Summer School 2012 - Day 4

Aim: How is vocabulary related to your success on the Global History Regents?

Do Now: Student Global History Vocabulary Worksheet

Lesson Overview:

Item	Approx Time
Do Now	20 Min
Mini Lesson	30 Min
Activity	35 Min
Quiz	13 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:

1. Terms
2. Skills, Concepts, and Terms.

Classwork & Homework

Lesson PowerPoint:

• Global History Basic Vocabulary Terms - All 40
• Global History Basic Vocabulary Terms - First 20
• Global History Basic Vocabulary Terms - Last 20
• Global History Basic Vocabulary Terms Review - All 40 (Mixed Up)

Lesson Activity:

• Vocabulary Terms Worksheet
• Vocabulary Terms Answers
• Geography & Belief System Quiz

Lesson Additional Resource:

• Global History Dictionary

Homework: Terms & Definitions - Due Mon 7/16/2012