tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-180960902011-07-07T17:16:39.799-06:00A place for students to share ideas that are discussed in 11th grade Western Civilization.Alisonnoreply@blogger.comBlogger191100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1163790918006208502006-11-17T12:14:00.001-07:002006-11-17T12:15:18.006-07:00The Prince by Machiavelli- 6th Hour group 2<br />During this fishbowl there will be a discussion taking place on the inside of the fishbowl and a blogging discussion on the outside of the circle. As you are blogging on the outside of the circle you need to present higher level questions and comments that you have in regards to the reading. We will notice that the conversations will be different but will overlap themselves in areas. You are encourage to participate both on the inside and the outside of the circle.Remember, pose original thought provoking questions/comments that tie this piece of literature into the study of the Renaissance.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-116379091800620850?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com109tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1163790890954064762006-11-17T12:14:00.000-07:002006-11-17T12:14:51.006-07:00The Prince by Machiavelli- 6th Hour part 1<br />During this fishbowl there will be a discussion taking place on the inside of the fishbowl and a blogging discussion on the outside of the circle. As you are blogging on the outside of the circle you need to present higher level questions and comments that you have in regards to the reading. We will notice that the conversations will be different but will overlap themselves in areas. You are encourage to participate both on the inside and the outside of the circle.Remember, pose original thought provoking questions/comments that tie this piece of literature into the study of the Renaissance.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-116379089095406476?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com88tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1163712994919591432006-11-16T14:35:00.000-07:002006-11-17T12:12:56.213-07:00During this fishbowl there will be a discussion taking place on the inside of the fishbowl and a blogging discussion on the outside of the circle. As you are blogging on the outside of the circle you need to present higher level questions and comments that you have in regards to the reading. We will notice that the conversations will be different but will overlap themselves in areas. You are encourage to participate both on the inside and the outside of the circle.<br /><br />Remember, pose original thought provoking questions/comments that tie this piece of literature into the study of the Renaissance.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-116371299491959143?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com106tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1163712900969543672006-11-16T14:30:00.000-07:002006-11-16T14:35:00.996-07:00During this fishbowl there will be a discussion taking place on the inside of the fishbowl and a blogging discussion on the outside of the circle. As you are blogging on the outside of the circle you need to present higher level questions and comments that you have in regards to the reading. We will notice that the conversations will be different but will overlap themselves in areas. You are encourage to participate both on the inside and the outside of the circle. <br /><br />Remember, pose original thought provoking questions/comments that tie this piece of literature into the study of the Renaissance.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-116371290096954367?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com79tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1157561516327305132006-09-06T10:50:00.000-06:002006-09-06T10:51:56.330-06:00Plato's Allegory of The Cave Part Two<br />Same as the first, just so we have more then one posting to comment on.... Feel free to switch back and forth between part one and two.<br />Plato's The Allegory of the Cave" has been used as metaphor throughout time. As you blog in class think about some of the following questions and major ideas listed below. This is a scored blog; however, you will not just be scored on how many times you comment, but the uniqueness, originality, and creativity that you will bring to the discussion. Do not just comment without referencing the text or your peers. Read other comments and make connections to what your other classmates are saying. IT IS OKAY TO DISAGREE just support why. Do not repeat the same ideas that are presented by your peers. Use direct quotes from the reading, make connections and think outside the box. Most importantly have fun, and hope that our first experiment with the laptops goes well.Concepts/ideas to think about<br /><ul><li>What is truth according to Plato? </li><li>What do the prisoners inside the cave represent? </li><li>What is outside the cave? </li><li>What happens to someone that leaves the cave? </li><li>What determines truth? </li><li>What happens when one's truth is proven wrong? </li><li>What is reality?</li><li>Role of our senses </li><li>How does this tie into society today? </li><li>What are our caves? </li><li>Why did Plato write this?</li><li>Is it better to stay in the cave then leave the cave? </li><li>What is perceived of those who leave the cave?</li><li>What does the cave look like?</li><li>Can we connect this piece of work to Athenian government? Afterall, this was a chapter in Plato's Republic.</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-115756151632730513?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com64tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1157561373065457532006-09-06T10:47:00.000-06:002006-09-06T10:49:33.113-06:00Plato's The Allegory of the Cave" has been used as metaphor throughout time. As you blog in class think about some of the following questions and major ideas listed below. This is a scored blog; however, you will not just be scored on how many times you comment, but the uniqueness, originality, and creativity that you will bring to the discussion. Do not just comment without referencing the text or your peers. Read other comments and make connections to what your other classmates are saying. IT IS OKAY TO DISAGREE just support why. Do not repeat the same ideas that are presented by your peers. Use direct quotes from the reading, make connections and think outside the box. Most importantly have fun, and hope that our first experiment with the laptops goes well.Concepts/ideas to think about<br /><ul><li>What is truth according to Plato? </li><li>What do the prisoners inside the cave represent? </li><li>What is outside the cave? </li><li>What happens to someone that leaves the cave? </li><li>What determines truth? </li><li>What happens when one's truth is proven wrong? </li><li>What is reality?</li><li>Role of our senses </li><li>How does this tie into society today? What are our caves? </li><li>Why did Plato write this?</li><li>Is it better to stay in the cave then leave the cave? </li><li>What is perceived of those who leave the cave?</li><li>What does the cave look like?</li><li>Can we connect this piece of work to Athenian government? Afterall, this was a chapter in Plato's Republic.</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-115756137306545753?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com56tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1157503045920092402006-09-05T18:36:00.000-06:002006-09-05T18:37:25.923-06:00Same as the first, just so we have more then one posting to comment on.... Feel free to switch back and forth between part one and two.<br /><br />Plato's <span style="font-style: italic;">The Allegory of the Cave"</span> has been used as metaphor throughout time. As you blog in class think about some of the following questions and major ideas listed below. This is a scored blog; however, you will not just be scored on how many times you comment, but the uniqueness, originality, and creativity that you will bring to the discussion. Do not just comment without referencing the text or your peers. Read other comments and make connections to what your other classmates are saying. IT IS OKAY TO DISAGREE just support why. Do not repeat the same ideas that are presented by your peers. Use direct quotes from the reading, make connections and think outside the box. Most importantly have fun, and hope that our first experiment with the laptops goes well.<br /><br />Concepts/ideas to think about<br /><ul><li> What is truth according to Plato?</li><li> What do the prisoners inside the cave represent?</li><li>What is outside the cave?</li><li>What happens to someone that leaves the cave?</li><li>What determines truth?</li><li>What happens when one's truth is proven wrong?</li><li>What is reality?<br /></li><li>Role of our senses</li><li>How does this tie into society today? What are our caves? <br /></li><li>Why did Plato write this?<br /></li><li>Is it better to stay in the cave then leave the cave? <br /></li><li>What is perceived of those who leave the cave?<br /></li><li>What does the cave look like?<br /></li><li>Can we connect this piece of work to Athenian government? Afterall, this was a chapter in Plato's <span style="font-style: italic;">Republic</span>.<br /> </li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-115750304592009240?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com51tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1157502925877805572006-09-05T18:17:00.000-06:002006-09-05T18:35:25.913-06:00Plato's <span style="font-style: italic;">The Allegory of the Cave"</span> has been used as metaphor throughout time. As you blog in class think about some of the following questions and major ideas listed below. This is a scored blog; however, you will not just be scored on how many times you comment, but the uniqueness, originality, and creativity that you will bring to the discussion. Do not just comment without referencing the text or your peers. Read other comments and make connections to what your other classmates are saying. IT IS OKAY TO DISAGREE just support why. Do not repeat the same ideas that are presented by your peers. Use direct quotes from the reading, make connections and think outside the box. Most importantly have fun, and hope that our first experiment with the laptops goes well.<br /><br />Concepts/ideas to think about<br /><ul><li> What is truth according to Plato?</li><li> What do the prisoners inside the cave represent?</li><li>What is outside the cave?</li><li>What happens to someone that leaves the cave?</li><li>What determines truth?</li><li>What happens when one's truth is proven wrong?</li><li>What is reality?<br /></li><li>Role of our senses</li><li>How does this tie into society today? What are our caves? <br /></li><li>Why did Plato write this?<br /></li><li>Is it better to stay in the cave then leave the cave? <br /></li><li>What is perceived of those who leave the cave?<br /></li><li>What does the cave look like?<br /></li><li>Can we connect this piece of work to Athenian government? Afterall, this was a chapter in Plato's <span style="font-style: italic;">Republic</span>.<br /></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-115750292587780557?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com97tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1156882362832196862006-08-29T14:11:00.000-06:002006-08-30T10:50:52.346-06:00Welcome to Western Civilization Part One! Altough I know the majority of you from Freshman year, there are several of you that I am still awaiting to get to know. In doing so I would like to hear from each one of you about what you are expecting from this class, from myself and your classmates. For those of you who have taken my class before, there are a few changes that will be in place (i.e. blogging, weighted grades, labtops, gender specific classes etc) and I look forward to receiving feedback on what you like, dislike, and what can be improved.Please take a moment to comment on what your expectations are for this class, your expectations of yourself and your expectations of the teacher. I am interested in seeing what your goals are for this class and how I can assist you in reaching these goals. I look forward to getting to know each one of you as we embark on our journey!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-115688236283219686?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com61tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1146512331163021932006-05-01T13:30:00.000-06:002006-05-02T07:04:49.476-06:00After watching the film, <em>Conspiracy, </em>what are your initial reactions to the film. What suprised/shocked/angered you? What did you notice about the manner of the meeting (discussions/food/decorations/agenda/wording)? What topics of discussion surprised you?<br /><ul><li>How did Hitler's dream of Aryan supremacy become a nightmare? </li><li>How would 15 men decide the fate of 6 million lives?</li><li>How could these men agree to such an unfathomable decision?</li><li>What was the point of this meeting?</li><li>If you were a german citizen at this meeting, how might you have responded?</li></ul><p>Remember to comment at least one time in response to the questions stated above. Secondly, you must then comment in regards to someone else's comment. This is a group 3 blog but all are welcome to comment. </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-114651233116302193?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com36tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1144002644701222142006-04-02T12:17:00.000-06:002006-04-03T14:14:03.490-06:00Not sure if any of you watch Boston Legal, but one of the last episodes has sparked some great debate around the United States. Although this is not a U.S. history class, I still feel as though the discussions from this clip will be worthwhile to you.<br /><br />Go to the following website,<a href="http://www.wingsofjustice.com">http://www.wingsofjustice.com</a><br />then go to honorees, then go to the Boston Legal Clip that is the 2nd listing under the honoree page, and then click on the movie clip (aprox. 6 minutes) and post your comments.<br /><br />Things to consider- the role of government in a time of terror, the role of citizens living in a democratic nation, the bill of rights- are they limited/should they be limited/ who then decides, does protesting = a bad/unpatriotic person<br /><br />Think also about the limitations of government, especially since we are entering a stage of European history, where governments overpowered their people (end of WWI, WWII and the Cold War) and ruled without allowing any opposition....<br /><br />This is a group 2 blog, but all are welcome to comment... remember to not only comment but make reference to other comments and state why you agree/disagree etc... its always fun to play devils advocate!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-114400264470122214?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1142362922875683542006-03-14T11:57:00.000-07:002006-03-20T18:05:40.200-07:00Here is in interesting editorial that I found recently on Feminism<br /><a href="http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20060309/cm_csm/ybruno09">http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20060309/cm_csm/ybruno09</a><br /><br />Another website that I just found is regard to the Equal Rights Amendment. 35 states have ratified the amendment falling short of only three votes.... any idea why the remaining states have not ratified the amendment...espeically when well over 50% of the states have ratified the amendment...<br /><a href="http://www.equalrightsamendment.org/ratified.htm">http://www.equalrightsamendment.org/ratified.htm</a><br /><br />Here is a chart that shows the pay rate difference between men and women (includes race as well). <a href="http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0197814.html">http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0197814.html</a><br /><br />What are your comments in regard to these articles and our class discussion on Feminism?<br /><br />Reminder: this is a group one required blog, but the blog is open for anyone else to discuss!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-114236292287568354?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com67tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1142209799020412782006-03-12T17:24:00.000-07:002006-03-12T17:32:59.340-07:00I came across these articles and found them both very interesting.... especially after our talk about living in a capitalistic society- one that rewards those who work the hardest...<br /><br />If your interested please read and share your comments... I would be interested to hear what you think.<br /><br /><a href="http://news.yahoo.com/s/usatoday/20060308/cm_usatoday/foronceblamethestudent">http://news.yahoo.com/s/usatoday/20060308/cm_usatoday/foronceblamethestudent<br /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.trealease-on-reading.com/no-dentist.html">http://www.trelease-on-reading.com/no-dentist.html</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-114220979902041278?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1140213116333784412006-02-17T14:32:00.000-07:002006-02-17T14:56:04.343-07:00Students...<br /><br />It has been asked of me to share the Arapahoe High School Blog policy with all of you. Please take the time to read this policy and then just comment that you agree or diagree so that I know that you have read the policy. <a title="http://arapahoe.littletonpublicschools.net/goto/AHS_Blogging_Policy" href="http://arapahoe.littletonpublicschools.net/goto/AHS_Blogging_Policy">http://arapahoe.littletonpublicschools.net/goto/AHS_Blogging_Policy</a><br /><br />** For those of you who are using your last name in your DISPLAY name, please change this now!!!! *** See me if you need to know how to do this!<br /><br /><br />As many of you might be aware, there as been several reports of teenagers and blogging and some of the risks that could be involved. For example <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/7668788/">http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/7668788/</a><br />and <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/11165576/">http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/11165576/</a><br /><br />This is just a friendly reminder to use "good" judgement when participating in an internet blog.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-114021311633378441?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com42tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1140208533029555222006-02-17T13:24:00.000-07:002006-02-17T13:39:19.483-07:00For those of you who did not have the opportunity to comment during class today or who want to contribute more than you did, you may do so under this blog. There were several questions and ideas that were discussed today,<br /><ul><li>How does Modest Proposal tie into industrialism?</li><li>What role does religion play in this satire (what is a papist?)?</li><li>Who was Swift (Protestant, Irish Upper Class) and how might this influence his proposal?</li><li>What is Swift "making fun of"? </li><li>What is Swift really proposing? Why does he use Satire?</li><li>What is Swift saying about the English, the Irish?</li></ul><p>Your assignment is to comment in regards to these questions, making reference to what was discussed in class and the text. You might also think about researching some historical information in regards to the text (who Swift was, what was the situation in Ireland at this time). Here is a link that will get you started.... <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Modest_Proposal">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Modest_Proposal</a></p><p>You must also open this up to a "fishbowl on line" meaning that you not just comment once but a variety of times (especially those of you who did not comment) making reference to other people's comments. </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-114020853302955522?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com73tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1139184687975917232006-02-05T16:53:00.000-07:002006-02-06T11:59:05.746-07:00Based on our discussions from the Napoleon Movie, your textbook and the 2 pictures (see links below) should Napoleon be considered a fulfillment to the French Revolution or an antithesis of the French Revolution?<br /><br />Use the pictures to support your answer. What do each picture represent? How do the pictures symbolize both Napoleon and the Revolution?<br /><br />1) <span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,0);font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:78%;" ><span style="font-size:100%;"><a href="http://www.paintingstogo.com/david/napoleon.jpg">Bonaparte at the Grand-Saint-Bernard Pass </a>(notice the other names on the stones.. i.e. Hannibal)</span> </span><br /><a href="http://www.paintingstogo.com/david/napoleon.jpg"></a><br />2) <a href="http://www.paintingstogo.com/david/coronation_of_napoleon.jpg">The Coronation of Napoleon </a><a href="http://www.paintingstogo.com/david/coronation_of_napoleon.jpg">http://www.paintingstogo.com/david/coronation_of_napoleon.jpg</a><br /><br /><br />The following link talks about these and other Napoleon paintings..... <a href="http://www.napoleon.org/en/essential_napoleon/key_painting/premier_empire.asp">http://www.napoleon.org/en/essential_napoleon/key_painting/premier_empire.asp</a><br /><br /><br />Did Napoleon fufill the original goals of the French Revolutiion that were established at the Tennis Court Oath?<br /><br />Did the goals of the French revolution change over time? Why or why not?<br /><br />Is Napoleon considered to be a hero? Why or why not?<br /><br />This is required for Group 3, however, all can participate. Remember you must comment and also make reference to someone else's comment. It is okay to diagree with your classmates!!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-113918468797591723?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1138143924539539172006-01-24T15:51:00.000-07:002006-01-24T16:05:24.590-07:00As we study the French Revolution, I want you to think about what a revolution is and whether or not a revolution can be justified. In your opinion what is a revolution ( what are the steps for a revolution, the goal of a revolution) and secondly what makes a revolution justified? You might think about revolutions today, who should start the revolution, is it not justified until the final outcome is assessed, who decides whether or not it is justified.... <br /><br />Thomas Jefferson once said that a revolution must occur every 20 years. Link onto the following site and read the top section to support your opinion. <br /><a href="http://www.mensnewsdaily.com/archive/p/pawlik/03/pawlik082403.htm">http://www.mensnewsdaily.com/archive/p/pawlik/03/pawlik082403.htm</a><br /><br />Along with stating your opinion, you are required to not only comment on my post, but another one of your classmates comment. I am trying to encourage more of a dialogue on the blog, then a single comment. Remember, if you diagree or agree with another comment, support why you are agreeing or disagreeing with them.<br /><br />Reminder... this is required for group 2, however, all western civ students may comment!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-113814392453953917?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com39tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1137529639125141032006-01-17T13:10:00.000-07:002006-01-17T13:27:20.123-07:00Your homework check for last week was to bring in a quote that you believed symbolized or defined the Enlightenment. After reading your quotes, I thought I would share with you a few of them, and would like you to further the discussion on how the following quotes symbolized or defined the Enlightenment. Pick at least one quote to discuss and feel free to respond to comments made by others. You only have to comment one time, however, I would encourage you to not only respond to the quote(s), but the comments of your fellow classmates....<br /><br />Another topic of discussion would be discuss how these quotes defined the period of the enlightenment and if they are relevant today.<br /><br />Quote 1: "I have never met a man so ignorant that I couldn't learn something from him." - Galileo<br /><br />Quote 2: "I dissaprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it." - Voltaire<br /><br />Quote 3: "Curiosity is the lust of the mind." Hobbes<br /><br />Quote 4: "All mankind... being all equal and independant, no one ought to harm another in his life, helath, liberty, or possessions." - Locke<br /><br />Please comment by Monday January 23.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-113752963912514103?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com38tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18096090.post-1137528573904246652006-01-17T13:01:00.000-07:002006-01-17T13:09:33.906-07:00Welcome to Western Civilization Part Two! Altough I know the majority of you, there are several of you that I am still awaiting to get to know. In doing so I would like to hear from each one of you about what you are expecting from this class, from myself and your classmates. For those of you who have taken my class before, there are a few changes that will be in place (i.e. blogging) and I look forward to receiving feedback on what you like, dislike, and what can be improved.<br />Please take a moment to comment on what your expectations are for this class, your expectations of yourself and your expectations of the teacher. I am interested in seeing what your goals are for this class and how I can assist you in reaching these goals. I look forward to getting to know each one of you as we embark on our journey! <br /><br />Please post to this blog by Wed January 25th.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/18096090-113752857390424665?l=mcbridewc.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Alisonnoreply@blogger.com80