This means...

• I will be successful if I utilize my notes on the video “America Before Columbus”

• I will be successful if I take a position and back it up on statements presented on the Columbian Exchange and Columbus

• The teacher will present a statement for the class to consider;

  • • Students will first do a quick write to establish their positions and evidence

    • Students decide which position they’ll take on the statement (yes, no, undecided);

    • Students discuss their ideas and positions for about 10 to 15 minutes; and

• HOW YOU'RE GRADED?

  • • 10 points participation (5 points per position stated, 2 extra credit points for each time after 10 points earned)

• One person speaks at a time;

• Look at the speaker and use body language that shows you’re listening;

• Restate what the person before you said;

• Let three people on your side speak before you speak again

1. The Columbian Exchange was more positive for the Americas. (Yes or No)

   1. • Give details/examples to back up your position

2. We should celebrate Columbus Day. (Yes or No)

   1. • Give details/examples to back up your position