Global Studies 2011-2012 Ms. Meinders Global Studies 2011-2012 Ms. Meinders September World Mindedness & Geography Takes You Everywhere What is global citizenship? What are human rights? What is the United Nations? How can an individual make a difference? Important World & Geographical Features What story do maps and globes tell? How can where you live effect how you live? Why is Where important? October/November Maine Studies~ Learning Locally Is Maine the way life should be? How are laws made in the state of Maine? What’s in your mouth? Portland service & international field trip December Quality of Life Is life fair for all people?, How does opportunity affect day-to-day life? How can I make a difference? January/February Government & Economic Systems What purposes are served by a government system? Is there a need for government? What is power? Do we need laws? Does the diversity of government & economic systems make the world a better place? March/April Exploring East Asia How do I learn and teach others? Why should we study other cultures?, Who are the Heroes in a culture? What are significant symbols and icons? May/June Forces of Conflict & Cooperation- Middle East Area Studies Who are the bullies? Why do people fight? Is conflict inevitable? What is worth fighting for? Who are the Heroes in a culture? What are significant symbols and icons? Global Studies Reporting 2011-2012 1. Approaches to Learning/Work Habits//Preparation to learn A. Organized ~ Bring to class: *planner *binder/notebook *writing utensils *laptop *class handouts **Meets deadlines, arrives to class on time B. Alert & active in class wide discussions and activities C. Works well within groups D. Respectful of others E. Positive attitude toward class work and classroom-tries to complete your best quality work, takes responsibility for absent work, helpful F. Reflect on your abilities and strategies to improve 2. Achievement A. Homework & Class work B. Quizzes C. Tests & Projects
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