Monday, February 11, 2013

February 11

4th Marking Period - Week 3
Monday

Homework
STUDY 4-Door Foldable - Structure of the USA government.  Explore the Overtime Ideas to the right.

CNN Student News
  • Watch the show
  • Answer the questions
  • Hand Up, Pair Up interview and discuss
  • Classroom Stand and Be a Star sharing
CNN Student News) -- February 11, 2013
  1. What is the best role for the news media during a natural disaster? What should the news media take care to avoid?
  2. According to the program: What was the impact of a blizzard that struck the Northeast over the weekend? What did various officials say about this snowstorm? How are weather forecasts valuable in preparing for a storm?
  3. What are some sources of carbon monoxide? What are the dangers of inhaling this gas?
  4. What is the purpose of New York's Fashion Week? What kinds of business decisions are made surrounding this event? Do you think this event is newsworthy?
  5. What was your reaction to the segment on a chef who prepares food using dirt? What did the chef say about why he uses dirt in the food he prepares? Would you be interested in tasting any of his dishes? Why or why not?
Words of Wisdom
Review the Key Players of each branch of government
Open to Constitution of the United States in textbook
Download
The Game of Life as a U.S.A. Citizen - How are the Powers Separtated?
Students scan and skim key words in primary source Constitution of the United States and secondary side notes to identify what branch has the power presented.  Individuals read, team discussion and whiteboard presentation.
  1. Problem is projected on screen and "Waldo" word is identified.
  2. Person 1 scans Article I front to back, Person 2 scans Article II, Person 3 scans Article III, Person 4 scans Article I back to front. (teacher coaches students/teams)
  3. Individuals share when answer is located, teammates read and agree or keep reading.  When team agrees on answer, write on whiteboard.
  4. Boards are presented when time is up and scored.
  5. Correct answer is reviewed and students record in 4-Door foldable.
  6. Continue steps 1-5 for each power problem presented.

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