April, 2016
Economics – 4/15/2016
I. Bellwork Q&A Explain what happens to jobs, spending and production when an economy is slowing down (recession)? Explain what happens to jobs, spending, production, and inflation when an economy is functioning near capacity? II. Objective: Analyze how the decisions made by a country’s central bank (or the Federal Reserve) impact a nation’s economy and […]
Sociology – 4/15/2016
I. Bellwork: Q&A Page 71 Skills Focus What new methods of communication not listed are changing the way we communicate? Do you believe the technological evolution of communication has had more of a positive or negative impact in our society? State your claim, evidence, and support. II. Objectives: Evaluate various explanations for actions or events […]
Economics – 4/14/2016
I. Bellwork A. Describe the symbolism in the cartoon. B. Explain the author’s message. C. Explain how this cartoon relates to outsourcing and globalization. II. Objective: Determine the central ideas or information of a economic cartoon; describe the symbolism and provide an accurate summary that makes clear the relationships among the key details and ideas. […]
Economics – 4/11/2016
I. Bellwork: Outsourcing Pgs. 226-227 Q&A Define off shoring/outsourcing. Cite evidence the author uses against off shoring. Cite the reasoning each used to explain why the evidence is important. Cite the evidence the author uses to support off shoring Cite the reasoning each used to explain why the evidence is important. Explain which opinion do […]
Sociology – 4/11/2016
I. Bellwork Page 53 Questions & Answers 1-2 II. Objectives: Define the organization and describe the purpose and function of groups in society. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text. Evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media in order to address and describe the purpose and […]
Economics – 4/08/2016
I. Bellwork Q&A (See chart below) Country Unemployment Rate % of Average Wage Received in Unemployment Benefits Length of Time Benefits Are Paid U.S. 4.6% 48% 6 months Japan 4.2% 51% 1 year France 9.7% 58% 2 years Germany 10.4% 36% 5 years Source: The World Factbook, 2007. Which country had the highest unemployment benefits […]
Sociology – 4/08/2016
I. Bellwork Examine the diagram on Page 56. Complete a similar diagram for yourself with at least 3 different statuses. Explain two Role Strains you have. Identify and explain at least one role conflict you have II. Objectives Demonstrate how status is determined and identify the related roles affiliated with attaining various statuses. Determine the […]
Economics – 4/07/2016
I. Bellwork P.360 Examining the NewsClip 1-2 Q&A Page 365 Cartoon: What type of inflation is the father discussing? Explain II. Objective Apply the criteria for being unemployed and using various scenarios classify different types of unemployment including frictional, structural, and cyclical. Evaluate various explanations for actions or events and determine which explanation best accords […]
Sociology – 4/07/2016
I. Bellwork Four Square Article: What is your status II. Objectives: Demonstrate how status is determined and identify the related roles affiliated with attaining various statuses. Determine the central ideas or information and provide an accurate summary that makes clear the relationships among the key details and ideas. Construct thinking maps to demonstrate the concepts […]
Economics – 4/06/2016
I. Bellwork: Why the Fed Worries Inflation Is too Low Q&A Based upon the article: Summarize what the Fed is planning to do. Explain the methods they will employ. Explain the reason the Fed believes this action is necessary. What did you learn about inflation from this article? II. Objective Analyze the circumstances behind the […]