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GlobalFriday April 17, 2026
TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the time after Charlemagne and the start of Feudalism KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Baptism, Canon Law, Excommunication, Tithe, Monasteries, Convents, Benedictine Rule, Benedict of Nursia, The Plague, The Black Death, Bubonic Plague, Knights, Code of Chivalry, Tales of King Arthur, Spanish Crusade, Spanish Inquisition, Reconquista IN CLASS: Students worked on the Middle Europe Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Ancient Monastery Discovered In Spain EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Summarize the dual purpose of the hilltop site as both a religious sanctuary and a military outpost on the Visigothic frontier. 2) Do you agree with researchers who argue that this monastery proves the Byzantine "Romanness" of the Iberian Peninsula survived much longer than previously thought? Justify your stance using evidence from the site. 3) Design a museum exhibit layout that uses the specific artifacts found (the armor, bronze weights, and ivory pyx) to tell the story of the Byzantine Empire's "iron curtain" in Spain. HOMEWORK: Study notes and complete the 4/17 Middle Ages Activity if you did not complete it in class Thursday April 16, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the time after Charlemagne and the start of Feudalism KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Feudalism, Fief, Lord, Manor, Vassals, Serfs, Knights, Monks, Nuns, Monastery, Convent, St. Benedict, Benedictine Rule, Chastity IN CLASS: Students worked on the Middle Ages Notes through the slide on the Monks, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Ancient Monastery Discovered In Spain EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Summarize the dual purpose of the hilltop site as both a religious sanctuary and a military outpost on the Visigothic frontier. 2) Do you agree with researchers who argue that this monastery proves the Byzantine "Romanness" of the Iberian Peninsula survived much longer than previously thought? Justify your stance using evidence from the site. 3) Design a museum exhibit layout that uses the specific artifacts found (the armor, bronze weights, and ivory pyx) to tell the story of the Byzantine Empire's "iron curtain" in Spain. HOMEWORK: Study notes and complete the 4/15 Middle Ages Activity if you did not complete it in class Wednesday April 15, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the time after Charlemagne and the start of Feudalism KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to activity IN CLASS: Students worked on the 4/15 Middle Ages Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Did the Pheonicians Influence Germanic Tribes? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, which Germanic deities are believed to have originated from the Carthaginian god Ba'al? 2) Analyze the relationship between the Carthaginians' linguistic influence (especially words related to government and war) and their cultural/political power over the Germanic people. 3) Imagine you are an ancient Germanic merchant trading with Carthaginians in a coastal outpost. Write a short narrative depicting how your language, religious practices, or writing might be changing due to this interaction. HOMEWORK: Study notes and complete the 4/15 Middle Ages Activity if you did not complete it in class Tuesday April 14, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss when the importance of Charlemagne KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Battle of Tours, Charlemagne, Pope Leo III, Holy Roman Empire, Missionaries IN CLASS: Students worked on the first section of Middle Ages Notes through the slides on Charlemagne, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Did the Pheonicians Influence Germanic Tribes? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, which Germanic deities are believed to have originated from the Carthaginian god Ba'al? 2) Analyze the relationship between the Carthaginians' linguistic influence (especially words related to government and war) and their cultural/political power over the Germanic people. 3) Imagine you are an ancient Germanic merchant trading with Carthaginians in a coastal outpost. Write a short narrative depicting how your language, religious practices, or writing might be changing due to this interaction. HOMEWORK: Study notes and complete any missing assignments Monday April 13, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss when the Middle Ages occurred and why it is no longer called the Dark Ages KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Middle Ages, Medieval Period, Dark Ages, Germanic Tribes, Franks, Clovis, Battle of Tours IN CLASS: Students worked on the first section of Middle Ages Notes through the slide on the Battle of Tours, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Did the Pheonicians Influence Germanic Tribes? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, which Germanic deities are believed to have originated from the Carthaginian god Ba'al? 2) Analyze the relationship between the Carthaginians' linguistic influence (especially words related to government and war) and their cultural/political power over the Germanic people. 3) Imagine you are an ancient Germanic merchant trading with Carthaginians in a coastal outpost. Write a short narrative depicting how your language, religious practices, or writing might be changing due to this interaction. HOMEWORK: Study notes and complete any missing assignments Friday March 27, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the Knights Templar KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Spear of Destiny, Crusades, Knights Templar, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Pilgrimage, Ark of the Covenant, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Dome of the Rock, Solomon's Temple IN CLASS: Students learned about the Knights Templar, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Retaliatory Strikes On Energy Targets In Middle East EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific Iranian energy facility did Israel strike that prompted retaliatory attacks on Qatar? 2)Contrast President Trump’s political timeline and domestic motivations for ending the war quickly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s strategic goals for the region. 3) Design a diplomatic de-escalation framework that Qatar or France could present to both the US and Iran to immediately halt tit-for-tat attacks on civilian energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf. HOMEWORK: HAVE A GREAT BREAK!!! Thursday March 26, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of the events leading to the dark ages KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Visigoths, Roman Catholic Church, Jesus Christ, Dark Ages, Franks, Byzantine Empire, Germanic IN CLASS: Students finished the Dark Ages Video Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Retaliatory Strikes On Energy Targets In Middle East EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific Iranian energy facility did Israel strike that prompted retaliatory attacks on Qatar? 2)Contrast President Trump’s political timeline and domestic motivations for ending the war quickly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s strategic goals for the region. 3) Design a diplomatic de-escalation framework that Qatar or France could present to both the US and Iran to immediately halt tit-for-tat attacks on civilian energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf. HOMEWORK: Finish Dark Ages Video Activity if you did not do so in class Wednesday March 25, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of the events leading to the dark ages KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Visigoths, Roman Catholic Church, Jesus Christ, Dark Ages, Franks, Byzantine Empire, Germanic IN CLASS: Students worked on the Dark Ages Video Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Retaliatory Strikes On Energy Targets In Middle East EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific Iranian energy facility did Israel strike that prompted retaliatory attacks on Qatar? 2)Contrast President Trump’s political timeline and domestic motivations for ending the war quickly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s strategic goals for the region. 3) Design a diplomatic de-escalation framework that Qatar or France could present to both the US and Iran to immediately halt tit-for-tat attacks on civilian energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf. HOMEWORK: Finish Feudal Europe Geography Activity if you did not do so in class Tuesday March 24, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of Medieval Europe Geography KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Europe, Africa, Black Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Aegean Sea, Balkin Peninsula, Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Holy Roman Empire, Turkey, England, Scotland, Ireland IN CLASS: Students completed the Feudal Europe Geography Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Retaliatory Strikes On Energy Targets In Middle East EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific Iranian energy facility did Israel strike that prompted retaliatory attacks on Qatar? 2)Contrast President Trump’s political timeline and domestic motivations for ending the war quickly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s strategic goals for the region. 3) Design a diplomatic de-escalation framework that Qatar or France could present to both the US and Iran to immediately halt tit-for-tat attacks on civilian energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf. HOMEWORK: Finish Feudal Europe Geography Activity if you did not do so in class Monday March 23, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of Medieval Europe KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Papal Bulls, Pope, Christianity, Feudalism, Excommunicate, Monks, Monastery, Religious Orders, Nunneries, Convents, Friars, Universities, Renaissance, Dominicans, Franciscans, St. Francis of Assisi, Charlegmagne, Franks, Nobles, Knights, Vassals, Lords, Serfs, Plague, Black Death, Magna Carta, Habeas Corpus, Parliament, Pilgraimage, Pope Urban III, Crusade, King Richard I, Saladin IN CLASS: Students completed the Feudal Europe Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Retaliatory Strikes On Energy Targets In Middle East EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific Iranian energy facility did Israel strike that prompted retaliatory attacks on Qatar? 2)Contrast President Trump’s political timeline and domestic motivations for ending the war quickly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s strategic goals for the region. 3) Design a diplomatic de-escalation framework that Qatar or France could present to both the US and Iran to immediately halt tit-for-tat attacks on civilian energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf. HOMEWORK: Finish Feudal Europe Activity if you did not do so in class Thursday/Friday March 19/20, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of Islam and its spread KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: Students completed the test, if you were not in class you will take it upon returning CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Retaliatory Strikes On Energy Targets In Middle East EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific Iranian energy facility did Israel strike that prompted retaliatory attacks on Qatar? 2)Contrast President Trump’s political timeline and domestic motivations for ending the war quickly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s strategic goals for the region. 3) Design a diplomatic de-escalation framework that Qatar or France could present to both the US and Iran to immediately halt tit-for-tat attacks on civilian energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf. HOMEWORK: Study Wednesday March 18, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of Islam and its spread KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: Students worked on the review for tomorrow's test, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Synagogue Attacked EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you summarize the main events that took place at Temple Israel according to the article? 2)What is the relationship between the suspect's recent personal trauma (losing family members in an overseas airstrike) and his decision to target a local synagogue? 3) Design a comprehensive community healing and outreach program that bridges the Jewish community in West Bloomfield and the Arab-American community in Dearborn Heights in the aftermath of this tragedy. HOMEWORK: Study/Complete reviews for Thursday's TEST Tuesday March 17, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of Islam vs. Christianity KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Muhammad, Quran, Islam, Muslim, Mecca, Medina, Saudi Arabia, Millet, Arab, Ottoman Empire, Madrasas, Fals, Qirat, Zakat, Five Pillars, Othman I, Anatolian Turks, Caliph, Mehmed II, Janissaries IN CLASS: Students worked on the Rise of Islam notes through the slide on the Five Pillars and finished the Spread of Islam Gallery Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Synagogue Attacked EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you summarize the main events that took place at Temple Israel according to the article? 2)What is the relationship between the suspect's recent personal trauma (losing family members in an overseas airstrike) and his decision to target a local synagogue? 3) Design a comprehensive community healing and outreach program that bridges the Jewish community in West Bloomfield and the Arab-American community in Dearborn Heights in the aftermath of this tragedy. HOMEWORK: Study for Thursday's TEST Thursday March 12, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics on the spread of Islam KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Muhammad, Quran, Islam, Muslim, Mecca, Medina, Saudi Arabia, Millet, Arab, Ottoman Empire, Madrasas, Dawah, Sufis, Arabic, Dinar, Dirham, Fals, Qirat, Zakat, Five Pillars, Shariah, Arabic Numerals, Astrolabe, Jabir Ibn Hayyan, Ibn Sina, Calligraphy IN CLASS: Students worked on the Rise of Islam notes through the slide on the Five Pillars and finished the Spread of Islam Gallery Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Synagogue Attacked EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you summarize the main events that took place at Temple Israel according to the article? 2)What is the relationship between the suspect's recent personal trauma (losing family members in an overseas airstrike) and his decision to target a local synagogue? 3) Design a comprehensive community healing and outreach program that bridges the Jewish community in West Bloomfield and the Arab-American community in Dearborn Heights in the aftermath of this tragedy. HOMEWORK: Complete Spread of Islam Activity (Due Today) Wednesday March 11, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics on the spread of Islam KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Muhammad, Quran, Islam, Muslim, Mecca, Medina, Saudi Arabia, Millet, Arab, Ottoman Empire, Madrasas, Dawah, Sufis, Arabic, Dinar, Dirham, Fals, Qirat, Zakat, Five Pillars, Shariah, Arabic Numerals, Astrolabe, Jabir Ibn Hayyan, Ibn Sina, Calligraphy IN CLASS: Students worked on the Spread of Islam Gallery Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Manchester City Condemns Booing Ramadan Break EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Who is the Manchester City manager that condemned the supporters for booing? 2) If you were the stadium announcer at a future football match, how would you address the crowd prior to a Ramadan break to ensure the pause is respected? 3) Design a pre-match awareness campaign for a football club to educate their fans about Ramadan and promote a culture of inclusivity inside the stadium. HOMEWORK: Complete Spread of Islam Activity (Due Tomorrow) Tuesday March 10, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of Islam KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Muhammad, Quran, Islam, Muslim, Mecca, Medina, Saudi Arabia IN CLASS: Students finished the Arabian Peninsula Geography notes and reading/activity and started the Rise of Islam Notes through the slide on Muhammad, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Manchester City Condemns Booing Ramadan Break EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Who is the Manchester City manager that condemned the supporters for booing? 2) If you were the stadium announcer at a future football match, how would you address the crowd prior to a Ramadan break to ensure the pause is respected? 3) Design a pre-match awareness campaign for a football club to educate their fans about Ramadan and promote a culture of inclusivity inside the stadium. HOMEWORK: Study Monday March 9, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the geography of the Middle East KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Islam, Muslim, Mecca, Medina, Arabian Peninsula, Rub al-Khali Desert, Nafud Desert, Syrian Desert, Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Israel, Jerusalem, Red Sea, Persian Gulf IN CLASS: Students worked on the Arabian Peninsula Geography notes and reading/activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Was A US Military Base Hit In Turkey? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Why does the US have a military base in Turkey and why is it unusual in that region? 2) If a similar video showing an attack on a foreign military base began circulating on social media today, what steps could a journalist or citizen take to verify its authenticity based on what happened in this scenario? 3) Assess the potential risks to NATO and the US if disinformation regarding an Iranian attack on a NATO country (like Turkey) is widely believed by the public before it can be debunked. HOMEWORK: Study Friday March 6, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to make some predictions about the rise of Islam in ancient history KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to activity IN CLASS: Students worked on the missing assignments and watched a documentary on Jerusalem's Holiest Sites, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Was A US Military Base Hit In Turkey? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Why does the US have a military base in Turkey and why is it unusual in that region? 2) If a similar video showing an attack on a foreign military base began circulating on social media today, what steps could a journalist or citizen take to verify its authenticity based on what happened in this scenario? 3) Assess the potential risks to NATO and the US if disinformation regarding an Iranian attack on a NATO country (like Turkey) is widely believed by the public before it can be debunked. HOMEWORK: Work on 3/4: Rise of Islam Assignment (Due Friday) Finish Geography Activity Thursday March 5, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to make some predictions about the rise of Islam in ancient history KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to activity IN CLASS: Students worked on the Middle East Geography Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Was A US Military Base Hit In Turkey? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Why does the US have a military base in Turkey and why is it unusual in that region? 2) If a similar video showing an attack on a foreign military base began circulating on social media today, what steps could a journalist or citizen take to verify its authenticity based on what happened in this scenario? 3) Assess the potential risks to NATO and the US if disinformation regarding an Iranian attack on a NATO country (like Turkey) is widely believed by the public before it can be debunked. HOMEWORK: Work on 3/4: Rise of Islam Assignment (Due Friday) Finish Geography Activity Wednesday March 4, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to make some predictions about the rise of Islam in ancient history KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to activity IN CLASS: Students worked on the Rise of Islam Investigation Activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Was A US Military Base Hit In Turkey? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Why does the US have a military base in Turkey and why is it unusual in that region? 2) If a similar video showing an attack on a foreign military base began circulating on social media today, what steps could a journalist or citizen take to verify its authenticity based on what happened in this scenario? 3) Assess the potential risks to NATO and the US if disinformation regarding an Iranian attack on a NATO country (like Turkey) is widely believed by the public before it can be debunked. HOMEWORK: Work on 3/4: Rise of Islam Assignment (Due Friday) Tuesday March 3, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss events related to the Byzantine Empire KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: Students played the Byzantine Game Projects, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Was A US Military Base Hit In Turkey? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Why does the US have a military base in Turkey and why is it unusual in that region? 2) If a similar video showing an attack on a foreign military base began circulating on social media today, what steps could a journalist or citizen take to verify its authenticity based on what happened in this scenario? 3) Assess the potential risks to NATO and the US if disinformation regarding an Iranian attack on a NATO country (like Turkey) is widely believed by the public before it can be debunked. HOMEWORK: Work on Byzantine Game Project (DUE NOW) Monday March 2, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss events related to the Byzantine Empire KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: Students worked on the Byzantine Game Project, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Was A US Military Base Hit In Turkey? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Why does the US have a military base in Turkey and why is it unusual in that region? 2) If a similar video showing an attack on a foreign military base began circulating on social media today, what steps could a journalist or citizen take to verify its authenticity based on what happened in this scenario? 3) Assess the potential risks to NATO and the US if disinformation regarding an Iranian attack on a NATO country (like Turkey) is widely believed by the public before it can be debunked. HOMEWORK: Work on Byzantine Game Project (Due today) Friday February 27, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss events related to the Byzantine Empire KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: Students worked on the Byzantine Game Project, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Why Won't The Pope Visit The Hagia Sophia? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, what is the current religious status of Hagia Sophia, and when did this change occur? 2) How does the concept of "inter-religious dialogue" apply to the Pope’s decision to exclude Hagia Sophia from his itinerary? 3) Write a brief speech the Pope might give at the 1700th-anniversary celebration in Nicaea that addresses both the shared past and the divided present of the Church. HOMEWORK: Work on Byzantine Game Project (Due Monday) |
APHGFriday April 17, 2026
TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the the where and why of Agriculture KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We took the unit exam, if you were not in class you will take it upon returning. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is the Iran War destroying American Farmers? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How much did the prices of key agricultural inputs, such as urea and anhydrous ammonia, increase following the onset of the conflict? 2) Demonstrate how the government could use the Defense Production Act to temporarily alleviate the domestic fertilizer shortage. 3) Evaluate the effectiveness of proposed government interventions, such as dropping tariffs on imported fertilizer from Russia and Morocco, in solving the immediate crisis for farmers. HOMEWORK: Complete Practice Exam #2 over the weekend REVIEW FOR FINAL Thursday April 16, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the the where and why of Agriculture KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We worked on review, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is the orange industry disappearing from Florida? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many boxes of oranges did Florida produce 30 years ago, and what is the U.S. Agriculture Department's forecast for this year? 2) Based on Steve Crump’s experience, how might a fruit farmer in a different region experiencing a localized crop disease alter their business model to ensure survival (e.g., direct-to-consumer sales or crop diversification)? 3) Create an outline for a documentary that explores the decline of the Florida citrus industry, using Steve Crump’s farm, the rusted fruit loader trucks, and his grandchildren as narrative framing devices. HOMEWORK: Work on Vocab quiz for Ch 10 Test Friday REVIEW FOR FINAL Wednesday April 15, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the Green Revolution KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Desertification, Salinization, Desalinization, Dr. Norman Borlaug, Green Revolution, Miracle Rice, Hybrid Rice, Food Desert IN CLASS: We finished the notes, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is the orange industry disappearing from Florida? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many boxes of oranges did Florida produce 30 years ago, and what is the U.S. Agriculture Department's forecast for this year? 2) Based on Steve Crump’s experience, how might a fruit farmer in a different region experiencing a localized crop disease alter their business model to ensure survival (e.g., direct-to-consumer sales or crop diversification)? 3) Create an outline for a documentary that explores the decline of the Florida citrus industry, using Steve Crump’s farm, the rusted fruit loader trucks, and his grandchildren as narrative framing devices. HOMEWORK: Work on Vocab and Q and A for Ch 10 Test on Thursday and Friday REVIEW FOR FINAL Tuesday April 14, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the difficulties farmers face KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Von Thunen Model, Intensive Ag, Extensive Ag, Sustainable Ag, Boserup's Theory, Malthusian Catastrophe, Desertification, Salinization, Desalinization IN CLASS: We worked on the notes through the slide on excessive watering, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is the orange industry disappearing from Florida? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many boxes of oranges did Florida produce 30 years ago, and what is the U.S. Agriculture Department's forecast for this year? 2) Based on Steve Crump’s experience, how might a fruit farmer in a different region experiencing a localized crop disease alter their business model to ensure survival (e.g., direct-to-consumer sales or crop diversification)? 3) Create an outline for a documentary that explores the decline of the Florida citrus industry, using Steve Crump’s farm, the rusted fruit loader trucks, and his grandchildren as narrative framing devices. HOMEWORK: Work on Vocab and Q and A for Ch 10 Test on Thursday and Friday REVIEW FOR FINAL Monday April 13, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss how Plantation farming is different than other types of Commercial farming KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Commercial Gardening and Fruit Farming, Truck Farming, Perishability, Plantation Agriculture, Subsidies, Von Thunen Model IN CLASS: We worked on the notes through the slide on the Von Thunen Model, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is the orange industry disappearing from Florida? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many boxes of oranges did Florida produce 30 years ago, and what is the U.S. Agriculture Department's forecast for this year? 2) Based on Steve Crump’s experience, how might a fruit farmer in a different region experiencing a localized crop disease alter their business model to ensure survival (e.g., direct-to-consumer sales or crop diversification)? 3) Create an outline for a documentary that explores the decline of the Florida citrus industry, using Steve Crump’s farm, the rusted fruit loader trucks, and his grandchildren as narrative framing devices. HOMEWORK: Work on Vocab and Q and A for Ch 10 Test on Thursday and Friday REVIEW FOR FINAL Friday March 27, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the types of Agriculture in MDCs KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Ranching, Code Of The West, Chisholm Trail, Range Wars, Fixed Location Ranching, Pampas Region, Mediterranean Agriculture IN CLASS: We worked on the notes through the slide on the Progression of Cattle Ranching, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Economic Impact of US Agriculture EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many jobs does the U.S. food and agriculture sector support nationwide? 2) Given the report notes a recent drop in exports, what practical steps could policymakers apply to prevent further decline? 3) Do the statistics provided in the article (such as $3 trillion in wages and 48.7 million jobs) sufficiently justify the claim that the U.S. agriculture industry is an "economic powerhouse"? Why or why not? HOMEWORK: HAVE A GREAT BREAK!!! Work on Vocab and Q and A for Ch 10 REVIEW FOR FINAL Thursday March 26, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the types of Agriculture in MDCs KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Mixed Crop and Livestock, Dairy Farming, Von Thunen Model, Grain Farming, Crop Rotation, Ranching, Corn Belt, Milkshed, Cereal Grain, Grain, Combine IN CLASS: We worked on the notes through the slide on the Reaper/Combine, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Economic Impact of US Agriculture EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many jobs does the U.S. food and agriculture sector support nationwide? 2) Given the report notes a recent drop in exports, what practical steps could policymakers apply to prevent further decline? 3) Do the statistics provided in the article (such as $3 trillion in wages and 48.7 million jobs) sufficiently justify the claim that the U.S. agriculture industry is an "economic powerhouse"? Why or why not? HOMEWORK: Work on Vocab and Q and A for Ch 10 REVIEW FOR FINAL Wednesday March 25, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the types of Agriculture in LDCs KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Shifting Cultivation, Pastoral Nomadism, Intensive Subsistence, Wet Rice Dominant, Wet Rice Not Dominant, Transhumance, Double Cropping, IN CLASS: We worked on the notes through the slide on Crop Rotation, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Economic Impact of US Agriculture EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many jobs does the U.S. food and agriculture sector support nationwide? 2) Given the report notes a recent drop in exports, what practical steps could policymakers apply to prevent further decline? 3) Do the statistics provided in the article (such as $3 trillion in wages and 48.7 million jobs) sufficiently justify the claim that the U.S. agriculture industry is an "economic powerhouse"? Why or why not? HOMEWORK: Work on Vocab and Q and A for Ch 10 Tuesday March 24, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the two types of Agriculture KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Subsistence Agriculture, Commercial Agriculture, Agribusiness, Prime Agricultural Land, Extensive Agriculture, Shifting Cultivation, Pastoral Nomadism, Intensive Subsistence, Wet Rice Dominant, Wet Rice Not Dominant IN CLASS: We worked on the notes through the slide on Shifting Cultivation, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Economic Impact of US Agriculture EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many jobs does the U.S. food and agriculture sector support nationwide? 2) Given the report notes a recent drop in exports, what practical steps could policymakers apply to prevent further decline? 3) Do the statistics provided in the article (such as $3 trillion in wages and 48.7 million jobs) sufficiently justify the claim that the U.S. agriculture industry is an "economic powerhouse"? Why or why not? HOMEWORK: Read Ch 10 Monday March 23, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the definition of Agriculture KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Agriculture, Cultivate, Crop, Vegetative Planting, Seed Agriculture IN CLASS: We worked on the first 11 slides of the Agriculture notes, if you were not in class it can be found on feedyourbrains. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Economic Impact of US Agriculture EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How many jobs does the U.S. food and agriculture sector support nationwide? 2) Given the report notes a recent drop in exports, what practical steps could policymakers apply to prevent further decline? 3) Do the statistics provided in the article (such as $3 trillion in wages and 48.7 million jobs) sufficiently justify the claim that the U.S. agriculture industry is an "economic powerhouse"? Why or why not? HOMEWORK: Read Ch 10 Thursday/Friday March 19/20, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the where and why of Urban Planning KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We completed the test in class, if you were not in class you will take it upon returning. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Edge Cities In China EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Which tall building anchors the Suzhou Center edge city and is known locally as the “giant underpants”? 2) Based on Suzhou's use of high-speed rail to connect its core to Shanghai, how might another large metropolitan area implement a similar system to boost economic growth in its peripheral cities? 3) Design a proposal for a third, hypothetical edge city in the Suzhou municipality. What specific industries would it target, what would be its architectural anchor, and how would it connect to the existing rail transit grid? HOMEWORK: Read Ch 10 Wednesday March 18, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the where and why of Urban Planning KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We worked on chapter review today, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Edge Cities In China EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Which tall building anchors the Suzhou Center edge city and is known locally as the “giant underpants”? 2) Based on Suzhou's use of high-speed rail to connect its core to Shanghai, how might another large metropolitan area implement a similar system to boost economic growth in its peripheral cities? 3) Design a proposal for a third, hypothetical edge city in the Suzhou municipality. What specific industries would it target, what would be its architectural anchor, and how would it connect to the existing rail transit grid? HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 and work on Q and A (due Thursday), complete the take-home quiz TEST THURSDAY Tuesday March 17, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe the distinctive problems inner cities have KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Suburban, Counterurbanization, Peripheral Model, Spoke/Wagon Wheel Model, Density Gradient, Interstate Highway System, Suburban Segregation, Beltway, Greenbelt IN CLASS: We finished the slides, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Edge Cities In China EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Which tall building anchors the Suzhou Center edge city and is known locally as the “giant underpants”? 2) Based on Suzhou's use of high-speed rail to connect its core to Shanghai, how might another large metropolitan area implement a similar system to boost economic growth in its peripheral cities? 3) Design a proposal for a third, hypothetical edge city in the Suzhou municipality. What specific industries would it target, what would be its architectural anchor, and how would it connect to the existing rail transit grid? HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 and work on Q and A (due Thursday) TEST THURSDAY Thursday March 12, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe the distinctive problems inner cities have KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Latin American City Model, Spine, Favela, Filtering, Redlining, Food Desert IN CLASS: We worked slides of the Urban Pattern Notes up through the Annexation Slide, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 and finish Vocab assignment (due Friday) and work on Q and A (due next Thursday) Wednesday March 11, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe the distinctive problems inner cities have KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Latin American City Model, Spine, Favela, Filtering, Redlining, Food Desert IN CLASS: We worked slides of the Urban Pattern Notes up through the Annexation Slide, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 and finish Vocab assignment (due Friday) Tuesday March 10, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe the distinctive problems inner cities have KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Latin American City Model, Spine, Favela, Filtering, Redlining, Food Desert IN CLASS: We worked slides of the Urban Pattern Notes up through the Urban Renewal Slide, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 and finish Vocab assignment (due Friday) Monday March 9, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe the different ways to describe a city KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Concentric Zone Model, Zone of Transition, Multiple Nuclei Model, Sector Model, Zocalo IN CLASS: We worked slides of the Urban Pattern Notes up through the Latin American City Model Slide, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 Friday March 6, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe the different ways to describe a city KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Large Cities, Rural, Urban, Homogeneity, Heterogeneity, Central City, Metropolitan Statistical Area, Urbanized Area, Continuously Built-Up Area, Concentric Zone Model, Bos-Wash Corridor, Megalopolis IN CLASS: We worked slides of the Urban Pattern Notes up through the Concentric Zone Model Slide, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 Thursday March 5, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe urbanization around the world KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Edge Cities, Urbanization, Urban Sprawl, Counterurbanization IN CLASS: We worked on the first five slide of the Urban Pattern Notes, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 Wednesday March 4, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to understand the Development of Countries KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We completed the development chapter test. CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Read Ch 13 Tuesday March 3, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to understand the Development of Countries KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We worked on the development chapter review labeled 3/3 , if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Work on Review and Quiz (due Wednesday) TEST WEDNESDAY Monday March 2, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to understand the limitations LDCs have when trying to develop KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Rostow's Modernization Model, World Trade Organization, Infrastructure, World Bank, International Monetary Fund, Structural Adjustment Programs, Privatization IN CLASS: We worked on the development chapter through the additional vocab slide, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: World Bank Pledges To Invest In Mozambique EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) How would you summarize the primary goal of the World Bank's financing strategy in Mozambique? 2) What is the relationship between Mozambique's recurring climate shocks (like cyclones and floods) and its current economic challenges outlined by the IMF? 3) Imagine you are a journalist interviewing Finance Minister Carla Louveira. Write three follow-up questions you would ask her about how the government plans to balance economic recovery with the recurring climate shocks. HOMEWORK: Work on Review and Quiz (due Wednesday) TEST WEDNESDAY Friday February 27, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to understand the pros/cons of the Self-Sufficiency Model vs. Free Trade Approach KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Free Trade Approach (International Trade), Self-Sufficiency Approach (Protectionism), Dependency Theory, Wallerstein's World Systems Analysis, Core, Semi-Periphery, Periphery, Rostow's Modernization Model IN CLASS: We worked on the development chapter through the slide on Rostow's Model, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Does Canada Need A Strong Post-Secondary Economy? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the author, what are the three main "ingredients" for Canada's economic transformation? 2) What does the author mean when she says governments are "standing on the sidelines" while higher education is eroded? 3) Evaluate the author’s claim that a "weakened public post-secondary sector is a risk we cannot afford." Which evidence from the text most strongly supports this? HOMEWORK: Complete Q and A (Due Thursday) |
PSYCHFriday April 17, 2026
TARGET: Students should be able to describe some disorders within the DSM-V KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: See activity IN CLASS: We presented our DSM Disorder Project, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: The Roadmap For The New DSM EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, what are the four domains proposed for the new diagnostic model? 2) If a patient presents with moderate symptoms but doesn't meet the full "5 out of 7" diagnostic criteria, how would their assessment differ using the proposed new DSM model versus the traditional DSM-5 model? 3) Design a hypothetical patient intake form (template) that reflects the proposed four domains of the new DSM: contextual factors, biomarkers, diagnoses, and transdiagnostic features. HOMEWORK: Complete Disorder Project for presentation Thursday April 16, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss a specific disorder within the DSM KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: DSM-V, American Psychological Association, International Classification of Diseases, World Health Organization IN CLASS: We worked on our DSM Disorder Project, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: The Roadmap For The New DSM EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, what are the four domains proposed for the new diagnostic model? 2) If a patient presents with moderate symptoms but doesn't meet the full "5 out of 7" diagnostic criteria, how would their assessment differ using the proposed new DSM model versus the traditional DSM-5 model? 3) Design a hypothetical patient intake form (template) that reflects the proposed four domains of the new DSM: contextual factors, biomarkers, diagnoses, and transdiagnostic features. HOMEWORK: Complete Disorder Project for tomorrow's presentation Wednesday April 15, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the DSM KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: DSM-V, American Psychological Association, International Classification of Diseases, World Health Organization IN CLASS: We started the notes on Abnormal Psychology and finished on the slide on the DSM-V, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: The Roadmap For The New DSM EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, what are the four domains proposed for the new diagnostic model? 2) If a patient presents with moderate symptoms but doesn't meet the full "5 out of 7" diagnostic criteria, how would their assessment differ using the proposed new DSM model versus the traditional DSM-5 model? 3) Design a hypothetical patient intake form (template) that reflects the proposed four domains of the new DSM: contextual factors, biomarkers, diagnoses, and transdiagnostic features. HOMEWORK: Read Chapter 14-Psychological Disorders Tuesday April 14, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss how we determine what is a disorder KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Normal, Abnormal, Atypical, Distressful, Dangerous, Maladaptive, Dysfunctional, DSM-V, Trephining IN CLASS: We started the notes on Abnormal Psychology and finished on the slide on the DSM-V, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: The Roadmap For The New DSM EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, what are the four domains proposed for the new diagnostic model? 2) If a patient presents with moderate symptoms but doesn't meet the full "5 out of 7" diagnostic criteria, how would their assessment differ using the proposed new DSM model versus the traditional DSM-5 model? 3) Design a hypothetical patient intake form (template) that reflects the proposed four domains of the new DSM: contextual factors, biomarkers, diagnoses, and transdiagnostic features. HOMEWORK: Read Chapter 14-Psychological Disorders Monday April 13, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss "What is Normal?" KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Normal, Abnormal, Weird IN CLASS: We started the notes on Abnormal Psychology, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: The Roadmap For The New DSM EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) According to the article, what are the four domains proposed for the new diagnostic model? 2) If a patient presents with moderate symptoms but doesn't meet the full "5 out of 7" diagnostic criteria, how would their assessment differ using the proposed new DSM model versus the traditional DSM-5 model? 3) Design a hypothetical patient intake form (template) that reflects the proposed four domains of the new DSM: contextual factors, biomarkers, diagnoses, and transdiagnostic features. HOMEWORK: Read Chapter 14-Psychological Disorders Friday March 27, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss Group Think KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Group Think, Challenger Disaster, 9/11, COVID IN CLASS: We did an experiment on Group Think, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Prison Reformers Want More Accountability EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific events, such as in-custody deaths or corrections officer strikes, prompted the immediate demand for this prison reform legislation? 2) How do the proposed reforms balance the demand for increased independent oversight with the complex, day-to-day operational challenges faced by DOCCS? 3) Design a comprehensive, week-long training module for new correctional officers that integrates the new body-camera mandates, de-escalation tactics, and new compliance rules introduced by the reform. HOMEWORK: HAVE A GREAT BREAK!!! Thursday March 26, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the bystander apathy KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Bystander Apathy, Diffusion of Responsibility, Kitty Genovese IN CLASS: We took notes, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Prison Reformers Want More Accountability EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific events, such as in-custody deaths or corrections officer strikes, prompted the immediate demand for this prison reform legislation? 2) How do the proposed reforms balance the demand for increased independent oversight with the complex, day-to-day operational challenges faced by DOCCS? 3) Design a comprehensive, week-long training module for new correctional officers that integrates the new body-camera mandates, de-escalation tactics, and new compliance rules introduced by the reform. HOMEWORK: Review Notes Wednesday March 25, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of Conformity and how to influence people KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Asch, Conformity, Foot in the Door, Door in the Face IN CLASS: We reviewed notes, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Prison Reformers Want More Accountability EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific events, such as in-custody deaths or corrections officer strikes, prompted the immediate demand for this prison reform legislation? 2) How do the proposed reforms balance the demand for increased independent oversight with the complex, day-to-day operational challenges faced by DOCCS? 3) Design a comprehensive, week-long training module for new correctional officers that integrates the new body-camera mandates, de-escalation tactics, and new compliance rules introduced by the reform. HOMEWORK: Review Notes Wednesday March 25, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of the Stanford Prison Experiment KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Stanford Prison Experiment, Phillip Zimbardo IN CLASS: We watched Quiet Rage: The Stanford Prison Experiment, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Prison Reformers Want More Accountability EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific events, such as in-custody deaths or corrections officer strikes, prompted the immediate demand for this prison reform legislation? 2) How do the proposed reforms balance the demand for increased independent oversight with the complex, day-to-day operational challenges faced by DOCCS? 3) Design a comprehensive, week-long training module for new correctional officers that integrates the new body-camera mandates, de-escalation tactics, and new compliance rules introduced by the reform. HOMEWORK: Review Notes Tuesday March 24, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of the Stanford Prison Experiment KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Stanford Prison Experiment, Phillip Zimbardo IN CLASS: We watched Quiet Rage: The Stanford Prison Experiment, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Prison Reformers Want More Accountability EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific events, such as in-custody deaths or corrections officer strikes, prompted the immediate demand for this prison reform legislation? 2) How do the proposed reforms balance the demand for increased independent oversight with the complex, day-to-day operational challenges faced by DOCCS? 3) Design a comprehensive, week-long training module for new correctional officers that integrates the new body-camera mandates, de-escalation tactics, and new compliance rules introduced by the reform. HOMEWORK: Review Notes Monday March 23, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of the Stanford Prison Experiment KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Stanford Prison Experiment, Phillip Zimbardo IN CLASS: We watched Quiet Rage: The Stanford Prison Experiment, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Prison Reformers Want More Accountability EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What specific events, such as in-custody deaths or corrections officer strikes, prompted the immediate demand for this prison reform legislation? 2) How do the proposed reforms balance the demand for increased independent oversight with the complex, day-to-day operational challenges faced by DOCCS? 3) Design a comprehensive, week-long training module for new correctional officers that integrates the new body-camera mandates, de-escalation tactics, and new compliance rules introduced by the reform. HOMEWORK: Review Notes Thursday/Friday March 19/20, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of social psychology KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We completed the test, if you were not in class you will take it upon returning CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Does Implicit Racism Impact Education? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you list three ways implicit bias is shown to affect educators' interactions with students? 2) If a school district recognizes implicit bias in its disciplinary data, what specific steps from the framework could administrators implement to change those outcomes? 3) Formulate a community partnership plan that connects schools with local organizations to create an inclusive environment that actively counteracts racial biases in education and healthcare. HOMEWORK: Review Notes Wednesday March 18, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to discuss the basics of social psychology KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We worked on the review for tomorrow's test, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Does Implicit Racism Impact Education? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you list three ways implicit bias is shown to affect educators' interactions with students? 2) If a school district recognizes implicit bias in its disciplinary data, what specific steps from the framework could administrators implement to change those outcomes? 3) Formulate a community partnership plan that connects schools with local organizations to create an inclusive environment that actively counteracts racial biases in education and healthcare. HOMEWORK: Review Notes, Study for Thursday's Test Tuesday March 17, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe studies on how to overcome prejudice KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: misattribution error, attribution bias, actor-observer bias IN CLASS: We completed the slides on attribution errors, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Does Implicit Racism Impact Education? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you list three ways implicit bias is shown to affect educators' interactions with students? 2) If a school district recognizes implicit bias in its disciplinary data, what specific steps from the framework could administrators implement to change those outcomes? 3) Formulate a community partnership plan that connects schools with local organizations to create an inclusive environment that actively counteracts racial biases in education and healthcare. HOMEWORK: Review Notes, Complete Group Activity Thursday March 13, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe how Racism impacts us all KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Aversive Racism IN CLASS: We completed the implicit racism notes, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Does Implicit Racism Impact Education? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you list three ways implicit bias is shown to affect educators' interactions with students? 2) If a school district recognizes implicit bias in its disciplinary data, what specific steps from the framework could administrators implement to change those outcomes? 3) Formulate a community partnership plan that connects schools with local organizations to create an inclusive environment that actively counteracts racial biases in education and healthcare. HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) Wednesday March 11, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe how Racism impacts us all KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Aversive Racism IN CLASS: We completed the first few slides of notes, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Does Implicit Racism Impact Education? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you list three ways implicit bias is shown to affect educators' interactions with students? 2) If a school district recognizes implicit bias in its disciplinary data, what specific steps from the framework could administrators implement to change those outcomes? 3) Formulate a community partnership plan that connects schools with local organizations to create an inclusive environment that actively counteracts racial biases in education and healthcare. HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) Tuesday March 10, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe how Racism impacts us all KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Aversive Racism IN CLASS: We completed the first few slides of notes, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Does Implicit Racism Impact Education? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Can you list three ways implicit bias is shown to affect educators' interactions with students? 2) If a school district recognizes implicit bias in its disciplinary data, what specific steps from the framework could administrators implement to change those outcomes? 3) Formulate a community partnership plan that connects schools with local organizations to create an inclusive environment that actively counteracts racial biases in education and healthcare. HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) Monday March 9, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe some issues humans have with social interactions KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Social Perception, Social Cognition, First Impression, Primacy Effect IN CLASS: We completed the first few slides of notes, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is Play Necessary For Child Development? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What were the three types of play stations offered to the children during the 30-minute free-play session? 2) How might a parent use the findings about 3-year-olds losing interest more quickly to better organize playdates at home? 3) Do you agree with Dr. Józefacka's conclusion that preschools need a better balance between educational activities and self-directed play? Why or why not, based on the evidence provided? HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) Friday March 6, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe some issues humans have with social interactions KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to activity IN CLASS: We watched a video on Social Psychology, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is Play Necessary For Child Development? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What were the three types of play stations offered to the children during the 30-minute free-play session? 2) How might a parent use the findings about 3-year-olds losing interest more quickly to better organize playdates at home? 3) Do you agree with Dr. Józefacka's conclusion that preschools need a better balance between educational activities and self-directed play? Why or why not, based on the evidence provided? HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity Thursday March 5, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe different theories on child development KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: refer to previous updates IN CLASS: We completed the test, if you were not in class it you will take it tomorrow CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is Play Necessary For Child Development? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What were the three types of play stations offered to the children during the 30-minute free-play session? 2) How might a parent use the findings about 3-year-olds losing interest more quickly to better organize playdates at home? 3) Do you agree with Dr. Józefacka's conclusion that preschools need a better balance between educational activities and self-directed play? Why or why not, based on the evidence provided? HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) Test Tomorrow Wednesday March 4, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to describe imprinting KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Konrad Lorenz, Imprinting IN CLASS: We finished the notes, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is Play Necessary For Child Development? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What were the three types of play stations offered to the children during the 30-minute free-play session? 2) How might a parent use the findings about 3-year-olds losing interest more quickly to better organize playdates at home? 3) Do you agree with Dr. Józefacka's conclusion that preschools need a better balance between educational activities and self-directed play? Why or why not, based on the evidence provided? HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) Test Tomorrow Tuesday March 3, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to apply their knowledge of developmental theories KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Kohlberg's Moral Reasoning, Gilligan's Stages of Moral Development, Vigotsky's Zones of Proximal Development, Harlow's Monkeys IN CLASS: We worked on the child development activity, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is Play Necessary For Child Development? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What were the three types of play stations offered to the children during the 30-minute free-play session? 2) How might a parent use the findings about 3-year-olds losing interest more quickly to better organize playdates at home? 3) Do you agree with Dr. Józefacka's conclusion that preschools need a better balance between educational activities and self-directed play? Why or why not, based on the evidence provided? HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) Monday March 2, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to understand other types of development theories KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Kohlberg's Moral Reasoning, Gilligan's Stages of Moral Development, Vigotsky's Zones of Proximal Development, Harlow's Monkeys IN CLASS: We worked on the child development notes up through the slide on Formal Operations, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: Is Play Necessary For Child Development? EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) What were the three types of play stations offered to the children during the 30-minute free-play session? 2) How might a parent use the findings about 3-year-olds losing interest more quickly to better organize playdates at home? 3) Do you agree with Dr. Józefacka's conclusion that preschools need a better balance between educational activities and self-directed play? Why or why not, based on the evidence provided? HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) Friday February 27, 2026 TARGET: Students should be able to understand Piaget's Development Theory KEY TERMS/PEOPLE: Sensorimotor Stage, Preoperational Stage, Concrete State, Formal Operations IN CLASS: We worked on the child development notes up through the slide on Formal Operations, if you were not in class it can be found on Google Classroom CURRENT RELATED NEWS: FDA Fast Tracks Gene Therapy EXTENSION QUESTIONS: 1) Which specific types of technologies does this new draft guidance primarily focus on? 2) If a pharmaceutical company develops a CRISPR therapy for a disease that affects only 10 people globally, how would they apply this new guidance to seek approval? 3) Critically assess the FDA’s power to withdraw a drug if post-market studies fail. How effective is this "safety net" for patients who have already received a permanent gene-editing treatment? HOMEWORK: Work on Child Development Activity (Due Friday) |
