Wed. Oct 30 and Fri Nov. 1 Byzantine ppt and Mosaic project

Good Morning,

I hope you had time to catch up on assignments over the last couple of days.

I have a couple things planned for today:

1) Read and make notes from this Byzantine Empire slide deck:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1H3aI3sC7FGy2IW2tGt7zA_hUcHRI2i_PRcuIkmeujtc/edit?usp=sharing

2) You are going to:
-Learn about Justinian's Code
-Learn the importance of the Code
-and how Justinian's Code compares to today's laws
Next:
-You will discover Roman mosaics.
-You have probably seen them as you have studied Rome and now Byzantine Empire.
***IMPORTANT: Byzantines considered themselves Romans***
-You will use your knowledge to create your own Mosaic about your new school law.
^..^ READ BELOW FOR INSTRUCTIONS ^..^


1) Justinian's Code is one of the Byzantine Empires most significant legacy.
Read and answer questions about Justinian's Code here: (you don't have to print out the page, just answer in your Interactive Notebook)
http://www.eduplace.com/ss/hmss/7/unit/act1.1blm.html

2) Read more about Justinian's Code and how it compares to modern laws here:
http://www.greatneck.k12.ny.us/gnps/shs/dept/special_ed/nystrom/documents/10-18.pdf

3) Now, using what you know about Justinian's Code make a new Law for our school.
--Think about a law that you think our school should have-- Use Justinian's Code as an example--
Write your new law in your Interactive Notebook

4) Next you're going to find out about mosaics
Check out these mosaics:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/romans/mosaics_gallery.shtml

If you don't get to this in class----HOMEWORK:
cut small squares from construction paper for your mosaic

5) Read about how to make a mosaic here:
http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/history/handsonhistory/romans_mosaic.pdf
IMPORTANT YOU DO NOT HAVE TO FOLLOW THEIR STEPS. I just wanted to offer some examples and ideas on how to create your own mosaic.
Your mosaic will be on a blank 8.5x11 paper.
Make your mosaic about the school rule you created(see step 3)

Monday Oct 28 Catch Up

Good Morning,

I think you may need today to catch up on all the assignments from last week.
Please take this class to finish CN, color the map, glue the map, finish the movie and anything else that you need to finish.

Friday Oct 25 Byzantines cont

Good Morning,

Please read this:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0ByTZFAxBmgShclhpU0tuckVPOTQ/edit?usp=sharing

Using COMPLETE sentences answer the questions in your Interactive Notebook.

Also please glue in the map from Wed. in your Interactive Notebook.

If everyone works hard today, then you won't need to finish the questions for homework.

Wed Oct 23 Byzantine Empire

Good Morning,

Today we are moving on... sort of...

After Rome collapsed the Romans didn't disappear.

In fact an emperor (I'll let you find out who) moved the Roman capital and renamed it Constantinople.

Let's watch this 45 min movie: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0KFq1x1cZRWLXp3S0ZxblN1dWc/edit?usp=sharing

Using complete sentences answer the following questions:

Who moved the Roman Capital to Constantinople?
When was the Roman Capital moved?
Why was the new capital a good location?
What difficulties did the new location have?
How did they solve the problem of lack of water?


Print out this map and follow the instructions on the map: (please color the map)
http://staff.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/staff/gzorbas/byzantine_empire_map.pdf

Finish the map and questions for homework

Tuesday Oct 22 Grade Rome Test and Corrections

Good Morning,

Pass your Rome test to a neighbor to correct.
Ms. Felding will offer the answers to the Rome test.

When grading is complete pass the test back to the owner.

For every question you answered incorrectly you need to find the answer in the textbook. Write down the page number and paragraph where the answer was found as well as the sentence from the book.

Finish the test corrections for homework.

Monday Oct 21 Project Presentations

Good Morning,

Let's present our projects today. I think it's important to get feedback from other classmates, so you will present in small groups of 3 or 4.

While one person is presenting the rest of the group will be answering the following questions (on a piece of paper):
Which Roman structure did they build?
Describe what they built - what materials did they use?
How well did they present the information? Explain.
How could they improve their project?
What did you like about their project?
What did you like about their presentation?

When you are finished print out the Rome test: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0ByTZFAxBmgShb09NQWdUa3NmLU0/edit?usp=sharing

The test is open book, open note, but not open neighbor :)

Finish the test for homework it's due tomorrow.

Friday Oct. 18 Rome Architecture Project Wrap-Up

Good Morning,

Please wrap up your Rome Architecture project and get ready for your presentation.
During your presentation you must share:
The name of your structure.
What materials you used.
Describe where it was built.
Describe what the actual Roman structure is built out of.
Who had the original Roman structure built? Which emperor or ruler?
What was the structure used for?
Be sure to use eye contact with your group.

FINISH YOUR PROJECT AND ANSWERS TO THE QUESTIONS FOR HOMEWORK.



PRESENTATIONS WILL BE ON MONDAY
With about 30 minutes of class left get into groups of 3 or 4 in order to present your project.

While each person is presenting the rest of the group answer the following questions (on a piece of paper):
Name the Roman Architecture structure they built
Describe what they built- what materials did they use?
How well did they present the information. Explain
How could they improve their project?
What did you like about their project and presentation?

Monday Oct 14 Continue Rome Project

Good Morning,

The project is due this Friday Oct. 18.

Continue your work on the Rome Architecture project.
--With the last 5 minutes of class please fill out this form

Not Required, but...
Since I can't join you in class and I REALLY LOVE seeing your progress on projects, please consider emailing a pic or 2 to me :)

Friday Oct. 11 Continue Rome Architecture Project

Good Morning,

News: I've offered Ms. Elliott the ink cartridge from my printer, so you may need to print to another room.

Continue your work on the Rome Architecture project.
--With the last 5 minutes of class please fill out this form

Not Required, but...
Since I can't join you in class and I REALLY LOVE seeing your progress on projects, please consider emailing a pic or 2 to me :)

If you want to make a digital model check out: http://www.3dtin.com/

HOMEWORK: Continue working on your project.

Wed. Oct 9 Roman Project and Engineering an Empire

Good Morning,

Only a couple things on the list for today:

1) Watch Engineering an Empire: Rome part 2
--Use your headphones while you watch. Also make Cornell Notes while watching the film

2) Work on your project
--With the last 5 minutes of class please fill out this form

Tuesday Oct 8 Roman Architecture Project: Drawings and Form

Good Morning,

Please continue your work from yesterday:
http://santaynez7thgradehistory.blogspot.com/2013/10/monday-oct-7-roman-architecture-sketch.html

Don't forget to email Mr. Scott your drawings and to fill out the form.

When you are finished with the work started yesterday you can start working on your project. If you are going to use Minecraft you need read this VERY CAREFULLY:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cS7HxSNJuWu_1IxJo16mQ_PULRO_1V3hWVb8LP5nwOE/edit?usp=sharing

Monday Oct 7 Roman Architecture -The sketch

Good Morning,


A word on projects in Mr. Scott's class. 

1. If you choose to build a physical model - you DO NOT need to purchase lots of supplies. You should reuse materials, scrounge materials, and you are always welcome to use materials in Mr. Scott's class. 
2. If you choose to build a digital model -DO NOT forget you have assignments due in your other classes. 
3. You MUST communicate with your parents, show them your ideas and ask them for their opinions.

Today you will spend time looking at appropriate examples of your Roman building. Maybe you've chosen an amphitheater or statue or government building.

You will sketch out really clear pictures of your building. Keep in mind you will be building a model.
Please use a full page to create a comprehensive drawings, be sure to include surrounding structures to make your building in its natural setting.
You need to sketch your building from different angles:

1. View from the front
2. View from the top
3. View from the back
4. optional: view from the sides

It's important to sketch different angles so you can create an accurate model.

The drawing should take you about 20-30 minutes.

After you've drawn the building, take a picture with the camera on your computer and email it to Mr. Scott: cscottsy@gmail.com

After you emailed the picture of your drawing you need to talk to Ms. Felding about how you are going to build a model of your building.
You can:
build a physical structure like the ones you see in the classroom
or
build a digital structure. This could be a digital drawing, 3d animation or you could build it in Minecraft.

Once you have your plan and have cleared it with Ms. Felding please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FNbm6c_Oon9uZhP3_yMkBLsap_XcaT6fxkAV2x7hSaw/viewform
The form must be complete before you can start building.

Friday Oct 4 Roman Architecture Project

Good Morning,

Let's start our Roman Architecture project today. If you recall you drew an example of Roman Architecture last week. You can use that or a different one if you choose.

You can find more Roman Architecture examples here:
http://www.greatbuildings.com/types/styles/roman.html

After you've picked a building answer these questions in detail:

1. When was it built? 
2. How many years did it take to build it?
3. Who was responsible for building it? (which emperor or architect or other Roman citizen)?
4. Where is/was it? Print this map of ancient Rome to show where it was built: http://www.starkclassroom.com/uploads/Map_of_Roman_Empire.pdf
5. Explain its condition today. Use descriptive words and provide detail.
6. What materials were used to build it? click here to read more about materials: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Roman_architecture#Materials

Please finish the questions for homework.

Wed. Oct 2 Rome Visual Vocab

Good Morning,

Vocabulary is REALLY important, not just for school but for the rest of your life.

Today let's work on creating vocabulary. Take a look at the example picture:

Here's how to do it:

1. split your paper in half (top and bottom) 
2. write the vocabulary word BIG and bold
3. write the definition
4. write a sample sentence (make your own) ask Ms. Felding if you need help.
5. draw a BIG picture.
6. use color

The list of terms:

primary source

secondary source

myth

interpret

reform

capable

participate

emphasize

comunicate

execute

artifact

citizenship

corruption

Tuesday Oct 1 Self-test and Timeline

Good Morning,

Today you need a textbook.

Go to page 29 and take the "Test Yourself" test. Do this by yourself.
Write down the question and the answer
For each question find the appropriate answer in the textbook and reference the page and paragraph number.

After you finish create a timeline of the major Roman events from Chapter 1.
For each event provide a 1-2 sentence description of the event.
start with the timeline on p. 2-3 remember only Roman events. Then flip through the rest of the chapter  to fill in ALL major Roman events.

No HOMEWORK