Today, we finished journal entry 28. Please ensure that this journal entry is finished by Friday if you missed class today for whatever reason. It is also important that your journals are up to date at all times!
Also, check out the class discussion notes for what we discussed today in class regarding our guiding inquiry question.
We will be continuing our study of the Aztec and Spanish contact tomorrow by delving into a more detailed study of the Aztecs.
Please remember also that this Friday, February 8th, is the deadline for term 2 Litspiration blogs/free reading challenges. Contact Mrs. Waite or Miss Groeller with any concerns ASAP!
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Quiz MONDAY!
On Monday we will be having a quiz on the content covered in the documentary Guns, Germs & Steel, the lecture on the Age of Exploration and the Costs of Imperialism, and worldview.
Resources that you should be referring to for this include: episode one and two viewing guides, documentary notes, lecture notes, class discussion notes, worldview resources.
(All available through Evernote, as always!)
You are permitted to bring in a cheat sheet, as long as it meets the following requirements:
Resources that you should be referring to for this include: episode one and two viewing guides, documentary notes, lecture notes, class discussion notes, worldview resources.
(All available through Evernote, as always!)
You are permitted to bring in a cheat sheet, as long as it meets the following requirements:
- Typed in 12 point Arial font
- Single spaced
- 1/2 Page, one side only! (8.5 by 11 paper!)
- 1.5 cm margins
Monday, January 28, 2013
Test Corrections and Reflection Due Wednesday
The test corrections and reflection are due Wednesday. In order to help us determine what test-taking skills we need to work on, the reflection component will be essential!
Here is the assignment:
1. CORRECT - Find the correct answer in your notes, reading, etc. and indicate that on the test.
2. REFLECT - Think about why you got the answer wrong. Determine how you could avoid this in the future.
Here are the multiple choice questions:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0Bz9UAqoetbUyWGx0Nmh6VlJ5eVE/edit
Here is the assignment:
1. CORRECT - Find the correct answer in your notes, reading, etc. and indicate that on the test.
2. REFLECT - Think about why you got the answer wrong. Determine how you could avoid this in the future.
Here are the multiple choice questions:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0Bz9UAqoetbUyWGx0Nmh6VlJ5eVE/edit
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Documentary
We have been working on viewing and understanding the documentary Guns, Germs & Steel as an entrance point to our study of the Aztec/Spanish conflict. So far, we have finished episode one and and the viewing guide that goes along with episode one, discussing the concepts in class and posting answers as journal entry 26. Notes from this class discussion are available through Evernote as usual!
Today, we started watching episode two of the documentary. Students who have missed class can find the transcript for the documentary on the PBS website and can find the viewing guide in the "documents" section of the Humanities page.
We are continuing to work on "Litspiration" blog assignment. All requirements for term 2 are due February 8.
Today, we started watching episode two of the documentary. Students who have missed class can find the transcript for the documentary on the PBS website and can find the viewing guide in the "documents" section of the Humanities page.
We are continuing to work on "Litspiration" blog assignment. All requirements for term 2 are due February 8.
Monday, January 14, 2013
Peer Review Time Tomorrow
Don't forget to have your first review completely polished for peer reviews tomorrow morning!
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Update!
Tuesday we explored narrative structure and mapped out an exciting episode of The Twilight Zone. Remember to apply this knowledge when writing your book and alternate text reviews!
Wednesday we introduced new content in Humanities, looking at the big ideas of nationalism, citizenship and identity. Remember that these things developed because of the rise of the Italian city-states.
Think about how these three concepts would have changed Renaissance worldview...
*You can access the lecture through Evernote, in the Renaissance note.
Thursday and Friday we will be working on finishing up our study of the Renaissance, before moving on to a new unit next week. There will be quiz on the material covered throughout our study on Monday.
*You can access the study guide through Evernote, in the Renaissance note.
On Tuesday of next week you will be given an opportunity in class to complete peer reviews of your first book review. You must come prepared to share your work and provide meaningful feedback to your classmates.
Wednesday we introduced new content in Humanities, looking at the big ideas of nationalism, citizenship and identity. Remember that these things developed because of the rise of the Italian city-states.
Think about how these three concepts would have changed Renaissance worldview...
*You can access the lecture through Evernote, in the Renaissance note.
Thursday and Friday we will be working on finishing up our study of the Renaissance, before moving on to a new unit next week. There will be quiz on the material covered throughout our study on Monday.
*You can access the study guide through Evernote, in the Renaissance note.
On Tuesday of next week you will be given an opportunity in class to complete peer reviews of your first book review. You must come prepared to share your work and provide meaningful feedback to your classmates.
Monday, January 7, 2013
Welcome 2013!
Hope that everyone had a restful and enjoyable break :)
Reminders for the New Year:
Reminders for the New Year:
- All journal entries should be up-to-date, including entry #23!
- FREE READING CHALLENGE is due Feb. 8th 2013
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