MODERN WORLD HISTORY MR TRACY MRS LAVERGHETTA Fall

MODERN WORLD HISTORY MR. TRACY & MRS. LAVERGHETTA Fall 2014 Class Website: http: //cbsd. org/Page/7206

Tuesday, September 2 nd, 2014 • Brief Introduction • Getting to Know You

Wednesday, September 3 rd, 2014 • Course Syllabus/Overview ØCourse Website: http: //cbsd. org/Page/7206 • Textbooks • Map Packet - Countries, Cities, 1 Physical Feature (Suez Canal), Events *** Map Quiz Tomorrow (Thursday 9/4)

Thursday, September 4 th, 2014 • Map Quiz • Chapter 6 Section 1 ØGuided Reading Ø 3 Theories of Solar System and Question HOMEWORK: Finish Chapter 6 Section 1 Assignments

Friday, September 5 th, 2014 • Purpose of Government and Scientific Revolution Overview/Notes v. Unit 1 Power. Point Slides 1 -8 • CNN Inventions v. Select 1 to share with class – think about change HOMEWORK: Chapter 6 Section 2 Assignments - Guided Reading - Baron de Montesquieu Reading and 3 Questions

Monday, September 8 th, 2014 • Enlightenment & Philosophes Overview/Notes v. Unit 1 Power. Point Slides 10 -14 v. Visual Representation of 2 Enlightenment Ideas (Page 172 textbook) • Philosophes Research Project v. Overview/Examples v. Research- Main Points v. Start Constructing Power. Point v. Search for Video of an Example HOMEWORK Start Philosophe Research

Tuesday, September 9 th, 2014 • Philosophes Research Project v. Continue Research- Main Points v. Start Constructing Power. Point v. Search for Video of an Example Requirements posted on class website – Unit 1

Wednesday, September 10 th, 2014 • Philosophes Research Project- library work v. Continue Research- Main Points v. Continue Constructing Power. Point v. Search for Video of an Example Requirements posted on class website – Unit 1

Thursday, September 11 th, 2014 • Philosophes Research Project- library work v. Continue Research- Main Points v. Continue Constructing Power. Point v. Search for Video of an Example Requirements posted on class website – Unit 1 DUE MONDAY SEPTEMBER 15 th

Friday, September 12 th, 2014 • Philosophes Research Project Rubric Review • Complete over the weekend and prepare for presentation! • Machiavelli Prince Reading Analysis • Level of Comprehension/Reflection • Create your own Quote • Channel your inner philosophe! HOMEWORK: • Philosophes Research Project DUE on MONDAY 9/15

Monday, September 15 th, 2014 • Philosophes Research Project Presentations Day 1 § From each presentation, copy into notes: ØBook ØIdeas about Government ØQuote HOMEWORK: Philosophes Research Project Presentations Day 2 Tomorrow UNIT 1 Test Friday September 19 th

Tuesday, September 16 th, 2014 • Philosophes Research Project Presentations Day 2 § From each presentation, copy into notes: ØBook ØIdeas about Government ØQuote UNIT 1 Test Friday September 19 th

Wednesday, September 17 th, 2014 • Philosophes Research Project Presentations Day 3 § From each presentation, copy into notes: ØBook ØIdeas about Government ØQuote • Create your own philosophy • 10 Quotes related to certain subjects UNIT 1 Test Friday September 19 th

Thursday, September 18 th, 2014 • Unit 1 Review/Wrap Up • Break out study sessions • Who’s That Philosophe Review Game • Q & A Review UNIT 1 Test TOMORROW Friday September 19 th

Friday, September 19 th, 2014 • Unit 1 Test • Chapter 7 Section 1 & 2 Guided Readings HOMEWORK: Finish Guided Readings

Monday, September 22 nd, 2014 • Unit 2 Introduction – The French Revolution • Unit 2 Power. Point Slides (1 -11) • Notes • French Revolution Video Part I – Video Questions HOMEWORK: CB South Cahier Activity

Tuesday, September 23 rd, 2014 • Unit 2 – The French Revolution • Unit 2 Power. Point Slides (12 -13) • Notes • French Revolution Video Part II – Video Questions HOMEWORK: Formulate 5 grievances about CB South High School • What school related issues do you wish to change? In addition to your 5 grievances, write possible solutions for each one

Wednesday, September 24 th, 2014 • Washington DC Veteran’s Day Trip Overview • CB South Cahier Activity • Share grievances with group members • Decide on top 3 & solutions (create poster) • Present to class

Friday, September 26 th, 2014 • Finish French Revolution Documentary • Review Q & A • Chapter 7 Section 3 & 4 Textbook Guided Reading HOMEWORK: Finish Guided Readings

Monday, September 29 th, 2014 • French Revolution Quiz • Napoleon Information • French Revolution Power. Point (Slides 2 -3 & 21 -24 )

Tuesday, September 30 th, 2014 • Napoleon Information • French Revolution Power. Point (Slides 25 -26) • Napoleon Biography/Questions HOMEWORK: Napoleon writing assignment (question #23 on A & E Biography- Napoleon worksheet)

Wednesday, October 1 st, 2014 • Napoleon Review • Turn in Napoleon Documentary & HW Questions • Introduce French Revolution Menu Assignment • Begin French Revolution Menu Assignment HOMEWORK: • Complete French Revolution GRADE SHEET with assignments that you will be completing • Binder for French Revolution DUE Monday 10/6 French Revolution Menu DUE Monday 10/13

Thursday, October 2 nd, 2014 • Work on French Revolution Menu Assignment • Library HOMEWORK: • Binder for French Revolution DUE Monday 10/6 French Revolution Menu DUE Monday 10/13

Friday, October 3 rd, 2014 • Work on French Revolution Menu Assignment • Library HOMEWORK: • Binder for French Revolution DUE Monday 10/6 French Revolution Menu DUE Monday 10/13

Monday, October 6 th, 2014 • Work on French Revolution Menu Assignment • Library HOMEWORK: • Work on Menu as needed French Revolution Menu DUE Monday 10/13

Tuesday, October 7 th, 2014 • Question of the day: When is revolution justified? • Chapter 7 Section 5 Guided Reading • The Man Who Would Be King Reading & Questions • Turn in classwork assignments • Work on French Revolution Menu Assignment • Discuss HOMEWORK: • Work on Menu as needed French Revolution Menu DUE Monday 10/13

Wednesday, October 8 th, 2014 • Work on French Revolution Menu Assignment • Library HOMEWORK: • Work on Menu as needed French Revolution Menu DUE Monday 10/13

Thursday, October 9 th, 2014 • Capital Punishment Discussion • Finish French Revolution/Napoleon Notes • Power. Point Slides (35 -40) • Dr. Guillotine Video HOMEWORK: • Work on Menu as needed French Revolution Menu DUE Monday 10/13

Friday, October 10 th, 2014 • Work on French Revolution Menu Assignment • In-class: laptops HOMEWORK: • FINISH Menu French Revolution Menu DUE Monday 10/13

Monday, October 13 th, 2014 • French Revolution Menu Assessment Collection ØTurn in with grade sheet and 2 rubrics • Nationalism: Creating Your Own New Country • Part I – graph your views on values, create symbols, name, flags/banners

Tuesday, October 14 th, 2014 • Nationalism: Creating Your Own New Country • Part II – work with a group to create country • 2 paragraphs • Flag • National Anthem or Song

Wednesday, October 15 th, 2014 • Nationalism: Creating Your Own New Country • Presentations • Introduction to Unit 3 – Imperialism • Chapter 11 Section 1 & 2 Guided Readings HOMEWORK: • FINISH Guided Readings

Thursday, October 16 th, 2014 • Imperialism Introduction Activity • Unit 3 Power. Point Slides 1 -8 • Notes • White Man’s Burden Reading & Questions

Friday, October 17 th, 2014 • Question of the Day – Does a stronger country have the right to take over a weaker nation? • Unit 3 Power. Point Slides 9 -12 • Notes • Ndebele Reading & Questions • Ndebele Political Cartoon • • Draw a political cartoon that shows the message of what happened to the Ndebele tribe Use symbolism – be neat, colorful, and creative! HOMEWORK: • FINISH Ndebele Reading & Political Cartoon

Monday, October 20 th, 2014 • Ndebele Collection • African Conflicts Current Event ØTitle/Headline, Date, Source, Author ØSummary Paragraph ØOpinion/Reaction Paragraph ØVideo- Extra Credit • Share Current Events / Discuss

Tuesday, October 21 st, 2014 • Guns, Germs, and Steel ØDocumentary ØQuestions ØWriting Prompt – Explain Diamond’s Theory of Guns, Germs, & Steel and how it can be seen as a tool of European Imperialism. How is his theory a reason for many issues evident in modern day Africa? 1 -2 Paragraphs HOMEWORK: • King Leopold’s Ghost Primary Reading

Wednesday, October 22 nd, 2014 • King Leopold’s Ghost Overview/Introduction • King Leopold’s Ghost Primary Source Reading • Class Discussion • King Leopold’s Ghost Documentary • Questions HOMEWORK: • Chapter 11 Section 4 Guided Reading

Thursday, October 23 rd, 2014 • India – Imperialism Overview and Notes • • Power. Point Slides 15 -17 British in Colour Brief Documentary • Jungle Book Introduction • Watch 1 st part of Jungle Book • Analyze characters for connection/representation= imperialism • Jungle Book Essay – 5 paragraphs connecting 3 characters to imperialism HOMEWORK: • Start gathering ideas for Jungle Book Essay

Friday, October 24 th, 2014 • Jungle Book Part II • Jungle Book Essay – 5 paragraphs connecting 3 characters to British imperialism in India • • Watch last part of Jungle Book Analyze characters for connection/representation= imperialism • • • What does each action represent? Use specific scenes/quotes/songs/etc. to support your ideas Work on graphic organizer HOMEWORK: • Continue gathering ideas for Jungle Book Essay – • *** Complete graphic organizer due Monday 10/27

Monday, October 27 th, 2014 • Jungle Book Essay • 5 paragraphs connecting 3 characters to British imperialism in India • • What does each action represent? Use specific scenes/quotes/songs/etc. to support your ideas • Use graphic organizer to complete essay * PRINT AND SUBMIT WITH RUBRIC HOMEWORK: • Gandhi Search

Tuesday, October 28 th, 2014 • Question of the Day: What makes an effective leader? • Introduction to Mao/Gandhi Political Cartoon • Gandhi Time Magazine Reading • • • Discussion Keep track of their leadership over the next couple of class periods Political Cartoon Drawings: next week Identify characteristics, qualities, traits about Gandhi’s leadership Review HOMEWORK: • IF YOU DIDN’T FINISH - Gandhi Search

Wednesday, October 29 th, 2014 • Gandhi Review – Group Discussion Activity • Pilgrim of Peace Documentary: Gandhi • Add to list of Gandhi’s leadership HOMEWORK: • Chapter 12 Section 1 Guided Reading

Thursday, October 30 th, 2014 • China – Imperialism • Power. Point Slides 21 -26 and Notes • Mao Search • What events was Mao involved in? • How did he lead? HOMEWORK: • Finish Mao Research

Friday, October 31 st, 2014 • Mao Discussion • Based on Mao Search from yesterday • Mao Documentary • Add to list of Mao’s leadership • Mao Review • Group list of Mao’s leadership HOMEWORK: • Time Magazine Mao Article

Monday, November 3 rd, 2014 • Mao/Gandhi Quiz • Review • Gandhi – Nonviolence Reading & Questions • Mao – Becoming Communist Reading & Questions PRIMARY SOURCE DOCUMENTS