Today we started with the Chapter 31 Quiz, then proceeded to talk about some of the highlights of the Reagan Administration.  We first focused on the outcomes of Reagan's economic policies then explored some of the issues surrounding the Iran-Contra affair.

Make sure you have chapter 32 ready for tomorrow!  Also, I am attaching the list of required assignments for this Thursday's binder check!

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Today we wrote our first of two in-class DBQ's in the DBQ 1 window.  This weekend, make sure that you finish up the textbook notes for Chapter 31.  Don't forget to have Chapter 32 ready for Tuesday as well, since these are your last two chapters and you have two quizzes remaining as well!

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Today's topic was the latter half of the 1970's.  We began by reading and analyzing the introductions to two different historical works on the 1970's, one an academic history and the other a popular history.  We then examined the outcomes and legacy of the Camp David Accords and finished up the day with a brief discussion and document analysis over the Iran Hostage Crisis of 1979.

Don't forget, tomorrow is your first, full, in-class DBQ!  Review your notes on writing DBQ's!

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In a much more traditional style lesson than normal today we discussed the Nixon Administration, specifically focused on the question of whether he was a conservative or liberal president in his policies and actions as president.  Tonight you need to be sure you have read and taken notes over section 30.5 in preparation for tomorrow's focus on the remainder of the 1970's and the Carter Administration.

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Today we took some more time to break down your first efforts with DBQ's.  Turn in your revisions to body paragraph tomorrow along with all of the writing work we did and the in class revisions from yesterday.  After dealing with the DBQ's, we explored the legacy of the Great Society programs through a set of primary sources.

Tonight, you need to finish the textbook reading (the class calendar has been correctly updated) and read the selection "Conservatism begins in the Sixties" which can be found under activities in Period 8.

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Today was dedicated to working in depth with a practice DBQ. Please remember to finish up tonight and look over the scoring guide Mr. Richardson posted below. Also, don’t forget to finish up your online portion of the last scored discussion tonight!  And lastly, have the textbook readings ready to go tomorrow as well. 

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Good work with your practice DBQ today!  
This was based on the 2014 AP Exam.  Please look over your writing tonight and compare it to this scoring document.  The rubric has changed, but consider the extent to which you succeeded with respect to: formulating an argument, analyzing documents, integrating SFI, and in relation to the scored examples given at the bottom.

I was out today, I've been fighting a bug and I'm still loosing :(

You focused on some particular elements of the Cold War in class today, completing a DocBlock analysis of George Orwell's essay You and the Atomic Bomb.  You also completed a set of stations examining particular Cold War events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and American intervention in Guatemala through sets of primary source documents.

Don't forget tonight to finish up the textbook readings for tomorrow (see the class calendar for details).  Also, I apologize for the mix-up with the online discussion board from the last scored discussion.  It is now active and will remain open through NEXT Monday, 12/4.

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Today we looked at Teens and their influence on American culture in the 1950's.  If you did not finish the document analysis with this activity, you can find it at the top of Period 8 Activities.  Next, we looked at gender roles in the 50's, especially the changes in expectations and opportunities for women.  We ended the day with an analysis of some media representations of gender roles.  I've included some images below to help you see what those jobs offered to Lucy and Ethel before they ended up in the chocolate factory were like in case you were interested.

Please remember the chapter readings due after the break.  There was a typo on the directions sheet which I have corrected below!  Also, look at the post from earlier today with an additional opportunity for mastery open to everyone!  Have a Great Break!

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Textbook readings due Monday:

• Section 28.2
• Section 28.3 up to page 845
• Section 29.1 from page 866 “Kennedy the Cold Warrior” to page 869 heading “Vietnam”

Comptometer Operator:  The comptometer was an early mechanical calculator
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PBX Operator:  PBX operators worked the phone switchboards for large buildings or companies

As an optional Mastery assignment, you may read Lee Sandlin's essay, "Losing the War."  I hope you enjoy reading this - it is an incredible mix of cultural and military history.  As always, be a critical reader: how does this compare with, and support, modify, or contradict that which you have read about American involvement in WWII?

Prepare a typical scored discussion pre-write, though we will not have the in-class component.  Be prepared to share your reflection on Monday when we're back.  This will be a mastery Quiz grade.
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Have a lovely Thanksgiving break!