Hi, everyone. Because February is Black History Month, I would like for this week's blog post to concentrate on those African-American leaders who helped to shape this country into what it is today.
In your comment, choose an African-American man or woman who was influential in shaping the culture of this country in one of the following ways, from the American revolution until the present day: politics, science, art/music, literature, or sports. In five sentences, give this person's biographical information, including birth date, the place where he/she lived, date of death (if applicable) and any other interesting information about his/her background. Then, use at least five sentences to explain this individual's contribution to American society; explain what he/she did, and why it's significant to American history.
Your comment will count as a homework assignment for this marking period.
Have an enjoyable--and safe--winter break.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Periods 1 & 2, Post 3: Black Leaders throughout American History
Hey all. Because February is Black History Month, I want this week's blog post to concentrate on those African-American leaders who helped shape this country into what it is today.
In your comment, choose an African-American man or woman who was influential in shaping the culture of this country in one of the following ways, from the time of the American revolution until the present day: politics, science, art/music, literature, or sports. In five sentences, give this person's biographical information, including birth date, the place where he/she lived, date of death (if applicable), and any other interesting information about his/her background. Then, use at least five sentences to explain this individual's contribution to American society; explain what he/she did, and why it's significant to American history.
Your comment will count as a homework assignment for the first marking period of the spring semester.
Have an enjoyable--and safe--winter break
In your comment, choose an African-American man or woman who was influential in shaping the culture of this country in one of the following ways, from the time of the American revolution until the present day: politics, science, art/music, literature, or sports. In five sentences, give this person's biographical information, including birth date, the place where he/she lived, date of death (if applicable), and any other interesting information about his/her background. Then, use at least five sentences to explain this individual's contribution to American society; explain what he/she did, and why it's significant to American history.
Your comment will count as a homework assignment for the first marking period of the spring semester.
Have an enjoyable--and safe--winter break
Friday, February 11, 2011
Periods 6 & 7, Post 2: The Pros and Cons of Technology
Hi, everyone!! What an exciting day!! We've witnessed the Eyptians' successful revolution to overthrow former President Mubarak, and technology played a huge role in the outcome. Technology played a significan role in the downfall of the Shah in Iran, as depicted by Marjane Satrapi in her memoir, Persepolis.
Think about the role of technology in your own lives. What are its benefits and drawbacks? What has technology made easier for you, or helped you to do better? What has become harder because of technology? Explain your answers.
Your comments will count as a homework assignment grade for the marking period.
Think about the role of technology in your own lives. What are its benefits and drawbacks? What has technology made easier for you, or helped you to do better? What has become harder because of technology? Explain your answers.
Your comments will count as a homework assignment grade for the marking period.
Periods 1 & 2, Post 2: The Pros and Cons of Technology
Hi, guys!!! What an exciting day!!! We've seen the success of the Egyptians' revolution to overthrow former President Mubarak, and technology played a huge role in the outcome. Technology played a significant role in the downfall of the Shah in Iran, as well, as portrayed in Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis.
Think about the role of technology in your own lives. What are its benefits? What are its drawbacks? What has technology made easier for you/helped you to do better? What has become harder because of technology? Why?
Your comment will count as a homework assignment for this marking period.
Think about the role of technology in your own lives. What are its benefits? What are its drawbacks? What has technology made easier for you/helped you to do better? What has become harder because of technology? Why?
Your comment will count as a homework assignment for this marking period.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Periods 6 & 7, Post 1: What Makes a Hero?
Hello, everybody!! Welcome to a new semester of blogging.
So far during this marking period, in Persepolis, we've seen Marji battle her preconceived notions of the makings of a hero, with respect to both her family and her friends' families. Therefore, I want you to examine your own preconceptions about heroism, and how they've changed as you've grown older. When you were little, who were your childhood heroes? Who are your heroes today? Why? How have your ideas about heroism changed over the years?
Your comments on this blog post will count as a homework assignment for the spring semester.
So far during this marking period, in Persepolis, we've seen Marji battle her preconceived notions of the makings of a hero, with respect to both her family and her friends' families. Therefore, I want you to examine your own preconceptions about heroism, and how they've changed as you've grown older. When you were little, who were your childhood heroes? Who are your heroes today? Why? How have your ideas about heroism changed over the years?
Your comments on this blog post will count as a homework assignment for the spring semester.
Periods 1 & 2, Post 1: What Makes a Hero?
Hi, guys!! Welcome to a new semester of blogging.
So far, in Persepolis this marking period, we've seen Marji battle her preconceived notions of the makings of a hero, with respect to both her family and her friends' families. Therefore, I want you to examine your own preconceptions about heroism, and how they've changed as you've grown older. When you were little, who were your childhood heroes? Who are your heroes today? Why? How have your ideas about heroism changed over the years?
Your comments on this blog post will count as a homework assignment for the first marking period of the spring semester.
So far, in Persepolis this marking period, we've seen Marji battle her preconceived notions of the makings of a hero, with respect to both her family and her friends' families. Therefore, I want you to examine your own preconceptions about heroism, and how they've changed as you've grown older. When you were little, who were your childhood heroes? Who are your heroes today? Why? How have your ideas about heroism changed over the years?
Your comments on this blog post will count as a homework assignment for the first marking period of the spring semester.
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