Today we shared our East/West Africa visuals. We also did some thesis practice. If absent, just take notes on the reading that you did not do a visual for to get the information.
Homework due Monday: Critically read The Shape of Africa
Upcoming Dates:
2/3: The Shape of Africa critical read
2/4: Africa Map due
2/4: Slavery's lasting effects critical read
2/6: Scramble for Africa reading notes
Friday, January 31, 2020
Thursday, January 30, 2020
1/30/20
Today students had time to work on their East/West Africa visual. Instructions below.
West Africa Reading
East Africa Reading
Upcoming Dates:
1/31: East/West Africa Visual
2/4: Africa Map
Homework due 1/31- Reading Section Display
Ch 11, Sec 2 (West). Ch 11, Sec 3 (East).
Display the important info on one side of 1 page:
1.Chapter Title / Your Cool Title (5 pts)
2.Short (3-4 sentences) summary (5 pts)
3.Key terms defined (5 pts)
4.Important questions completed (5 pts) See below
What technologies did African civilizations have access to? How advanced were they? How did migration and trade affect African history?
What forms of agriculture developed in Africa?
5.Important images with explanations; overall awesomeness (10 pts)
Students will read either the West Africa reading OR the East Africa reading and complete the above one page visual. Images can be hand drawn or printed. Information can also be typed.
West Africa Reading
East Africa Reading
Upcoming Dates:
1/31: East/West Africa Visual
2/4: Africa Map
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
1/28/20-1/29/20
Today introduced our Africa unit and discussed the geography and earliest development of the African continent.
If absent, class notes are below. Please also read Diverse Societies in Africa.
Africa Intro
Africa Map - due Tuesday 2/4. Label each country clearly on the political map. Color map (doesn't need to be different colors for each country but can). Use helpful coloring to label and distinguish the physical features listed below the physical map.
On Thursday you will have work time for your East/West Africa visual. Instructions are below and at the end of the class notes. If absent, you can choose whether you would like to do East or West Africa. Mrs. Santos will have examples in class. To be ready for Thursday, read and take notes on your chosen region.
West Africa Reading
East Africa Reading
Upcoming Dates:
1/31: East/West Africa Visual
2/4: Africa Map
If absent, class notes are below. Please also read Diverse Societies in Africa.
Africa Intro
Africa Map - due Tuesday 2/4. Label each country clearly on the political map. Color map (doesn't need to be different colors for each country but can). Use helpful coloring to label and distinguish the physical features listed below the physical map.
On Thursday you will have work time for your East/West Africa visual. Instructions are below and at the end of the class notes. If absent, you can choose whether you would like to do East or West Africa. Mrs. Santos will have examples in class. To be ready for Thursday, read and take notes on your chosen region.
Homework due 1/31- Reading Section Display
Ch 11, Sec 2 (West). Ch 11, Sec 3 (East).
Display the important info on one side of 1 page:
1.Chapter Title / Your Cool Title (5 pts)
2.Short (3-4 sentences) summary (5 pts)
3.Key terms defined (5 pts)
4.Important questions completed (5 pts) See below
What technologies did African civilizations have access to? How advanced were they? How did migration and trade affect African history?
What forms of agriculture developed in Africa?
5.Important images with explanations; overall awesomeness (10 pts)
Students will read either the West Africa reading OR the East Africa reading and complete the above one page visual. Images can be hand drawn or printed. Information can also be typed.
West Africa Reading
East Africa Reading
Upcoming Dates:
1/31: East/West Africa Visual
2/4: Africa Map
Friday, January 24, 2020
Friday, January 17, 2020
1/17/20
Today we finished foreign policy (see previous ppt. We just finished with NGOs and climate change).
Please study for finals
Finals Study Guide
For the integrated essay, you may bring one 3x5 note card that includes your evidence you plan to use from your chosen civics units and your chosen LA texts. These do not need to be quotes, just specific examples and evidence.
Please study for finals
Finals Study Guide
For the integrated essay, you may bring one 3x5 note card that includes your evidence you plan to use from your chosen civics units and your chosen LA texts. These do not need to be quotes, just specific examples and evidence.
Thursday, January 16, 2020
1/16/20
Today students did their timed write with Mr. Smith.
For tomorrow, please review your UN articles. We will do a short discussion and finish up foreign policy tomorrow.
Finals Study Guide
Upcoming Dates:
1/17: Critically read the UN articles
UN overview (UN website)
Role of the General Assembly (CFR)
UN Explained (New York Times)
For tomorrow, please review your UN articles. We will do a short discussion and finish up foreign policy tomorrow.
Finals Study Guide
Upcoming Dates:
1/17: Critically read the UN articles
UN overview (UN website)
Role of the General Assembly (CFR)
UN Explained (New York Times)
Friday, January 10, 2020
1/10/20
Today students participated in a graded discussion on media and politics. This will go in both gradebooks.
**If absent: Choose 2 of the questions you wrote for the discussion. Prepare a written response for each question using your prep materials and hand in to Mrs. Santos.
Students also turned in: Critically read media articles AND prep sheet (including notes and citations for additional sources, questions, and reflection). This also goes in both gradebooks.
Homework due Monday: Don't forget to critically read the UN articles listed below.
Finals Study Guide
Upcoming Dates:
1/13: Critically read the UN articles
UN overview (UN website)
Role of the General Assembly (CFR)
UN Explained (New York Times)
**If absent: Choose 2 of the questions you wrote for the discussion. Prepare a written response for each question using your prep materials and hand in to Mrs. Santos.
Students also turned in: Critically read media articles AND prep sheet (including notes and citations for additional sources, questions, and reflection). This also goes in both gradebooks.
Homework due Monday: Don't forget to critically read the UN articles listed below.
Finals Study Guide
Upcoming Dates:
1/13: Critically read the UN articles
UN overview (UN website)
Role of the General Assembly (CFR)
UN Explained (New York Times)
Thursday, January 9, 2020
1/9/20
Today 5th period discussed Fake News. Block (periods 6/7) began our foreign policy discussion.
Foreign Policy class notes
Fake News class notes can be found in Wednesday's agenda.
Don't forget to have all your prep work ready to turn in after our discussion tomorrow!
Upcoming Dates:
1/10: Media and Politics graded discussion
1/13: Critically read the UN articles
UN overview (UN website)
Role of the General Assembly (CFR)
UN Explained (New York Times)
Foreign Policy class notes
Fake News class notes can be found in Wednesday's agenda.
Don't forget to have all your prep work ready to turn in after our discussion tomorrow!
Upcoming Dates:
1/10: Media and Politics graded discussion
1/13: Critically read the UN articles
UN overview (UN website)
Role of the General Assembly (CFR)
UN Explained (New York Times)
1/8/20
Today we discussed fake news and the shifting definition of truth in modern politics and media.
Fake News class notes (You do not need to take thorough notes if absent. Just look through and watch some of the videos if you would like. Try to get the general understanding. You can also check with a friend for any notes they had from the discussion).
Note: Friday's graded discussion and prep work will go in both the SS and LA gradebooks. You can use information from today's discussion to guide your prep work as well.
Upcoming Dates:
1/10: Media and Politics graded discussion
1/13: Critically read the UN articles
UN overview (UN website)
Role of the General Assembly (CFR)
UN Explained (New York Times)
Fake News class notes (You do not need to take thorough notes if absent. Just look through and watch some of the videos if you would like. Try to get the general understanding. You can also check with a friend for any notes they had from the discussion).
Note: Friday's graded discussion and prep work will go in both the SS and LA gradebooks. You can use information from today's discussion to guide your prep work as well.
Upcoming Dates:
1/10: Media and Politics graded discussion
1/13: Critically read the UN articles
UN overview (UN website)
Role of the General Assembly (CFR)
UN Explained (New York Times)
Tuesday, January 7, 2020
1/7/20
Today in 5th period we began on our discussion on foreign policy. 6/7 block worked with Mr. Smith on LA content.
Foreign Policy class notes
Upcoming Dates:
1/10: Media and Politics graded discussion
Foreign Policy class notes
Upcoming Dates:
1/10: Media and Politics graded discussion
Monday, January 6, 2020
1/6/20
Welcome Back!
Today students had reading time to prepare for our graded discussion taking place on Thursday. Assignment instructions can be found in today's class notes. Readings are linked below. There are other pieces you are required to find on your own so please read instructions carefully.
Media Graded Discussion prep
Role of Media reading
Global Information War reading
Today students had reading time to prepare for our graded discussion taking place on Thursday. Assignment instructions can be found in today's class notes. Readings are linked below. There are other pieces you are required to find on your own so please read instructions carefully.
Media Graded Discussion prep
Role of Media reading
Global Information War reading
12/20/19
Today we reflected on the outline and project and students had extra time to work with Mr. Smith.
12/19/19
Today students had a work time for their 4-level outline. Please remember to upload to Tii AND bring a hard copy to class.
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