Wednesday, November 30. 2011

Mr. Schick!!!! Or Whats up Robert!

Yesterday Mrs. Brannan  Economic Geography was our teacher, she made us take notes Economic Geography!
I took a lot of notes:

Economic Geography

Renewable Resources: Replace themselves over time.
Examples:
Soil, water, forests.

NonRenewable Resources: Once they are used, they are gone.
Examples: Fossil Fuels and Metals. Fossil Fuels; oil, coal, gas. Metals: gold, copper, iron, and bauxite.
Fossil Fuel: A natural fuel such as coal or gas, formed in the geological past from the remains of living organisms.

Human Resources: affected by level of education, skilled or unskilled labor, and if managerial or entrepreneurial abilitiesare needed.
Example: People and their minds.

Capital Resources: Resources that can be used to make more of something, like money or tools.
Key Features: Availibility of money for lending the level of infrustructure the availability and use of tools, machines, and technology.

3 Levels of Economic Activity:
Primary Activities: Dealing directly with natural resources.
Examples: fishing, farming, mining.
Secondary Activities: Manufacturing and processing of natural resources.
Examples: steel mills, automobile assembly, saw mills.
Tertiary Activities: service industries.
Examples: transportation, retail trade, informational technology services.

Resources Change Over Time:
Wood: deforestation.
Coal: pollution, mining problems, competitions w/ oil and gas.
Petroleum (Oil/Gas): transportation, enviornmental considerations.
Nuclear: contamination, disposal of waste.
Solar or Wind: cost, aesthetics.

To be continued...

Monday, November 28, 2011

Hi Mr. Schick!

Today day I took a test on Populatipn Pyramids, I didn't do as well as I intended to but, oh well. I tried really hard.
See you Wednesday!

Still Not in School.... BUT blogging.

Howdy Mr. Schick

I still was not in school but you probably know that because you take attendance in the beginning of every class, and plus I know you already miss me! Well, IT SNOWED where I am. Its freezing outside and the bad part is my parents want to hike but I'm in a boot! I can't do anything with this thing on my leg! Well, I will see you Monday!
I hope you have a great weekend!

Thursday- I was not at school, BUT, I'm still blogging.

HI MR. SCHICK!

I wasn't in school today but I felt the need to blog just so I won't get points taken off. I am on the Skyline Drive at Skyland Resort with my family celebrating my parent's 32 year anniversary. I will be back on Monday! Can't wait to be back in school and at sea level... The air is to thin up here!
Well have a great day!

Wednesday, November, 15. 2011

Hola Senor Schick! - Hello Mr. Schick!

Today in class we went over the paper from Monday. I learn a lot from these papers you give us! Even from the discussions we have about the paper! Well, have a great day everyone.
I will see you all Monday!

Monday, November 14. 2011

Hello Mr. Schick!

Today we were given a paper on CBR, CDR, and RNI to complete by Wednesday! Hopefully I will do well on this paper!
See you Wednesday everyone!

FRIDAY! November 4th!

HOLA!!!! Its FRIDAY!

Today in our WONDERFUL human geo class we continued writing our essay on geopolitics. I didn't get very far but I will finish this essay! Have a great weekend Mr. Schick! See you Monday!

Thursday! November 3rd

Hello Class!

Today we wrote an essay on geopolitics using the terms we discussed in class the other day! I am not the best at writing essays. See everyone tomorrow.

Wednesday! November 2nd

Hola Class.

Today we went over the test we took on culture. I didn't do so well... But there is always next time to pass! Alright, See everyone tomorrow.

Notes and Such for a Test I May Fail.

So many definitions, so much confusion

these definitions have a few things in common:

• "groups of people"
• "learned knowledge"
• "shared behavior"
• "held in common"
• "traditions"
• "transmitted from generation to generation"

What is learned, and how?

• speech
• religion
• livelihood
• value systems
• technology
• housing
• foods
• music
• and on, and on, and on...

Let's narrow it down to a few elements

• language

• values, norms, and beliefs

• social activity and interaction

• arts and sciences

Language

• a set of symbols used to assign and communicate meaning
• spoken words
• written symbols
• these enable us to name or label the things in our world so we can think and communicate about them 

Values, norms, and beliefs

Values:

• democracy
• capitalism
• education

Norms:

• how society should conduct its business
• how individuals in society should behave
• norms have the "should" idea
• what is "normal" ? 

Beliefs:

• religion
• faith
• family

Social activity and interaction

groups, organizations, institutions

• Ravens fans
• the Republican Party
• war veterans
• German-Americans
• the Lost Boys of Sudan
• social studies teachers
• the Methodist Church
• marathon runners
• the Directors Guild of America
• Facebook members

Arts and sciences

literature

• novels
• poetry
• plays

performing arts

• dance
• music
• film, television

visual arts 

• drawing
• painting
• photography
• iconography

Lets go pass a test!

Culture - some definitions

• learned, shared behavior that is held in common by a group of people, empowering them with a "way of life"

• systems of knowledge shared by a relatively large group of people

• learned behavior of a group of people, generally considered to be the tradition of that people, transmitted from generation to generation

Wednesday 10/19/11

Hello Class, Mr. Schick..

Today we watched 2 slides. We ate some rice, which was pretty good. Jenna still wasn't here.... So Bailey and I couldn't complete our slide. BUT. I brought in Lo Mein that EVERYONE enjoyed. Your Welcome. (:

Have a great day friends.

Monday 10/17/11

Hola Mr. Schick!

Today in class we went over a few more slides. Jenna wasn't there so we couldn't present ours! :( Oh well hopefully we will see her Wednesday...

Have a great day everyone!

10/7/11

Hola Sr. Schick. Como estas hoy? ( Hello Mr. Schick. How are you today?) That's Spanish!!!

IT'S FRIDAY!!! :) ....
Today in class we continued to work on our projects! I didn't feel very well so, I wasn't able to finish most it. Oh well. I can work on it over the WEEKEND! cause... IT'S FRIDAY!
Have a GREAT weekend everyone! Especially you Mr. Schick. Be good, don't party too much!

10/6/11

Howdy Class...

Today, we were told we have a project to do. FUN. We have to compose a presentation on a country, for example, mine is China. I have to sate facts about this country. On Monday, when my project is complete, I will be bring in a special treat for everyone to enjoy! Have a great day everyone! Especially you Mr. Schick!

10/5/11

HELLO!!!

Today in class we went over the "Lost Boys" test!!! Also, we discussed what culture was... oh and got new seats. By the way... I  believe you have some homework to do Mr. Schick. By homework I mean.. JERSEY SHORE. Well, see everyone tomorrow.

10/3/11

Hi Mr Schick!


Today in class we got our tests back! I didn't do very well on one but the other was great!!! Well see everyone tomorrow!!!

Classwork and Such for 9/30/11

HI EVERYONE!

Today in Human Geo we took at test! I thought it was pretty easy... But thats just my opinion!
Have a good weekend everyone!!! Especially you Mr. Schick!

Sudan Power Point Answers.

Population:

1. The population of Sudan is 45,047,502. They are ranked 29th in the world.
2. The population of Kenya is 41,070,934. They are ranked 33rd in the world.
3. The population of the US is 313,323,044. We are ranked 3rd in the world.
4. China is the country with the highest population. They have 1.3 billion people.
5. The Pitcarin has the lowest population. They have 48 people.

Density:
Number of people per a square kilometer, Ranking in the world.

1. Sudan: 13. Ranked: 200th
2. Kenya: 50.61. Ranked: 144th
3. US: 29.77. Ranked: 179th
4. Greatest Density: Macan. 48,000 ppl per square mile.
5. Least Density:  Greenland. 

Total Fertility Rate (TFR)

1. Sudan: 4.84
2. Kenya: 4.19
3. US: 2.06
4. Highest: Niger- 7.06
5. Lowest: Macan-

Net migration Rate:

1. Sudan: -0.29. Means people are leaving.
2. Kenya: 0
3. US: 4.18.
4. Higest: Zimbabwe
5. Lowest: Northern Marina Island

Life Expectancy:

1. Sudan: 55 
2. Kenya: 59 
3. US: 78
4. Highest: Monaco- 89
5. Lowest: Angola- 38

 Infant Motality Rate:

1. Sudan: 68 
2. Kenya: 52
3. US: 6
4. Highest: Angola- 175.
5. Lowest: Manaco- 1.79.

CBR, CDR, and RNI:

1. Sudan:
2. Kenya:
3. US:
4. Highest: Angola
5. Lowest: Manaco

9/29/11

Hi class.

Today we discussed the answers for the powerpoint. See you all tomorrow.

9/28/11

Hi everyone!
Today in class we finished the movie. I don't know about you guys, but I really didn't like the ending. Well, see yah in class tomorrow!

9/26/11

HI MR.SCHICK!

Today in class we watched somemore of the movie! Im excited to see more.
See yah on Wednesday!

9/23/11

Hello everyone.

Today in class we watched a little more of the movie today. I thought it was wild how they couldnt figure out how things worked at first. Well see yah Monday!!!

Countries and Continents

1.  United States- North America
2.  France- Europe
3.  Iraq- Asia
4.  China- Asia
5.  Saudi Arabia- Asia
6.  Haiti- South America
7.  India-Asia
8.  Japan- Asia
9.  Venezuela- South America
10. Iran- Asia
11. Russia- Asia
12. The United Kingdom-Europe
13. Israel-Asia
14. Germany- Europe
15. Tibet- Asia
16. Afghanistan- Asia
17. Brazil- South America
18. North Korea- Asia
19. Egypt-Africa
20. Kenya-Africa
21. Pakistan-Asia
22. Vietnam- Asia
23. Mexico- North America
24. Cuba- North America

9/22/11

Hi Mr. Schick!!!

Today in class we watched you try to hook up the sound but you failed to do so! Then we relocated to the TV room. :) But really... Today in class we watched a movie about what had happened in Sudan. It was very sad even though we didnt get to finish. Well, I'll see you tomorrow!!!

9/21/11

Hello everyone..

Today we did not have class... sadly. Well looking forward to class tomorrow!

9/20/11

HI MR. SCHICK!

Today in class we discussed the word globalization. Well see yah tomorrow!!!

9/19/11

HELLO CLASS, Hi Mr. Schick.

Today I took a test. Then... We talked for a little about world history... i think.
Well, Im looking forward to class on Wednesday!

Have a great day everyone.

9/16/2011

Hello Mr. Schick!

Today in class I fixed my blog while everyone else took a test! I should be ready to tackle this test on Monday.. Hopefully my brain feels better by then!!! Have a great weekend!!! :)

Shannon

Sadly, for September the 8th, We did not have class. :(  But, I'm looking forward to class on Monday! Have a great weekend Mr. Schick!

"Did you Know 2.0" 1st HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT! :)

Hi Mr. Schick! Hello classmates! Here's my homework for tonight. I know it was due by Midnight on Sunday but I had a few mods off and decided to catch up on some work!

   "Did You Know 2.0"

Two lines in this video make me think about the internet. In the video “Did You Know 2.0” it says if My Space was a country, it would be 8^th largest. Well, that says a lot. Social networking can be great but, in this case it increased big time which tells me we have more people too busy stuck on the computer rather than being outside enjoying life. Social networking is a huge attention draw to cyber bullying.  I come to school and hear, “oh my gosh! Did anyone see the post that so and so posted about me?” or “Hey! I saw your comment, she was shocked that you said that to her!”  I think it starts up more trouble. Also, people meet people they don’t really know online. Once you upload something on the internet it’s there forever. Be careful with your information too, anyone can pretend to be someone there not whether it’s a 50 year old man saying he’s a 16 year old boy trying to get your number.

Another thing that bothered me was the Google searches. Pick up a book! There is no way there should be 270,000,000,000+ searches within one month. Anyone can post an answer on line. We should be able to pick up a book and look for the answer to our question. Google is a reliable search engine but, it does has its cons. It opens up a wide variety of websites that could or could not take you to where you need to be, meaning, some of the following sites could have a virus. Here’s another reason I think we should pick up a book. Online, children have the temptation to plagiarize. If your do decide to take the answer put it in your own words; list the site you got it from! Don’t be sneaky and try to hide it. You will get caught.

In this rapidly changing world, I think we should all be ready to face what is going to happen next, whether it is some strange new law or another huge economy drop. Already so many people are without jobs. I think John Carroll should help guide us in the direction of finding a job while in college that way we can learn and get better at what we want to do. The unemployment rate of the United States is 9.1%. What I’m trying to say is John Carroll should help each student be the best they can be. When we learn more about the economy and what to expect, we surely will be ready to concur whatever obstacles we must face in life.

                                  Have a great day Mr. Schick! Oh and I'm glad my blog is finally working! :)
                                                                                                                                    -Shannon

Hello Mr. Schick, Whats up class? Homework I hope. :) Well, today in class we discussed the rest the CIA questions. We also watched "Did You Know 2.0" for our 1st homework assignment over the weekend! Let's make Human Geo the best class of FRESHMAN YEAR!
                                                                                        -Shannon.

Today in class we discussed the answers of the work given to us last Friday.

Friday's Classwork

Jenna Santoro, Shannon Fendryk

1. 313,232,044 is the population of the United States.
2. China, India, United States, Indonesia, Brazil are the five largest countries in the world.
3. 187,342,721 is the population of Pakistan.
4. The united States gov't is Federal Republic.
5. 95% is the unemployment rate of Zimbabwe.
6. Russia is the largest country in the world, by area.
7. Mexico has the third largest number of airports behind the US and Brazil.
8. Columbia is the largest producer of coca.
9. Saudi Arabia exports more oil then any other country in the world.
10. United States imports more oil then any other country in the world.
11. United States consumes more oil then any other country in the world.
12. Yes, women can serve in combat roles in China’s military.
13. GDP means Gross Domestic Product.
14. Qatar has the highest GDP per capita in the world. Its GDP is $179,000.
15. No, the US is not in the top ten for GDP per capita.
16. Africa has the highest birth rates.
17. 11 of the 12 countries with the highest number of deaths from HIV/AIDS can be found in Africa.
18. India is in the top ten for deaths from HIV/AIDS.
19. The US is ranked 18th for deaths from HIV/AIDS.
20. No we are not #1 in the number of cellular devices.
21. 23.9% of the US is Roman Catholic.
22. 76.5% of Mexico is Roman Catholic.
23. Net Migration Rate is the number of persons leaving the country.
24. No we are not the highest in the Net Migration Rate.
25. 6,928,198,253 is the population of the world!

Sorry it took so long for these to post! Have a great weekend Mr. Schick!

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