving Shinto"
• Thursday, November 16 - PAW 2
• Friday, November 17 - "Top 10 Things to Know About Korea" and documentary discussion - post reflection before class
• Monday, November 20 - Unit 5 Multiple Choice & Map (shortened class for 1/2 day)
• Tuesday, November 21 - Unit 5 Short Answer Test (shortened class for 1/2 day)

HWC Day 45 - French Revolution

Early Dismissal - No PAW

Objectives:   Explore the ways in which the Enlightenment contributed to the French Revolution.  Evaluate the impact of the French Revolution.

Task:  Bonjour!  When you arrive to class, please get out your notes on the French Revolution.  We'll finish up our examination of the event and discuss the impact on global developments.

As you work on your current events assignment, make sure you meet all of the criteria:

• You need 4 news stories from the last 3 months - one story addressing each of the 4 units we’ve studied (Foundations, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East & Central Asia, and Europe)
• At least one of these stories must be from a PRINT magazine in the library.
• At least one of the stories must be an audio or video source from the Internet.
• Any print and non-audio, non-video sources should be attached to the submission PDF with highlighting and notes.
• Current events citations, summaries, and connections MUST be posted to our class blog.

Homework Due Dates:

• ASAP - AFMP Reflection (LAST CHANCE! - Anything not submitted this weekend will become a zero in PowerSchool.)
• TODAY - Absolutism & Enlightenment Crossword due
• Monday, November 6 - HWC Quarter 1 Current Events due by 3:00 pm
• Tuesday, November 7 - East Asia Map Due
• Wednesday, November 8 - G&D Chapter 11 Reading Quiz
• Monday, November 13 - Communism in China Discussion - Complete "Case Study: Communism in China" and read "Mao: Liberator or Oppressor" BEFORE class in preparation for discussion
• Wednesday, November 15 - "Transnationalism" reading quiz
• Thursday, November 16 - Discussion "Reviving Shinto"
• Friday, November 17 - "Top 10 Things to Know About Korea" and documentary discussion - post reflection before class
• Monday, November 20 - Unit 5 Multiple Choice & Map (shortened class for 1/2 day)
• Tuesday, November 21 - Unit 5 Short Answer Test (shortened class for 1/2 day)

HWC Day 44 - Enlightenment and Absolutism

Day 3 - PAW 3

Objectives:   Identify the unique contributions of select individuals from the Scientific Revolution. Explore the ways in which the Enlightenment contributed to the French Revolution.

Task:  Bonjour!  When you arrive to class, please get out your crossword puzzle and spend the first few minutes working on your task.  After a brief review of the Enlightenment and Absolutism, we'll begin our examination of the French Revolutionary period  by listening to and analyzing the lyrics of "La Marseillaise."

As you work on your current events assignment, make sure you meet all of the criteria:

• You need 4 news stories from the last 3 months - one story addressing each of the 4 units we’ve studied (Foundations, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East & Central Asia, and Europe)
• At least one of these stories must be from a PRINT magazine in the library.
• At least one of the stories must be an audio or video source from the Internet.
• Any print and non-audio, non-video sources should be attached to the submission PDF with highlighting and notes.
• Current events citations, summaries, and connections MUST be posted to our class blog.

Homework Due Dates:

• ASAP - AFMP Reflection
• Friday, November 3 - Absolutism & Enlightenment Crossword
• Monday, November 6 - HWC Quarter 1 Current Events due by 3:00 pm

HWC Day 43 - Modernity in Europe

Day 2 - PAW 2

Objectives:   Evaluate the impact of the Columbian Exchange, the Scientific Revolution, and the Italian Renaissance on the development of modernity in Europe.  Identify significant contributions of select individuals of the Enlightenment and the Age of Absolutism.

Task:  Hola!  When you arrive to class, please get out your "Columbian Exchange & the Scientific Revolution" work.  We'll divide up into 4 groups to debrief and review this activity.  Specifically, we'l look at the trends and developments of this era that led to the emergence of modernity.  Finally, we'll spend the last portion of class and PAW completing a crossword puzzle on significant developments of the Enlightenment and Absolutism.

As you work on your current events assignment, make sure you meet all of the criteria:

• You need 4 news stories from the last 3 months - one story addressing each of the 4 units we’ve studied (Foundations, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East & Central Asia, and Europe)
• At least one of these stories must be from a PRINT magazine in the library.
• At least one of the stories must be an audio or video source from the Internet.
• Any print and non-audio, non-video sources should be attached to the submission PDF with highlighting and notes.
• Current events citations, summaries, and connections MUST be posted to our class blog.

Homework Due Dates:

• ASAP - AFMP Reflection
• TODAY - Day 2 PAW
• Monday, November 6 - HWC Quarter 1 Current Events due by 3:00 pm

HWC Day 42 - Finding News About the World

Day 1 - PAW 1

Objectives:   Identify the advantages and problems of using the Internet and social media as news sources.  Utilize a variety of sources to find news stories about the world we've studied.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to the library, please download the PDF in "HWC Quarter 1 Current Events."  You'll spend the first portion of class listening to and participating in a presentation from Mrs. Sams.  Then, you'll have the remainder of class to work on your current events assignment.    As you work, make sure you meet all of the criteria:

• You need 4 news stories from the last 3 months - one story addressing each of the 4 units we’ve studied (Foundations, Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East & Central Asia, and Europe)
• At least one of these stories must be from a PRINT magazine in the library.
• At least one of the stories must be an audio or video source from the Internet.
• Any print and non-audio, non-video sources should be attached to the submission PDF with highlighting and notes.
• Current events citations, summaries, and connections MUST be posted to our class blog.

Homework Due Dates:

• ASAP - AFMP Reflection
• Tuesday, October 31 - Report directly to the library
• Wednesday, November 1 - Day 2 PAW
• Monday, November 6 - HWC Quarter 1 Current Events due by 3:00 pm

HWC Day 41 - Europe Map Quiz

Day 6 - PAW 6

Objectives:   Assess knowledge and understanding of Europe's geography.  Utilize select artworks to identify the changes of the modern era.

Task:  Bonjour!  When you arrive to class, please clear your desks of everything except a pen or pencil.  You'll use the first portion of class to complete the map quiz.  Then, you'll work with a partner to analyze and compare two pieces of art.

Homework Due Dates:

• ASAP - AFMP Reflection
• TODAY - "Meanwhile in Europe" Socratic Seminar during class
• TODAY - "Considering the Scientific Revolution & the Columbian Exchange" due in class
• TODAY- Unit 4 Map Quiz (study guide on Schoology)
• TODAY  - Last day to complete any missing tests or quizzes from quarter 1
• Tuesday, October 31 - Report directly to the library
• Wednesday, November 1 - Day 2 PAW

HWC Day 41 - Defining Modernity in Europe

Day 5 - PAW 5

Objectives:   Define the characteristics of Modernity in Europe.  Utilize pieces of art to identify continuity and change between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

Task:  Bonjour!  When you arrive to class, form the desks into a circle in preparation for our discussion.  We'll spend the first portion of class in our Socratic seminar.  Then, you'll work with a partner to analyze artwork from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.  Finally, if there is any time remaining in class, you'll have time to work on the Scientific Revolution & the Columbian Exchange.

Homework Due Dates:

• ASAP - AFMP Reflection
• TODAY - "Meanwhile in Europe" Socratic Seminar during class
• Monday, October 30 - "Considering the Scientific Revolution & the Columbian Exchange" due in class
• Monday, October 30 - Unit 4 Map Quiz (study guide on Schoology)
• Monday, October 30 - Last day to complete any missing tests or quizzes from quarter 1
• Wednesday, November 1 - Day 2 PAW
• Thursday, November 2 - Europe & Middle East content quiz (study guide will be posted to Schoology on or before Friday, October 27)

HWC Day 40 - Transitioning to the Modern Period

Day 4 - PAW 4

Objectives:  Identify the changes during the high and late Middle Ages that led to the emergence of Modern Europe.  Define the characteristics of Modernity in Europe.

Task:  Marhabaan!  When you arrive to class, please grab a whiteboard and marker.  Write down 5 points that you would like to discuss today.  Then, we'll spend the first portion of class comparing the points in CrashCourse "Dark Ages?" and "Prelude to Modern Europe."  Finally, we'll form a discussion circle to review "Meanwhile in Europe."

Homework Due Dates:

• ASAP - AFMP Reflection
• TODAY - "Meanwhile in Europe" close reading & summary due by 7:30 am, Socratic Seminar during class
• Friday, October 27 - "Considering the Scientific Revolution & the Columbian Exchange" due in class
• Monday, October 30 - Unit 4 Map Quiz (study guide on Schoology)
• Monday, October 30 - Last day to complete any missing tests or quizzes from quarter 1
• Wednesday, November 1 - Day 2 PAW
• Thursday, November 2 - Europe & Middle East content quiz (study guide will be posted to Schoology on or before Friday, October 27)

HWC Day 39 - Establish Geo-Historical Context for Studying Europe

Day 3 - PAW 3

Objectives:  Establish a geo-historical foundation for studying Europe as cultural region.  Define the changes during the high and late Middle Ages that led to the emergence of Modern Europe.

Task:  Marhabaan!  When you arrive to class, open your go-historical context notes.  We'll spend the first portion of class establishing a geographic, cultural, and historical basis for studying Europe.  Then, we'll work together to identify the central claim and supporting details from "Prelude to Europe" and compare the arguments to the Crash Course video below.

Homework Due Dates:

• ASAP - AFMP Reflection
• TODAY - HWC Heritage of Europe due (submit Part II for grading by 7:30 am & have Part I ready for class discussion)
• Thursday, October 26 - "Meanwhile in Europe" close reading & summary due by 7:30 am, Socratic Seminar during class
• Friday, October 27 - "Considering the Scientific Revolution & the Columbian Exchange" due in class
• Monday, October 30 - Unit 4 Map Quiz (study guide on Schoology)
• Monday, October 30 - Last day to complete any missing tests or quizzes from quarter 1
• Wednesday, November 1 - Day 2 PAW
• Thursday, November 2 - Europe & Middle East content quiz (study guide will be posted to Schoology on or before Friday, October 27)