Unit+7+-+The+Cold+War+10-11

Class #1 - Introduction the Cold War and Note-Taking Skills (Monday, Feb. 7th) Today, we'll begin examining the Cold War, understanding why the rivalry began and how it manifested itself in Germany through the Berlin Blockade and subsequent Berlin Airlift. We'll also look at the US response to the Soviet Union in the Truman Doctrine and Marshall Plan as part of containment policy. Finally, we'll discuss some note-taking skills when reading a text book to help you digest the information in an efficient manner.


 * Homework due at the beginning of this class:** None!


 * Homework due for next class:** Read 25-3 and take notes. The forecast is partly quizzy.

Class #2 - More on the Early Cold War, Intro to Marx, Stalin, and Mao (Wednesday, Feb. 9th) Today, we'll look at the rivalry between the US and USSR and why that existed. We'll examine why each nation was suspicious of the other and how the tenets of capitalism and communism (as practiced by the USSR) were completely opposed to each other. We'll then look at Marxism and see how that compares to what was actually practiced in the USSR and China.
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 * Homework due at the beginning of class:** None. Work on your research paper.


 * Homework due for next class:** Work on your research paper and turn in your permission slip.

Marx, Stalin, and Mao Activity
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Class #3 - Truman, Eisenhower, and the Cold War (Block G - Thursday, Feb. 10th, Block A - Friday, Feb. 11th) In this class, we'll wrap up our discussion of the Soviet Union and how it expanded its communist influence across parts of Europe and Asia shortly after WWII. We'll then look at the actions of Presidents Truman and Eisenhower and their role in the Cold War.


 * Homework due at the beginning of class:** None, however, your permission slip is due by Monday and you should be working on your research paper.


 * Homework due for next class:** Permission slips MUST be turned in. Keep working on your research papers!!!


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Class #4 - Intro to the Korean War and the Cold War Tournament (February 14th) In this class, we'll begin to look at the Korean War by finding out what you already know about this conflict. We will then begin the annual Cold War Trivia Tournament in US History. Good luck!


 * Homework due at the beginning of class:** Permission slips for the field trip are due


 * Homework due for next class:** Research papers are due (uploaded to turnitin.com by 8 am and bring a hard copy to class)


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 * Cold War Trivia Tournament**

Class #5 - More on the Korean War and the Cold War Tournament (February 16th)

Today, I'll be lecturing on the events of the Korean War, the controversy surrounding MacArthur's actions during the war, and how the armistice was reached. We'll also be continuing with our Cold War Tournament. Remember, the winner gets a quiz pass!!!


 * Homework due at the beginning of class:** None


 * Homework for next class:** Field Trip Reflection is due (Field Trip is on February 17th)


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Class #6 - Field Trip Recap and Finishing the Cold War Tournament (February 18th)

Today, we'll discuss what you learned as a result of going to the Korean War Museum yesterday and we will be finishing our Cold War Tournament.


 * Homework due at the beginning of class:** Field Trip Reflection Worksheet


 * Homework for next class:** None

Class #7 - The Space Race and the Arms Race (Block G - February 21st, Block F - February 22nd)

In this class, we'll look at the ever-growing rivalry between the US and USSR and how that manifested itself in the Space Race and the Arms Race. In particular, we'll look at how these tensions played out in Cuba with the Bay of Pigs Invasion and the Cuban Missile Crisis. We'll also discuss how this rivalry impacted Americans at home and how they prepared for a potential attack by the USSR.


 * Homework due at the beginning of this class:** None


 * Homework due for next class:** None


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Class #8 - McCarthyism, the Second Red Scare, and the Hollywood Ten (February 23rd)

In this class, we'll be looking at the actions taken by Senator Joseph McCarthy and asking the question, "Was McCarthy justified in his assault against communism in the early 1950s?" We'll also hold a brief debate on the decision of President Eisenhower to eventually speak out against Sen. McCarthy. Finally, we'll begin to look at how the Cold War spread to parts of Latin America and the Middle East.


 * Homework due at the beginning of class:** None


 * Homework due for next class:** Latin America Analogy, Simile, and Song Title Assignment

Eisenhower-McCarthy Debate Activity
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Class #9 - Introducing the Music Teaching Project (February 28th)

In this class, we'll peer edit the first to similes and analogies that you developed for the homework for today. I will also explain the Music Teaching Project and we will determine your topic and the date that you will be presenting on. I will demonstrate how to use music in teaching about history by looking at Born in the U.S.A.by Bruce Springsteen. (For lyrics to this song, see the link to the Music Teaching Project.


 * Homework due at the beginning of class:** Have two of your six similes/analogies completed for class


 * Homework due for next class:** Finish your Latin America Analogy, Simile, and Song Title Assignment

Music Teaching Project
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Class #10 - Intro to Cold War Music Part I and Test Review (March 2nd - 1/2 class due to conferences)

In this class, we'll begin to look at the music of the Cold War and mass media portrayals of the Cold War. We will hear from various KIS staff member about their experiences during the Cold War and how the media shaped their views of the Soviet Union. I will also hand out the study guide for your test, which will be on March 7th.


 * Homework due at the beginning of the class:** Latin America Analogy, Simile, and Song Title Assignment


 * Homework due for next class:** Study for your test and work on your lesson plan for the Music Teaching Project


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Class #11 - Intro to Cold War Music Part II (Block G - March 3rd, Block A - March 4th) In this final class before your test, we'll look at different views of the Russians in pop music during the Cold War, the concept of Mutually Assured Destruction (M.A.D.) and how the Cold War spilled into the sporting world in the Olympics.

Don't forget... your test is NEXT CLASS!!! Start studying now!


 * Homework due at the beginning of class:** None - you should be studying for your test.


 * Homework due for next class: It's Happy Happy Test Day!!!**

In America by Charlie Daniels 99 Red Balloons by Nena The Russians by Sting
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