American Revolution (Blog #13)

Enlightenment ideas helped spur the American colonies to shed British rule and create a new nation. The revolution created a republic, the United States of America, that became a model for many nations of the world.


Your Assignment:

1.) To better understand the events that led to the American Revolution, come up with 3 causes of the Revolution that led to the break out of the war and explain them in detail.


Due: Sunday 11/22/09 by no later than 11:59pm

Veteran's Day (Blog #12)

Whether it's peacetime or wartime, it's always important to understand that Veterans Day means more than just a program at the school. Patriotism is a value that must be taught and modeled for students and adults alike. By taking some time to give this sentiment even deeper meaning in the classroom, a deeper foundation will be built to be a proud and contributing citizens of our country.


Your Assignment:
*Answer three of the five questions. If you want to answer them all, go right ahead*

What do you think Veteran's Day is for?
Why is it important?
What does the word 'veteran' mean?
Do you have any relatives or acquaintances that are veterans?
Have they heard any first-person stories about wartime?


******Do not forget that these individuals who are fighting right now are heroes who will be honored during future Veterans Day celebrations after finishing their service.******


Due: Sunday 11/15/09 by no later than 11:59pm

Relationship between Ruler and State

Enlightenment ideas spread through the Western World and profoundly influenced government. An "Enlightened" problem-solving approach to government and society prevails in modern civilization today.

Your Assignment:

1.) Explain the relationship between ruler and state. The old idea vs. new idea.

2.) Why must all rulers balance their philosophical goals with practical concerns about support from the people of their state.


Due: Sunday 11/8/09 by no later than 11:59pm

Enlightenment Ideals influece on Democracy (Blog #10)

American democracy was a logical outgrowth of Enlightenment ideas. These ideas formed the basic foundation of the fledgling American Government.

Your Assignment:

Explain some of the enlightenment ideas in 22.2 and how they helped form our democracy that we enjoy today. (Make sure you hit on enlightenment thinkers and what ideals they came up with. Also, explain democracy and how that ties in with these ideals.)


Due: By Sunday 11/1/o9 no later than 11:59p.m.

Core Beliefs of Philosophers (Blog #9)

To understand the views of different Enlightenment philosophers, you will need to identify 3 philosophers and analyze their core beliefs.

Your assignment: Name 3 philosophers and 3 core beliefs. Make sure you explain each core belief.


Due: Sunday 10/25/09 by no later than 11:59 p.m.

The Scientific Revolution (Blog #8)

In the mid-1500's, scientists began to question accepted beliefs and make new theories based on experimentation. Such questioning led to the development of the scientific method still used today.

Your assignment is to answer the following three questions from chapter 22, section 1 on pages 623-628:

1. Why do you think historians use the word revolution to describe this period of change?
2. In what way did Copernicus's theory contradict religious views?
3. How was the scientific method of exploring ideas different from looking to history for answers?

Due: Sunday 10/18/09 by no later than 11:59 p.m.

Interactive World History Topic (Blog #7)

I am going to open it up for debate on whatever topic you want to blog about. Pick a WORLD HISTORY related topic and state your opinion/thoughts on that topic. Your topic could be tied to anything that is happening in the world today and relate it back to what took place in history. Then look around at your classmates blogs and comment/reply to their post. Agree/disagree, let them know your opinion/thoughts on their topic. Make sure you pick out 2 of your classmates and respond to their post. (You will get 1 point for your post, and 1 each for your responses to your classmates.) Good luck!

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