What a Week!
-We discussed the strengths and weaknesses of the various theories regarding the origin of the first Americans.
-We read and collectively summarized a Scientific American article about a recent discovery that is bringing more of this subject to light. Check it out!: http://goo.gl/M9EblA
-We discussed Mayan, Aztec and Inca civilizations and looked for the textbook's descriptions and examples of their cities, science and industries.
-We also discussed Native American imagery and portrayals in popular culture, using this political cartoon as a starting point for discussion:
Next week: We will be looking at Native American culture groups within what is now the United States. This will have the students working in pairs to compare and contrast the various groups.
There will also be a quiz this Wednesday. Right now the plan is to give the quiz online via Canvas. The students will be given a Canvas account and will take the quiz using that platform. Once the accounts are set up, I will notify everyone and will send out log in information by request and on an individual basis so that parents can see the grades and the quiz itself instantaneously! Technology is a beautiful thing!
Should there be a situation where setting up Canvas (or a similar software like Coursesites) is not possible (hey, things happen!), a pen and paper version of the quiz will be given that day instead.
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