Your Passport to the World:
A 7th Grade Social Studies Experience
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The Historian as a Detective
September 5-30, 2016
Weekly Focus: (#FTTTP Protocols/Procedures/'Connecting the Dots'/See Learning Targets) #FTTTP Website
Resources Nick Vujicica Story
Great Failures Courage of Great Failures 9-11 Tribute (Video) Personal Narrative Human Characteristics of Eastern Hemisphere Kyle Maynard Event kYLE MAYNARD ARTICLE Student Activity Official Mt. Kilimanjaro Website Global Warming: Mt. Kilimanjaro Video Climates Around the World World Climate Maps Interactive Climate Graph (iPad Activity) 21st Century Natural Disasters Physical Features Physical Geography: Atlas Scavenger Hunt with iPad Physical Features Activity Label Eastern Hemisphere Map Geography Pre-Test with iPads) Biography Checklist for online portfolio |
Learning Targets
I will develop an understanding of #FTTTP and its' components and how it will apply to my learning journey.
1. #FTTTP Goals 2. #FTTTP Links to G.R.E.A.T.N.E.S.S. (Collaboration & TEAM) 3. #FTTTP CREED Agreement & Wristband Ceremony 4. #FTTTP Reflection of examples (See Resources) Based on your groups investigating, what does the evidence suggest regarding the person's characteristics, beliefs, experiences, family and dreams/hopes for their future? I will conduct an investigation (Inquiry) as I gather/analyze evidence and construct an answer to the Investigating Question I will draw conclusions based on the evidence of my investigation with a partner within my group and create a thesis and supporting statements about my findings. I will develop a QUALITY paragraph reflective of my investigation (Historian as a Detective) *Develop on Google Drive *Pre-Test: Paragraph Writing |
Historian as a Detective
October 3 - 7, 2016
Weekly Focus:
We will develop our Student Portfolios (Student Growth Tool) this week as we begin our first PBL experience; WALKING IN MY SHOES (Mini-Geography Unit).
We will develop our Student Portfolios (Student Growth Tool) this week as we begin our first PBL experience; WALKING IN MY SHOES (Mini-Geography Unit).
Resources Population Connection: The World Population
*Patterns of Growth *Density of Population Population Growth . . . its' effect on Geography What is 7 Billion Video |
Learning Targets
Monday
I will complete my final draft of my HISTORIAN AS A DETECTIVE on the Google Document today. Tuesday I will establish my Digital Footprint: Student Portfolio Pages, #FTTTP Goals and establish website name. Wednesday I will establish my Digital Footprint: Student Portfolio Goals, Textbook and WALK IN MY SHOES OVERVIEW Michigan Social Studies Open Book Project (Download) Thursday I will draw a mental map of the world showing: Bodies of water, land masses, political boundaries & geographic terms. Video: Drawing a Mental Map of the World Friday #FTTTP Reward Day: *Like Social Media, Wristband or Shoe. I will complete my Student Portfolio before I explore GEOGUESSR. Geoguessr will allow me to further explore various geographic concepts from around the world. |
October 10 - 14, 2016
Weekly Focus:
I can describe the effects that a change in the physical environment could have o human activities and the choices people would have to make in adjusting to the change (e.g., drought in Africa, pollution from volcanic eruptions in Indonesia,earthquakes in Turkey, and flooding in Bangladesh) I can draw the general population distribution of the Eastern Hemisphere on a map analyze the patterns, and propose two generalizations about the location and density of the population and Describe patterns of settlement by using historical and modern maps (e.g., the location of the world’s mega cities, other cities located near coasts and navigable rivers, regions under environmental stress such as the Sahel).
I can describe the effects that a change in the physical environment could have o human activities and the choices people would have to make in adjusting to the change (e.g., drought in Africa, pollution from volcanic eruptions in Indonesia,earthquakes in Turkey, and flooding in Bangladesh) I can draw the general population distribution of the Eastern Hemisphere on a map analyze the patterns, and propose two generalizations about the location and density of the population and Describe patterns of settlement by using historical and modern maps (e.g., the location of the world’s mega cities, other cities located near coasts and navigable rivers, regions under environmental stress such as the Sahel).
ResourcesFIVE THEMES OF GEOGRAPHY OVERVIEW
Power Point of Themes (Introduction) Student Handout What are the Five Themes of Geography B. From one of your personal items that (SHOE or OTHER) I have identified on my map, I will describe in detail the factors that influence Settlement Patterns; SEE HANDOUT. 1. I will using the Earth Clock and will record data and predict future trends of population density/distribution (Before Class/After Class). 2.I will view the videos: 7 Billion: How Did We Get So Big So Fast? & Population Connection: World Population. 3. After collecting data and view the two video's, I will prepare a 30 speech within my group and PREDICT future trends of a given area on a map. I will than post my speech on TODAYS MEET (populationtrends: room name)for the class to view. Students will use maps & other geographic representations, tools & technologies to acquire, process & report information (Political Geography). Google Maps Resource 3. After collecting data and view the two video's, I will prepare a 30 speech within my group and PREDICT future trends of a given area on a map. Google Maps Resource |
Learning TargetsMonday
I will connect through everyday products (shoes, shirt & other) to the world around me; Identifying Settlement Patterns by labeling your maps showing ALL students in the classroom's location of items manufactured. On-Line World Map Blank Map Tuesday I will connect through everyday products (shoes, shirt & other) to the world around me; Identifying Settlement Patterns by labeling your maps showing ALL students in the classroom's location of items manufactured. Wednesday A. OPEN CLASS: What does your findings (MAP of Personal Items) say about our MIGRATION PATTERNS AND trading partners of our present/future economy? US Trading Partners B. Outsourcing The Simpson Way Question: What is Outsourcing? C. World Population Video I will identify characteristics, distributions, and migrations of human populations on the Earth's surface. Thursday A. I will identify the population density and distribution that manufacture my shoe (Or other item) and share with others. Label on the maps. 7 Billion Friday Why does Geography Matter? I will complete a Reading Closure of why Geography Matters. VIDEO: GEOGRAPHY MATTERS Student 'Closure' Activity If Completed Early: HERE OR HERE (GeoGuessr) |
October 17-21, 2016
Weekly Focus:
Conclusion WALK IN MY SHOES UNIT. Kick off Guns, Germs & Steal Unit of study with having students take a pretest from the content expectations of Early Human Societies.
Conclusion WALK IN MY SHOES UNIT. Kick off Guns, Germs & Steal Unit of study with having students take a pretest from the content expectations of Early Human Societies.
Resources
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Learning TargetsMonday
I will perform a Check Up From the Neck Up Exercise AND take a quiz reflective population density and distribution. Tuesday A. FINISH: I will perform a Check Up From the Neck Up Exercise B. I will complete a pre-test on Early Human Societies. PRE-TEST: GUNS, GERMS & STEAL Wednesday BEGIN: Human Migration Patterns Why did humans start migrating out of Africa about 100,000 ago? I will list Five pieces of evidence Archaeologist have identified that early human migration began in Africa. #FTTTP Dialogue VIDEO First Peoples/Societies: Africa Evidence Thursday BEGIN: Human Migration Patterns Why did humans start migrating out of Africa about 100,000 ago? I will list Five pieces of evidence Archaeologist have identified that early human migration began in Africa. #FTTTP Dialogue VIDEO First Peoples/Societies: Africa Evidence Friday Half-Day: AM students will be rotating to various stations (Coding, Carom Boards, and ________) throughout the morning. |
OCTOBER 24-28, 2016
Weekly Focus:
We will track the movement of mankind over the past 100,000 years.
We will track the movement of mankind over the past 100,000 years.
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Monday
I will track the migration of mankind from 100,00 years ago and identify WHY such movement occurred. Student Created Driving Question (Ticket) Tuesday I will track the migration of mankind from 100,00 years ago and identify WHY such movement occurred. MAP VIDEO Wednesday I will identify how Hunter Gatherers adapted (Environment), created (Tools to Survive) and developed (Language, Religion, & Art) over time. Short Reading (Neolithic vs Paleolithic Man) Video INDIVIDUAL REFLECTION Thursday FIRST: Show this video and ask students to follow along on their BLANK MAPS (It does go quickly, but RESILIENCE!). Just PAUSE when transitioning to another region of the world. Students are to follow along and locate on map using a color pencil of their choice and creating a large dot locating each country as indicated on the video SECONDLY: Have the students navigate on their own by playing the video at their own pace (ear pieces if you wish to do so) with the Chromebooks. This will allow them to pause and find the noted country. THIRDLY: I will enhance my knowledge of the world geographically by labeling the physical and human features on a map. Handout maps as they are to work within their assigned desk teams ONLY! USING THE SAME HANDOUT THEIR IDENTIFIED EACH COUNTRY WITH; NOW ANSWER THE QUESTIONS WHILE WORKING WITHIN THEIR TEAMS ONLY! For Example, label and draw (Color Pencil) on the map as to the physical features the maps indicate. Friday COMPLETE THE TASK FROM THURSDAY IF COMPLETED WITH BOTH ASSIGNMENTS; * GEOGUESSR ONLY |
OCTOBER 31 - November 4, 2016
Weekly Focus:
We will gather evidence reflective of Neolithic and Paleolithic man. Introduce the Project-Based Learning Experience: Innovation 'tools' reflective of Paleolithic man (Hunter-Gatherer).
RESOURCES |
LEARNING TARGETS
Monday I will create a VENN DIAGRAM showing the characteristics of Paleolithic and Neolithic Ways of Life. Short Reading (Neolithic vs Paleolithic Man) Additional Resource Video But Wait! There is More . . . Text to Speech Option Tuesday I will create a VENN DIAGRAM showing the characteristics of Paleolithic and Neolithic Ways of Life. Short Reading (Neolithic vs Paleolithic Man) Additional Resource Neolithic: Agricultural Revolution Video But Wait! There is More . . . Text to Speech Option *Evidence collected will be used for the development of a Project-Based Learning Experience Wednesday CHECK UP FROM THE NECK UP: * See board for details (List of Task) * Opportunity to finalize grade, assignments & projects OPEN: #FTTTP Video * Growth Mind Set ('Brain Train') * The Learning Brain Thursday I will read short passages (TASK) on early foragers and identify the main ideas from each (1-2 examples). I will make a list of ideas/concepts I DIDN'T understand for later discussion (At Least ONE). But Wait! There is More . . . Text to Speech Option * If completed early; they must show you that they have a QUALITY piece completed and they may play GEO GUESSR Friday |
November 7 - 11, 2016
Weekly Focus:
Identifying those factors that differentiated the two peoples (Neolithic and Paleolithic) and life ways of a Hunter-Gatherer will be the focus of the week. Mini-PBL (STEM Reflective) will be to create/innovate a 21st century innovation for a Paleolithic/Neolithic person that would improve their way of living, but you can only use resources that were available to them.
Identifying those factors that differentiated the two peoples (Neolithic and Paleolithic) and life ways of a Hunter-Gatherer will be the focus of the week. Mini-PBL (STEM Reflective) will be to create/innovate a 21st century innovation for a Paleolithic/Neolithic person that would improve their way of living, but you can only use resources that were available to them.
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RESOURCES
A Veterans stands between you and your basic freedoms
Dalton Holt (87 yrs. old former school teacher at O.J. Jr. High in Ludington), US Navy, fought in the the largest Navel Ware fare battle in modern time during WWII. He quits high school and leaves his small town of Marshall, MI at the age of 17 to join the US Navy. Dalton has also hand crafted the service seals that hang on our veterans wall as you enter the school. Tin Can Sailor: The Dalton Holt Story This is the story of Ron Martin, Vietnam Veteran who pays tribute to his fallen comrade Lt.David Nolan, this story next moves to Gettysburg, PA as we sit on Little Round Top to interview Denis Reen, a highly decorated Vietnam Veteran, who modeled for the above ground monument created by Fredrick Hart and finally this story introduces us to Paul Prevatte, from South Carolina, who pays tribute to those he witnessed die for his country. An amazing man I just met at the wall . . . Echos From The Wall: A Vietnam Story Other Resources: Top 20 Greatest Inventions of all Time Great Tech Tools For Social Studies |
LEARNING TARGETS
Monday COLLECT READING PASSAGES (FROM FRIDAY) I will write a paragraph on the differences and similarities of Neolithic and Paleolithic Peoples (Post-Test/Assessment). * Google Drive Document = Hyperlink on Learning Portfolio Tuesday I will write a paragraph on the differences and similarities of Neolithic and Paleolithic Peoples (Post-Test/Assessment). * Google Drive Document = Hyperlink on Learning Portfolio Wednesday Flex Day (Check up from the neck up) Thursday I will investigate the MOTEL OF MYSTERIES by being a Archaeologist and Anthropologist. DOCUMENT Enrichment Activity: Document OR I will create an innovation from recycling materials (Engineering Design) that would assist the Neolithic and/or Paleolithic peoples way of life. Friday VETERANS DAY PROGRAM (ALL DAY) Students ( 6th, 7th & 8th graders) will assemble in the 7th grade open room for a panel presentation by our veterans. Video clips will be shown, Q & A opportunities for students and presentation of the American Flag will be shared. |
November 14-18, 2016
Weekly Focus:
Expand upon the vocabulary by introducing a process of seeking a deeper meaning to new vocabulary words using a WORD CLOUD program and understanding the concept of the unit title; Guns, Germs & Steel.
Expand upon the vocabulary by introducing a process of seeking a deeper meaning to new vocabulary words using a WORD CLOUD program and understanding the concept of the unit title; Guns, Germs & Steel.
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RESOURCES
RESOURCE: POWER POINT I will identify the four unit questions and answer to the best of my knowledge (Unit Pre-Test). CLICK HERE FOR PRE-TEST I will identify factors that impact how geography impacts the way in which people live throughout the world. Geography Luck Handout Geography Luck Power Point What is Cargo? (Guns, Germs & Steal Video #1) Guns, Germs & Steal Video #2 |
LEARNING TARGETS
Monday I will interpret a World History Timeline and complete a Picture Vocabulary task using THESE TOOLS 1. LEXIPEDIA (TO SEEK MEANING) 2. WORDSIFT (CREATE WORD ART FOR WEBSITE) Foraging (EARLY FORAGERS) Paleolithic Neolithic surplus domestication agrarian Agricultural Revolution B.C.E. C.E. Don't forget . . . .Text to Speech Option Tuesday I will FINISH my word cloud of Neo/Pathio Vocabulary words (See Monday's Resources) Wednesday Why do you white people develop so much cargo, but we black people had so little cargo of our own? I will identify characteristics that made up the Agricultural Revolution and how geography effects where people(s) live . Video Resource FINISH WORDSIFT AND POST ON WEBSITE! Thursday I will identify characteristics that made up the Agricultural Revolution and how geography effects where people(s) live . Video Resource & Jarrod Diamond: Video FINISH WORDSIFT AND POST ON WEBSITE! Friday High School Play: PM |
November 21-23, 2016
Weekly Focus:
Concluding the mini-unit of GUNS, GERMS & STEEL by reflecting on vocabulary and administering a post-test of the four driving questions of the unit of study.
Concluding the mini-unit of GUNS, GERMS & STEEL by reflecting on vocabulary and administering a post-test of the four driving questions of the unit of study.
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RESOURCES
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LEARNING TARGETS
Monday I will identify the meaning of vocabulary words from Paleolithic and Neolithic Age. Document Tuesday FINISH: I will identify the meaning of vocabulary words from Paleolithic and Neolithic Age. Document STUDENT PORTFOLIO UPDATE Wednesday SCHOOL WIDE REWARD DAY Thursday & Friday HAPPY THANKSGIVING! #FTTTP: To be Compassionate & Empathic
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November 28-December 2, 2016
Weekly Focus:
Clearly defining the rationale as to why the unit of study was referred to as GUNS, GERMS and STEEL. We will explore the Theory of Geography Luck as to why some regions of of the world advanced and others refused and maintained a HUNTER-GATHERER way of life.
Clearly defining the rationale as to why the unit of study was referred to as GUNS, GERMS and STEEL. We will explore the Theory of Geography Luck as to why some regions of of the world advanced and others refused and maintained a HUNTER-GATHERER way of life.
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RESOURCES
FRIDAY'S LEARNING TARGET INSTRUCTIONS PHASE I FINAL TEAM TEMPLATE: Leader (One Person!) download and share with all members of TEAM VIEW MAP FIRST (ALL): Download, COPY and view: HERE PHASE II TEAM INDUS RIVER VALLEY and HERE TEAM MESOPOTAMIA RIVER VALLEY and HERE TEAM YELLOW RIVER VALLEY and HERE (FF: 3:53) TEAM NILE RIVER VALLEY and HERE |
LEARNING TARGETS
Monday I will identify the four main factors that support Jared Diamonds theory of Geography Luck Handout Tuesday Quiz: Agricultural Revolution (Formative Assessment) Kahoot I will complete my 'gathering of data (Jig-Saw Stratigy) from the Geography Luck article. Wednesday I will complete a pre-test on Ancient River Valley Civilizations PRE-TEST Quiz: Geography Luck Thursday I will seek a Driving Questions reflective of my assigned River Valley Civilization River Valley Intensification Handout River Valley Power Point Friday I will seek the answer(s) to my Driving Questions reflective of my assigned River Valley Civilization. * View Map of Culture to seek location * Seek Answer(s) to students personal question * View TWO videos seek answers and emerging into culture * SEE TEMPLATE: Create ONE slide publishing the results of your 'findings'. The slide must include: a. Your DETAILED question b. COMPLETE and DETAILED answer c. Symbol or Picture supporting your answer d. Create a Hyperlink for future reading that would support your answer. |
December 5 - 9, 2016
Weekly Focus:
Students will continue to gather their findings of the characteristics that make up a civilization and how this may apply to the Ancient River Valley regions of the eastern world. They will develop their individual slide in contributing to the great good of the TEAM as they seek an understanding of the Ancient River Valley Civilizations. This mini-project will be presented on Thursday and Friday.
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RESOURCES
Other Resources:
History of Mesopotamia Video Clip (Part 2) Unit Resource Who Were the Nomadic Pastoralists and How Did they Live? Pastoral Nomads River Valley Presentation River Valley Civilizations Handout |
LEARNING TARGETS
Monday I will seek the answer(s) to my Driving Questions reflective of my assigned River Valley Civilization. * What is a proper internet sources? * Seeking a second source for your question. * OVERVIEW of Group Project Expectations Tuesday I will build my Google Slide and collaborate with my team on creating the final product for our presentation. Wednesday I will build my Google Slide and collaborate with my team on creating the final product for our presentation. Thursday River Valley Group Presentations Friday River Valley Group Presentations |
December 12-16, 2016
Weekly Focus:
We will finish our River Valley Group Presentations and reflect on our learning and introduce our PBL experience reflective of our River Valley Studies.
We will finish our River Valley Group Presentations and reflect on our learning and introduce our PBL experience reflective of our River Valley Studies.
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RESOURCES
World History Crash Course
Stone Age/Stone Age Art Agricultural Revolution Video / You Tube Version Early Human Migration to 10,000 years ago World History For All of UsGrading Rubric for Early Civilization Presentations Ancient Civilization Quiz I will complete/design a post-test reflective my learning of Early Human Societies using Storify. Storify: Platform for test Questions Indus Valley Grading Rubric |
LEARNING TARGETS
Monday River Valley Group Presentations Tuesday How did Intensification Lead to the Development of Writing, Laws, and Centralized Governments Student Handout Wednesday How did Intensification Lead to the Development of Writing, Laws, and Centralized Governments Student Handout Thursday I will create an Ancient River Valley Civilization Marketing Plan Google Slide *See Marketing Guideline within Presetation Friday I will create an Ancient River Valley Civilization Marketing Plan Google Slide *See Marketing Guideline within Presetation |
December 19 - 21, 2016
Weekly Focus:
The Engineering Design Process (STEM) and how it applies to Ancient River Valley Civilizations. Students will apply the process within their individual project.
The Engineering Design Process (STEM) and how it applies to Ancient River Valley Civilizations. Students will apply the process within their individual project.
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RESOURCES
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LEARNING TARGETS
Monday I will apply the Engineering Design Process to my individual River Valley Project *See Marketing Guideline within Presetation Tuesday I will apply the Engineering Design Process to my individual River Valley Project *See Marketing Guideline within Presetation Wednesday 7th Grade Reward Day Thursday Christmas Break: No School Friday Christmas Break: No School |
December 22nd - January 2nd
CHRISTMAS BREAK
January 3 - 6, 2017
Weekly Focus:
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RESOURCES
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LEARNING TARGETS
Monday Students will re-evaluate their personal & academic goals. What do you aspire to be and how do you plan on achieving your goals? What walls stand in your way (Randy Pausch Last Lecture)? 1. Great Quotes From Randy Pausch 2. Being committed to your dreams Power Point 3. Randy's Wall 4. Goals for the Future Videos: Announcement of Randy Pausch Death Tuesday 10 River Valley Profile: Mesopotamia I will apply the Engineering Design Process to my individual River Valley Project *See Marketing Guideline within Presentation Wednesday 10 River Valley Profile: Yellow River Valley I will apply the Engineering Design Process to my individual River Valley Project *See Marketing Guideline within Presetation Thursday 10 River Valley Profile: Mesopotamia I will apply the Engineering Design Process to my individual River Valley Project *See Marketing Guideline within Presentation Friday 10 River Valley Profile: Mesopotamia I will apply the Engineering Design Process to my individual River Valley Project *See Marketing Guideline within Presentation |
January 9-13, 2017
Weekly Focus:
This weeks focus will be to have students complete PHASE II and begin developing their Marketing Plan Script for 'SHOWTIME' next week. This Teacher-Designed PBL experience will be evidence of students deeper understanding of the RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT unit of study.
This weeks focus will be to have students complete PHASE II and begin developing their Marketing Plan Script for 'SHOWTIME' next week. This Teacher-Designed PBL experience will be evidence of students deeper understanding of the RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT unit of study.
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Monday
SNOW DAY: No School Tuesday SNOW DAY: No School Wednesday SNOW DAY: No School Thursday I will include 5-6 elements of my Ancient River Valley Civilization on a Google Slide Friday I will include 5-6 elements of my Ancient River Valley Civilization on a Google Slide |
January 16-20, 2017
Weekly Focus:
This weeks focus will be to have student complete the presentation of their Ancient River Valley Civilization Marketing Plan (PBL) Project. Students will complete the three phase project by presenting their :45 - 1:00 commercial demonstrating their deep knowledge of their selected civilization, present 3-D Prototype model in which 21st century ideas were applied to ancient problems.
This weeks focus will be to have student complete the presentation of their Ancient River Valley Civilization Marketing Plan (PBL) Project. Students will complete the three phase project by presenting their :45 - 1:00 commercial demonstrating their deep knowledge of their selected civilization, present 3-D Prototype model in which 21st century ideas were applied to ancient problems.
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Monday
I will present my Ancient River Valley Civilization Marketing Plan (Green Screen Recording) Tuesday SNOW DAY: No School Wednesday I will present my Ancient River Valley Civilization Marketing Plan (Green Screen Recording) Thursday I will present my Ancient River Valley Civilization Marketing Plan (Green Screen Recording) Friday I will witness today's events, experience historical presidents and share my opinion of the Inauguration of the President of the United States. Historical Presidential Inauguration Speeches What would you say to the people of the United States? Inauguration Quiz "I Do Solemnly Swear..." |
January 23-27, 2017
Weekly Focus:
How did the important characteristics of classical civilizations and empires during this era have a lasting impact on other places and times? Present the overview of the Five Ancient Civilizations and the Project-Based Learning Model. The overarching question that students will seek to answer will be . . . .
How did the important characteristics of classical civilizations and empires during this era have a lasting impact on other places and times? Present the overview of the Five Ancient Civilizations and the Project-Based Learning Model. The overarching question that students will seek to answer will be . . . .
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Unit Driving Questions
1. What are the shared characteristics of the classical civilizations? 2. What are the defining characteristics of city states, civilizations, and empires? 3. How did legal codes, belief systems, and written language aid in the development of large regional empires? 4. How did governmental authority, military power, taxation, coerced labor, and slavery help in the building and maintenance of empires? 5. What role did geography play in the development of empires? 6. How did new trade routes develop and how did that economically impact all groups? 7. How did cooperation and conflict impact the growth and spread of empires? 8. What new economic systems were created during this era? Project-Based Learning
What may Project-Based Learning LOOK like? What does it mean that students are seeking answers to the GLCE? What may the instruction look like? 
RESOURCES
Ancient China Cheat Sheet Civilization Map Project-Based Learning PROJECT Engineering an Empire Video Clip (China) Engineering an Empire Video Clip (Greeks) Ancient India and Indus Civilization (India) Engineering an Empire Video Clip (Persia) Crash Course: John Green Classic Civilizatons Video Research Log Due Data collection Matrix History of the World Interactive Timeline Search Student Sample: GLCE Presentation Characteristics of Classic Empires |
Monday
I will reflect upon my Ancient River Valley learning, project and growth. Student Reflection: Document Ancient River Valley Civilization Videos Tuesday I will update my personal portfolio and complete the Ancient Civilzation Pretest. Ancient Civilization Pre-Test Wednesday I will activate my prior knowledge (Pre-Assessment) of Ancient Empires by answering a series of driving questions. Ancient Empire Pre-Test Matrix Ancient Empire PBL Launch Event(s) * World History Timeline (Develop Driving Questions) * Work That Matters: What is PBL? * Tour Builder & Climbing Giza Video Teasers 3100 BCE: Egyptians 653 BCE: Persians 478 BCE: Greeks 206 BCE: Chinese (Han Dynasty) 326 BCE: India (Mauryan) 27 BCE: Romans SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Thursday I will activate my prior knowledge (Pre-Assessment) of Ancient Empires by answering a series of driving questions. Ancient Empire Pre-Test Matrix Ancient Empire PBL Launch Event(s) * World History Timeline (Develop Driving Questions) * Work That Matters: What is PBL? * Tour Builder & Climbing Giza Video Teasers 3100 BCE: Egyptians 653 BCE: Persians 478 BCE: Greeks 206 BCE: Chinese (Han Dynasty) 326 BCE: India (Mauryan) 27 BCE: Romans MAJOR SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE Friday I will identify several main characteristics of each of the six Ancient Empires. Student Matrix (Focus: Egyptians) Egyptian Empire Map PROGRESS REPORTS SENT HOME TODAY! PARENTS (Please Note): For the next five days we will be addressing (Video Clips, Reading Text and eBook) each EMPIRE and their growth and collapse. Please refer to your child's matrix (REQUIREMENT: 2-3 facts in each square) as to their progress on gathering their necessary data as be build a better understanding of the standards and in preparation of their individual Project-Based Learning experience. Your child will also be receiving a Project-Based Learning Contract reflective their upcoming project as an agreement between your child, school and home. We are in the process of developing essential and effective questions in which will drive our learning as your child begins this unique learning experience. Also, expect in the next few weeks a note coming home (Or Social Media announcement) announcing out second annual PARENT PBL SHOWCASE EVENING in which your child will share their compelling PBL experience with you and the community. |
January 30-February 3, 2017
Weekly Focus:
The students will begin developing their individual DRIVING QUESTION with a series of strategies in which will challenge them to develop open ended questions which will allow further exploration into their content area. The foundation for the Ancient Empire PBL experience will conclude with students gaining an understanding of time reference, major achievements and possible impact of each Empire. Students will set their individual goals, monitor their achievements/learning daily and being their exciting PBL journey!
The students will begin developing their individual DRIVING QUESTION with a series of strategies in which will challenge them to develop open ended questions which will allow further exploration into their content area. The foundation for the Ancient Empire PBL experience will conclude with students gaining an understanding of time reference, major achievements and possible impact of each Empire. Students will set their individual goals, monitor their achievements/learning daily and being their exciting PBL journey!
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Why is students asking their own questions videl to the learning process?
Resources:
What is QFocus and how does it impact student learning? Middle School Classroom using QFocus 7th Grade eBook / Text to Speech Select & Speak (Chrome) |
Monday
#1 What are the Characteristics of the Persian Empire? (Index Card Exit) Begin: eBook Resource Questions: BEGIN PP 84 #2 I will identify the main characteristics of the Persian Ancient Empire. Student Matrix EXTRA RESEARCH RESOURSE What is an Empire? or HERE (Focus: Persians) Persian Empire Map SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Tuesday I will identify the main characteristics of the Ancient Greek Empire. Student Matrix (Focus: Greeks) Greece Empire Map Begin: eBook Resource Questions SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Wednesday I will identify the main characteristics of the Ancient Chinese Empire. Student Matrix (Focus: Chinese) Chinese Empire Map Begin: eBook Resource Questions SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Thursday I will identify the main characteristics of the India (Mauryan) Ancient Empire. Student Matrix (Focus: India) Ancient Indian Empire Map Begin: eBook Resource Questions SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Friday I will identify the main characteristics of the Ancient Roman Empire. Student Matrix (Focus: Roman) Ancient Roman Empire Map Begin: eBook Resource Questions SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE |
February 6-10, 2017
Weekly Focus:
Finalize data from overview/foundation of empires of study (Matrix). Develop Driving Questions (QFocus), establish area of focus and identify characteristics of a Project-Based Learning experience.
Finalize data from overview/foundation of empires of study (Matrix). Develop Driving Questions (QFocus), establish area of focus and identify characteristics of a Project-Based Learning experience.
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STUDENT VOICE APPLICATION: www.storify.com
hyroglyphics (Writing in Egypt: Student Handout 2) Additional Resource I will write a code using hieroglyphics (Writing in Egypt: Student Handout 2) (Hand in Picture Vocabulary) after reading Student Handout #2: The Story of Egyptian Writing Power Point I will identify characteristics of the Roman Empire Engineering An Empire Student Closure Handout Project Based Learning: See Contract.
RESOURCES
The Queen Mother of Google Resources! CONTENT STANDARDS POST PBL EXPERIENCE ESSAY'S Sample #1 Sample #2 Sample #3 WRITING RUBRIC: Writing Format |
Monday
We will kick off the Project-Based Learning Experience STUDENT-PARENT-TEACHER CONTRACT PROJECT IDEAS! Tuesday I will develop a Driving Question(s) that will direct my Project-Based Learning experience. Example of Process Distribute Project-Based Learning Contract! Power Point QFocus Protocol QFocus Handout PROJECT IDEAS! Wednesday I will seek approval of my PBL Driving Question and begin seeking answers the Phase I questions using classroom eBook. Parents! Contracts will be coming home TODAY Driving Question Idea STUDENT APPROVED SIGN-UP LIST (Do NOT make a copy: Live Document!) PROJECT IDEAS! Thursday I will design 3D model for my PBL experience. CHECKLIST: * Approval of Driving Question *Complete Yellow Highlighted areas of contract * Finish design 3D Model *eBook Question #1 SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Friday I will use the course eBook to explore the characteristics (Question #1) of my empire of study SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the Kingdom |
February 13-17, 2017
Weekly Focus:
We will be getting down to the heart and soul of the essential questions (Seven) of students individual PBL Ancient Empires. Students will be answering these seven questions before they attack their individual DR. We will be introducing the daily 'target' or questions of focus for each day; with two days given for flexibility for each student to further research in-depth of their DQ. PHASE I of PBL will be the weekly focus: See Contract for daily task.
We will be getting down to the heart and soul of the essential questions (Seven) of students individual PBL Ancient Empires. Students will be answering these seven questions before they attack their individual DR. We will be introducing the daily 'target' or questions of focus for each day; with two days given for flexibility for each student to further research in-depth of their DQ. PHASE I of PBL will be the weekly focus: See Contract for daily task.
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Video Teasers
3100 BCE: Egyptians 653 BCE: Persians 478 BCE: Greeks 206 BCE: Chinese (Han Dynasty) 326 BCE: India (Mauryan) 27 BCE: Romans Former student explaining the 7th Grade Content Expectations of her individual Project-Based Learning Experience/Research. This short video is demonstrating how students will be working independently seeking answers to their ONE DRIVING QUESTION and the Units Focus Questions
(Which reflect the GLCE's) HEY GREEKS! Check out this extra resource, I will list the influences of Ancient Greek Culture on United States Government ..... (Finish Engineering an Empire) Handout Video Clip #1 |
Monday
I will use research materials to answer my PBL essential (7) questions: #2 How did legal codes, belief systems, and written language aid in the development of large regional empires? #3 How did governmental authority, military power, taxation, coerced labor, and slavery help in the building and maintenance of empires SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King SEE: Video Teasers Tuesday I will use research materials to answer my PBL essential (7) questions: #4 What role did geography play in the development of empires? #5 How did new trade routes develop and how did that economically impact all groups? SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King SEE: Video Teasers Wednesday I will use research materials to answer my PBL essential (7) questions: #6 How did cooperation and conflict impact the growth and spread of empires? #7 What new economic systems were created during this era? SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King SEE: Video Teasers Thursday I will use research materials to answer my PBL essential (7) questions SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King SEE: Video Teasers Friday I will use research materials to answer my PBL essential (7) questions SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King SEE: Video Teasers |
February 20-24, 2017
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WEEKLY RESOURCES:
ANSWERS TO SEVEN QUESTIONS Alternative Theory: Creation Theory
I will map out the movement of man over time. Resource: Video Clip / Map Voki |
Monday
SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King Tuesday SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King Wednesday SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King Google Slide Template: Ancient Empires COPY BEFORE CREATING PLEASE! Thursday NATIONAL DIGITAL DAY IN THE CLASSROOM National Digital Learning Day Celebration (You MUST create content and not consume and NO GAME SITES) I. Take an online College Class II. Make a movie: Magisto OR WeVideo III. Digital Magic Resources IV. Create your own MUSIC! Or try JAMSTUDIO or SOUNDATION V. Create your own website with Weebly! VI. Create Digital Art: SLIMBER or BOMOMO or DOINK or MEGASITE VII. Learn to CODE and build your own game or check out SCRATCH. VIII. Take a TED ed Course or Khan Academy Course . IX. Amazing Ideas! CLICK HERE or create a animation through POWTOON X. Create a Poster through Canva or try this one: RECITE! XI. GO DEEP! Learning tough Code: CODE ACADEMY XII. Creating Digital Comics XIII. Super Site Resource for Middle School Students! * The only requirement is to screen shot on a documents and share with Mr. Quinlan your DIGITAL LEARNING DAY ACTIVITY Friday SOURCE OF RESEARCH: CLICK HERE & HERE Text to Speech App Mr. Quinlan's Key's to the King |
February 27-March 3, 2017
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March 6-10, 2017
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Monday
PBL Showcase Tuesday PBL Showcase Wednesday I will reflect on my PBL experience (Connections & Crumbed Paper). Thursday I will update my learning portfolio and complete the pre-test on Religious Studies. PRETEST Friday I will identify the origins and belief systems of the five major religions from around the world STUDENT HANDOUT Ted Talks VIDEO: Five Major Religions |
March 13-17, 2017
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Monday
I will define the belief systems of the Five Major Religions of the World. Tuesday Mr. Scheffler: EDP Careers Wednesday Power Point : World Religions See Sub Plans Thursday See Sub Plans Mr. Scheffler: EDP Careers Friday See Sub Plans Power Point : World Religions See Sub Plans |
March 20-24, 2017
Weekly Focus:
To finalize the foundations for Religious Studies PBL experience (The Great Debate); Overview (Discussion) and Abrahamic Religions
To finalize the foundations for Religious Studies PBL experience (The Great Debate); Overview (Discussion) and Abrahamic Religions
You are going to make a Kahoot! this week!
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Monday
Historical Perspective of the Spread of Religion (Sticky Tabs: WHY BOARD?) Michigan Open Book: Religious Studies I will partener read and respond to the four essential questions and prepare to use in tomorrows development of a Kahoot Quiz. Tuesday FLIPPED CLASSROOM: Video Resource & Yesterdays Reading Assignment. I will create a 20 questions quiz ( Four Questions Per Religion) for a class to take on Kahoot. getkahoot.com Username: ftttprocks Password: ftttprocks Wednesday I will take my classmates religious quiz and receive feedback from its' results. Secondly, I will be assigned my Religious Great Debate Team and view our introductory video of our assigned religion. The history of Hinduism The history of Islam_ The history of Buddhism The history of Christianity & Judaism Thursday DEBATE: How does religion play a vital role in modern societies? CONFLICTS POLITICS CULTURAL IMPACT I will create a Google Document with a partner to respond to the question. Source (Students respond) Friday NO SCHOOL: SPRING BREAK BEGINS! |
March 27-31, 2017
April 3-7, 2017
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RELIGIOUS STUDIES INTRODUCTION A. How did major religions and belief systems grow and how have they impacted people, regions, and history? (Formative Assessment) B. What is religion? C. Why do cultures have religion? I will identify the origins and belief systems of the five major religions from around the world: STUDENT HANDOUT VIDEO: Five Major Religions |
Monday
Tuesday The origin of World Religion The history of Hinduism The history of Islam_ The history of Buddhism I will identify the origins, beliefs, leader and other characteristics of the world religions throughout the world. STUDENT HANDOUT Wednesday I will identify the characteristics of the five world religions from around the world. POWER POINT I will identify the origins and belief systems of the five major religions from around the world: STUDENT HANDOUT VIDEO: Five Major Religions ENRICHMENT After view the video, answer the following questions: CLICK HERE Thursday Religious Quiz Review |
April 10-14, 2017
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RESOURCES TO COMPLETE TASK:
World Religion Resource Site BIG CHART: Compare & Contrast World Religions World Religions Astonishing Facts BBC Website: Great Resource! CRAZY JOHN GREEN IS BACK! CHECK THIS AWESOME VIDEO'S HERE: The Birth of Religion (Introduction) Christians & Judaism Islam ADDITIONAL RESOURCES |
Monday
I will prepare for the Great Debate (World Religion Groups) Introduction to Debate: Document Tuesday I will prepare for the Great Debate (World Religion Groups) "Practice Pitch" Wednesday Should Religion Stay Out of Politics? Driving Question: Perspectives from around the world VIDEO & Student perspective I will prepare for the Great Debate (World Religion Groups) Thursday I will reflect on my religious research (Form) and create our opening statement. GOOGLE SLIDE & REFLECTION FORM 
Friday
Half-Day: GOOD FRIDAY |
April 17-21, 2017
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Monday
TEACHER IN SERVICE DAY Tuesday I will develop my teams Opening Statement for the World Religion Debate Google Slide: See Expectation Wednesday I will develop my teams Opening Statement for the World Religion Debate and begin (Within Circle) sharing my findings within the team. Google Slide: See Expectation PRE-DEBATE SURVEY: CLICK HERE Thursday I will identify the ethical systems of the world religions by reading the text and answering two essential questions from each. READING TEXT QUESTIONS Friday THE GREAT DEBATE! Lights, Camera, Action! I will participate in the World Religion Debate with my class. Driving Question/Debate: How my religion made the greatest contribute to the world. |
April 24-28, 2017
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We will be conducting our World Religions Debate this week.
We will be conducting our World Religions Debate this week.
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Monday
Tuesday I will have a Religious World Debate Wednesday I will have a Religious World Debate Thursday Student Survey Religious Post Test Friday #FTTTP Activity: Inspiring Words |
May 1-5, 2017
Weekly Focus:
Students will be kicking off their Capstone Projects as a reflective PBL experience in which connects our Ancient Studies to Contemporary issues that we are faced with today.
Students will be kicking off their Capstone Projects as a reflective PBL experience in which connects our Ancient Studies to Contemporary issues that we are faced with today.
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Michigan Open Book Project (Guideline) Finding Solutions to Hunger Book NEW! Google Earth See CAPSTONE PROJECT on bottom of site for IDEAS! |
Monday
NO SCHOOL! Tuesday How would you change the World? List of Ideas I will brainstorm and identify the legacy of the Ancient World that has the Greatest Impact on Modern life Document PRE-TEST: Capstone Project Wednesday Unit Vocabulary Quizlet Exercise Thursday AM: School Play PM: School Wide Reward Friday I will address a contemporary global issue and seek to solve the problem Document |
May 8-12, 2017
Weekly Focus:
M-Step testing Monday thru Thursday; Friday will be a regular day. The target for students not taking the test is to have their CAPSTONE PROJECT idea completed and to share with Mr. Quinlan by Friday.
M-Step testing Monday thru Thursday; Friday will be a regular day. The target for students not taking the test is to have their CAPSTONE PROJECT idea completed and to share with Mr. Quinlan by Friday.
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Monday
M-Step Room 126; Geoguessr, Capstone, Google Earth and AR Book Tuesday M-Step Room 126 North Korea Issue Wednesday M-Step Room 126 Kony 2012 Thursday M-Step Room 126 Poaching (Africa) Friday Students will complete a Google Earth Scavenger Hunt Google Earth Student Document |
May 15-19, 2017
Weekly Focus:
In the process of identifying a public issue for students to address for their Capstone Project, this weeks focus will be to further identify an issue, create a Quality Question in which to address, properly investigate (Anecdotal Research) and begin to write a response to the issue.
In the process of identifying a public issue for students to address for their Capstone Project, this weeks focus will be to further identify an issue, create a Quality Question in which to address, properly investigate (Anecdotal Research) and begin to write a response to the issue.
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National Capstone Issues:
A-D E-M N-Z Global Capstone Issues:
B. FUN FACTS OTHERS
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Monday
Choosing a Capstone Project (Video) Additional Capstone Ideas: HERE I will collaborate with a classmate to identify characteristics of a National Capstone Policy Issue Working Document Tuesday I will collaborate with a classmate to identify characteristics of a Global Capstone Policy Issue Working Document CHECK THIS OUT! * Before you leave the hour; have 2-3 issues that you would like to address and prepare to select Wednesday. Wednesday I will RE-VISIT my topic idea by developing a Driving Question that will clarify my Capstone Project. ONCE APPROVED . . . I will develop my PITCH for my Capstone Policy Issue Project 'Pitch'Working Document Thursday I will develop my 'visual' demonstration for my Capstone Project (See: Options) Friday I will develop my 'visual' demonstration for my Capstone Project (See: Options) |
May 22-26, 2017
Weekly Focus:
Our goals this week is to have students begin to develop solutions to their issues as they begin to formula their thoughts into written expression (See document on Portfolios).
Our goals this week is to have students begin to develop solutions to their issues as they begin to formula their thoughts into written expression (See document on Portfolios).
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Capstone Resources & Questions
CIA Fact Book Resource UNIT QUESTIONS TO GUIDE INQUIRY 1. How can you Identify public policy issues related to global topics and issues studied? 2. How can you clearly state the issue as a question of public policy orally or in written form? 3. What inquiry methods do you need to acquire content knowledge and appropriate data about the issue? 4. Can you identify the causes and consequences and analyze the impact, both positive and negative? 5. How can you share and discuss findings of research and issue analysis in group discussions and debates? 6. How can you persuade with an essay justifying the position with a reasoned argument? 7. How can you Develop an action plan to address or inform others about the issue at the local to global scales? |
Monday
I will develop a Solution to Capstone Policy Issue Video Document Website Tuesday I will develop a Solution to Capstone Policy Issue Video Document Website Wednesday Check up from the Neck Up: Connections I will share out my present status by including: a. Present Findings b. My Wonders; Areas I still seek answers or need help c. My Deliverables; How will I roll out my Capstone Project YOUR GUIDE TO A GREAT PITCH Final Pitch Document Thursday I will create a written essay and ACTION PLAN (See Format) reflect of my solution(s) to my Capstone Project. TAKE THIS SURVEY! Friday I will create a written essay and ACTION PLAN (See Format) reflect of my solution(s) to my Capstone Project. |
May 29-June 1, 2017
Weekly Focus:
Final Capstone Project will be presented to the class and recorded for posting on student learning portfolios, see checklist above from last week. AKA: SHOWTIME!
Final Capstone Project will be presented to the class and recorded for posting on student learning portfolios, see checklist above from last week. AKA: SHOWTIME!
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Change-makers: Impacting the World
1. Identify the Problem 2. Offer a Solution 3. Share an Example of Success 4. Describe the Impact * Quantitatively * Qualitatively 5. Involve the Marketplace 6. Sustainability 7. Creating a TEAM |
Monday
Memorial Day: No School Tuesday Capstone Rehearsals / Final Touches for public presentations Wednesday Present Capstone Projects Thursday Present Capstone Projects Friday Present Capstone Projects |
June 5-9, 2017
Weekly Focus:
The Journey is coming to a end! We will focus on reflecting on our Capstone Project and Learning Journey by updating our On Line Learning Portfolios. We will be having a scavenger Hunt prior to our end of the year field trip to Silver Lake. Awards Day (Half-Day) will be at the High School this year.
#FTTTP!
The Journey is coming to a end! We will focus on reflecting on our Capstone Project and Learning Journey by updating our On Line Learning Portfolios. We will be having a scavenger Hunt prior to our end of the year field trip to Silver Lake. Awards Day (Half-Day) will be at the High School this year.
#FTTTP!
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Monday I will finalize my learning Portfolio (Update Assessments, Google Documents & ect.) Final Checklist Document Tuesday I will finalize my learning Portfolio (Update Assessments, Google Documents & ect.) Final Checklist Document Wednesday Pre-Field Trip Scavenger Hunt Document Website Thursday 7th Grade Field Trip: Silver Lake Sand Dunes ALL DAY Friday Last Day of School: Half Day Awards Day: High School |
Inquiry-Based Instruction
Questions that will be the bases of Your Passport to the World . . .
What did you mean by that?
How does that work?
Can you explain that?
Tell me more.
What did your partner say?
Does anyone have a different idea?
What makes you think that?
Any other details about…..?
Where did you see that in the text?
How did you figure that word out?
Are you making a prediction?
How do you know that?
What was your process for figuring that out?
Talk to me…elaborate.
Did anyone else have an idea about that?
How did you figure that out?
What did you mean by that?
How does that work?
Can you explain that?
Tell me more.
What did your partner say?
Does anyone have a different idea?
What makes you think that?
Any other details about…..?
Where did you see that in the text?
How did you figure that word out?
Are you making a prediction?
How do you know that?
What was your process for figuring that out?
Talk to me…elaborate.
Did anyone else have an idea about that?
How did you figure that out?
