Monday, January 30, 2012

Tuesday, January 30, 2012

1. Use peer edit worksheet to give tips to classmates on presentations.

2. Finish presentation.

3. Be sure to post url.

4. If finished, go to http://www.freerice.com/#/english-vocabulary/1504 to help end world hunger.

Monday 1/30 Prezi Project

1. Finish the Prezi powerpoint presentation (say THAT 5 times fast!)
2. Using the rubric provided, you will self-grade your presentation and make any adjustments needed to improve your presentation
3. You will post the URL for your prezi powerpoint in the comments section below the original post from Friday.  To do this, you will have to set up a blogger account if you do not already have one.  Go to blogger.com, hit sign up, and follow the instructions.  Your display name is first initial, last name.  For example, my display name is ablais.  You do not have to create a blog now, just have an account.
4. If finished all of the above. you can work on saving lives on the following site: http://www.stopdisastersgame.org/en/home.html

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Exploring Model United Nations Friday 1/27

Using the links below, fill out the worksheet provided to learn about the Millennium Goals of the UN.

http://cyberschoolbus.un.org/

http://prezi.com/

You will post the URL of the prezi presentation in the comments section below by Wednesday, February 1st.  This is a solo project and represents the first project grade of the year. 

Model UN Syllabus

Overview


This semester course is designed to examine the history, structure and purpose of the United Nations. The course has three objectives:

1.to introduce students to the basics of the United Nations,

2.to help students develop an analytical perspective toward the successes and failures of global diplomacy, and

3.to introduce students to the manner in which the United Nations attempts to achieve its mission around the world.

Units

Part One: The Basics

1.General overview- The History of the UN

2.The Structure of the UN

Part Two: The Role of the United Nations

1.Peacekeeping and Security

2.Human Rights and Humanitarian Assistance

3.Social and Economic Development

4.International Cooperation

Part Three: The UN and the US

1.The United States Participation in the UN

2.Case Studies

3.Public Perception of the UN





Grading Criteria:

Papers, Projects - 50 %

Quizzes/Tests - 10/15%

Homework/Class work - 10 %

Participation 15 %

















Class Expectations:

· School rules apply within the classroom. This applies to such things as food and drink, cell phones, dress code, and cheating. If there are any questions about the policies of the school, please consult the student handbook or see me.

· Make up work due to absences are due the day of return unless otherwise noted by me. You are responsible for collecting any assignments that were handed out during your absence upon your return to school.

· Students missing a test due to an excused absence must make up the test after school on the day they return to school. Make-up exams may be in essay format and may be more challenging than the original exam. Students missing tests due to an unexcused absence may be ineligible to make up the exam.

· Late work will be given up to 50% credit if turned in the next class period after it is due. Any assignments turned in after this period will be graded but not given credit.

· Hall passes are for emergencies only. Please use the restroom before or after class. Visits to other teachers, guidance, the cafeteria, the gym, etc are not allowed during class.

· If there are ever any concerns, suggestions, problems, or need of extra help, I am more than happy to meet with you. I am available after school on Mondays and Wednesdays, or any other time by appointment