Seventh
Eighth
Finals
Reminders:
STAR WARS!!!! AHHHHHH
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Friday, December 11, 2015
December 11th, 14th, 15th, 2015
Students,
Today we started reviewing for your Mid-term exam focusing on our first six weeks of material. Here are the reviews...see you Monday.
Unit 1 review Link
Unit 2 Review Link
Unit 3 Review Link
Unit 4 Review Link
Today we started reviewing for your Mid-term exam focusing on our first six weeks of material. Here are the reviews...see you Monday.
Unit 1 review Link
Unit 2 Review Link
Unit 3 Review Link
Unit 4 Review Link
Thursday, December 10, 2015
December 10th, 2015
Students,
BINDER TEST!!!!!!!!!
and we started review and looked back on the Louisiana Literacy test.
BINDER TEST!!!!!!!!!
and we started review and looked back on the Louisiana Literacy test.
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
December 9th, 2015
Students,
Today we finished up our mini-presentations where possible, but when not possible we shifted gears to the life of African Americans in the South, In particular the hurdles between them and exercising their 15th amendment right to vote.
Copy of the test to give your parents...muahahahaha
Answer Document for the literacy Test
REMINDERS:
Binder Test Tomorrow: maybe finish up presentations.
Today we finished up our mini-presentations where possible, but when not possible we shifted gears to the life of African Americans in the South, In particular the hurdles between them and exercising their 15th amendment right to vote.
Copy of the test to give your parents...muahahahaha
Answer Document for the literacy Test
REMINDERS:
Binder Test Tomorrow: maybe finish up presentations.
Monday, December 7, 2015
December 7th - 8th, 2015
Students,
Today I decided I was being lazy, and that this teaching thing is exhausting. So you all being such good students decided that you were going to design a mini-lesson to teach your peers tomorrow. We broke into groups and each of you were given a piece of legislation that was passed during the Civil War that has an impact on American History that reaches into the next semester. See the below link for any missing information that you need.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7UThJc2JLTDZNRms/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
IF you were out on Friday, you missed a test (nineteen of you still need to test) come do so
Retests are available.
Binder Test is on Thursday
Today I decided I was being lazy, and that this teaching thing is exhausting. So you all being such good students decided that you were going to design a mini-lesson to teach your peers tomorrow. We broke into groups and each of you were given a piece of legislation that was passed during the Civil War that has an impact on American History that reaches into the next semester. See the below link for any missing information that you need.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7UThJc2JLTDZNRms/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
IF you were out on Friday, you missed a test (nineteen of you still need to test) come do so
Retests are available.
Binder Test is on Thursday
Friday, December 4, 2015
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
December 2nd - 3rd, 2015
Students,
As we approach the end of the semester we begin to tie up lose ends of our content. Over the course of these two days we will tackle the concept of Reconstruction in the South. And answer the question how can we reincorporate these rebellious states back into the Union in the most peaceful way possible? Please see the PPT below if you will be absent.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bE42TzdneVhaMG8/view?usp=sharing
As we approach the end of the semester we begin to tie up lose ends of our content. Over the course of these two days we will tackle the concept of Reconstruction in the South. And answer the question how can we reincorporate these rebellious states back into the Union in the most peaceful way possible? Please see the PPT below if you will be absent.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bE42TzdneVhaMG8/view?usp=sharing
In addition...In your notes write the
question and devise a strategy for reincorporating the rebellious South into
the Union while implementing abolition of slavery and addressing those that
orchestrated the secession of Southern
States.
Reminders:
Civil War / Reconstruction test is on Friday December 4th: Review link
Final Research paper due for Dual Credit on December 7th.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
December 1st, 2015
Students,
Today we created top ten rankings list of major civil war events. They are in no particular order...
Today we created top ten rankings list of major civil war events. They are in no particular order...
•1st Battle of Bull
Run
•Battle of Antietam
•Battle of Gettysburg
• Siege of Vicksburg
•Capture of Atlanta
•Election of 1864
•Death of Stonewall
Jackson
•Emancipation
Proclamation
•Appomattox court
house
•2nd
Battle of Bull Run
If you were absent create your own top ten list and be prepared to talk me through your choices orally or in writing.
Reminders:
Civil War / Reconstruction test is on Friday December 4th: Review link
Final Research paper due for Dual Credit on December 7th.
November 30th, 2015
Students,
Today we watched America the story of us: Civil War. In an attempt to refresh your knowledge of the Civil War from prior to the break.
Dual Credit: we peer reviewed our classmates rough drafts, in an attempt to provide some feed back prior to the final papers being due on December 7th.
REMINDERS
Civil War Test Friday December 4th: Review link
DC: Final papers due December 7th.
Today we watched America the story of us: Civil War. In an attempt to refresh your knowledge of the Civil War from prior to the break.
Dual Credit: we peer reviewed our classmates rough drafts, in an attempt to provide some feed back prior to the final papers being due on December 7th.
REMINDERS
Civil War Test Friday December 4th: Review link
DC: Final papers due December 7th.
Friday, November 20, 2015
November 20th, 2015
Students,
Today we examined two letters written by civil war soldiers reflecting on their experiences during the war. Regardless of whether these men fought for the Union or the Confederacy they have a shared experience and this comes out in the letters. To analyze them we used H.I.P.P
H: Historical Context
I: Intended Audience
P: Purpose
P: Point of View
If you were absent you will need to see me in class to get the packet to complete the assignment.
After we examined the letters we took a look at two popular songs during the Civil War (Battle hymn of the Republic for the North, and Dixie Land for the South). Here you got to do some independent analysis and compare these two songs. Trying to pick apart their importance to the different causes and motivations held by each side.
Reminders:
Dual Credit - Your rough drafts are due on the Monday November 30th!
Today we examined two letters written by civil war soldiers reflecting on their experiences during the war. Regardless of whether these men fought for the Union or the Confederacy they have a shared experience and this comes out in the letters. To analyze them we used H.I.P.P
H: Historical Context
I: Intended Audience
P: Purpose
P: Point of View
If you were absent you will need to see me in class to get the packet to complete the assignment.
After we examined the letters we took a look at two popular songs during the Civil War (Battle hymn of the Republic for the North, and Dixie Land for the South). Here you got to do some independent analysis and compare these two songs. Trying to pick apart their importance to the different causes and motivations held by each side.
Reminders:
Dual Credit - Your rough drafts are due on the Monday November 30th!
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
November 18th & 19th, 2015
Students,
Today we began to examine the Civil war directly. See below for PPT. These notes will take two days.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7UEJXR09rX09ad2M/view?usp=sharing
Today we began to examine the Civil war directly. See below for PPT. These notes will take two days.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7UEJXR09rX09ad2M/view?usp=sharing
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
November 17th, 2015
Students,
Today we looked at the advantages enjoyed by the Union and the Confederacy. We created T-charts in our notes to weigh the pros and cons of each side and explored why these issues even mattered.
Union
manufacturing
population
economy
government
navy / military
Confederacy
Familiar territory
homefront support
military generals
REMINDERS:
Dual Credit your rough draft is due on Monday November 30th ! DO NOT MISS THIS DEADLINE!
Rubric for the essay
Today we looked at the advantages enjoyed by the Union and the Confederacy. We created T-charts in our notes to weigh the pros and cons of each side and explored why these issues even mattered.
Union
manufacturing
population
economy
government
navy / military
Confederacy
Familiar territory
homefront support
military generals
REMINDERS:
Dual Credit your rough draft is due on Monday November 30th ! DO NOT MISS THIS DEADLINE!
Rubric for the essay
Monday, November 16, 2015
November 16th, 2015
Students,
Today we did a round robin gallery walk of all of your fantastic posters that were put together this week. If you were absent, they will remain on the walls and you will need to come get the information from them ASAP!
DC: holy crap your rough draft is due on Monday! those of you that have dropped the ball really need to step up your game this week and get cracking, or you could potentially lose college credit!
RUBRIC for the essay!
Today we did a round robin gallery walk of all of your fantastic posters that were put together this week. If you were absent, they will remain on the walls and you will need to come get the information from them ASAP!
DC: holy crap your rough draft is due on Monday! those of you that have dropped the ball really need to step up your game this week and get cracking, or you could potentially lose college credit!
RUBRIC for the essay!
Thursday, November 12, 2015
November 12th and 13th, 2015
Students,
AP: The remainder of the week we are constructing a domino rally of events that ultimately serve as the spark for civil war in the United States. We are working in groups to construct a more complete picture of these events so that you can the student can discuss these events and understand their context and role in the larger coming conflict.
Project Instructions - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7Yl9OdXNfZGgzajA/view?usp=sharing
Rubric for the project - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7SndkOUFkT2tJY1U/view?usp=sharing
DC: You will be participating in the above activity but in a limited capacity. Instead 11/12 we will be examining the importance and influence of art and laying out the rules for the San Antonio Museum of art in preparation for our trip on the 13th.
Reminders:
DC your claims / outlines are due monday.
AP: The remainder of the week we are constructing a domino rally of events that ultimately serve as the spark for civil war in the United States. We are working in groups to construct a more complete picture of these events so that you can the student can discuss these events and understand their context and role in the larger coming conflict.
Project Instructions - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7Yl9OdXNfZGgzajA/view?usp=sharing
Rubric for the project - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7SndkOUFkT2tJY1U/view?usp=sharing
DC: You will be participating in the above activity but in a limited capacity. Instead 11/12 we will be examining the importance and influence of art and laying out the rules for the San Antonio Museum of art in preparation for our trip on the 13th.
Reminders:
DC your claims / outlines are due monday.
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
November 11th, 2015
students,
Today we continued our journey exploring Antebellum Revivalism and reform, back tracked a bit with the Second Great Awakening and explored its ramifications on social changes as we enter the 19th century.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7M0tqWUQyQ2FocTQ/view?usp=sharing
enjoy!
Today we continued our journey exploring Antebellum Revivalism and reform, back tracked a bit with the Second Great Awakening and explored its ramifications on social changes as we enter the 19th century.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7M0tqWUQyQ2FocTQ/view?usp=sharing
enjoy!
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
November 10th, 2015
students,
Today we delved into Antebellum Revivalism and reform, back tracked a bit with the Second Great Awakening and explored its ramifications on social changes as we enter the 19th century.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7M0tqWUQyQ2FocTQ/view?usp=sharing
enjoy!
Today we delved into Antebellum Revivalism and reform, back tracked a bit with the Second Great Awakening and explored its ramifications on social changes as we enter the 19th century.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7M0tqWUQyQ2FocTQ/view?usp=sharing
enjoy!
Monday, November 9, 2015
November, 6th and 9th, 2015
Students,
Today we worked on a DBQ regarding slavery in the United States. Please see attached documents
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7NzlRdXFhOUNDNUk/view?usp=sharing
Today we worked on a DBQ regarding slavery in the United States. Please see attached documents
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7NzlRdXFhOUNDNUk/view?usp=sharing
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
November 4th, 2015
Students,
Today we began watching the PBS documentary The West: Empire on the Trails this production provides us insight into the reasoning to move West in the new United States. It shows us the struggles encountered by settlers and their often time tense relationships with the Natives.
The beauty of this documentary is that it lets you experience this information through personal accounts of individuals journeys in this newly acquired untamed wilderness. Helping you gain a human perspective on this drastic shift in United States history.
It is unfortunately only available to me in HD because I am an Amazon Prime subscriber, but I will post a low quality link below for those of you that were absent.
Video Link
REMINDERS:
End of the Six Weeks is Friday
Today we began watching the PBS documentary The West: Empire on the Trails this production provides us insight into the reasoning to move West in the new United States. It shows us the struggles encountered by settlers and their often time tense relationships with the Natives.
The beauty of this documentary is that it lets you experience this information through personal accounts of individuals journeys in this newly acquired untamed wilderness. Helping you gain a human perspective on this drastic shift in United States history.
It is unfortunately only available to me in HD because I am an Amazon Prime subscriber, but I will post a low quality link below for those of you that were absent.
Video Link
REMINDERS:
End of the Six Weeks is Friday
Monday, November 2, 2015
November 2nd, 2015
Students,
Today we divided up the class again.
AP: you wrote your long essays (please make sure you get this done ASAP if you were absent) you must make this up in class with me as there was a strict time constraint put in place.
DC: today you turned in your Sources, and began working on your claims.
Today we divided up the class again.
AP: you wrote your long essays (please make sure you get this done ASAP if you were absent) you must make this up in class with me as there was a strict time constraint put in place.
DC: today you turned in your Sources, and began working on your claims.
Claims Link
Possible Sources
Possible Sources
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
Thursday, October 29, 2015
October 29th-30th, 2015
Students,
These next couple of days we will be creating posters that pit Andrew Jackson's presidency against another one of our early presidents.
You will have received a piece of Poster paper which you will fold in half, to create two boxes which you will fill with information regarding Andrew Jackson and the president of your choice. After researching both you will create a miniature report discussing who you think had a greater impact on the office of the President.
PPT Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7YlJVUkVzczJ1LUk/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Binder Check is October 30th - Table of contents link
Test is on November 3rd - Review
These next couple of days we will be creating posters that pit Andrew Jackson's presidency against another one of our early presidents.
You will have received a piece of Poster paper which you will fold in half, to create two boxes which you will fill with information regarding Andrew Jackson and the president of your choice. After researching both you will create a miniature report discussing who you think had a greater impact on the office of the President.
PPT Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7YlJVUkVzczJ1LUk/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Binder Check is October 30th - Table of contents link
Test is on November 3rd - Review
October 28th, 2015
Students,
Today, while I was sick, we did manage to get the last PPT for at least a week. we discussed the Market and Transportation revolutions that changed the direction of America's economic development as we move further into the 19th century. Just to reiterate, in my mind these economic changes and developments in the North while neglecting the South, is one of the most crucial events that leads to the Civil War. See below for PPT.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7SDFrZXh0dU51MTQ/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Binder Check is October 30th - Table of contents link
Test is on November 3rd - Review
Today, while I was sick, we did manage to get the last PPT for at least a week. we discussed the Market and Transportation revolutions that changed the direction of America's economic development as we move further into the 19th century. Just to reiterate, in my mind these economic changes and developments in the North while neglecting the South, is one of the most crucial events that leads to the Civil War. See below for PPT.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7SDFrZXh0dU51MTQ/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Binder Check is October 30th - Table of contents link
Test is on November 3rd - Review
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
October 27th, 2015
Students,
Today we completed a G.O. using our textbooks that takes a closer look at 5 institutions / events in the early 19th century that help to define the time period.
The Marshall Courts
Westward expansion
The Hudson River School
The Missouri Compromise
The 2nd Great Awakening
See below for a copy of the G.O. if you were absent
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7RHA2TXpEcXpKUXM/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Binder Check is October 30th - Table of contents link
Test is on November 3rd - Review
Today we completed a G.O. using our textbooks that takes a closer look at 5 institutions / events in the early 19th century that help to define the time period.
The Marshall Courts
Westward expansion
The Hudson River School
The Missouri Compromise
The 2nd Great Awakening
See below for a copy of the G.O. if you were absent
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7RHA2TXpEcXpKUXM/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Binder Check is October 30th - Table of contents link
Test is on November 3rd - Review
Monday, October 26, 2015
October 26th, 2015
Students,
Today we rearranged our schedule a bit to accommodate the students in the band. It wasn't a drastic switch but with 15 absent in two periods it felt like the right decision. So we ended up examining the Era of Good Feelings in post war of 1812 America. please see below for the PPT so that you can complete your missed notes at home.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7dTJyS1ZSSXRzeDA/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS
Binder Check is October 30th - Table of contents link
Test is on November 3rd - Review
Today we rearranged our schedule a bit to accommodate the students in the band. It wasn't a drastic switch but with 15 absent in two periods it felt like the right decision. So we ended up examining the Era of Good Feelings in post war of 1812 America. please see below for the PPT so that you can complete your missed notes at home.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7dTJyS1ZSSXRzeDA/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS
Binder Check is October 30th - Table of contents link
Test is on November 3rd - Review
Friday, October 23, 2015
October 23rd, 2015
Students,
Today we split AP and Dual Credit once again
AP: we examined what it will take for you to write your long essay prompt for your AP exam. see the PPT below
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bmtKTnIzc0dVT2s/view?usp=sharing
video explanation of the whole PPT
DC: We turned in the first portion of our research paper (topics / explanation) and began working on sources.
PPT of explanation
Deadlines
Topics
Sources
Reminders:
Test: November 3rd
Binder Check: October 30th
Today we split AP and Dual Credit once again
AP: we examined what it will take for you to write your long essay prompt for your AP exam. see the PPT below
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bmtKTnIzc0dVT2s/view?usp=sharing
video explanation of the whole PPT
DC: We turned in the first portion of our research paper (topics / explanation) and began working on sources.
PPT of explanation
Deadlines
Topics
Sources
Reminders:
Test: November 3rd
Binder Check: October 30th
Thursday, October 22, 2015
October 22nd, 2015
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.
Next 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 Friday 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.
Next 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 Friday as well.
My goal for the unit test is November 3rd.
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
October 21st, 2015
Students,
In my class today we reviewed what we talked about with Jefferson yesterday and responded to the question "Should Jefferson be revered or reviled"? Depending on how our discussions went we also began talking about the war of 1812.
In my class today we reviewed what we talked about with Jefferson yesterday and responded to the question "Should Jefferson be revered or reviled"? Depending on how our discussions went we also began talking about the war of 1812.
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?
October 20th, 2015
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 19, 2015
October 19th, 2015
Students,
We will have two different section for todays post so bear with me.
AP
today we worked on your Short Answer section of your AP test. This is by far, in my mind, the easiest section to teach. It is the either you know it or you don't section please see below for attached prompt if you were absent and need to make up the assignment. Please use a college ruled sheet of paper and do not go over one page for either of your responses.
No thesis, No fluff, just answer the question.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7VGVZcmZRTGRZTEU/view?usp=sharing
DC
Today we really began working on your research paper. you will be responsible for turning in your first chunk of the assignment (the topic) On Friday the 23rd of october. See below for the form, ppt, and list of deadlines.
PPT link
TOPIC frame link
Deadlines
We will have two different section for todays post so bear with me.
AP
today we worked on your Short Answer section of your AP test. This is by far, in my mind, the easiest section to teach. It is the either you know it or you don't section please see below for attached prompt if you were absent and need to make up the assignment. Please use a college ruled sheet of paper and do not go over one page for either of your responses.
No thesis, No fluff, just answer the question.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7VGVZcmZRTGRZTEU/view?usp=sharing
DC
Today we really began working on your research paper. you will be responsible for turning in your first chunk of the assignment (the topic) On Friday the 23rd of october. See below for the form, ppt, and list of deadlines.
PPT link
TOPIC frame link
Deadlines
Friday, October 16, 2015
October 15th, 2015
Students,
Today we did our last PPT for the unit, Huzzah!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7WV9vdDBXWU1qZGs/view?usp=sharing
Thinks of note for your test:
Neutrality proclamation
XYZ affair
Alien and Sedition Acts
Greenville Treaty Line
Federalist V. Anti Federalist (theme of ppt)
And of course your test is tomorrow,
Link to Review- add Edmund Randolph
Today we did our last PPT for the unit, Huzzah!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7WV9vdDBXWU1qZGs/view?usp=sharing
Thinks of note for your test:
Neutrality proclamation
XYZ affair
Alien and Sedition Acts
Greenville Treaty Line
Federalist V. Anti Federalist (theme of ppt)
And of course your test is tomorrow,
Link to Review- add Edmund Randolph
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
October 14th, 2015
Students,
Today we took our PSAT and those of you that came to my class we did some review. Speaking of which look below....
October 13th, 2015
Students,
Today we talked about the US constitution. See below.
Link to PPT
Reminder:
Test Friday: Review
Today we talked about the US constitution. See below.
Link to PPT
Reminder:
Test Friday: Review
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
October 12th, 2015
Students,
Apparently I had 84 absences today! woo! All this means is that instead of being able to have a relaxing time in class you will have to have a less relaxing hour or so at home to watch / take Cornell Notes over the video that was shown today!
So please watch the video below and take a full set (3 questions / summary) of Cornell Notes to be turned in by Monday the 19th! This is a grade!
I will have one bonus showing of this video on Friday the 16th after school.
REMINDERS:
Your test is on Friday October 16th, here is the review link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7d3BHT1F2SDFYZ1E/view?usp=sharing
Apparently I had 84 absences today! woo! All this means is that instead of being able to have a relaxing time in class you will have to have a less relaxing hour or so at home to watch / take Cornell Notes over the video that was shown today!
So please watch the video below and take a full set (3 questions / summary) of Cornell Notes to be turned in by Monday the 19th! This is a grade!
I will have one bonus showing of this video on Friday the 16th after school.
REMINDERS:
Your test is on Friday October 16th, here is the review link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7d3BHT1F2SDFYZ1E/view?usp=sharing
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
October 7th, 2015
Students,
Today on our final day before our break, we examined the actual Revolutionary War. See below for PPT.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7RGduWVZqQzZxRTA/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Test will be Friday October 16th!
You will have PSAT testing on Wednesday October 14th!
Today on our final day before our break, we examined the actual Revolutionary War. See below for PPT.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7RGduWVZqQzZxRTA/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
Test will be Friday October 16th!
You will have PSAT testing on Wednesday October 14th!
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
October 6th, 2015
Students,
Today we examined the United States Declaration of Independence. We read through it privately and identified what we felt was the most important parts and what needed / could have been changed to make it a better document.
Link to Worksheet - Draw a three ringed Venn Diagram on the back
This was a good experience, but things got really exciting when you started comparing the Declaration of Independence to similar documents from Egypt in 1922 and Texas in 1836. You identified common themes between the documents, how the US may or may not have influenced these future bids for independence, and finally (hopefully) connected the beliefs and attitudes of our founding fathers with those of enlightenment thinkers like John Locke.
Link to US Declaration
Link to Egyptian Declaration
Link to Texas Declaration
Today we examined the United States Declaration of Independence. We read through it privately and identified what we felt was the most important parts and what needed / could have been changed to make it a better document.
Link to Worksheet - Draw a three ringed Venn Diagram on the back
This was a good experience, but things got really exciting when you started comparing the Declaration of Independence to similar documents from Egypt in 1922 and Texas in 1836. You identified common themes between the documents, how the US may or may not have influenced these future bids for independence, and finally (hopefully) connected the beliefs and attitudes of our founding fathers with those of enlightenment thinkers like John Locke.
Link to US Declaration
Link to Egyptian Declaration
Link to Texas Declaration
Monday, October 5, 2015
October 5th, 2015
Students,
Today we trudged through the first conflicts of the civil war. Establishing major characters, events, and attitudes held by the primary participants of the American Revolutionary War. Tomorrow we will be examining several different declarations of independence in an attempt to establish constants within each document. See link below for a link to the PPT.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7eS1BWUxIMFZYQzA/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
Plan on your test being October 16th! (Review will go up on Monday)
Do not forget to submit your video response homework by midnight tonight if you are sending it on the blog.
Today we trudged through the first conflicts of the civil war. Establishing major characters, events, and attitudes held by the primary participants of the American Revolutionary War. Tomorrow we will be examining several different declarations of independence in an attempt to establish constants within each document. See link below for a link to the PPT.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7eS1BWUxIMFZYQzA/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
Plan on your test being October 16th! (Review will go up on Monday)
Do not forget to submit your video response homework by midnight tonight if you are sending it on the blog.
Friday, October 2, 2015
October 2nd, 2015
Students,
Today we followed up on information regarding the policies that Britain implemented in an attempt to bring the colonies to heel. The Acts! If you were absent see the link below for a blank G.O.
Today we followed up on information regarding the policies that Britain implemented in an attempt to bring the colonies to heel. The Acts! If you were absent see the link below for a blank G.O.
Reminders:
Today is the end of the six weeks. I hope all of you took advantage of my make-up credit!
October 1st Homework due Monday October 5th
Thursday, October 1, 2015
October 1st, 2015
Students,
Today we took a breather from PPT and enjoyed the PBS documentary Liberty: Reluctant Revolutionaries. This documentary exposes both sides of the lead up to the revolution showing us that both sides American and British share the blame for the distrust and resentment held between the two. For Homework tonight please review your notes and respond to one of the prompts below.
Instructions: please type your reply and keep the length between 150-250 words. You may post your response on the blog or you may print it out. If you print, do not forget to include a full heading (name, class / period, date) on the left hand margin. The assignment number will be 3. This will be due on Monday October 5th!
Prompt 1:
During the decade before the outbreak of war, what were the two major attitudes of the colonists toward Parliament and the British Empire?
Prompt 2:
What could have prevented the colonists' declaring independence and going to war?
If you completely zoned out during the video here is a link for you to refresh your memory:
Today we took a breather from PPT and enjoyed the PBS documentary Liberty: Reluctant Revolutionaries. This documentary exposes both sides of the lead up to the revolution showing us that both sides American and British share the blame for the distrust and resentment held between the two. For Homework tonight please review your notes and respond to one of the prompts below.
Instructions: please type your reply and keep the length between 150-250 words. You may post your response on the blog or you may print it out. If you print, do not forget to include a full heading (name, class / period, date) on the left hand margin. The assignment number will be 3. This will be due on Monday October 5th!
Prompt 1:
During the decade before the outbreak of war, what were the two major attitudes of the colonists toward Parliament and the British Empire?
Prompt 2:
What could have prevented the colonists' declaring independence and going to war?
If you completely zoned out during the video here is a link for you to refresh your memory:
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
September 30th, 2015
Students,
Alright so today we finished the road to revolution notes that we started yesterday we examined all the neat-o taxes and policies that King George III imposed on the colonies. You will have a "break" tomorrow and be able to sit back and enjoy a film on the revolution of course there will be an assignment associated with it, but it will be pretty low stakes. PPT linked below.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bGV5azU1cHNIZTg/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
end of six weeks is Friday!
Your last opportunity to retest is Thursday October 1st!
Alright so today we finished the road to revolution notes that we started yesterday we examined all the neat-o taxes and policies that King George III imposed on the colonies. You will have a "break" tomorrow and be able to sit back and enjoy a film on the revolution of course there will be an assignment associated with it, but it will be pretty low stakes. PPT linked below.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bGV5azU1cHNIZTg/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS:
end of six weeks is Friday!
Your last opportunity to retest is Thursday October 1st!
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
September 29th, 2015
Students,
Today we started walking the Road to Revolution, by examining French and Indian war. We talked about how this conflict brought to the forefront the societal differences of the British and the American colonists and created friction between the two parties that would eventually (13 years later) snowball into the American Revolution. Below see copies of the PPT
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bGV5azU1cHNIZTg/view?usp=sharing
Today we started walking the Road to Revolution, by examining French and Indian war. We talked about how this conflict brought to the forefront the societal differences of the British and the American colonists and created friction between the two parties that would eventually (13 years later) snowball into the American Revolution. Below see copies of the PPT
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7bGV5azU1cHNIZTg/view?usp=sharing
September 28th, 2015
Students,
I apologize for the late upload, but here are the enlightenment notes from yesterday.
They are pretty simple and straightforward with the most important slide for the course being the last slide considering how the enlightenment effected the colonies.
You missed out on great discussion if you were gone.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7MnNEbmZKNkM5REU/view?usp=sharing
I apologize for the late upload, but here are the enlightenment notes from yesterday.
They are pretty simple and straightforward with the most important slide for the course being the last slide considering how the enlightenment effected the colonies.
You missed out on great discussion if you were gone.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7MnNEbmZKNkM5REU/view?usp=sharing
Thursday, September 24, 2015
September 24th, 2015
Students,
Today we actually got to write part of a DBQ. If you were absent and have been keeping up on the blog you should have your documents HIPP-O'd.
You will use the information you have pulled out of the documents to create an Introductory paragraph, and your first body paragraph as if it were a true DBQ.
After those two paragraphs have been completed you should work on creating a detailed outline for the remaining two body paragraphs
DONT PUT YOUR NAME ON THIS PAPER
Reminders:
End of the six weeks is coming up make sure all make up work is turned in on Friday.
Today we actually got to write part of a DBQ. If you were absent and have been keeping up on the blog you should have your documents HIPP-O'd.
You will use the information you have pulled out of the documents to create an Introductory paragraph, and your first body paragraph as if it were a true DBQ.
After those two paragraphs have been completed you should work on creating a detailed outline for the remaining two body paragraphs
DONT PUT YOUR NAME ON THIS PAPER
Reminders:
End of the six weeks is coming up make sure all make up work is turned in on Friday.
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
September 23rd, 2015
Students,
Due to the gas leak, and many of you, apparently, lacking the ability to use the internet. We spent one final day HIPP-O ing documents. make sure this is done by tomorrow.
H-Historical Context: Whats happening around the document?
I- Intended Audience: Who is reading / hearing the document?
P- point of view: How does the author / speaker feel about whats being said?
P- Purpose: Why are they saying it?
O- Organization: How will you use this document to defend your argument?
below you will find a link to the 1993 DBQ that we are looking at!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7U01Pbmw0NFFHMDg/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
All make up work is due Friday September 25th.
Retest opportunities
Friday September 25th
Thursday October 1st
Due to the gas leak, and many of you, apparently, lacking the ability to use the internet. We spent one final day HIPP-O ing documents. make sure this is done by tomorrow.
H-Historical Context: Whats happening around the document?
I- Intended Audience: Who is reading / hearing the document?
P- point of view: How does the author / speaker feel about whats being said?
P- Purpose: Why are they saying it?
O- Organization: How will you use this document to defend your argument?
below you will find a link to the 1993 DBQ that we are looking at!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7U01Pbmw0NFFHMDg/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
All make up work is due Friday September 25th.
Retest opportunities
Friday September 25th
Thursday October 1st
September 22nd, 2015
The gas leak day...yay.
Today ya'll worked on HIPP-O ing documents, from the 1993 DBQ.
H-Historical Context: Whats happening around the document?
I- Intended Audience: Who is reading / hearing the document?
P- point of view: How does the author / speaker feel about whats being said?
P- Purpose: Why are they saying it?
O- Organization: How will you use this document to defend your argument?
below you will find a link to the 1993 DBQ that we are looking at!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7U01Pbmw0NFFHMDg/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
All make up work is due Friday September 25th.
Retest opportunities
Friday September 25th
Thursday October 1st
Today ya'll worked on HIPP-O ing documents, from the 1993 DBQ.
H-Historical Context: Whats happening around the document?
I- Intended Audience: Who is reading / hearing the document?
P- point of view: How does the author / speaker feel about whats being said?
P- Purpose: Why are they saying it?
O- Organization: How will you use this document to defend your argument?
below you will find a link to the 1993 DBQ that we are looking at!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7U01Pbmw0NFFHMDg/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
All make up work is due Friday September 25th.
Retest opportunities
Friday September 25th
Thursday October 1st
Monday, September 21, 2015
September 21st, 2015
Students,
today we reviewed how to write a DBQ! woo see power point below...
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7ejNKUFdPT0ZXNnc/view?usp=sharing
In addition if you got a little bit ahead here is the 1993 DBQ that we will be working on for the week.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7U01Pbmw0NFFHMDg/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS
all make up work is due Friday September 25th.
today we reviewed how to write a DBQ! woo see power point below...
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7ejNKUFdPT0ZXNnc/view?usp=sharing
In addition if you got a little bit ahead here is the 1993 DBQ that we will be working on for the week.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7U01Pbmw0NFFHMDg/view?usp=sharing
REMINDERS
all make up work is due Friday September 25th.
Friday, September 18, 2015
September 18th, 2015
Students,
Today we looked at how we write thesis for my class when a prompt is provided, and for my Dual Credit students we briefly discussed what was important when you are writing a thesis that is not inspired by a prompt. Remember both cases are dependent on the fact that you are making an argument!
For simplicity sake and in my class you are more than welcome to use the formula
X. a, b, c, Y. (and on occasion Z)
X= counter argument
{abc}= support
Y= your argument
Z= time frame or audience (restrictions of the prompt)
your tests were abysmal...we addressed this today.
Today we looked at how we write thesis for my class when a prompt is provided, and for my Dual Credit students we briefly discussed what was important when you are writing a thesis that is not inspired by a prompt. Remember both cases are dependent on the fact that you are making an argument!
For simplicity sake and in my class you are more than welcome to use the formula
X. a, b, c, Y. (and on occasion Z)
X= counter argument
{abc}= support
Y= your argument
Z= time frame or audience (restrictions of the prompt)
your tests were abysmal...we addressed this today.
Thursday, September 17, 2015
September 17th, 2015
Students,
Today we looked at how we write thesis for my class when a prompt is provided, and for my Dual Credit students we briefly discussed what was important when you are writing a thesis that is not inspired by a prompt. Remember both cases are dependent on the fact that you are making an argument!
For simplicity sake and in my class you are more than welcome to use the formula
X. a, b, c, Y. (and on occasion Z)
X= counter argument
{abc}= support
Y= your argument
Z= time frame or audience (restrictions of the prompt)
While not planned, we will be spending more time on thesis work because we did struggle today. Thesis practice homework incoming!
Today we looked at how we write thesis for my class when a prompt is provided, and for my Dual Credit students we briefly discussed what was important when you are writing a thesis that is not inspired by a prompt. Remember both cases are dependent on the fact that you are making an argument!
For simplicity sake and in my class you are more than welcome to use the formula
X. a, b, c, Y. (and on occasion Z)
X= counter argument
{abc}= support
Y= your argument
Z= time frame or audience (restrictions of the prompt)
While not planned, we will be spending more time on thesis work because we did struggle today. Thesis practice homework incoming!
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Monday, September 14, 2015
September 14th, 2015
Students
today we finished up our colonial life PPT notes from a couple weeks ago as a brand new assignment in our table of contents.
Link to PPT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7TWVCU0J4X2pBcGs/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
Updated table of contents for your check: Tomorrow
Test on Wednesday: Link to the Review
Link to the post that you need to post your Homework: Wednesday
today we finished up our colonial life PPT notes from a couple weeks ago as a brand new assignment in our table of contents.
Link to PPT: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7TWVCU0J4X2pBcGs/view?usp=sharing
Reminders:
Updated table of contents for your check: Tomorrow
Test on Wednesday: Link to the Review
Link to the post that you need to post your Homework: Wednesday
Thursday, September 10, 2015
September 10th and 11th, 2015
Students,
Today we took a different approach to group work and got our creative juices flowing. We are creating propaganda posters for different conflicts that had a major impact on colonial development. Including; King PHillips War, the English Civil War, Bacon's Rebellion, and the Glorious Revolution.
We came together as groups did our due research and created fantastical posters that delight all who gaze upon them. We will continue this activity tomorrow.
just a reminder you have homework that is due on Wednesday September 16th click the link below for details.
Link To Homework Post
REMINDERS:
Binder Check Tuesday September 15th!
Home Work Due Wednesday September 16th!
Your first test will land on September 16th - Linked to Review
Today we took a different approach to group work and got our creative juices flowing. We are creating propaganda posters for different conflicts that had a major impact on colonial development. Including; King PHillips War, the English Civil War, Bacon's Rebellion, and the Glorious Revolution.
We came together as groups did our due research and created fantastical posters that delight all who gaze upon them. We will continue this activity tomorrow.
just a reminder you have homework that is due on Wednesday September 16th click the link below for details.
Link To Homework Post
REMINDERS:
Binder Check Tuesday September 15th!
Home Work Due Wednesday September 16th!
Your first test will land on September 16th - Linked to Review
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
September 9th, 2015
Students.
Today we continued to examine the founding of the original colonies. Who started them? Why did they bother to do so? How did they make their money? these were just a few of the questions we took a look at. We implemented a 1- 3 - 6 protocol to make sure the vast amount of information was shared with everyone. Below is the graphic organizer we used. If you were absent, you can fill in the chart from the web, or you should feel free to drop by my tutorials (3:30 - 4:00) to get time with the books.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7STM3WkYyU2h5c3M/edit?usp=sharing
Homework Assignment - Due September 16th
Respond : To what extent did the development of slavery contribute to the economic, social, and political organization of the southern colonies.
Address the following in your response; (prior knowledge and reading)
REMINDERS:
Binder check on Tuesday September 15th
AP Contracts were due today! (But need to be turned in ASAP if you missed)
Your first test will land on September 16th - Linked to Review
Looking ahead: If you are interested in getting ahead for tomorrow read up on King Phillips War, the English Civil War, Bacon's Rebellion, and the Glorious Revolution.
Today we continued to examine the founding of the original colonies. Who started them? Why did they bother to do so? How did they make their money? these were just a few of the questions we took a look at. We implemented a 1- 3 - 6 protocol to make sure the vast amount of information was shared with everyone. Below is the graphic organizer we used. If you were absent, you can fill in the chart from the web, or you should feel free to drop by my tutorials (3:30 - 4:00) to get time with the books.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Br2RBwz0R7STM3WkYyU2h5c3M/edit?usp=sharing
Homework Assignment - Due September 16th
You will need to complete the following readings and reply on the blog (on this post) to the subsequent question. In addition you are asked to reply to one of your classmates to further the discussion. You may have to make a new blogspot account to post, if so make sure you include the following; Your class period, first initial, and last name.
Respond : To what extent did the development of slavery contribute to the economic, social, and political organization of the southern colonies.
Address the following in your response; (prior knowledge and reading)
- Theory of mercantilism
- Reasons for settlement of the Chesapeake region
- Relationship with Native Americans
- Why elites came from Europe to the Americas? became what sort of land owner?
Finally: Comment on one classmates response to the question. Please keep it civil, to keep the discussion flowing.
REMINDERS:
Binder check on Tuesday September 15th
AP Contracts were due today! (But need to be turned in ASAP if you missed)
Your first test will land on September 16th - Linked to Review
Looking ahead: If you are interested in getting ahead for tomorrow read up on King Phillips War, the English Civil War, Bacon's Rebellion, and the Glorious Revolution.
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