Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Not Alexander the So-So...Alexander the GREAT!!

Use the following link

http://stallion.abac.peachnet.edu/ssenapati/HUMN2221/PPT/student/Alexander%20the%20Great.ppt
or conduct your own research on the Amazing King of Macedonia...Alexander the Great!  After you have researched Alexander and learned a little bit about his life, his conquests, and his legacy...write a paragraph in which you answer the following questions:



What were Alexander's strengths as a military leader?
What were Alexander's strengths as a politician?
What did Alexander learn from Aristotle?
How did Philip and Olympias individually influence Alexander's development?
Describe the legacy of Alexander's influence on world history.
Why was Alexander anxious about his succession?
Was Alexander inconsistent in his treatment of conquered cities? If so or if not, how and why?

REMEMBER...After you have made your comment..make sure that you read your classmates posts and respond to at least one comment!  And, if you have a problem posting from home..email me your response to RussellL@friscoisd.org 

Good Luck!
Mrs. Russell :)

Monday, September 26, 2011

Mayan Vs. Greece...hmmmm???

Ok guys!  Forgive me :)  There are 3 videos here that I want you to watch...each of these videos are about 15 minutes in length...they are actually very interesting, so please give them a chance!!  We are looking at the Mayan civilization and we are going to make a comparison between the Mayan and the Greek civilization..please watch the 3 video clips and as you watch...take note of the social structure, the religious structure, the governmental structure, and the cultural legacy/achievements of the Mayans!


Now that you have watched the videos :) :) :)

I want you to make a comparison between the Greek city-states and the Mayan civilization...compare them based on the governmental structure, economy, religious practices, and cultural achievements/legacy...you should respond in at least one paragraph and give examples based on the videos/research on the Mayans and the notes/research that we have discussed about the Greeks...after you have posted your "original" opinion :) please make sure that you read the rest of the posts and make a comment on another students response!

You guys are doing fantastic!  I am so proud of you!!!!! :)

Mrs. Russell :)