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AP US History

Hello AP US History peeps,
 
Looks like we're in this for the long haul.  But as Rosie the Riverter said, "We can do this!"
 
Here are your assignments and announcements for the week of March 23rd to March 27th.
 
1. The Presidents Test that we were going to take after we got back from spring break has been cancelled.  I guess you can thank the 'Rona for that one!
2.  I will still accept late work and extra credit movies for 3rd quarter this week, up until Friday at 11:00 am.  I am also attaching all extra credit movies you can watch from our 1950s-Present unit.  You can watch these for 3rd or 4th quarter.
3.  All assignments we do from here on out will go on 4th quarter's grade.
4.  Do chapter 36 studyguide (it's a long one, sorry).
5. View the Powerpoint on the "Swell 50s" and fill in the guided notes that go along with it as best as you can (although you don't have to send these to me- I'll take your word).
6.  Watch the documentary America's Century: The Best Years (link has been attached) and fill out the videoguide that goes along with it (I will have to see that though).
 
Lastly, you have probably heard that College Board is revising all AP exams.  Here are the highlights of their latest announcement:
 
 
  • There will NOT be any face-to-face AP exams this year
  • Students will take AP exams at home
  • Exams will be 45 minutes
  • Exams will NOT contain multiple-choice questions
  • Exams will be administered online
  • Students will be able to take the exam on one of two separate dates to be announced by the College Board April 3, 2020
  • Exams will be assessing a reduced scope of content, content that would “typically” have been covered before March
  • Students will have the option of canceling their exam(s), and CB will waive the $40.00/exam late fee they would have charged the school
 
We'll know more about what the test will look like after April 3rd.  We'll start reviewing for the Exam right after spring break.  Everything we're doing this week will not be on the AP Exam, but this stuff will help you hone your reading and critical thinking skills.  Furthermore, I want you to leave my classroom with an appreciation for all of American history, not just with the ability to pass a test. 
 
I'm also sending this out on a Skyward alert/email and I'm posting everything to my edlio page. To get there, go to the Bingham website, click on staff, find my name, find your class, and everything should be right there. So sorry if you're going to get flooded with emails from me. 
 
As usual, email me with any questions.  Keep calm and carry on. You've got this!
 
-Mr. Boberg
 
Welcome to week #3.  First, there will be nothing assigned next week during Spring Break.  But we will start our review for the AP Exam the following week.  
 
For this week (March 30th to April 3rd) you should:
 
1.  Complete chapter 37 (this might be our last one for the year, so don't jump ahead, unless you love reading the textbook).  This was in your Corona packet, but I've attached it just in case.
2.  Fill our the guided notes on 'The Cold War.'
3.  Now that you've read about the Korean Conflict, watch the clip from Stephen Colbert just for fun.  
4.  Watch the 3 minute clip from 'October Sky' as it pertains to Sputnik.  This is a really good movie to watch for extra credit by the way.  
4.  I will take WWII movies for extra credit until May 1st.  I will take 1950s-Present movies for extra credit for the rest of the year.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZh1k3IlfTc
Coursework for April 13th to April 17th:
 
Hi AP classes,
 
Hope you are staying safe and keeping both your sense of humor and your sanity.  So we are officially kicking off our AP Review in anticipation for the AP Exam scheduled for May 15th at 12 pm (noon).  You are required to do all of the AP Review stuff even if you do not plan to take the AP Exam.
 
First, I am attaching some study tips that Ms. Mason put together.  Read it over, it will help you tremendously.
Although Ms. Mason will be going over the Exam rubric in a video, I am attaching the rubric so you can refer to it as you study and practice your essay writing.  Remember, the entire test this year consists of one 45 minute DBQ
 
Next, Ms. Mason and I are going to put out a series of Review videos on Youtube.  Your job is to watch them all and take notes on them.  Then email me your notes, or send a picture of them.  This will be your assignment that will be graded. 
 
For this week, you need to watch these 3 videos (one on the Rubric, and the other two on 1754-1789).  I only want (need) one set of notes for all 3 videos.  
 
Although these are meant to help you, you still have to be studying on your own! Look over your timelines and read through all of your chapter studyguides on these time periods (preferably before you watch the review videos).  Good luck and email me with any questions.  
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUgFenFqhyQ&feature=youtu.be   (The Rubric explained in 5 minutes)
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hItNWgSTWw&feature=youtu.be  (Review 1-A: 1754-1774, about 14 min)
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhJM-RJALrE&feature=youtu.be  (Review 1-B: 1774-1789, about 15 min)
 
 
Coursework for April 20th to April 24th 
 
Hi AP classes,
 
So here are the videos for this week. There will be two sets of videos (sorry) for this week.  But there are only 6 sets of videos total, so you will be half way there after this week!  As usual, take a picture of your notes and send them to me as soon as you are done.  Again, you only need one set of notes for each Review session.  Email me with any questions or concerns.  
 
Here are the Review videos for Session #3.  This is on Slavery, The Civil War and Reconstruction.
All of you guys are going to rock that AP Exam on May 15th!
 
 

Reveiw Video 3 Part A     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R34u49B1BXc&t=0s

Review Video 3 Part B
Here's Review video #4. It's longer (45 min) but there's only one video.  Only 2 more to go after this.  And I won't give out anything after the AP Exam- so you have that to look forward to!  There is an exercise to add to the end of your notes that's explained at the end of the video.  
 
Review video #4 (1865-1900)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUXcYlO-190
Hi AP class!
 
So I'm posting the last 2 review videos (#5 and #6) for you to watch, take notes on, and send them to me.  There is an assignment at the end of video #6.  Just get your notes to me before the AP Exam on May 15th. 
 
Again, these are just one more tool to help you on the exam.  You should be doing some studying on your own as well. 
 
During the test, do not waste time looking things up on Google or your textbook.  You will be wasting valuable writing time.  It's ok to have your timelines out or your notes on the review videos, but give them a quick scan and then start writing!  Remember to write a brief outline before you start the actual essay- this will keep you connected to your thesis or the point you're trying to prove.
 
Just know, I miss you all, teaching like this is lame, and I hate this just as much as you do!
 
I would love to see all of you in one of my WWII classes next year (I'm teaching 4 sections of it, 2 in fall, 2 in spring) or in my regular Civics class (I'm teaching 2 sections of it).
 
Email me with any questions or concerns and I'll get back to you! Good luck!
 
Mr. Boberg
 
Review Video #5 (1890-1920, 25 minutes)
 
Review Videos #6 (1920-1941)
 
Video #1 (20 min)
Video #2 (14 min)
Ok, I'm hearing that a few of you want some more practice on writing DBQs.  So I'm offering this for EXTRA CREDIT, or just to hone your skills before the test on Friday.  If you want to send me your answers, I'll be happy to give you feedback. You can do this for all of the prompts, just one, or none at all, as this is totally optional!  But it will help for the exam!
 
After reading the prompt, you should
1. Write down 6-7 pieces of outside info (evidence) that you can use (names, dates, concepts, laws, people, events, etc) for this prompt.
2.  Write down your thesis.
3.  What could you use for contextualization?
4.  Complexity (qualifying or modifying argument) or a rebuttal, or looking at the prompt from a different angle.
 
Prompt #1
 
In the post–Civil War United States, corporations grew significantly in number, size, and influence. Analyze the impact of big business on the economy and politics and the responses of Americans to these changes. Confine your answer to the period 1870 to 1900.
 
Prompt #2
 
The Jacksonian Period (1824-1848) has been celebrated as the era of the "common man." To what extent did the period live up to its characterization? Consider 2 of the following in your response: Economic Development, Politics, Reform Movements.
 
Prompt #3
 
Evaluate the extent of change in ideas about American independence from 1763 to 1783.
 
Prompt #4
 
Assess the validity of the following statement:  Although reform movements from 1820 to 1860 had a few isolated successes, most ended in failure and had a limited impact on American society. 
 
Textbook Return
 
As you walk into the main entrance of the school, there is a cart with my name on it.  Please attach a post-it with your name on your book and return it to that cart within the next 2 weeks so I do not have to fine you $75.  Thank you!