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Posted: October 1, 2014

Law 120: The Law students will complete their discussion on the elements of a crime. They will look at the criminal code of Canada. Teacher will pair them off and introduce them to a “Fairy tale crime”  http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-46/  History 113Students are working on the July crisis. In 1914 delegates from around the world met together to prevent war. You are those delegates. Research your country. Find out the needs and wants of your country. negotiate to prevent a world war. All links are provided for you. Follow your assigned couontry and prepare for the peace conference. Today- draw the flag of yoour country and answer these questions through powerpoint with pictures: 10 slides Where is your country located? What resources did your country have in 1918? Who are your leaders? Give a brief history of your country. Who are your friends- allies and why? the_july_crisis_austro-hungary.doc the_july_crisis_england.doc the_july_crisis_france.doc the_july_crisis_germany.doc the_july_crisis_italy.doc the_july_crisis_russia.doc the_july_crisis_serbia.doc Reading tutor: This week students are working on writing and discussing holiday recipes. Ancient History- Students have been working on presentations of the various aspects of Mesopotamia. The presentations begin today. 

Posted: September 22, 2014

Law 120 - Quiz today on the history of law. Then we will look at human rights History 113: Students will compare the declaration of rights and men with the Canadian charter of rights and freedoms. When finished students will then work on part 2 of the French revolution worksheet.     Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen (August 1789)   The History Guide (Steven Kreis, Florida Atlantic University)   English only version: https://chnm.gmu.edu/revolution/d/295/ Canadian Charter of Rights http://www.efc.ca/pages/law/charter/charter.text.html     Reading tutor: This is the first week of student teaching. Ancient History 10: Quiz today on the seven wonders of the ancient world along with one fact. The students will talk about their great debate paper- due today. The students will be introduced to Mesopotamia. ·         Archeologist ·         Paleontologist ·         Paleoanthropologist ·         Anthropologist ·         Primary documents ·         Secondary accounts ·         Theory ·         Artifacts ·         Mesopotamia ·         City states ·         Cuneiform ·         Epics ·         Legends ·         Anthropomorphic ·         Polytheistic      

Posted: September 19, 2014

Law 120- Students are introduced to current sentencing of Cody Schumaker guilty of beating a 1 year old to death. What were the events surrounding the trial. Talk about respect for the court. Students will then form groups to discuss the rights of victims and work together to develop a charter for the classroom… outlining their rights as students and consequences for violation of those rights. Quiz on Monday September 22nd, 2014. http://wivb.com/2013/03/20/teen-allegedly-beats-1-yr-old-to-death/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b90GQUmOhNY History 112: Students have just completed their videos and teach presentation about the French revolution. Today teacher reviews the French revolution through the six benchmarks. ·         Historical significance- It is important because the result was the Declarations of rights for man. This is what protects and governs civilizations around the world. ·         Primary source evidence- Historians accounts, paintings that capture that moment of history. First hand documents to support the events as well as structures that tell the story. ·         Continuity and Change- Change to the rights of men and of women. Countries have learned to blend Monarchs and democracy. Not all changes were good… lots of bloodshed. ·         Ethical dimensions of History- the bloodshed that brings about revolution shows the importance of this belief. ·         Historical Perspective’s- What did the people feel like under a monarch that did not care… helps us to learn to understand the power we have in democracy and through the election process. ·         Cause and consequence- the change of rights of men changed the world forever. Small changes from men who stood up for rights eventually lead to freedoms of men.  Reading tutor: Get to know our Chinese students. Teacher will play some low organized games to help build rapport with Chinese students. These students will be tested to gain understanding as to their level of English. Ancient History: Finish the Great debate paper. Due Monday- quiz is also on Monday- I will ask you to write for me the seven wonders of the ancient world and include one fact for each. The other words will be used for a quiz at the end of the week.
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Posted: September 18, 2014

Law 120: Law students discuss the Ashley Smith Case. After watching Behind the wall the students learn that there was a trial held to determine the result of the Ashley Smith case. The verdict was homicide. The result caused Smith's parents to file a civil lawsuit seeking 11 million dollars. Students will complete a one page write up answering the following questions: Summarize the Ashley Smith case (who/what/why/when/where/How) Discuss the civil lawsuit and trial (outcome) Were her rights violated? What rights do inmates have? What suggestions do you have for the Penal system, to avoid this from happening again. History 113: The students have just watched the French Revolution video- students highlighted 20 top facts throughout the video. Reading Tutor: Students will complete their demonstrative speeches. Ancient History: The great debate paper components: Thesis statement- opening statement that tells us what the paper is about. Paragraph 2-3- Explain the evolution argument (Charles Darwin, natural selection, origin of man) Paragraph 4-5- Creation argument (The bible, God and origin of man)] Choose which makes most sense to you and try to offer proof through reason and deduction. (the bulk of your paper) If you choose evolution- look up ideas from Richard Dawkins, if you choose Creation- look up Ken Ham) Conclusion

Posted: September 15, 2014

Law 120- Students will look at the Ashley Smith Case and answer the question- Were her rights violated? Students will develop a profile of Ashley Smith and look for solutions to the situation. We will watch the fifth estate presenation of the case. Teacher will also talk to students about the search for truth and how media can at times alter the truth. The power of editing. http://www.cbc.ca/fifth/episodes/2009-2010/out-of-control History 113: Students have just been introduced to Revolutions and the factors that are present in each revolution: New Ideas, Social conflict, Economic conditions and Political factors. The students will now look at how these factors are present in modern revolutions. (Revolution chart)   http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/interactive/2011/mar/22/middle-east-prot...   Reading tutor: Students will work on demonstrative speeches today. canadian students will demonstrate the speech and the international students will work on delivering the speech. Brainstorm the words associated with the speech and work on pronouciation skills. By the end of class students should have an idea for their speech and a list of words associated with the speech. Ancient History:  Students will hand in their Seven wonders of the Ancient world write up- Teacher will do a quick quiz for bonus points. Name a wonder and a fact. Quiz on these wonders will be on Wednesday of this week. Today students will finish up the historical thinking benchmarks- Historical perspectives and Cause and consequence.

Posted: September 10, 2014

Law 120: Students will work on their Charter of Rights and Freedoms paper. Rubric is discussed with students and the paper is due on Friday September 10th, 2014. History 113: Students are learning about the historical thinking concepts. Historical perspectives look at looking at history through the eyes of the people who lived through the event. “placing yourself in their shoes.” Bio poems in class today. Reading tutor: Students are working on reading and writing this week. After opening activity, students will read to each other for 20 minutes and write information on the characters and plot of the book. English students write their first journal entry. Focus on the following questions: ·         Tell me about your partner this week: What do they like, don’t like. Tell me about their family and interest. Their skills in English ect. ( Paragraph) ·         Discuss the challenges that you have experienced in working with an ESL student. ·         What strategies do you feel you are using to aid you in communication with your student? ·         What information do you feel could help you in bettering the abilities of your student? Ancient History 10: Students are working on the seven wonders of the ancient world assignment.

Posted: September 9, 2014

Law 120- We have been looking at the historical roots of Law- Quiz on definitions that we will cover will be on Friday- Word list is attached as well as powerpoint. See below for the class PowerPoint and the list of words for your word bank. Today law students begin their study on Canadian law. Law and ethics page 33 discuss. (10 Minutes) Students are then given a few minutes to get the definitions need for the quiz on Friday. History 113: Ethical approach to History- Students will review the ethical components of history. Look at a picture, what words come to your mind? Picture of the Unknown Soldier tomb. What do you know about this moment in history? What can it teach us about respect and empathy for others? Bio poem exercise. Reading tutor: International students will read for 20 minutes- Canadian students will help them in their reading. Students will then write a summary of their reading- Canadian students will organize their lesson for the week- outline provided to students. Ancient History 10: Benchmarks of history- memorials. In Ancient history there have been several memorials that civilizations have made that remind us about historical accomplishments. They are the seven wonders of the ancient world. Research each of these wonders and prepare a write up in pairs:     1.  Describe the wonder    2.  Who was the builder? 3.  Why was it built? 4.  Where was it built? 5.  Is it still standing? If not, what happened? 6.  When was it built? 7.  How was it built? 8.  Any other interesting facts. Include your sources- you need at least two sites per wonder.- Due Thursday Sept 11th, 2014.                                                 

Posted: September 8, 2014

Law120- Historical Roots of Law- students will begin to understand where our Canadian Law system comes from. History 113: Benchmark- Historical thinking concepts- Review Continuity and Change and complete ethical dimensions of History. Student will work on assessing a memorial worksheet. Reading tutor- Library day- Ancient History- Historical thinking concepts- Why did ancient civilizations build memorials.

Posted: September 3, 2014

Law 120: Course outline/Class rules/ Definition of Law/Survivor Island code. History 113: Course outline/ overview of benchmarks/Why study history. Reading Tutor: Preparation for international students/ course content/ structure of course Ancient History: Course outline/ Why study ancioent history/ Benchmarks.

Posted: June 4, 2014

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Posted: June 2, 2014

Media Studies students will produce their last project on Radio. Develop Radio program 5 minutes 1 commercial special effect sounds script Remember that your final projects are due on Friday. Reading tutor: games day- Students will play a game to help with communicative skills. Theatre Arts: Improv Part 1. Law 120: Civil Law
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Posted: May 27, 2014

Media Studies: Radio. On Wednesday students will present their advertisements. Radio has changed so much over the years. A radio ad can be very effective in reaching the masses. However we need to understand the history of radio before we look at how it is used. Students will research and submit a paper on the History of Radio. Make sure that your paper addresses the following points: How was radio invented? How was it first used? What kind of programming was offered? Make sure you include important changes in radio (for example, music stations, talk shows) Can you find any science (psychological) about the power of sound. The birth of satellite radio. Listen to a radio and compare it to a TV ad. Due on Friday May 30th, 2014 Reading tutor: This week the students will be using the class as a study period. At this time of year students find it hard to complete all the course work before exams. The international students will have the extra time that they need and Canadian students will be there to help them. Theatre Arts: Students will present their musicals. Law 120: Today we will look at case law. Research the following. What is considered case law? When does a case become case law? Choose one canadian case.- summarize it. How does this case affect other cases? Choose one side of the case and write an argument as a law. back it up with evidence and research.  
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Posted: May 15, 2014

Media studies: Advertsing campagin: Reading tutor: Libby and rashad week- Music Theatre Arts: what will the next JMH show be? students will research and then try to convince their teacher and peers os to what the next JMH Spring show is. This will help with understanding musicals and persuasive speech. Research the following: Musical (Make sure it is licensed) Present the plot, Characters, set and costume ideas Talk bout the budget Casting- do we have the cast - what qualities are you looking for? Marketing- How will we sell it- ideas to market to an audience. Obstacles when it comes to the James M. Hill theatre and remedies for these problems. Why will it be successful. Law: Case #1- conclusion.  

Posted: May 7, 2014

Media Studies: Students will begin their advertisement projects. The students are required to have the following. A marketing plan and an advertisement. There are three parts to this project.  The details follow: Marketing campaigns are launched in order to push the product to consumers. Please reveal the following in your marketing plan: This will be a one page write up on your product. Due Monday May 12th, 2014. ·         Product- what does the product do ·         Who is the target audience ·         What claims will be used in the campaign (use at least 3) ·         VALS- values and lifestyles that the campaign will focus on Secondly students will develop their storyboard for their advertisement. Remember I will be looking for  key elements in the storyboard Due Wednesday May 14th, 2014: ·         Product placement- your product clearly seen ·         Claims- at least 3 ·         Camera angles and cuts- (Use at least 5-7) ·         Sound effects that help with the ad. ·         Music- make sure it is copyright free- there are many royalty free websites that you can get music from. Finally the video component of the project: Students will shoot and edit their advertisement- remember that the ads must reflect your storyboards. Videos are due Thursday May 22nd. 2014. Reading tutor: Remember that this week is international week. We are cooking in the culinary lab tomorrow. Bring all your ingredients. Prep day tomorrow and cooking and eat on Friday. Theatre Arts: Students are working on Shrek the musical. Law 120: prep day for court. Students will begin their Law Court case today. Lawyers are handed their case files and the rest of the class is working on their "there ought to be a law against..." paper. This is a two-page paper with supporting arguments and resources.
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Posted: April 29, 2014

Media Studies 120: Students need to finish their assignment from yesterday. The worksheet is available on yesterday's post. Please complete and pass in to the teacher. If finished students can begin to brainstorm ideas on deveoping a product for their advertising campaign.Reading tutor: Kennedy and Mallory are playing word games with students. Powerpoint is attached.Theatre Arts: Students are filming their physical action videos. Due on Monday.Law: During Study block- Law students will come to class- Bryan Cummings will come to speak with students.
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