Sociology:
Students will be able to:
+identify, explain and discuss orally and in writing:
~the functions of the institution of education in American society: acculturation, citizenship & consumer values, education, socialization etc.
~the strengths & weaknesses of mass public education
~the role of teacher unions in affecting the quality of education & teacher quality
~the problems inherent to bureaucratic education
+suggest solutions orally and in writing to address America’s education issues
Monday:
Remediation: late work
discuss education based on first hand experience (what do you like about education at WOHS, what do you dislike, what would you change and how?)
Tuesday & Wednesday:
documentary: Waiting for Superman
Thursday:
Oral and written response to documentary
Friday:
Text: readings & contemporary data presentation

Introduction to Journalism:
Students will be able to:
~identify the elements of feature stories
~demonstrate understanding of basic AP Stylebook rules through writig
~critically assess the Kony 2012 documentary & fiscal results
~demonstrate understanding of how to research credibility of sources
~research published stories for accuracy
Monday:
Remediation & catch up
Tuesday:
Discuss Kony 2012 news stories and assess for credibility
Wednesday:
Use Journalism Educators’ Listserve resources that address breaking story over Kony 2012
Start review of historical background of crises in Africa, human trafficking stats
Thursday & Friday:
Hotel Rawanda