Monday, August 16, 2010

August 16 (Monday)

Learning Objective – 8/16(M) Students will learn and understand the difference between public good (classical liberal concern) vs. individual rights (classical liberal concern). Students will demonstrate an understanding of the difference by giving examples at the end of the period.

Tasks Accomplished:
1.  Learning Objective
2.  Quiz
3.  Quick Write - What ideas from Greece and Rome have influenced American Government? Why is the definition of “citizen” important as it relates to some of these ideas?
4.  Current Events

Homework – Due Friday (8/20)
1.  Chapter 1 (Refer to Assignment Sheet)
2.  Current Event (Free)

Extra Credit:
1.  Where did the U.S. rank on Newsweek's 100 best countries list?
2.  Who is the Education Secretary?
3.  What are four ways the U.S. Economy is measured?
4.  Which country's economy is on the rise?
5.  What award did President Obama win?
6.  What is your opinion about this article?

http://www.newsweek.com/content/newsweek/2010/08/12/how-to-understand-american-decline.html