December 20

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will simply be studying for the Final Exam.  This is our last class day together and your last day to get any questions answered by me, if you have any.  If you feel the need to study for another class, that is totally acceptable.  However, I do expect you all to use this time in class today to study!  Take advantage of this time so that you may be less stressed at home.  Finals are a natural part of high school so its good to get used to the system and do your best this first time around!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Work in groups to review for the Final Exam

Agenda:

1. Final Review

Homework:

1. Study for the Final Exam!
1. Final Study Guide

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Good luck on your first day of finals tomorrow!  Make sure to get a good night of sleep, it is more valuable to you than cramming into the late hours of the night.  Have a great evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-20-16

December 15

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will wrap up our discussion of political ideologies and the political spectrum.  You will be taking an online survey to see where your political ideologies fall.  This can be a very fun, interesting, and informative task if you spend the time to do it right!  I'm really interested in seeing your results :)  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Better understand modern political thought through engagement in online surveys and analyzing peer data regarding their political stance
2. Work in groups to review for the Final Exam

Agenda:

1. Turn in History Today Comp Books
2. Survey/Polls:  Political Themes, Parties, and Ideology
3. Final Review

Homework:

1. Study for the Final Exam!
1. Final Study Guide

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen.  Don't forget to study for the Final Exam!  I won't see you again until Tuesday of next week so if you have any questions you need to ask them ASAP (as soon as possible)!  Have a great weekend everyone!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-15-16 PPT

Weekly Announcements

December 13

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will review the EDpuzzle video and continue to discuss the different government and economic systems in the world.  We will also be discussing the political spectrum and different ideologies that populate this world.  A lot more fun times for today!  Looking forward to our riveting discussions!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Examine governmental and economic concepts through viewing a PPT video and responding to questions
2. Discuss political ideologies and where they fall on a political spectrum

Agenda:

1. History Today
2. Review: Govt/Econ Video Notes
3. Start: Politics DIscussion
1. Political Spectrum

Homework:

1. NONE

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Finals are almost upon us!  Hope you are starting to study for your final exams :)  Have a wonderful evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-13-16 PPT

December 12

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be discussing our last topic of the semester before our Final Exam.  This week we will be talking about Government and Economic systems.  This is a fun and interesting topic that can help explain the world around us.  I can't wait to see what you all think!  Always great to see you all, hope you had a great weekend!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Examine governmental and economic concepts through viewing a powerpoint video and responding to questions

Agenda:

1. History Today
2. Independent Notes:  Government and Economic System

Homework:

1. Finish Notes/EDpuzzle

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen.  Hope that you learned something new today, we will be going into more detail on these topics over the next few days.  Have a great evening!

live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-12-16 PPT

Gale issues

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

A few of you have emailed me about issues with logging in to Gale in order to finish your Research Projects.  I will be willing to give you additional time to finish and turn it in but you must get it submitted to Google Classroom by Tuesday at 11:59pm.

Mr. Marchetti

December 8

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Unfortunately I will be unable to be with you today.  I unexpectedly got pulled out for a Professional Development meeting.  However, today is a pretty easy day.  You simply need to work on, and finish, the Research Workshop Project and submit it to Google Classroom.  I hope that you are all doing your best to accomplish each task and learn the various methodologies associated with conducting proper research.  I miss you all and hope that you have a good day!

Objectives:

1. Complete a multifaceted project in which students identify source types, search for information, identify plagiarized material, and practice proper citation.

Agenda:

1. Finish: Research Workshop Project
2. HTC

Homework:

1. Submit Research Workshop Project to Google Classroom Friday at 11:59pm

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen.  Make sure you follow all the substitute's directions and get your work done.  This is a big project to have to finish at home if you waste your time in class.  I look forward to seeing you all again soon!   Have a great weekend!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-8-16 PPT

Weekly Announcements

December 6

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will continue our discussion and workshop on proper methods of conducting research.  This is an important skill to develop so be sure to pay attention and apply yourself to the webquest practice.  We are so close to the end of the semester, keep up the great work!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Discuss the process of research with an emphasis on plagiarism and proper citation methods
2. Complete a multifaceted project in which students identify source types, search for information, identify plagiarized material, and practice proper citation

Agenda:

1. History Today
2. Discuss Research Practices
1. Plagiarism
2. Citations
3. Start: Research Workshop Project
1. Gale Search Engine 
1. Go to Leland and then click on which Gale server you want to use
4. HTC

Homework:

1. NONE

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  I hope that you enjoyed our lesson for the day and have a great evening!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-6-16 PPT

December 5

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

We are nearing the end of the semester and we still have a few items to cover.  This week we will be practicing an important educational skill that you will likely use throughout your academic career. Today we are starting a discussion about research. This is something that you are always expected to do in English, Science, and History but you may not have the skills to do it. Hopefully by completing this Mini-Unit with me, you will enhance your knowledge and be a better researcher!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Investigate the skills necessary to conduct proper academic research
2. Practice research skills such as locating and evaluating primary, secondary, and tertiary sources

Agenda:

1. History Today
2. Discuss:  Research Practices
1. Types of Sources
2. how to Search

Homework:

1. NONE

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Always happy to see you all ladies and gentlemen!  Hope that you were able to stay with me through these concepts.  Take care everyone!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-5-16 PPT

December 1

Hello ladies and gentlemen,

Today in class we will be working on our writing skills.  You will be writing a compare and contrast paragraph, comparing the etiquette from two of the countries that you researched and took notes on.  This should be a development process to improve your writing skills, so take the time and put in the effort to make sure you do this right!  Below you will find our agenda, homework, and resources for the day.

Objectives:

1. Write a compare and contrast paragraph that indicates the differences and similarities of etiquette between the country you researched and the etiquette of a country in a different region in the world.

Agenda:

1. History Today #28
2. Writing Activity: Compare/Contrast Paragraph Creation
1. Use the Template to format your paragraph
2. Chicago Style Formatting 
3. HTC #15

Homework:

1. NONE

That's all for today ladies and gentlemen!  Hope that you are all doing well and looking forward to the weekend!  We are moving on to do some more writing development next week.  Take care everyone!

Live long and prosper,

Mr. Marchetti

12-1-16 PPT