Monday, November 24, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving! (Blog #14)

In the spirit of giving thanks, I thought we could have a blog assignment all about being thankful! In this post I would like for you to add a couple of comments on things you are thankful for. Then comment on at least 2 of your classmates posts.

I hope all of your thanksgiving breaks go well!

Check out this link for fun and exciting historical facts about thanksgiving:

http://www.history.com/minisites/thanksgiving/

Due Date: By Sunday 11/30/08 at 11:59p.m.

Monday, November 17, 2008

Enlightenment to Democracy (Blog #13)

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

Your Assignment:

Explain, in your own words, why or how these enlightenment ideas helped in forming our democracy that we enjoy today. (Make sure you hit on both enlightenment ideals and what they are. Also, explain democracy and how that ties in with these ideals.)

Due: By Sunday 11/23/o8 at 11:59p.m.

Monday, November 10, 2008

Changes in Art, Music and Literature! (Blog #12)

Enlightenment ideas spread through the Western world and profoundly influenced the arts and government.

Your Assignment:

Explain how Enlightenment ideas spread throughout Europe. (Look in your book, and/or research on the internet)

Due: Sunday 11/16/08 by 11:59 p.m.

Monday, November 3, 2008

Reaction To The Election Of 2008!! (Blog #11)

With the historical election of 2008 upon us, many will have strong feelings as to the results and the subsequent direction of our country.

Your Assignment:

React to the campaigns, the election itself, and the results. Also, do not forget about the other positions of office up for grabs, as well as the different measures that voters will be deciding upon. Make sure and comment on others comments and posts.

**Please be respectful and do not violate the posting rules. Those who violate these rules will not be published and will receive a 0/3.


Due: Sunday 11/9/o8 by 11:59 p.m.

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Core Beliefs of Philosophers (Blog #10)

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 11/2/08 by 11:59 p.m.

***Note 1 point will be taken off for each day late.

Monday, October 20, 2008

Guest Speaker Comments (Blog #8)

On Friday we had a guest speaker, Hamadi, come and visit. He talked about everything from where he was born, to differences of culture. If you have a comment about our speaker or further questions that need assistance, please leave them here!

(Don't forget to make a comment here and receive 3 points for Blog #8)

Due: By Sunday 10/26/08 No later than 11:59 p.m.

Final Quarter 1 Blog!! (Blog #9)

Wow, to think it is already the end of the first quarter is crazy. I guess the saying holds true when talking about our blogs, time really does fly by when your having fun.

Ok, now for your assignment. This last week of Quarter 1, 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: By Sunday 10/26/08 11:59 p.m.