FRENCH REVOLUTION ASSIGNMENTS
1) Table of Contents
2) K.W.L.(have at least 22 points listed under L portion for full credit)
3) Vocabulary(p.107-126)
4) Pie Chart (p.108-110)
5) Revolution Threatens the French King (p.108-114)
6) Marie Antionette (ask Mr P for a copy if you cannot read the worksheet online. Also, answer the questions on your own sheet of paper.)
7) Marie Antoinette Video Notes
8) The Execution of Louis XVI (ask Mr P for a copy if you cannot read the worksheet online. Also, answer the questions on your own sheet of paper.)
9) Guided Notes
10) 6 Stages Chart &
FRENCH REVOLUTION POWER POINTS
Use Technical Thompson's Website and scroll down to the unit on French Revolution for help with Assignments 1-10.
Sketch's Website has French Revolution Vocab help. Thanks Sketch! Gee, thanks for making class for students that much more simple. Students should use Sketch's Vocab help but write down definitions using their own West High vernacular. Mr. P will NOT give students credit if they copy Sketch's definitions word for word. Also, Sketch was known for pulling off clever tricks like giving the wrong definition at times to make sure students are thinking and NOT just copying definitions. It is best to check Sketch's definitions against other sources.
C & C French Revolution Vocab help. Same rules mentioned above for Sketch's website applies here.
For students seeking additional reading on the French Revolution, Mr P's Random French Revolution Book Picks for Students are:
a) French Revolution for Beginners by Martin McCrory & Robert Moulder
b) A Short History of the French Revolution by Jeremy Popkin
c) The French Revolution & Napoleonic Era by Owen Connelly
MONDAY November 3, 2008
1) Post Halloween
2) MC Exam Results
3) School Year Thus Far
4) P-Ville Talk
a) Order & Stability Check
b) Daily Announcements
c) Glorious Race
d) Weekly Meetings
5) Start French Revolution
a) TOC
b) K.W.L.
c) Pie Chart
d) 6 Stages of FR
e) Vocabulary
HW:
a) Read p.107-113
b) Start Vocabulary (Assign #3) - Vocab help above
c) Complete Pie Chart (Assign #4)
d) Revolution Threatens the King (Assign #5)
Need help studying for the Geo Retake? Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch.
TUESDAY November 4, 2008
1) Pie Chart (Assign #4) - Review
2) 6 Stages of French Revolution (Assign #10) - Review
3) Revolution Threatens the King (Assign #5) - Review
HW:
a) Read Section 2 & 3 from Textbook p. 114 - 125
b) Guided Reading Notes for Section 2 & 3 (Assign #9)
b) Complete Vocab (Assign #3) & Study for Vocab Game
c) Marie Antoinette (Assign #6) Read and Answer Questions
d) King Louis' Execution (Assign #8) Read and Answer Questions
Need help studying for the Geo Retake? Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch.
WEDNESDAY November 5, 2008
1) Order & Stability or SSR for Assign 6-8
2) 6 Stages of French Revolution (Assign #10)- Review
3) Guided Notes (Assign #9) - Review
4) Political Spectrum (Assign #9) - Review
5) Short Video on Marie Antoinette (If time permits. Otherwise, omit assignment #7)
HW
a) Organize & STAPLE French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10)
b) Study for French Revolution Mini - Exam
Suggestions for Studying:
1) Review Vocab (Assign #3) - Use Sketch's French Revolution Vocab Review and C & C French Revolution Vocab help.
2) Review Pie Chart (Assign #4)
3) Review Revolution Threatens King (Assign #5)
4) Review Guided Notes (Assign #9)
5) Review 6 Stages (Assign #10)
6) Take P Alumni Peymaneh's Quizzes on the French Revolution. Peymaneh's created these quizzes based reading from the old World History textbook. Still, the questions are generally useful for any quiz on the French Revolution. Peymaneh created this legacy project only after living in the US for 8 months. Some of her quiz questions do contain grammar and spelling errors. Mr. P did NOT correct them on purpose. He wanted to also showcase this legacy project to demonstrate what a student can produce despite facing academic setbacks (i.e. Learning a new language and adapting to a new culture). Are you a student facing your own academic setbacks? Mr P challenges you to step it up like Paymaneh, overcome academic set backs and create a legacy project that can be used by students in the future!
NOTICE: Geo Retake will be offered once again at 3:22pm. This will be the 6th offering of the Geo Retake. Come by, ace the Geo Retake and have your original Geo Exam score changed to a perfect score of 40/40. Wow! What an offer! Don't pass up it up, especially if your grade in class is low.
c) Need help studying for the Geo Retake?
Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch. Not only is she a cool P Alumni but also a Geo Hall of Famer. Other cool stats about Sketch. She is about to graduate from college with a degree in English. Aside from being a college student, she works at Disneyland. She's traveled to Europe a few times. Mr. P and other teachers like Mrs Cerda will always positively remember Sketch as a silent-but-deadly student. She was one who was generally quiet, smart, did high quality work, cared about learning and obviously was a deep thinker. How will Mr P and other teachers remember you? Will they remember you at all?
THURSDAY November 6, 2008
1) Order & Stability Check
2) Vocab Game
3) Simple Quiz
4) MC French Revolution Review Quiz
HW
a) Study for French Revolution Mini-Exam
b) Organize & STAPLE French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10)
FRIDAY November 7, 2008
1) Turn in French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10) before tardy bell
2) Review Simple Quiz
3) French Revolution Mini-Exam
4) Start Napoleon (Day 1)
HW
a) Read The Age of Napoleon p. 128-136
b) Legacy Project approval deadline is Friday, November 14th
c) Semester Final is either the Final Exam or a Legacy Project. All students wishing to do a Legacy Project must get approval from Mr. P prior to November 15th.
d) All students not doing a Legacy Project will take a semester Final Exam. The Final Exam is multiple choice. Questions for the multiple choice exam will be cumulative. Thus, any content covered during the first semester can appear on the Semester Final Exam.
e) The Semester Final will be at the end of January. Students taking the Final Exam will take it at the end of January. Students doing a legacy project will turn it in the day the students (not doing a legacy project) take the Semester Final Exam.
SEMESTER FINAL
LEGACY PROJECT OR FINAL EXAM
Each semester students will have a choice of taking either the Final Exam or doing a Legacy Project as their ‘semester’ final. The semester final (exam or project) will equate to 20% - 25 % of the student’s semester grade. There is an application and qualification process that involves doing a legacy project. All students who do not apply or qualify to do a Legacy Project will partake in Final Exam process as a means of fulfilling their semester final obligation for the course. Written below are the specifics for both the Legacy Project and Final Exam.
LEGACY PROJECT
There are several purposes for students to apply to do a legacy project.
1) Students want to create a project to assist & inspire future students’ learning.
2) Students actually want to make a difference and contribute to the betterment of Mr. P’s class.
3) Students prefer to create a project versus taking an Exam for a final.
All student interested in doing a Legacy Project for their semester final must apply and qualify to do a legacy project. To apply and qualify for the Legacy Project, students must submit at least 3 typed proposals to Mr. P. In addition, students are required to schedule a brief meeting with Mr P after school to explain their legacy project proposals. Basically, students are to ‘sell’ their legacy project idea to Mr. P. Students will “qualify” to do a legacy project, if students convince Mr. P of the usefulness of their Legacy Proposal(s). Students should bring their 3 typed legacy proposals and explain them to Mr. P. At the after school meeting, students MUST do the following:
A) Be prepared, articulate and brief (Mr. P is a busy guy and doesn’t like to waste time)
B) Quickly & clearly explain to Mr. P your Legacy ideas (Mr. P has to be able to understand what it is)
C) Explain how it will be beneficial to future students, Mr. P, etc.
D) A typed working schedule that explains how you will be completing the project
E) Samples that demonstrate your ability to do certain kinds of work (i.e. your artwork, video equipment, computer skills or previous projects your done).
The deadline to apply and qualify for doing a Legacy Project as a student’s “Final” for the semester will be October 31st (Halloween). If a student does not apply and qualify by this date, the student will then, by way of default, partake in the Final Exam process at the end of the semester. If a student qualifies and agrees to do a Legacy Project, then he/she is committed to doing a Legacy Project. They will not be allowed to change from doing a Legacy Project to taking the “Final Exam.”
GROUP or SOLO WORK: Mr. P highly recommends that students work solo on their legacy project. Once again, he advises students do NOT work with other students. However, students might be allowed to work with others if they can justify the need to have more than one person do the project. Yet, the group work limit is 3 students. Students may also work with students in Mr. P’s other World History classes. Most importantly, if students qualify to work in a group it is entirely their choice and responsibility to do so. Mr. P will NOT, once again, will NOT hear any grievances or feel any sympathy pertaining to group work problems. Group work is a choice of the students. Again, Mr. P suggests students do NOT work in groups. Yet, students are old enough to make their own decision on such matter.
LEGACY GRADING SYSTEM:
A Grade:
Most likely any legacy project that will be or is actually used in Mr. P’s class achieves an “A” grade. If Mr. P will not use it in the future, it probably is NOT going to get an “A” grade. Legacy projects rarely take 1 day or 1 weekend to complete. Students with a desire to achieve an “A” should put in a fair amount of time and effort to complete their legacy project. However, time and effort does NOT necessarily equate to an “A” grade. Students can work very hard and still not achieve an “A” grade. The project should be of the utmost quality. It should also be ready for classroom use. Usually any needed adjustments that Mr. P has to do will deduct from the grade of the Legacy Project. All students witness how Mr. P runs the class on a daily basis. Students should become aware of what is “needed” and what “works” with regards to legacy projects. Also, “A” legacy projects are well labeled, packaged, easily stored or accessed. Presentation of the Legacy Project is memorable. It is NOT just another boring final presentation. Fellow students believe the project is useful and of quality.
B Grade:
Usually a good legacy project but does not do all the requirements listed for an “A” grade. Most likely, a “B” grade results because Mr. P will have to “adjust” the project so that it can be used in class. “B” rate Legacy Projects lack the originality, usefulness and quality in comparison to “A” rate Legacy Projects. Presentation of the project is above average and is somewhat memorable.
C Grade:
Results when the Legacy Project will NOT be used in the classroom. It does NOT fulfill the general standards of a “B” grade. Presentation of the project is average and is NOT memorable.
D Grade:
“D” stands for Disappointment. This project is obviously substandard to what is expected of Legacy Projects. It appears to be done quickly and with substandard care. It will NOT be used in the classroom. Presentation is unprepared, robotic and/or boring.
F Grade:
Produces an overall gross Legacy Project. There is a sense of making a mockery out of doing the Legacy Project. Unorganized and poor presentation. If anything, this project serves as a sample of what NOT to do for a Legacy Project.
FINAL EXAM
The Final Exam will take place the day of the scheduled final in late January for the fall semester and in June for the spring semester. The Final Exam will consist of approximately 200 multiple choice questions. The questions will be related to the unit topics covered during the semester. Students are welcome to pick the Final Exam as their semester final.
180 – 200 correct; 90% - 100% = A
160 – 179 correct; 80% - 89% = B
140 – 159 correct; 70% - 79% = C
120 – 139 correct; 60% - 69% = D
0 – 119 correct; 0 - 59% = F
WORLD HISTORY UNITS
FALL SEMESTER
1) Geography
2) Autocracy vs Democracy
3) Middle Ages – American Revolution
4) French Revolution & Napoleon
5) Industrial Revolution
6) Nationalism & Imperialism
7) WWI
SPRING SEMESTER
1) Geography
8) 20th Century Revolution & Nationalism
9) WWII
10) Cold War
11) Current Issues
Jazz is original American music.
One thing Leads to Another
was a good 80s song by the Fixx
The Ways
French Revolution for Beginners is a a solid little book for those interested in knowing a little bit more about the French Revolution
Ask Mr P about it
Sunday, November 22, 2009
FRENCH REVOLUTION ASSIGNMENTS
1) Table of Contents
2) K.W.L.(have at least 22 points listed under L portion for full credit)
3) Vocabulary(p.107-126)
4) Pie Chart (p.108-110)
5) Revolution Threatens the French King (p.108-114)
6) Marie Antionette (ask Mr P for a copy if you cannot read the worksheet online. Also, answer the questions on your own sheet of paper.)
7) Marie Antoinette Video Notes
8) The Execution of Louis XVI (ask Mr P for a copy if you cannot read the worksheet online. Also, answer the questions on your own sheet of paper.)
9) Guided Notes
10) 6 Stages Chart &
FRENCH REVOLUTION POWER POINTS
Use Technical Thompson's Website and scroll down to the unit on French Revolution for help with Assignments 1-10.
Sketch's Website has French Revolution Vocab help. Thanks Sketch! Gee, thanks for making class for students that much more simple. Students should use Sketch's Vocab help but write down definitions using their own West High vernacular. Mr. P will NOT give students credit if they copy Sketch's definitions word for word. Also, Sketch was known for pulling off clever tricks like giving the wrong definition at times to make sure students are thinking and NOT just copying definitions. It is best to check Sketch's definitions against other sources.
C & C French Revolution Vocab help. Same rules mentioned above for Sketch's website applies here.
For students seeking additional reading on the French Revolution, Mr P's Random French Revolution Book Picks for Students are:
a) French Revolution for Beginners by Martin McCrory & Robert Moulder
b) A Short History of the French Revolution by Jeremy Popkin
c) The French Revolution & Napoleonic Era by Owen Connelly
MONDAY November 3, 2008
1) Post Halloween
2) MC Exam Results
3) School Year Thus Far
4) P-Ville Talk
a) Order & Stability Check
b) Daily Announcements
c) Glorious Race
d) Weekly Meetings
5) Start French Revolution
a) TOC
b) K.W.L.
c) Pie Chart
d) 6 Stages of FR
e) Vocabulary
HW:
a) Read p.107-113
b) Start Vocabulary (Assign #3) - Vocab help above
c) Complete Pie Chart (Assign #4)
d) Revolution Threatens the King (Assign #5)
Need help studying for the Geo Retake? Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch.
TUESDAY November 4, 2008
1) Pie Chart (Assign #4) - Review
2) 6 Stages of French Revolution (Assign #10) - Review
3) Revolution Threatens the King (Assign #5) - Review
HW:
a) Read Section 2 & 3 from Textbook p. 114 - 125
b) Guided Reading Notes for Section 2 & 3 (Assign #9)
b) Complete Vocab (Assign #3) & Study for Vocab Game
c) Marie Antoinette (Assign #6) Read and Answer Questions
d) King Louis' Execution (Assign #8) Read and Answer Questions
Need help studying for the Geo Retake? Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch.
WEDNESDAY November 5, 2008
1) Order & Stability or SSR for Assign 6-8
2) 6 Stages of French Revolution (Assign #10)- Review
3) Guided Notes (Assign #9) - Review
4) Political Spectrum (Assign #9) - Review
5) Short Video on Marie Antoinette (If time permits. Otherwise, omit assignment #7)
HW
a) Organize & STAPLE French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10)
b) Study for French Revolution Mini - Exam
Suggestions for Studying:
1) Review Vocab (Assign #3) - Use Sketch's French Revolution Vocab Review and C & C French Revolution Vocab help.
2) Review Pie Chart (Assign #4)
3) Review Revolution Threatens King (Assign #5)
4) Review Guided Notes (Assign #9)
5) Review 6 Stages (Assign #10)
6) Take P Alumni Peymaneh's Quizzes on the French Revolution. Peymaneh's created these quizzes based reading from the old World History textbook. Still, the questions are generally useful for any quiz on the French Revolution. Peymaneh created this legacy project only after living in the US for 8 months. Some of her quiz questions do contain grammar and spelling errors. Mr. P did NOT correct them on purpose. He wanted to also showcase this legacy project to demonstrate what a student can produce despite facing academic setbacks (i.e. Learning a new language and adapting to a new culture). Are you a student facing your own academic setbacks? Mr P challenges you to step it up like Paymaneh, overcome academic set backs and create a legacy project that can be used by students in the future!
NOTICE: Geo Retake will be offered once again at 3:22pm. This will be the 6th offering of the Geo Retake. Come by, ace the Geo Retake and have your original Geo Exam score changed to a perfect score of 40/40. Wow! What an offer! Don't pass up it up, especially if your grade in class is low.
c) Need help studying for the Geo Retake?
Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch. Not only is she a cool P Alumni but also a Geo Hall of Famer. Other cool stats about Sketch. She is about to graduate from college with a degree in English. Aside from being a college student, she works at Disneyland. She's traveled to Europe a few times. Mr. P and other teachers like Mrs Cerda will always positively remember Sketch as a silent-but-deadly student. She was one who was generally quiet, smart, did high quality work, cared about learning and obviously was a deep thinker. How will Mr P and other teachers remember you? Will they remember you at all?
THURSDAY November 6, 2008
1) Order & Stability Check
2) Vocab Game
3) Simple Quiz
4) MC French Revolution Review Quiz
HW
a) Study for French Revolution Mini-Exam
b) Organize & STAPLE French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10)
FRIDAY November 7, 2008
1) Turn in French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10) before tardy bell
2) Review Simple Quiz
3) French Revolution Mini-Exam
4) Start Napoleon (Day 1)
HW
a) Read The Age of Napoleon p. 128-136
b) Legacy Project approval deadline is Friday, November 14th
c) Semester Final is either the Final Exam or a Legacy Project. All students wishing to do a Legacy Project must get approval from Mr. P prior to November 15th.
d) All students not doing a Legacy Project will take a semester Final Exam. The Final Exam is multiple choice. Questions for the multiple choice exam will be cumulative. Thus, any content covered during the first semester can appear on the Semester Final Exam.
e) The Semester Final will be at the end of January. Students taking the Final Exam will take it at the end of January. Students doing a legacy project will turn it in the day the students (not doing a legacy project) take the Semester Final Exam.
SEMESTER FINAL
LEGACY PROJECT OR FINAL EXAM
Each semester students will have a choice of taking either the Final Exam or doing a Legacy Project as their ‘semester’ final. The semester final (exam or project) will equate to 20% - 25 % of the student’s semester grade. There is an application and qualification process that involves doing a legacy project. All students who do not apply or qualify to do a Legacy Project will partake in Final Exam process as a means of fulfilling their semester final obligation for the course. Written below are the specifics for both the Legacy Project and Final Exam.
LEGACY PROJECT
There are several purposes for students to apply to do a legacy project.
1) Students want to create a project to assist & inspire future students’ learning.
2) Students actually want to make a difference and contribute to the betterment of Mr. P’s class.
3) Students prefer to create a project versus taking an Exam for a final.
All student interested in doing a Legacy Project for their semester final must apply and qualify to do a legacy project. To apply and qualify for the Legacy Project, students must submit at least 3 typed proposals to Mr. P. In addition, students are required to schedule a brief meeting with Mr P after school to explain their legacy project proposals. Basically, students are to ‘sell’ their legacy project idea to Mr. P. Students will “qualify” to do a legacy project, if students convince Mr. P of the usefulness of their Legacy Proposal(s). Students should bring their 3 typed legacy proposals and explain them to Mr. P. At the after school meeting, students MUST do the following:
A) Be prepared, articulate and brief (Mr. P is a busy guy and doesn’t like to waste time)
B) Quickly & clearly explain to Mr. P your Legacy ideas (Mr. P has to be able to understand what it is)
C) Explain how it will be beneficial to future students, Mr. P, etc.
D) A typed working schedule that explains how you will be completing the project
E) Samples that demonstrate your ability to do certain kinds of work (i.e. your artwork, video equipment, computer skills or previous projects your done).
The deadline to apply and qualify for doing a Legacy Project as a student’s “Final” for the semester will be October 31st (Halloween). If a student does not apply and qualify by this date, the student will then, by way of default, partake in the Final Exam process at the end of the semester. If a student qualifies and agrees to do a Legacy Project, then he/she is committed to doing a Legacy Project. They will not be allowed to change from doing a Legacy Project to taking the “Final Exam.”
GROUP or SOLO WORK: Mr. P highly recommends that students work solo on their legacy project. Once again, he advises students do NOT work with other students. However, students might be allowed to work with others if they can justify the need to have more than one person do the project. Yet, the group work limit is 3 students. Students may also work with students in Mr. P’s other World History classes. Most importantly, if students qualify to work in a group it is entirely their choice and responsibility to do so. Mr. P will NOT, once again, will NOT hear any grievances or feel any sympathy pertaining to group work problems. Group work is a choice of the students. Again, Mr. P suggests students do NOT work in groups. Yet, students are old enough to make their own decision on such matter.
LEGACY GRADING SYSTEM:
A Grade:
Most likely any legacy project that will be or is actually used in Mr. P’s class achieves an “A” grade. If Mr. P will not use it in the future, it probably is NOT going to get an “A” grade. Legacy projects rarely take 1 day or 1 weekend to complete. Students with a desire to achieve an “A” should put in a fair amount of time and effort to complete their legacy project. However, time and effort does NOT necessarily equate to an “A” grade. Students can work very hard and still not achieve an “A” grade. The project should be of the utmost quality. It should also be ready for classroom use. Usually any needed adjustments that Mr. P has to do will deduct from the grade of the Legacy Project. All students witness how Mr. P runs the class on a daily basis. Students should become aware of what is “needed” and what “works” with regards to legacy projects. Also, “A” legacy projects are well labeled, packaged, easily stored or accessed. Presentation of the Legacy Project is memorable. It is NOT just another boring final presentation. Fellow students believe the project is useful and of quality.
B Grade:
Usually a good legacy project but does not do all the requirements listed for an “A” grade. Most likely, a “B” grade results because Mr. P will have to “adjust” the project so that it can be used in class. “B” rate Legacy Projects lack the originality, usefulness and quality in comparison to “A” rate Legacy Projects. Presentation of the project is above average and is somewhat memorable.
C Grade:
Results when the Legacy Project will NOT be used in the classroom. It does NOT fulfill the general standards of a “B” grade. Presentation of the project is average and is NOT memorable.
D Grade:
“D” stands for Disappointment. This project is obviously substandard to what is expected of Legacy Projects. It appears to be done quickly and with substandard care. It will NOT be used in the classroom. Presentation is unprepared, robotic and/or boring.
F Grade:
Produces an overall gross Legacy Project. There is a sense of making a mockery out of doing the Legacy Project. Unorganized and poor presentation. If anything, this project serves as a sample of what NOT to do for a Legacy Project.
FINAL EXAM
The Final Exam will take place the day of the scheduled final in late January for the fall semester and in June for the spring semester. The Final Exam will consist of approximately 200 multiple choice questions. The questions will be related to the unit topics covered during the semester. Students are welcome to pick the Final Exam as their semester final.
180 – 200 correct; 90% - 100% = A
160 – 179 correct; 80% - 89% = B
140 – 159 correct; 70% - 79% = C
120 – 139 correct; 60% - 69% = D
0 – 119 correct; 0 - 59% = F
WORLD HISTORY UNITS
FALL SEMESTER
1) Geography
2) Autocracy vs Democracy
3) Middle Ages – American Revolution
4) French Revolution & Napoleon
5) Industrial Revolution
6) Nationalism & Imperialism
7) WWI
SPRING SEMESTER
1) Geography
8) 20th Century Revolution & Nationalism
9) WWII
10) Cold War
11) Current Issues
Jazz is original American music.
One thing Leads to Another
was a good 80s song by the Fixx
The Ways
French Revolution for Beginners is a a solid little book for those interested in knowing a little bit more about the French Revolution
Ask Mr P about it
1) Table of Contents
2) K.W.L.(have at least 22 points listed under L portion for full credit)
3) Vocabulary(p.107-126)
4) Pie Chart (p.108-110)
5) Revolution Threatens the French King (p.108-114)
6) Marie Antionette (ask Mr P for a copy if you cannot read the worksheet online. Also, answer the questions on your own sheet of paper.)
7) Marie Antoinette Video Notes
8) The Execution of Louis XVI (ask Mr P for a copy if you cannot read the worksheet online. Also, answer the questions on your own sheet of paper.)
9) Guided Notes
10) 6 Stages Chart &
FRENCH REVOLUTION POWER POINTS
Use Technical Thompson's Website and scroll down to the unit on French Revolution for help with Assignments 1-10.
Sketch's Website has French Revolution Vocab help. Thanks Sketch! Gee, thanks for making class for students that much more simple. Students should use Sketch's Vocab help but write down definitions using their own West High vernacular. Mr. P will NOT give students credit if they copy Sketch's definitions word for word. Also, Sketch was known for pulling off clever tricks like giving the wrong definition at times to make sure students are thinking and NOT just copying definitions. It is best to check Sketch's definitions against other sources.
C & C French Revolution Vocab help. Same rules mentioned above for Sketch's website applies here.
For students seeking additional reading on the French Revolution, Mr P's Random French Revolution Book Picks for Students are:
a) French Revolution for Beginners by Martin McCrory & Robert Moulder
b) A Short History of the French Revolution by Jeremy Popkin
c) The French Revolution & Napoleonic Era by Owen Connelly
MONDAY November 3, 2008
1) Post Halloween
2) MC Exam Results
3) School Year Thus Far
4) P-Ville Talk
a) Order & Stability Check
b) Daily Announcements
c) Glorious Race
d) Weekly Meetings
5) Start French Revolution
a) TOC
b) K.W.L.
c) Pie Chart
d) 6 Stages of FR
e) Vocabulary
HW:
a) Read p.107-113
b) Start Vocabulary (Assign #3) - Vocab help above
c) Complete Pie Chart (Assign #4)
d) Revolution Threatens the King (Assign #5)
Need help studying for the Geo Retake? Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch.
TUESDAY November 4, 2008
1) Pie Chart (Assign #4) - Review
2) 6 Stages of French Revolution (Assign #10) - Review
3) Revolution Threatens the King (Assign #5) - Review
HW:
a) Read Section 2 & 3 from Textbook p. 114 - 125
b) Guided Reading Notes for Section 2 & 3 (Assign #9)
b) Complete Vocab (Assign #3) & Study for Vocab Game
c) Marie Antoinette (Assign #6) Read and Answer Questions
d) King Louis' Execution (Assign #8) Read and Answer Questions
Need help studying for the Geo Retake? Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch.
WEDNESDAY November 5, 2008
1) Order & Stability or SSR for Assign 6-8
2) 6 Stages of French Revolution (Assign #10)- Review
3) Guided Notes (Assign #9) - Review
4) Political Spectrum (Assign #9) - Review
5) Short Video on Marie Antoinette (If time permits. Otherwise, omit assignment #7)
HW
a) Organize & STAPLE French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10)
b) Study for French Revolution Mini - Exam
Suggestions for Studying:
1) Review Vocab (Assign #3) - Use Sketch's French Revolution Vocab Review and C & C French Revolution Vocab help.
2) Review Pie Chart (Assign #4)
3) Review Revolution Threatens King (Assign #5)
4) Review Guided Notes (Assign #9)
5) Review 6 Stages (Assign #10)
6) Take P Alumni Peymaneh's Quizzes on the French Revolution. Peymaneh's created these quizzes based reading from the old World History textbook. Still, the questions are generally useful for any quiz on the French Revolution. Peymaneh created this legacy project only after living in the US for 8 months. Some of her quiz questions do contain grammar and spelling errors. Mr. P did NOT correct them on purpose. He wanted to also showcase this legacy project to demonstrate what a student can produce despite facing academic setbacks (i.e. Learning a new language and adapting to a new culture). Are you a student facing your own academic setbacks? Mr P challenges you to step it up like Paymaneh, overcome academic set backs and create a legacy project that can be used by students in the future!
NOTICE: Geo Retake will be offered once again at 3:22pm. This will be the 6th offering of the Geo Retake. Come by, ace the Geo Retake and have your original Geo Exam score changed to a perfect score of 40/40. Wow! What an offer! Don't pass up it up, especially if your grade in class is low.
c) Need help studying for the Geo Retake?
Use Sketch's Geo Review. Let Mr P know if it is helpful so he could email Sketch. Not only is she a cool P Alumni but also a Geo Hall of Famer. Other cool stats about Sketch. She is about to graduate from college with a degree in English. Aside from being a college student, she works at Disneyland. She's traveled to Europe a few times. Mr. P and other teachers like Mrs Cerda will always positively remember Sketch as a silent-but-deadly student. She was one who was generally quiet, smart, did high quality work, cared about learning and obviously was a deep thinker. How will Mr P and other teachers remember you? Will they remember you at all?
THURSDAY November 6, 2008
1) Order & Stability Check
2) Vocab Game
3) Simple Quiz
4) MC French Revolution Review Quiz
HW
a) Study for French Revolution Mini-Exam
b) Organize & STAPLE French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10)
FRIDAY November 7, 2008
1) Turn in French Revolution Packet (Assign 1-10) before tardy bell
2) Review Simple Quiz
3) French Revolution Mini-Exam
4) Start Napoleon (Day 1)
HW
a) Read The Age of Napoleon p. 128-136
b) Legacy Project approval deadline is Friday, November 14th
c) Semester Final is either the Final Exam or a Legacy Project. All students wishing to do a Legacy Project must get approval from Mr. P prior to November 15th.
d) All students not doing a Legacy Project will take a semester Final Exam. The Final Exam is multiple choice. Questions for the multiple choice exam will be cumulative. Thus, any content covered during the first semester can appear on the Semester Final Exam.
e) The Semester Final will be at the end of January. Students taking the Final Exam will take it at the end of January. Students doing a legacy project will turn it in the day the students (not doing a legacy project) take the Semester Final Exam.
SEMESTER FINAL
LEGACY PROJECT OR FINAL EXAM
Each semester students will have a choice of taking either the Final Exam or doing a Legacy Project as their ‘semester’ final. The semester final (exam or project) will equate to 20% - 25 % of the student’s semester grade. There is an application and qualification process that involves doing a legacy project. All students who do not apply or qualify to do a Legacy Project will partake in Final Exam process as a means of fulfilling their semester final obligation for the course. Written below are the specifics for both the Legacy Project and Final Exam.
LEGACY PROJECT
There are several purposes for students to apply to do a legacy project.
1) Students want to create a project to assist & inspire future students’ learning.
2) Students actually want to make a difference and contribute to the betterment of Mr. P’s class.
3) Students prefer to create a project versus taking an Exam for a final.
All student interested in doing a Legacy Project for their semester final must apply and qualify to do a legacy project. To apply and qualify for the Legacy Project, students must submit at least 3 typed proposals to Mr. P. In addition, students are required to schedule a brief meeting with Mr P after school to explain their legacy project proposals. Basically, students are to ‘sell’ their legacy project idea to Mr. P. Students will “qualify” to do a legacy project, if students convince Mr. P of the usefulness of their Legacy Proposal(s). Students should bring their 3 typed legacy proposals and explain them to Mr. P. At the after school meeting, students MUST do the following:
A) Be prepared, articulate and brief (Mr. P is a busy guy and doesn’t like to waste time)
B) Quickly & clearly explain to Mr. P your Legacy ideas (Mr. P has to be able to understand what it is)
C) Explain how it will be beneficial to future students, Mr. P, etc.
D) A typed working schedule that explains how you will be completing the project
E) Samples that demonstrate your ability to do certain kinds of work (i.e. your artwork, video equipment, computer skills or previous projects your done).
The deadline to apply and qualify for doing a Legacy Project as a student’s “Final” for the semester will be October 31st (Halloween). If a student does not apply and qualify by this date, the student will then, by way of default, partake in the Final Exam process at the end of the semester. If a student qualifies and agrees to do a Legacy Project, then he/she is committed to doing a Legacy Project. They will not be allowed to change from doing a Legacy Project to taking the “Final Exam.”
GROUP or SOLO WORK: Mr. P highly recommends that students work solo on their legacy project. Once again, he advises students do NOT work with other students. However, students might be allowed to work with others if they can justify the need to have more than one person do the project. Yet, the group work limit is 3 students. Students may also work with students in Mr. P’s other World History classes. Most importantly, if students qualify to work in a group it is entirely their choice and responsibility to do so. Mr. P will NOT, once again, will NOT hear any grievances or feel any sympathy pertaining to group work problems. Group work is a choice of the students. Again, Mr. P suggests students do NOT work in groups. Yet, students are old enough to make their own decision on such matter.
LEGACY GRADING SYSTEM:
A Grade:
Most likely any legacy project that will be or is actually used in Mr. P’s class achieves an “A” grade. If Mr. P will not use it in the future, it probably is NOT going to get an “A” grade. Legacy projects rarely take 1 day or 1 weekend to complete. Students with a desire to achieve an “A” should put in a fair amount of time and effort to complete their legacy project. However, time and effort does NOT necessarily equate to an “A” grade. Students can work very hard and still not achieve an “A” grade. The project should be of the utmost quality. It should also be ready for classroom use. Usually any needed adjustments that Mr. P has to do will deduct from the grade of the Legacy Project. All students witness how Mr. P runs the class on a daily basis. Students should become aware of what is “needed” and what “works” with regards to legacy projects. Also, “A” legacy projects are well labeled, packaged, easily stored or accessed. Presentation of the Legacy Project is memorable. It is NOT just another boring final presentation. Fellow students believe the project is useful and of quality.
B Grade:
Usually a good legacy project but does not do all the requirements listed for an “A” grade. Most likely, a “B” grade results because Mr. P will have to “adjust” the project so that it can be used in class. “B” rate Legacy Projects lack the originality, usefulness and quality in comparison to “A” rate Legacy Projects. Presentation of the project is above average and is somewhat memorable.
C Grade:
Results when the Legacy Project will NOT be used in the classroom. It does NOT fulfill the general standards of a “B” grade. Presentation of the project is average and is NOT memorable.
D Grade:
“D” stands for Disappointment. This project is obviously substandard to what is expected of Legacy Projects. It appears to be done quickly and with substandard care. It will NOT be used in the classroom. Presentation is unprepared, robotic and/or boring.
F Grade:
Produces an overall gross Legacy Project. There is a sense of making a mockery out of doing the Legacy Project. Unorganized and poor presentation. If anything, this project serves as a sample of what NOT to do for a Legacy Project.
FINAL EXAM
The Final Exam will take place the day of the scheduled final in late January for the fall semester and in June for the spring semester. The Final Exam will consist of approximately 200 multiple choice questions. The questions will be related to the unit topics covered during the semester. Students are welcome to pick the Final Exam as their semester final.
180 – 200 correct; 90% - 100% = A
160 – 179 correct; 80% - 89% = B
140 – 159 correct; 70% - 79% = C
120 – 139 correct; 60% - 69% = D
0 – 119 correct; 0 - 59% = F
WORLD HISTORY UNITS
FALL SEMESTER
1) Geography
2) Autocracy vs Democracy
3) Middle Ages – American Revolution
4) French Revolution & Napoleon
5) Industrial Revolution
6) Nationalism & Imperialism
7) WWI
SPRING SEMESTER
1) Geography
8) 20th Century Revolution & Nationalism
9) WWII
10) Cold War
11) Current Issues
Jazz is original American music.
One thing Leads to Another
was a good 80s song by the Fixx
The Ways
French Revolution for Beginners is a a solid little book for those interested in knowing a little bit more about the French Revolution
Ask Mr P about it
Monday, November 16, 2009
This is the last week for the Most Radical Nerds... Unit.
Unit 3: Middle Ages - American Revolution
1) Middle Ages
2) Renaissance
3) Northern Renaissance
4) Exploration
5) Reformation
6) Scientific Revolution
7) Enlightenment
8) American Revolution
Table of Contents for Unit Assignments
1) TOC
2) Spectrum of Time (Power Point) / One Thing Leads to Another (Power Point) (Pre Test)
3) Vocab List (Students will not have to write out but are expected to know vocab)
4) Middle Ages a) Daily Life & 8 Questions b)Cloze Passage
5) Renaissance Basics
6) Renaissance People (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
6 & 7) Renaissance Art & North Renaissance Art (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
7) North Renaissance Notes - (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
8) Exploration Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
9) Reformation Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
10) Scientific Revolution (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
11) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
12) Enlightenment Thinkers (Power point) & (Worksheet)
13) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
14) Democracy in Action
SEMESTER FINAL EXAM OR PROJECT?
Soon Mr P will start class off by asking each student: Semester Final: What are you going to do?
- The Final Exam or Final Project?
- Deadline to decide is the Wednesday after Thanksgiving
- Finals will be the last week of the semester (End of January)
The Final Exam
a) It will be a 100 Multiple Choice Question Cumulative Exam.
b) Cumulative exams cover content studied throughout the semester (Sept – January)
Final Projects (Legacy Projects)
a) All must be approved by Mr P prior to the Wednesday after Thanksgiving 2009
b) All students NOT approved to do Legacy Projects will take the Final Exam
SCROLL DOWN below this week’s agenda to read the details about the Semester Project.
MONDAY – November 16th, 2009
1) P-ville (30 second speeches)
2) Legacy or Final Exam
3) One Thing Leads to Another...
4) Enlightenment Thinkers
5) Enlightenment Questions
HW:
a) Auto vs Demo Essay Re-writes (Due by Friday) - Did you write up a 5 paragraph essay and get it back? Did you now follow Mr P 5 paragraph essay format? Did you not watch Mr P's Essay Video close enough? Do you need to take better Essay Video Notes?
AUTOCRACY & DEMOCRACY ESSAY INFORMATION
a) 5 paragraph essay (Due Friday, November 20)
b) The 5 paragraph essay prompt is:
Assess the validity of this statement: Autocracy is the best form of government.
Well, get going! Mr P wants and expects high quality work from his students. You have until Friday to get your Essay Re-write turned back in. If you fail to do so, you'll be invited to attend Mr P's after school essay gulag. This is NOT fun stuff and NOT worth your time. Avoid this like the plague. If you need help with your essay, Mr P is available to help after school or you can ask Mr P's 6th Period TA, Aret Frost and he will tell you if your essay is 'cool' or not.
b) Complete Enlightenment Assignments (if you haven't already done so)
11) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
12) Enlightenment Thinkers (Power point) & (Worksheet)
c) Take Notes in advance to avoid the madness of fast note taking during class. This way you can listen more carefully, ask questions and check over your notes instead of writing frantically like an academic zombie.
13) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
TUESDAY – November 17th, 2009 Minimum Day
1) Student Generated Test Questions? (Come by Wednesday at Lunch to help Mr P make up fair but challenging test questions. Bring your textbook, vocab list, your mind full of possible multiple choice question ideas and a serious work ethic.)
2) P-Ville - 30 second speeches (Election on Friday)
3) Enlightenment Figures - Classical Music
4) Enlightenment Questions - (Be sure you know the answer to such questions as:
a) What idea did the Enlightenment use from the Scientific Revolution? Why? (p.54-55)
b) Name and explain 2 ways the Enlightenment ideas were spread? (p.57 & 61)
c) What was a Salon? (p.57 & 61)
d) How did the relationship change between the ruler and the people? (p.63-65)
e) Who were some of the Enlightened Monarchs? How exactly were they 'enlightened'? (p.63-65)
f) Name and Explain 3 long-term effects the Enlightenment thinking had on Western Civilization? (p.58, 60-61)
g) What new styles of writing and forms of literature were developed? (p.63)
h) Who was that Voltaire guy? What did he contribute to the Enlightenment? (p.56)
5) American Revolution in a nutshell - School House Rock Review
HW:
a) Textbook Reading - Perhaps during SSR or read at home to prep for Friday's Exam
Enlightenment
1) Philosophy in the Age of Reason (p.54-59)
2) Enlightenment Ideas Spread (p.60-65)
American Revolution & Constitution
1) Birth of the American Republic (p.67-76)
b) Do you know your rights? Check out the Charts on p.73 & 76. Mr P really likes Amendments 1, 4, 5 & 10. Know your basic rights! Hint! Hint! Hint!
c) For the more intellectually hungry student, read:
1) The Declaration of Independence written by Thomas Jefferson on p.80-83.
2) The US Constitution written by James Madison on p.84-105.
Yes, be different from most of your fellow Americans and actually read over and get to know the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Mr P estimates that around 10% of Americans have actually read the US Constitution. That means in a nation of 300 million, only 30 million have read the document. Of that 30 million, how many have read the Constitution more than once? Half? 15 million? Mr P usually reads over these documents 2 to 3 times each year. Hey, join an elite club of Americanos that have read the Constitution more than once.
OPPORTUNITY! OPPORTUNITY!
A) Geo Retake @ 3:22
a) Sketch's Geo Review Website - Email and thank her at oliviasketch@yahoo.com
b) Technical Thompson's Website - Email and thank her at music.freek@gmail.com
GEOGRAPHY NOTICE: Mr. P MIGHT be hosting the Geography Re-take Exam #5 Wednesday at 3:22pm. All students interested in trying to ace the Exam in order to change their original score are invited to attend. Mr. P will likely hold Geo Re-take Exams once a week. If a student can't make the Re-take this week, students are welcome to show for a future Geo Re-take. Yet, do note that Mr. P does the Geo Re-take Exams out of the kindness of his heart and love for Geography. There is NO guarantee that Mr. P will give the Retake Exam after school, especially if Mr. P has personal or other matter to attend to. Once Mr. P’s wife and twins return to California he will likely NOT have the time to offer such opportunity. He’ll be busy changing diapers and doing such stuff. So take advantage now of the Geo Retake offerings while they last.
WEDNESDAY – November 18th, 2009
1) American Revolution Review
2) US Constitution
3) Bill of Rights
4) Democracy in Action
HW:
Study for Friday Exam... How?
a) Read over Chapter 2 Sections 1-3 (p.53-73)
b) Look over Enlightenment Figures (Worksheet)
- Complete by Thursday - Easy stuff. It is simply your opinion.
c) Look over Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
d) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
THURSDAY – November 19th, 2009
1) Middles Ages - American Revolution Review
2) Bill of Rights
3) Democracy in Action (Due Monday November 23rd)
B) A NEW GEOGRAPHY EXTRA CREDIT - is due at lunch or after school on student computer
Who can do the Extra Credit? Any student who has a quarter grade of less than 70%.
What must get done? Student can fix Geo Power Pts that other students submitted or they can redo Geo Practice Exams.
How is the work done? follow instructions, Mr P's sample power pt format or ask students listed below for help.
How much will the extra credit be? Depends on the quality of your work. Do a flawless job and follow the Assignment Info, then a student could earn up to 10 points per Exam. They can do 3 exams over and earn a possible 30 extra credit points.
When is this due? These flawless power points are due before the Tuesday following Thanksgiving.
Where does a student turn this in? at the student computer at lunch or after school.
GEOGRAPHY EXTRA CREDIT:
1) Assignment Info
2) Example (Geddy Lee)
3) Geo Maps & Location Info
Confused on the extra credit? Talk to the following students for help:
Period 2 - Kevin "Power Pt Proud" Yang
Period 5 - Justin "Blah Blah Blah" Lui or Earl "The Pearl" A.
Period 6 - Travis"Pin Drop" Clemison
HW:
Study for Friday Exam... How?
a) Read over Chapter 2 Sections 1-3 (p.53-73)
b) Look over Enlightenment Figures (Worksheet)
- Complete by Thursday - Easy stuff. It is simply your opinion.
c) Look over Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
d) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
FRIDAY November 20, 2009
1) Packets are due before the tardy bell
2) Middle Ages - American Revolution Exam
HW:
a) Democracy in Action
DO YOU HAVE TO DO THE ESSAY RE-WRITE? BELOW IS SOME INFO YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL.
AUTOCRACY vs DEMOCRACY
1) Table of Contents (TOC)
2) Nader's Deserted Island (Omit)
3) Scenarios / Spectrum (Spectrum & Vocab Power Pt)
4) Vocabulary Worksheet
.....a) Sketch's 2002 Online Vocab Email Sketch and tell her thanks for helping you out. oliviasketch@yahoo.com
.....b) Milie's 2008 Power Pt Vocab Game Email Milie and tell her thanks for helping you out
.....c) Vocab List and Vocab Game Point System
5) Timeline
6) Historical Figures - Front Page includes John Locke & Back Page includes King Louis XIV
.....a) Historical Figure Group Prep & Instructions
7) QuickWrite: Which historical figure's ideas do you like the most? Why are those ideas better than others? (2/3 Page)
7a) Discussion Notes Worksheet (Worksheet) & (Power Point)
AUTOCRACY & DEMOCRACY ESSAY INFORMATION
a) 5 paragraph essay (Due Friday, November 20)
b) The 5 paragraph essay prompt is:
Assess the validity of this statement: Autocracy is the best form of government.
Need help with writing your 5 paragraph essay watch the Essay Bunch & Essay Video Notes to help out while you watch. Follow the essay notes & video and your 5 paragraph essay should be splendid.
SEMESTER FINAL
LEGACY PROJECT OR FINAL EXAM
Each semester students will have a choice of taking either the Final Exam or doing a Legacy Project as their ‘semester’ final. The semester final (exam or project) will equate to 20% - 25 % of the student’s semester grade. There is an application and qualification process that involves doing a legacy project. All students who do not apply or qualify to do a Legacy Project will partake in Final Exam process as a means of fulfilling their semester final obligation for the course. Written below are the specifics for both the Legacy Project and Final Exam.
LEGACY PROJECT
There are several purposes for students to apply to do a legacy project.
1) Students want to create a project to assist & inspire future students’ learning.
2) Students actually want to make a difference and contribute to the betterment of Mr. P’s class.
3) Students prefer to create a project versus taking an Exam for a final.
All student interested in doing a Legacy Project for their semester final must apply and qualify to do a legacy project. To apply and qualify for the Legacy Project, students must submit at least 3 typed proposals to Mr. P. In addition, students are required to schedule a brief meeting with Mr P after school to explain their legacy project proposals. Basically, students are to ‘sell’ their legacy project idea to Mr. P. Students will “qualify” to do a legacy project, if students convince Mr. P of the usefulness of their Legacy Proposal(s). Students should bring their 3 typed legacy proposals and explain them to Mr. P. At the after school meeting, students MUST do the following:
A) Be prepared, articulate and brief (Mr. P is a busy guy and doesn’t like to waste time)
B) Quickly & clearly explain to Mr. P your Legacy ideas (Mr. P has to be able to understand what it is)
C) Explain how it will be beneficial to future students, Mr. P, etc.
D) A typed working schedule that explains how you will be completing the project
E) Samples that demonstrate your ability to do certain kinds of work (i.e. your artwork, video equipment, computer skills or previous projects you've done).
The deadline to apply and qualify for doing a Legacy Project as a student’s “Final” for the semester will be the Wednesday after Thanksgiving. If a student does not apply and qualify by this date, the student will then, by way of default, partake in the Final Exam process at the end of the semester. If a student qualifies and agrees to do a Legacy Project, then he/she is committed to doing a Legacy Project. They will not be allowed to change from doing a Legacy Project to taking the “Final Exam.”
GROUP or SOLO WORK: Mr. P highly recommends that students work solo on their legacy project. Once again, he advises students do NOT work with other students. However, students might be allowed to work with others if they can justify the need to have more than one person do the project. Yet, the group work limit is 3 students. Students may also work with students in Mr. P’s other World History classes. Most importantly, if students qualify to work in a group it is entirely their choice and responsibility to do so. Mr. P will NOT, once again, will NOT hear any grievances or feel any sympathy pertaining to group work problems. Group work is a choice of the students. Again, Mr. P suggests students do NOT work in groups. Yet, students are old enough to make their own decision on such matter.
LEGACY GRADING SYSTEM:
A Grade:
Most likely any legacy project that will be or is actually used in Mr. P’s class achieves an “A” grade. If Mr. P will not use it in the future, it probably is NOT going to get an “A” grade. Legacy projects rarely take 1 day or 1 weekend to complete. Students with a desire to achieve an “A” should put in a fair amount of time and effort to complete their legacy project. However, time and effort does NOT necessarily equate to an “A” grade. Students can work very hard and still not achieve an “A” grade. The project should be of the utmost quality. It should also be ready for classroom use. Usually any needed adjustments that Mr. P has to do will deduct from the grade of the Legacy Project. All students witness how Mr. P runs the class on a daily basis. Students should become aware of what is “needed” and what “works” with regards to legacy projects. Also, “A” legacy projects are well labeled, packaged, easily stored or accessed. Presentation of the Legacy Project is memorable. It is NOT just another boring final presentation. Fellow students believe the project is useful and of quality.
B Grade:
Usually a good legacy project but does not do all the requirements listed for an “A” grade. Most likely, a “B” grade results because Mr. P will have to “adjust” the project so that it can be used in class. “B” rate Legacy Projects lack the originality, usefulness and quality in comparison to “A” rate Legacy Projects. Presentation of the project is above average and is somewhat memorable.
C Grade:
Results when the Legacy Project will NOT be used in the classroom. It does NOT fulfill the general standards of a “B” grade. Presentation of the project is average and is NOT memorable.
D Grade:
“D” stands for Disappointment. This project is obviously substandard to what is expected of Legacy Projects. It appears to be done quickly and with substandard care. It will NOT be used in the classroom. Presentation is unprepared, robotic and/or boring.
F Grade:
Produces an overall gross Legacy Project. There is a sense of making a mockery out of doing the Legacy Project. Unorganized and poor presentation. If anything, this project serves as a sample of what NOT to do for a Legacy Project.
FINAL EXAM
The Final Exam will take place the day of the scheduled final in late January for the fall semester and in June for the spring semester. The Final Exam will consist of approximately 200 multiple choice questions. The questions will be related to the unit topics covered during the semester. Students are welcome to pick the Final Exam as their semester final.
180 – 200 correct; 90% - 100% = A
160 – 179 correct; 80% - 89% = B
140 – 159 correct; 70% - 79% = C
120 – 139 correct; 60% - 69% = D
0 – 119 correct; 0 - 59% = F
WORLD HISTORY UNITS
FALL SEMESTER
1) Geography
2) Autocracy vs Democracy
3) Middle Ages – American Revolution
4) French Revolution & Napoleon
5) Industrial Revolution
6) Nationalism & Imperialism
7) WWI
SPRING SEMESTER
1) Geography
8) 20th Century Revolution & Nationalism
9) WWII
10) Cold War
11) Current Issues
Mr P listened to these songs while updating his website for you this week. And now Mr P introduces you to:
1) E.S.T. Tuesday Wonderland
2) Chopin Waltz Op.64 No.1 "Minute Waltz"
3) Ravel's Bolero
4) Beethoven's 5th
5) Beethoven's Fur Elise
6) Beethoven's Fur Elise (Trippy Cool Version)
7) Eddie Platt's Fur Elise on Guitar
8) Lastly, meet Vadrum the Italian Drummer who really must be an alien because his drumming is so out of this world. Rondo alla Turca (Turkish March) and check Vadrum Meets William Tell
Unit 3: Middle Ages - American Revolution
1) Middle Ages
2) Renaissance
3) Northern Renaissance
4) Exploration
5) Reformation
6) Scientific Revolution
7) Enlightenment
8) American Revolution
Table of Contents for Unit Assignments
1) TOC
2) Spectrum of Time (Power Point) / One Thing Leads to Another (Power Point) (Pre Test)
3) Vocab List (Students will not have to write out but are expected to know vocab)
4) Middle Ages a) Daily Life & 8 Questions b)Cloze Passage
5) Renaissance Basics
6) Renaissance People (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
6 & 7) Renaissance Art & North Renaissance Art (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
7) North Renaissance Notes - (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
8) Exploration Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
9) Reformation Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
10) Scientific Revolution (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
11) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
12) Enlightenment Thinkers (Power point) & (Worksheet)
13) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
14) Democracy in Action
SEMESTER FINAL EXAM OR PROJECT?
Soon Mr P will start class off by asking each student: Semester Final: What are you going to do?
- The Final Exam or Final Project?
- Deadline to decide is the Wednesday after Thanksgiving
- Finals will be the last week of the semester (End of January)
The Final Exam
a) It will be a 100 Multiple Choice Question Cumulative Exam.
b) Cumulative exams cover content studied throughout the semester (Sept – January)
Final Projects (Legacy Projects)
a) All must be approved by Mr P prior to the Wednesday after Thanksgiving 2009
b) All students NOT approved to do Legacy Projects will take the Final Exam
SCROLL DOWN below this week’s agenda to read the details about the Semester Project.
MONDAY – November 16th, 2009
1) P-ville (30 second speeches)
2) Legacy or Final Exam
3) One Thing Leads to Another...
4) Enlightenment Thinkers
5) Enlightenment Questions
HW:
a) Auto vs Demo Essay Re-writes (Due by Friday) - Did you write up a 5 paragraph essay and get it back? Did you now follow Mr P 5 paragraph essay format? Did you not watch Mr P's Essay Video close enough? Do you need to take better Essay Video Notes?
AUTOCRACY & DEMOCRACY ESSAY INFORMATION
a) 5 paragraph essay (Due Friday, November 20)
b) The 5 paragraph essay prompt is:
Assess the validity of this statement: Autocracy is the best form of government.
Well, get going! Mr P wants and expects high quality work from his students. You have until Friday to get your Essay Re-write turned back in. If you fail to do so, you'll be invited to attend Mr P's after school essay gulag. This is NOT fun stuff and NOT worth your time. Avoid this like the plague. If you need help with your essay, Mr P is available to help after school or you can ask Mr P's 6th Period TA, Aret Frost and he will tell you if your essay is 'cool' or not.
b) Complete Enlightenment Assignments (if you haven't already done so)
11) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
12) Enlightenment Thinkers (Power point) & (Worksheet)
c) Take Notes in advance to avoid the madness of fast note taking during class. This way you can listen more carefully, ask questions and check over your notes instead of writing frantically like an academic zombie.
13) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
TUESDAY – November 17th, 2009 Minimum Day
1) Student Generated Test Questions? (Come by Wednesday at Lunch to help Mr P make up fair but challenging test questions. Bring your textbook, vocab list, your mind full of possible multiple choice question ideas and a serious work ethic.)
2) P-Ville - 30 second speeches (Election on Friday)
3) Enlightenment Figures - Classical Music
4) Enlightenment Questions - (Be sure you know the answer to such questions as:
a) What idea did the Enlightenment use from the Scientific Revolution? Why? (p.54-55)
b) Name and explain 2 ways the Enlightenment ideas were spread? (p.57 & 61)
c) What was a Salon? (p.57 & 61)
d) How did the relationship change between the ruler and the people? (p.63-65)
e) Who were some of the Enlightened Monarchs? How exactly were they 'enlightened'? (p.63-65)
f) Name and Explain 3 long-term effects the Enlightenment thinking had on Western Civilization? (p.58, 60-61)
g) What new styles of writing and forms of literature were developed? (p.63)
h) Who was that Voltaire guy? What did he contribute to the Enlightenment? (p.56)
5) American Revolution in a nutshell - School House Rock Review
HW:
a) Textbook Reading - Perhaps during SSR or read at home to prep for Friday's Exam
Enlightenment
1) Philosophy in the Age of Reason (p.54-59)
2) Enlightenment Ideas Spread (p.60-65)
American Revolution & Constitution
1) Birth of the American Republic (p.67-76)
b) Do you know your rights? Check out the Charts on p.73 & 76. Mr P really likes Amendments 1, 4, 5 & 10. Know your basic rights! Hint! Hint! Hint!
c) For the more intellectually hungry student, read:
1) The Declaration of Independence written by Thomas Jefferson on p.80-83.
2) The US Constitution written by James Madison on p.84-105.
Yes, be different from most of your fellow Americans and actually read over and get to know the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Mr P estimates that around 10% of Americans have actually read the US Constitution. That means in a nation of 300 million, only 30 million have read the document. Of that 30 million, how many have read the Constitution more than once? Half? 15 million? Mr P usually reads over these documents 2 to 3 times each year. Hey, join an elite club of Americanos that have read the Constitution more than once.
OPPORTUNITY! OPPORTUNITY!
A) Geo Retake @ 3:22
a) Sketch's Geo Review Website - Email and thank her at oliviasketch@yahoo.com
b) Technical Thompson's Website - Email and thank her at music.freek@gmail.com
GEOGRAPHY NOTICE: Mr. P MIGHT be hosting the Geography Re-take Exam #5 Wednesday at 3:22pm. All students interested in trying to ace the Exam in order to change their original score are invited to attend. Mr. P will likely hold Geo Re-take Exams once a week. If a student can't make the Re-take this week, students are welcome to show for a future Geo Re-take. Yet, do note that Mr. P does the Geo Re-take Exams out of the kindness of his heart and love for Geography. There is NO guarantee that Mr. P will give the Retake Exam after school, especially if Mr. P has personal or other matter to attend to. Once Mr. P’s wife and twins return to California he will likely NOT have the time to offer such opportunity. He’ll be busy changing diapers and doing such stuff. So take advantage now of the Geo Retake offerings while they last.
WEDNESDAY – November 18th, 2009
1) American Revolution Review
2) US Constitution
3) Bill of Rights
4) Democracy in Action
HW:
Study for Friday Exam... How?
a) Read over Chapter 2 Sections 1-3 (p.53-73)
b) Look over Enlightenment Figures (Worksheet)
- Complete by Thursday - Easy stuff. It is simply your opinion.
c) Look over Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
d) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
THURSDAY – November 19th, 2009
1) Middles Ages - American Revolution Review
2) Bill of Rights
3) Democracy in Action (Due Monday November 23rd)
B) A NEW GEOGRAPHY EXTRA CREDIT - is due at lunch or after school on student computer
Who can do the Extra Credit? Any student who has a quarter grade of less than 70%.
What must get done? Student can fix Geo Power Pts that other students submitted or they can redo Geo Practice Exams.
How is the work done? follow instructions, Mr P's sample power pt format or ask students listed below for help.
How much will the extra credit be? Depends on the quality of your work. Do a flawless job and follow the Assignment Info, then a student could earn up to 10 points per Exam. They can do 3 exams over and earn a possible 30 extra credit points.
When is this due? These flawless power points are due before the Tuesday following Thanksgiving.
Where does a student turn this in? at the student computer at lunch or after school.
GEOGRAPHY EXTRA CREDIT:
1) Assignment Info
2) Example (Geddy Lee)
3) Geo Maps & Location Info
Confused on the extra credit? Talk to the following students for help:
Period 2 - Kevin "Power Pt Proud" Yang
Period 5 - Justin "Blah Blah Blah" Lui or Earl "The Pearl" A.
Period 6 - Travis"Pin Drop" Clemison
HW:
Study for Friday Exam... How?
a) Read over Chapter 2 Sections 1-3 (p.53-73)
b) Look over Enlightenment Figures (Worksheet)
- Complete by Thursday - Easy stuff. It is simply your opinion.
c) Look over Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
d) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
FRIDAY November 20, 2009
1) Packets are due before the tardy bell
2) Middle Ages - American Revolution Exam
HW:
a) Democracy in Action
DO YOU HAVE TO DO THE ESSAY RE-WRITE? BELOW IS SOME INFO YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL.
AUTOCRACY vs DEMOCRACY
1) Table of Contents (TOC)
2) Nader's Deserted Island (Omit)
3) Scenarios / Spectrum (Spectrum & Vocab Power Pt)
4) Vocabulary Worksheet
.....a) Sketch's 2002 Online Vocab Email Sketch and tell her thanks for helping you out. oliviasketch@yahoo.com
.....b) Milie's 2008 Power Pt Vocab Game Email Milie and tell her thanks for helping you out
.....c) Vocab List and Vocab Game Point System
5) Timeline
6) Historical Figures - Front Page includes John Locke & Back Page includes King Louis XIV
.....a) Historical Figure Group Prep & Instructions
7) QuickWrite: Which historical figure's ideas do you like the most? Why are those ideas better than others? (2/3 Page)
7a) Discussion Notes Worksheet (Worksheet) & (Power Point)
AUTOCRACY & DEMOCRACY ESSAY INFORMATION
a) 5 paragraph essay (Due Friday, November 20)
b) The 5 paragraph essay prompt is:
Assess the validity of this statement: Autocracy is the best form of government.
Need help with writing your 5 paragraph essay watch the Essay Bunch & Essay Video Notes to help out while you watch. Follow the essay notes & video and your 5 paragraph essay should be splendid.
SEMESTER FINAL
LEGACY PROJECT OR FINAL EXAM
Each semester students will have a choice of taking either the Final Exam or doing a Legacy Project as their ‘semester’ final. The semester final (exam or project) will equate to 20% - 25 % of the student’s semester grade. There is an application and qualification process that involves doing a legacy project. All students who do not apply or qualify to do a Legacy Project will partake in Final Exam process as a means of fulfilling their semester final obligation for the course. Written below are the specifics for both the Legacy Project and Final Exam.
LEGACY PROJECT
There are several purposes for students to apply to do a legacy project.
1) Students want to create a project to assist & inspire future students’ learning.
2) Students actually want to make a difference and contribute to the betterment of Mr. P’s class.
3) Students prefer to create a project versus taking an Exam for a final.
All student interested in doing a Legacy Project for their semester final must apply and qualify to do a legacy project. To apply and qualify for the Legacy Project, students must submit at least 3 typed proposals to Mr. P. In addition, students are required to schedule a brief meeting with Mr P after school to explain their legacy project proposals. Basically, students are to ‘sell’ their legacy project idea to Mr. P. Students will “qualify” to do a legacy project, if students convince Mr. P of the usefulness of their Legacy Proposal(s). Students should bring their 3 typed legacy proposals and explain them to Mr. P. At the after school meeting, students MUST do the following:
A) Be prepared, articulate and brief (Mr. P is a busy guy and doesn’t like to waste time)
B) Quickly & clearly explain to Mr. P your Legacy ideas (Mr. P has to be able to understand what it is)
C) Explain how it will be beneficial to future students, Mr. P, etc.
D) A typed working schedule that explains how you will be completing the project
E) Samples that demonstrate your ability to do certain kinds of work (i.e. your artwork, video equipment, computer skills or previous projects you've done).
The deadline to apply and qualify for doing a Legacy Project as a student’s “Final” for the semester will be the Wednesday after Thanksgiving. If a student does not apply and qualify by this date, the student will then, by way of default, partake in the Final Exam process at the end of the semester. If a student qualifies and agrees to do a Legacy Project, then he/she is committed to doing a Legacy Project. They will not be allowed to change from doing a Legacy Project to taking the “Final Exam.”
GROUP or SOLO WORK: Mr. P highly recommends that students work solo on their legacy project. Once again, he advises students do NOT work with other students. However, students might be allowed to work with others if they can justify the need to have more than one person do the project. Yet, the group work limit is 3 students. Students may also work with students in Mr. P’s other World History classes. Most importantly, if students qualify to work in a group it is entirely their choice and responsibility to do so. Mr. P will NOT, once again, will NOT hear any grievances or feel any sympathy pertaining to group work problems. Group work is a choice of the students. Again, Mr. P suggests students do NOT work in groups. Yet, students are old enough to make their own decision on such matter.
LEGACY GRADING SYSTEM:
A Grade:
Most likely any legacy project that will be or is actually used in Mr. P’s class achieves an “A” grade. If Mr. P will not use it in the future, it probably is NOT going to get an “A” grade. Legacy projects rarely take 1 day or 1 weekend to complete. Students with a desire to achieve an “A” should put in a fair amount of time and effort to complete their legacy project. However, time and effort does NOT necessarily equate to an “A” grade. Students can work very hard and still not achieve an “A” grade. The project should be of the utmost quality. It should also be ready for classroom use. Usually any needed adjustments that Mr. P has to do will deduct from the grade of the Legacy Project. All students witness how Mr. P runs the class on a daily basis. Students should become aware of what is “needed” and what “works” with regards to legacy projects. Also, “A” legacy projects are well labeled, packaged, easily stored or accessed. Presentation of the Legacy Project is memorable. It is NOT just another boring final presentation. Fellow students believe the project is useful and of quality.
B Grade:
Usually a good legacy project but does not do all the requirements listed for an “A” grade. Most likely, a “B” grade results because Mr. P will have to “adjust” the project so that it can be used in class. “B” rate Legacy Projects lack the originality, usefulness and quality in comparison to “A” rate Legacy Projects. Presentation of the project is above average and is somewhat memorable.
C Grade:
Results when the Legacy Project will NOT be used in the classroom. It does NOT fulfill the general standards of a “B” grade. Presentation of the project is average and is NOT memorable.
D Grade:
“D” stands for Disappointment. This project is obviously substandard to what is expected of Legacy Projects. It appears to be done quickly and with substandard care. It will NOT be used in the classroom. Presentation is unprepared, robotic and/or boring.
F Grade:
Produces an overall gross Legacy Project. There is a sense of making a mockery out of doing the Legacy Project. Unorganized and poor presentation. If anything, this project serves as a sample of what NOT to do for a Legacy Project.
FINAL EXAM
The Final Exam will take place the day of the scheduled final in late January for the fall semester and in June for the spring semester. The Final Exam will consist of approximately 200 multiple choice questions. The questions will be related to the unit topics covered during the semester. Students are welcome to pick the Final Exam as their semester final.
180 – 200 correct; 90% - 100% = A
160 – 179 correct; 80% - 89% = B
140 – 159 correct; 70% - 79% = C
120 – 139 correct; 60% - 69% = D
0 – 119 correct; 0 - 59% = F
WORLD HISTORY UNITS
FALL SEMESTER
1) Geography
2) Autocracy vs Democracy
3) Middle Ages – American Revolution
4) French Revolution & Napoleon
5) Industrial Revolution
6) Nationalism & Imperialism
7) WWI
SPRING SEMESTER
1) Geography
8) 20th Century Revolution & Nationalism
9) WWII
10) Cold War
11) Current Issues
Mr P listened to these songs while updating his website for you this week. And now Mr P introduces you to:
1) E.S.T. Tuesday Wonderland
2) Chopin Waltz Op.64 No.1 "Minute Waltz"
3) Ravel's Bolero
4) Beethoven's 5th
5) Beethoven's Fur Elise
6) Beethoven's Fur Elise (Trippy Cool Version)
7) Eddie Platt's Fur Elise on Guitar
8) Lastly, meet Vadrum the Italian Drummer who really must be an alien because his drumming is so out of this world. Rondo alla Turca (Turkish March) and check Vadrum Meets William Tell
Saturday, November 07, 2009
It is time for the Most Radical Nerds... Unit.
Still in need of the Auto vs Demo Unit? Scroll down for power points and such stuff.
Unit 3: Middle Ages - American Revolution
1) Middle Ages
2) Renaissance
3) Northern Renaissance
4) Exploration
5) Reformation
6) Scientific Revolution
7) Enlightenment
8) American Revolution
Table of Contents for Unit Assignments
1) TOC
2) Spectrum of Time (Power Point) / One Thing Leads to Another (Power Point) (Pre Test)
3) Vocab List (Students will not have to write out but are expected to know vocab)
4) Middle Ages a) Daily Life & 8 Questions b)Cloze Passage
5) Renaissance Basics
6) Renaissance People (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
6 & 7) Renaissance Art & North Renaissance Art (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
7) North Renaissance Notes - (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
8) Exploration Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
9) Reformation Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
10) Scientific Revolution (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
11) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
12) Enlightenment Thinkers (Power point) & (Worksheet)
13) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
14) Democracy in Action
SEMESTER FINAL EXAM OR PROJECT?
Soon Mr P will start class off by asking each student: Semester Final: What are you going to do?
- The Final Exam or Final Project?
- Deadline to decide is the Wednesday after Thanksgiving
- Finals will be the last week of the semester (End of January)
The Final Exam
a) It will be a 100 Multiple Choice Question Cumulative Exam.
b) Cumulative exams cover content studied throughout the semester (Sept – January)
Final Projects (Legacy Projects)
a) All must be approved by Mr P prior to the Wednesday after Thanksgiving 2009
b) All students NOT approved to do Legacy Projects will take the Final Exam
SCROLL DOWN below this week’s agenda to read the details about the Semester Project.
MONDAY – November 9th, 2009
1) P-ville
2) Legacy or Final Exam
3) Most Radical Nerds…
HW:
a) Read Comic Book Chapter on Middle Ages to Enlightenment - Return to Mr P on Tuesday
b) P-Ville Write up - Do NOT answer these questions in fluffy, vague, shallow, obscure, uncommitted teenage talk. Seriously, think of what you can DO, create, contribute and add to the history of P-ville. Be idealistic but also realistic. Again, the two questions are:
1) What will you DO for P-ville?
2) What do you WANT from P-ville?
c) Group Historical Theme
Part 1) Write up - Your individual write up should be in your own words. Do NOT write in a boring way. Also, include your sources (ie Mr P's power pt, Wikipedia, BBC.org, Machiavelli's The Prince, Utopia by Sir Thomas More, PBS.org, etc.)
Part 2) Speak up - Be ready to contribute 20-30 seconds of information on your topic. Practice what you will say. Don't be robotic or boring. Tell the class something interesting about the topic. Also, a good speaker has speak longer on their topic if suddenly asked to tell more. Mr P expects all his students to be effective speakers.
TUESDAY – November 10th, 2009
1) Middle Ages – Scientific Revolution Book - Turn in Write up
2) Class Speak Up - Group by group roundabout class talk on Middle
3) Enlightenment Figures
4) Enlightenment Questions
HW:
a) Enlightenment Figures (Worksheet)
- Complete by Thursday - Easy stuff. It is simply your opinion.
b) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
- Complete for Thursday - Check to make sure Mr P is NOT giving out wrong info on purpose. He likes to keep his students on their feet.
c) Going to be bored on Wednesday? Want something cool to read? Ask Mr P for a copy of Neil Postman's Disappearance of Childhood. On Thursday, Mr P will talk more about the topic of Disappearance of Childhood and how it not only relates to the Enlightenment, but more importantly, you.
WEDNESDAY – November 11th
NO SCHOOL! Holiday – Veteran’s Day - Ask Mr P to explain why you are off, if you want to know.
HW:
a) Enlightenment Figures (Worksheet)
- Complete by Thursday - Easy stuff. It is simply your opinion.
b) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
- Complete for Thursday - Check to make sure Mr P is NOT giving out wrong info on purpose. He likes to keep his students on their feet.
c) Going to be bored on Wednesday? Want something cool to read? Ask Mr P for a copy of Neil Postman's Disappearance of Childhood. On Thursday, Mr P will talk more about the topic of Disappearance of Childhood and how it not only relates to the Enlightenment, but more importantly, you.
THURSDAY – November 12th
1) Enlightenment Figures
2) Enlightenment Questions
3) Misc Information -
A) Geo Retake @ 3:22
a) Sketch's Geo Review Website - Email and thank her at oliviasketch@yahoo.com
b) Technical Thompson's Website - Email and thank her at music.freek@gmail.com
GEOGRAPHY NOTICE: Mr. P MIGHT be hosting the Geography Re-take Exam #4 Thursday at 3:22pm. All students interested in trying to ace the Exam in order to change their original score are invited to attend. Mr. P will likely hold Geo Re-take Exams once a week. If a student can't make the Re-take this week, students are welcome to show for a future Geo Re-take. Yet, do note that Mr. P does the Geo Re-take Exams out of the kindness of his heart and love for Geography. There is NO guarantee that Mr. P will give the Retake Exam after school, especially if Mr. P has personal or other matter to attend to. Once Mr. P’s wife and twins return to California he will likely NOT have the time to offer such opportunity. He’ll be busy changing diapers and doing such stuff. So take advantage now of the Geo Retake offerings while they last.
B) Extra Credit is due at lunch or after school on student computer
GEOGRAPHY EXTRA CREDIT:
1) Assignment Info
2) Example (Geddy Lee)
3) Geo Maps & Location Info
Confused on the extra credit? Talk to the following students for help:
Period 2 - Megan "I like Zappa" Kuttler
Period 5 - Nicky "I've never shot a 100 freethrows" Roos or Chris "no relation to Geddy" Lee
Period 6 - Natalie "Smiles" Dickinson
HW:
a) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
- Fill out notes using Mr P's power point for HW. This way you won't have to write during class and can instead focus on what Mr P is saying. You can also concentrate on questions to ask Mr P on any part of the notes you need clarification on. Bingo!
FRIDAY –the 13th of November 2009 (Spooky!)
1) Spread of Enlightenment
2) American Revolution and Constitution (SHR)
HW:
a) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet) - Study up on the Constitution and the Bill of Rights
AUTOCRACY vs DEMOCRACY
1) Table of Contents (TOC)
2) Nader's Deserted Island (Omit)
3) Scenarios / Spectrum (Spectrum & Vocab Power Pt)
4) Vocabulary Worksheet
.....a) Sketch's 2002 Online Vocab Email Sketch and tell her thanks for helping you out. oliviasketch@yahoo.com
.....b) Milie's 2008 Power Pt Vocab Game Email Milie and tell her thanks for helping you out
.....c) Vocab List and Vocab Game Point System
5) Timeline
6) Historical Figures - Front Page includes John Locke & Back Page includes King Louis XIV
.....a) Historical Figure Group Prep & Instructions
7) QuickWrite: Which historical figure's ideas do you like the most? Why are those ideas better than others? (2/3 Page)
7a) Discussion Notes Worksheet (Worksheet) & (Power Point)
AUTOCRACY & DEMOCRACY ESSAY INFORMATION
a) 5 paragraph essay (Due Monday, November 9)
b) The 5 paragraph essay prompt is:
Assess the validity of this statement: Autocracy is the best form of government.
Need help with writing your 5 paragraph essay watch the Essay Bunch & Essay Video Notes to help out while you watch. Follow the essay notes & video and your 5 paragraph essay should be splendid.
SEMESTER FINAL
LEGACY PROJECT OR FINAL EXAM
Each semester students will have a choice of taking either the Final Exam or doing a Legacy Project as their ‘semester’ final. The semester final (exam or project) will equate to 20% - 25 % of the student’s semester grade. There is an application and qualification process that involves doing a legacy project. All students who do not apply or qualify to do a Legacy Project will partake in Final Exam process as a means of fulfilling their semester final obligation for the course. Written below are the specifics for both the Legacy Project and Final Exam.
LEGACY PROJECT
There are several purposes for students to apply to do a legacy project.
1) Students want to create a project to assist & inspire future students’ learning.
2) Students actually want to make a difference and contribute to the betterment of Mr. P’s class.
3) Students prefer to create a project versus taking an Exam for a final.
All student interested in doing a Legacy Project for their semester final must apply and qualify to do a legacy project. To apply and qualify for the Legacy Project, students must submit at least 3 typed proposals to Mr. P. In addition, students are required to schedule a brief meeting with Mr P after school to explain their legacy project proposals. Basically, students are to ‘sell’ their legacy project idea to Mr. P. Students will “qualify” to do a legacy project, if students convince Mr. P of the usefulness of their Legacy Proposal(s). Students should bring their 3 typed legacy proposals and explain them to Mr. P. At the after school meeting, students MUST do the following:
A) Be prepared, articulate and brief (Mr. P is a busy guy and doesn’t like to waste time)
B) Quickly & clearly explain to Mr. P your Legacy ideas (Mr. P has to be able to understand what it is)
C) Explain how it will be beneficial to future students, Mr. P, etc.
D) A typed working schedule that explains how you will be completing the project
E) Samples that demonstrate your ability to do certain kinds of work (i.e. your artwork, video equipment, computer skills or previous projects you've done).
The deadline to apply and qualify for doing a Legacy Project as a student’s “Final” for the semester will be the Wednesday after Thanksgiving. If a student does not apply and qualify by this date, the student will then, by way of default, partake in the Final Exam process at the end of the semester. If a student qualifies and agrees to do a Legacy Project, then he/she is committed to doing a Legacy Project. They will not be allowed to change from doing a Legacy Project to taking the “Final Exam.”
GROUP or SOLO WORK: Mr. P highly recommends that students work solo on their legacy project. Once again, he advises students do NOT work with other students. However, students might be allowed to work with others if they can justify the need to have more than one person do the project. Yet, the group work limit is 3 students. Students may also work with students in Mr. P’s other World History classes. Most importantly, if students qualify to work in a group it is entirely their choice and responsibility to do so. Mr. P will NOT, once again, will NOT hear any grievances or feel any sympathy pertaining to group work problems. Group work is a choice of the students. Again, Mr. P suggests students do NOT work in groups. Yet, students are old enough to make their own decision on such matter.
LEGACY GRADING SYSTEM:
A Grade:
Most likely any legacy project that will be or is actually used in Mr. P’s class achieves an “A” grade. If Mr. P will not use it in the future, it probably is NOT going to get an “A” grade. Legacy projects rarely take 1 day or 1 weekend to complete. Students with a desire to achieve an “A” should put in a fair amount of time and effort to complete their legacy project. However, time and effort does NOT necessarily equate to an “A” grade. Students can work very hard and still not achieve an “A” grade. The project should be of the utmost quality. It should also be ready for classroom use. Usually any needed adjustments that Mr. P has to do will deduct from the grade of the Legacy Project. All students witness how Mr. P runs the class on a daily basis. Students should become aware of what is “needed” and what “works” with regards to legacy projects. Also, “A” legacy projects are well labeled, packaged, easily stored or accessed. Presentation of the Legacy Project is memorable. It is NOT just another boring final presentation. Fellow students believe the project is useful and of quality.
B Grade:
Usually a good legacy project but does not do all the requirements listed for an “A” grade. Most likely, a “B” grade results because Mr. P will have to “adjust” the project so that it can be used in class. “B” rate Legacy Projects lack the originality, usefulness and quality in comparison to “A” rate Legacy Projects. Presentation of the project is above average and is somewhat memorable.
C Grade:
Results when the Legacy Project will NOT be used in the classroom. It does NOT fulfill the general standards of a “B” grade. Presentation of the project is average and is NOT memorable.
D Grade:
“D” stands for Disappointment. This project is obviously substandard to what is expected of Legacy Projects. It appears to be done quickly and with substandard care. It will NOT be used in the classroom. Presentation is unprepared, robotic and/or boring.
F Grade:
Produces an overall gross Legacy Project. There is a sense of making a mockery out of doing the Legacy Project. Unorganized and poor presentation. If anything, this project serves as a sample of what NOT to do for a Legacy Project.
FINAL EXAM
The Final Exam will take place the day of the scheduled final in late January for the fall semester and in June for the spring semester. The Final Exam will consist of approximately 200 multiple choice questions. The questions will be related to the unit topics covered during the semester. Students are welcome to pick the Final Exam as their semester final.
180 – 200 correct; 90% - 100% = A
160 – 179 correct; 80% - 89% = B
140 – 159 correct; 70% - 79% = C
120 – 139 correct; 60% - 69% = D
0 – 119 correct; 0 - 59% = F
WORLD HISTORY UNITS
FALL SEMESTER
1) Geography
2) Autocracy vs Democracy
3) Middle Ages – American Revolution
4) French Revolution & Napoleon
5) Industrial Revolution
6) Nationalism & Imperialism
7) WWI
SPRING SEMESTER
1) Geography
8) 20th Century Revolution & Nationalism
9) WWII
10) Cold War
11) Current Issues
Mr P listened to this song over and over while updating his website for you this week. Just some pure rocking jazz by some Nordic dudes. The piano player died tragically in 2007. He was way too young to go. His piano playing was really taking off. Well, at least he lived life to the fullest when he was around. The video is proof of that. And now Mr P introduces you to E.S.T.
or
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZ4435-K4i0&NR=1
Still in need of the Auto vs Demo Unit? Scroll down for power points and such stuff.
Unit 3: Middle Ages - American Revolution
1) Middle Ages
2) Renaissance
3) Northern Renaissance
4) Exploration
5) Reformation
6) Scientific Revolution
7) Enlightenment
8) American Revolution
Table of Contents for Unit Assignments
1) TOC
2) Spectrum of Time (Power Point) / One Thing Leads to Another (Power Point) (Pre Test)
3) Vocab List (Students will not have to write out but are expected to know vocab)
4) Middle Ages a) Daily Life & 8 Questions b)Cloze Passage
5) Renaissance Basics
6) Renaissance People (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
6 & 7) Renaissance Art & North Renaissance Art (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
7) North Renaissance Notes - (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
8) Exploration Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
9) Reformation Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
10) Scientific Revolution (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
11) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
12) Enlightenment Thinkers (Power point) & (Worksheet)
13) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
14) Democracy in Action
SEMESTER FINAL EXAM OR PROJECT?
Soon Mr P will start class off by asking each student: Semester Final: What are you going to do?
- The Final Exam or Final Project?
- Deadline to decide is the Wednesday after Thanksgiving
- Finals will be the last week of the semester (End of January)
The Final Exam
a) It will be a 100 Multiple Choice Question Cumulative Exam.
b) Cumulative exams cover content studied throughout the semester (Sept – January)
Final Projects (Legacy Projects)
a) All must be approved by Mr P prior to the Wednesday after Thanksgiving 2009
b) All students NOT approved to do Legacy Projects will take the Final Exam
SCROLL DOWN below this week’s agenda to read the details about the Semester Project.
MONDAY – November 9th, 2009
1) P-ville
2) Legacy or Final Exam
3) Most Radical Nerds…
HW:
a) Read Comic Book Chapter on Middle Ages to Enlightenment - Return to Mr P on Tuesday
b) P-Ville Write up - Do NOT answer these questions in fluffy, vague, shallow, obscure, uncommitted teenage talk. Seriously, think of what you can DO, create, contribute and add to the history of P-ville. Be idealistic but also realistic. Again, the two questions are:
1) What will you DO for P-ville?
2) What do you WANT from P-ville?
c) Group Historical Theme
Part 1) Write up - Your individual write up should be in your own words. Do NOT write in a boring way. Also, include your sources (ie Mr P's power pt, Wikipedia, BBC.org, Machiavelli's The Prince, Utopia by Sir Thomas More, PBS.org, etc.)
Part 2) Speak up - Be ready to contribute 20-30 seconds of information on your topic. Practice what you will say. Don't be robotic or boring. Tell the class something interesting about the topic. Also, a good speaker has speak longer on their topic if suddenly asked to tell more. Mr P expects all his students to be effective speakers.
TUESDAY – November 10th, 2009
1) Middle Ages – Scientific Revolution Book - Turn in Write up
2) Class Speak Up - Group by group roundabout class talk on Middle
3) Enlightenment Figures
4) Enlightenment Questions
HW:
a) Enlightenment Figures (Worksheet)
- Complete by Thursday - Easy stuff. It is simply your opinion.
b) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
- Complete for Thursday - Check to make sure Mr P is NOT giving out wrong info on purpose. He likes to keep his students on their feet.
c) Going to be bored on Wednesday? Want something cool to read? Ask Mr P for a copy of Neil Postman's Disappearance of Childhood. On Thursday, Mr P will talk more about the topic of Disappearance of Childhood and how it not only relates to the Enlightenment, but more importantly, you.
WEDNESDAY – November 11th
NO SCHOOL! Holiday – Veteran’s Day - Ask Mr P to explain why you are off, if you want to know.
HW:
a) Enlightenment Figures (Worksheet)
- Complete by Thursday - Easy stuff. It is simply your opinion.
b) Enlightenment Questions (Powerpoint) & (Worksheet)
- Complete for Thursday - Check to make sure Mr P is NOT giving out wrong info on purpose. He likes to keep his students on their feet.
c) Going to be bored on Wednesday? Want something cool to read? Ask Mr P for a copy of Neil Postman's Disappearance of Childhood. On Thursday, Mr P will talk more about the topic of Disappearance of Childhood and how it not only relates to the Enlightenment, but more importantly, you.
THURSDAY – November 12th
1) Enlightenment Figures
2) Enlightenment Questions
3) Misc Information -
A) Geo Retake @ 3:22
a) Sketch's Geo Review Website - Email and thank her at oliviasketch@yahoo.com
b) Technical Thompson's Website - Email and thank her at music.freek@gmail.com
GEOGRAPHY NOTICE: Mr. P MIGHT be hosting the Geography Re-take Exam #4 Thursday at 3:22pm. All students interested in trying to ace the Exam in order to change their original score are invited to attend. Mr. P will likely hold Geo Re-take Exams once a week. If a student can't make the Re-take this week, students are welcome to show for a future Geo Re-take. Yet, do note that Mr. P does the Geo Re-take Exams out of the kindness of his heart and love for Geography. There is NO guarantee that Mr. P will give the Retake Exam after school, especially if Mr. P has personal or other matter to attend to. Once Mr. P’s wife and twins return to California he will likely NOT have the time to offer such opportunity. He’ll be busy changing diapers and doing such stuff. So take advantage now of the Geo Retake offerings while they last.
B) Extra Credit is due at lunch or after school on student computer
GEOGRAPHY EXTRA CREDIT:
1) Assignment Info
2) Example (Geddy Lee)
3) Geo Maps & Location Info
Confused on the extra credit? Talk to the following students for help:
Period 2 - Megan "I like Zappa" Kuttler
Period 5 - Nicky "I've never shot a 100 freethrows" Roos or Chris "no relation to Geddy" Lee
Period 6 - Natalie "Smiles" Dickinson
HW:
a) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet)
- Fill out notes using Mr P's power point for HW. This way you won't have to write during class and can instead focus on what Mr P is saying. You can also concentrate on questions to ask Mr P on any part of the notes you need clarification on. Bingo!
FRIDAY –the 13th of November 2009 (Spooky!)
1) Spread of Enlightenment
2) American Revolution and Constitution (SHR)
HW:
a) American Revolution & Constitution Notes (Power Point) & (Worksheet) - Study up on the Constitution and the Bill of Rights
AUTOCRACY vs DEMOCRACY
1) Table of Contents (TOC)
2) Nader's Deserted Island (Omit)
3) Scenarios / Spectrum (Spectrum & Vocab Power Pt)
4) Vocabulary Worksheet
.....a) Sketch's 2002 Online Vocab Email Sketch and tell her thanks for helping you out. oliviasketch@yahoo.com
.....b) Milie's 2008 Power Pt Vocab Game Email Milie and tell her thanks for helping you out
.....c) Vocab List and Vocab Game Point System
5) Timeline
6) Historical Figures - Front Page includes John Locke & Back Page includes King Louis XIV
.....a) Historical Figure Group Prep & Instructions
7) QuickWrite: Which historical figure's ideas do you like the most? Why are those ideas better than others? (2/3 Page)
7a) Discussion Notes Worksheet (Worksheet) & (Power Point)
AUTOCRACY & DEMOCRACY ESSAY INFORMATION
a) 5 paragraph essay (Due Monday, November 9)
b) The 5 paragraph essay prompt is:
Assess the validity of this statement: Autocracy is the best form of government.
Need help with writing your 5 paragraph essay watch the Essay Bunch & Essay Video Notes to help out while you watch. Follow the essay notes & video and your 5 paragraph essay should be splendid.
SEMESTER FINAL
LEGACY PROJECT OR FINAL EXAM
Each semester students will have a choice of taking either the Final Exam or doing a Legacy Project as their ‘semester’ final. The semester final (exam or project) will equate to 20% - 25 % of the student’s semester grade. There is an application and qualification process that involves doing a legacy project. All students who do not apply or qualify to do a Legacy Project will partake in Final Exam process as a means of fulfilling their semester final obligation for the course. Written below are the specifics for both the Legacy Project and Final Exam.
LEGACY PROJECT
There are several purposes for students to apply to do a legacy project.
1) Students want to create a project to assist & inspire future students’ learning.
2) Students actually want to make a difference and contribute to the betterment of Mr. P’s class.
3) Students prefer to create a project versus taking an Exam for a final.
All student interested in doing a Legacy Project for their semester final must apply and qualify to do a legacy project. To apply and qualify for the Legacy Project, students must submit at least 3 typed proposals to Mr. P. In addition, students are required to schedule a brief meeting with Mr P after school to explain their legacy project proposals. Basically, students are to ‘sell’ their legacy project idea to Mr. P. Students will “qualify” to do a legacy project, if students convince Mr. P of the usefulness of their Legacy Proposal(s). Students should bring their 3 typed legacy proposals and explain them to Mr. P. At the after school meeting, students MUST do the following:
A) Be prepared, articulate and brief (Mr. P is a busy guy and doesn’t like to waste time)
B) Quickly & clearly explain to Mr. P your Legacy ideas (Mr. P has to be able to understand what it is)
C) Explain how it will be beneficial to future students, Mr. P, etc.
D) A typed working schedule that explains how you will be completing the project
E) Samples that demonstrate your ability to do certain kinds of work (i.e. your artwork, video equipment, computer skills or previous projects you've done).
The deadline to apply and qualify for doing a Legacy Project as a student’s “Final” for the semester will be the Wednesday after Thanksgiving. If a student does not apply and qualify by this date, the student will then, by way of default, partake in the Final Exam process at the end of the semester. If a student qualifies and agrees to do a Legacy Project, then he/she is committed to doing a Legacy Project. They will not be allowed to change from doing a Legacy Project to taking the “Final Exam.”
GROUP or SOLO WORK: Mr. P highly recommends that students work solo on their legacy project. Once again, he advises students do NOT work with other students. However, students might be allowed to work with others if they can justify the need to have more than one person do the project. Yet, the group work limit is 3 students. Students may also work with students in Mr. P’s other World History classes. Most importantly, if students qualify to work in a group it is entirely their choice and responsibility to do so. Mr. P will NOT, once again, will NOT hear any grievances or feel any sympathy pertaining to group work problems. Group work is a choice of the students. Again, Mr. P suggests students do NOT work in groups. Yet, students are old enough to make their own decision on such matter.
LEGACY GRADING SYSTEM:
A Grade:
Most likely any legacy project that will be or is actually used in Mr. P’s class achieves an “A” grade. If Mr. P will not use it in the future, it probably is NOT going to get an “A” grade. Legacy projects rarely take 1 day or 1 weekend to complete. Students with a desire to achieve an “A” should put in a fair amount of time and effort to complete their legacy project. However, time and effort does NOT necessarily equate to an “A” grade. Students can work very hard and still not achieve an “A” grade. The project should be of the utmost quality. It should also be ready for classroom use. Usually any needed adjustments that Mr. P has to do will deduct from the grade of the Legacy Project. All students witness how Mr. P runs the class on a daily basis. Students should become aware of what is “needed” and what “works” with regards to legacy projects. Also, “A” legacy projects are well labeled, packaged, easily stored or accessed. Presentation of the Legacy Project is memorable. It is NOT just another boring final presentation. Fellow students believe the project is useful and of quality.
B Grade:
Usually a good legacy project but does not do all the requirements listed for an “A” grade. Most likely, a “B” grade results because Mr. P will have to “adjust” the project so that it can be used in class. “B” rate Legacy Projects lack the originality, usefulness and quality in comparison to “A” rate Legacy Projects. Presentation of the project is above average and is somewhat memorable.
C Grade:
Results when the Legacy Project will NOT be used in the classroom. It does NOT fulfill the general standards of a “B” grade. Presentation of the project is average and is NOT memorable.
D Grade:
“D” stands for Disappointment. This project is obviously substandard to what is expected of Legacy Projects. It appears to be done quickly and with substandard care. It will NOT be used in the classroom. Presentation is unprepared, robotic and/or boring.
F Grade:
Produces an overall gross Legacy Project. There is a sense of making a mockery out of doing the Legacy Project. Unorganized and poor presentation. If anything, this project serves as a sample of what NOT to do for a Legacy Project.
FINAL EXAM
The Final Exam will take place the day of the scheduled final in late January for the fall semester and in June for the spring semester. The Final Exam will consist of approximately 200 multiple choice questions. The questions will be related to the unit topics covered during the semester. Students are welcome to pick the Final Exam as their semester final.
180 – 200 correct; 90% - 100% = A
160 – 179 correct; 80% - 89% = B
140 – 159 correct; 70% - 79% = C
120 – 139 correct; 60% - 69% = D
0 – 119 correct; 0 - 59% = F
WORLD HISTORY UNITS
FALL SEMESTER
1) Geography
2) Autocracy vs Democracy
3) Middle Ages – American Revolution
4) French Revolution & Napoleon
5) Industrial Revolution
6) Nationalism & Imperialism
7) WWI
SPRING SEMESTER
1) Geography
8) 20th Century Revolution & Nationalism
9) WWII
10) Cold War
11) Current Issues
Mr P listened to this song over and over while updating his website for you this week. Just some pure rocking jazz by some Nordic dudes. The piano player died tragically in 2007. He was way too young to go. His piano playing was really taking off. Well, at least he lived life to the fullest when he was around. The video is proof of that. And now Mr P introduces you to E.S.T.
or
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZ4435-K4i0&NR=1
Monday, October 26, 2009
Autocracy vs Democracy is the next unit. Students will spend about 2 weeks on this unit. There will be a total of 7 assignments. At the conclusion of the unit, students will turn in their unit packet (assignments 1-7) for points. Each assignment should be completed as they are assigned during the unit. Below is the order of the assignments 1-7 so that students can keep their unit work organized.
Go to Technical Thompson's Website for more info and if links do not work here.
AUTOCRACY vs DEMOCRACY
1) Table of Contents (TOC)
2) Nader's Deserted Island (Omit)
3) Scenarios / Spectrum (Spectrum & Vocab Power Pt)
4) Vocabulary Worksheet
.....a) Sketch's 2002 Online Vocab Email Sketch and tell her thanks for helping you out. oliviasketch@yahoo.com
.....b) Milie's 2008 Power Pt Vocab Game Email Milie and tell her thanks for helping you out
.....c) Vocab List and Vocab Game Point System
5) Timeline
6) Historical Figures - Front Page includes John Locke & Back Page includes King Louis XIV
.....a) Historical Figure Group Prep & Instructions
7) QuickWrite: Which historical figure's ideas do you like the most? Why are those ideas better than others? (2/3 Page)
7a) Discussion Notes Worksheet (Worksheet) & (Power Point)
MONDAY October 26, 2009
1) Intro to Auto & Demo / TOC (Assign #1)
2) Scenarios / Spectrum (Assign #3)
3) Vocab 1-33 (Assign #4) – Complete by end of unit. Have in class each day as Mr P will demonstrate vocab words each day. Or refer to student legacy projects for help. Write your definitions in PENCIL in case you need to change them. Always, put your vocab in your own words. Do NOT copy a definition directly. That is plagiarism and also CHEATING.
4) Start - Timeline (Assign #5)
HW:
a) Vocab
b) Read Plato’s - Allegory of the Cave… if you want. Just some extra reading. This is not required work.
c) Don't like reading? Watch an animated version of Allegory of the Cave.
NOTE – Geo Retake Exam Wednesday after school – 3:22 pm
TUESDAY October 27, 2009
1) Timeline – Greeks and Romans
2) Vocab - work
HW:
a) Work on and Study Vocab (Assign #4) – Sketch’s Site & Milie's 2008 Power Pt Vocab Game
b) Complete Timeline (Assign #5) – Due Thursday
NOTE – Geo Retake Exam Wednesday after school – 3:22pm
Geo Help
a) Sketch's Geo Review Website - Email and thank her at oliviasketch@yahoo.com
b) Technical Thompson's Website - Email and thank her at music.freek@gmail.com
WEDNESDAY October 28, 2009
1) Vocab Game Video
2) Vocab Review (Millie’s Power Pt)
3) Groups work on Historical Figures (Assign #6)
HW:
a) Complete Assignments 1-5
b) Research and gather cool info on your historical figure
NOTE – Geo Retake Exam today after school – 3:22pm
THURSDAY October 29, 2009
1) Groups presentation prep for historical figures
2) Vocab Review
3) Jeopardy Review
HW:
a) Study for Vocab Game
b) Be ready to present on Friday
FRIDAY October 30, 2009
1) TBA (Sub)
MONDAY November 2, 2009
1) Post Halloween Chat
2) Bill & Ed Show - Auto & Demo Historical Figures
3) Group Prep for Historical Figures Presentations
4) Vocab Review - Ask to go over unfamiliar Vocab words
HW:
a) Complete 1-6
b) Be ready for Historical Figures Group Presentation (Tues)
c) Study for Vocab Game (Wed)
d) Did you form a Vocab Game group of 4 yet?
TUESDAY November 3, 2009
Waste No Time! Let's Get Started Right Away!
1) 150 seconds of Group Prep = 2 1/2 minutes
2) Group Present Historical Figures (Assign #6) - 9 groups x 5 minutes = 45 minutes
3) Debriefing & Vocab Review = 6 minutes... rest of class
HW:
a) Study for Vocab Game
b)Organize Packet Assign 1-6
c) If you want to do Thursday HW early, Essay Outline WS in pencil (Assign #7)(Worksheet) & (Power Point)
WEDNESDAY November 4, 2009
1) Vocab Game (Scoring System)
2) Auto vs Demo Outline Worksheet (Assign #7)(Worksheet) & (Power Point)
HW:
a) Detailed Completion of Discussion Notes (Assign 7)(Worksheet) & (Power Point)
b) Use your Discussion Notes (Assign 7) to prepare your thoughts for the Auto vs Demo vote with your feet Class Debate on Thursday
THURSDAY November 5, 2009
1) Auto vs Demo vote with your feet Debate
IN-CLASS DEBATE CREDIT
a) Students participate in the Auto vs Demo class discussion
b) Demonstrate they prepared at home for class debate
c) Use unit vocab words to explain their opinion
d) Show a mature and higher level of understanding of the subject matter.
At the conclusion of the in-class debate, Mr P will announce the name of students who qualified and will get credit for the class discussion.
All students NOT called at the end of the period, did NOT participate in the discussion well enough to qualify. The unqualified students will have to type a 5 paragraph essay to demonstrate their higher level understanding of the unit.
HW:
a) 5 paragraph essay (Due Monday, November 9)
b) The 5 paragraph essay prompt is:
Assess the validity of this statement: Autocracy is the best form of government.
Need help with writing your 5 paragraph essay watch the Essay Bunch & Essay Video Notes to help out while you watch. Follow the essay notes & video and your 5 paragraph essay should be splendid.
FRIDAY November 6 2009
1) Welcome to P-ville
2) Most Radical Nerds… Talk
3) …Enlightenment & American Revolution
GEOGRAPHY NOTICE: Mr. P MIGHT be hosting the Geography Re-take Exam #3 Thursday at 3:22pm. All students interested in trying to ace the Exam in order to change their original score are invited to attend. Mr. P will likely hold Geo Re-take Exams once a week. If a student can't make the Re-take this week, students are welcome to show for a future Geo Re-take. Yet, do note that Mr. P does the Geo Re-take Exams out of the kindness of his heart and love for Geography. There is NO guarantee that Mr. P will give the Retake Exam after school, especially if Mr. P has personal or other matter to attend to. Once Mr. P’s wife and twins return to California he will likely NOT have the time to offer such opportunity. He’ll be busy changing diapers and doing such stuff. So take advantage now of the Geo Retake offerings while they last.
GEOGRAPHY EXTRA CREDIT:
1) Assignment Info
2) Example (Geddy Lee)
3) Geo Maps & Location Info
Go to Technical Thompson's Website for more info and if links do not work here.
AUTOCRACY vs DEMOCRACY
1) Table of Contents (TOC)
2) Nader's Deserted Island (Omit)
3) Scenarios / Spectrum (Spectrum & Vocab Power Pt)
4) Vocabulary Worksheet
.....a) Sketch's 2002 Online Vocab Email Sketch and tell her thanks for helping you out. oliviasketch@yahoo.com
.....b) Milie's 2008 Power Pt Vocab Game Email Milie and tell her thanks for helping you out
.....c) Vocab List and Vocab Game Point System
5) Timeline
6) Historical Figures - Front Page includes John Locke & Back Page includes King Louis XIV
.....a) Historical Figure Group Prep & Instructions
7) QuickWrite: Which historical figure's ideas do you like the most? Why are those ideas better than others? (2/3 Page)
7a) Discussion Notes Worksheet (Worksheet) & (Power Point)
MONDAY October 26, 2009
1) Intro to Auto & Demo / TOC (Assign #1)
2) Scenarios / Spectrum (Assign #3)
3) Vocab 1-33 (Assign #4) – Complete by end of unit. Have in class each day as Mr P will demonstrate vocab words each day. Or refer to student legacy projects for help. Write your definitions in PENCIL in case you need to change them. Always, put your vocab in your own words. Do NOT copy a definition directly. That is plagiarism and also CHEATING.
4) Start - Timeline (Assign #5)
HW:
a) Vocab
b) Read Plato’s - Allegory of the Cave… if you want. Just some extra reading. This is not required work.
c) Don't like reading? Watch an animated version of Allegory of the Cave.
NOTE – Geo Retake Exam Wednesday after school – 3:22 pm
TUESDAY October 27, 2009
1) Timeline – Greeks and Romans
2) Vocab - work
HW:
a) Work on and Study Vocab (Assign #4) – Sketch’s Site & Milie's 2008 Power Pt Vocab Game
b) Complete Timeline (Assign #5) – Due Thursday
NOTE – Geo Retake Exam Wednesday after school – 3:22pm
Geo Help
a) Sketch's Geo Review Website - Email and thank her at oliviasketch@yahoo.com
b) Technical Thompson's Website - Email and thank her at music.freek@gmail.com
WEDNESDAY October 28, 2009
1) Vocab Game Video
2) Vocab Review (Millie’s Power Pt)
3) Groups work on Historical Figures (Assign #6)
HW:
a) Complete Assignments 1-5
b) Research and gather cool info on your historical figure
NOTE – Geo Retake Exam today after school – 3:22pm
THURSDAY October 29, 2009
1) Groups presentation prep for historical figures
2) Vocab Review
3) Jeopardy Review
HW:
a) Study for Vocab Game
b) Be ready to present on Friday
FRIDAY October 30, 2009
1) TBA (Sub)
MONDAY November 2, 2009
1) Post Halloween Chat
2) Bill & Ed Show - Auto & Demo Historical Figures
3) Group Prep for Historical Figures Presentations
4) Vocab Review - Ask to go over unfamiliar Vocab words
HW:
a) Complete 1-6
b) Be ready for Historical Figures Group Presentation (Tues)
c) Study for Vocab Game (Wed)
d) Did you form a Vocab Game group of 4 yet?
TUESDAY November 3, 2009
Waste No Time! Let's Get Started Right Away!
1) 150 seconds of Group Prep = 2 1/2 minutes
2) Group Present Historical Figures (Assign #6) - 9 groups x 5 minutes = 45 minutes
3) Debriefing & Vocab Review = 6 minutes... rest of class
HW:
a) Study for Vocab Game
b)Organize Packet Assign 1-6
c) If you want to do Thursday HW early, Essay Outline WS in pencil (Assign #7)(Worksheet) & (Power Point)
WEDNESDAY November 4, 2009
1) Vocab Game (Scoring System)
2) Auto vs Demo Outline Worksheet (Assign #7)(Worksheet) & (Power Point)
HW:
a) Detailed Completion of Discussion Notes (Assign 7)(Worksheet) & (Power Point)
b) Use your Discussion Notes (Assign 7) to prepare your thoughts for the Auto vs Demo vote with your feet Class Debate on Thursday
THURSDAY November 5, 2009
1) Auto vs Demo vote with your feet Debate
IN-CLASS DEBATE CREDIT
a) Students participate in the Auto vs Demo class discussion
b) Demonstrate they prepared at home for class debate
c) Use unit vocab words to explain their opinion
d) Show a mature and higher level of understanding of the subject matter.
At the conclusion of the in-class debate, Mr P will announce the name of students who qualified and will get credit for the class discussion.
All students NOT called at the end of the period, did NOT participate in the discussion well enough to qualify. The unqualified students will have to type a 5 paragraph essay to demonstrate their higher level understanding of the unit.
HW:
a) 5 paragraph essay (Due Monday, November 9)
b) The 5 paragraph essay prompt is:
Assess the validity of this statement: Autocracy is the best form of government.
Need help with writing your 5 paragraph essay watch the Essay Bunch & Essay Video Notes to help out while you watch. Follow the essay notes & video and your 5 paragraph essay should be splendid.
FRIDAY November 6 2009
1) Welcome to P-ville
2) Most Radical Nerds… Talk
3) …Enlightenment & American Revolution
GEOGRAPHY NOTICE: Mr. P MIGHT be hosting the Geography Re-take Exam #3 Thursday at 3:22pm. All students interested in trying to ace the Exam in order to change their original score are invited to attend. Mr. P will likely hold Geo Re-take Exams once a week. If a student can't make the Re-take this week, students are welcome to show for a future Geo Re-take. Yet, do note that Mr. P does the Geo Re-take Exams out of the kindness of his heart and love for Geography. There is NO guarantee that Mr. P will give the Retake Exam after school, especially if Mr. P has personal or other matter to attend to. Once Mr. P’s wife and twins return to California he will likely NOT have the time to offer such opportunity. He’ll be busy changing diapers and doing such stuff. So take advantage now of the Geo Retake offerings while they last.
GEOGRAPHY EXTRA CREDIT:
1) Assignment Info
2) Example (Geddy Lee)
3) Geo Maps & Location Info
Monday, October 05, 2009
Greetings and welcome to 2009-2010 school year.
There are a multitude of purposes for this portion of the website.
1) Students can check homework (HW)
2) Parents can check homework
3) Students (especially absent) can find out about what happened in class.
4) Parents can get a sense of what is going on in class.
5) Students and parents can find out about upcoming exams, quizzes, projects, etc.
While this information can be helpful, parents and students should NOT ONLY rely on this portion of the website for information pertaining to World History. Students should:
a) Attend class and pay attention to instruction
b) Exchange phone numbers and emails with more than one trustworthy student
c) Start a class blog to communicate about class matters (students have been doing this for the past few years now)
d) Check out Technical Thompson's Website (P-Alumni Student Class Website)
Due to various restrictions like lack of time, no budget for secretaries and website masters, as well as a need to attend to personal matters, Mr. P does NOT always have this portion of the website updated. He tries his best. Yes, not very far back in history there were no such thing as websites and whatnot. Mankind has survived for thousands of years without the internet and other technological 'wonders' and I suppose we can continue to do so. Think of this website as an 'extra' and not a necessity. Regardless, I hope that you still find this portion of the website helpful this year.
WORLD HISTORY CLASS INFO & HOMEWORK
MONDAY October 5, 2009
1) Read Roman Republic & Empire (p.20-27)
2) Do Part 1 of Worksheet as a class
3) Groups work on their Power Pt Part
HW
a) Link for Roman Power Pt.
i) Groups should download this power pt
ii) Enhance their section with images
iii)Save their image enhanced section to a USB and bring to class by Wednesday
b)Work to complete Roman Worksheet Parts 1-10 by Wednesday
c)FYI - Instructions for Group Presentations
TUESDAY October 6, 2009
1) Work individually on Roman Worksheet Parts 1-10 by Wednesday
2) Groups discuss and prep for mini-group presentation starting Wednesday
3) Extra time work to complete Roman Worksheet or read Judaism - Section 3 p.28-32
HW
a) Link for Roman Power Pt.
i) Groups should download this power pt
ii) Enhance their section with images
iii)Save their image enhanced section to a USB and bring to class by Wednesday
b)Work to complete Roman Worksheet Parts 1-10 by Wednesday
WEDNESDAY October 7, 2009
1) Final Group Prep time / HW check
2) Roman Republic and Empire Group Mini-Presentations Begin Parts 1-4
3) Back to School Night!
HW:
Visit Mr. P's Website (Wait! You're already here, right?)
A)Print out a copy of Mr. P's class syllabus
B)Review the syllabus with your parents, if you didn't have the time to appropriately do so at the start of the school year.
C) Study for Roman Republic and Empire Mini-Exam on Friday
THURSDAY October 8, 2009
1) Roman Republic and Empire Group Mini-Presentations Begin Parts 5-8
2) Roman Jeopardy Review Game to assist with Roman Mini Exam this Friday
HW:
A) Study for Roman Republic and Empire Mini-Exam on Friday
FRIDAY October 9, 2009
1) Roman Republic and Empire Group Mini-Presentations Begin Parts 9-10
2) Turn in Roman Worksheet
3) Roman Republic and Empire Mini Exam
HW:
A) Did you bomb the Geo Exam? Study for the Geo Retake to be offered after school in the coming weeks. Remember "ace" the retake and your score will be changed to a perfect score. What a deal! Check out the Geo online studying assistance made by former students of Mr P. These former students did this to help you. So now take responsibility and help yourself "ace" the Geo Retake and improve your grade.
1) Ultimate Geo - download this power point! It will take a few minutes to download as it is a big file. It is a great help!
2) Sketch's Website - great website to help drill Geo locations into your head.
Hello
out
there!
There are a multitude of purposes for this portion of the website.
1) Students can check homework (HW)
2) Parents can check homework
3) Students (especially absent) can find out about what happened in class.
4) Parents can get a sense of what is going on in class.
5) Students and parents can find out about upcoming exams, quizzes, projects, etc.
While this information can be helpful, parents and students should NOT ONLY rely on this portion of the website for information pertaining to World History. Students should:
a) Attend class and pay attention to instruction
b) Exchange phone numbers and emails with more than one trustworthy student
c) Start a class blog to communicate about class matters (students have been doing this for the past few years now)
d) Check out Technical Thompson's Website (P-Alumni Student Class Website)
Due to various restrictions like lack of time, no budget for secretaries and website masters, as well as a need to attend to personal matters, Mr. P does NOT always have this portion of the website updated. He tries his best. Yes, not very far back in history there were no such thing as websites and whatnot. Mankind has survived for thousands of years without the internet and other technological 'wonders' and I suppose we can continue to do so. Think of this website as an 'extra' and not a necessity. Regardless, I hope that you still find this portion of the website helpful this year.
WORLD HISTORY CLASS INFO & HOMEWORK
MONDAY October 5, 2009
1) Read Roman Republic & Empire (p.20-27)
2) Do Part 1 of Worksheet as a class
3) Groups work on their Power Pt Part
HW
a) Link for Roman Power Pt.
i) Groups should download this power pt
ii) Enhance their section with images
iii)Save their image enhanced section to a USB and bring to class by Wednesday
b)Work to complete Roman Worksheet Parts 1-10 by Wednesday
c)FYI - Instructions for Group Presentations
TUESDAY October 6, 2009
1) Work individually on Roman Worksheet Parts 1-10 by Wednesday
2) Groups discuss and prep for mini-group presentation starting Wednesday
3) Extra time work to complete Roman Worksheet or read Judaism - Section 3 p.28-32
HW
a) Link for Roman Power Pt.
i) Groups should download this power pt
ii) Enhance their section with images
iii)Save their image enhanced section to a USB and bring to class by Wednesday
b)Work to complete Roman Worksheet Parts 1-10 by Wednesday
WEDNESDAY October 7, 2009
1) Final Group Prep time / HW check
2) Roman Republic and Empire Group Mini-Presentations Begin Parts 1-4
3) Back to School Night!
HW:
Visit Mr. P's Website (Wait! You're already here, right?)
A)Print out a copy of Mr. P's class syllabus
B)Review the syllabus with your parents, if you didn't have the time to appropriately do so at the start of the school year.
C) Study for Roman Republic and Empire Mini-Exam on Friday
THURSDAY October 8, 2009
1) Roman Republic and Empire Group Mini-Presentations Begin Parts 5-8
2) Roman Jeopardy Review Game to assist with Roman Mini Exam this Friday
HW:
A) Study for Roman Republic and Empire Mini-Exam on Friday
FRIDAY October 9, 2009
1) Roman Republic and Empire Group Mini-Presentations Begin Parts 9-10
2) Turn in Roman Worksheet
3) Roman Republic and Empire Mini Exam
HW:
A) Did you bomb the Geo Exam? Study for the Geo Retake to be offered after school in the coming weeks. Remember "ace" the retake and your score will be changed to a perfect score. What a deal! Check out the Geo online studying assistance made by former students of Mr P. These former students did this to help you. So now take responsibility and help yourself "ace" the Geo Retake and improve your grade.
1) Ultimate Geo - download this power point! It will take a few minutes to download as it is a big file. It is a great help!
2) Sketch's Website - great website to help drill Geo locations into your head.
Hello
out
there!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Greetings and welcome to 2009-2010 school year.
There are a multitude of purposes for this portion of the website.
1) Students can check homework (HW)
2) Parents can check homework
3) Students (especially absent) can find out about what happened in class.
4) Parents can get a sense of what is going on in class.
5) Students and parents can find out about upcoming exams, quizzes, projects, etc.
While this information can be helpful, parents and students should NOT ONLY rely on this portion of the website for information pertaining to World History. Students should:
a) Attend class and pay attention to instruction
b) Exchange phone numbers and emails with more than one trustworthy student
c) Start a class blog to communicate about class matters (students have been doing this for the past few years now)
d) Check out Technical Thompson's Website (P-Alumni Student Class Website)
Due to various restrictions like lack of time, no budget for secretaries and website masters, as well as a need to attend to personal matters, Mr. P does NOT always have this portion of the website updated. He tries his best. Yes, not very far back in history there were no such thing as websites and whatnot. Mankind has survived for thousands of years without the internet and other technological 'wonders' and I suppose we can continue to do so. Think of this website as an 'extra' and not a necessity. Regardless, I hope that you still find this portion of the website helpful this year.
WORLD HISTORY CLASS INFO & HOMEWORK
THURSDAY September 10th, 2009
1. Intro
2. 5x8 Cards
3. Classroom Basics (Video)
4. Walk Thru P’s Website
HW: a) Parent Signature Sheet
HW:
Visit Mr. P's Website (Wait! You're already here, right?)
A)Print out a copy of Mr. P's class syllabus
B)Review the syllabus with your parents
C)Have the syllabus appropriately signed
D)Turn in the entire printed out syllabus with signatures tomorrow at the start of class.
FRIDAY Sept 11th, 2010
1) Collect signed syllabus print outs
2) Begin Geography Unit
Mr. P
will
soon
return
to
Rm 3301.
There are a multitude of purposes for this portion of the website.
1) Students can check homework (HW)
2) Parents can check homework
3) Students (especially absent) can find out about what happened in class.
4) Parents can get a sense of what is going on in class.
5) Students and parents can find out about upcoming exams, quizzes, projects, etc.
While this information can be helpful, parents and students should NOT ONLY rely on this portion of the website for information pertaining to World History. Students should:
a) Attend class and pay attention to instruction
b) Exchange phone numbers and emails with more than one trustworthy student
c) Start a class blog to communicate about class matters (students have been doing this for the past few years now)
d) Check out Technical Thompson's Website (P-Alumni Student Class Website)
Due to various restrictions like lack of time, no budget for secretaries and website masters, as well as a need to attend to personal matters, Mr. P does NOT always have this portion of the website updated. He tries his best. Yes, not very far back in history there were no such thing as websites and whatnot. Mankind has survived for thousands of years without the internet and other technological 'wonders' and I suppose we can continue to do so. Think of this website as an 'extra' and not a necessity. Regardless, I hope that you still find this portion of the website helpful this year.
WORLD HISTORY CLASS INFO & HOMEWORK
THURSDAY September 10th, 2009
1. Intro
2. 5x8 Cards
3. Classroom Basics (Video)
4. Walk Thru P’s Website
HW: a) Parent Signature Sheet
HW:
Visit Mr. P's Website (Wait! You're already here, right?)
A)Print out a copy of Mr. P's class syllabus
B)Review the syllabus with your parents
C)Have the syllabus appropriately signed
D)Turn in the entire printed out syllabus with signatures tomorrow at the start of class.
FRIDAY Sept 11th, 2010
1) Collect signed syllabus print outs
2) Begin Geography Unit
Mr. P
will
soon
return
to
Rm 3301.
Monday, May 11, 2009
INFORMATION AND SCHEDULE FOR MAY 11th-15th, 2009
For additional unit information, worksheets and power points link to Technical Thompson's website.
20th Century Genocide - Students are expected to find out about other 20th Century Genocide besides the Holocaust. Students can use these links below to obtain information on 20th Century Genocide. Students can go to these sites and others to fill out their Genocide Notesheet.
A) Main Link A - The History Place: Genocide of the 20th Century Great starting point
B) Main Link B - Pledge Peace Union contributed by Mizuho (Period 5 All-Star 2005) Quality overview of Genocide.
C) Main Link C - Genocide Documentation Centre
D) Main Link D - United Human Rights contributed by Mizuho (Period 5 All-Star 2005)
E)Death Tolls for the Man-made Megadeaths of the 20th Century Alphabetical Index (K-Z) - this resource provides many references on death tolls. Be careful you can get lost on this website for hours. Mr P suggests spending time on this website if you develop a strong interest in the subject of Genocide. If you are just looking to complete the Genocide worksheet, students need not use this site.
LINKS TO GENOCIDE TOPICS
1) Pol Pot Cambodia - Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D (PBS Frontline Documentary)
2) Guatemala Link B, Link C
3) Rwanda Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D (PBS Frontline Documentary)
4) Rape of Nanking Link A, Link D
5) Armenia Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D
6) Bosnia Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D
7) Namibia Link B
8) East Timor Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D
9) Burundi Link A, Link B,
10) Stalin's Famine Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D
11) Know of other Genocides? (Current?)
ASSIST IN THE LEARNING PROCESS! LET MR. P KNOW IF YOU FIND ANY OTHER QUALITY SITES OR INFORMATION ON GENOCIDE.
HOLOCAUST AND GENOCIDE
1) Table of Contents (TOC)
2) 8 Stages of the Holocaust
3) 20th Century Genocide Notes
4) Schindler Video Notes
5) Schindler Daily Questions - Omitted
MONDAY May 11, 2009 – Period 3& 5
1) Turn in WWII A-Bomb Essay
2) Schindler’s List
HW:
a) Holocaust & Genocide Packet Due Wed
b) Genocide Online Notes (Assign #3) – Due Wed
c) Skim and Read Cold War Chapter p.500 – 543 – To assist with state testing and the next unit
TUESDAY May 12, 2009 - Period 2, 4 & 6
1) Turn in WWII A-Bomb Essay
2) Schindler’s List
HW:
a) Holocaust & Genocide Packet Due Wed
b) Genocide Online Notes (Assign #3) – Due Wed
c) Skim and Read Cold War Chapter p.500 – 543 – To assist with state testing and the next unit
WEDNESDAY May 13, 2009 - Regular Schedule
1) Turn in Holocaust & Genocide Packet
2) Finish discussion of Holocaust and Genocide
HW:
a) Skim and Read Cold War Chapter p.500-543 – To assist with state testing and the next unit
THURSDAY May 14, 2009 Period 3 & 5
1) State Testing
HW: None
FRIDAY May 15, 2009
1) State Testing
HW: None
PREPARATION FOR FINAL EXAM
HEY! Want to get ready for the Final Exam? Here is some practice Multiple Choice sites
OK folks! The final stretch is here. Most of you have opted to take the final exam. Below are links to practice multiple choice exams. The questions for the final will cover unit content from 2nd semester. These units include:
a) 20th Century Revolutions and Nationalism - Russian, Chinese, India & Algeria
b) Global Depression / Pre WWII / Between the Wars
c) WWII (Europe & Pacific)
d) Holocaust & Genocide
e) Cold War
f) Modern Issues
This Textbook Website is a great starting point for unit review games such as multiple choice quizzes, flip cards and crossword puzzles. Good stuff here!
MULTIPLE CHOICE (MC) ONLINE QUESTIONS
Mr P suggests checking out the following units to prepare for the final exam:
20th CENTURY REVOLUTION & NATIONALISM
7b) Russian Revolution
8b) Chinese Communist Revolution
8c) Colonial Independence / Collapse of Imperialism
WWII MC QUESTIONS
7c) Between The Wars
7d)WWII
COLD WAR MC QUESTIONS
8a) Cold War
8f) Collapse of Communism
AP WORLD HISTORY MC REVIEW QUESTIONS This is suppose to be more "advanced" questions. Yet, Mr P believes students of P-ville should be able to handle most of these questions. Heck, some of these questions should be an insult to your intelligence. You guys are smart and this information is somewhere up in your head, if you attended class regularly and paid attention.
The Beginning of the Twentieth Century Crisis: War and Revolution
Europe Between the Wars, 1919-1939
The Deepening of the European Crisis: World War II
The Cold War and a New Europe, 1945-1970
Please email Mr P if you discover any other quality online MC questions. Thanks!
There is NOT enough time to teach the kids what they need be taught!
For additional unit information, worksheets and power points link to Technical Thompson's website.
20th Century Genocide - Students are expected to find out about other 20th Century Genocide besides the Holocaust. Students can use these links below to obtain information on 20th Century Genocide. Students can go to these sites and others to fill out their Genocide Notesheet.
A) Main Link A - The History Place: Genocide of the 20th Century Great starting point
B) Main Link B - Pledge Peace Union contributed by Mizuho (Period 5 All-Star 2005) Quality overview of Genocide.
C) Main Link C - Genocide Documentation Centre
D) Main Link D - United Human Rights contributed by Mizuho (Period 5 All-Star 2005)
E)Death Tolls for the Man-made Megadeaths of the 20th Century Alphabetical Index (K-Z) - this resource provides many references on death tolls. Be careful you can get lost on this website for hours. Mr P suggests spending time on this website if you develop a strong interest in the subject of Genocide. If you are just looking to complete the Genocide worksheet, students need not use this site.
LINKS TO GENOCIDE TOPICS
1) Pol Pot Cambodia - Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D (PBS Frontline Documentary)
2) Guatemala Link B, Link C
3) Rwanda Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D (PBS Frontline Documentary)
4) Rape of Nanking Link A, Link D
5) Armenia Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D
6) Bosnia Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D
7) Namibia Link B
8) East Timor Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D
9) Burundi Link A, Link B,
10) Stalin's Famine Link A, Link B, Link C, Link D
11) Know of other Genocides? (Current?)
ASSIST IN THE LEARNING PROCESS! LET MR. P KNOW IF YOU FIND ANY OTHER QUALITY SITES OR INFORMATION ON GENOCIDE.
HOLOCAUST AND GENOCIDE
1) Table of Contents (TOC)
2) 8 Stages of the Holocaust
3) 20th Century Genocide Notes
4) Schindler Video Notes
5) Schindler Daily Questions - Omitted
MONDAY May 11, 2009 – Period 3& 5
1) Turn in WWII A-Bomb Essay
2) Schindler’s List
HW:
a) Holocaust & Genocide Packet Due Wed
b) Genocide Online Notes (Assign #3) – Due Wed
c) Skim and Read Cold War Chapter p.500 – 543 – To assist with state testing and the next unit
TUESDAY May 12, 2009 - Period 2, 4 & 6
1) Turn in WWII A-Bomb Essay
2) Schindler’s List
HW:
a) Holocaust & Genocide Packet Due Wed
b) Genocide Online Notes (Assign #3) – Due Wed
c) Skim and Read Cold War Chapter p.500 – 543 – To assist with state testing and the next unit
WEDNESDAY May 13, 2009 - Regular Schedule
1) Turn in Holocaust & Genocide Packet
2) Finish discussion of Holocaust and Genocide
HW:
a) Skim and Read Cold War Chapter p.500-543 – To assist with state testing and the next unit
THURSDAY May 14, 2009 Period 3 & 5
1) State Testing
HW: None
FRIDAY May 15, 2009
1) State Testing
HW: None
PREPARATION FOR FINAL EXAM
HEY! Want to get ready for the Final Exam? Here is some practice Multiple Choice sites
OK folks! The final stretch is here. Most of you have opted to take the final exam. Below are links to practice multiple choice exams. The questions for the final will cover unit content from 2nd semester. These units include:
a) 20th Century Revolutions and Nationalism - Russian, Chinese, India & Algeria
b) Global Depression / Pre WWII / Between the Wars
c) WWII (Europe & Pacific)
d) Holocaust & Genocide
e) Cold War
f) Modern Issues
This Textbook Website is a great starting point for unit review games such as multiple choice quizzes, flip cards and crossword puzzles. Good stuff here!
MULTIPLE CHOICE (MC) ONLINE QUESTIONS
Mr P suggests checking out the following units to prepare for the final exam:
20th CENTURY REVOLUTION & NATIONALISM
7b) Russian Revolution
8b) Chinese Communist Revolution
8c) Colonial Independence / Collapse of Imperialism
WWII MC QUESTIONS
7c) Between The Wars
7d)WWII
COLD WAR MC QUESTIONS
8a) Cold War
8f) Collapse of Communism
AP WORLD HISTORY MC REVIEW QUESTIONS This is suppose to be more "advanced" questions. Yet, Mr P believes students of P-ville should be able to handle most of these questions. Heck, some of these questions should be an insult to your intelligence. You guys are smart and this information is somewhere up in your head, if you attended class regularly and paid attention.
The Beginning of the Twentieth Century Crisis: War and Revolution
Europe Between the Wars, 1919-1939
The Deepening of the European Crisis: World War II
The Cold War and a New Europe, 1945-1970
Please email Mr P if you discover any other quality online MC questions. Thanks!
There is NOT enough time to teach the kids what they need be taught!
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