May, 2015
Sociology – 6/01/2015
I. Bellwork Explain the difference between discrimination and prejudice. Provide an example of each II. Objective: Identify and analyze the elements of discrimination and its impact on society. Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media in order to address a question or solve a problem. III, Song/Poem – […]
Economics – 5/29/15
I. Bellwork: Business Week News Clip Page 346 Q&A Summarize the article. ( 3-4 sentences) What words or phrases identify the author’s point of view? Do you believe income inequality is a problem in our society? Explain why or why not.. II. Objective Analyze the stages in the business cycle, their impact on the economy, […]
Sociology – 5/29/2015
I. Bellwork Page 211 Q&A 5-6 II. Objectives: Analyze the concepts and causes of discrimination and prejudice` and their relation to the treatment of minority groups. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, III. Discussion: Prejudice & Discrimination https://youtu.be/7P0iP2Zm6a4 IV. Senior Final V. Classwork Page 212 […]
Economics – 5/28/15
I. Bellwork Q&A Explain the symbolism used in the cartoon. Explain the main point of the cartoon. II. Objective- Integrate information from diverse sources, both primary and secondary, into a coherent understanding of an idea or event, noting discrepancies among sources. Evaluate authors’ differing points of view on an issue by assessing the authors’ claims, […]
Sociology – 5/28/2015
I. Bellwork Page 207 Q&A 1-2 II. Objectives: Analyze the role race, ethnicity, and minority groups shape social structure Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, III. Discussion: Does Race Exist? https://bcove.me/rgs3ioku IV. Classwork Page 208 Vocabulary (5) Create 4 True & False Questions Create 9 Multiple Choice […]
Economics – 5/27/15
I. Bellwork: Four Square: GPI offers useful counterpoint to GDP II. Objective: Integrate information from diverse sources, both primary and secondary, into a coherent understanding of an idea or event, noting discrepancies among sources. Evaluate authors’ differing points of view on an issue by assessing the authors’ claims, reasoning, and evidence. III. Review GDP Basics Which […]
Sociology – 5/27/15
I. Bellwork Q&A Explain the irony in the cartoon. What is the cartoon’s message? Do you agree with the message? Explain why or why not. II. Objective: Examine the problems/shortcomings of a capitalist society and explore where improvements can be made. Compare/contrast the results of capitalism with the economic goals of society Integrate […]
Economics – 5/26/15
I. Bellwork: Q&A Identify each as being included or not included in the GDP of the United States. A car built in Michigan and shipped to Brazil A car made by Ford in Mexico TV made in China Buying lunch at Fordson A Toyota made in Tennessee A partially completed house A freeway II. Objective Examine and discuss the […]
Sociology – 5/26/15
I. Bellwork Rat Race Cartoon Q&A What is the cartoon’s message? Explain the analogy used to communicate the message? How does this relate to you? II. Objective: Examine the problems/shortcomings of a capitalist society and explore where improvements can be made. Compare/contrast the results of capitalism with the economic goals of society Integrate and evaluate […]
Economics – 5/21/2015
I. Bellwork: Explain at least two ways you can tell if the economy is doing well. II. Objective Explain the components of GDP and how economic growth is measured using GDP Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text. III. Discussion on GDP GDP Background Notes Video GDP REAL […]