Classification/Symbolization

Today's Daily Prep question asks you to consider the fact that these are the first two stages of genocide. We discussed yesterday that they are not inherently evil things, however. People use symbols and label themselves all the time. The question then becomes: "When does classification/symbolization become a problem?" Please answer your question in your blog.

Transportation

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For today's blog, list one or two ways you think a society's culture might affect its modes of transportation. Think about, for example, the fact that public transportation options in the United States are not as popular as they are in Europe. What might be some reasons for this? (Feel free to answer either or both of these questions:)

Government

After researching your own country and watching other groups' presentations, what themes have you noticed about how the way a government is set up affects the lives of its citizens? Think about a government that protects the freedoms of its citizens vs. one that oppresses them, or one where people can vote and have representation vs. one in which the leaders are unaccountable to the people.

Values

Last week we talked about the values inherent in American politics. Those were Liberty, Equality, and Security. Take a minute to think about how different groups might elevate one of those values above others. Do different parties rank values differently? Different age groups? What about different countries; do they have different values altogether? Post your response below or write it wherever you do your Daily Prep.

Rule of Law

What is meant by "Rule of Law?" What about the "Rule of Man?" In your own words, explain what you think these expressions mean, or predict the meaning of these expressions.

Government

Today we're talking about politics! For today's daily prep, try to think of 3 things in which the government has no involvement in your life. To qualify they can't be affected by anything the government passes (laws) or sets into motion from policy decisions or court cases. Only one person wins, so try to think of ways other people's lists can be disqualified!

Monday, 9/27/2010

Today we're wrapping up our first unit, "Evolution of Mass Media." This falls within our theme of Societies in Transition. Our driving question for the year asks the question: "Was the 20th century one of progress, or one of decline?" How does this unit on media help you answer that question?