Civics and Economics:
We will go over Powerpoint #2 and take notes. We did not finish this on friday.
We are also going to go over "Crucial Vocab"(previous blog post) We are going to define each of the concepts.
Then we are going to complete Guided Reading #1 Individually.
Link for Guided Reading 1
This file will correlate to Chapter 1 in Civics Today.
This is a .PDF file and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open.
US History.
We are going to go over Page #4 in our US History Binder.
Then we are going to complete:
Guided Reading 1
This file will correlate to Chapter 1 in American Visions.
This is a .PDF file and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Crucial Vocab Goal 1 US and Civics
For each class define the vocabulary:
This should take about the first 10 days of class.
Civics
Vocab:
Magna Carta
Mayflower Compact
English Bill of Rights
Jamestown
Middle Colonies
Mercantilism
French and Indian War
Stamp Act
First and Second Continental Congress
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
Constitutional Convention
Federalist Papers
US Constitution
Bill of Rights
People:
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Concepts:
Roots of Self-Government
Types of Governments: democracy, dictatorship, totalitarian, monarchy, oligarchy
US History:
Washington's Administration:
- Hamilton's Economic Plan
- Washington's Cabinet
Bill of Rights
Whiskey Rebellion
Laissez- Faire
Electoral College
Bank of the United States
Treaty of Greenville
Jay's Treaty
Pickney's Treaty
Washington's Farewell Address
People:
Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
This should take about the first 10 days of class.
Civics
Vocab:
Magna Carta
Mayflower Compact
English Bill of Rights
Jamestown
Middle Colonies
Mercantilism
French and Indian War
Stamp Act
First and Second Continental Congress
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
Constitutional Convention
Federalist Papers
US Constitution
Bill of Rights
People:
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Concepts:
Roots of Self-Government
Types of Governments: democracy, dictatorship, totalitarian, monarchy, oligarchy
US History:
Washington's Administration:
- Hamilton's Economic Plan
- Washington's Cabinet
Bill of Rights
Whiskey Rebellion
Laissez- Faire
Electoral College
Bank of the United States
Treaty of Greenville
Jay's Treaty
Pickney's Treaty
Washington's Farewell Address
People:
Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
Friday, August 28, 2009
Civics:
Competency Goal 1:
The learner will investigate the foundations of the American political system and explore basic values and principles of American democracy.
PowerPoint Presentation on "What is Civics?"
We will start by taking notes on the following:
PowerPoint #2
We will again go through the rules in the classroom.
Please complete the Guided Reading 1
This file will correlate to Chapter 1 in Civics Today.
This is a .PDF file and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open.
US History:
We will start with a Binder Check.
US History:
Working Independently Assignment:
Guided Reading 1
This file will correlate to Chapter 1 in American Visions.
This is a .PDF file and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open.
Competency Goal 1:
The learner will investigate the foundations of the American political system and explore basic values and principles of American democracy.
PowerPoint Presentation on "What is Civics?"
We will start by taking notes on the following:
PowerPoint #2
We will again go through the rules in the classroom.
Please complete the Guided Reading 1
This file will correlate to Chapter 1 in Civics Today.
This is a .PDF file and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open.
US History:
We will start with a Binder Check.
US History:
Working Independently Assignment:
Guided Reading 1
This file will correlate to Chapter 1 in American Visions.
This is a .PDF file and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
8/27/09
Civics and Economics:
Competency Goal 1
The learner will investigate the foundations of the American political system and explore basic values and principles of American democracy.
Essential Question: What aare the philosophical roots of American Government?
Today, we are going to take a look at a test that a person who wanted US citizenship would have to take.
INS Test Questions
Could you pass it?
Questions asked that you knew.
What didn’t you know?
How did the test make you feel?
What if you failed to pass the test?
What if you lost your citizenship because you failed the test?
Should all Americans have to pass this test to keep their citizenship?
Why or why not?
INS = Immigration and Naturalization Service
Presentation that will go over initial comments in class:
US History:
Competency Goal 1
The New Nation (1789-1820) - The learner will identify, investigate, and assess the effectiveness of the institutions of the emerging republic.
Essential Question: What are the roots of the American nation?
We will be doing a brief timeline to bring the class up to the time period of the Early Republic.
US History Timeline:
What happened on the following dates?
You will find the dates in your textbook.
1000BC,
1000 AD,
1096,
1464,
1492,
1507,
1513,
1580,
1607,
1630,
1699,
1700,
1739,
1754,
1763,
1775,
1776,
1777,
1781,
1783
and 1787.
We are also going to discuss the rule posters that were made. We are going to talk about the quality or lack of quality.
Competency Goal 1
The learner will investigate the foundations of the American political system and explore basic values and principles of American democracy.
Essential Question: What aare the philosophical roots of American Government?
Today, we are going to take a look at a test that a person who wanted US citizenship would have to take.
INS Test Questions
Could you pass it?
Questions asked that you knew.
What didn’t you know?
How did the test make you feel?
What if you failed to pass the test?
What if you lost your citizenship because you failed the test?
Should all Americans have to pass this test to keep their citizenship?
Why or why not?
INS = Immigration and Naturalization Service
Presentation that will go over initial comments in class:
US History:
Competency Goal 1
The New Nation (1789-1820) - The learner will identify, investigate, and assess the effectiveness of the institutions of the emerging republic.
Essential Question: What are the roots of the American nation?
We will be doing a brief timeline to bring the class up to the time period of the Early Republic.
US History Timeline:
What happened on the following dates?
You will find the dates in your textbook.
1000BC,
1000 AD,
1096,
1464,
1492,
1507,
1513,
1580,
1607,
1630,
1699,
1700,
1739,
1754,
1763,
1775,
1776,
1777,
1781,
1783
and 1787.
We are also going to discuss the rule posters that were made. We are going to talk about the quality or lack of quality.
8/26/09
US History and Civics:
Today, we will be making signs with the classroom rules. Students will be provided materials and will choose one of the classroom rules to complete a sign. Students are encouraged to be creative.
Rules:
1. No Cursing
2. No Cell Phones
3. No Writing on Desks
4. No Gang Stuff
5. No Eating or Drinking (water ok)
6. Do not raise your voice at anyone.
7. Make sure your comments are appropriate.
The best ones from all the classes will be posted in the classroom.
The winners will be given a surprise by Mr. Grove.
After those are complete, students will be completing a Scavenger Hunt. This will help student began to understand the resources that are available in the textbook. Students may not finish this by the end of class. Students are to work individually on this assignment.
US History Scavenger Hunt
Civics Scavenger Hunt
Today, we will be making signs with the classroom rules. Students will be provided materials and will choose one of the classroom rules to complete a sign. Students are encouraged to be creative.
Rules:
1. No Cursing
2. No Cell Phones
3. No Writing on Desks
4. No Gang Stuff
5. No Eating or Drinking (water ok)
6. Do not raise your voice at anyone.
7. Make sure your comments are appropriate.
The best ones from all the classes will be posted in the classroom.
The winners will be given a surprise by Mr. Grove.
After those are complete, students will be completing a Scavenger Hunt. This will help student began to understand the resources that are available in the textbook. Students may not finish this by the end of class. Students are to work individually on this assignment.
US History Scavenger Hunt
Civics Scavenger Hunt
Monday, August 24, 2009
First Day Information:
Classroom Expectations PowerPoint:
Required to Complete:
Student Information Sheet
Class Information Sheet
Required to Complete:
Student Information Sheet
Class Information Sheet
Welcome to the Blog:
This blog will follow what is going on in Mr. Grove's US History and Civics and Economics Classes for the School year 2009-2010. I will put what we did in class each day so you can keep up to date on what you missed.
If you miss a class, it is your responsibility to check the blog so you know what is required.
I am excited about this new year and have high expectations for each of you.
Mr. Grove
If you miss a class, it is your responsibility to check the blog so you know what is required.
I am excited about this new year and have high expectations for each of you.
Mr. Grove
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