May, 2015
Economics – 5/07/15
I. Bellwork: A.) Claim Statement: Which type of tax (progressive, proportional, or regressive) do you believe is the most equitable way for the government to raise money? Provide support for your claim. B.) Questions & Answers Page 242 Economic Analysis Page 244 Economic Analysis II. Objective: Distinguish between the ways in which local, state, and federal governments […]
Economics – 5/06/15
I. Bellwork: Q&A – Page 231 Economic Analysis Page 235 Economic Analysis II. Objective: Analyze and evaluate the methods in which the government generates revenue. Identify and classify the taxes as progressive, regressive, and proportional according to the methods implemented to generate revenue. Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information in order to address how […]
Sociology – 5/06/15
I. Bellwork: Provide 2 examples when deviance may be positive. II. Objectives: Analyze deviance and its social functions in terms of the civil rights struggle. Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources, connecting insights gained from specific details to an understanding of the text as a whole. III. Classwork: Read […]
Economics – 5/05/15
I Bellwork: Four Square II. Objective: Determine the central ideas or information; provide an accurate summary that makes clear the relationships among the key details and ideas. Examine and discuss the fundamental principles associated with taxation. III. Chapter 7 iLearn Quiz closes tomorrow @ midnight IV. Discussion/Notes: A. Review: Taxes Video B. The Economics of Taxation Pages […]
Sociology – 5/05/15
I. Bellwork: What do you believe should be done with teens/minors who commit serious crimes? Explain and support your reasoning with examples and details. II Objectives: Support an argument for or against the death penalty in regards to offensive by juveniles. Examine social deviance and the sanctions society places upon them. III. Project: – Due […]
Economics – 5/04/15
I. Bellwork: A. Claim Statement Q&A Do you believe that government regulation and agencies are necessary? Explain and cite examples. Present the counterclaim to your statement. Explain and cite examples. II. Objective: Discuss and provide analysis of the societal impact externalities and market failures (tragedy of the commons) while also exploring possible methods to resolve […]
Sociology 5/04/15
I. Bellwork: Page 161 Q&A 1-2 II. Objectives: Support an argument for or against the death penalty in regards to offensive by juveniles. Examine social deviance and the sanctions society places upon them. III. Project: – Due Monday 5/11/15 (Two People Groups/Video 3 people) Public Awareness Poster or Video to inform and discourage teenagers: […]