Hello Gentlemen:
Articles Used in This Week's Quiz: "Baby, You Can Drive In My Car-Via Web"(page 20); "A Team Stands Tall" (pages 32-34); "The Perils of Pulling Out"(pages 36-39); and "A 'War' for Inclusion" (page 47).
If you've read these articles and want to try the quiz, send me an email and I'll send it to you.
Hope you are having a good week. Remember, there is no skype or webex unless you contact me and desire specific assistance with your school work.
All the best,
Miss Donna
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Monday, April 16, 2007
Week of April 16th
Webex Session, Monday April 16th, 10:00 a.m.
A Parallel Peacemaker, pgs. 38-39
Explain Israel's qualms about negotiating with Syria.
The Pets We Love and Drug, pgs. 40-41
Why do Americans "throw a pill" at their pets?
NO SKYPE THIS WEEK. Responses will be provided via e-mail.
A Parallel Peacemaker, pgs. 38-39
Explain Israel's qualms about negotiating with Syria.
The Pets We Love and Drug, pgs. 40-41
Why do Americans "throw a pill" at their pets?
NO SKYPE THIS WEEK. Responses will be provided via e-mail.
Monday, April 9, 2007
Week of April 9th
A Frank Conversation with Elizabeth Edwards, p. 38.
Read the Newsweek interview with Elizabeth Edwards, wife of the 2008 Presidential candidate John Edwards. Then, answer the following questions:
What would be the hardest thing for you to face if you were diagnosed with cancer?
What does Elizabeth want the day before she dies to look like?
What would you like to do the day before you die?
If doctors wanted you to try an untested cancer drug, would you do it?
How the Saudi King is Trying to Heal the Arab World, 42
According to the Saudis, why is Ahmadinejad using rhetoric against Israel, supporting Hizbullah and the Hamas?
Why did Abdullah ask Ahmadiejad, “Do you think those US warships are out there on vacation?”
In your opinion, what should Saudi Arabia do to maintain peace in the Middle East?
Read the Newsweek interview with Elizabeth Edwards, wife of the 2008 Presidential candidate John Edwards. Then, answer the following questions:
What would be the hardest thing for you to face if you were diagnosed with cancer?
What does Elizabeth want the day before she dies to look like?
What would you like to do the day before you die?
If doctors wanted you to try an untested cancer drug, would you do it?
How the Saudi King is Trying to Heal the Arab World, 42
According to the Saudis, why is Ahmadinejad using rhetoric against Israel, supporting Hizbullah and the Hamas?
Why did Abdullah ask Ahmadiejad, “Do you think those US warships are out there on vacation?”
In your opinion, what should Saudi Arabia do to maintain peace in the Middle East?
Monday, April 2, 2007
Week of April 2nd
Monday, April 2nd:
Hello Everyone! We had our technology check today and everything is now understood. Mohammed and Hussain need to get a different set of headphones. Next week, we expect to see everyone all together - on time - for the Webex conference.
OK - what about this week? The Newsweek magazine is all about war this week. I know you have an interest in CALIFORNIA, so let's visit the San Diego zoo online. Go to:
http://www.sandiegozoo.org/
Click on : New podcast: Polar Bear Plunge
Select and listen to #'s 1-3. Answer the following questions for each section.
Polar Bear Plunch Introduction:
What is the extra layer of fat on a Polar Bear called?
What are two purposes of the extra fat?
Polar Bear Personalities:
Why should you wear bright colors and a funny hat when visiting these Polar Bears?
Polar Bear Food:
What is a favorite food of a Polar Bear?
Name three types of food the Polar Bears are fed at the zoo?
You can answer these questions in the comments section of the blog. I'll talk with you about it during skype sessions on Thursday.
THURSDAY SKYPE
10:00 Balail
10:15 Khalid
10:30 Mohammed
10:45 Hussain
Of course, you are still welcome to read all of the articles in the Newsweek magazine. It's a free gift, remember?
Have a great week!
Hello Everyone! We had our technology check today and everything is now understood. Mohammed and Hussain need to get a different set of headphones. Next week, we expect to see everyone all together - on time - for the Webex conference.
OK - what about this week? The Newsweek magazine is all about war this week. I know you have an interest in CALIFORNIA, so let's visit the San Diego zoo online. Go to:
http://www.sandiegozoo.org/
Click on : New podcast: Polar Bear Plunge
Select and listen to #'s 1-3. Answer the following questions for each section.
Polar Bear Plunch Introduction:
What is the extra layer of fat on a Polar Bear called?
What are two purposes of the extra fat?
Polar Bear Personalities:
Why should you wear bright colors and a funny hat when visiting these Polar Bears?
Polar Bear Food:
What is a favorite food of a Polar Bear?
Name three types of food the Polar Bears are fed at the zoo?
You can answer these questions in the comments section of the blog. I'll talk with you about it during skype sessions on Thursday.
THURSDAY SKYPE
10:00 Balail
10:15 Khalid
10:30 Mohammed
10:45 Hussain
Of course, you are still welcome to read all of the articles in the Newsweek magazine. It's a free gift, remember?
Have a great week!
Monday, March 26, 2007
Assignments for Week of March 26th
Monday, the 26th: Meet at 10:00 a.m. for Webconference
During the week: Read the article about Computers and Culture: "Invasion of the Web Amateurs" (page 16)
READING COMPREHENSION: (Due on Tuesday)
Choose the correct answer for each item and write the corresponding letter in the space provided.
____ 1. In his new book, what does Andrew Keen say the Internet is responsible for?
a. giving idiots too much authority
b. damaging social connections
c. bankrupting the publishing industry
d. eroding people's reading skills
____ 2. Which of the following would Keen say has been most damaged by the Internet?
a. filmmakers
b. hobbyists
c. school teachers
d. experts
Mark each statement with a "T" if it is true, or an "F" if it is false. Rewrite false statements to make them true.
____ 11. Newsweek's Steven Levy believes that high-quality Internet content will eventually win out over junk.
SHORT ANSWER
Write a brief response (no more than a sentence) to the following questions.
21. Newsweek's Steven Levy compares the Internet with what past technological invention?
WRITTEN RESPONSE: (Due on Wednesday)
What is the thesis of Andrew Keen's book? What story does "Invasion of the Web Amateurs" tell about Wikipedia? How does Keen respond to the latest Wikipedia incident? With which of Keen's points does Newsweek's Steven Levy agree? To what historical invention does Levy compare the Internet? What do optimists like Levy believe? What does Levy think might threaten high-quality journalism? What irony does Levy point out about Keen?
Thursday Morning: Individual Skype Appointments
10:00 Balail
10:15 Khalid
10:30 Mohammed
10:45 Hussain
During the week: Read the article about Computers and Culture: "Invasion of the Web Amateurs" (page 16)
READING COMPREHENSION: (Due on Tuesday)
Choose the correct answer for each item and write the corresponding letter in the space provided.
____ 1. In his new book, what does Andrew Keen say the Internet is responsible for?
a. giving idiots too much authority
b. damaging social connections
c. bankrupting the publishing industry
d. eroding people's reading skills
____ 2. Which of the following would Keen say has been most damaged by the Internet?
a. filmmakers
b. hobbyists
c. school teachers
d. experts
Mark each statement with a "T" if it is true, or an "F" if it is false. Rewrite false statements to make them true.
____ 11. Newsweek's Steven Levy believes that high-quality Internet content will eventually win out over junk.
SHORT ANSWER
Write a brief response (no more than a sentence) to the following questions.
21. Newsweek's Steven Levy compares the Internet with what past technological invention?
WRITTEN RESPONSE: (Due on Wednesday)
What is the thesis of Andrew Keen's book? What story does "Invasion of the Web Amateurs" tell about Wikipedia? How does Keen respond to the latest Wikipedia incident? With which of Keen's points does Newsweek's Steven Levy agree? To what historical invention does Levy compare the Internet? What do optimists like Levy believe? What does Levy think might threaten high-quality journalism? What irony does Levy point out about Keen?
Thursday Morning: Individual Skype Appointments
10:00 Balail
10:15 Khalid
10:30 Mohammed
10:45 Hussain
Monday, March 19, 2007
This Week of March 19th - Assignments
Monday - Online Webconference - 10 a.m.
Tuesday-Wednesday: Read articles listed below and complete the quiz which your teacher will e-mail you.
Articles Used in This Week’s Quiz: “Right Ideas, Wrong Time” (page 36); “Star Power” (pages 38-41); “Paintball Passions” (page 51); and “Beyond Sticks & Bones” (pages 52-58).
TAKE THE QUIZ...
Thursday: Meet online in a SKYPE session with your teacher to DISCUSS your QUIZ.
Balail - 10:00 a.m.
Mohammed - 10:15
Khalid - 10:30
Hussain 10:45
Tuesday-Wednesday: Read articles listed below and complete the quiz which your teacher will e-mail you.
Articles Used in This Week’s Quiz: “Right Ideas, Wrong Time” (page 36); “Star Power” (pages 38-41); “Paintball Passions” (page 51); and “Beyond Sticks & Bones” (pages 52-58).
TAKE THE QUIZ...
Thursday: Meet online in a SKYPE session with your teacher to DISCUSS your QUIZ.
Balail - 10:00 a.m.
Mohammed - 10:15
Khalid - 10:30
Hussain 10:45
Friday, March 2, 2007
Wednesday and Thursday, March 7th and 8th
This week, there is one article to read and one posting to make on the blog. No Skype sessions this week. You will receive feedback via e-mail. Look for it!
For Wednesday and Thursday:
Read Page 50, "Mmmm, Tasty Chemicals."
Post clear answers to each of the following questions on the BLOG.
What book has Steve Ettlinger written? What does "deconstructed" mean? Why did he go down a mine shaft? What mineral was he looking for? How many ingredients are there in Twinkies? What is corn dextrin used for in Twinkies? What else is it used for? What is Ferrous sulfate used for in Twinkies? What else is it used for? What is the Twinkie-Industrial Complex?
For Wednesday and Thursday:
Read Page 50, "Mmmm, Tasty Chemicals."
Post clear answers to each of the following questions on the BLOG.
What book has Steve Ettlinger written? What does "deconstructed" mean? Why did he go down a mine shaft? What mineral was he looking for? How many ingredients are there in Twinkies? What is corn dextrin used for in Twinkies? What else is it used for? What is Ferrous sulfate used for in Twinkies? What else is it used for? What is the Twinkie-Industrial Complex?
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