Johnston Middle School Lesson Plan 2015-2016
Teacher: Mathis, Stephen P
Subject: Texas History
Unit 12: 20th Century Trends in Texas
Unit:
ELPS
Mon.
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c3b
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7.11D
7.12A
7.12B
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Student Objective (The students will)
describe the structure of the population of Texas using
demographic concepts such as growth rate and age
distribution
explain economic factors that led to the urbanization of
Texas
trace the development of major industries that
contributed to the urbanization of Texas
Week Of:
Teaching, Reteaching, Enrichment,
Assessment Activities
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Do Now - compare the US census graphs provided and identify trends
class discussion What is a trend/ how does job availability affect migration
and population shifts in an area> what is meant by urbanization
PPT notes
observe arial maps and annexation maps of Houston and have students
discuss reasons for the significant changes; refer back to notes
Apr 25 - Apr 29 2016
Resources/Materials
Homework
textbook ch 25
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US Census Bureau data homework
and graphs from
curriculum guide
same as above
Tues.
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Wed.
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7.11C
7.19A
7.19B
7.19D
analyze the effects of the changing population distribution and growth in Texas
during the 20th and 21st century and the additional need for education , health
care, and transportation
explain how the diversity of Texas is reflected in a varied to cultural activities,
celebrations, and performances
describe how people from various racial, ethnic, and religious groups attempt to
maintain their cultural heritage while adapting to the larger Texas culture
identify the contributions of J Frank Dobie, Roy Bedichek, Diane Gonzales
Bertrand, Scott Joplin, Elisabet Ney, Amado Pena Jr, Walter Webb, Horton Foote
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Do Now distribute 20th Century Texas Contributors to the Arts as a reference
- read silently
Who's Who - design yearbook entries for the listed artists, create a short
biography about each one, explaining in 2 sentences the significance of their
contributions; then draw a representation to help recall their field of expertise
Gallery walk of the yearbook entries (on desks - silent walk)
as you walk, take notes about each person
textbook ch 25
chart or copy paper
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homework
same as above
Thurs.
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Fri.
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c1c
c3b
7.17A
7.18B
7.21B
identify different points of view of political parties and interest groups on important
Texas issues past and present
identify the leadership qualities of elected and appointed leaders of Texas
including Texans who have been President of the US
identify the contributions of Texas leaders including Lawrence Sulivan "Sul" Ross,
John Nance Garner (Cactus Jack), James A Baker III, Henry B Gonzalez, Kay
Bailey Hutchison, Barbara Jordan, Ramond L Telles, Sam Rayburn, and Raul
Gonzalez Jr
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Do Now
write as many qualities or characteristics that make a good leader - then explain why
those are necessary to lead others
class discussion
hand out "20th Century Texas Political Leaders" from curriculum guide 4 Texas
Presidents
Write an election campaign to nominate ANY Texas political figure for Texas History
Person of the Century - 20 minutes to design, 1 minute to present either indiivudual
or in pairs
textbook, handouts
no
from curriculum guide homework
internet
various resources
* This lesson plan addresess individual IEP's or service plans for students in specific classes.
** Lesson plans are subject to change
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