Today in class we finished our rough drafts of essays on European colonization and America. If you were absent, be sure to finish your essay and turn in ASAP.
HOMEWORK: read section 1.3, pp 21-30; there will be a reading quiz on Friday, so any notes you take may be used on the quiz
Next Week: No school Monday--rent Blades of Glory, that movie rocks@; we will watch a film on the Salem Witch Trials, explore Puritan and colonial England, and have our FIRST exam--Friday, September 7--30 multiple choice questions and 2 free-response questions (i.e. extended response)
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Thursday, August 23, 2007
American History--Week 2
We've spent the past 10 days reviewing and discussing the effects of exploration and encounter on various people, including native, European, and African cultures. We've discussed the goals and purposes of imperialism, and compared those ideas to the world today. Finally, we focused on the impact European colonization had on indigenous groups in the Americas.
Now you get to show what you know by composing an essay that incorporates all the information you've been presented in the textbook, lecture notes, class activities, film, and primary documents.
We will use the writing process in class to prewrite, draft, and edit your work. You will need to complete the final draft at home.
Due date for the final draft of your essay is Friday, August 31.
Now you get to show what you know by composing an essay that incorporates all the information you've been presented in the textbook, lecture notes, class activities, film, and primary documents.
We will use the writing process in class to prewrite, draft, and edit your work. You will need to complete the final draft at home.
Due date for the final draft of your essay is Friday, August 31.
Curriculum Night
Don't forget curriculum night--this Tuesday, August 28, from 6:00-8:00 pm at the High School. This is an opprtunity for your parents to meet your teachers, understand your courses and schedule, AND earn beaucoup (that's French for a lot) EXTRA CREDIT points to be applied to your first test.
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Welcome to American History!
I am so excited to have you in class this year! I plan on updating this blog so you can regularly check your homework assignments, upcoming projects, and so you can communicate with your classmates about relevant topics to American History. Blog frequently and often...the more your participate, the better.
Homework: Syllabus sign-off
BLOG topic: What was the coolest or most memorable thing you ever had to do in a social studies class?
Homework: Syllabus sign-off
BLOG topic: What was the coolest or most memorable thing you ever had to do in a social studies class?
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