March
31
March
25
Tuesday- March 25, 2014
Today we learned about the impact of communism in China. Please review the resources below.
Today’s standards:
SS7H3d Describe the impact of Communism in China in terms of Mao Zedong, the Great Leap Forward, the Cultural Revolution, and Tiananmen Square.
Communism & Modern China (Power Point)
Communism & Modern China (Graphic Organizer)
March
24
Monday- March 24, 2014
Today we learned how India and Vietnam gained their independence.
Standards:
SS7H3 The student will analyze continuity and change in Southern and Eastern Asia leading to the 21st century.
a. Describe how nationalism led to independence in India and Vietnam.
b. Describe the impact of Mohandas Gandhi’s belief in non-violent protest.
If you were absent please click on the resources below.
March
18
Religions of Southern and Eastern Asia
We will meet in the computer lab to begin learning about the human geography of Southern and Eastern Asia. We will begin by learning about the major religions that are practiced in the area.
SS7G12 The student will analyze the diverse cultures of the people who live in Southern and Eastern Asia.
b. Compare and contrast the prominent religions in Southern and Eastern Asia: Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Shintoism, and the philosophy of Confucianism.
Please use the links and resources below.
Asian Religions Graphic Organizer
http://www.worldreligions.ca/index.php/resources/overviews
http://www.uri.org/kids/world.htm
March
18
Tuesday- March 18, 2014
March
17
Monday- March 17, 2014
March
12
Test Friday
Reminder… we will take the African Government and Economics Test Friday. Please complete the attached Study Guide. Additonally use the resources below to prepare for the test.
Govt and Economics Study Guide
Governments of Africa and Asia
How Governments Determine Citizen Participation
Parliamentary and Presidential Democracies
March
12
Developing Your Human Capital (Task)
Standard
SS7E3 The student will describe factors that influence economic growth and examine their presence or absence in Nigeria and South Africa.
a. a. Explain the relationship between investment in human capital (education and training) and gross domestic product (GDP).
In this activity, you will take on the role of students who have graduated from high school and have been working and studying for approximately 10 years. During these 10 years, you have taken actions to develop your human capital. You are now qualified to apply for your “dream” job! You will write a resume for your prospective employer demonstrating that you have developed the necessary human capital to apply for your ideal job.
Follow these steps to write a resume applying for a job approximately 10 years from now.
Step 1: Identify your ideal job. Use the Occupational Outlook Handbook on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Web site to review the qualifications, education, and average salaries of occupations that interest you. Choose the ideal job you will apply for.
Step 2: Research your resume. Create the matrix below on a sheet of notebook paper. Research investments in human capital that you will need to make to qualify for your ideal (dream) job.
| aptitudes, interests, and aspirations (Skills and goals) | |
| education, licensing, and certification | |
| Work experience and on-the-job training | |
| effort and high standards | |
| Building a personal-professional network |
Step 3: Write a one-page resume. Review the resumes on Student Handout A to choose a suitable layout for your resume. On your resume, include an appropriate version of each of these headings:
• Objective/goal: State the ideal job you are applying for and how your work will benefit the company.
• Education: Identify specific schools of secondary and higher education you attended.
• Licensing and certification: Identify necessary licenses and certifications.
• Work experience and employment: Identify at least two specific jobs (and the companies you worked for) that helped train you for your ideal job. Use strong verbs to describe your accomplishments in these jobs. For example, “I created five new dessert items.”
• Skills and abilities: Describe your natural abilities, relevant interests, and skills you acquired through on-the-job training.
• Recognition and awards: List items that demonstrate your high standards and effort level.
• Affiliations: Identify how you have built your personal-professional network.
Step 4: Create a reference page. On a separate page, list the titles and contact information for at least
two references (one academic and one professional) that your prospective employer could contact to
learn more about your work and study habits.
We will meet in the computer lab Tuesday-Thursday. We will continue this activity after the CRCT. Use the resources below to complete the task.
Applying Economics Toolkit (Use this to help determine possible career paths based on your interests and aptitude).
March
10
Monday- March 10, 2014
Use the following vocabulary words to complete the K.I.M. chart. Please see attached example below. Assignment is due Wednesday!
Key Economic Terms
- Market Economy
- Traditional Economy
- Command Economy
- Entrepreneur
- Invest/Investment
- Human Capital
- Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
- Tariff
- Quota
- Embargo
- Profit
- Capital Goods/Resources
March
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