Monday, October 20, 2014

Period 4

Unit Objectives and Schedule for Unit 4 - Period 4: 1800-1848 

Themes,Concept/Content, and HTS

Unsure if most have saved the previous handouts outlining the specific details of the themes and periodization.  These are critical in understanding the material being discussed and studied.  Attached is another format that outlines the key to the organization of the class and our course of study in preparation for the exam in May.
New Curriculum Framework for 2015 Exam

In addition here is a quick, easy summary of political parties in America.

Period 3 - Review Video

The Gilder Lehrman Institute has some good overviews of the "new" periodization that is outlined for the APUSH exam. Worth the watch - they are short.
Period Four 


Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Creating a Republican Culture

Assignment sheet contains active links for the artwork, websites, and readings.  Complete the steps outlined in preparation for class group discussion and HOH

Monday, October 13, 2014

Creating a New Nation

New Nation powerpoint

Marshall Court Study

Case Summaries and Documents  Don't print the entire document, but use for completing document analysis of the court cases.  Be sure to include specifics.  Last page is good summary of impact of Marshall's "court".
Marshall Court Assignment Sheet

Friday, October 10, 2014

Expansion Analysis

Respond to the following, provide evidence and support for your analysis.

What makes western expansion possible before 1800?  How did Indian groups respond to expansion?  How does the expansion foster regional identity?  What is the role of slavery in expansion AND in regional identity?

Respond to two other postings by explaining how their analysis either supports, refutes, or challenges your perspective.

Postings DUE by Thursday October 16th.

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Constitutional Debate Materials

To aid in your debate - please read the following information. The focus is slavery and the Constitution. The material outlines the different participants views

Friday, October 3, 2014

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Constitutional Convention Simulation


  1. Convention Introduction Simulation 
  2. Process and Requirements

Document Study

Tonight's document study teams:
Document 6-19
Joshua
Brooke
Ally
Sam
Alex
Tess
Adam

Document 6-20
Reece
Addie
Kelly
Cameron
Olivia
Jamie
Heather

Document 6-21
Madi
Alisha
Bailey
Sasha
Brianna
Sara
Shyanna
Tesla