2011-12+World+Studies+8

Welcome to World Studies for 2011-12

 * World Studies Class Syllabus**

Today, your next project was introduced. You need to research a topic from the list provided to you and answer a series of questions in two different ways: Basic Research - Present your research on a presentation board or a power point Game - Create a board game that teaches others what you have learned about the signifi cance of this plant or animal in the development of wealth and power in the U.S. You must also include ideas related to Jared Diamond’s hypothesis that a nation’s power and wealth is determined largely by geography. Rubrics for Research and Game Projects We continued studying early man / civilization this week. We finished Chapter 1 (homework, in-class assignments including a skit) and moved on to explore how the Neolithic Revolution (Agriculture) helped change human civilization by viewing the documentary "Guns, Germs, and Steel" based on the book written by Jared Diamond. On the syllabus the homework for the weekend directed you to write an essay about the documentary film. Here is the prompt:
 * Research Project/Game**

//**As human civilization unfolded over time, there seemed to be a growing inequality among the people of the world. Using Jared Diamond's theory, how did geography play a key role in this development of enquality?**// Your essay should follow a 5 paragraph format using an introduction paragraph, three paragraph body, and a one paragraph conclusion.

Go to the World link to help you finish answering questions that we began in class. []

Here are the questions to answer

//Review and Bring the document to class tomorrow,//
 * Extra Credit: Download and print the following document - __//Viewing Guide to Guns, Germs, and Steel//__**

Today we began discussing the origins of early man and how humanity spread throughout the world. Please finish viewing the Power Point - Intro to Early Man and finish taking notes.

Objective: Discuss the purpose of government; Bell Ringer: Class Activity: Review Bell Ringer What are rights?; Make a list of Rights we should have.; Which rights, if any, seem most important? Why?

Here is the economics powerpoint presentation for your review. There will be a quiz on this information.



In class we reviewed the Five Themes of Geography. It is important for the student to understand how vital geography is when looking at historical and contemporary perspective. The Five Themes of Geography: Location Place Region Movement Human/Environment Interaction

Today we talked about different themes in World Studies. After reviewing them and thinking about our discussion about each one, log onto the discussion with the theme prop and rank the themes in importance explaining why you chose the one you think is most important. In addition, take the time and look at some of your peers' perspective and make a comment. This assignment should be complete by Sunday, September 11.

Geography Worksheet