Monthly Archives: December 2015

Final Items for the Final :-)

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There was an 8 point curve overall- which was generous on my part because there were 2 outliers (Happy Holidays to you!- you’re welcome!)

I love all of you dearly, but if that did not “bump” you up to the next grade category, please do not email me.  Remember, there have been plenty of helpers along the way that did not have to be there (test corrections, the final 8 point curve, extra credit, FRQ corrections for the first test, etc.).  This helped you and put you where you were, so without those, your grade would be lower.  Enjoy your break! See you in 2016!

1st Period Globalization HW

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1st Period Globalization HW

Learning Objective:

Use Networks to leverage the connections between ideas, people, and places

Read: I, Pencil  http://www.econlib.org/library/Essays/rdPncl1.html

This incredible essay provides a short narrative that highlights ideas of connectivity, cooperation, and globalization. Focus on how this narrative exemplifies the learning objective.

Read: Scientists Looking to Solve the Problem of Slums… http://txchnologist.com/post/41201839670/scientists-looking-to-solve-the-problem-of-slums

This short article introduces a scientific approach to understanding and addressing problems related to informal urban settlements (Slums). In class, we will further explore issues common to slums as well as potential ways of addressing these issues.

Optional

If you found the work on Slums interesting, check out the Santa Fe Institute Website or this primary research paper.

Science of Learning Tip: While reading, it is extremely important to apply the two core science of learning principles: Think it Through and Make and Use Associations. Both can be practiced by pausing periodically while reading and asking oneself questions such as:

-What topics from Human Geography relate to what I am reading?
-How might application of today’s learning objectives help me better understand these issues?
-What topics in the reading am I unfamiliar with? What do I know that I can connect with these new topics?
-What are possible second order effects of the topics being discussed?