March 26/27, 2012

Journal: Make a CCOT timeline for how Germany changed politically and economically between 1900 and 1949.

Objective: Describe the events of the Great Depression and their impact in the USA, Germany, Japan, and Great Britain.

Classwork: First, we read the China storybooks (they were awesome!), then we took notes with the powerpoint about economic causes of the Great Depression. We finished with a worksheet analyzing different types of economies.

Homework: KAPLAN assignment, finish economies worksheet, and complete the first page of your WWII picture assignment.

March 23/24, 2012

Journal: How did Russia change politically between 1900 and 1940? First, make a timeline of events, then write a CCOT thesis statement answering this question.

Objective: Describe the events that led to the adoption of communism in both China and Russia.

Classwork: We spent a good deal of time working on the Russia timeline together, then we got into groups to start work on the "China books." First, you answered the questions on the worksheet, then wrote a children's book about the details of the change in power. Then we watched a few Gandhi clips (all the clips and the corresponding times are found on this website). It was a busy and full day!

Homework: Finish the pink worksheet (all necessary resources are on the blog) and complete your children's book. We will share them first thing next time.

March 20/21, 2012

Journal: Write a THESIS statement answering the question: What caused the Russian Revolution.

Classwork: Finish all WWI notes and take a quiz on WWI, then learn about the Russian Revolution. We took powerpoints, did a "Great Purge" activity, and began a reading assignment about Stalin's reforms.

Homework: Finish Stalin reading (and questions), and read Ch 30:3-4.

March 16/19, 2012

Journal: none

Objective: Explain the global nature of WWI and the ways in which the war impacted areas outside of Europe

Classwork: Finished notes on WWI, then got into groups to discuss the impact of war in various areas (be especially familiar with African involvement and the Ottomans (specifically Gallipoli), and the ANZAC troops from Australia and New Zealand). We finished with a wonderful trench warfare activity.

Homework: Kaplan Ch 3 and CCOT essay; paragraph from All Quiet on the Western Front readings

March 14/15, 2012

Journal: Describe 4 causes of World War I.

Objective: Grade tests, know how to write a DBQ, and describe causes of WWI.

Classwork: We graded your tests and went over the DBQ. Then we discussed how to properly write a DBQ and we practiced together. We finished by taking a few notes about the causes of WWI.

Homework: Test corrections and DBQ remix due BEFORE THE END OF THE TERM!

Kaplan assignment has been pushed back one day...due Tuesday and Wednesday

March 13/14, 2012

TEST DAY! :)

Don't forget to turn in your folders and ALL late and other work by Friday!

March 8/9, 2012

Journal: Make a timeline showing the ways that Mexico has changed POLITICALLY between 1800-1920. Then write a short summary, with words, of how Mexico has changed politically over this time period.

Objective: Explain Mexican political history and review for the test

Classwork: We finished up all of our "loose ends", including the Asia stations worksheet and then we played review games to prepare for the test.

Homework: Get everything ready for the most comprehensive notebook check ever! Yay! Don't forget to prepare your DBQ for the test on MONDAY!

March 5/7, 2012

Journal: Read the imperialism sample DBQ at your desk and give it a grade. Write in your journal what grade you would give it, and why.

Objective: Describe the interactions between East Asia and the west; explain the Meiji Restoration, Opium Wars, and Boxer Rebellion.

Classwork: DBQ practice. Discuss how to grade and evaluate a good DBQ. Then move into stations to get information about the Meiji Restoration, Opium Wars, and Boxer Rebellion.

Homework: Finish your unit packet and start studying for the test!

March 1/2, 2012

MARCH!! Holy cow! We are getting close to you know what!

Journal: What are two advancements or achievements attributed to the Ottoman Empire?

Classwork: We wrapped up our discussion of "Things Fall Apart", then completed the "Age of Imperialism" notes with the powerpoint. The powerpoint is on the blog if you still need to finish. We then took a quiz (which CAN be made up if you were absent...a rare treat!), and finished class by learning about the Sepoy Mutiny and watching a video on youtube entitled the Sepoy Mutiny in 9 minutes (watch it if you missed).

Homework: Kaplan Chapter 6 (era 1750-1900) 25 question diagnostic test, with a brief explanation of why the correct answer is the correct answer (so take the test, then check your answers). Also, answer JUST the DBQ in full.

Read Ch 28: 1-2 about China and Japan