Monday, February 29, 2016

Today:

Russia's New Nation-States (cont.): student will finish the simulation from Friday which explores various economic & political factors to rate each nation-state's suitability to host an Olympic style games. Students will evaluate maps, charts, and graphs to find the most suitable place to host the games.

• Resources: Chapter 18 Geography Alive, various visuals & placards, and chapter notes & questions

No Homework

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Today: 

Russia/Soviet Union: 

1. What is Communism? What were the effects it had on Russia? Video Clips & Google Doc Notes

2. Chapter 18: New Nation-States from the Old Soviet Empire: Will They Survive?

     *Preview Activity
     *Reading Sections 1 & 2
     * Geoterms Activity

HW: Japan Timeline Project & Written Analysis Doc due tomorrow

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Today:

1. Europe & Russia Reading notes (cont.)

2. "What is Communism and what were its effects on Russia in the 20th century?" Video clips & notes

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Today:

1. Class Starter: Go to Google Classroom, open the question, & answer it using examples form what you've learned about Japan.

2. Europe & Russia Reading & Notes: Geo Alive Textbook pages 204 - 211 plus Notes doc in Google Classroom

HW: Japan Timeline Project & Written Analysis Assignment need to be completed and turned in by this Friday.

Monday, February 22, 2016

Weird Fact:
Did you know there is a color named "Alien Armpit"? 


Today:
1. Japan Adaptations Timeline Project
    Day #4: this is the last class time to work on your project which is due this Friday! 

2. Adaptations Analysis - Written Assignment: when you have finished your project you need to write a response to the question posted in a doc on your Google Classroom.

No Homework unless you need more time on the two things mentioned above.

Friday, February 19, 2016

Friday Film Quote

I wouldn't sell my bike for all the money in the world. Not for a hundred million, trillion, billion dollars!

Then you're crazy!

I know you are but what am I?

You're a nerd!

I know you are but what am I?

You're an idiot!

I know you are but what am I?

.........and the film is.......................?

Today

Japan Timeline Assessment Project

Day #3: Students will continue to create their timeline on Lucid Chart making sure to put events in chronological order and using accurate scale.

Thursday, February 18, 2016

Today:
Japan Timeline Assessment Project: 
Day #3:
Students will start their project creation using Lucid Chart. Please remember to use your resources on Google Classroom (checklist & screen cast)

Example of product adaptation:

Tesla S Series Sedan

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Japanese business men rest in tiny capsule hotel rooms.

Today:

Japan Adaptations Timeline Project:

Day #2: Students will read through the project rubric/directions. Students will watch a screen cast example of how to create their timeline on Lucid Charts. Both of these resources are posted on Google Classroom for frequent use/review.

***This project will be due the first part of next week.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Today:

1. Class Starter Activity

2. Example Video Clips

3. Japan Timeline Assessment Project

Day #1: Students will collaborate with a partner to put 12 items in chronological order. Class discussion will follow to help determine the correct order. Project directions and resources will follow.

No Homework.

Monday, February 15, 2016

NO SCHOOL

Friday, February 12, 2016

NO SCHOOL

District In Service Day 

Thursday, February 11, 2016

NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Today:

Step 1: Finish HDI Graph Japan 

Step 2: Japan Photo Analysis Activity (see Google Classroom)

Step 3: Finish up Japan Slideshow Assignment (if time permits)


***Reminder***

I am currently adding grades into Infinite Campus for the Monsoon Asia Unit. Check your scores in IC to keep on track of your progress

Have a terrific 5 day weekend & we'll see you again on Tuesday

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Parade Day For The Super Bowl 50 World Champion Denver Broncos!!!

Today in class:

1. Finish Japan Slideshow Assignment

2. Japan Power Point - compare the information from the Japan Power Point to your Slideshow to check for similarities & differences

3. Japan HDI Activity - use this link CIA World Factbook for information to help fill in your graphing sheet

Monday, February 8, 2016

Denver Broncos Are World Champs!!! 
Congrats to them and all their true fans!

Today:
Japan Slideshow Assignment - continue the research and slideshow from Friday

• All the necessary directions and documents were posted to Classroom on Friday.

No Homework

Friday, February 5, 2016
GO BRONCOS!!!

                                                               

Friday Film Quote:

Bobby, can you do that for me every game?

Coach, not only will I do it for you, I... I... I... yes, yes, I'll do it for you.

And the name of the movie is......................................?

Today:

Japan Slideshow Assignment - students will create a slide presentation about Japan using the four standards as their guide (history, geography, economics, & civics).

See Google Classroom for the directions, rubrics, etc.

NO HOMEWORK

And don't forget...............................GO BRONCOS!!!

Thursday, February 4, 2016

Today:

1. "Inside North Korea" Writing Analysis Assessment - complete the written analysis from yesterday.

2. Globalization video clip - watch the video clip that is posted on Google Classroom to further your understanding of the global economy and its pros & cons.

No Homework

Wednesday, February 3, 2016  

 Today is the anniversary of "The Day the Music Died"
    *Link:  The Day the Music Died

Welcome Back from Snow Day #2 

Today: 
"Inside North Korea" Written Response Activity

• Students will - use their notes, other research, and the planning document to write a detailed response to the prompt about North Korea. Include your opinion and as always, back up your thoughts with evidence from your learning/research.

This assignment's due date is next Friday! 

Monday, February 1, 2016

SB 50 Countdown Clock

Today:

1. "Inside North Korea" - finish documentary & note taking
2. Discuss the video & share notes
3. Introduce Writing Assessment for the documentary

No Homework........you're welcome