December 2, 2014

6.2.12.C.5 Decolonization, the emergence of new independent nations, and competing ideologies changed the political landscape and national identities of those involved, and sometimes included military confrontations and violations of human rights.
6.2.12.C.5International migration and scientific and technological improvements in the second half of the 20th century resulted in an increasingly global economy and society that are challenged by limited natural resources.
6.2.12.C.5.d Determine the challenges faced by developing nations in their efforts to compete in a global economy.   

Objectives

6.3.12. G.1:  Analyze the transition from wartime alliances to new patterns of global conflict and cooperation, and the reconstruction of Europe and Asia, including:

§ The non-aligned nations during the Cold War as the voice of the Third World

6.3.12. G.2:  Apply historical analysis to explain global political, economic, and social changes in the 20^th century

Agenda/Assessment:
1. A Statistical look at Sub Saharan Africa
2. Project Reminders
3. Project Work

December 1, 2014

6.2.12.C.5 Decolonization, the emergence of new independent nations, and competing ideologies changed the political landscape and national identities of those involved, and sometimes included military confrontations and violations of human rights.
6.2.12.C.5International migration and scientific and technological improvements in the second half of the 20th century resulted in an increasingly global economy and society that are challenged by limited natural resources.
6.2.12.C.5.d Determine the challenges faced by developing nations in their efforts to compete in a global economy.                                                                                                                         

Objectives
1. Identify traditional cultural elements in Africa
2. Identify contemporary challenges to African development
3. Describe the impact of European colonization on development
4. Reflect on solutions to contemporary issues in Africa
AGENDA
1. Early History of Africa (Lecture)
2. Africa Project Introduction (Handout)
3. Sample Reflection
4. Student Considerations of Topic

November 25, 2014

OBJECTIVES:

6.3.12. G.1:  Analyze the transition from wartime alliances to new patterns of global conflict and cooperation, and the reconstruction of Europe and Asia, including:

§ The non-aligned nations during the Cold War as the voice of the Third World
AGENDA:
1. Introduction to Afghanistan in context of Cold War and War on Terror.
2. The Taliban
3. Critical Viewing: Declassified:  The Taliban

November 24, 2014

Objectives

6.3.12. G.1:  Analyze the transition from wartime alliances to new patterns of global conflict and cooperation, and the reconstruction of Europe and Asia, including:

§ The non-aligned nations during the Cold War as the voice of the Third World

6.3.12. G.2:  Apply historical analysis to explain global political, economic, and social changes in the 20^th century

AGENDA/Assessment:

1. Critical Viewing-Pakistan:  Globe Trekker
2. Points of Emphasis

November 20-21, 2014

Objectives

6.3.12. G.1:  Analyze the transition from wartime alliances to new patterns of global conflict and cooperation, and the reconstruction of Europe and Asia, including:

§ The non-aligned nations during the Cold War as the voice of the Third World

6.3.12. G.2:  Apply historical analysis to explain global political, economic, and social changes in the 20^th century

Agenda:
1. Lecture: India Points:
Hinduism:  Brahman, Samsara, Yoga, and Plato's Cave
2. Pakistan (Video)

November 18-19, 2014

Objectives

6.3.12. G.1:  Analyze the transition from wartime alliances to new patterns of global conflict and cooperation, and the reconstruction of Europe and Asia, including:

§ The non-aligned nations during the Cold War as the voice of the Third World

6.3.12. G.2:  Apply historical analysis to explain global political, economic, and social changes in the 20^th century

AGENDA/Assessment:

1. Students will work in pairs to develop a presentation on assigned topics related to India
2. Each pair will be assigned one computer for research and development
3. Requirements are outlined on the "Understanding South Asia Presentation" handout
4. Students are encouraged to expand the use of sources used.  For example, students may want to utilize separate sources for subtopics.
5. Presentations are scheduled for Wednesday (11/19) and Thursday (11/20)
6. Students have Monday (11/17) and Tuesday (11/18) to develop presentations

November 11-14, 2014

Objectives

6.3.12. G.1:  Analyze the transition from wartime alliances to new patterns of global conflict and cooperation, and the reconstruction of Europe and Asia, including:

§ The non-aligned nations during the Cold War as the voice of the Third World

6.3.12. G.2:  Apply historical analysis to explain global political, economic, and social changes in the 20^th century

BBC Links

1.    Country Profile:  http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/country_profiles/1154019.stm

2.    Timeline:  http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/country_profiles/1155813.stm

Agenda/Assessment:
 PARAGRAPH RESEARCH PAPER
1. Review India profile documents
2. Jot down about 15 or so items AFTER you review the packet that you find most INTERESTING
3. Review the points for common threads
4. Reduce your points to those common threads
5. Ask yourself:  "Why did I put these points down?"
6. Determine a focus, perspective, point of view... SOMETHING to develop a paragraph on based upon the answer to that question.
7. Draft a solid paragraph or two, using points where needed.
8. Must have one stat and one quote.
9. Use parenthetical citations for stats and quotes
10. Use Easybib to generate a PROPER  WC entry at the bottom.
*Meet with instructor (me) to review