1. Welcome to Global Perspectives…Europe
Mr. Higginbotham
Summer School Edition last three weeks.

2. July 6, 2016
The SWBAT show what they learned about their African countries by giving a presentation to the class. The class will also be introduced to the European Union.
Reinforce rules, discuss my philosophy, and talk about the first three weeks.
Journal/Bell Ringer #2: How is Europe different from Africa? How is it different than the Middle East? How is it different than the U.S? List two differences for each and discuss.
Finals of the tournament/Review for quiz next class over significant person
Begin notes over the European Union
Europe Map
European terminology. This will be on the quiz and you can use the information you get.
A few things about me.

3. Bell Ringer #1
What do you like about Global Perspectives? What did you not like? What needs to be improved?

4. Discussion things Language Cell phones Head phones
Participation/get along
Just try/pay attention
Respect
Only three weeks. Everyone should pass

5. European Union
A family of democratic countries committed to working together for peace and prosperity
Sometimes called the United States of Europe
It does not replace existing countries
They do have a lot of things in common and they make decisions as a group
Initial countries were Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands

6. History of the European Union
Formed after World War II
Europeans did not want that kind of killing and destruction again
Started with six countries and it was mainly concerned with trade and commerce
27 countries now and 450 million people
Europe is diverse, but it shares the values of democracy, freedom and social justice
Come together with other countries as well

7. Fewer borders,more opportunities
No passports needed to travel among EU countries
Shop in other countries for cheaper goods without paying extra taxes
One single currency, the Euro, allows shoppers to purchase merchandise throughout Europe
Air travel, internet access, phone, and power are also cheaper due to fair competition among all the countries in the union

8. Greener Europe
Environmentally conscious and they are working hard to protect the environment
Strict rules for waste disposal
Rivers and lakes are cleaner
Kyota protocol works to reduce emissions
Strict emissions on vehicles

9. Education and equal opportunites for all
EU has opportunities for studies in other countries
Bans discrimination of any kind
Men and women have equal pay for equal work
EU is a pioneer for women's rights

10. Euros
This is the currency used by 12 of the countries in the union. 2/3 of the population
This can be used in all the countries where the Euro is accepted
Common design on one side and home country on the other

11. Jobs and prosperity
Goal is to be the most knowledgeable and skilled in the world
One third of budget is used to stimulate the economy and add jobs
Training for unemployed and under qualified people
Focusing on high tech jobs for the future

12. Freedom, security and justice
Work together to battle terrorism
Battle of cross border drug trafficking
European arrest warrants
EU makes it easier to solve border legal conflicts, like marriage and divorce

13. Peace and Stability
War between the EU countries now is almost unthinkable due to the unity they developed
They are trying to spread peace and prosperity
They provide more humanitarian aid than anyone in Europe helping poor countries
Protects other countries
Wants to be a model for the rest of the world

14. A place in the Union
Any European country can join, provided it has a stable democracy that guarantees the rule of law, human rights and the protection of minorities
Must also have a functioning market economy and civil service capable of applying EU laws
It sometimes takes up to 10 years to become a member
They have a flag, national anthem, and EU day

15. Bell Ringer #3 for July 7
What is the difference between a war, a civil war and a revolution? Define each.
A few things about me.

16. July 7, 2016 Bell Ringers #3 and #4 and discussion New seating order
Quiz over significant people.
French Revolution notes/simulation and assignment.
Video clip over French Revolution
Finish notes over European Union
European Union video clip
Go over Brochure rubric
Go over web site.
A few things about me.

17. Exit ticket (Bell Ringer #4)
What are the good and bad things about the European Union? Would you want to belong to it? Why or Why not?

18. The SWBAT understand the culture of Europe.
Library time to complete brochure.
Bell Ringers and exit tickets.
United Kingdom and Learning outcomes
Quick overview of European history
Video clip over European history

19. Bell Ringer #5 for July 8,2016
Why do you feel all of the violence is going on in society. How, if possible, can it be lessened?

20. Bell Ringer #6 for July 8, 2016
What countries make up the United Kingdom?

21. The United Kingdom
Four countries of the United Kingdom. Know them.

22. Bell Ringer #7 for
What type of government, economic system, and religion, do most of the countries of Europe have? List one other fact about European countries. You should have four things on your paper.
I will collect 7 Bell Ringers today.

23. The SWBAT understand some components of European history by meeting proficiency on the quiz.
Quick overview of European history
Video clip over European history
Review material and take a short quiz.

24. Bell Ringer #1 for
List three things you know about the continent of Asia.

25. The SWBAT understand the culture of India.
Bell Ringer #1
Asia Map
Caste System, Gandhi, and Hinduism in India

26. Bell Ringer #2 for July 12,2016
Learning outcomes. Number your paper from 1-10

27. The SWBAT understand the influence of Buddha in the Asian culture.
Go to computer lab to finish brochures.
Bell Ringer 2 Learning outcomes
Guided reading worksheet.

28. Bell Ringer #3 for
List the religions that you think are practiced in Asia.

29. Bell Ringer #4 for 7-13
What is Buddhism and who is the Buddha?

30. The SWBAT understand who Genghis Khan and his influence in the world
Bell Ringers
Genghis Khan notes
Video over lost tomb of Genghis Khan
Asia map

31. Journal 5 Exit ticket for July 13th
This is good for 7 points. Write down three paragraphs.
Good things that Genghis did.
Bad things he did.
Accomplishments/legacy.

32. Journal #6 Bell Ringer for July 14
Please read the article about Cram schools and answer these questions.
1. Do you feel they are a good idea. Why or Why not?
2. Do you feel our education needs to be improved in the U.S. How?

33. The SWBAT better understand how Buddhism affects the Asian countries.
Two Bell Ringers/Readings
Finish Asian maps
Questions from Genghis Khan
Buddha notes
Video clips over Buddha and Gandhi.
Learning outcomes
Game

34. Bell Ringer #7 for
Why are there so many poor developing countries in the world? How do you feel the problem can be helped?
Leaning outcomes number your paper from 1-10.

35. The SWBAT continue learn about the culture of the countries of Asia.
Bell Ringers/Learning outcomes.
Finish Genghis Khan questions. Make sure map is done.
Video clips Ghandi, dirt cookies, Buddha,etc.
Game
Invisible children

36. Journal #8 for
What are you most worried about in the next few years? Why?
What are you most excited about in the next few years? Why?

37. Journal #9 for
What two geographic areas make up the area called Latin America?

38.
Latin America
Central America
South America

39. The SWBAT show what they learned about Asian culture and begin looking at Latin American culture.
Bell Ringers(collect them today)
Go to the library to create Latin America country. Go over rubric and pick countries beforehand.
Review for Asian quiz.
Latin American map
Kahoot?

40. Journal #1 for July 19 unit 6
Learning outcomes. Number your paper from 1-10.

41. The SWBAT show what they learned about the culture of Asia by meeting proficiency on a quiz
Bell Ringer #1
Go to library to create power point
Review for Asian quiz
Take Asian quiz
Latin American notes
Bell Ringer #2
Create a test?

42. Journal 2 for July 19
If you had to live anywhere else besides the U.S. where would you live? Why?