Karl Marx and the Communist Manifesto (Blog #25)

Along with the Industrial Revolution came problems faced both socially and economically. With Laissez-Faire capitalism being the most prevalent economic model, a change slowly occured in response to the problems that arose due to industrialization. Utilitarianism, which is a backlash to the problems and states that when the government must get involved, then they should get involved for the greatest amount of good for the greatest amount of people. Socialism, is the next rung on the ladder which increased government control over industries. To finally, communism which is full control by the government in all economic matters.

Your Assignment:

1.) Who is/was Karl Marx
2.) What was the Communist Manifesto
3.) Briefly explain the difference between capitalism, utilitarianism, socialism, and communism

Due: Sunday 2/22/09 by 11:59p.m.

Reforming the Industrial World (Blog #24)

The Industrial Revolution led to economic, social, and political reforms. Many modern social welfare programs developed during this period of reform.

Your Assignment:

1.) Describe the difference between Capitalism and Socialism.
2.) Look at the chart on page 737. Consider the following people from the 19th-century Britain: factory worker, shop owner, factory owner, unemployed artisan. Which of them would be most likely to prefer capitalism and which would prefer socialism? Why?
3.) Which system of economic ideas seems most widespread today? Support your opinion.

Due: Sunday 3/7/10 by no later than 11:59p.m.

Industrialization Spreads (Blog #23)

The industrialization in Great Britain spread to other parts of the world. This Industrial Revolution set the stage for the growth of modern cities and a global economy.

Your Assignment:

1.) Explain what the consequences have been by the uneven spreading of industrialization to certain parts of the world.
2.) Name two countries that are "industrialized" and two that are not.
3.) What are some characteristics of those countries that are industrialized and those that are not.

Due: Sunday 2/8/09 by 11:59p.m.

Industrialization and it Effects (Blog #22)

The Industrial Revolution started in England and soon spread to other countries. The factory system changed the way people lived and worked, introducing a variety of problems.

Your Assignment:

1.) Explain the beginnings of industrialization in Britain. (25.1)
2.) Describe the social and economic effects of industrialization. (25.2)

Due: Sunday 2/1/09 by 11:59p.m.

World Standing of the United States (Blog #21)

With the 44th President of the United States being sworn in on Tuesday, January 20th 2009 the world is watching in anticipation. With Barack Obama being the first African American to occupy the highest office in the United States, let alone the World, other countries are looking to us for guidance.

Your Assginment:

What impact does the first African American being elected for president in the U.S. have on the way the rest of the world views the U.S.? Explain in detail your thoughts.

Due: Sunday 1/25/09 by 11:59p.m.

The Congress of Vienna (Blog #20)

After exiling Napoleon, European leaders at the Congress of Vienna tried to restore order and re-establish peace.

Your Assignment:

Explain what the Congress of Vienna is and what they tried to accomplish. Then research what the United Nations is and what they try to accomplish.

Due: Sunday 1/18/09 by 11:59p.m.

(Welcome Back!!) Napoleon's Empire Collapse (Blog #19)

Napoleon's conquests aroused nationalistic feelings across Europe and contributed to his downfall.

Your Assignment:

1). How did nationalism affect Napoleon's empire?
2). What evidence suggests that Napoleon was not a military genius?
3). Why would the French want Napoleon to return?

Due: Sunday 1/11/09 by 11:59p.m.