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February 28, 2006
7th Period Homework: Create a mini-poster for Lincoln's campaign and complete Main Idea on page 188 in textbook after reading p. 184 - 188 (Ch 13).
All other classes: No new homework - ALL Antebellum Projects should have been turned in today. Students who did not finish tests in 1st and 2nd period should come in early to finish essays. 3rd PERIOD must retake this test (another form) due to widespread cheating that went on during test.
All classes will start CH 13 - THE CIVIL WAR.
Posted by Stephens at 04:40 PM
February 23, 2006
NEW HOMEWORK: ALL STUDENTS SHOULD STUDY FOR THE TEST OVER ANTEBELLUM PERIOD (Ch.11 and 12) Study notes, PowerPoint Presentations on my blog (previously posted)
The test has been moved to MONDAY (Ms. Haag, our counselor, will talk to students about high school registration on Friday during Social Studies.
Also - Periods 1 - 6 should turn in PROJECTS on Monday.
Bonus points will be given if students can give 3 facts about Thomas Cobb (info. in Ch. 12 in textbook).
NOTE: I previously tried to post 3 blogs that never posted - they are still in draft form (using the MAC)and say they are publishing, but do not appear on my blog. I am trying to find out what the problem is; in the meantime, I will try to post from my home PC computer but it may not be until later in the evening when I actually get home. I am very sorry and frustrated. I described our song assignment and posted homework assignments for the past 3 nights.
Posted by Stephens at 04:53 PM
February 16, 2006
No new written homework over the weekend!
All students (except 7th) should be working on their Slavery Mini-Projects. Tuesday, students should bring their selected song with lyrics to class to share. I extended the due date until Friday for the other part of assignment. Students can create a product such as a scrapbook, photo album, collage, PowerPoint presentation, journal/diary entries, Antebellum newsletter or other suitable published work that ties into the Antebellum Period. I am looking for QUALITY, not quantity!
Some guidelines:
PowerPoint Presentation - At least 10 - 12 slides with pictures, graphics, transitions,etc.
Scrapbook with decorative cover = 12 - 15 pages
Journal/Diary with decorative cover - Minimum of 5 entries with many facts/descriptive details (if entries are short, must contain at least 15 - 20 entries)
Cartoon strip - minimum of 12 frames
**Students may come up with their own product (these are only suggestions)
Posted by Stephens at 05:29 PM
February 15, 2006
SKILLS: To identify important people/facts on Underground Railroad.
To analyze and interpret lyrics of slave songs.
ASSESSMENT: Students complete interactive activities using internet sites.
HOMEWORK: 1st-6th periods: Students received directions today for an assignment that will be due on Tuesday, February 21: Is It a Song, a Map, or Hope? Students will use songs to express life today and will create a song, book, or PowerPoint presentation to express the meaning of slave songs. Students will be allowed to bring SCHOOL APPROPRIATE songs on iPods or CDs to share with the class. They have to explain WHY they chose this song to represent society today. A copy of lyrics must be given to me before they play their songs - absolutely NO inappropriate lyrics will be permitted!!
7th period - Students should go on my blog entry that contains the weblinks and choose Underground Railroad and Oral Histories of Slaves - both are interactive sites which will teach students important information about slavery and the Underground Railroad. Information from these sites will be included on the Antebellum Test so they should write at least 10 facts learned from sites while completing activity. Click on photos to hear oral histories by former slaves.
ALSO: 7th period students will participate in the Trial of John Brown on Thursday in class!! All attorneys and witnesses should be ready for trial.
Posted by Stephens at 05:12 PM
February 13, 2006
SKILLS: To analyze and interpret a map
ASSESSMENT: Students will complete Missouri Compromise map worksheet
HOMEWORK: Look at my blog entry from last Wednesday that has all of the website links added. Find the website that says Missouri Compromise Map (with ** by it). View the map to complete the corresponding worksheet. Students will have class time to complete the other worksheet (with laptops).
Posted by Stephens at 04:31 PM
February 10, 2006
SKILLS: To analyze the impact that John Brown's Trial had on the North and the South before the Civil War
ASSESSMENT: 1st - 6th periods (Re-enactment of Trial) Classes took part in a real courtroom trial today! Defense attorneys pleaded for John Brown's innocence while the prosecuting attorneys presented evidence to convict John Brown of murder and treason. The students did a wonderful job and were extremely well-prepared. Juries found him innocent of charges in 3 classes and guilty in 1 class.
HOMEWORK: SEE LAST ENTRY FOR WEB LINKS -Due on Tuesday (the MAP worksheet completed that goes with the Missouri Compromise website) Students may also do this Monday evening but may want to do it ahead!
GREAT JOB, ATTORNEYS!!!! You were very convincing in your arguments! Have a great weekend.
Posted by Stephens at 04:54 PM
February 07, 2006
Today, all students continued taking notes from the PowerPoint Presentation (see the last blog entry for link to Presentation notes)
No homework except for students who were given main roles for the Trial of John Brown. Those students should PREPARE & PRACTICE their opening/closing statements, review the trial notes, etc.
WEDNESDAY: Students will prepare for roles in the TRIAL OF JOHN BROWN. Students not preparing for active roles will be assigned activities that involve researching Antebellum Life and events which lead to the Civil War.
** indicates this is a mandatory site for students (some denote worksheets). The worksheets will be due on Tuesday, February 14
LINKS BELOW for information on slavery:
ROADS TO FREEDOM- Select this title (interactive site) **
Map of The Missouri Compromise, 1820 - 1821**
WORKSHEET: Map of The Missouri Compromise, 1820 - 1821**
Comparison of Rural vs. Urban Slaves **
Oral histories of slaves (audio)
Letters from/to Slaves
African American Women (Personal Histories)
Primary Documents - interactive map
Underground Railroad - YOU choose the WAY!
Slavery's Opponents and Defenders - A WORKSHEET **
A view of slavery life from A DRIVER (ASA STONE)
Posted by Stephens at 06:01 PM
February 06, 2006
SKILLS: To identify causes of Civil War
ASSESSMENT: Students discuss and take notes on PowerPoint presentation
NO HOMEWORK TONIGHT! REVIEW NOTES AND PRINT OFF POWERPOINT PRESENTATION BELOW IF YOU WERE ABSENT.
CAUSES OF CIVIL WAR POWERPOINT:
Posted by Stephens at 04:34 PM
February 02, 2006
Skills: Describe and make inferences about the daily life of slaves in Georgia
ASSESSMENT: Students view and discuss Powerpoint Presentation on Slavery and take notes.
HOMEWORK: No new homework. I will have a substitute tomorrow while I attend a training session for Student Forum.
Assignment for Friday, February 3 will be to read articles and answer questions in class (worksheet). Read pages 160 -162 in textbook and answer Main idea questions on p. 162.
Powerpoint Presentation on Slavery below:
Posted by Stephens at 04:43 PM
February 01, 2006
SKILLS: Examine and analyze political, economic, social, demographic, and cultural characteristics of antebellum GA compared to other areas of the U.S.
ASSESSMENT: Read articles on the North and South differences and identify facts/draw conclusions (Questions answered with 80% or higher accuracy).
HOMEWORK: Students should complete the North/South questions if not finished in class. Look at the attached link for more information about life on a plantation and the daily life of slaves. This is a WONDERFUL site!
Posted by Stephens at 02:02 PM
