Unit 5 Assignment Sheet

Link to assignment sheet

Monday 10/30/17

Unit 4 LEQ!! Good luck everyone :)

Thursday/Friday 10/26/17-10/27/17

First, we will be discussing the merits of Andrew Jackson's presidency through small group discussion and debate. After that, we will prep for our first whole LEQ through discussion and some practice of skills.


Agenda (PPT)

Pro Se Court: Jackson, man of the people or tyrant?
Closure: #5
Practice: LEQ (See PPT for details)

Homework: Study for Unit 4 Exam (Monday), Unit 4 Pack (Please check to make sure this is correct!)

Tuesday/Wednesday 10/24/17-10/25/17

A few different things going on today. First we will finish our film and then get into our CH 12 quiz.

After that we will transition into our study of the Jackson presidency. I would ask you to access your Ch 10 notes for this activity and possibly add to them!



Agenda (PPT)

Finish: Amistad
Chapter 12 Quiz
Warm Up: #6
Quick Research: Jackson Presidency
NEXT CLASS
     Pro Se Court: Jackson, man of the people or tyrant?
     Closure: #5

Homework: Study for Unit 4 Exam (Monday)

Quick Links for Jackson: 

•Introductory Tasks

1.Research each of the links below (also available on the blog) and create your stance/questions based on this information.

1.Both Sides https://www.gilderlehrman.org/history-by-era/age-jackson/essays/andrew-jackson%E2%80%99s-shifting-legacy 

2.Both Sides http://www.trinityhistory.org/AmH/Jackson_legacy.pdf

3.Indian Removal (Primary Source) https://www.mtholyoke.edu/acad/intrel/andrew.htm

4.Both Sides http://www.trinityhistory.org/AmH/HoweTheAgesofJackson.pdf

5.Both Sides (Modern Perspective) http://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2015/06/andrew-jackson-twenty-dollar-united-states-great-118840?o=0

6.Favoring Jackson (Audio Files) http://www.npr.org/2009/02/03/99915988/examining-the-fiery-legacy-of-andrew-jackson

2.How does Jackson’s handling of each event reflect his beliefs on presidential power?

Monday 10/23/17

Watch Amistad

Wednesday/Thursday 1018/17-10/19/17

Today in class we will be taking our Chapter 11 Quiz and also starting the movie Amistad.  There are some great actors and the story is powerful and moving.  I hope you are ready for as much fun as I am!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate content knowledge on the changing social structures of the mid 1800s
2. View and analyze the film Amistad in order to gain historical perspective on the institution of slavery

Agenda:

1. Chapter 11 Quiz
2. View: Amistad
   1. Amistad Discussion Questions

Homework:

1. Chapter 12 Quiz on Monday!

Monday/Tuesday 10/16/17-10/17/17

Block 1 – DBQ Practice-The Market Revolution

Today in class we are going to discuss the DBQ Exam!  We will also be practicing a DBQ on the Market Revolution.  Don't forget that your research papers are due tonight!!!  I am looking forward to reading them!   Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Practice DBQ prompts with the use of HIPPO graphic organizers

Agenda:

1. Discuss: DBQ Rubric
2. Practice Market Revolution DBQ
3. Documents
4. Closure #4

Homework:

1. Chapter 11 Quiz on Wednesday
2. Return Amistad Permission Slip ONLY IF YOU CANNOT see the movie
3. First Research Paper due TONIGHT!
   1. Before 11:59pm
   2. To BOTH Google Classroom AND Turnitin.com