Sunday, July 17, 2011

FIRST DAY!

Bell Ringer: in 3 sentences or less, write a definition for : "What is Civics?" (5 points)

LEARNING GOALS:

  • students will learn class rules, goals, and expectations
  • daily check list: ID badge (worn), planner, textbook, 3-ring binder, black or blue pen                (5 points possible everyday)
  • students will learn how citizenship is gained by birth and by naturalization.
ASSIGNMENT:

READ Civics Chapter 1, pages 5-19 & be prepared to (1) compare/contrast a citizen by birth with those who become citizens by naturalization, and (2) analyze why some rights are denied to naturalized citizens

Points Of Emphasis for Chapter 1:
  • immigration
  • naturalization
  • principles of democracy