Vocabulary Workshop - Day 4
Aim: Why is vocabulary important to Global History?
Do Now: Take a Vocabulary Worksheet. Answer as many vocabulary definitions you can in 10 minutes.
Lesson Overview:
| Item | Approx Time |
| Do Now | 3-5 Min |
| Mini Lesson | 15-20 Min |
| Activity | 15 Min |
| Discussion | 5-7 Min |
Social Studies Vocabulary
Vocabulary in social studies is crucial to understanding basic concepts and their context in history.
One example would be the word "secular" which means non-religious. It is used to describe governments that are not "theocratic" (a religious run government). Some governments are not considered secular such as many Islamic governments because the religious leaders control the government or they use religious law known as Sharia Law. It is the moral code and religious law of Islam.
Vocabulary is best learned through connections to historical context or within the time period when it was used. Vocabulary can be memorized which allows for quicker recall.
The use of Flashcards to memorize these terms is very helpful. You can use the Online Flashcard version link on the Navigation Bar or here.
There are two quizzes for Global History Terms that should be taken until mastered. You can find the quizzes on the Navigation Bar under Quiz Regents Practice.
The two are:
Classwork & Homework
Lesson PowerPoint:
Lesson Activity:
Lesson Resource:
Homework:
- Study Vocabulary for Quizzes this week. 25 Terms Each Day.
- Assignments
Homework: Assignments