US+History+2012-13+Announcements


 * //The most recent announcements will be updated at the top of this page.//**

**// TUESDAY MAY 28 //**

 * 1. DUSH Announcements---fire! **
 * Due to some unfortunate circumstances (i.e. the HS building smelling like Wisconsin on a good day), our end of the semester schedule needs to be adjusted. Here are the key things you need to know:
 * The __press conferences__ and __going over the study guide__ will take place **during class on Thursday**. Be ready to ask and/or answer questions for the debates. You will turn in the debate questions sheet at the end of that class.
 * The __optional 'We Didn't Start the Fire' quiz__ will take place **during lunch on Thursday at 12:00 p.m. before DUSH class.** Students are not required to take it, but those who wish to must come to my room at that time.
 * The __"Words of Wisdom" Quotes of the Week reflection__ is due to your Google Docs folder by **Sunday at 2:00 p.m.** I highly recommend you complete it by then (aim for this Thursday) but it will not be considered late until after this time. This is NOT an optional assignment (also--it's Mr. Duncan's favorite assignment!).
 * An __optional__ but quite helpful (and, at the end, fun!) __review for the final__ will take place on **Monday June 3** **during the D block review time**. Students are highly encouraged to attend but are not required to do so.

**// WEDNESDAY MAY 15 //**

 * 1. DUSH Wed May 15 & Thu May 16 **
 * At the very beginning of class on ** Wed May 15 **, students should turn in their annotated bibliographies to the tray at the front of the room. It must be printed out and should be turned in next to your partner's bibliography.
 * Throughout class on **Wed May 15**, students should be preparing for the upcoming debate. Be sure to take another **__look at the rubric__**, description, and how to give a great speech documents. You should start outlining your speech if you have not already done so.
 * On **Thu May 16**, students should discuss with each other what your main points & supporting details will be AND what you anticipate the other side's main arguments will be. Students should finish their speech outline. At 2:30, students will go to various areas (outside the classroom is fine) with their debate partners (no one else) to practice their speech. After each practice speech, one partner will give the other feedback. Use that feedback to make your arguments more clear and your speech more polished and interesting. Be sure that your arguments/anecdotes/data complement each other w/o ineffective overlapping.
 * **Reminder #1** - Computers may NOT be used in any way during the opening statement (the opposing team can be taking notes using them though). Students may use cell phones during their speech to keep time if they so choose.
 * **Reminder #2** - Debates for DUSH start on Tuesday May 21. All groups need to be prepared to debate that day though only 3 of 5 debates will occur then. The order will be drawn at random that afternoon.
 * ** Reminder #3 ** - Remember that (a) you are trying to persuade the audience that your position is correct and (b) that you need to make your arguments crystal clear as the audience will know far less about your topic than you do. That may mean you have to define certain terms that are essential to understanding your argument.


 * 2. EUSH Wed May 15 **
 * Throughout class on **Wed May 15**, students should be preparing for the upcoming debate. Be sure to take another **__look at the rubric__**, description, and how to give a great speech documents. You should start outlining your speech if you have not already done so. S tudents should discuss with each other what your main points & supporting details will be AND what you anticipate the other side's main arguments will be. Students should finish their speech outline. At 9:05, students will go to various areas (outside the classroom is fine) with their debate partners (no one else) to practice their speech. After each practice speech, one partner will give the other feedback. Use that feedback to make your arguments more clear and your speech more polished and interesting. Be sure that your arguments/anecdotes/data complement each other w/o ineffective overlapping.
 * **Reminder #1** - Computers may NOT be used in any way during the opening statement (the opposing team can be taking notes using them though). Students may use cell phones during their speech to keep time if they so choose.
 * **Reminder #2** - Debates for EUSH start on Monday May 20. All groups need to be prepared to debate that day though only 3 of 5 debates will occur then. The order will be drawn at random that morning.
 * ** Reminder #3 ** - Remember that (a) you are trying to persuade the audience that your position is correct and (b) that you need to make your arguments crystal clear as the audience will know far less about your topic than you do. That may mean you have to define certain terms that are essential to understanding your argument.

**// WEDNESDAY MAY 8 //**

 * 1. Debate Info **
 * The list of topics for the Spring 2013 DUSH and EUSH debates have been posted here: Spring 2013 Current Issues Debates . Tonight, p lease look over your question and team's stance to make sure I have it written down correctly and so you will know exactly what you are supposed to be arguing. Any changes to topic (whether it is minor wording or a completely new topic) must be made by the beginning of class tomorrow.
 * People who missed yesterday (DUSH) or today (EUSH), be sure to have looked over the debate description and rubric documents before tomorrow's class. Come to class ready to ask any questions you may have.
 * The debates should be great! Research well, work with your teammate, and spend ample time preparing your speech.

**// WEDNESDAY MARCH 13 //**

 * 1. Wed March 13 class **
 * During class today, students may do one of two things:
 * (1) work on their objective test corrections
 * objective test corrections are due before class on Tue March 19
 * students may only work on the corrections during class
 * (2) work on the Civil Rights Key Places Map Activity
 * students should use information from their __textbooks__ to describe each place on the activity
 * they may use the __Internet__ to help them find the location for each
 * this is due on Tue March 19


 * 2. Fri March 15 class **


 * Here is what each class will do on Friday:
 * DUSH
 * Work on either objective test corrections or the Civil Rights Key Places Map Activity (both are due Tuesday)
 * EUSH
 * Start the class with the 'Blowin' in the Wind' and 'Abraham, Martin, and John' music projects. Mr. Wood will be in here during this part of class. A student will need to videorecord each music project for Mr. Duncan's viewing.
 * For the remainder of class, work on either objective test corrections or the Civil Rights Key Places Map Activity (both are due Tuesday)

**// MONDAY MARCH 4 //**
For Friday March 8 (DUSH) OR Tuesday March 12 (EUSH), complete the following journal entry:
 * 1. Research Paper Reflection/Journal **
 * ** Part A - ** Write 12 bullet points worth of corrections that could improve/fix your research paper. Be specific (e.g. use the specific example from your paper) and use a __variety__ of examples
 * ** Part B - ** Write a paragraph reflection where you discuss your paper's most significant strengths and areas where you could improve the most as a writer.

**// THURSDAY JANUARY 31 //**
Please see the email sent out today for information about turnitin.com and for turning in a copy of your old paper.
 * 1. Research Paper Information **

**// MONDAY JANUARY 7 //**
In order to provide more perspective on World War II and make the events of WWII come to life, KIS US History students WILL have the opportunity to watch a movie focusing on WWII to earn extra credit. Students who choose to do this can earn extra credit by following these steps:
 * 1. WWII Movie Extra Credit **

1. Watch one of the following movies: The Pianist, Saving Private Ryan, Schindler's List, or Swing Kids. **STUDENTS MUST NOT HAVE EVER SEEN THE MOVIE BEFORE IN ORDER TO EARN EXTRA CREDIT.**

2. Take a picture of yourself(ves) watching the movie and **email it to your teacher anytime** __**by Sunday January 13 at 10:30p.m**.__
 * __When you email this to your teacher, **the title of your email MUST be: “WWII Extra Credit Photo.”** If you do not title it properly or if you do not turn it in on time, you will not be allowed to complete the rest of the assignment for extra credit.__

3. On Monday January 14, students who followed the instructions will receive an email from the teacher that explains the assignment. The assignment will require students to answer questions (the answers will be a total of about 2 pages typed...additional research is neither required nor necessary) about the movie. Students who have completed all steps and have thoughtful responses will earn up to 7 bonus points on a 2nd semester test/project grade. The due dates for completing this reflection assignment are as follows:
 * DUSH: Tuesday January 15
 * EUSH: Thursday January 17


 * Please note: This extra credit assignment is completely optional**.

//** THURSDAY NOVEMBER 15 **//
 * 1. Class Instructions for Tue Nov 20**
 * **CLASS PART I - Unit 3 Essay Test**
 * **CLASS PART II - (DUSH only)**
 * After turning in the test, be sure to check the PowerSchool bulletin for today's announcements
 * **CLASS PART III - (Both classes)**
 * Working at your own desk (no collaboration while others are taking the test), start researching your objective for the 1920s-1930s Teaching Project.
 * Homework for next class: The group's Google Doc should be updated before next class with at least 3 helpful links and 7 basic facts about the objective from each member (i.e. If a group has 3 members, the Google Doc should have at least 9 links and 21 basic facts). Each group member should come to the next class with a good knowledge of his/her objective. For more information on how to name the Google Doc and more, see the 1920s & 1930s Project Page.


 * 2. Class Instructions for Wed Nov 21 (DUSH) and Thu Nov 22 (EUSH)**
 * **CLASS PART I - Objective Test Corrections**
 * Students will have more than half of the class (if necessary) to complete their objective test corrections. Instructions are the same as required for the// Unit 2 'Civil War & Industrialization' Test. //
 * **CLASS PART II - Group Lesson Planning**
 * Students will have a chance to meet with their groups to (a) share their knowledge of the objective and (b) to start working on their lesson plan
 * The lesson plans will be due at the end of Friday's class (not printed out...only updated on the group's Google Doc).
 * Lesson plan advice and more info about what to do is on the 1920s & 1930s Project Page.
 * DUSH--If you have any questions about your content and/or what to do, see if Mr. Wood is at his desk or not. If he is, you can go ask him questions. (You may find you need to learn more about your objective)
 * EUSH--Mr. Wood will come in to class to meet with each group to check for understanding.


 * 3. Class Instructions for Fri Nov 23**
 * **CLASS PART I - Group Lesson Planning**
 * Students will be in their groups the entire time working on lesson planning. The final version of the lesson plan should be updated on the Google Doc by the end of the period.
 * Students--be sure to take another look at the project description and rubric on the 1920s & 1930s Project Page.

//** WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 31 **//
 * 1. Class Instructions for Thu Nov 1 (DUSH) AND Fri Nov 2 (EUSH)**
 * **CLASS PART I - Objective Test Corrections**
 * Mr. Gardner will hand back your objective tests today. During class, you may complete test corrections in order to complete your score. Be sure to follow the instructions posted here: __**Test Correction Procedure - US History** __
 * Students must return their tests to Mr. Gardner before class is dismissed.
 * **CLASS PART II - Progressive Era Key Terms Quiz Corrections**
 * Students have the option (it is not required) of improving their key terms quiz score by 50% (example--a student who earned a 25/50 can get a 37.5/50). To do this, they must, on a separate sheet of paper, handwrite (1) the term and description for each one missed and (2) write a short summary sentence after the term and description. Here is an example for the 1st term from the quiz:
 * Muckrakers is the name for investigative journalists who wrote about corruption in business and politics, hoping to bring about reform. These 'reforming' investigative journalists were called muckrakers.
 * Students should staple their corrections to the back of their quizzes and hand this back in to Mr. Duncan by Friday November 16 in order to get credit.
 * Students may take their quizzes outside of class if they so desire.
 * **CLASS PART III - Progressive Era Newspaper Analysis**
 * After completing the test corrections, students should read one Progressive Era 'newspaper' and analyze it by answering the questions from the newspaper assignment. Hopefully students will sharpen their analytical skills and broaden their knowledge of the Progressive Era.
 * Students already have the required handout from Wednesday's class. Answers should be handwritten.
 * Students who do not complete this assignment in class should complete it as homework for Monday.

//** MONDAY SEPTEMBER 17 **//
 * **1. EUSH Typhoon Sanba Announcements**
 * Unfortunately EUSH was cancelled today due to Typhoon Sanba. More announcements will be made in class, but here is what you need to know:
 * Your class on Wednesday will be more fast-paced than Mr. Duncan would prefer, but it is necessary for us to get where we need to be by Friday and Tuesday.
 * There is no homework for Wednesday. (unless you have not already finished the map test corrections which were due today...turn the corrections in at the beginning of class on Wednesday)

//** FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 7 **//
 * **1. Thesis Feedback**
 * Mr. Duncan has given comments on all of the students who included their thesis statement Google Docs in their collections. However, many students did not put their thesis statement/outline/sources in their Google Docs collection. Be sure to put all Google Docs into your collection that has already been shared with the teacher.
 * There is a chance that Mr. Duncan will look at revisions to the Google Doc on Saturday and/or Sunday, but neither is guaranteed. Having said that, if you make revisions, check back to see if comments have been made.
 * **2. Naming Google Docs**
 * Students need to follow instructions on naming each Google Docs document used in class. The correct name for the last one was "your name Research Paper Thesis."
 * **3. Turnitin.com**
 * The research paper will be turned in on Wednesday in 2 different ways: (1) printed out ready to turn in at the beginning of class and (2) submitted online before class begins at @http://turnitin.com/. The research paper does not need to be included as a Google Doc. Students can do all of the writing/editing on Pages.
 * The turnitin.com submission only needs to be the body of the paper--cover page and bibliography are not necessary.
 * The class IDs are as follows:
 * DUSH: 5499009
 * EUSH: 5499014
 * The password for both classes is "whyfactor."
 * **4. Questia**
 * Questia is a great resource. It contains many online books that can count as your book for this project.

//** MONDAY AUGUST 27 (ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR TYPHOON DAY) **//
 * **1. Map Test**
 * The map test scheduled for Thursday August 30 still will take place on Thursday. Unfortunately, there will not be class time to do the map review game that was scheduled for Tuesday Aug 28.
 * **2. Mini Research Paper - Developing Research Questions**
 * The fall research paper is beginning!. Before Thursday, students should go to the Fall 2012 Mini Research Paper wiki page and read the description. After reading, each student should then spend time (30-45 minutes?) coming up with 2 possible research questions he/she would like to explore for the paper. The student does not have to print these out but they must be already typed and saved on his/her computer prior to the start of class. The teacher and students will narrow down the research questions in class on Thursday.
 * To see a collection of mostly quality research questions, see the Spring 2012 Research Paper link. A variety of questions may be asked...while definitely permitted, they do not have to focus on governments and wars.
 * Even though you have much work to do, enjoy your day off and stay safe!

**//TUESDAY AUGUST 14//**
 * **1. "Getting to Know You" Activity**
 * To help your teacher know you better as a person, [|fill out this survey]!
 * **2. Creating a Google Docs Collection**
 * Follow these instructions to set up your Google Docs Collection and Journal: [[file:Google Collection Instructions.pdf]]