Top scorers: McKenzie, Matt, Sydney
Great work! Next up: Europe, next Friday. 38 countries, 30 landforms, 30 cities, and basic geographical features.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
APGEO: South America Map Quiz Results
Top scorers: McKenzie, Matt, Sydney
Great work! Next up: Europe, next Friday. 38 countries, 30 landforms, 30 cities, and basic geographical features.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
ENRICHED + HONORS: Homework and reminders, 9-27/9-28 and 9-29
-The midterm test for the first nine weeks is tomorrow. Please study hard and be prepared - the test could have a significant impact on your grade, for better or worse. Tests and quizzes are worth 50% of the grade in the Honors classes and 40% of the grade in the Enriched classes. If you make flash cards covering the majority of the terms on the study guide, I will give you one raw point (several percentage points) of extra credit on the test.
-Signed progress reports were due on Monday or Tuesday. Please turn it in to the tray if you did not have it when I came around to check. If I have not seen your signed progress report by tomorrow, I will contact your parents to ensure that they have seen the report.
-Enriched: On Monday and Tuesday, I checked the "reading maps" and "latitude and longitude" worksheet that we worked on in class on Friday. On Wednesday (today), I checked reading notes on the "Roots of Judaism" packet. If you did not have either of these when I came around to check, make sure you turn it into the tray.
-Honors: On Wednesday (today), I checked reading notes on the packet about Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. If you did not have this when I came around to check, make sure you turn it into the tray.
STUDY FOR YOUR MIDTERM TEST!!!
Have a great day,
--Mr. McCarl
-Signed progress reports were due on Monday or Tuesday. Please turn it in to the tray if you did not have it when I came around to check. If I have not seen your signed progress report by tomorrow, I will contact your parents to ensure that they have seen the report.
-Enriched: On Monday and Tuesday, I checked the "reading maps" and "latitude and longitude" worksheet that we worked on in class on Friday. On Wednesday (today), I checked reading notes on the "Roots of Judaism" packet. If you did not have either of these when I came around to check, make sure you turn it into the tray.
-Honors: On Wednesday (today), I checked reading notes on the packet about Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. If you did not have this when I came around to check, make sure you turn it into the tray.
STUDY FOR YOUR MIDTERM TEST!!!
Have a great day,
--Mr. McCarl
HONORS: Do Nows: 9-23, 9-24, 9-27/9-28, 9-29
I will be collecting Do Nows in class tomorrow, before the midterm test. Please remember that you are responsible for making up any Do Nows that you miss due to absence, tardiness, or any other reason.
Do Now, Thursday 9-23:
The term cultural diffusion refers to the spread of ideas, trends, styles, and practices across different groups of people.
Please answer BOTH of the following questions:
-What are some of the ways you think that different beliefs might have spread in the ancient world?
-What are some of the ways that cultural ideas (fashions, styles, fads, ideas, etc.) spread in the modern world?
Do Now, Friday 9-24:
Next week, we have a midterm test that will cover material on:
1. Prehistory and the Neolithic Revolution,
2. Different aspects of civilization (job specialization, writing, organized government and religion, etc.)
3. Religion: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism
Please answer two or more of the following questions: How do you usually study for tests and quizzes? How successful have these strategies been in the past? What study strategies do you recommend (or want to try) to prepare for tests and quizzes?
Do Now, Monday 9-27 (1st hour) and Tuesday 9-28 (2nd and 7th hours):
Ethnic religions are based on place, ethnic group, or nationality. People are born into these religious groups, and they do not usually seek to convert outsiders. Examples: Hinduism and Judaism.
Universalizing religions claim that their message is valid for all humanity. They are open to accepting outsiders and seek to convert others. Examples: Christianity and Islam.
Please answer one or both of the following questions:
-What do you think some of the differences in beliefs might be between ethnic and universalizing religions?
-What social and political advantages or challenges do you think universalizing religions might pose as opposed to ethnic religions, and vice versa?
Do Now, Wednesday 9-29:
Look at the study guide for the midterm test. List a minimum of 2-3 of the vocabulary words or concepts that you don’t understand or want to go over in review today.
Do Now, Thursday 9-23:
The term cultural diffusion refers to the spread of ideas, trends, styles, and practices across different groups of people.
Please answer BOTH of the following questions:
-What are some of the ways you think that different beliefs might have spread in the ancient world?
-What are some of the ways that cultural ideas (fashions, styles, fads, ideas, etc.) spread in the modern world?
Do Now, Friday 9-24:
Next week, we have a midterm test that will cover material on:
1. Prehistory and the Neolithic Revolution,
2. Different aspects of civilization (job specialization, writing, organized government and religion, etc.)
3. Religion: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism
Please answer two or more of the following questions: How do you usually study for tests and quizzes? How successful have these strategies been in the past? What study strategies do you recommend (or want to try) to prepare for tests and quizzes?
Do Now, Monday 9-27 (1st hour) and Tuesday 9-28 (2nd and 7th hours):
Ethnic religions are based on place, ethnic group, or nationality. People are born into these religious groups, and they do not usually seek to convert outsiders. Examples: Hinduism and Judaism.
Universalizing religions claim that their message is valid for all humanity. They are open to accepting outsiders and seek to convert others. Examples: Christianity and Islam.
Please answer one or both of the following questions:
-What do you think some of the differences in beliefs might be between ethnic and universalizing religions?
-What social and political advantages or challenges do you think universalizing religions might pose as opposed to ethnic religions, and vice versa?
Do Now, Wednesday 9-29:
Look at the study guide for the midterm test. List a minimum of 2-3 of the vocabulary words or concepts that you don’t understand or want to go over in review today.
ENRICHED: Do Nows: 9-23, 9-24, 9-27/9-28, 9-29
I will be collecting Do Nows in class tomorrow, before the midterm test. Please remember that you are responsible for making up any Do Nows that you miss due to absence, tardiness, or any other reason.
Do Now, Thursday 9-23:
The term cultural diffusion refers to the spread of ideas, trends, styles, and practices across different groups of people.
Please answer BOTH of the following questions:
-What are some of the ways you think that different beliefs might have spread in the ancient world?
-What are some of the ways that cultural ideas (fashions, styles, fads, ideas, etc.) spread in the modern world?
Do Now, Friday 9-24:
Next week, we have a midterm test that will cover material on:
1. Prehistory and the Neolithic Revolution,
2. Different aspects of civilization (job specialization, writing, organized government and religion, etc.)
3. Religion: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism
Please answer two or more of the following questions: How do you usually study for tests and quizzes? How successful have these strategies been in the past? What study strategies do you recommend (or want to try) to prepare for tests and quizzes?
Do Now, Monday 9-27 (5th hour) and Tuesday 9-28 (6th hour):
Make a list of 7-10 important events of your life as well as the year in which each of these events occurred. You will be using these events to create a timeline of your life, so make sure you feel comfortable sharing them.
Do Now, Wednesday 9-29:
Look at the study guide for the midterm test. List a minimum of 2-3 of the vocabulary words or concepts that you don’t understand or want to go over in review today.
Do Now, Thursday 9-23:
The term cultural diffusion refers to the spread of ideas, trends, styles, and practices across different groups of people.
Please answer BOTH of the following questions:
-What are some of the ways you think that different beliefs might have spread in the ancient world?
-What are some of the ways that cultural ideas (fashions, styles, fads, ideas, etc.) spread in the modern world?
Do Now, Friday 9-24:
Next week, we have a midterm test that will cover material on:
1. Prehistory and the Neolithic Revolution,
2. Different aspects of civilization (job specialization, writing, organized government and religion, etc.)
3. Religion: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism
Please answer two or more of the following questions: How do you usually study for tests and quizzes? How successful have these strategies been in the past? What study strategies do you recommend (or want to try) to prepare for tests and quizzes?
Do Now, Monday 9-27 (5th hour) and Tuesday 9-28 (6th hour):
Make a list of 7-10 important events of your life as well as the year in which each of these events occurred. You will be using these events to create a timeline of your life, so make sure you feel comfortable sharing them.
Do Now, Wednesday 9-29:
Look at the study guide for the midterm test. List a minimum of 2-3 of the vocabulary words or concepts that you don’t understand or want to go over in review today.
Friday, September 24, 2010
HONORS: Homework and progress report information, 9/24
Dear Honors World History students,
-Our midterm test will take place next Thursday. Please STUDY HARD for the test, as it could have a significant impact on your grade. Consider making flash cards to help you study and to earn a small amount (one raw point, several percentage points) of extra credit on the test. ***Click here to download the study guide for the test.***
-Reading notes on the packet on the Roman Empire and Ancient Greece are due Wednesday, 9/29. This is a somewhat long reading, so don't wait until the last minute!
-Progress reports were handed out today. Parent signatures on progress reports are due the day you return to class next week. If parents have questions about the grades their students have earned so far, please feel free to email me.
It has come to my attention that the grading scale I set up on NCWise is a bit different from that of the other teachers. At present, the scale is set up as follows:
99-100% and up = A+; 93-98 = A; 90-92 = A-
88-89 = B+; 83-87 = B; 80-82 = B-
78-79 = C+; 73-77 = C; 70-72 = C-
68-69 = D+; 63-67 = D; 60-62 = D-; below 60 = F.
In the Honors World History course, tests and quizzes account for 50% of the grade, assignments and projects account for 40%, and participation grades account for 10%. If you have a low grade, one reason may be that we have only taken one quiz so far.
Have a great weekend!
--Mr. McCarl
-Our midterm test will take place next Thursday. Please STUDY HARD for the test, as it could have a significant impact on your grade. Consider making flash cards to help you study and to earn a small amount (one raw point, several percentage points) of extra credit on the test. ***Click here to download the study guide for the test.***
-Reading notes on the packet on the Roman Empire and Ancient Greece are due Wednesday, 9/29. This is a somewhat long reading, so don't wait until the last minute!
-Progress reports were handed out today. Parent signatures on progress reports are due the day you return to class next week. If parents have questions about the grades their students have earned so far, please feel free to email me.
It has come to my attention that the grading scale I set up on NCWise is a bit different from that of the other teachers. At present, the scale is set up as follows:
99-100% and up = A+; 93-98 = A; 90-92 = A-
88-89 = B+; 83-87 = B; 80-82 = B-
78-79 = C+; 73-77 = C; 70-72 = C-
68-69 = D+; 63-67 = D; 60-62 = D-; below 60 = F.
In the Honors World History course, tests and quizzes account for 50% of the grade, assignments and projects account for 40%, and participation grades account for 10%. If you have a low grade, one reason may be that we have only taken one quiz so far.
Have a great weekend!
--Mr. McCarl
APGEO: Homework and reminders, Friday 9/24
I handed out a De Blij reading on population in class today. Upcoming due dates:
Tuesday: South America map quiz; Population Research Bureau "World Population Trends 2010" reading notes checked; corrections from Unit I test due
Wednesday: De Blij population reading notes checked
Have a great weekend!
--Mr. McCarl
Tuesday: South America map quiz; Population Research Bureau "World Population Trends 2010" reading notes checked; corrections from Unit I test due
Wednesday: De Blij population reading notes checked
Have a great weekend!
--Mr. McCarl
ENRICHED: Homework and progress report information, Friday 9-24
-Our midterm test will take place next Thursday. Please STUDY HARD for the test, as it could have a significant impact on your grade. Consider making flash cards to help you study and to earn a small amount (one raw point, several percentage points) of extra credit on the test. ***Click here to download the study guide for the test.***
-The map skills and latitude/longitude worksheet we worked on in class today is due Monday (5th hour) or Tuesday (6th hour) if you have not turned it in.
-Reading notes on the packet "Roots of Judaism" (handed out today) are due Wednesday, 9/29.
-Progress reports were handed out today. Parent signatures on progress reports are due the day you return to class next week. If parents have questions about the grades their students have earned so far, please feel free to email me.
It has come to my attention that the grading scale I set up on NCWise is a bit different from that of the other teachers. At present, the scale is set up as follows:
99-100% and up = A+; 93-98 = A; 90-92 = A-
88-89 = B+; 83-87 = B; 80-82 = B-
78-79 = C+; 73-77 = C; 70-72 = C-
68-69 = D+; 63-67 = D; 60-62 = D-; below 60 = F.
In the Enriched World History course, tests and quizzes account for 40% of the grade, assignments and projects account for 40%, and participation grades account for 20%. If you have a low grade, one reason may be that we have only taken one quiz so far.
Have a great weekend!
--Mr. McCarl
-The map skills and latitude/longitude worksheet we worked on in class today is due Monday (5th hour) or Tuesday (6th hour) if you have not turned it in.
-Reading notes on the packet "Roots of Judaism" (handed out today) are due Wednesday, 9/29.
-Progress reports were handed out today. Parent signatures on progress reports are due the day you return to class next week. If parents have questions about the grades their students have earned so far, please feel free to email me.
It has come to my attention that the grading scale I set up on NCWise is a bit different from that of the other teachers. At present, the scale is set up as follows:
99-100% and up = A+; 93-98 = A; 90-92 = A-
88-89 = B+; 83-87 = B; 80-82 = B-
78-79 = C+; 73-77 = C; 70-72 = C-
68-69 = D+; 63-67 = D; 60-62 = D-; below 60 = F.
In the Enriched World History course, tests and quizzes account for 40% of the grade, assignments and projects account for 40%, and participation grades account for 20%. If you have a low grade, one reason may be that we have only taken one quiz so far.
Have a great weekend!
--Mr. McCarl
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