Thursday, April 19, 2012

                                 Founding Myth of Rome: Romulus and Remus

Week 12.2

Today we will plunge into our investigation of the Roman civilization.  Please makes sure your readings are complete for this civilization. For next Thursday, we will discuss our Primary Source for Rome: Livy: The Roman Way of Declaring War: http://www.fordham.edu/Halsall/ancient/650livy1-34.asp

For next Tuesay, we will take our second exam on the cultures of China and Greece.  Be prepared to continue with the lecture after the exam.  Also, begin work on your E-Portfolio submissions for the Roman civilization.

News:


The First Annual BHCC ePortfolio Showcase Contest Deadline: April 30

To submit an ePorfolio to be considered for the BHCC ePortfolio Showcase Contest you will need to join the appropriate Community within Digication. The following links will connect you to the Community for the category in which you intend to compete. You may submit your ePortfolio in as many categories as you think appropriate.

NOTE: If you have more than one ePortfolio connected with your name then please provide the TITLE of your submission in the discussion area.

Submission deadline: Monday, April 30, 2012






Winning ePortfolios will be showcased on Monday, May 7, 6–8:00 p.m. D-Lounge

The BEST representative of each category wins a $100 prize.

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

For more information please contact Professor Ted Carlson at rcarlson@bhcc.mass.edu .

At BHCC, electronic portfolios provide vehicles for students to display and reflect on written, visual, audio, and other work they create as part of their college experience. ePortfolio is a key component of LifeMap, an integrated system that supports students in achieving their educational, career and life goals.