Students,
D/C - today we worked on our research papers, woo, Thursday next week your claims are due.
Due Dates
Topic form
Sources Form
Note Card Form - this looks really messy on Google Docs....imagine the information being laid out on note cards and you'll get the gist of what I'm asking.
Claims form
AP - Today we did a Free-response question breathe easy it was practice. hopefully have them back to you soon.
REMINDERS
binder check - wednesday the 5th
End of the six weeks is Friday!
Friday, October 31, 2014
Thursday, October 30, 2014
October 30th, 2014
Test Today,
Theatre and absences please come by and make it up soon. The six weeks ends next Friday!
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
October 29th, 2014
Students,
Today we presented our Andrew Jackson presidential issues posters. You helped your classmates understand The 2nd National Bank, Indian Removal, Tariff of 1828, the Nullification Crisis of 1832, and finally the scandalous Peggy Eaton!
We also gave out hard copies of the review or you can grab a digital copy here...
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7QnVtRjZUR1JBU1U/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
Test Tomorrow Study!
DC - Note cards due on Friday
AP - Please turn in your homework, that was due on Friday....still a lot of 1's in the gradebook.
Today we presented our Andrew Jackson presidential issues posters. You helped your classmates understand The 2nd National Bank, Indian Removal, Tariff of 1828, the Nullification Crisis of 1832, and finally the scandalous Peggy Eaton!
We also gave out hard copies of the review or you can grab a digital copy here...
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7QnVtRjZUR1JBU1U/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
Test Tomorrow Study!
DC - Note cards due on Friday
AP - Please turn in your homework, that was due on Friday....still a lot of 1's in the gradebook.
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
October 28th, 2014
Students,
Today we researched key issues surrounding Andrew Jackson's presidency. We worked in groups to identify what exactly was going on, and how it was handled by the "common man" president, or King Andrew the first to his enemies. If you were absent today for Snow White, you will need to complete the following alternate assignment
ALTERNATE ASSIGNMENT
Early online access to the Test Review, take advantage of this tool my blog visitors.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7QnVtRjZUR1JBU1U/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
AP Turn in your HW from last week, it is getting later every day.
TEST on Thursday, we will study together Wednesday.
DC your notecards due date has been pushed back to Friday the 31st due to the test.
Today we researched key issues surrounding Andrew Jackson's presidency. We worked in groups to identify what exactly was going on, and how it was handled by the "common man" president, or King Andrew the first to his enemies. If you were absent today for Snow White, you will need to complete the following alternate assignment
ALTERNATE ASSIGNMENT
Early online access to the Test Review, take advantage of this tool my blog visitors.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7QnVtRjZUR1JBU1U/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
AP Turn in your HW from last week, it is getting later every day.
TEST on Thursday, we will study together Wednesday.
DC your notecards due date has been pushed back to Friday the 31st due to the test.
Monday, October 27, 2014
October 27th, 2014
Students,
Today we delved into who exactly Andrew Jackson was. Super neat stuff, I missed our post from Friday I hope you can forgive me. Swing by and talk to me about it if you were not here.
PPT for today - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7YlJVUkVzczJ1LUk/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS
Test on Thursday - October 30th
DC - Note Card assignment pushed back to Friday.
RETEST for unit two still available come by and take it!
Today we delved into who exactly Andrew Jackson was. Super neat stuff, I missed our post from Friday I hope you can forgive me. Swing by and talk to me about it if you were not here.
PPT for today - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7YlJVUkVzczJ1LUk/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS
Test on Thursday - October 30th
DC - Note Card assignment pushed back to Friday.
RETEST for unit two still available come by and take it!
Thursday, October 23, 2014
October 23rd, 2014
DC Students,
Today my we took the next step on our long and tiring road of research paper goodness. Most of you successfully evaluated sources for their validity and began tearing into these individual sources for tidbits that will ultimately become your claims in your research paper.
Documents for research paper
Due Dates
Topic form
Sources Form
Note Card Form - this looks really messy on Google Docs....imagine the information being laid out on note cards and you'll get the gist of what I'm asking.
AP students,
Today we reviewed the early presidents and their accomplishments in an attempt to help you explain how the American political landscape was changing between Washington and Monroe. What were the challenges they were facing, and their defining moments in office.
This helps us create a political narrative that is reflective of the United States as a whole it is quite a bit of fun!
Today my we took the next step on our long and tiring road of research paper goodness. Most of you successfully evaluated sources for their validity and began tearing into these individual sources for tidbits that will ultimately become your claims in your research paper.
Documents for research paper
Due Dates
Topic form
Sources Form
Note Card Form - this looks really messy on Google Docs....imagine the information being laid out on note cards and you'll get the gist of what I'm asking.
AP students,
Today we reviewed the early presidents and their accomplishments in an attempt to help you explain how the American political landscape was changing between Washington and Monroe. What were the challenges they were facing, and their defining moments in office.
This helps us create a political narrative that is reflective of the United States as a whole it is quite a bit of fun!
Reminders:
DC Note Card forms (8 total cards) are due next Thursday October 30th
All Classes you will have a quiz tomorrow!
Be prepared I am aiming on having our test one Wednesday the 29th or Thursday the 30th to give everyone time to prepare for the end of the six weeks!
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
October 22nd, 2014
Students,
Today we delved deeply into the Market revolution and the quickly evolving American economic landscape.
-Destruction of pre-war practices
-newly defined gender roles
-a boom in infrastructure development
-Laying the foundations of sectionalism in the United States.
The above are the highlights and main points to be had from the Market Revolution. this is a major shift in American economic policy and shows us moving forward technologically and socially as we approach the 20th century. below is a link to the PPT for those that were absent.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7SS1XbnphZklKdVk/view?usp=sharing
REMINDER:
Dual Credit - Sources are due tomorrow, despite the fact that apparently every extracurricular decided to have a field day.
All classes- Quiz on what we have discussed so far for Unit 3
Retests are still available - progress reports go in Friday - come in and take your retest.
Today we delved deeply into the Market revolution and the quickly evolving American economic landscape.
-Destruction of pre-war practices
-newly defined gender roles
-a boom in infrastructure development
-Laying the foundations of sectionalism in the United States.
The above are the highlights and main points to be had from the Market Revolution. this is a major shift in American economic policy and shows us moving forward technologically and socially as we approach the 20th century. below is a link to the PPT for those that were absent.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7SS1XbnphZklKdVk/view?usp=sharing
REMINDER:
Dual Credit - Sources are due tomorrow, despite the fact that apparently every extracurricular decided to have a field day.
All classes- Quiz on what we have discussed so far for Unit 3
Retests are still available - progress reports go in Friday - come in and take your retest.
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
October 21st, 2014
Students,
Sorry for the brief update, I'm on my way to the doctor so I can finally throw pride aside and get help for being sick. Here is the power point.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7NjMyWTZMeUhpQVU/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
DC - your 3 sources are due on Thursday! don't forget!
Sorry for the brief update, I'm on my way to the doctor so I can finally throw pride aside and get help for being sick. Here is the power point.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7NjMyWTZMeUhpQVU/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
DC - your 3 sources are due on Thursday! don't forget!
Monday, October 20, 2014
October 20th, 2014
Students,
Today I took a page out of last Units book and found a strategy that you all seemed to find effective as far as remembering the content is concerned. 90% of you answered questions regarding 'The Acts' of Great Britain towards America (Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Intolerable Acts, etc.). I feel like this was due to the fact that we covered this particular bit of information on three separate occasions.
In an attempt to replicate this success I am covering some of the major topics from this Unit (Westward Expansion, Hudson River School, The Marshall Court, Missouri compromise, and the second great awakening) by having you research them as a group. We will be revisiting this content a few more times, so that hopefully when it comes time you can recall this information with little struggle, and even comment and draw your own personal conclusions based on the information.
See below for the G.O. we used if you were gone today.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7RHA2TXpEcXpKUXM/view?usp=sharing
Reminders
Retests are now available for those of you needing to take one, drop by tutorials to take advantage of this opportunity.
DC - Your sources assignment for your research paper check in are due on Thrusday the 23rd
Today I took a page out of last Units book and found a strategy that you all seemed to find effective as far as remembering the content is concerned. 90% of you answered questions regarding 'The Acts' of Great Britain towards America (Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Intolerable Acts, etc.). I feel like this was due to the fact that we covered this particular bit of information on three separate occasions.
In an attempt to replicate this success I am covering some of the major topics from this Unit (Westward Expansion, Hudson River School, The Marshall Court, Missouri compromise, and the second great awakening) by having you research them as a group. We will be revisiting this content a few more times, so that hopefully when it comes time you can recall this information with little struggle, and even comment and draw your own personal conclusions based on the information.
See below for the G.O. we used if you were gone today.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7RHA2TXpEcXpKUXM/view?usp=sharing
Reminders
Retests are now available for those of you needing to take one, drop by tutorials to take advantage of this opportunity.
DC - Your sources assignment for your research paper check in are due on Thrusday the 23rd
Sunday, October 19, 2014
October 19th, 2014 (weekend update)
Students / Parents,
Do not fret about your grades yet...I have been ill and fallen behind on grading I am trying to catch up, I apologize for any inconvenience or discomfort this may have caused you.
Do not fret about your grades yet...I have been ill and fallen behind on grading I am trying to catch up, I apologize for any inconvenience or discomfort this may have caused you.
Friday, October 17, 2014
October 17th, 2014
Students,
Today we examined the war of 1812. We looked at three different types of sources to fill out a complete set of notes. We examined James Madisons 1812 war message to congress in an attempt to identify the reasons we went to war with Britain at all.
We once again relied upon John Green (I still don't have much of a voice) to examine and explore causes and effects of the war of 1812 on America.
and then we turned to Partners and our good friend Alan Brinkley to fill in the missing details of information.
Being able to address an issue from multiple sources is a great way to create a complete picture of whatever you are creating; be it an AP free response question, or a Dual-Credit research paper. looking a varying sources provides a wide exposure to ideas and view points that construct a more complete view of the topic at hand.
Note Graphic Organizer link
Reminders
Retest is now available please come in to tutorials sometime next week to take a stab at it. I will make this announcement in class on Monday as well.
My goal for the unit test is November 3rd.
Today we examined the war of 1812. We looked at three different types of sources to fill out a complete set of notes. We examined James Madisons 1812 war message to congress in an attempt to identify the reasons we went to war with Britain at all.
We once again relied upon John Green (I still don't have much of a voice) to examine and explore causes and effects of the war of 1812 on America.
and then we turned to Partners and our good friend Alan Brinkley to fill in the missing details of information.
Being able to address an issue from multiple sources is a great way to create a complete picture of whatever you are creating; be it an AP free response question, or a Dual-Credit research paper. looking a varying sources provides a wide exposure to ideas and view points that construct a more complete view of the topic at hand.
Note Graphic Organizer link
Reminders
Retest is now available please come in to tutorials sometime next week to take a stab at it. I will make this announcement in class on Monday as well.
My goal for the unit test is November 3rd.
Thursday, October 16, 2014
October 16th, 2014
Students,
Today we had two different activities.
For Dual Credit - We turned in part one of our research paper, and it looks like you all are actually enjoying the assignment. Don't forget that your three sources are due next thursday, one week from today. I hope I still see the enthusiasm 7 weeks from now when are final drafts are just over the horizon.
Documents for research paper
Due Dates
Topic form
Sources Form
For AP - we took a closer look at westward expansion in the US, with a focus today on native relations, achievements, and interactions with americans. long story short they didn't have a very good time.
come to me for a copy of the G.O. filled out, I do not currently have a digital copy.
REMINDERS:
Tomorrow is Friday!
Possible resources for paper.
Today we had two different activities.
For Dual Credit - We turned in part one of our research paper, and it looks like you all are actually enjoying the assignment. Don't forget that your three sources are due next thursday, one week from today. I hope I still see the enthusiasm 7 weeks from now when are final drafts are just over the horizon.
Documents for research paper
Due Dates
Topic form
Sources Form
For AP - we took a closer look at westward expansion in the US, with a focus today on native relations, achievements, and interactions with americans. long story short they didn't have a very good time.
come to me for a copy of the G.O. filled out, I do not currently have a digital copy.
REMINDERS:
Tomorrow is Friday!
Possible resources for paper.
Artcyclopedia
BioMedCentral
Digital History
Library of Congress
FindArticles.com
Infomine
Internet history sourcebooks
Internet public library
Project Gutenberg
Research Guide for students (style guide)
US Government Manual
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
October 15th, 2014
Students,
Today you took your PSAT, how exhausting but ultimately informative once you get your scores back. In my class we reviewed what we talked about with Jefferson yesterday and responded to the questions "Should Jefferson be revered or reviled"? I hope that it was an enjoyable day for all involved. Below is the link to the video we watched.
REMINDERS
Dual Credit - The first check in point for your research paper is due tomorrow.
Today you took your PSAT, how exhausting but ultimately informative once you get your scores back. In my class we reviewed what we talked about with Jefferson yesterday and responded to the questions "Should Jefferson be revered or reviled"? I hope that it was an enjoyable day for all involved. Below is the link to the video we watched.
To make sure it is easy to spot the question, on the blog here it is.
“Should
Jefferson be revered or reviled?”
-Beliefs Vs. Actions
-Policies impact and
reception
-His character?
REMINDERS
Dual Credit - The first check in point for your research paper is due tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
October 14th, 2014
Students,
Today I am sick and don't really feel like going into too much detail about what we did today so I'm just putting up the PPT.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7WW1xTHljVFJyZGs/view?usp=sharing
hopefully I feel better tomorrow.
Today I am sick and don't really feel like going into too much detail about what we did today so I'm just putting up the PPT.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7WW1xTHljVFJyZGs/view?usp=sharing
hopefully I feel better tomorrow.
Monday, October 13, 2014
October 13th, 2014
Students,
Today we talked about our writing. In our AP classes we discussed construction of a thesis. This is something that we have done in the past, but a large majority of you struggled with, hopefully today addressed some of your concerns with writing a thesis for your essays during the AP exam. If your notes were a little lack luster, than click below for a link to the power point that addresses some of the issues when writing a thesis.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7S3BqZnF2UmQ3OHc/view?usp=sharing
Dual Credit on the other hand, started down the arduous road that is your research paper. This will be a tough eight weeks but nothing that you can not handle. I will walk you through the process but you have to do the work, if you don't it will drastically affect your grade!
Remember the pieces of this project have individual due dates click below for the letter and list of dates
Link to due dates
If you are having problems with either of these assignments please come to tutorials so that we can discuss them one and one to get your understanding where it needs to be.
REMINDERS
part 1 - of your Dual Credit research paper is due thursday October 16th. (assignment link)
Wednesday you will be taking the PSAT in the morning. get sleep, and eat breakfast!
Today we talked about our writing. In our AP classes we discussed construction of a thesis. This is something that we have done in the past, but a large majority of you struggled with, hopefully today addressed some of your concerns with writing a thesis for your essays during the AP exam. If your notes were a little lack luster, than click below for a link to the power point that addresses some of the issues when writing a thesis.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7S3BqZnF2UmQ3OHc/view?usp=sharing
Dual Credit on the other hand, started down the arduous road that is your research paper. This will be a tough eight weeks but nothing that you can not handle. I will walk you through the process but you have to do the work, if you don't it will drastically affect your grade!
Remember the pieces of this project have individual due dates click below for the letter and list of dates
Link to due dates
If you are having problems with either of these assignments please come to tutorials so that we can discuss them one and one to get your understanding where it needs to be.
REMINDERS
part 1 - of your Dual Credit research paper is due thursday October 16th. (assignment link)
Wednesday you will be taking the PSAT in the morning. get sleep, and eat breakfast!
Thursday, October 9, 2014
October 9th, 2014
Students,
Today we reflected on the past six weeks. What can you do improve? What goals can you set for yourself to improve? How can I as your teacher help you attain those goals?
I want you to succeed and will do everything in my power to help you, this is a rigorous course that you are expected to take ownership of. When you do, together we will accomplish your goals.
Enjoy your long weekend.
REMINDERS:
Dual credit - brainstorm things / activities that you enjoy doing and try to find ways to tie them into US history. This will be an essential part of your research paper, we will talk more about part one of the paper on Monday.
Today we reflected on the past six weeks. What can you do improve? What goals can you set for yourself to improve? How can I as your teacher help you attain those goals?
I want you to succeed and will do everything in my power to help you, this is a rigorous course that you are expected to take ownership of. When you do, together we will accomplish your goals.
Enjoy your long weekend.
REMINDERS:
Dual credit - brainstorm things / activities that you enjoy doing and try to find ways to tie them into US history. This will be an essential part of your research paper, we will talk more about part one of the paper on Monday.
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
October 7th, 2014
Students,
I must admit I was surprised that we were able to get through the notes in all of my classes! The information given to you today is going to be essential on the test (which is tomorrow). I wont go into too much detail on the presentation but I would look to your review to be sure that you go the necessary information for your test.
Link to the PPT.
REMINDERS
TEST IS TOMORROW!!! - LINK TO REVIEW
I must admit I was surprised that we were able to get through the notes in all of my classes! The information given to you today is going to be essential on the test (which is tomorrow). I wont go into too much detail on the presentation but I would look to your review to be sure that you go the necessary information for your test.
Link to the PPT.
REMINDERS
TEST IS TOMORROW!!! - LINK TO REVIEW
Monday, October 6, 2014
October 6th, 2014
Students,
Today we presented our American Revolution timelines, it was a laid back Monday. But you were exposed to lots of important information. When you looked at the other timelines I hope you noticed that most of your events were the same, with a few exceptions, which I hope highlighted their importance.
You were also assigned homework that will be due Wednesday, prior to your test. It covers information that we have briefly discussed but will be essential to your test. You must delve into the Constitution and the articles of confederation for your answers. I believe that all of you can be familiar with the documents if you apply yourself slightly outside of class.
Articles of Confederation Link
Constitution Link - limit reading to the 10th amendment
Assignment Link
you will need to read the articles and the constitution. Drawing upon what you know of our government and how the debate played out. (power point Friday Oct 3rd) you will identify what the problem of each article of the articles of confederation, then identify the location in the constitution that addresses that issue.
REMINDERS!!
Test is on Wednesday! Link to the study guide
Your above homework is due Wednesday!
Today we presented our American Revolution timelines, it was a laid back Monday. But you were exposed to lots of important information. When you looked at the other timelines I hope you noticed that most of your events were the same, with a few exceptions, which I hope highlighted their importance.
You were also assigned homework that will be due Wednesday, prior to your test. It covers information that we have briefly discussed but will be essential to your test. You must delve into the Constitution and the articles of confederation for your answers. I believe that all of you can be familiar with the documents if you apply yourself slightly outside of class.
Articles of Confederation Link
Constitution Link - limit reading to the 10th amendment
Assignment Link
you will need to read the articles and the constitution. Drawing upon what you know of our government and how the debate played out. (power point Friday Oct 3rd) you will identify what the problem of each article of the articles of confederation, then identify the location in the constitution that addresses that issue.
REMINDERS!!
Test is on Wednesday! Link to the study guide
Your above homework is due Wednesday!
Friday, October 3, 2014
October 3rd, 2014
Grade Day,
I have been getting a massive influx of late work today, I am betting that it is because grades are due. The grades WILL have points deducted and while better than the 1 that is currently in place they WILL negatively impact your grade. lets get work done on time every time, so that we can all avoid the stress that this day brings with it.
That aside, we talked about the weaknesses of the Articles of confederation and the writing of the Constitution during class today. Some classes got further than others, I blame homecoming fever. So if your class did not get through the entire PPT please look below so that you don't fall behind on important issues.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7OTB5NWZFdFo0dnc/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Test for the Revolution Unit will be Wednesday October 8th! reviews should be ready by Monday!
I have been getting a massive influx of late work today, I am betting that it is because grades are due. The grades WILL have points deducted and while better than the 1 that is currently in place they WILL negatively impact your grade. lets get work done on time every time, so that we can all avoid the stress that this day brings with it.
That aside, we talked about the weaknesses of the Articles of confederation and the writing of the Constitution during class today. Some classes got further than others, I blame homecoming fever. So if your class did not get through the entire PPT please look below so that you don't fall behind on important issues.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7OTB5NWZFdFo0dnc/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Test for the Revolution Unit will be Wednesday October 8th! reviews should be ready by Monday!
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
October 1st / 2nd, 2014
Students,
Today we started a mini-research project in class. We are creating a timeline of the American Revolution, examining major events that shaped the outcome of the conflict and the players that influenced its path. This is created entirely from information that you find while researching the American Revolution; what do you think is important? what do you think are key points within the conflict for our independence?
These are tough questions but I am interested in your position and your ability to develop an argument from information that you find working with your group. We will be finishing up this assignment tomorrow and if we have time also presenting the finished product. I would like to reiterate the importance of at home research for this assignment as well, doing some leg work for your group at home will significantly improve your experience tomorrow.
REMINDERS:
Notebook check is tomorrow Oct 2nd below is a link to what your table of contents should look like
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bXlXOEtHVHh6RGs/edit?usp=sharing
End of the six weeks is Friday, you have a list of your missing work make sure you get it turned in before then!
Today we started a mini-research project in class. We are creating a timeline of the American Revolution, examining major events that shaped the outcome of the conflict and the players that influenced its path. This is created entirely from information that you find while researching the American Revolution; what do you think is important? what do you think are key points within the conflict for our independence?
These are tough questions but I am interested in your position and your ability to develop an argument from information that you find working with your group. We will be finishing up this assignment tomorrow and if we have time also presenting the finished product. I would like to reiterate the importance of at home research for this assignment as well, doing some leg work for your group at home will significantly improve your experience tomorrow.
REMINDERS:
Notebook check is tomorrow Oct 2nd below is a link to what your table of contents should look like
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bXlXOEtHVHh6RGs/edit?usp=sharing
End of the six weeks is Friday, you have a list of your missing work make sure you get it turned in before then!
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