Tuesday, September 25, 2007

Judaism 1. Chosen People ___________.
2. Father of Jewish People ___________________.
3. Covenant ______________________.
4. Explain the Exodus:

5. Promised Land:
6. 3 Kings:

7. Torah:

8. Define prophet, and Name 3 Prophets:

9. What are the Mishnah and Talmud:
10. Bar Mitzvah:
11. Rosh Hashanah:
12. Yom Kippur:
13. Sukkot:
14. Hanukah:
15. Diaspora:
16. Explain the Hanukkah Menorah
17. What is Sukkot


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Monday, September 24, 2007

Take Home Essay Assignment Chapter 1

Homework: Essay assessment. Ch 1.

a) Discuss the Italian Renaissance. What was it. How and where did it occur(and why)? What were the ideals of the Renaissance? How did the Renaissance change art? Literature?

b) what is the legacy of the Renaissance (p. 51). Copy the list down in outline form, and give an example for each one.

c) Based on the information in Chapter 1, sections 3 and 4, draw a chart like the one on page 57 (but add in the denominations from section 4). List for each one, 2-3 sentences that differentiate each religion/denomination from each other.


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Thursday, September 20, 2007

South America Map

South America MapWorld History
South America Map
Smith

Draw map. Draw lines. Start in Pencil. When South America Outline and Grid done, INK.
Next, draw in pencil, following items. When done, Label, and INK.
Finally, COLOR, per the Map on Page A10 and 11. ADD KEY.
Add a scale. Add the NSEW rose.
Ink.

Graded on following directions, neatness, accuracy.


Rivers/Bodies of Water:
Atlantic
Pacific
Caribbean
Amazon
Rio de la Plata
San Matieas Gulf
Gulf of San Jorge
Strait of Magellan
Orinoco River
Salado River
Sao Francisco River

Mountains:
Crisobal Colon
Mt. Huascaran
Mt. Aconcagua

Cities:
Sao Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
Montevideo
Buenas Aires
Brasilia
Santiago
Lima
Quito
Bogota
Caracas
Georgetown
Paramaribo


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Tuesday, September 18, 2007

medici

http://www.pbs.org/empires/medici/resources/docs/viewguide1.pdf


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Monday, September 17, 2007

Religions, 9/17, chapter 1 worksheet

Chapter one worksheet
Judaism
Chapter 1 Observations

1. Look closely at the picture on pg.24. List 10 observations.

2. Read the overview on pg.25. Summarize the material in 2-3 sentences.

3. What is the most striking thing you notice from the family tree on pg.26?

4. Describe the covenant between God and the Jews.

5. Summarize the contents of the Hebrew Bible and Mishnah and Talmud.

6. What is the difference between the Temple and a Synagogue?

7. Look carefully at the drawing of a synagogue on pg.31. Make note of several things you find interesting.

8. On pp.32-33 the book talks about Jewish rituals. Jot a note about each:
a. Birth

b. Bar Mitzvah

c. Marriage

d. Death

e. Mezuzah

f. Yarlmulke

9. Describe the three branches of Judaism (p.26)




10. What is a Kibbutz?


11. Describe Kosher foods.


12. Describe the shift in population of Jews between 1800 and 1995.


13. Who are the Lubavitchers?


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Monday, September 10, 2007

Africa Map Instructions

Africa Map Instructions World History
Geography Standards – Map of Africa.
Smith


Draw an 8” by 8” grid at the top of the page w/ ¼” border for top and sides. Draw grid lines. Start in Pencil. When Africa Outline and Grid done, INK.
Next, draw in pencil, the following items. When done, Label, and INK.
Finally, COLOR, per the Map on Page A17. ADD KEY.
Add a scale. Add the NSEW rose. Add a title.
Ink. – Black Ink for outline.
And, yes, do include the outline of Europe and SE Asia, at least the parts that fit on the pate.

Graded on following directions, neatness, accuracy.


Deserts
Sahara Deserts
Sahel
Western Desert
Eastern Dessert
Nubian Desert
Kalahari Desert
Namib Desert

Bodies of Water
Nile
Congo
Ubangi
Sanaga
Niger
White Volta
Black Volta
Orange River
Senegal
Gambia
Gulf of Sidra
Mediterranean Sea
Red Sea
Indian Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Lake Chad
Victoria Falls

Mountains
Mt. Kenya
Mt. Kilimanjaro
Atlas Mountains
Ahaggar Mts.

Cities
Cape Town
Mogadishu
Djibouti
Asmara
Cairo
Tripoli
Algiers
Freetown
Nairobi
Maputo
Luanda
Libreville
Malabo
Accra
Abidjan
Conakry
Nouakchott
Rabatt


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Tuesday, September 4, 2007

MWH EXPECTATIONS

MWH Welcome
Modern World History (Honors): Luke Smith
322-3288
Email: mlsmith@bend.k12.or.us


Dear Student and Parent/Guardian,

I’m writing to present the material and expectations for the course in Honors World History. I’m looking forward to teaching you, and I hope that the class will be challenging and rewarding for you.

My curriculum is centered on the state standards for World Cultures and for other relevant Social Science standards. Daily lessons will include instruction in Western History ranging from the Greeks and Roans to the present, while developing geography skills, and encouraging an understanding of current events. This class is an Honors class, and as such the expectations are high for all students.

Instructional techniques will include research, writing, map skills, ‘hands on’ projects, group work, and lecture as we work towards becoming better informed of the world around us. Students will develop not only an understanding of history, but a better ability to teach themselves, think critically, analyze, organize their thoughts, and communicate. I will focus on technical skills: note taking, essay writing, debate, and public speaking. Also, I hope that all students will grow as individuals towards becoming good citizens, and successful people in whatever career path they follow.

Following is a list of class policies and expectations for all students. I would greatly appreciate if you and your parents/and or guardians could review the list and sign.

Please sign this, and return it tomorrow. If you include your email, I will be able to mail you grade reports every week or so.

I’m looking forward to the school year. If either you (the student) or your parents have any questions, please do not hesitate to call.

Thank you,


Luke Smith

Printed Parent Name_____________________________

Parent Signature _______________________________

Student Signature ______________________________

Parent Email:__________________________________










Classroom Policies and Expectations for Honors World History

This is the general list of class expectations. This should be basically the same as all other classes. If you have any questions about any of the specific points, please do not hesitate to call. I’m asking you to sign the list so that everyone involved knows the general expectations.

Attendance. Attendance is required. Students with unexcused absences will not be allowed to make up work.

Tardiness. A student is tardy if they are not in their seat, ready to work, when the bell rings.

Behavior: The classroom is a professional environment. Students are expected to be prompt, to participate, and to be polite and respectful towards each other and towards the teacher.

Electronic devices: In keeping with the new summit policies MOST electronic devices are banned. I’ll probably let you keep your watch. But your iPod, and your phone… well. Leave them at home.

Class Materials: Each student must have the following EVERY DAY.

Textbook
A 3 ring binder dedicated to the class.
A set of colored pencils (8 is plenty).
Pencil, and Pen (Blue or Black)
a ‘fine tip’ or ‘roller ball pen’ for maps.

If students cannot afford the materials for whatever reason, the FAN office can provide the material. The student can talk to the FAN office directly, or talk to me.

I recommend, but do not require, a ‘flash memory stick.’ The district will be providing a virtual storage space of 1 gigabyte for every student, but that may take some time. The memory stick will be a great boon for homework.

Late Policy: Late work is not acceptable. The department policy is 1 letter grade off for each day late. After the 3rd day, the work will not be accepted.

Grading: I will provide examples of work for students so that expectations are clear. Work will generally be graded within 24 hours. Grades will be posted 2-3 times per week. I will provide an individual grade report for every student weekly, and for any student or parent/guardian that requests it as frequently as requested.


Homework: This is an Honors class. As such the student will be required to perform work outside of the classroom. For every assignment, in class time will be given (including library time, computer lab time, etc.). But it is reasonable to expect a minimum of ½ to 1 hour of homework each night. Please note that many of these projects will be one or two week projects. It is assumed that the student will budget their time, so that they do not do the entire project the night before the project is due.

I understand that students have other classes, and lives outside of school. If students have legitimate needs for extensions, they should see me as soon as possible. If the students contact me in advance, I will make every reasonable accommodation.

Cheating and Plagiarism: The penalty for cheating or plagiarism is that the work will be marked as a zero. I will also contact the parent or guardian and request a conference.

Thank you,


Luke Smith


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AP INTRO

AP US Government and PoliticsExpectations


Instructor: Luke Smith
322-3288
Email: mlsmith@bend.k12.or.us


Dear Student,

I’m writing to present the material and expectations for the course in AP Government and Politics. I’m looking forward to teaching you, and I hope that the class will be challenging and rewarding for you.

The goal of the class is to give you an equivalence of a College Freshman Class in government and Politics

The course of Study is listed in the Syllabus (http://www.schoolnotes.com/97701/mlsmith.html).

Following is a list of class policies and expectations for all students. Your first assignment is to review the ‘syllabus’ and ‘policies and expectations’ with your parents.

Please sign and return this form, and include parents’ email for regular communication about grades, assignments, etc.

I’m looking forward to the school year. If either you (the student) or your parents have any questions, please do not hesitate to call.

Thank you,


Luke Smith

Parent / Guardian Name (Print)________________

Parent / Guardian Signature:__________________

Parent Email:______________________________

Student Signature:__________________________





Classroom Policies and Expectations for AP Government and Politics

This is the general list of class expectations. This should be basically the same as all other classes. If you have any questions about any of the specific points, please do not hesitate to call. I’m asking you to sign the list so that everyone involved knows the general expectations.

Attendance. Attendance is required. Students with unexcused absences will not be allowed to make up work.

Tardiness. A student is tardy if they are not in their seat, ready to work, when the bell rings.

Behavior: The classroom is a professional environment. Students are expected to be prompt, to participate, and to be polite and respectful towards each other and towards the teacher.

Class Materials: Just be prepared to read, write, talk.


Late Policy: Late work is not acceptable. Missed tests will be made up as quickly as possible during tutorial period or lunch.

Grading: Grades will be based on the following.
Daily Quizzes
Chapter vocabulary quizzes
Unit tests
Midterm and Final
Essays related to readings

Cheating and Plagiarism: The penalty for cheating or plagiarism is that the work will be marked as a zero. I will also contact the parent or guardian and request a conference.

Electronics Policy: Per the school’s new policy, mp3 players, cellphones, etc. are banned. Thanks for your support.

Thank you,


Luke Smith


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