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Wednesday, December 12, 2012

12/13: World 1

LT: I can define REVOLUTION IMOW (in my own words) in a way that it can be applied universally.


Daily LT- I can examine the effects of inventions, technological advances and discoveries that have impacted/altered society, for better or for worse.
Daily LT- I can recognize and predict intended and unintended consequences of technological advances on the environment and society.

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45 MINUTES: Finish up your RevDef MAP. 

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What makes an invention REVOLUTIONARY?

IS the 3D Printer revolutionary?

How does it work?

What about impacts (pg. 25)?




Old SCHOOL (but totally revolutionary)
Wheel
Coined Money
Printing Press
Spinning Jenny
Steam Engine
Cotton Gin
A few more modern LISTS...
LIST 1
LIST 2
LIST 3

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TIMELINE CONCEPT-

  • Each 9th grader will contribute ONE revolutionary invention to the timeline wall (outside).

  • Your contribution will include 

    • An image (can be printed or drawn) of the invention

    • The date invented and inventor

    • The IMPACT worksheet completed

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HW (Over the Weekend)

1. Choose your top three from the lists above (has to fit into your definition of revolution to be a revolutionary invention-- so no snuggies).

2. Submit  your three choices by clicking HERE.

3. Check out KICKSTARTER.COM. Amazing, right?!



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