Unit+3+-+The+Progressive+Era+12-13

__Unit Overview__
toc This unit will cover two major themes around the turn of the century in the United States - the Progressive Era and imperialism. During the first half of this unit, we will examine the efforts of both the US Government and individual citizens in "righting the wrongs" caused by industrialization, xenophobia, and a host of other issues, in an era best known as the Progressive Era. We will look at who the progressives were and what they stood for, in general. (It's important to note that the progressive were not, necessarily, one unified group of people but that progressives were part of both political parties at this time.) In particular, we will look at two major issues during this time period - child labor and women's suffrage - as case studies in looking at how various people dealt with the issues of the time period. From a skills standpoint, we'll also tackle the issue of historical revisionism in looking at well known recent historian, Howard Zinn and discuss both the pros and cons to this recent trend in history. During the second half of this unit, we will be exploring the factors, methodology, and consequences of the United States becoming a world power during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. One thing to keep in mind is that the events discussed in this unit are occurring at the same time as the events of our previous two units (Industrialization and the Progressive Era). We will examine the ideology used on behalf of many Americans to justify its imperialistic endeavors, particularly during the Spanish-American War. We will also spend a considerable amount of time looking at the methods used by the Americans in its imperialistic endeavors and the consequences of those actions. We will also examine the role of the United States in other foreign affairs, particularly, World War I, and the ramifications of that war both at home and abroad.

__Essential Questions__

 * What were the causes of the issues that were Progressive Era? Why did it take place at this time, rather than any other point in history?
 * Who is best suited or best equipped to deal with the problems in society that the Progressive Era sought to solve - private citizens, the US Government, or some combination of the two? Why?
 * What are the legacies of the Progressive Era? How do we still see its effects today?
 * How was the Progressive Era both a success and a failure?
 * What are the pros and cons to historical revisionism?
 * Why did the United States choose to get involved in imperialism at this point in its history?
 * How did both those in favor of imperialistic actions and its critics justify their stances on this issue?
 * Who played a stronger role in shaping US foreign policy during this time period - the government or the media? Why?
 * Was the US justified in its actions to control dissent during World War I? Why or why not?

__Key Dates__
November 12th-13th - US Map Assessment #2 November 16th and 19th - Exam - Part I (Objective Portion) November 19th and 20th - Exam - Part II (Essay Portion)

__Class #1 - Introduction to the Progressive Era (Block C - Tuesday, October 30th, Block G - Wednesday, October 31st)__
In this first class after your exam, we'll be introducing not only the Progressive Era, but the issue of __how__ historians write history. To do this, we'll look at the issue of historical revisionism and Howard Zinn. We'll discuss how he writes about historical events and issues surrounding this style. We'll also do a brief overview of the events of the Progressive Era, culminating in a brief quiz at the end of class. (A quiz today means no homework for next class!)

1. Complete the Introduction to the Progressive Era Assignment. Pay careful attention to the instructions on the assignment page.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Zinn Keynote Discussion 3. Child Labor Pictures and Discussion 4. Women's Suffrage Video 5. Review of Progressive Era Events 6. Progressive Era Terminology Quiz
 * In-Class Activities:**

Progressive Era Review Game
 * Resources for this class:**

__Class #2 - Progressive Era Newspapers and Test Corrections (Block C - Thursday, Nov. 1st, Block G - Friday, Nov. 2nd)__
This class will focus on two main activities. The first is conducting test corrections from our Unit 2 Objective Exam. Secondly, students will be reading the research newspapers of students from previous years as a means to better understand specific events of the Progressive Era. Many students will be absent from this class due to SEOMUN and KAIAC Tennis, so you will need to be sure to make up this work on your own time.

1. Work on things for other classes. There is no specific homework for this class.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Test Corrections - My goal is for you to finish your test corrections in class. Be sure to save all of your responses on your MacBook and then upload them using this Google Form. If you are absent from this class, or unable to finish your corrections, you will need to finish your corrections on your own time. They are due on Monday, November 12th by the end of the school day. 3. Students have the option (it is not required) of improving their key terms quiz score by 50% (example--a student who earned a 15/25 can get a 20/25). To do this, they must, on a separate sheet of paper, handwrite (1) the term and description for each one missed and (2) write a short summary sentence after the term and description. Here is an example for the 1st term from the quiz:
 * In-Class Activities:**

"Muckrakers is the name for investigative journalists who wrote about corruption in business and politics, hoping to bring about reform. These 'reforming' investigative journalists were called muckrakers."

Students should staple their corrections to the back of their quizzes and had this back in to Mr. Wood by Friday November 16 in order to get credit. Unlike the test corrections, students may take their quizzes outside of class if they so desire.

4. Progressive Era Newspaper Activity - Read ONE of the following two newspapers and answer the questions on the worksheet, which will be given to you during class.


 * Resources for This Class:**

__Class #3 - Introduction to US Imperialism (Block C - Monday, Nov. 5th, Block G - Tuesday, Nov. 6th)__
In this class, we'll begin to look at how the US expanded its sphere of influence around the world. We'll look at the factors that drove the US to do so by looking at some literature from this time period. We'll then introduce America's first foray into imperialism - The Spanish-American War.

1. Complete the Progressive Era Newspaper Activity from last class if you have not done so already.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. White Man's Burden Discussion Questions 3. Hand out Geography Assessment II Study Guide 4. Read Choices Packet on the Spanish American War and answer study guide questions
 * In-Class Activities:**


 * Resources for this class:**

__Class #4 - Election Coverage and Map Review (Block C - Wednesday, Nov. 7th, Block G - Thursday, Nov. 8th)__
Today's class will be a special one as we will be paying particular attention to presidential election taking place in the US. We'll also spend some time reviewing for our upcoming Map Assessment.

1. Complete the Spanish American War study guide (readings and questions). Remember, the forecast is "partly quizzy." 2. Review for your map test.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Map Review Game 2. Election Coverage and Discussion
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #5 - Teddy Roosevelt (Block C - Thursday, Nov. 8th, Block G - Friday, Nov. 9th)__
This class will be solely devoted to studying President Roosevelt and the work that he did while president. We'll examine his role as a champion of progressive legislation, staunch imperialist, and the earliest conservationist.

1. Review for your map test.
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. The Tale of the Tape 3. The Presidents Video: Theodore Roosevelt 4. Roosevelt Primary Documents
 * In-Class Activities:**


 * Resources for this class:**

Teddy Roosevelt Primary Document Discussion Questions

__Class #6 - Map Assessment and Introduction to World War I (Block C - Monday, Nov. 12th, Block G - Tuesday, Nov. 13th)__
Most of this class will be spent assessing your knowledge of US and World Geography as it pertains to imperialism. During the rest of the class, we'll go through a brief introduction to World War I and why the US, ultimately, got involved in the "Great War."

1. Review for your map test - it's today!!!
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Lecture and Discussion - Introduction to World War I 3. Map Assessment #2
 * In-Class Activities:**


 * Resources for this class:**

__Class #7 - World War I and Propaganda (Block C - Wednesday, Nov. 14th, Block G - Thursday, Nov. 15th)__
In this class, we will explore the process by which the US went from being neutral in 1914 to largely supporting the war effort and full involvement in 1917, largely through how the country "sold" the war to the public through propaganda. We will also begin to review for our objective assessment next class and preview a teaching project.

1. Work on things for other classes!
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Project Partner Survey 3. Lecture/Discussion - Propaganda during World War I 4. Review for Objective Assessment
 * In-Class Activities:**


 * Resources for this class:**

__Class #8 - Objective Exam and Explain Teaching Project (Block C - Friday, Nov. 16th, Block G - Monday, Nov. 19th)__
1. Review briefly for your objective exam. Remember that you are allowed to do corrections on this! 2. Quiz and Exam 2 Corrections are due today!!!
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Words of Wisdom Discussion 2. Objective Test 3. Explain 1920s-1930s Teaching Project
 * In-Class Activities:**

__Class #9 - Essay Exam (Block C - Monday, Nov. 19th, Block G - Tuesday, Nov. 20th)__
1. Review for your essay test. (The study guide can be found under the "Resources" for Class #7
 * Prior to class, you should:**

1. Essay Test 2. Begin work on 1920s-1930s Teaching Project
 * In-Class Activities:**