Reading, p. 114-123

This was a lot to read, wasn't it?? But Alexander and his empire was pretty important - particularly in spreading the Greek ideas around the known world. While there is a lot to digest, I would like to concentrate this blog on a small bit of the reading - namely the new philosophies of the Hellenistic Age. How did these new philosophies compare and contrast to the philosophies of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle? What did the different approach say about the diference between the Classical Athenian period and the newer Hellenistic period?

A lot to read and digest so why don't we make this due on Wednesday, December 17.

Exit Ticket - 12-11-08

Sorry about not getting an exit ticket for yesterday!

So here is today's question: Do you accept Plato's definition of reality from "The Allegory of the Cave?" Is his version of reality your version of reality? Please give a specific example to explain you answer.

Have fun with this one!

Exit Ticket - 12-9-08

The Sophist said the physis is unknowable. In fact, the "truth" is unknowable. The "truth" is relative to each of us. We all hold our own "truth" and no one person's opinion is better than another person. If they are correct and we can never know the "truth," what should people spend their lives doing? What should be important in everyone's lives?

Exit Ticket - 12-8-08

None of the early Greek philosophers found the "physis" - the basic substance of the universe. Were they failures? Explain your reasons.

Reading, p. 108-112, The Culture of Classical Greece

Finally a new blog for you guys to do! We will skip the "before" stuff and simply have you think about what you are reading.

You have read about Greek philosophy and learned that there was a major philosophical movement led a group of teachers called the Sophists. In addition, there were three major philosophers who differed from the Sophists: Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. After reading about their different beliefs and approaches to life, ask one question of a Sophist, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.

Please post your four (4) questions by Monday, December 8.

Athens Sparta Debate

I know you would rather not give away secrets of your debate strategy, but...

No matter what side you are on, tell us what you think are the best and worst aspects of both Athens and Sparta. Before writing, be sure to read both your text and do some research on Athens and Sparta. List them as:

Athens
Best: -----

Worst: -----

Sparta
Best: -----

Worst: -----

Post your blog entry by Tuesday, November 4.

Reading, p. 95-100

Now do the "During" and "After" for p. 95-100 on the Aegean civilization.

Please post by October 20.

Pre-Reading on Ancient Greece

Tell me what you know about ancient Greece. Think about their contributions and accomplishments. What do you know about them, if any? Go ahead and talk about the movie 300 if that is all you know.

Please post by October 17.

Gilgamesh Anticipation Guide

Copy and paste the following guide to the posting section and place an "A" or "D" on the lines:

Please respond by agreeing (A) or disagreeing (D) to the following statements. After completing the anticipation guide, read and annotate Gilgamesh.

_____ 1. Might makes right.

_____ 2. Absolute power corrupts absolutely.

_____ 3. What goes around comes around.

_____ 4. A friend in need is a friend indeed.

_____ 5. Time heals all wounds.

_____ 6. Eat, drink, and be merry for tomorrow may bring sorrow and death.

China blog

After reading p. 65-70 in your text, complete the "before, during, and after" reading posts. You can format this blog in three sections:

Section 1: your prior thoughts on what is a civilization and

Section 2: how similar/different are your thoughts compared to the author.

Section 3: what are the important points you need to know to succeed

Think about what I have been teaching you concerning the interactions with the text. Section 1 would concern the "Before" reading, section 2 would concern "During" reading, and section 3 would concern the most important information. In fact, you may head each section as "Before" "During," and "After."

Indus Valley blog

After reading p. 38-42 in your text, complete the "before, during, and after" reading posts. You can format this blog in three sections:

Section 1: your prior thoughts on what is a civilization and

Section 2: how similar/different are your thoughts compared to the author.

Section 3: what are the important points you need to know to succeed

Think about what I have been teaching you concerning the interactions with the text. Section 1 would concern the "Before" reading, section 2 would concern "During" reading, and section 3 would concern the most important information. In fact, you may head each section as "Before" "During," and "After."

Egypt blog

After reading p. 16-23 in your text, complete the "before, during, and after" reading posts. You can format this blog in three sections:

Section 1: your prior thoughts on what is a civilization and

Section 2: how similar/different are your thoughts compared to the author.

Section 3: what are the important points you need to know to succeed

Think about what I have been teaching you concerning the interactions with the text. Section 1 would concern the "Before" reading, section 2 would concern "During" reading, and section 3 would concern the most important information. In fact, you may head each section as "Before" "During," and "After."

Mesopotamia blog

After reading p. 9-16 in your text, complete the "before, during, and after" reading posts. You can format this blog in three sections:

Section 1: your prior thoughts on what is a civilization and

Section 2: how similar/different are your thoughts compared to the author.

Section 3: what are the important points you need to know to succeed

Think about what I have been teaching you concerning the interactions with the text. Section 1 would concern the "Before" reading, section 2 would concern "During" reading, and section 3 would concern the most important information. In fact, you may head each section as "Before" "During," and "After."

After thoughts on reading 5-9

Now identify the important points for p. 5-9 in your text. Tell us what you believe you need to know from this section to get an A on a test. REMEMBER THE IMPORTANT POINTS ARE YOURS!! You can view what everyone is thinking on this blog but what you write need to be your own thoughts to be successful in retaining the information you need.

Reading p. 5-9

Tell us how you define civilization. What do you think are the elements of a civilization? Then tell us if your thoughts were consistent with the textbook definitions of civilization. Format this blog in two sections:
Section 1: your prior thoughts on what is a civilization and
Section 2: how similar/different are your thoughts compared to the author.
Think about what I have been teaching you concerning the interactions with the text. Section 1 would concern the "Before" reading and section 2 would concern "During" reading. In fact, you may head each section as "Before" and "During."

Tell what is most important, p. 2-5

Summarize the all the key ideas you need know from the text reading p. 2-5. Go ahead and use bullet points.

Reading p. 2-5

Now that you have posted your initial thoughts on early humans, read your classmates thoughts, and read the section in your text, tell us what you got right and wrong. Also tell us what new information surprised you about early humans.

What do you know about early humans?

Your first reading assignment (YEA!) in your textbook is p. 2-5 (up to but not including "The Neolithic Revolution"). When you read the text, be sure to read and look at everything - you know, the captions for the pictures, the sidebars, etc.

BUT before you read, tell me what you know about the first humans. Who were they? What did they do? Did they do anything interesting?

Post your comments here by Wednesday, September 3rd.

If you read something interesting, please respond to it.