HONORS WORLD HISTORY

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Theme 8A: Years Between the Wars

World War II

Time: 3weeks (03/21/2016-04/01/2016)

Theme Due: 03/31/2016

Major Test: 03/31/2016

Value: 100points

Objective: Students will explore the cultural, social and political developments that contributed to World War II and discuss the outcome of World War II>and analyze its effects on the modern era.

Standards

SSWH17

The student will be able to identify the major political and economic factors that shaped world societies between World War I and World War II.

SSWH18

The student will demonstrate an understanding of the global political, economic and social impact of World War II.

SSWH21

The student will analyze globalization in the contemporary world.

DOK’s that you should be able to answer at the end of Theme 8A

Recall

  1. What does the word entente Kristallnacht mean?
  2. What does the term V-E Day represent?
  3. What does the word appeasement mean?
  4. What was the Maginot Line
  5. What does the word Anschluss mean?
  6. Name the only president elected to 4 consecutive terms in office and give name of the Constitutional amendment that placed term limits on the office of president.

Skill/Concept

  1. List in the correct order of territory given to or taken by Hitler from 1936 to Sept. 1, 1939.
  2. How can an economic crisis weaken newly formed democracies?
  3. What was the significance of the Battle of Stalingrad?

Strategic Thinking

  1. Why were the Hitler Youth an important part of Hitler’s plan to achieve a master race?
  2. Why do all paradigm shifts begin with the youth?
  3. How are Fascism and Communist different?

Extended Thinking

  1. According to doctrine, what is the ultimate goal of Communist?
  2. Explain the following quote made by Japanese Naval Commander Yamamoto “I fear we have awakened a sleeping giant.”
  3. What evert did he unknowingly foreshadow?
  4. Why was the League of Nations ineffective a maintaining peace?
  5. What connections can be made between the League of Nations and the current United nations in regard to effectiveness and world respect?
  6. How did the end of World War II help to create the Cold War?
  7. Explain how World War II still effects global / foreign politics.

Organization/ Requirements:

For all tasks, it is strongly recommended that you BYOT and bring your own headphones to complete the tasks below. There are several offerings for this theme. This allows for even more differentiation and personalized learning. You may choose to complete the Theme 6B in four different formats. Select the path that is right for you. Remember, regardless of your choice, everyone will take the same test at the end of Theme 6.

Procedure:

  • Students may only enter or exit a learning path at the end of the theme.
  • If a student is failing the learning path they have selected at the end of the six week period, the student will be REQUIRED to select a different path that will be discussed with the teacher and the parent.
  • All students, regardless of the path they select, are required to take the same assessments (vocabulary and major tests) during the course of the theme.

EVERYONE MUST DO THE FOLLOWING:

  • Crash Course videos: #38and #40;
  • worksheets—Value 40 points
  • Quia: Homework SSWH14 WWII; unlimited (Value: 36 points)
  • 03/31/2016 by 11:00 pm; secret word--vocab
  • Matching test: SSWH 17 WWII; one time only (Value: 34 points)
  • Due 03/31/2016 by 11:00 pm; secret word—vocab

Pick Your Path of Study Options: Select one of the following

  1. Traditional Lecture / Discussion --Classwork value: 0 points
  2. This option will be assessment based only. This option is good for students who enjoy teacher directed instruction, class discussion and traditionally perform well on test but do not like homework. It should be noted that there must be some time dedicated at home for study so that high scores on assessments can be achieved.
  3. Reading the text and / or selected articles and completing worksheets on the readings-- Classwork value: 100 points
  4. This option will be both homework and assessment based. Students will work on the readings and the worksheets during class time and, if done correctly, should require little homework. This option is good for students who want to “just do the work” without teacher lead instruction.
  5. Choice (tic tac toe) Board-- Classwork value: 100 points
  6. This option will be project and assessment based. Students will be given a choice (tic tac toe) board with 9 possible assignments. Students must select 3 of the 9 in a tic tac toe pattern of across, down or diagonal for completion. This option is good for students who prefer more self-direction with limited teacher intervention. One item on the board may be done with a partner or group of no more than three people. Students will work on the choice board during class time and, if done correctly, should require little homework.
  7. It is strongly suggested that students that select this option have access to their own technology so that research can be completed during class time.
  8. Book study-- Classwork value: 100 points
  9. This option will be reading, project and assessment based. Students will be given a book to read that reflects the current class topic. Students will be required to read and produce a project, presentation or paper on the book. This option is good for students who already have a solid understanding of the class topic but would like to have a more detailed orientated study. Students will, in most cases, have to provide their own books for the study. Sections for this Theme are: (pick one of the following):
  10. Book Thief by Markus Zusak
  11. Killing Patton by Bill O’Reilly
  12. Band of Brothers by Stephen Ambrose
  13. Triumph and Tragedy by Winston Churchill

Student Name ______

Class Period______

Student Accountability

  • Being given the opportunity to Pick Your Path is a wonderful way to control and monitor learning. However, with such freedom also comes great responsibility. Regardless of the Path that is selected, students must remember the following:
  • Time management is essential for success
  • Class time must be used appropriately
  • All Paths must be completed by the deadline given by the teacher
  • Testing will cover all of the information from the unit
  • The SLO Test will be given to every student. The information on these tests will reflect all information from the course.
  • The goal of personalized / differentiated instruction is for students to be allowed to monitor their own success. By providing options, students should see an improvement or maintenance of higher averages. However, as with all learning, the success of the instruction is dependent on self-motivation and a desire to achieve.

Pick Your Path Decision Form

Please ask to see the sheet for Theme 6 and discuss with your student what would be their best option for success. Once the form is returned, the path cannot be changed.

Pick Your Path

You must return the signed copy of the form, see below, to begin your Path. If you fail to return the form byTuesday, March 22, 2016, you will automatically be enrolled in option #1.

Path selected:

______1 Traditional Lecture / Discussion

______2 Reading the text and / or selected articles and completing worksheets on the readings

______3 Choice (tic tac toe) Board

______4 Book study

Parent or Guardian Signature ______

Student Signature ______

Date ______