What is social studies...

First, I need to apologize for not updating last night.  With all of the rain, flooding, leaking, and other problems that occurred, blogging just wasn't on my mind.

Yesterday, we discussed procedures including starting class, the QOD (Question of the Day), and various other instructional practices used in my class. 

Today, we began to explore the world of social studies.  We determined what the five themes of social studies are:  History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, and Behavioral Sciences.  In small groups, we began to define and explain those very important aspects.  Tomorrow we will continue to work on making our social studies webs and discussing these topics.

Is anyone watching President Obama's address?  What do you think?

So...

...who will be first to post on my blog?

In class today, we discussed several important topics.  First, we discussed what materials are needed for class (something to write with and a notebook/binder).  We also discussed class rules, important course topics, and the use of technology pertaining to this social studies class.  Please check out my teacher page for more information and remember to sign up for the wiki if you are permitted.  Remember to discuss the use of technology with your parents!

Any questions?  If you have one, post it here!

Welcome!

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome my newest group of students!  Our first week is now behind us and it is time that we start moving on toward the meat of this course.  I hope that you are willing to take the time to participate in both in the 'real' classroom and the virtual.  You will want to sign up for this blog, as well as my wiki, within this week so that you can get started.

Our major question for discussion will be:  What is social studies?  Feel free to leave your comment or respond to the comment of one of your classmates...