Thursday, March 22, 2012



                           Terrace farming for rice production in China

Week 9.2

Today we are continuing our exploration of ancient China.  Here is a link to an excellent website with resources on China.  It is a good source to look for your E-Portfolio materials on China that should be started this week.

Formation of the Chinese Civilization:    http://www.china.org.cn/e-gudai/index.htm

Remember that class is cancelled next Tuesday due to Professional Development.  When we meet again next Thursday (3/39), you need to be ready for:

1. map quiz on China
2. discussion of Primary Source (Analects of Confucius) + interpretation & analysis to e-mail or hand in.
3. choice of topic for PowerPiont Presentation for your E-Portfolio project.  I must receive an e-mail by next Thursday!  My e-mail address is:  ctmiller@bhcc.mass.edu
NOTE: I will be in the classroom ( D-211) every Tues. & Thurs. from 2 - 2:30 pm to answer questions about powerpoint or your E-Portfolio.


News Flash!!

Announcing the First Annual
BHCC ePortfolio Showcase Contest
BHCC ePortfolio Showcase Contest
Submit an ePortfolio to be considered as the
Best Representation in one of the following categories:

See: Showcase of Mastery in a Discipline
Learn: Appreciation for Diversity
Be: Reflection on the Learning Process
Do: Evidence of Community Engagement
Know: Demonstration of Critical Thinking

• $100 Barnes & Noble gift certificates awarded for winner in each category
• Grand Prize for “best in show” to be announced soon
• Stay tuned for submission guidelines

Submission deadline: Friday, April 27, 2012
Winning ePortfolios will be showcased on Monday, May 7, 6–8:00 p.m. D-Lounge
Get ready for more details to come. For more information please
contact Professor Ted Carlson at rcarlson@bhcc.mass.edu.