
8th Grade History Class Introduction
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History, Geography, Social Studies
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8th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Easy
Dana Detterich
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13 Slides • 12 Questions
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Where you will practice seeking truth, demanding justice, and questioning everything!
American History 1490 - 1930
Welcome to U.S. History
I am
Elder Detterich
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Entrance Challenges
Who I am
First Questions
Introduction
Questions & Answers (Q&A)
Classcraft Questing Lessons
Expectations
Syllabus
Exit Challenge
Conclusion
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Times change and so do we.
The year was 1986. The turtleneck was red. The bangs were real 80s. My whole life was ahead of me.
What questions do you have for me?
8th Grade me
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Syllabus signatures must be through Parent Square. If your adults are not in Parent Square, make sure they get on it.
Get it signed.
With me.
By yourself or with friends.
With your family.
Read it.
What questions do you have for me about the syllabus?
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What is Classcraft?
Why do I use Classcraft?
How does it work?
What questions do you have for me?
Classcraft Questing
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Day 2: Class gaming tools, Character Classes, and Pets.
American History 1490 - 1930
Welcome to U.S. History
I am
Elder Detterich
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Day 3: Random events, Student Store, and teams.
American History 1490 - 1930
Welcome to U.S. History
I am
Elder Detterich
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Multiple Choice
How are your grades calculated in PowerSchool?
Grades are averaged but some assignments weigh more than others.
Each grade replaces the previous grade.
Add up the assignments and divide by how many assignments there are.
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Match
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Non-Negotiables
Geography
1986
Number of NO HOOD signs in class.
The list of behaviors that get IMMEDIATE consequences - No arguing.
A MAJOR theme in this history class.
When Ms. Detterich started 8th grade.
Number of NO HOOD signs in class.
The list of behaviors that get IMMEDIATE consequences - No arguing.
A MAJOR theme in this history class.
When Ms. Detterich started 8th grade.
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Multiple Choice
How long do we get for Entrance and Exit Challenges?
10 minutes
5 minutes
All day baby.
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Poll
What part of this class do you think will help you the most?
Doing project-based learning
Using clear rubrics for feedback and grading
Classcraft
Graphic organizers, thinking maps, & lots of visuals.
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Multiple Choice
A guardian can protect their teammates from damage in the game.
TRUE
FALSE
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Multiple Choice
A Healer is in charge of helping their teammates recharge their crystals.
TRUE
FALSE
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Multiple Choice
A Mage helps recharge their teammate's crystals.
TRUE
FALSE
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Multiple Choice
How many teams do we have in class?
4
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2
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Poll
Pick the one that speaks to your soul. In other words, pick the one you might think the most.
Rainbows and Unicorns, because we can all use some joy in our lives.
Pizza. I'll say it again. Pizza.
I blame video games.
Speak to me in memes, because I don't words.
Can we just learn please.
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Audio Response
Your table needs to sing me a 10 second ORIGINAL song about history. Be brave and creative.

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Reorder
Using the timeline at the front of the classroom. Reorder the following.
Jamestown
Abolitionists
Declaration of Independence
African American Congress
Progressive Era
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Fill in the Blanks
What would you like to call your table group? It should be something connected to your Team Name (Earth, Air, Fire, or Water) AND start with the word "The".
Example for Air: The Wind
Type answer...
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Where you will practice seeking truth, demanding justice, and questioning everything!
American History 1490 - 1930
Welcome to U.S. History
I am
Elder Detterich
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