Thursday, September 27, 2012

HW 9/27 Takaki Chapter 3


*Create Study Guide for Foner Chapter 3 Exam on Tuesday, October 2, 2012*

Read: Takaki, All of Chapter 3 p. 49-71
Task: Annotate the reading IN THE BOOK. Guidelines provided below
Due: Monday, October 1, 2012 

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. Write one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. Your underlining/highlighting should be the line, sentence or quote that SUPPORTS your annotation summary.
4. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
5. Identify any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
6. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Candidate Profile/ Election Portfolio Announcement

Please scroll down to the next post to see the homework that is due on Thursday, 9/27.

This is a formal reminder that the only piece of the election portfolio that is due in class on Friday is the Candidate Profile. The due dates for each item of the Election Portfolio are identified on the cover page of the Election Portfolio packet.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

HW 9/25 Foner Ch. 3 p. 110-127

Read: Eric Foner, Chapter 3, Growth of Colonial America” p. 110-117 AND "Social Classes in the Colonies" p. 122-127; packet distributed in class. You do not need to read the section labeled "Voices of Freedom"
Task: Annotate as you read; complete Cornell Notes for both sections. Guidelines provided below
Due: Thursday, September 27, 2012 

***ELECTION PORTFOLIO- Candidate Profiles due Friday 9/28***

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. Write one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. Your underlining/highlighting should be the line, sentence or quote that SUPPORTS your annotation summary.
4. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
5. Identify any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
6. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)


Cornell Notes Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then decide which ideas to record in your Cornell Notes
2. The size of the space that I have provided for you should indicate to you how many or how few notes you should include.
3. This is where you should record details that support the heading. Your readings will be collected in class, so these notes will your primary reference for class discussions. 
4. As we progress through the year, you should get better and better at identifying which details are worth recording for later reference.
5. Generate your own Cornell Notes pages using the link on the side bar -->

Monday, September 24, 2012

HW 9/24 Foner Ch. 3 p. 105-110


Read: Eric Foner, Chapter 3, Colonies in Crisis” p. 105-110; packet distributed in class.
Task: Annotate as you read; complete Cornell Notes for both sections. Guidelines provided below
Due: Tuesday, September 25, 2012 

***ELECTION PORTFOLIO- Candidate Profiles due Friday 9/28***

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. Write one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. Your underlining/highlighting should be the line, sentence or quote that SUPPORTS your annotation summary.
4. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
5. Identify any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
6. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)

Cornell Notes Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then decide which ideas to record in your Cornell Notes
2. The size of the space that I have provided for you should indicate to you how many or how few notes you should include.
3. This is where you should record details that support the heading. Your readings will be collected in class, so these notes will your primary reference for class discussions. 
4. As we progress through the year, you should get better and better at identifying which details are worth recording for later reference.
5. Generate your own Cornell Notes pages using the link on the side bar -->

Friday, September 21, 2012

HW 9/21 Foner Ch. 3, p. 88-105

Read: Eric Foner, Chapter 3, Global Competition and the Expansion of the England's Empire” p. 88-97 AND "Origins of American Slavery" p. 97-105; packet distributed in class.
Task: Annotate as you read; complete Cornell Notes for both sections. Guidelines provided below
Due: Monday, September 24, 2012 

***ELECTION PORTFOLIO- Candidate Profiles due Friday 9/28***

Annotation Guidelines:


1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. Write one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. Your underlining/highlighting should be the line, sentence or quote that SUPPORTS your annotation summary.
4. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
5. Identify any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
6. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)


Cornell Notes Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then decide which ideas to record in your Cornell Notes
2. The size of the space that I have provided for you should indicate to you how many or how few notes you should include.
3. This is where you should record details that support the heading. Your readings will be collected in class, so these notes will your primary reference for class discussions. 
4. As we progress through the year, you should get better and better at identifying which details are worth recording for later reference.
5. Generate your own Cornell Notes pages using the link on the side bar -->

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

HW 9/19 Study Guide Creation for Foner Ch. 2

Task: Create a study guide for your exam on Friday
Due: Thursday, 9/20
Guidelines:
  • 1 page, front and back
  • Include major themes identified in Foner Ch. 2 based on classwork
  • Include vocabulary words that you are challenged by
  • Include answers to class Aims (on LGT and graphic organizer packet)

Friday, September 14, 2012

9/14 Exam Announcement: Foner Chapter 2

Exam Content: Foner Chapter 2: The Beginnings of English America

Exam Format: 20-30 multiple choice questions
Exam Date: Friday, September 21, 2012

Study Guide Suggestions:
  • Review Study Space Questions on Foner's website, which is linked in the side bar -->
  • Review Vocabulary on LGT and as flashcards on Foner's website
  • Review Graphic Organizers from classwork
  • Practice answering Aims (listed in graphic organizer packets and on LGT)
    • Students should be able to answer the aims using your graphic organizer packet

Thursday, September 13, 2012

HW 9/13 Takaki Chapter 2


Read: Takaki, All of Chapter 2 p. 26-48
Task: Annotate the reading IN THE BOOK. Guidelines provided below
Due: Wednesday, September 19, 2012 

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. Write one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. Your underlining/highlighting should be the line, sentence or quote that SUPPORTS your annotation summary.
4. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
5. Identify any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
6. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

HW 9/12 "Religion, Politics and Freedom"


Read: Eric Foner, Chapter 2, Religion, Politics and Freedom” p. 82-86; packet distributed in class.
Task: Annotate as you read; complete Cornell Notes for both sections. Guidelines provided below
Due: Thursday, September 13, 2012 

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. You must make at least one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
4. Underline any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
5. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)

Cornell Notes Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then decide which ideas to record in your Cornell Notes
2. The size of the space that I have provided for you should indicate to you how many or how few notes you should include.
3. This is where you should record details that support the heading. Your readings will be collected in class, so these notes will your primary reference for class discussions. 
4. As we progress through the year, you should get better and better at identifying which details are worth recording for later reference.
5. Generate your own Cornell Notes pages using the link on the side bar -->

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

HW 9/11 "New Englanders Divided


Read: Eric Foner, Chapter 2, New Englanders Divided” p. 72-82; packet distributed in class.
Task: Annotate as you read; complete Cornell Notes for both sections. Guidelines provided below
Due: Wednesday, September 12, 2012 

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. You must make at least one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
4. Underline any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
5. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)

Cornell Notes Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then decide which ideas to record in your Cornell Notes
2. The size of the space that I have provided for you should indicate to you how many or how few notes you should include.
3. This is where you should record details that support the heading. Your readings will be collected in class, so these notes will your primary reference for class discussions. 
4. As we progress through the year, you should get better and better at identifying which details are worth recording for later reference.
5. Generate your own Cornell Notes pages using the link on the side bar -->

Monday, September 10, 2012

HW 9/10 "The New England Way"


Read: Eric Foner, Chapter 2, The New England Way” p. 65-72; packet distributed in class.
Task: Annotate as you read; complete Cornell Notes for both sections. Guidelines provided below
Due: Tuesday, September 11, 2012 

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. You must make at least one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
4. Underline any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
5. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)

Cornell Notes Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then decide which ideas to record in your Cornell Notes
2. The size of the space that I have provided for you should indicate to you how many or how few notes you should include.
3. This is where you should record details that support the heading. Your readings will be collected in class, so these notes will your primary reference for class discussions. 
4. As we progress through the year, you should get better and better at identifying which details are worth recording for later reference.
5. Generate your own Cornell Notes pages using the link on the side bar -->

Friday, September 7, 2012

HW 9/7 "The Coming of the English" and "Settling the Chesapeake"


***Classroom Agreement page signed by student and parent/guardian. Due Monday, 9/10***

Read: Eric Foner, Chapter 2, “The Coming of the English” p. 53-57 AND “Settling the Chesapeake” p. 57-65; packet distributed in class.
Task: Annotate as you read; complete Cornell Notes for both sections. Guidelines provided below
Due: Monday, September 10, 2012 

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. You must make at least one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
4. Underline any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
5. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)

Cornell Notes Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then decide which ideas to record in your Cornell Notes
2. The size of the space that I have provided for you should indicate to you how many or how few notes you should include.
3. This is where you should record details that support the heading. Your readings will be collected in class, so these notes will your primary reference for class discussions. 
4. As we progress through the year, you should get better and better at identifying which details are worth recording for later reference.
5. Generate your own Cornell Notes pages using the link on the side bar -->

Thursday, September 6, 2012

HW 9/6 "England and the New World"


Read: Eric Foner, Chapter 2, p. 45-53 "England and the New World;" packet distributed in class
Task: Annotate as you read- read the guidelines below before you start
Due: Friday, September 7, 2012 (tomorrow)

Annotation Guidelines:

1. Read FIRST, then annotate
2. You must make at least one annotation note per paragraph. I recommend annotations that summarize each paragraph.
3. DO NOT highlight until you have read the entire paragraph. Once you have read the paragraph, then you can go back and select the items that are worthy of being highlighted for later reference.
4. Underline any words that may be key vocabulary terms or words that you need to look up
5. Developing your own annotation system is acceptable and encouraged (ex: green highlight = vocabulary; blue highlight= important people; [brackets around a sentence]= thesis or big idea; *star= this was discussed in class)