Historical Question

How have the nationalist leaders ideals and their actions ultimately caused the genocides in Armenia (1915-1923), Rwanda (1994), and Bosnia and Herzegovina (1992-1995)?

Historical Question

How did the advances of technology and communication affect the development of the Abrahamic religions, and furthermore, did the developments only serve to stimulate the formation of different branches of these religions?

Historical Question

How did the Berlin Conference in the 1800's effect the United States and their view on imperialism today?

Historical Question

What were the similarities and differences between the spread of Christianity and Islam in Africa and Central Asia in the 19th and 20th century?

Historical Question

What was the influence of Islam in China during the Qing dynasty?

Historical Question

How did the spread of Christianity between zero and 500 CE affect the major religions of Europe and the Middle East at the time?

Historical Question

How did the modernization of countries in the 19th and 20th century influence events such as the genocide in Darfur, the Armenian Genocide, and the Holocaust in Germany?

Historical Question

How and why did monarchies in Europe, such as France and Great Britain, originate as monarchies?

"The World According to Sesame Street" Reflection

Use your notes to construct a 3-2-1 reflection on the documentary.  Describe 3 points from the film that reinforce and/or expand on concepts that we've addressed in class.  List 2 new ideas that you learned from the film.  Identify 1 point that you would like to learn more about OR a question that was raised by the documentary.

Nationalism in Sub-Saharan Africa, Southwest Asia, & South Asia (HQ Sample)

How did nationalism influence the establishment of independent states in Sub-Saharan Africa, Southwest Asia, and South Asia in the 20th century?

NOTE:  This is a SAMPLE posted by Mrs. Friday

Africa: Perceptions, Historiography, and Imperialism

Over the past several class periods we've examined perceptions and misperceptions about Africa,  geographic and cultural diversity in Africa, the historiography of Africa, and imperialism in Africa.  In a comment to this post, describe how your understanding of Africa has expanded AND identify questions that still need to be answered in our studies.

Geography & Culture of Africa

Characterize the geography and culture of Africa based upon Part A of the Africa regional study.  Be sure to include a thesis statement AND specific details to demonstrate completion and understanding of the activity.

G&D #4 - Issues of Globalization & Development

After watching, taking notes on, and reflecting on one of the videos, post a reflection as a comment to this post.  In your comment, identify the video you chose and a BRIEF statement of WHY you chose this video.  Then, identify any biases/problems with the arguments presented and explain why this issue is something that should be of concern and interest to the global community.

G&D #2 - Ayiti Reflection

Describe your experience in the Ayiti game.  What have you learned from this activity?  What does it tell us about the state of globalization and development?

F.I. - Question 53

To complete question #53 on the "Foundations Investigation," select an article from a PRINT issue of Current History.  Your comment should include the following:

• Cultural Region (Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, Middle East, Central Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Oceania, or Latin America)
• MLA Citation
• Concise (no more than 5 sentences) summary that includes a clear thesis statement

F.I. - Question 52

To complete question #52 on the "Foundations Investigation," select an article from the PRINT issue of History Today.  Your comment should include the following:

• Cultural Region (Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, Middle East, Central Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, Oceania, or Latin America)
• MLA Citation
• Concise (no more than 5 sentences) summary that includes a clear thesis statement

Current Events Hints

As you prepare for the first day of class and the current events quiz, I thought it might be helpful to remind you of some of the major news stories from the summer.    Although the list below is not all inclusive, it will be useful to consider the following:

• Turmoil/unrest in Mali, South Africa, Syria, and Egypt
• Nuclear development in Iran & North Korea
• Aung San Suu Kyi & Myanmar
• US presidential election
• Violence in Colorado & Connecticut
• Olympics
• Israel & Iran
• Protests in Russia, Egypt, China
• European financial crisis
• Mars exploration
• Supreme Court rulings
• Tensions between Japan & South Korea; Japan & China
• Leadership shifts in China, South Korea, Italy
• Benghazi
• Fiscal cliff
• Civil war in Syria
• Pope tweets
• Polio controversy in Pakistan
• Hostages in Algeria
• Opening of Cuba
• Venezuela inaugeration

If you feel that I've forgotten any stories that are significant, please feel free to comment to this post.  Don't forget, if you bring a current events "journal" to class on the first day you will be permitted to use this resource for the quiz!

Good luck!