Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Eastern Religions

Students finished working on their Eastern Religions collages. They then discussed the religion they researched with their classmates. They took notes with the graphic organizer.

HOMEWORK:
Final draft of letter about Uganda. Bring with a stamped envelope DUE next class 4/14-15

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Presentations & Grades

Students began presenting their Humanitarian Organization research projects.

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HOMEWORK:
Asia Map DUE Monday 4/12

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

LiNK - North Korea

Students read a series of news stories about North Korea and responded to a few follow-up questions. Students also began working on maps of Asia. Students watched a documentary about the humanitarian crisis in North Korea being caused by the neglect of its dictator, Kim Jong Il. The documentary was part of an awareness campaign by the organization LiNK, Liberty in North Korea

HOMEWORK:
North Korea in the News - DUE Wed/Thurs (4/7-8)
Asia Maps DUE Monday (4/12)

Monday, April 5, 2010

Inside North Korea

Students watched clips from the film, Inside North Korea. Tomorrow they will attend a guest lecture from the human rights organization LiNK about current issues in North Korea and their efforts to improve the situation.

HOMEWORK:
Email or bring me your powerpoint ASAP.
Presentations - DUE Wednesday/Thursday 4/7-8

Friday, April 2, 2010

Research

Students continued researching planning their presentations.