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EQ: How does religion influence the development of culture and government systems?
Essential Skills:
HS.H 1.5: Explain how religions and belief systems have affected the origins of societies.
HS.H 3.2 Analyze how ideologies, religion, and belief systems have influenced economic, political, and social institutions over time
Identify key texts, founders, religious leaders, and places of worship of the major world religions. (DOK 3)
I can research and record factual information about six world religions.
Agenda: World Religions
During this unit, we will be using historical thinking skills to gain an understanding of differing belief systems and begin to speculate how religion influences historical events. After all, if there’s understanding of what a group of people believes in, their decisions and actions make a little more sense!
Assignment: Wheel of World Religions
Now that we have the main religions sections comleted, we are going to add a few more elements to the Wheel of World Religions.
You will need to create a cover for your wheel that fits over the top. Be sure to cut out a section that allows you to see each religion wedge one at a time – see the photo below for guidance on how to shape your cover. Your cover should be decorated and then attached.
On the back of the wheel we will be adding two elements: Video facts and the answer to a question.
Video: The Biggest Religions in the World.
Watch the video below and add 5 facts on the back of your wheel. Your facts should include information about at least 3 different relgions or regions mentioned in the video.
Think About It:
Why do you think religion has such a large role in most cultures and civilizations throughout history?
Example Photos:
We finished up the main sections for each religion on the wheel, but if you need to go back in fill in some empty spaces, you can use the textbook.
Resources: Physical copies of the textbook will be provided in class, but there is also a digital copy of the textbook available.
Click on the gear button and look for Patterns of Interaction.
A slideshow will pop up of the entire textbook.
A special World Religion section begins on page 284. You’ll have to scroll until you hit the page number – you’ll see it in the bottom corner of each page (not the slide #). It’s a pain at first, but you’ll get the hang of it in no time!
EQ: How does religion influence the development of culture and government systems?
Essential Skills:
HS.H 1.5: Explain how religions and belief systems have affected the origins of societies.
HS.H 3.2 Analyze how ideologies, religion, and belief systems have influenced economic, political, and social institutions over time
Identify key texts, founders, religious leaders, and places of worship of the major world religions. (DOK 3)
I can research and record factual information about six world religions.
Agenda: World Religions
During this unit, we will be using historical thinking skills to gain an understanding of differing belief systems and begin to speculate how religion influences historical events. After all, if there’s understanding of what a group of people believes in, their decisions and actions make a little more sense!
Assignment: Wheel of World Religions
We are in the process of creating a fun little project that summarizes the basic concepts of the world’s major religions. See yesterday’s post for further instructions on creating the Wheel of World Religions.
Today we will focus on continuing to complete the wheel pictured below and researching the next three religions on the wheel. We will be turning in only hard copies for this assignment, unless you are absent for the entirety of the project (in that case, contact me!).
Keep scrolling for more details …
Today’s sections are Judaism, Islam, and Confucianism. The section for Buddhism lists what information is required to complete all sections – just follow the symbols to complete the wedge for each religion.
Resources: Physical copies of the textbook will be provided in class, but there is also a digital copy of the textbook available.
Judaism: pg. 292
Islam: pg. 290
Confucianism pg. 294
Click on the gear button and look for Patterns of Interaction.
A slideshow will pop up of the entire textbook.
A special World Religion section begins on page 284. You’ll have to scroll until you hit the page number – you’ll see it in the bottom corner of each page (not the slide #). It’s a pain at first, but you’ll get the hang of it in no time!
EQ: How does religion influence the development of culture and government systems?
Essential Skills:
HS.H 1.5: Explain how religions and belief systems have affected the origins of societies.
HS.H 3.2 Analyze how ideologies, religion, and belief systems have influenced economic, political, and social institutions over time
Identify key texts, founders, religious leaders, and places of worship of the major world religions. (DOK 3)
I can research and record factual information about six world religions.
Agenda: World Religions
During this unit, we will be using historical thinking skills to gain an understanding of differing belief systems and begin to speculate how religion influences historical events. After all, if there’s understanding of what a group of people believes in, their decisions and actions make a little more sense!
Assignment: Wheel of World Religions
We will be creating a fun little project that summarizes the basic concepts of the world’s major religions.
Today we will focus on setting up the wheel pictured below and researching the first two religions on the wheel.
A template, paper, and markers will be provided in class. If you are absent, you may make the wheel using what you have at home (just try the best you can!). You will create your own visuals for the top of the wheel and be sure to add your name! We will be turning in only hard copies for this assignment, unless you are absent for the entirety of the project (in that case, contact me!)
Once you have your wheel set up, begin the process of completing the sections for Buddhism and Christianity. The section for Buddhism lists what information is required to complete the section. The same process repeats for Christianity (just follow the symbols!).
Resources: Physical copies of the textbook will be provided in class, but there is also a digital copy of the textbook available.
Buddhism: pg. 284
Christianity: pg. 286
Hinduism: pg. 288
Click on the gear button and look for Patterns of Interaction.
A slideshow will pop up of the entire textbook.
A special World Religion section begins on page 284. You’ll have to scroll until you hit the page number – you’ll see it in the bottom corner of each page (not the slide #). It’s a pain at first, but you’ll get the hang of it in no time!
Objective: Review maps and vocabulary in preparation for tomorrow’s test!
Review: We played games to help get ready for Wednesday’s big test! If you were absent, study your maps, play the online games linked below and in the What To Do Tonight section.
Blooket!!
Who will win the race?? Let’s see! Click on the class link below to play. You will get a join code in class.
Extra Credit: Don’t forget about the chunk of extra credit that’s available if you’re willing to get a song stuck in your head…Make a list of all the mistakes. It’s also a really great review! 🙂
What To Do Tonight:
Finish your map packet! If it’s not done by now, I’m freaking out for you.
🙂 STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! 🙂
Study your map packet or click on the links below and work through each continent game.
HS.G 1.1 : Use geographic data to explain and analyze relationships between locations of place and regions.
HS.G 1.2: Use geospatial tools and related technologies to construct relevant geographic data to explain spatial patterns and relationships.
DOK1: Define and explain how to read and interpret a map. (e.g physcial, political, topographical).
DOK2: Demonstrate an apporpriate use of an atlas.
I can define key geography vocabulary terms.
Agenda: Quick Review & Geography Glossary
Can we pass the quiz?
Time for another map break! Once again, we are going to let the map details sink a little as we shift our focus on some more vocabulary terms.
Today we are going to continue the process of creating an illustrated glossary of geography vocabulary.
You will be working with another set of 10 vocabulary words today, which are listed in the document below, along with directions on the options for completing your illustrated glossary.
Each vocabulary terms will require a definition and a visual that shows what the word means. Some words are in your notes, while others will require a little research. Big Hint: Make sure your definitions relate to geography!
Once you get all of your vocabulary words defined, make sure you organize your word and definitions into a little project of your choice. See the idea list on the document below. A simple google doc isn’t enough, so get creative!
Vocabulary List: Day 3
Once you finish your project, attach the necessary files to the assignment in google classroom and hit submit.
What To Do Tonight:
Finish today’s vocabulary list as well as all previous lists. Turn in your glossary project!
HS.G 1.1 : Use geographic data to explain and analyze relationships between locations of place and regions.
HS.G 1.2: Use geospatial tools and related technologies to construct relevant geographic data to explain spatial patterns and relationships.
DOK1: Define and explain how to read and interpret a map. (e.g physcial, political, topographical).
DOK2: Demonstrate an apporpriate use of an atlas.
I can define key geography vocabulary terms.
Agenda: International News
It’s a big world out there! Every day, things are happening in every corner of the world. World events often have more impact on you than you might think! In addition, getting a sense of of what is happening somewhere other than where you live, helps you to understand the world we all live in a little bit better.
Assignment: International News Hunt
Grab a piece of paper and complete the assignment below using online sources. There are a number of credible news sources based in the U.S., but I would also recommend branching out and searching news sources based in other parts of the world. They will feature different stories that are more strongly aligned to a particular region’s interests. You’ll get a more unique perspective!
Upload a photo of your work to the assignment and Google Classroom and hit submit!
Once you think you’ve correctly labeled and colored your map, come and see me for a passport stamp. I’ll be reviewing your map with the following guidelines in mind:
If your map does not meat these criteria I will send you back to fix it!
A passport stamps means you’ve got full credit on your map. Collect all 8 to complete your trip around the world. 🙂
Can you pass this geography quiz?
What To Do Tonight:
Finish up any maps you are missing! The test will be on Tuesday, 9/13.
Work on illustrated geography vocabulary glossary.
Don’t forget about Yakko’s Nations of the World Song extra credit!
Once you think you’ve correctly labeled and colored your map, come and see me for a passport stamp. I’ll be reviewing your map with the following guidelines in mind:
If your map does not meat these criteria I will send you back to fix it!
A passport stamps means you’ve got full credit on your map. Collect all 8 to complete your trip around the world. 🙂
What To Do Tonight:
Finish up any maps you are missing! The test will be on (fill in date).
Work on illustrated geography vocabulary glossary.
Don’t forget about Yakko’s Nations of the World Song extra credit!
World History Guild 