Discussed election of new pope
Handed out notes Ch.15 Section 4
Discussed notes
Students handed in homework: Renaissance Readings questions 1-5 (you can still hand them in tomorrow).
Ch.15 test will be the Tuesday after the March Break
Printing Press Assignment is due the Friday after the March Break
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Wednesday, March 13th
Handed out copies of Chapter 15 Section 3 notes "Protestant Reformation"
Questions (in notes to be completed)
Passed out "Renaissance Readings and Questions"
Must complete questions 1-5 "The Reformation: Luther and Calvin Readings" --> due tomorrow
New assignment: Printing Press advertisement/commercial
Printing Press Advertisment
Create an informative advertisement for the printing press – a print ad with illustrations to promote its use and acceptance during the 1400s.
OR
Create a commercial promoting the printing press that you will perform in class (you must hand in a script).
Your advertisement must:
o Include both print and illustrations (advertisement only).
o Effectively convey the uses and benefits of the printing press
o Capture your audience’s attention
***You must list all sources used on the back of your advertisment (textbook, internet sites, books, etc.)
***If you choose to do the commercial you can film it and present it to the class or act it out. Please use props and costumes whenever possible.
Questions (in notes to be completed)
Passed out "Renaissance Readings and Questions"
Must complete questions 1-5 "The Reformation: Luther and Calvin Readings" --> due tomorrow
New assignment: Printing Press advertisement/commercial
Printing Press Advertisment
Create an informative advertisement for the printing press – a print ad with illustrations to promote its use and acceptance during the 1400s.
OR
Create a commercial promoting the printing press that you will perform in class (you must hand in a script).
Your advertisement must:
o Include both print and illustrations (advertisement only).
o Effectively convey the uses and benefits of the printing press
o Capture your audience’s attention
***You must list all sources used on the back of your advertisment (textbook, internet sites, books, etc.)
***If you choose to do the commercial you can film it and present it to the class or act it out. Please use props and costumes whenever possible.
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Tuesday, March 12
Finished discussing Ch. 15 Section II notes (hand-out)
Folder assignement: Venn Diagram
Folder assignement: Venn Diagram
Monday, March 11, 2013
Monday, March 11
Completed "Linear Perspective" folder assignment. Please refer to www.elementaryartfun.blogspot.ca for instructions.
Passed out notes for Ch.15 Section 2 notes
Started going over them
Homework: bottom of fill in the blanks notes sheet Ch.15 Section 1
Passed out notes for Ch.15 Section 2 notes
Started going over them
Homework: bottom of fill in the blanks notes sheet Ch.15 Section 1
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Letter from Florence Assignment
Letter from Florence In-class Assignment History 521 (if you were absent, please complete and hand into me).
Goal: You will write a letter home to a friend or family member detailing your journey around Florence.
Role: You are a 15th century European traveler who has just finished a two week trip around Florence.
Audience: You are writing a letter to a friend or family member describing the political and social climate in Florence during this time period.
Product: The final copy of the letter needs to be in correct letter format and written neatly in ink or typed.
Standard: You will be assessed based on a rubric.
Format:
Dear __________________,
Paragraph 1: Describe Renaissance Florence and why you are in Florence. Explain if you agree or disagree with the “new” humanist’s ideas and thinking (thesis statement).
Paragraph 2: Elaborate on the political climate of Florence (1469-1492). Reference the political history of Florence (early 1400s) and key individuals who held power. Comment on how these rulers encouraged the spirit of humanism.
Paragraph 3: Give one example of the humanist influence. Explain the example and how it shows the influence of humanism.
Paragraph 4: Finish the letter with when you will be returning home, your general thoughts about your trip and any other information you want to add about your experience in Florence.
Sincerely,
Your name
Goal: You will write a letter home to a friend or family member detailing your journey around Florence.
Role: You are a 15th century European traveler who has just finished a two week trip around Florence.
Audience: You are writing a letter to a friend or family member describing the political and social climate in Florence during this time period.
Product: The final copy of the letter needs to be in correct letter format and written neatly in ink or typed.
Standard: You will be assessed based on a rubric.
Format:
Dear __________________,
Paragraph 1: Describe Renaissance Florence and why you are in Florence. Explain if you agree or disagree with the “new” humanist’s ideas and thinking (thesis statement).
Paragraph 2: Elaborate on the political climate of Florence (1469-1492). Reference the political history of Florence (early 1400s) and key individuals who held power. Comment on how these rulers encouraged the spirit of humanism.
Paragraph 3: Give one example of the humanist influence. Explain the example and how it shows the influence of humanism.
Paragraph 4: Finish the letter with when you will be returning home, your general thoughts about your trip and any other information you want to add about your experience in Florence.
Sincerely,
Your name
Tuesday, March 8
"Letter from Florence" in-class assignment (worth marks) handed in at the end of class.
Monday, March 4, 2013
Thursday and Friday (Feb 28th and March 1st)
Thursday: Ch. 15 notes & City-State Comparison Folder Assignment
Friday: Profile of an Artist assignment (hand-out) MUST BE SUBMITTED ON TURNITIN.COM
Friday: Profile of an Artist assignment (hand-out) MUST BE SUBMITTED ON TURNITIN.COM
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