Economics: Jamie, welcome to our class...
Today we began studying the meaning of economics. We brainstormed the meaning and identified the reasoning behind the meaning. During our discussion we provided many examples and worked on a debriefing handout related to economics the social science. We will continue debriefing tomorrow and will deal with "what is economics?" along with an in class activity. Provided today were CORNELL NOTES due ON MONDAY for text reading chapter 1, sections 1 and 2. More economics tomorrow. Do you know the meaning of economics?
Focus: Today we discussed critical issues and the fact that your next post MUST be a critical issue post in GLOGSTER format. The post will be due next week Friday. Remember, next week is MME week and there are many schedule changes.
World: Today we began the Scientific Revolution, another aspect of Europe's Renaissance. We spent time reflecting on the meaning of where we have come from in the Renaissance along with some of the important concepts. In addition, we utilized a historical context and a preview activity to dive into the topic. Due for Monday, are Cornell Notes and reading, 22.1. We will continue with the Scientific Revolution tomorrow since we have only just begun.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Economics- Focus-World
Economics: We began class with a quick discussion from an Article from The Washington Post: The Economics of Gun Control. http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2012/12/28/the-economics-of-gun-control/
It's an interesting read and one that makes a lot of sense considering your understating of the economic decision making we have learned.
We used whatever time was left to view a few more selected Bowling for Columbine clips. (by the way, today the Colorado legislature is voting to pass new gun legislation. Columbine took place is 1999. It took the the Aurora (movie theater) shooting & Newtown case to finally get the legislature to take action). Go Figure.
Tomorrow we will take the quiz on the economics of voting and the economics of Gun Control. See yesterday's blog post for quiz details. They have been posted twice. Yesterday and again on last Friday.
You may use your hand written notes, the 2nd Amendment reading that your annotated, Remember the ladies and the Iron Jawed Angels material for the quiz. The quiz is 40 points. 10 points objective, 30 points short answer. YOU WILL TURN IN YOUR NOTES USED ON THE QUIZ WHEN YOU TURN YOUR QUIZ IN.
Remember, I will be absent tomorrow. Mrs. Iden will be here to administer the quiz. Be sure to thank her for being here. Have a nice few days off.
Focus: Today we explored Glogster with respect to what you will be doing during your time off. More exploration tomorrow.
World: Today we took the quiz on the Renaissance and Reformation. If you were absent, you will have to make up the quiz after break. Tomorrow in class you will be trying to unlock the mystery of DaVinci's code. I will be absent tomorrow. Mrs. Iden will be here to administer the quiz. Be sure to thank her for being here. Have a nice few days off.
It's an interesting read and one that makes a lot of sense considering your understating of the economic decision making we have learned.
We used whatever time was left to view a few more selected Bowling for Columbine clips. (by the way, today the Colorado legislature is voting to pass new gun legislation. Columbine took place is 1999. It took the the Aurora (movie theater) shooting & Newtown case to finally get the legislature to take action). Go Figure.
Tomorrow we will take the quiz on the economics of voting and the economics of Gun Control. See yesterday's blog post for quiz details. They have been posted twice. Yesterday and again on last Friday.
You may use your hand written notes, the 2nd Amendment reading that your annotated, Remember the ladies and the Iron Jawed Angels material for the quiz. The quiz is 40 points. 10 points objective, 30 points short answer. YOU WILL TURN IN YOUR NOTES USED ON THE QUIZ WHEN YOU TURN YOUR QUIZ IN.
Remember, I will be absent tomorrow. Mrs. Iden will be here to administer the quiz. Be sure to thank her for being here. Have a nice few days off.
Focus: Today we explored Glogster with respect to what you will be doing during your time off. More exploration tomorrow.
World: Today we took the quiz on the Renaissance and Reformation. If you were absent, you will have to make up the quiz after break. Tomorrow in class you will be trying to unlock the mystery of DaVinci's code. I will be absent tomorrow. Mrs. Iden will be here to administer the quiz. Be sure to thank her for being here. Have a nice few days off.
Monday, February 18, 2013
Economics, Seminar, World
Economics: Today we debriefed the the Heller case (2008) www.streetlaw.org/document/207. We identified the trend (first time in 70 years court decided a 2nd Amendment case), and the precedent. I showed a clip of the Michael Moore film, Bowling for Columbine. (See website for handout). We will continue with more clips tomorrow.
In the meanwhile, for Wednesday's quiz: Focus on Voting Rights (19th) Amendment) and Gun Control/Gun Rights and the 2nd Amendment. For Voting Rights zoom in on the following: Vocabulary - rational ignorance, choice, cost, benefit, substitutes; The voting rights process, the 19th Amendment and the year 1920. Iron Jawed Angels and the historical context of the voting rights Amendment for Women. The difference between NWSA (National Women's Suffrage Association) and NWA (National Women's Association). With respect go the 2nd Amendment and Gun Rights/Control - be sure you can explain the meaning and significance of gun rights, gun control & disarmament. Be able to compare and contrast. You should be able to set forth arguments related to gun control and gun rights while identifying where the Obama administration "stands" on the issue. Be sure to refer to the Proposed congressional Actions related to control. I handed it out today and it will be on the website. Finally, think about and be able to relate recent gun issues to the rampant loss of life that has ensured as a result of gun violence.
Seminar: An organizational tool for the capstone was distributed today. More samples were shared and we were in the lab. Graduation forms and $ are due to the office NOW! Check power school. Your attendance or lack thereof will negatively affect your grade.
World: Today we heard from our peers related to their propaganda posters, they were collected. When then debriefed 17.3 & 4 followed by a cafe conversation activity related to the content. We did this as a review of the material for tomorrow's quiz. The quiz will cover the material beginning with the Renaissance through the Reformation. You may bring your Cornell Notes 17.1,2.3.4 and the Art Comparison handout to the quiz. Please bring a #2 pencil.
In the meanwhile, for Wednesday's quiz: Focus on Voting Rights (19th) Amendment) and Gun Control/Gun Rights and the 2nd Amendment. For Voting Rights zoom in on the following: Vocabulary - rational ignorance, choice, cost, benefit, substitutes; The voting rights process, the 19th Amendment and the year 1920. Iron Jawed Angels and the historical context of the voting rights Amendment for Women. The difference between NWSA (National Women's Suffrage Association) and NWA (National Women's Association). With respect go the 2nd Amendment and Gun Rights/Control - be sure you can explain the meaning and significance of gun rights, gun control & disarmament. Be able to compare and contrast. You should be able to set forth arguments related to gun control and gun rights while identifying where the Obama administration "stands" on the issue. Be sure to refer to the Proposed congressional Actions related to control. I handed it out today and it will be on the website. Finally, think about and be able to relate recent gun issues to the rampant loss of life that has ensured as a result of gun violence.
Seminar: An organizational tool for the capstone was distributed today. More samples were shared and we were in the lab. Graduation forms and $ are due to the office NOW! Check power school. Your attendance or lack thereof will negatively affect your grade.
World: Today we heard from our peers related to their propaganda posters, they were collected. When then debriefed 17.3 & 4 followed by a cafe conversation activity related to the content. We did this as a review of the material for tomorrow's quiz. The quiz will cover the material beginning with the Renaissance through the Reformation. You may bring your Cornell Notes 17.1,2.3.4 and the Art Comparison handout to the quiz. Please bring a #2 pencil.
Friday, February 15, 2013
Economics-World
Economics: Today we debriefed the Newtown reading and answered the overarching questions related to control/rights. We also began the Heller Case (2008) www.streetlaw.org/document/207. In class we did an each one teach one activity where each of us received random facts from the class. We spent time teaching the fact to each other in a "speed dating" session. The goal was to share what we learned, but we ran out of time and will have to do that on Monday. For the weekend, please read and annotate the Dist. of Columbia v. Heller (2008) case. The link is above.
For Wednesday's quiz: Focus on Voting Rights (19th) Amendment) and Gun Control/Gun Rights and the 2nd Amendment. For Voting Rights zoom in on the following: Vocabulary - rational ignorance, choice, cost, benefit, substitutes; The voting rights process, the 19th Amendment and the year 1920. Iron Jawed Angels and the historical context of the voting rights Amendment for Women. The difference between NWSA (National Women's Suffrage Association) and NWA (National Women's Association). With respect go the 2nd Amendment and Gun Rights/Control - be sure you can explain the meaning and significance of gun rights, gun control & disarmament. Be able to compare and contrast. You should be able to set forth arguments related to gun control and gun rights while identifying where the Obama administration "stands" on the issue. Be sure to refer to the Proposed congressional Actions related to control. I handed it out today and it will be on the website. Finally, think about and be able to relate recent gun issues to the rampant loss of life that has ensured as a result of gun violence.
World: Today we debriefed the reading on Martin Luther and then viewed informational slides related to Luther and the Reformation. Lots of ideas related to propaganda were disclosed and discussed. For Monday, you are to complete the Political Cartoon Propaganda Poster. More on the Reformation Monday. Reminder: There is a quiz covering the Renaissance and Reformation.
For Wednesday's quiz: Focus on Voting Rights (19th) Amendment) and Gun Control/Gun Rights and the 2nd Amendment. For Voting Rights zoom in on the following: Vocabulary - rational ignorance, choice, cost, benefit, substitutes; The voting rights process, the 19th Amendment and the year 1920. Iron Jawed Angels and the historical context of the voting rights Amendment for Women. The difference between NWSA (National Women's Suffrage Association) and NWA (National Women's Association). With respect go the 2nd Amendment and Gun Rights/Control - be sure you can explain the meaning and significance of gun rights, gun control & disarmament. Be able to compare and contrast. You should be able to set forth arguments related to gun control and gun rights while identifying where the Obama administration "stands" on the issue. Be sure to refer to the Proposed congressional Actions related to control. I handed it out today and it will be on the website. Finally, think about and be able to relate recent gun issues to the rampant loss of life that has ensured as a result of gun violence.
World: Today we debriefed the reading on Martin Luther and then viewed informational slides related to Luther and the Reformation. Lots of ideas related to propaganda were disclosed and discussed. For Monday, you are to complete the Political Cartoon Propaganda Poster. More on the Reformation Monday. Reminder: There is a quiz covering the Renaissance and Reformation.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Economics-Focus-World
Economics: Today we held the fishbowl debate on Gun Rights v. Gun Control. A very heated and passionate debate. We will debrief tomorrow, but I would like you to read the article provided today from the New York Times. You have two questions to respond to. 1) From what you can tell, have opinions changed in New Town since the school shootings? Explain. 2) What have you learned about the challenges of changing gun laws across America? Does Newtown SEEM like a typical town? Here is the article: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/17/nyregion/in-newtown-conn-a-stiff-resistance-to-gun-restrictions.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0
We will continue with the issues tomorrow when we debrief and then experience the Heller, 2008 case.
Reminder: Quiz Wednesday, 2/20 (Voting Rights, Gun Rts/Control)
Focus: 2nd blog post is due today. I will begin reading them on Monday morning. Next week's post will be in the form of a Glogster, and the topic will be how you plan to spend your mid-winter break. Have fun and explore glogster.
World: Today we debriefed the material related to the printing press and began taking a closer look at Martin Luther. I returned the material I collected on women related to the scavenger hunt and the quotes. Remember, when you respond to a prompt, Whether or not women experienced a Renaissance," you need be specific in how you support your claim. Take a stand, provide details and argue in a succinct manner. You will see a similar prompt on Next week's quiz. What is the significance of the Printing Press?
Reminder: Quiz Tuesday, 2/19
We will continue with the issues tomorrow when we debrief and then experience the Heller, 2008 case.
Reminder: Quiz Wednesday, 2/20 (Voting Rights, Gun Rts/Control)
Focus: 2nd blog post is due today. I will begin reading them on Monday morning. Next week's post will be in the form of a Glogster, and the topic will be how you plan to spend your mid-winter break. Have fun and explore glogster.
World: Today we debriefed the material related to the printing press and began taking a closer look at Martin Luther. I returned the material I collected on women related to the scavenger hunt and the quotes. Remember, when you respond to a prompt, Whether or not women experienced a Renaissance," you need be specific in how you support your claim. Take a stand, provide details and argue in a succinct manner. You will see a similar prompt on Next week's quiz. What is the significance of the Printing Press?
Reminder: Quiz Tuesday, 2/19
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Economics-Focus-Seminar-World
Economcics: Today we visited the CNN website and viewed the small 1 minute snippet on the State of The Union Gun Control part of the speech. We discussed the 2nd Amendment, debriefing the Right to Bear Arms reading and then explored our positions related to gun rights and gun control. I provided the Economics of Guns handout (you can find this on the website), we went to the lab and you formulated arguments (while considering the opposite sides position..do this by making inferences). We will have a short fishbowl debate tomorrow in class. Be sure to focus on the trends related to gun rights and control.
Focus: 2nd Blob post is due tomorrow. You received GLOGSTER accounts. Explore. Reflect on the State of the Union.
February 27 is the new CPR day. (If you were on the 11th, your day is NOW 2/27 @ 8:15 in B-102)
World: We finished up our experience with Women in the Renaissance using the scavenger hunt and the quotes. Today we began our study of the Reformation. 17.3&4 were due and credited today. We will use this information during out study of the Reformation so be sure to add necessary information as you learn it. Today we began with the printing press. You received a reading on Martin Luther. Please read and Annotate that reading tonight. Complete the BIG question in the BOX in addition to the reading and annotations. More on the Reformation tomorrow.
Focus: 2nd Blob post is due tomorrow. You received GLOGSTER accounts. Explore. Reflect on the State of the Union.
Seminar: Ms. Newman and Sturt were in today related to your May 31 Graduation, 6 pm. and Honors Convocation, May 29 at 9 am. Last day for 13th Seminar is May 17. If you missed class today, ALL IMPORTANT FORMS HANDED OUT TODAY CAN BE FOUND IN THE MAIN OFFICE.
Deadline to turn in Diploma form is Next Wednesday, 2/20.
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN ACTIONS!
Next Mentoring, Friday March, 1. Mark your calendar
We heard your metaphors and your shared your technology mediums. You should be working on your capstone. If you have not signed up for a date for capstone presentation, you need to do so.
Internship placements are set. If you don't know your internship assignment, see Ms. Maddalena.
If you want to intern at the friendship circle, you need to independently contact them to set up your opportunity.
World: We finished up our experience with Women in the Renaissance using the scavenger hunt and the quotes. Today we began our study of the Reformation. 17.3&4 were due and credited today. We will use this information during out study of the Reformation so be sure to add necessary information as you learn it. Today we began with the printing press. You received a reading on Martin Luther. Please read and Annotate that reading tonight. Complete the BIG question in the BOX in addition to the reading and annotations. More on the Reformation tomorrow.
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Economics-Focus-World
Economics: We held a discussion activity in class related to gun right, gun control and disarmament. You separated yourself into one of the three groups related to your understanding of the content and the 2nd Amendment protections. For this evening you are to find at least five arguments to support your position. Bring the arguments to class so that we can continue to form our positions based on evidence in class.
State of the Union tonight at 9. Try to be an engaged citizen, and watch. Pay close attention to Immigration, Gun Control, and the Budget.
FYI: Quiz I will be Tuesday, February 19.
Focus: 2nd post is due on Thursday. You all have glogster accounts, begin to explore. More on this tomorrow.
World: We continued with whether or not Women in the 16th century experienced a Renaissance. You evaluated quotes and reconstructed the quotes while formulating questions related to the content. We debriefed and related to ZOOM into your understand from the scavenger hunt. Nice work. Due tomorrow are Cornell Notes 17.3 & 4. We will begin the Reformation.
FYI: Quiz I will be Tuesday, February 19.
State of the Union tonight at 9. Try to be an engaged citizen, and watch. Pay close attention to Immigration, Gun Control, and the Budget.
FYI: Quiz I will be Tuesday, February 19.
Focus: 2nd post is due on Thursday. You all have glogster accounts, begin to explore. More on this tomorrow.
World: We continued with whether or not Women in the 16th century experienced a Renaissance. You evaluated quotes and reconstructed the quotes while formulating questions related to the content. We debriefed and related to ZOOM into your understand from the scavenger hunt. Nice work. Due tomorrow are Cornell Notes 17.3 & 4. We will begin the Reformation.
FYI: Quiz I will be Tuesday, February 19.
Monday, February 11, 2013
Economics, Focus, Seminar, World
Economics: Today we finished the Economics of Voting. Be sure in the PENNY scenario that you used the words: CHOICE, RATIONAL IGNORANCE, COSTS AND BENEFITS properly. You could also include the incentives. We are beginning the economics of guns. For tomorrow, read, annotate and complete the questions on the handout provided in class. We will have a class activity tomorrow related to the topic. Quiz I is next Tuesday, February 19.
Focus: We are working on our second post. Today almost all of you received a glogster account. Tomorrow we will explore.
Seminar: Today you received info related to prezi, and viewed another capstone example. You also signed up for a presentation day. For Wednesday, be prepared to tell us your metaphor and what technology medium you will be using.
World: You worked on the Renaissance Women Scavenger Hunt today. Be sure you continue work on ch. 17.3 & 17.4 , the Cornell notes are due on Wednesday. Quiz I is next Tuesday, February 19. Did women experience a Renaissance?
Focus: We are working on our second post. Today almost all of you received a glogster account. Tomorrow we will explore.
Seminar: Today you received info related to prezi, and viewed another capstone example. You also signed up for a presentation day. For Wednesday, be prepared to tell us your metaphor and what technology medium you will be using.
World: You worked on the Renaissance Women Scavenger Hunt today. Be sure you continue work on ch. 17.3 & 17.4 , the Cornell notes are due on Wednesday. Quiz I is next Tuesday, February 19. Did women experience a Renaissance?
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Economics-Focus-World
Economics: Today we began the Economics of voting. We viewed some visuals and worked through the discussion packet but did not finish. We viewed up to visual 2. We will continue in class tomorrow. Should we have a snow day, you have enough information from the introduction and in class activities to complete the PENNY analysis. Please do that for MONDAY.
Focus: Your first blog post is due today. Comments should be made on at least 2 of your classmate's blogs.
World: Today we debriefed Machiavelli and the remainder of the material in Ch. 17.2. Think about WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A RENAISSANCE PERSON. We will continue with the renaissance tomorrow when we will focus on WOMEN in the Renaissance. You received Cornell Notes for 17.3 & 4 today. Those will be due next week WEDNESDAY. Should we have a snow day tomorrow, begin work on that material over the weekend.
Focus: Your first blog post is due today. Comments should be made on at least 2 of your classmate's blogs.
World: Today we debriefed Machiavelli and the remainder of the material in Ch. 17.2. Think about WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A RENAISSANCE PERSON. We will continue with the renaissance tomorrow when we will focus on WOMEN in the Renaissance. You received Cornell Notes for 17.3 & 4 today. Those will be due next week WEDNESDAY. Should we have a snow day tomorrow, begin work on that material over the weekend.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Economics, Focus, World
Economics: Today we finished up Iron Jawed Angels. You are responsible for completing all the film questions including the post viewing questions. We will debrief tomorrow and focus on the economics of voting via an activity.
Focus: Post #1 is due on Thursday. Be prepared to share an update in class tomorrow.
World: Today our focus was on Machiavelli and the Prince. You viewed clips related to the theory behind The Prince . We are just beginning this material and will continue tomorrow. For this evening, complete the 3 questions related to the segments. No homework will be posted to power school until the end of the week.
Focus: Post #1 is due on Thursday. Be prepared to share an update in class tomorrow.
World: Today our focus was on Machiavelli and the Prince. You viewed clips related to the theory behind The Prince . We are just beginning this material and will continue tomorrow. For this evening, complete the 3 questions related to the segments. No homework will be posted to power school until the end of the week.
Monday, February 4, 2013
Economics-Focus-Seminar-World
Economics: Today we continued with Iron Jawed Angels... We will complete the film tomorrow. You should be working on the film questions and the post viewing questions at this time. When we complete the film we will debrief and connect the content to the Economics of Voting.
Focus: Your first blog post is due on Thursday. Continue to find excellent sources so that you are able to formulate a broad perspective on the topic you choose.
Seminar: Capstone was rolled out today. Internships should be finalized this week. Also, you may begin accruing hours.
World: We finished up the PPT on What does Art Reveal and continued with our analysis of art. Dur today for credit was 17.1 & 2. We also debriefed the text content. For homework: Complete the Renaissance Art chart. Use the resources I provided to assemble the information.
Focus: Your first blog post is due on Thursday. Continue to find excellent sources so that you are able to formulate a broad perspective on the topic you choose.
Seminar: Capstone was rolled out today. Internships should be finalized this week. Also, you may begin accruing hours.
World: We finished up the PPT on What does Art Reveal and continued with our analysis of art. Dur today for credit was 17.1 & 2. We also debriefed the text content. For homework: Complete the Renaissance Art chart. Use the resources I provided to assemble the information.
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