English III: Calendar of Learning

Monday, December 20, 2010

WWII - Special Interest Project - Film/Book Selection ID (DUE 12/21)

DIRECTIONS: Please identify what film and/or book you will use to research your WWII topic for this project AND write it in the comment box ALONG WITH a brief explanation as to why you selected it as research material.


*PLEASE KEEP THE THEMATIC NATURE OF OUR STUDIES AT HEART AND IN MIND AS YOUR RESEARCH YOUR TOPIC AND CREATE YOUR PRODUCTS.

Monday, December 13, 2010

Adolf Hitler Biography - Biography.com Prezi (DUE 12/15)


DIRECTIONS: Create a Prezi that takes me through the life of Adolf Hitler in 10-15 steps. Please use the link provided to become familiar with his biographical information and use pictures, videos, etc., to enhance the presentation. If you have any questions, feel free to ask. Submit the hyperlink to your Prezi in the comment box. Thanks!

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Jesse Owens: America's Golden Boy During the 1936 Summer Olympics (DUE 12/2)


DIRECTIONS: Watch the following video and respond in the comment box. Address the following questions (one paragraph each):
  • What was the social importance of the '36 Olympics?
  • What do you think Jesse Owens said to Adolf Hitler in taking home the gold medal?
  • Do you think Jesse Owens received the same kind of treatment that an athlete today would receive upon returning home to America with a gold medal?
Watch Jesse Owens at EncycloMedia.com