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Sociology – 10/12/2015
I. Bellwork Page S13 in the front (Questions & Answers) What is the first step in developing a hypothesis? How does Step #4 differ from step #1? Explain what happens in step #5? II. Objectives: Review fundamental sociological concepts and theories Develop and test group research project hypothesis. Identify, examine, and explain examples for functionalism, […]
Economics – 10/12/2015
I. Bellwork: Write a paragraph (3-6 sentences) about a product or service you tried to purchase that was difficult to obtain due to high demand. Explain why demand for the product or service was so high and how you were able or unable to obtain the product or service II. Objective: Determine what creates demand, […]
Sociology – 10/09/2015
I. Bellwork A. Read over the basic research methods and their related techniques on pages 24-26. Which research method and technique do you believe provides more accurate results? Explain why. II. Objectives: Examine the different ways that reality is constructed (by media, institutions, individuals, ideals) and the various ways that various people approach their reality(-ies). Construct relationships between […]
Economics – 10/09/2015
I. Bellwork Based upon the information provided in the table below, what are three conclusions you can make when comparing a traditional and market economy. II. Objective: Examine the importance of entrepreneurs in a market economy as they attempt to obtain capital and financing to support their endeavors. Demonstrate understanding of written, spoken, or visual […]
Economics – 10/08/2015
I. Bellwork A separate sheet of paper with MLA heading II. Objectives: Complete Chapter 2 Assessment by applying concepts and principles which focus on how the allocation of goods and services, the evaluation of economic performance, and the roles of government in the economy. Create claims supported by details and examples discussed in class and […]
Sociology – 10/08/2015
I. Bellwork What was the most difficult part of creating your skit? How would you describe the contributions by your group members? Be specific. II, Objectives: Present and analyze presentations which demonstrate the application of the main sociological theories. Critic and write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen […]
Sociology – 10/07/2015
I. Bellwork: Q&A Provide an example of an independent variable and a dependent variable? What is a sample and how is it useful? II. Objectives: Create scenarios which demonstrate the application of the main sociological theories. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. III. […]
Economics – 10/07/2015
I. Bellwork Q&A What is happening in the cartoon? Explain the point that is being made about communism? Explain the point that is being made about capitalism? II. Objective: Review concepts and principles which focus on how economic systems allocate resources, the evaluation of economic performance, and the role of government in the economy. Examine […]
Sociology – 10/06/2015
I. Bellwork Q&A How do sociologists uncover causation and correlation? P22-23 What is the difference between independent variables and dependent variables? P23 II. Objectives: Examine the different ways that reality is constructed (by media, institutions, individuals, ideals) and the various ways that various people approach their reality(-ies). Construct relationships between the video and describe through […]
Economics – 10/06/2015
I. Bellwork A. Eminent Domain and Property Rights Q&A What do you believe is the authors intent/message? Identify two restrictions under which the government must operate when exercising eminent domain authority. Explain the two qualities a public good must have? Explain why private property rights important. II. Objectives: Analyze and discuss the role of government […]