From: Dr. Smith
To: Parents
Date: 12 December 2006
Re: Failures
I understand that my daughter/son failed the Test on Chapters 9 & 10 in AP Government.
Parent: ___________________________________________
Date: ______________________________________
G. Mick Smith, PhD, Senior Educational Technology Executive: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gmicksmith/
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Sunday, December 10, 2006
WH, Ch. 25 Sec. 5 China and the New Imperialism
Chapter 25 Section 5 China and the New Imperialism
Vocabulary
trade surplus
trade deficit
indemnity
extraterritoriality
Taking Notes
1. Lesson Plan Focus
During the 1800s, western powers used diplomacy and war to win favorable trade agreements in China. The Qing dynasty suffered from a pooor economy, a corrupt bureaucracy, and the devastating Taiping Rebellion. Reformers sought to modernize China by importing technology and ideas from the West. In 1911, China was declared a republic with Sun Yixian as its president.
2. In-class Instruct
Students will assume the role of one of the following historical characters:
a) a British diplomat in China;
b) a peasant in the Taiping Rebellion;
c) a sympathizer with the "self-strengthening movement;
d) emperor Guang Xu;
e) a participant in the Boxer rebellion;
f) a member of the imperial court of Ci Xi;
g) a member of the Righteous Harmonious Fists;
h) Sun Yixian
Students will write a speech, in the role of the assigned character, addressing the following question: What is the best course of action for China? This should be a persuasive speech. You are to convince others of your point of view.
The Opium War
Primary Source
Meeting the Emperor
Imperialism in China to 1914
Biography
Vocabulary
trade surplus
trade deficit
indemnity
extraterritoriality
Taking Notes
1. Lesson Plan Focus
During the 1800s, western powers used diplomacy and war to win favorable trade agreements in China. The Qing dynasty suffered from a pooor economy, a corrupt bureaucracy, and the devastating Taiping Rebellion. Reformers sought to modernize China by importing technology and ideas from the West. In 1911, China was declared a republic with Sun Yixian as its president.
2. In-class Instruct
Students will assume the role of one of the following historical characters:
a) a British diplomat in China;
b) a peasant in the Taiping Rebellion;
c) a sympathizer with the "self-strengthening movement;
d) emperor Guang Xu;
e) a participant in the Boxer rebellion;
f) a member of the imperial court of Ci Xi;
g) a member of the Righteous Harmonious Fists;
h) Sun Yixian
Students will write a speech, in the role of the assigned character, addressing the following question: What is the best course of action for China? This should be a persuasive speech. You are to convince others of your point of view.
The Opium War
Primary Source
Meeting the Emperor
Imperialism in China to 1914
Biography
WH, Ch. 25 Sec. 4 The British Take Over India
Chapter 25 Section 4 The British Take Over India
Notebook Material
Vocabulary
sati
sepoy
viceroy
deforestation
purdah
Taking Notes
Global Connections
Imperialism in India to 1858
Cotton: A Valuable Cash Crop
Geography and History
1. Lesson Plan Focus
British rule and policies that were insensitive to Indian culture led to the Sepoy Rebellion in 1857. After the failed rebellion, the British government increased its control, bringing both benefits and injustice to the people of India. Indians resisted by forming the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League.
2. In-class Instruct
Write an address or a speech to Parliment
a) Assume the role of a British entrepreneur with a variety of investments in India
b) Take the role of an upper-class Indian who supports British rule
c) Assume the role of an Indian who resents British domination
Each student will address Parliament commenting on British policies in India during the 1800s. The letter should reflect the probable interests and attitudes of their assigned character.
3. Write three policies that Britain could have followed to reduce Indian resentment and opposition.
HW
#1, 3-6
Extra Credit #7 & 8.
Notebook Material
Vocabulary
sati
sepoy
viceroy
deforestation
purdah
Taking Notes
Global Connections
Imperialism in India to 1858
Cotton: A Valuable Cash Crop
Geography and History
1. Lesson Plan Focus
British rule and policies that were insensitive to Indian culture led to the Sepoy Rebellion in 1857. After the failed rebellion, the British government increased its control, bringing both benefits and injustice to the people of India. Indians resisted by forming the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League.
2. In-class Instruct
Write an address or a speech to Parliment
a) Assume the role of a British entrepreneur with a variety of investments in India
b) Take the role of an upper-class Indian who supports British rule
c) Assume the role of an Indian who resents British domination
Each student will address Parliament commenting on British policies in India during the 1800s. The letter should reflect the probable interests and attitudes of their assigned character.
3. Write three policies that Britain could have followed to reduce Indian resentment and opposition.
HW
#1, 3-6
Extra Credit #7 & 8.
Saturday, December 09, 2006
WH, India Ad - British Airways
| India - British Airways advertisement demonstrating the traditional Indian greeting of namaste. | |
Friday, December 08, 2006
WH, Ch. 25 Sec. 3 European Challenges to the Muslim World
Chapter 25 Section 3 European Challenges to the Muslim World
Vocabulary
pasha
genocide
concession
Taking Notes
Caption, p. 628
Skills Assessment, p. 629
Connections to Today, p. 630
1. Lesson Plan Focus
During the 1800s, the Ottoman empire was threatened by economic decline, political corruption, nationalism, and the ambitions of European powers. In Egypt, Muhammad Ali hoped to modernize his country through political and economic reforms. Russia and Britian battled for influence in Iran, especially after the discovery of oil there.
2. In-Class Instruct
As a government official of Egypt, Iran, or the Ottoman Empire of the 1800s, you are aware of the declining power of the state. You are on special assignment. Outline the problems that are causing the state to decline and describe some actions that we can take to slow or reverse this trend.
HW
1, 3-6 Extra Credit 7 & 8.
Vocabulary
pasha
genocide
concession
Taking Notes
Caption, p. 628
Skills Assessment, p. 629
Connections to Today, p. 630
1. Lesson Plan Focus
During the 1800s, the Ottoman empire was threatened by economic decline, political corruption, nationalism, and the ambitions of European powers. In Egypt, Muhammad Ali hoped to modernize his country through political and economic reforms. Russia and Britian battled for influence in Iran, especially after the discovery of oil there.
2. In-Class Instruct
As a government official of Egypt, Iran, or the Ottoman Empire of the 1800s, you are aware of the declining power of the state. You are on special assignment. Outline the problems that are causing the state to decline and describe some actions that we can take to slow or reverse this trend.
HW
1, 3-6 Extra Credit 7 & 8.
Mock Trial
Hello from the University of Pittsburgh's Mock Trial Organization! For the 3rd year in a row, we are hosting an invitational tournament for schools from around the country. You all should have gotten a regular mailing with information a few weeks ago, but if not, here is the basic information. This year we are hoping to expand the tournament even further to make it a more statewide competition. It will be held on January 6th and 7th, mostly in the Cathedral of Learning. Teams will compete using your official case for this year, competing twice as the plaintiff and twice as the defense. We will use the high school rules and case, but will follow the college tournament procedures, meaning teams will each compete 4 times against other schools. We will again be holding some "How To" sessions with some of Pitt's most experienced members, as we started last year. The tournament will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, and closing ceremonies will end at 3:30 on Sunday. If you would like a more detailed schedule, official registration form, or any other information, please contact us ASAP at pittmocktrial.org. The cost is $85 per team, and each school will be limited to bringing 3 teams. Spaces are limited and filling up, so let us know if you are interested. Thanks, and we hope to see you all in January!
-Keaton Carr
Tournament Chair
Pitt Mock Trial
-Keaton Carr
Tournament Chair
Pitt Mock Trial
Wednesday, December 06, 2006
AP Gov't & WH Iraq Study Group Report
"There is no magic formula to solve the problems of Iraq."
The Iraq Study Group Report
Click this to read the Iraq Study Group Report in pdf format.
The Iraq Study Group Report
Click this to read the Iraq Study Group Report in pdf format.
Tuesday, December 05, 2006
AP Gov't, Theodore Roosevelt, Progressive Party candidate for the Presidency, 1912.
Click this to hear Theodore Roosevelt in a speech running for the Presidency.
Theodore Roosevelt, Presidential Candidate, Progressive Party, "The Right Of The People To Rule", Oyster Bay, New York, c. August, 1912 - "The great fundamental issue now before our people can be stated briefly. It is, "Are the American people fit to govern themselves, to rule themselves, to control themselves?"... A historic audio document, originally recorded on an Edison Blue Amberol Cylinder and available here in .mp3 format.
Theodore Roosevelt, Presidential Candidate, Progressive Party, "The Right Of The People To Rule", Oyster Bay, New York, c. August, 1912 - "The great fundamental issue now before our people can be stated briefly. It is, "Are the American people fit to govern themselves, to rule themselves, to control themselves?"... A historic audio document, originally recorded on an Edison Blue Amberol Cylinder and available here in .mp3 format.
AP Gov't, LibriVox » The Constitution of the United States of America, 1787
This is a free site in which to hear a reading of the U.S. Constitution.
LibriVox » The Constitution of the United States of America, 1787
LibriVox » The Constitution of the United States of America, 1787
Monday, December 04, 2006
WH, Ch. 25 Sec. 2 The Partition of Africa
Ch. 25 Section 2 The Partition of Africa
Guide for Reading [page references to the old textbook, Questions, p. 635)]
Caption, p. 636 (ditto)
Map, p. 638 (ditto)
HW: Section 2 Review
#1-4, Extra Credit, #5-6.
Guide for Reading [page references to the old textbook, Questions, p. 635)]
Caption, p. 636 (ditto)
Map, p. 638 (ditto)
HW: Section 2 Review
#1-4, Extra Credit, #5-6.
Sunday, December 03, 2006
WH & AP Gov't
Supplemental listening material for the text is available: http://www.gcast.com/u/gmicksmith/.
WH, Ch. 25 The New Imperialism, Sec. 1 A Western-Dominated World
World History, Chapter 25 The New Imperialism (1800-1914)
Section 1 A Western-Dominated World
Captions, [page references to the old text p. 631, p. 633].
Vocabulary, [ditto p. 633]
imperialism
protectorate
sphere of influence
1. Lesson Plan Focus
Economic, political, and military interests spurred European imperialism in the 1800s. Other motivating factors included humanitarianism, religious fervor, and racism. Europeans of all classes supported imperialism. The imperialist powers of Europe established colonies, protectorates, and spheres of influence all around the world.
2. In-class Outline
You should write a three-part outline:
Reasons for Imperialism
Reasons for European Success
Forms of Imperial Control
Use the bold face headings for guidance in finding the major ideas for each part of the outline.
Each major idea should be supported by specific facts or examples.
3. Close
Do you agree or disagree with this statement:
“Western nations continue to exert some imperialistic control over some parts of the world.”
HW
Section 1 Review
#1-4
Extra Credit, #5-6.
Section 1 A Western-Dominated World
Captions, [page references to the old text p. 631, p. 633].
Vocabulary, [ditto p. 633]
imperialism
protectorate
sphere of influence
1. Lesson Plan Focus
Economic, political, and military interests spurred European imperialism in the 1800s. Other motivating factors included humanitarianism, religious fervor, and racism. Europeans of all classes supported imperialism. The imperialist powers of Europe established colonies, protectorates, and spheres of influence all around the world.
2. In-class Outline
You should write a three-part outline:
Reasons for Imperialism
Reasons for European Success
Forms of Imperial Control
Use the bold face headings for guidance in finding the major ideas for each part of the outline.
Each major idea should be supported by specific facts or examples.
3. Close
Do you agree or disagree with this statement:
“Western nations continue to exert some imperialistic control over some parts of the world.”
HW
Section 1 Review
#1-4
Extra Credit, #5-6.
Monday, November 27, 2006
WH, Home rule and Parnell
Home rule & Parnell
This part deals with the home rule movement of the late 1800s and early 1900s with a particular emphasis on the influence of Parnell and the land league.
This part deals with the home rule movement of the late 1800s and early 1900s with a particular emphasis on the influence of Parnell and the land league.
WH, Ch. 24 Sections 2-4
World History, Chapter 24 Section 2 A Century of Reform
Lesson Plan Focus
During the 1800s, Britain passed laws to bolster free trade, abolish slavery, reduce capital offenses, and improve working conditions. The government improved health care and education and enacted social welfare laws. Women used both peaceful and violent protest to gain the right to vote. Meanwhile, Irish nationalists struggled for self-rule.
Instruct
Write an editorial discussed in this section. One advocates the status quo and another calls for reform. The purpose of an editorial is to express an opinion and to persuade others to share that opinion. Use persuasive and emotional arguments in your editorials.
The editorials should address the current status of women in various parts of the world. To what degree have women in various parts of the world achieved political, social, and economic equality? In what ways is the role of women still limited?
Guide for Reading (Questions)
Vocabulary
Home rule
Chart: Nineteenth Century Reforms in Great Britain
Caption
HW, Section 2 Review
#1-5, Extra Credit 6-7
World History Chapter 24 Section 3 Division and Democracy in France
1. Lesson Plan Focus
Ruling France much like a dictator, Napoleon III limited liberties, encouraged economic growth, and pursued imperialistic ventures. After his fall from power, the Third Republic arose. Its coalition governments regulated working conditions, limited the power of the Church, and gradually extended suffrage. The Dreyfus affair split France and reflected anti-Semitism in Europe. It also helped give birth to the Zionist movement.
Read intro
The Dreyfus Affair
Calls for a Jewish State
2. In-class Instruct
Divided into groups each group will be assigned one of the following topics:
a) Napoleon III;
b) The Events of 180-1871;
c) Coalition Governments and Scandals;
d) The Dreyfus Affair;
e) Reforms in France.
Work together to define the topic. Describe three or more ways in which their topic affected the people of France or other areas of the world. Each group will present their findings.
3. Close
Five or more statements can be written: How was France in the early 1900s different from France in the 1860s?
HW
#1-4
Extra Credit
#5-6
World History Chapter 24 Section 4 Expansion of the U.S.
Guide for Reading
Vocabulary
Segregation
Isolationism
Map
Caption
Caption
Caption
1. Lesson Plan Focus
During the 1800s, the U.S. expanded across the continent to the Pacific Ocean. The slavery issue, economic differences between the North and South, and the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860 brought about the Civil War. Though slavery ended after the war, African Americans faced difficult times ahead. Starting in the late 1800s, reformers campaigned to extend suffrage to women and to protect the rights of workers.
2. In-Class Instruct, Archaeological teams of the 23rd Century
As a member of the archaeological team centuries down the road, your task is to uncover items that can be traced to the U.S. in the 1800s. As a member of a group assigned to the following areas, you are to find objects that fit in these categories:
1) From Sea to Sea
2) Expanding Democracy
3) Civil War and After
4) Economic Successes
5) Seeking Reform
Each group should list at least two items that it might find for their assigned topic. Then, the group is to write a descriptive paragraph for each item. The paragraphs should explain how each item is important for understanding life in the U.S. during the 1800s.
3. Close
Students should be able to generalize how the U.S. of 1900 was different from the U.S. of 1800.
HW
Section 4 Review
#1-5
Extra Credit #6-7
Lesson Plan Focus
During the 1800s, Britain passed laws to bolster free trade, abolish slavery, reduce capital offenses, and improve working conditions. The government improved health care and education and enacted social welfare laws. Women used both peaceful and violent protest to gain the right to vote. Meanwhile, Irish nationalists struggled for self-rule.
Instruct
Write an editorial discussed in this section. One advocates the status quo and another calls for reform. The purpose of an editorial is to express an opinion and to persuade others to share that opinion. Use persuasive and emotional arguments in your editorials.
The editorials should address the current status of women in various parts of the world. To what degree have women in various parts of the world achieved political, social, and economic equality? In what ways is the role of women still limited?
Guide for Reading (Questions)
Vocabulary
Home rule
Chart: Nineteenth Century Reforms in Great Britain
Caption
HW, Section 2 Review
#1-5, Extra Credit 6-7
World History Chapter 24 Section 3 Division and Democracy in France
1. Lesson Plan Focus
Ruling France much like a dictator, Napoleon III limited liberties, encouraged economic growth, and pursued imperialistic ventures. After his fall from power, the Third Republic arose. Its coalition governments regulated working conditions, limited the power of the Church, and gradually extended suffrage. The Dreyfus affair split France and reflected anti-Semitism in Europe. It also helped give birth to the Zionist movement.
Read intro
The Dreyfus Affair
Calls for a Jewish State
2. In-class Instruct
Divided into groups each group will be assigned one of the following topics:
a) Napoleon III;
b) The Events of 180-1871;
c) Coalition Governments and Scandals;
d) The Dreyfus Affair;
e) Reforms in France.
Work together to define the topic. Describe three or more ways in which their topic affected the people of France or other areas of the world. Each group will present their findings.
3. Close
Five or more statements can be written: How was France in the early 1900s different from France in the 1860s?
HW
#1-4
Extra Credit
#5-6
World History Chapter 24 Section 4 Expansion of the U.S.
Guide for Reading
Vocabulary
Segregation
Isolationism
Map
Caption
Caption
Caption
1. Lesson Plan Focus
During the 1800s, the U.S. expanded across the continent to the Pacific Ocean. The slavery issue, economic differences between the North and South, and the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860 brought about the Civil War. Though slavery ended after the war, African Americans faced difficult times ahead. Starting in the late 1800s, reformers campaigned to extend suffrage to women and to protect the rights of workers.
2. In-Class Instruct, Archaeological teams of the 23rd Century
As a member of the archaeological team centuries down the road, your task is to uncover items that can be traced to the U.S. in the 1800s. As a member of a group assigned to the following areas, you are to find objects that fit in these categories:
1) From Sea to Sea
2) Expanding Democracy
3) Civil War and After
4) Economic Successes
5) Seeking Reform
Each group should list at least two items that it might find for their assigned topic. Then, the group is to write a descriptive paragraph for each item. The paragraphs should explain how each item is important for understanding life in the U.S. during the 1800s.
3. Close
Students should be able to generalize how the U.S. of 1900 was different from the U.S. of 1800.
HW
Section 4 Review
#1-5
Extra Credit #6-7
Saturday, November 25, 2006
Brief biography of Richard Nixon
I podcasted a brief biography of Richard Nixon which is available at my podcast homepage.
http://www.gcast.com/u/gmicksmith/main
http://www.gcast.com/u/gmicksmith/main
Nixon beats Senator Helen Gahagan Douglas
Nixon beats Senator Helen Gahagan Douglas
Early in his career, Nixon was seen as a "Red-bater," or one who was virulently anti-Communist. Nixon won.
Early in his career, Nixon was seen as a "Red-bater," or one who was virulently anti-Communist. Nixon won.
Nixon vs Kennedy, 1960 Presidential Election
Nixon vs Kennedy, 1960 Presidential Election
In one of the closest elections ever, Nixon ran against John Kennedy in the '60 election. He lost.
In one of the closest elections ever, Nixon ran against John Kennedy in the '60 election. He lost.
The Checker's Speech
Nixon - The Checker's Speech
Nixon ran into difficulties early on in his career. In this speech, he defends his integrity against accusations of financial wrong doing.
Nixon ran into difficulties early on in his career. In this speech, he defends his integrity against accusations of financial wrong doing.
Richard Nixon's remarkable comeback
Richard Nixon's remarkable comeback
As background on Nixon, view this video which features how Nixon came back from crushing political defeats.
As background on Nixon, view this video which features how Nixon came back from crushing political defeats.
Who was Richard Nixon? 'I am not a crook'
nixon 'i am not a crook'
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This is a short clip of Nixon's famous "I am not a crook" press conference.
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