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Happy Halloween!

Civics: Today we finished our discussion of the guided reading related to the Electoral College. I provided credit for 10.4 but we did not have time to go over the material. We will do that on Friday and continue with our coverage of the Electoral College at that time.  Review the material that you have thus far for the electoral college.  We do not meet Thursday, due to the field trip

Focus: Blog post 1 is due tomorrow. We do not meet Thursday, due to the field trip.  You received a GLOGSTER EDU account today.  It's a very cool site to use for presentations and posters. We will use it during our strand.  If you were absent today, please be sure to obtain an account from me.

13th Seminar:  Field Trip Tomorrow, meet in Maddalena's room at 9:00.  Be sure to be on time!  Friday is town hall and mentoring/team building.  You received a handout today on the continuation of the respect activity.  Read it over.  Should time permit please do as the instructions suggest in mentoring.  Remember, you will be voting via mock ballot on Friday.  We will vote for President and on all the Michigan Ballot proposals.  We covered the proposals today in  class.

Please remember to turn in your internship logs when they are completed.

World:  Today you completed the world religions quiz.  Once it's graded, I will post it to Power School.  It should be up the end of the day on Friday.  We did not have time to work on prep for the summit today.  We will have time for more preparations tomorrow during 6th period.  Most likely, we will move the summit to Monday. 

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Civics: today we began covering material related to the electoral college. We discussed some key overview points, viewed a couple polling maps related to historic elections and did a guided reading about the electoral college.  We will finish the reading in class tomorrow. For homework tonight, you are to complete the handout related to Ch. 10.4.  Take your own notes on the text reading and complete the handout related to the content.  This homework is due in class tomorrow.

Quiz II and Glogster grades have been posted on power school, please check you grades in all of your classes.

Focus:  All Blog addresses were provided to me today so you can now access each other's blog via the classroom website on weebly.  You worked on your first post which is due on Thursday. BE SURE TO FOLLOW THE POSTING FORMAT. Many of you are doing your own thing and that does not lend itself to any continuity. See the requested format on the classroom website.

World: Today fate dictated your assigned religion.  We discussed tomorrow's quiz briefly and went to the lab to finish up the briefing statements and to begin the argument maps.  You should be preparing for the World Religion quiz that is scheduled for tomorrow.  If you have time continue work on your argument map, but you will be given time tomorrow and again on Thursday to finish your preparations.  The Fishbowl debate is going to be on Friday.  If you are absent, you will not be able to make up the oral part of the debate; however, the written material will be accepted.

For the Quiz on World Religions:
1. Study both Dr. EASE charts (you can use these)
2. Review PowerPoint's and prereadings on topics
3. Review all materials related to the World religions.
4. Review all materials concerning rise and spread of Islam.
5. Identify with Cornell notes from Islam.

Quiz format is Multiple Choice, Matching and Short Answer.

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Civics: Today you took the civics quiz after the brief glogster presentations.  I will grade the posters via rubric and return the grading rubric to you by the end of the week.  As soon as the quizzes are graded, I will post them. We will also go over the quizzes during class.  No homework tonight.  Tomorrow we begin focusing on the Electoral College while considering the value of the popular vote.

Focus:  25 minute office  hours tomorrow.  Today's speaker ate up all our time.  Accounts on BLOGSPOT should be set up tomorrow, First post due on THURSDAY.  Bring permission slips for field trip. (purple)

13th:  Northern Michigan today.  College essay draft due today.

World: Today we briefly reviewed Islam spread v. expansion.  You received the World Religions activity materials today and were assigned a religious point of view to represent on the issues.  Begin work on your argument map.  We will have class time tomorrow.  The Activity will unfold on FRIDAY.  That's when it is due and you are expected to participate in the activity.

World Religion Quiz on WEDNESDAY.  World Religions (all that have been covered), including rise and spread.  If you tend to need extra time for tests and quizzes, please arrange your ride accordingly, everyone will finish the quiz on Wednesday during class.

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Civics: Today we were in the lab finishing Glogster posters related to the proposals.  Nice job.  The Glogster is due on Monday. We will take a few minutes to review them before the quiz that will cover persuasive techniques used in Ads, Platform issues and the proposals.  Be sure to review materials related to that content for the quiz. You're going to do great!

World:  Today we finished up the guided power point discussion related to spread and expansion of Islam. We focused on questions 8-13. Be sure to consult with the power point to be assured you understand the connections.  If you were absent today, view the ppt and go over the document.  You were give credit for completing the BIG questions on the back of the PPT document. 

You have a quiz over World Religions on Wednesday. Be sure to spend at least 20  minutes reviewing your material on world religions over the weekend.  On Monday, we will begin an activity related to the World Religions so that you can apply what you have learned to some real life questions.

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Reminder: Mrs. Iden will guest teach for me tomorrow. Please afford her the utmost respect. No cell phones or food in the classroom.

Civics: Today we finally finished debriefing the platform issues.  We even had a few minute to look at the 5 key points from the 3rd presidential debate.  BIG Q; What is America's role in the world?  Isolationist, Peacemaker, Both?  Take a stand and explain your position using convincing evidence. 

Tonight you are to work on obtaining information related to your assigned proposal. You were give a chart like handout in class today to help you assemble information.  You will use this information to create you very own GLOGSTER poster.  You will work individually to create a glogster on your assigned proposal.  Follow the general guidelines on the glogster handout.  You all have accounts and know how to sign in.  You will go to the lab after attendance to formulate your glog. You glog is part of your quiz, so do a GREAT job on it.  Again, you are working individually.

Quiz on Friday. See Last Friday's post for insight into the quiz.

Focus: Today you had 55 minute office hours.  Be sure you are using the time wisely.  Those of you who are struggling in classes need to be sure to go for help.  We went to the lab today to work on setting up your very own blog page. Some finished most did not. You will continue that tomorrow, and begin looking for a critical issue to blog about.  You should be sure to find at least three sources on an issue before you decide to blog.  Your first blog post in proper format will be due on Thursday.  You will have time during focus to work on the post.

World: Today we took Islam one step further. I showed a short information ppt (posted on website).  Use the information to navigate the Cornell notes due tomorrow and for assignments in the future. In class tomorrow you will dive deeper into the expansion of Islam. You will do an activity with a partner and have to utilize the text (copies in classroom).  Be prepared to hand in your Cornell Notes and tomorrow's classwork to Mrs. Iden.

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Civics: Today we addressed unfinished business related to the platform issues. Little more to go... Reminder, QUIZ on Friday.  See last Friday's blog for insight about the content being covered.
Be sure you have your intro information related to the assigned proposal.  We will begin our glogster tomorrow.  Be sure to review your material from Ch.9 and the material related to platform issues.

Tonight is the 3rd and final presidential debate: Foreign Policy.  Big Question: What's America's role in the world?

Focus: Strand shift today. Welcome to my new strand students.  Blogging begins tomorrow. Office hours first 25 minutes of class.

13th Sem: More mentoring training today.  Almost finished. Be sure you complete intern logs as you attend.  Turn intern logs into teacher whom you are assigned for credit.  If you do not have the portfolio handout, please obtain one from the classroom asap.  We will begin work on that assignment Wednesday.   Early release on Friday. 

World: Today we began the study of Islam.  You were given a handout for Cornell notes on the rise and expansion of Islam. DUE WEDNESDAY!  You were also given handouts related to supporting material for your study of Islam. All handout can be picked up in the classroom.  More on the rise of Islam tomorrow.

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Civics: Today we assigned glogster accounts so we will be ready to begin work on our glogsters related to the Michigan Ballot proposals.  We also had a little time to view a highlight of the 2nd presidential debate. A main talking point was equality for women in the work place.  We pointed out that this topic is critical because the women's vote in the election will be very significant.  In addition, the discussion targeted women are are undecided voters. The candidates position on that issue alone could be a game changer.

Over the weekend, get caught up.  Finish watching and identifying the issues from the first debate. Grab a parent or elder to sit with you to watch and help you decipher the meaning of the content.

Next week (either Thursday or Friday), there will be a quiz that covers the persuasive ad techniques in chapter 9, the activity we did with Mr. Stockdill, and the platform issues discussed in debates.  On Monday, the final presidential debate is being held. The topic is foreign policy.

Many of you did not bring your 3x5 card related to your assigned proposal.  Look up that information so you are prepared on Monday.  When considering the proposal assigned to you, THINK!  Do you know the difference between referendum and constitutional amendment? Do you know and understand the details about the proposal. Ask questions, dig for answer.

Focus: Today was our last focus strand together.  Monday you will see me for the base check in, then head to Mrs. R. Vinter for personal leadership.  Thanks for an enlightening 6 weeks.  Again, I appreciate the feedback you provided yesterday.

13th Sem: Today was mentoring and town hall.  We only began debriefing the mentoring activity.  More on respect next time.  Class on Monday. Remember, attendance is mandatory.

World: Today we debriefed the video segment using the significant vocabulary and the factors that caused religion to spread chart related to Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam..  We also discussed the segment debriefing questions.

Over the weekend for HOMEWORK:  Complete part III, the Missionaries reading and complete six questions that connect the reading.  You should also take the time to review the material on religion.  particularly the rise of religion and now the spread.  Dive into the tenants about the religions we have covered (still have to cover Islam to some extent), and review the rise of empire.

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Today we viewed the commercials. A good effort... It appears that you are beginning to grasp the issues. Keep your eyes and ears open because you are gaining very good information. We spent a little time debriefing the news assignment related to debate #2. I collected that assignment. You were give a number (1-6) and a note card. This evening, you are to go on the Internet a identify your proposal. (list the proposal, explain the meaning of the proposal). In class tomorrow, you will introduce the class to your proposal. Next up is a glogster for the proposals.
Focus: Final blog post and evaluation. Thank for a neat 6 weeks and for the input related to changes for the next 6 weeks. Meet in the classroom tomorrow for attendance, then a program in the Smith, followed by classroom mentoring.

World: Today we debriefed I, II of the spread of religion material. You also viewed a 30 minute segment on religion from Bridging World History. The segment applies to part A,B,C of the handout. Please complete for homework. The handout was posted on the website earlier in the week.  The Spread of Religion from Bridging World History can be found here: http://www.learner.org/vod/vod_window.html?pid=2150

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Civics: Today we continued with the commercials. We will wrap those up tomorrow, view the commercials and debrief the homework related to your evaluation of news from last night's (2nd debate). After that, we discuss the remaining issues from debate 1 so that we can more on to the proposals. Be sure you are using your time to educate yourself on the issues by listening, reading and paying attention to the media. Use the skills and methods you know to help with your understanding.

Focus: The Franklin post should be completed and you can work on one final post. Tomorrow is the final day of the Critical Issues Strand. Be sure to comment on your peer posts.

13th Seminar: Today we did a lot of housekeeping related to college applications, internships, and this week's team building. (Meet in your focus classroom on Friday, 11:00) We will go to the Smith for a presentation from our Asst. Superintendent, and then return to our classrooms for mentoring. Be sure to apply your newly learned mentoring skills.

World: Today we wrapped up rise of religion and began to set the stage for spread of religion. We debriefed DR. EASE for Christianity. You received a handout (posted on website) and we again viewed the 90 sec spread of religion from (Maps of War). If you need to view the spread again, Google maps of war and or go the website for the link. It was linked last week. For this evening, complete parts I and II on the handout. Remember that there is a back with six questions for you to respond to related to the maps. You will receive credit for this tomorrow.

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Civics: Today you used class time to complete your commercials. We're almost there. We will try to deal with IMOVIE today so that we can put everything together tomorrow. If you have time, watch the 2nd presidential debate this evening beginning 9:00 p.m. The topic is foreign policy and the format is town hall. (The audience asks questions)

Focus: You are working on your final blog post this week related villages and the Franklin Cider Mill. Photos are posted on my website. We move to the Rosenthal (personal leadership) strand next Monday. Mentoring and town hall take place on Friday.

World: Today you received credit for the proverbs and we finished up the proverbs. Following that, we recapped the rise of religion. Review your list for rise. We also zoomed out to reconsider rise of empire. What did that happen anyway? There was a debriefing discussion of Christianity (DR EASE Chart). I still have your DR. Ease charts for Confucianism and Daoism. We are about to move to SPREAD OF RELIGION. For this evening, complete short handout related to world religion. I will post the handout to the website.

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Civics: Today you worked on storyboards for your commercial. We will begin making your commercials in class tomorrow. This evening try to catch the 2nd debate if you have time. More important, please finish viewing the first presidential debate on your own. We are just running out of time. We will debrief the issues together in class. Be sure to adhere to your schedule for the commercial. Come to class prepared and read to go.

Focus: Today was the fieldtrip to the Franklin Cider Mill. We learned a little history about the village and ventured out to have a look at this contemporary village. I took some photos. I wil link them to the website for use in this week's blog. Our STRAND Rotation this week is to Mrs. Maddalena.

There you will focus on community. You will be missed. More information in class on the rotation will follow.

World: Today we finally debriefed the "hard" philosophy questions and began work on the proverbs. Great discussion! I Loved the participation! We will finish up the proverbs and I will provide credit tomorrow. We are almost ready to move to the next phase of this material. Be sure to review the DR. Ease analysis you have done (I know I have Confucianism and Daoism). We will continue tomorrow.

13th Seminar: Today we discussed college fair opportunities and scholarships that are out there for you to access. Some of you need to get going with your applications. Today we covered material related to mentoring and will continue to do so until we are finished. On Wednesday, in addition to mentoring information, you will be provided with your portfolio requirements. Those of you who are on time and consistent, great job!

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Civics: Today we continued with the campaign analysis activity. Use the tools and knowledge that you have gained for your campaign commercial assignment which you will begin to work on tomorrow during class. You received the assignment today.

On Friday: DO NOT MEET IN THE CLASSROM!

1. you will check in with Mrs. Lane in the office for attendance.

2. GO TO THE ASC with your ID to use the LAB to research for your campaign commercial. You are working in the same (a,b,c,d) groups you did during the campaign activity from this week.

3. Groups:

Julia and Jamiyah (Julia will be absent, please communicate with each other)/Obama.

Lisa, Kayla, Shanelle/Obama

Divora, Hannah, Royniqua/Romney

Tyreese, Haley, Jmesha/Romney

4. Work in the ASC. Your focus is on I, II and III to some extent. I have posted the assignment on the website just in case you have misplaced it.

I will give you credit for today's ad's on Monday. Be sure you follow the schedule attached to the assignment and come prepared to class on Monday.

Homework: Tonight, finish watching the presidential debate (first one) and complete the issue analysis chart we began in class. Do the best you can with the issues. You will need this information as you begin to formulate your commercial. The link is below.

http://www.2012presidentialelectionnews.com/2012/10/video-watch-the-first-presidential-debate-from-the-university-of-denver/

Focus: Blog post 3 was due today. Also, you should have 3 or more comments. Permission slips from remaining two students are due NOW! Franklin Cider mill on MONDAY. Think sunny warm day! Bring $$ is you want to buy goodies.

World: FRIDAY's CLASS MEET IN B-108 (MADALENNA'S ROOM)

In class we started with a pair share related to Judaism and Christianity for the Dr.Ease Chart. That was followed by a philosophy discussion. To wrap up, we viewed a short clip on Judaism from Briding World History.

Due Tomorrow: Make and complete your very own DR EASE chart related Confucianism (text pages, 104-109, 203-204, 294-296) and Daoism (text pages 105-106, 326).

 

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Civics: Today we had a guest who introduced methods for evaluating campaign ad's. We will continue this lesson tomorrow. For this evening, spend some time reflecting on your task for today.  Locate one campaign ad (your were assiged either Obama or Romney in class), one PROPOSAL Ad. (there are 6), OR a Congressional Ad. Bring the website address with you to class tomorrow. We will use them in class tomorrow.  Practice what  you are learning... This is very cool!

Focus: Blog post #3 is due tomorrow. If you are finished, be prepared to comment on your peer posts.  If you've already done that as well, begin the preliminary steps for your final blog post that will happen next week.

PERMISSION SLIPS ARE DUE NOW FOR THE FIELD TRIP

13th Seminar:  WSU was here today.  Should you need information see either myself, Maddalena or Sturt for info. Internship forms were distributed today. You will need them to log the time you put in for your intership.  Early release on Friday.  Monday meet in the classroom, F-204.

World: Today we dug deeper into religion.  Mainly Hinduism.  Go back through your religion chart.  refine your material.  Utilize the information provided in the clip and philosophy assignment.  We will continue with this tomorrow.  We will also deal with the hard questions related to philosophy.  Reread and review this evening.  The link for the clip you viewed from Bridging World History is on the website:  http://www.learner.org/courses/worldhistory/unit_video_5-3.html?pop=yes&pid=2148.

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Civics: Today we covered material related to persuasive techniques used by the media. Be sure you pay attention to the key vocaulary covered that is set forth in ch. 9. page 170-71. You should be able to apply the techniques in a variety of mediums. Think about the BIG questions related to the topic. Do you know THE WHY behind the material? Tomorrow we will zero in on Campaign ads. 

Focus:  The 3rd blog post is due on Thursday. Permission slip to the cider mill are due NOW.  For those of you driving yourself, be sure to have all requirements when you turn in your slip. 

World: Today we finished the PPT on religion (posted). We went over the first quiz and you began a handout related to philosophy.  Due tomorrow is the DR EASE religion chart.  It's worth 10 points.  Please come prepared to class with your chart and with today's handout completed.

13th Seminar:  J292 for the WSU meeting.  Those going to the costic for introduction, dress appropriately and be prompt.  Both Maddelena and I will be driving you over.

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Civics: Today we clarified the issues from the debate (only 3).  We will slowly cover the remaining issues next week.  You shared with me your responses from the OpEd reading and we deciphered the polls related to the debate and other polling issues.  Over the weekend please complete the viewing the Keynote Speech by Bill Clinton (on line) as well as the democratic issue chart. Also, be sure your OpEd questions are finished.  Review the material on media and publicity in chapter 9; we will zoom in on the campaign even more next week.

Focus: Today's mentoring activity will take place next time... Be sure blog post is completed as well as 3 comments on peer posts.  Permission slip for field trip is due ASAP.  Monday would be great!

World:  Today we began studying Religion in the context of Empire.  Why here why now?  You received a DR. EASE analysis chart for religion, a supplemental reading and reading in the text to help you navigate the content and complete the chart.  The completed chart is DUE on TUESDAY, 10-9.  Tests will be graded and posted today and/or over the weekend.  Be sure to check power school.

13th Sem:  Keep today's mentoring activity for next time.  Internships should begin next week.  Carry yourselves professionally and responsibly.  Be certain to review the October calendar.  LTU is here on Monday, J292.

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Civics: Today you completed a quiz on the material related to citizenship, public policy, interest groups and the media.  As you reflect on how well you did on the quiz, be sure to consider what you did to prepare for the assessment.  Are you satisfied with how you felt taking the quiz?  Would you do anything different to prepare?  Did you use your Cornell notes at all during the quiz as a reference?  Remember, you need to apply what you are learning related to content.  I will return the quizzes tomorrow.

Focus:  Blog post #2 was completed today.  (Immigration). Take the time to read your classmates posts.  We will have a discussion related to the posts tomorrow in class.  Be sure you can make reference to your peer posts.

We are going to the Franklin Cider Mill on Monday, October 15 during Focus.  If you plan to drive yourself, you need to complete the appropriate driving form to do so.  I will have the form to you as soon as I receive it from the office. 

Your next post should related to area villages... do some research about villages in Wayne and Oakland County.

World History: Today we debriefed Han and did a comparison related to empire: Rome and Han.  You have a quiz tomorrow. (you've known about this for a week), Foragers to Empire.  You may use your Cornell Notes.  Bring a #2 pencil.  The quiz is Objective and short answer.. throughout the quiz, you will be required to APPLY the concepts we have covered.   We will begin studying Religion of the early civilizations on Friday.
*see the website for an informative assessment download that you can use to prepare for the quiz tomorrow.


13th Seminar:  Career Cruising today in the ASC.  Cruising is required for graduation.  If you missed, you need to make this up as soon as possible.  See Mrs. Sturt. 

The mentoring activity for Friday was distributed . Due to the agenda, you may or may not complete this activity.  Go with the flow.  You are required to be at town hall and mentoring on Friday. Focus class begins at 11:00.  BE ON TIME!

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Civics:  Today we discussed concepts related to Media.  Be sure to focus on political socialization, public opinion, opinion poll, and mass media from ch. 9.  Test tomorrow which will cover text 7-9.  You are able to bring your "Cornell notes" into the test.  Bring a #2 pencil. The test is objective and short answer.

We began watching the Democratic Key note (Clinton) as well. We viewed 15 minutes.  More to come. Reminder, the 1st presidential debate is tomorrow night at 9. Issues related to domestic policy.

Focus: You received POWERSCHOOL info today.  Initiate your parents to the program. Bring your signed form back to me tomorrow.  We will continue with the blog post related to immigration.

World:  You received credit for Rome today and we debriefed what it takes to be an empire...using the content from Rome. I also showed you some clips related to Rome.  For tomorrow, you are to read and complete Cornell notes for Han (200-207), this material was assigned on Monday.  Tomorrow in class, we will do a comparison related to empire. (Han and Rome).  Your first quiz on the material is on Thursday. (objective, short answer. Bring a #2 pencil)

Seminar:  Meet in the classroom for attendance, we then head to the ASC for career cruising, a requirement for graduation.  Internships will be distributed tomorrow.

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Civics:  Today we finished up debriefing the issues and viewed a short segment from the GOP keynote.  You were able to add to your issue chart as a result of the speech. At this time, the waters should be less murky related to the GOP platform issues.  Tomorrow we will explore the Democratic stance on the issues.  All this in preparation for the 1st presidential debate that will be held on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at 9-10:30.  The Platform = Domestic policy.

Due tomorrow is ONE CURRENT POLITICAL MESSAGE related to the presidential election.

Focus:  Today we learned about an update related to Sin Pais http://www.pbs.org/pov/sinpais/.  You are to research current US immigration policy and integrate your understanding in a blog post that represents your understanding of the short documentary while weaving your viewpoint throughout.  Be thoughtful and thorough.  Consider the emotions you felt while viewing the film.  How significant is the issue of immigration?  If you were standing in those shoes, would your reaction have been the same, different?  Identify your views related to the US immigration policy.

13th Seminar:  Today we discussed the week's events, the sign ups for on site admits from UM-Dearborn and LTU.  We also began discussions/presentation on mentoring.  Your next mentoring is on Friday to be held in your assigned focus classroom beginning at 11:00-11:30.  Mentoring will be followed by TOWN HALL in the Smith.

Internship assignments will be given on Wednesday in class. Meet in F-204 on time.

World: Today we recapped our introduction from Friday related to Empire.  We read in class together What is an Empire and we viewed 6 quick slides for background related to the Roman Empire.  Finally, we took time to turn and talk with a peer related to the questions on the back of the empire reading.  The slides, Cornell note documents and readings have been posted on the website.

Due tomorrow: Cornell Notes for Rome.  Due Wednesday, Cornell Notes Han.  Thursday, Quiz I