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8 th Grade Social Studies Mrs . Janiskee

8 th Grade Social Studies Mrs . Janiskee. Introductions: Mrs. Janiskee. 9 th year teaching at Moore I have taught multiple subjects and multiple grade levels. Graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelors Degree in Political Science with a minor in Pre-Law GO SPARTANS!!!

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8 th Grade Social Studies Mrs . Janiskee

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  1. 8th Grade Social StudiesMrs. Janiskee

  2. Introductions: Mrs. Janiskee • 9th year teaching at Moore • I have taught multiple subjects and multiple grade levels. • Graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelors Degree in Political Science with a minor in Pre-Law GO SPARTANS!!! • Originally from Lansing, Michigan

  3. Common Core • Our district is making sure to do everything necessary to meet the Common Core Standards for the 2019-2020 school year. • High Level, Text Based Discussions • Focus on Process, Not Just Content • Create Assignments for Real Audiences and a Real Purpose • Teach Argument, Not Persuasion • Increase Text Complexity

  4. Curriculum • The goal of Social Studies 8 is for students to examine and analyze the history of the United States from the colonial period up to the beginning of World War I. This course requires students to display a number of academic skills.

  5. Class Schedule • Most days we will begin with warm-up questions based upon the material I am currently teaching, or review from a previous unit. • This will be followed by either taking notes, class activities/assignments, or quizzes/tests. • The entire year is mapped out in the class syllabus, which is located on my website. Mrs. Janiskee's Website

  6. Teaching Strategies & Methods Most lectures are in PowerPoint format. Hands-on activities that my include drawing, coloring, or projects. Group work or partner activities Presentations Creating stories/narratives from historical perspectives Debates/Case Studies Nearpod/Discovery on the Chromebooks

  7. 8th Grade Expectations • We will respect ourselves, others, and property. • We will not use obscenities, eat, drink or chew gum. • We will follow all verbal and written instructions. • We will be seated and prepared to learn before the bell rings. • Students will raise their hand and be selected before speaking out. • Backpacks/purses will remain on the floor during class. • Cell phones and iPods will be confiscated if seen out on campus. (This includes ear buds)

  8. Aeries Parent Portal Online Grade Book All you need is a computer with internet access and a current email address.

  9. Wish List • Tissues • Colored pencils • Hand sanitizer • Pencils • Clorox Wipes • Copy paper

  10. This is going to be a great year! • We are a team! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. • The best way to reach me is by email • jennifer_janiskee@redlands.k12.ca.us • Visit my website for all class information (homework, classwork)

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