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Good afternoon! Today we began an abbreviated version of Chapter 20 which explores the journey of early explorers to the “New World”. Since Christmas break was extended due to weather we will cover some of the big concepts for Chapter 20 and quiz only on vocabulary. 

Here’s what we did today:

o       Activity-The Story of Christopher Columbus According to Fordson Students

o       Video-Jimmy Kimmel Live-The Story of Christopher Columbus According to Hollywood Blvd (5:00 min)

o       Guided Tour-Chapter 20-The Atlantic World

o       Study Guide-Final Exam 1^st Semester

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD creation of their background knowledge of Christopher Columbus and his journey to the new world through a partner based question activity

§        SWD applications of the important political/historical figures, events and evidentiary text located in Chapter 20 through compiling information on a guided tour worksheet

§        SWD analysis of the materials covered in Chapter 5, World Religions, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18 and Vocabulary from Chapter 20 by preparing a structured study guide

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will orally discuss and record their answers to questions aimed to gage their background knowledge of Christopher Columbus and his journey to the new world by completing a collaborative question activity

§        Students will write answers to guided questions that require examination of the additional supporting resources/information located within Chapter 20 by completing a Guided Tour activity

§      Students will read, and write the key terms and important concepts covered in Chapter 5, World Religions, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18 and Vocabulary from Chapter 20 by completing a structured final exam study guide

Supplemental Material: The Story of Christopher Columbus According to Fordson Students, Chapter 20 Guided Tour and World History Semester 1 Final Exam Study Guide

The Story of Christopher Columbus According to Fordson Students

The Story of Christorpher Columbus According to Fordson Students

Chapter 20 Guided Tour

Chapter 20-Guided Tour

World History Semester 1 Final Exam Study Guide

Final Exam-Study Guide-2013

 Video Link: Jimmy Kimmel Live-The Story of Christopher Columbus According to Hollywood Blvd (5:00 min)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjKlJd5iOeU&safe=active

Good afternoon everyone!! After 19 days of vacation we are finally back! Today was our SSR day along with our introduction to Chapter 20’s Vocabulary Match-up.

Here’s a full break down of today:

• SSR-Columbus Day? True Legacy: Cruelty and Slavery 
• SSR Inquiry Questions-
  • 1.) What was the main idea of this article? How does the main idea contradict how we view Columbus historically?
  • 2.) What questions would you ask of Christopher Columbus if you had the chance? (Please list 3 questions)
• Vocabulary Match-up Review Activity-Chapter 20-The Atlantic World
• Daily Objective-

o        Content Objective:

§         SWD evaluation of the background story behind the creation of Columbus Day through stating their opinion in a SSR article and SSR reflection log

§         SWD analysis of key terms associated with our unit covering Chapter 20 through the manipulating of vocabulary terms in a collaborative activity

o        Language Objective:

§         Students will read and respond to the background story behind the creation of Columbus Day by responding to an SSR article through a SSR inquiry log

§         Students will read and orally match up important vocabulary terms pertaining to our unit covering Chapter 20 by using a vocabulary match-up activity

Supplemental Materials: SSR Article “Columbus Day? True Legacy: Cruelty and Slavery” Chapter 20 Vocab Match-Up Terms and Chapter 20 Vocabulary

SSR Article “Columbus Day? True Legacy: Cruelty and Slavery”

Columbus Day-SSR Article

Chapter 20 Vocab Match-UpTerms

Chapter 20-Vocab Match up Terms

Chapter 20 Vocabulary

Chapter 20-Vocabulary Match-up

Good afternoon everyone. As we continue to count down the days to Christmas break (only 4 more school days) we have only two chapters to finish this semester Chapters 18 and 20. This week we are going to knock out chapter 18 by beginning  with our vocab match up for Chapter 18 and weekly SSR Article.

Here’s what we did today:

o       SSR-The Taj Mahal: A Love Story 

o       SSR Inquiry Questions-

o       1.) What do you think about Shah Jahan’s decision to build a memorial for his late wife? What does that say about his love for her?

o       2.) If you had access to all of the resources (financial and material) as Shah Jahan how would you deal with your own burial?  If you would build a monument for yourself what would it look like?

o       Vocabulary Match-up Review Activity-Chapter 18-The Muslim World Expands  (Sections 1 and 3)

o       Video-Sulyman the Magnificient (6 min)

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD evaluation of the background story behind the construction of the Taj Mahal and legend of Shah Jahan’s Black Taj Mahal through stating their opinion in a SSR reflection log

§        SWD analysis of key terms associated with the unit covering Chapter 18 through the manipulating of vocabulary terms in a collaborative activity

§        SWD synthesis of the impact of Sulyman the “Lawgiver” on the Muslim world through the use of guided video facts and class discussions.

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will read and respond to the background story behind the construction of the Taj Mahal and legend of Shah Jahan’s Black Taj Mahal by responding to an SSR Inquiry log

§        Students will read and orally match up important vocabulary terms pertaining to the unit covering Chapter 18 by using a vocabulary match-up activity

§        Students will listen and record the impact of Sulyman the “Lawgiver” on the Muslim

Supplemental Material: Chapter 18 Vocabulary Match-up with Answer Key and SSR Article of the Week: “The Taj MAhal: A Love Story”

Chapter 18 Vocabulary Match-up with Answer Key 

Chapter 18-Vocabulary Match-up

SSR Article of the Week: “The Taj MAhal: A Love Story”

The Taj Mahal-SSR Article

As we wrap up Chapter 17 today we will be covering section 4 which focuses on John Calvin and the Council of Trent. We also answered the question “What does a baptism look like”? Tomorrow is our quiz on Chapter 17 Sections 1-4. It will be 35 questions (70 total summative points) and that leaves us with two unit tests before we hit final exams.

Here’s our day today:

o       Lecture-Chapter 17-Section 4-The Reformation Continues

o       Video Clip: Good Friday Baptism Recap 2013 (2:41 min)  (Trinity Church Redlands, CA)

o       Video-History of the Renaissance (21 min) w/15 Video Facts

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD analysis of the development of Calvinism and the effect of the Council of Trent on the Reformation movement through the use of guided student notes

§        SWD synthesis of the major advancements and historical figures that fostered the growth of the Renaissance through the use of guided video facts and class discussions.

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will listen and record the development of Calvinism and the effect of the Council of Trent on the Reformation movement by completing teacher led guided notes

§        Students will listen and record the major advancements and historical figures that fostered the growth of the Renaissance by recording the fifteen  most interesting facts that cause further inquiry

Supplemental Material: Notes-Section 4:The Reform Continues and Power Point

Notes-Section 4:The Reform Continues and Power Point

Chapter 17-Section 4-Fill-in the Blank Notes

Section 4-The Reform Continues

Video Links: Good Friday Baptism Recap 2013 (2:41 min)

Half way through the week and it’s already time for Chapter 17’s study guide. We will be taking our quiz on Friday December 13th. The quiz will be 35 questions (10 matching and 20 multiple choice) covering all we have learned about Chapter 17.

Here’s what we did today:

o       Vocabulary Match-up Review Quiz-Chapter 17-European Renaissance and Reformation  (Sections 1-4)

o       Study Guide- Chapter 17-European Renaissance and Reformation  (Sections 1 through 4)

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD analysis of key terms associated with the unit covering Chapter 17 through the manipulating of vocabulary terms in a collaborative activity

§        SWD analysis of the materials covered in Chapter 17 Sections 1-4 by preparing a structured study guide

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will read and orally match up important vocabulary terms pertaining to the unit covering Chapter 17 by using a vocabulary match-up activity

§        Students will read, and write the key terms and important concepts covered in Chapter 17 Sections 1-4 by completing a structured study guide

Supplemental Materials: Chapter 17-Study Guide

Chapter 17-Study Guide

Chapter 17-Study Guide-Half Sheet

As we continue on our unit covering Chapter 17 today’s lesson focuses on the Protestant Reformation.

Here’s our day today:

o       Vocabulary Match-up Review Activity-Chapter 17-European Renaissance and Reformation        (Sections 1-4)

o       Lecture-Chapter 17-Section 3-Luther Leads the Reform (Part 2)

o       Section Review Questions-Chapter 17-Section 3

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD analysis of key terms associated with the unit covering Chapter 17 through the manipulating of vocabulary terms in a collaborative activity

§        SWD analysis of the social, political, economic and religious causes of the Reformation and the effects of Martin Luther’s teachings through the use of guided notes

§        SWD evaluation of the social, political, economic and religious causes of the Reformation and the effects of Martin Luther’s teachings by comparing them to Catholicism in a section review activity

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will read and orally match up important vocabulary terms pertaining to the unit covering Chapter 17 by using a vocabulary match-up activity

§        Students will read and record information that supports the social, political, economic and religious causes of the Reformation and the effects of Martin Luther’s teachings by completing teacher led guided notes

§        Students will read and record information pertaining to the social, political, economic and religious causes of the Reformation and the effects of Martin Luther’s teachings by comparing them to Catholicism through the use of a guided  section review activity

Supplemental Material: Notes-Chapter 17 Section 3 and Section Review Questions Chapter 17 Section 3

Notes: Chapter 17 Section-Luther Leads the Reformation

Section 3-Luther Leads the Reformation

Section Review Questions Chapter 17 Section 3

Chapter 17-Section 3 Questions

Good afternoon!! Today as we begin our discussion on the reformation we completed our weekly SSR Article and completed a fun gallery walk.

Here’s what happened today:

o       SSR-Pope Francis: No More Business as Usual                                  (CNN November 26^th, 2013)

o       SSR Inquiry Questions-

o       1.) Can you explain in your own words why Pope Francis feels there needs to be changes in the Catholic Church and what are some areas that need change?

o       2.) What questions would you ask the Pope if you had the chance?

o       3.) As someone who is not Catholic is there anything about his ideas that you find appealing?

o       Gallery Walk-Causes of the Reformation (Chapter 17-Section 3-Notes)

o       Lecture-Chapter 17-Section 3-Luther Leads the Reform (Part 1-Causes of the Reformation)

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD analysis of the social, political, economic and religious causes of the Reformation through the use of a gallery walk

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will read and record information that supports the social, political, economic and religious causes of the Reformation by completing a gallery walk

Supplemental Material: SSR Article-Pope Francis No more Business as Usual and Causes of the Reformation Gallery Walk Sheet

SSR Article-Pope Francis No more Business as Usual

Pope Francis-No More Business as Usual-SSR Article

Causes of the Reformation Gallery Walk Sheet

Causes of the Reformation-Gallery Walk

Happy Friday Everyone!! As we continue along in Chapter 17 our focus today is diving deeper into the artistic influences of the Renaissance.

Here’s what we did today:

o       Talk to the Text Activity-Michelangelo w/Reflection Questions

o       Video Clip-William Shakespeare-Mini Bio (4:44 min)    

o       Names and Terms-Chapter 17 European Renaissance and Reformation

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD evaluation of an article on Michelangelo designed to aid the students in understanding his contributions to the Renaissance by critiquing the text and completing a collaborative reading activity

§        SWD application of the important political/historical figures, events and terms located in Chapter 17 through compiling information on a names and terms worksheet

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will read and record information on Michelangelo designed to aid the students in understanding his contributions to the Renaissance by critiquing the text and completing a collaborative Talk to the Text activity

§        Students will write definitions designed to create additional supporting vocabulary resources/information through covering the important political/historical figures, events and terms located within Chapter 17 by completing a names and terms activity

Supplemental Material: Michelangelo T2T Activity and Chapter 17 Names and Terms 

Michelangelo T2T Activity

Michelangelo-T2T Handout

Chapter 17 Names and Terms

Chapter 17-Names and Terms

Video Link: William Shakespeare Mini-Bio (4:44 min) 

Today was part 2 of our video covering the Medici family. We also worked on student led notes for Chapter 17 Section 2-The Northern Renaissance. Each student was is expected to have their notes complete before class tomorrow, so mom and dad this would be a great day to check up on them.

Here’s what we did today:

o       Video-Medici-Godfathers of the Renaissance  (Last 30 minutes of 55 min)

o       w/ Guided Fill–in the Blank Video Questions

o       Vocabulary Match-up Review Activity-Chapter 17-European Renaissance and Reformation  (Sections 1-4)

o       Lecture-Chapter 17-Section 2-The Northern Renaissance

o       Student Led Guided Notes

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD analysis of the rise of the Medici family and their impact on Italy through using guided video questions and class discussions.

§        SWD analysis of key terms associated with the unit covering Chapter 17 through the manipulating of vocabulary terms in a collaborative activity

§        SWD evaluation of the effects of the Renaissance on Northern Europe that led to new developments during the Elizabethan Age and the spread of new ideas through comparison and the use of guided notes

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will listen and record the rise of the Medici family and their impact on Italy by using guided video questions and class discussions.

§        Students will read and orally match up important vocabulary terms pertaining to the unit covering Chapter 17 by using a vocabulary match-up activity

§        Students will read and record information regarding the evaluation of the effects of the Renaissance on Northern Europe that led to the new developments during the Elizabethan Age and the spread of new ideas by completing student centered guided notes

Supplemental Material: Chapter 17 Section 2-Student Led Guided Notes with Answer Key

Chapter 17-Section 2-Guided Notes

Video Link: Medici-Godfathers of the Renaissance

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FFDJK8jmms&safe=active

Good afternoon! As we continue on with our unit covering Chapter 17 we are going to dive into the Medici family in order to gain a greater understanding of their influence on Florance Italy and the Renaissance.

Here’s what we have going on today:

o       SSR-Mona Lisa: The Theft That Created a Legend by Sheena McKenzie (CNN November 19^th, 2013)

o       SSR Inquiry Questions-

o       1.) Do you feel that Vincenzo Peruggia’s decision to steal the Mona Lisa was a good thing or a bad thing based on his reasoning? Please explain why.

o       2.) If you were Peruggia how would you have handled the theft, concealment and sale of the Mona Lisa?

o       Video-Medici-Godfathers of the Renaissance (1^st 25 minutes of 55 min)

o       w/ Guided Fill–in the Blank Video Questions

o       Daily Objective-

o       Content Objective:

§        SWD evaluation of an excerpt from “The Prince” by Machiavelli to ascertain the process a leader must take to maintain and increase their power over their subjects by critiquing the text and completing a reading activity

§        SWD analysis of the rise of the Medici family and their impact on Italy through using guided video questions and class discussions.

o       Language Objective:

§        Students will read an excerpt from “The Prince” by Machiavelli to ascertain the process a leader must take to maintain and increase their power over their subjects by completing a collaborative talk to the text activity

§        Students will listen and record information on the rise of the Medici family and their impact on Italy by using guided video questions and class discussions.

Supplemental Materials: Mona Lisa SSR Article and video link for Medici-Godfathers of the Renaissance

Mona Lisa-The Theft that Created a Legend-SSR Article

Video Link: Medici-Godfathers of the Renaissance

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FFDJK8jmms&safe=active