March, 2017
Sociology – 3/17/17
I. Bellwork: (Questions & Answers) What symbol is used in the cartoon? Explain the meaning of the symbol in this cartoon. Explain the message of the cartoon. II. Objectives: Review the components of culture as well as cultural differences. Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources, connecting insights gained […]
Personal Finance – 3/17/17
I. Bellwork: A. Show your work. Round to the penny What is the maturity value of 7% on $3,500 for 20 days using a 360-day year? What is the maturity value on $15,000 for 1 year and 4 months at 8% interest? II. Objectives: Calculate simple interest and maturity value using the simple interest and […]
Economics – 3/17/17
I. Bellwork: Q&A List 3 examples of mandatory expenditures List 3 examples of discretionary expenditures II. Objective Distinguish between a surplus, a deficit, the national deficit, and national debt Examine the impact of deficits, surpluses, and the national debt on the private sector. Integrate information from diverse sources into a coherent understanding of the budget […]
Sociology – 3/16/17
I, Bellwork Identify 3 important parts of your culture. Explain the importance of each. II. Objectives: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text. Analyze the components of culture through use of a brace map to identify specific examples Discuss cultural universals and cultural variations providing examples of each. […]
Personal Finance – 3/16/17
I. Bellwork: A. Show your work Robert earned $300 interest on a 6 month with a 12% interest rate. What was the principle he invested? Gustavo invested $5000 and earned $250 interest for 90 days. Using a 360 day year, what was the interest rate? Jamil invested $4000 and earned $800 at an interest rate […]
Economics – 3/16/17
I. Bellwork: A. More Bridges to Nowhere Explain the author’s claim/main point? Explain the evidence the author uses to support claim. What is the author comparing to a bridge to nowhere? II. Objective: Discuss, identify, and analyze the ways in which federal, state, and local governments spend revenue for public services and social welfare. Determine […]
Sociology – 3/15/17
I. Bellwork- Read Page 32-33 Q&A What culture is Miner describing? What is the shrine? What is the charm-box? What is the mouth-rite? What is the body-rite performed by men? II. Objectives: Recognize the shared physical and abstract products which determine culture Analyze and identify the components of culture. Determine two or more central ideas […]
Economics – 3/14/17
I. Bellwork: Q&A What are the key symbols in the cartoon? Explain what is happening in the cartoon. Explain the main point this cartoon is attempting to communicate? II. Objective: Demonstrate understanding of visual information by restating, paraphrasing, summarizing, critiquing, or composing a personal response. Analyze the ways in which governments generate revenue on consumption, […]
Personal Finance – 3/15/17
I. Bellwork: A. Show your work What is the interest at 7% on $3,500 for 20 days using a 360-day year? What is the interest at 7% on $3,500 for 3 years and 3 months? II. Objectives: Content OBJ: calculate simple interest using the simple interest formula Lang OBJ: explain how to calculate simple interest […]
Personal Finance – 3/14/17
I. Bellwork – What is the interest on $15,000 for 1 year and 4 months at 8% interest? Identify the : Principle Rate Time Interest II. Objectives: Content OBJ: calculate simple interest by identifying its components, converting numbers and using the simple interest formula Lang OBJ: explain how to calculate simple interest by identifying its […]