Sociology

Today we had DEAR & binder checks for the first several minutes of class. Then we looked at 2 criminal's stories. We discussed the labels society would give them & the affect of their crimes on society.
Complete your Criminology Project & be ready to present on Tuesday!

Global 1 - B schedule

  The Hagia Sophia Research is due today!

  After bellwork, we took our map quiz over our Eurasian features.

  We took notes along with a powerpoint about the Mongol Empire. We completed a Writing History assignment and then broke into groups to read & discuss the Mongol Empire. We will continue with our groupwork for class on Thursday.

  Homework: Complete Mongol Conquest fill-in-the-blank worksheet.

Sociology

  Due to HSAP testing we have rescheduled our Criminology Project presentations for Tuesday, April 19. 

  We will be using our class time  today & Thursday to work on our projects. Friday will be a normal class for us, complete with DEAR & binder checks.

  Be prepared to turn in & present your Criminology research next Tuesday!!

Global 1 - A schedule

  Today we had a quiz over our 1st Eurasian Empire - the Byzantines.
  We discussed the Russian Empire by taking notes along with a powerpoint & completing a worksheet together in class. Then we updated our vault pocket with the 2 empires we've learned about thus far.
  We discussed the importance of geography in Russia & completed a worksheet during class. If you did not finish, this is homework.

*Remember your map quiz & Hagia Sophia research is due on Wednesday, April 13.

Freshman Seminar

In class we began to create an image essay about our research topic.  Remember, you must have a clear direction/purpose/point you want to make with your images.  You should build an argument.  

Your powerpoint/video presentation must include the following content:

• a minimum of 8 content slides + a title slide + a works cited slide documenting the sources for your images.
• 1of the 8 content slides must include an infographic linked to your research. The graphic must include a brief text explanation & may be either self-generated or from one of your sources. IT MUST FURTHER AN IDEA for you to receive credit.
• a cohesive background
• NOTES (Use the notes tool in powerpoint to type what you will say about each slide -- you will not READ the slides)
• It must be uploaded to your ePortfolio

Remember for class on Wednesday we will be in Rm #121.

* All Notes for Research need to be handed in or uploaded by the end of today.

Sociology

Today the Criminology Projects were assigned. You and your partner will work together to interpret a notorious crime. Your project instructions & assigned criminal were given in class today.

* Due to HSAP testing our new presentation date is Tuesday, April 19!!

Global 1 - A & B days

  We discussed the Byzantine Empire by taking notes along with a powerpoint. We examined the reign of Justinian & his accomplishments as the "new caesar."
  Together we examined a primary source about the building of the Hagia Sophia. You need to use the handout to conduct your own research about the famous church. This is due on Tues. April 12 (B days) or Wed. April 13 (A days).
  Then we discussed the reasons why the church split into Roman Catholicism & Eastern Orthodoxy.
  Your new mapwork was handed out as well. You were given time in class to locate & check your maps. The map quiz will be on Tues. April 12 (B days) or Wed. April 13 (A days).

Freshman Seminar

We are working on our ePortfolio Research Project. We've passed our first deadline (the Three 5's) & are working on our second deadline (research notes). If you did not finish with your research notes today in class, they must be uploaded or handed in by Monday, April 11. If you are finished with your notes, please start gathering visuals for your image essay.

Global 1 - A schedule

Why was the government under Augustus considered to be efficient?

  We began class by briefly reviewing for our test over Ancient & Classical Rome. Your skit rubric & lines should be attached to your test in place of an essay.

  After the test you were expected to read pgs. 301-306 in your textbook & then complete a worksheet on the material.

  Your new vaults were also given out. Make sure you create the required foldable by our next class.

Freshman Seminar

  Today we continued our work on our Inquiry Research Projects. We used our ePortfolios that we created last week to complete & upload The Three 5's. This should be done by the end of the day if you did not finish in class.
  Then we got started on our next section, Research Notes. Please read the directions on the site template & start researching. We will need 2 sources from DISCUS, 1 from another academic site, & 2 others of your choosing. We will complete this section & upload in class on Wednesday.

Global 1 - B schedule

  Today we had DEAR & binder checks for the first few minutes of class.
  We looked at an article about the current government in Russia & completed a handout to go along with it.
  Your Unit 6 Vault were handed out in class as well. You should create a pocket/foldable where it directs you to.

Sociology

Today we had DEAR & binder checks for the first several minutes of class. Then we briefly reviewed our notes about crime characteristics & conflict resolution. We broke into groups of 3 to analyze a scenario in which we had to resolve conflict. We shared our solutions to each group's scenario in class.

Global 1 - B schedule

Why was the government under Augustus considered to be efficient?

  We began class by briefly reviewing for our test over Ancient & Classical Rome. Your skit rubric & lines should be attached to your test in place of an essay.

  After the test you were expected to read pgs. 301-306 in your textbook & then complete a worksheet on the material.

Remember, we will have DEAR & binder checks tomorrow. Be prepared!!

Sociology

How can deviance prompt social change?

  Today we discussed the various types & consequences of crime. We began by sharing our homework assignment (1 news article highlighting deviant behavior) in class. We discussed the possible reasons & results of the explained behavior.
  Then we finished the sentence, "There ought to be a law against..." in our journals. We discussed our responses in class & acknowledged that because societies change laws/norms should change as well.
  We took notes along with a powerpoint to discuss crime. We analyzed crime statistics by comparing NYC's current crime risk with that of Clemson's, SC's, & the whole of the U.S.

Homework: Complete worksheet on material from our lesson on crime. Refer to pgs. 187-197 in your textbook.

Remember that tomorrow we will have DEAR & binder checks!

Freshman Seminar

  Today we introduced our new Inquiry Project that we will be working on for the majority of this last 9 weeks. We had three of our seniors come in to share with us about Senior Project. They decribed the challenging & fun aspects of senior project, how they came up with their ideas, how they go about research, & other aspects of the process. Then they answered some of our questions & gave advice to us for when we're doing senior projects.
  Then we got started with creating our ePortfolio. You received instructions in class & should have set up your site. We explored the site & used some magazines for topic inspiration. We will begin with the Three 5's. You need to come up with 5 researchable questions. These need to be level 2/3 questions & should be in word format by next Monday's class.
  If you wish to go ahead & attach to your portfolio you may, otherwise, you need to have this document with your 5 questions on flashdrive or student drive.

Global I - A schedule

Today we performed our Roman skits in class! After all of the presentations we briefly reviewed our unit on Rome. A study guide & worksheet was handed out in class. This will aid you in studying for the test on Monday, April 4. We will also have a binder check on Monday after the test.

Global I - B schedule

Today we performed our Roman skits in class! After all of the presentations we briefly reviewed our unit on Rome. A study guide & worksheet was handed out in class. This will aid you in studying for the test on Thursday, March 31.

Sociology

  Today we took notes along with a powerpoint about the nature & social implications of 'deviant behavior.' We added to our vocabulary with Set 5 which needs to be in your binder for Friday's binder check.
  We created a chart illustrating the Merton's Strain Theory & discussed the hikikomori of Japan.
  Homework: Collect at least 1 news article that mentions a deviant behavior of some sort. Highlight the behavior & briefly explain why you believe the act was commited.

Global I - A schedule

What attracted people of the Roman Empire to Christianity?

  To begin class we took notes along with a powerpoint to discover how the Roman Empire collapsed. We looked at a primary source about Attila the Hun and discussed his character in class. Then we completed a worksheet in class to reiterate the causes of Rome's collapse.
  For the remainder of class, we worked on our Roman skits & planned our Toga party for Wednesday, March 30. Remember, we will present our skits & review for our upcoming test. You may wear a "toga" over your usual uniform & bring something to eat to share with the class. Keep in mind, these skits replace an essay & make up 30% of your grade on the test!
  Feel free to email me if you have any questions about the project & upcoming test.

*If you were out of class due to the Freshman trip please come by & get the material you missed ASAP!

Freshman Seminar

  Today we reviewed & completed our research packet for the Notable Individual Research. In class, time was allowed to create & type up an annotated bibliography for one source used in your research.
  You also had time to complete your college chart & CSE.
  If these were not turned in at the end of class, they will be due on Wednesday, March 30 at the beginning of class.