Margaret Fitzgerald

Mfitzge2@HoustonISD.org

Please email the teacher if you have any questions or comments about the course or an individual student.

All agenda items and homework are subject to change at any point in time.

These are simply the goals for the week, and items may need to be adjusted based on the students’ learning.

CAPPRENSI-FUTURE PROBLEM SOLVERS
Date	Daily Learning Objectives	Daily Agenda	Homework
Monday, Aug 29	I will understand difference between politics and government	Complete Frayer model for politics, government giving example and non-examples.	Create mind map of work abstract; review vocabulary
Tuesday, Aug 30	I will analyze “work” abstract to determine scope of research process needed for topic.	-Analyze mind maps -Assign categories to mind map components -determine scope of research	Review vocabulary
Wednesday Aug 31	I will increase fluency and flexibility skills.	-Discuss linear vs divergent thinking -link abstract photos to topic using fluency/flexibility	Review vocabulary
Thursday Sept 1	I will be able to understand the vocabulary for “work” topic.	-Students with stickers on their backs will ask questions to determine vocabulary word -apply vocabulary words to photos used on Wednesday
Friday Sept 2	I will analyze overview from my four assigned perspectives.	-Teams announced -Commit to 4 vocabulary/categories -Read Overview

Upcoming Quizzes, Tests, Projects and Important Dates

Competition for Problem 1 - September 27, 2011

Competition will be held at West Briar during 2, 3, and 4^th periods.

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