Seminars
Learning Journey 2/ Tri 2:
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Hands on Healthcare- Bellin Experience Field Trip 5 Students will participate in a variety of hands-on activities and labs that focus on the anatomy and physiology of the human body systems. Students will create a “Doc file” which profiles a specific healthcare career of interest as well as highlights a patient case study using academic vocabulary. Students will showcase their Doc files along with other medical mini projects created during the seminar. |
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In Our Voice (Holocaust Seminar)- Mandatory for 7th Graders (7th Grade Only) Step back in time to learn about the Holocaust in a way that’s both respectful and meaningful for young learners. This class uses real stories, age-appropriate materials, and guided discussions to help students understand the impact of this tragic period in history. Through activities and reflections, students will learn about the importance of kindness, standing up for others, and how history can help us build a more caring world. Together, we’ll explore not only what happened but also how we can honor the lessons of the past to make positive choices today. |
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Marketing Mix 5 Students will explore many different marketing strategies used in the business world as well as other components that make up owning a business. We will take a deep dive into different businesses in the area and in the world and how they utilize the Marketing Mix (promotion, price, place, and product). This class will consist of two main “projects”. Students will be able to apply these strategies to their projects and create their own marketing campaign for JDAL. Also, students will also be able to form their own product, create a “Business Plan” of their choice and market the product to the class. |
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The Science of Superheroes 5 Students will explore a variety of superheroes and their powers from the DC and Marvel comics realms. Students take on the role of the scientists from Marvel’s Agents of Shield to explore the origins of super abilities and examine if these powers are scientifically valid. Could unfeasible feats be more realistic than we imagine?
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Forensic Files3 Students will learn about how to apply multiple scientific disciplines and techniques to collect and analyze different types of evidence in a criminal or civil investigation. Students will analyze case studies and conduct a variety of activities to learn how Forensic Science is used to help solve cases. |
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Changemakers Around Us 6 In this seminar we will discuss what traits are commonly found in changemakers and study how people affect change in their community. The main focus will be on young changemakers and changemakers from underrepresented communities. We will discuss methods of seeking change and look at changes that we can make in our own community. In this seminar we will work to give back and volunteer in local organizations. |
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AP Psychology 5 In this seminar we will take a more comprehensive approach to the topic of psychology while working the AP Psychology curriculum into a project based learning format. This seminar is for high school students only and is designed for students to be able to take and pass the AP Psychology exam for college credit. Students interested should have already touched base with Jason to ensure they have received previous email regarding course and exam registrations. |
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National History Day6 In this seminar we will be approaching the topic: Rights and Responsibilities in History. Questions that should be addressed in the discussion portion of this task include: Who decides who has rights? Does everyone have the same rights? Who decides on the limits individuals should or should not have? Why? What led to establishing certain rights, and to whom were they given? How have people, governments, or institutions decided what parameters should be set to enforce responsibilities? How are such decisions justified? -How does this idea and these questions connect to the bigger world? Why should we care? |
Targets will vary based on project, most will be centered around social studies targets for both HS and MS |
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To Fish or not to Fish?6 Students will research both commercial and recreational fishing impacts on biodiversity and the economy in Wisconsin. Science literacy is a focus of this seminar so students will learn to read and write like a scientist. We will examine species of fish found in Wisconsin and look at how commercial and recreational fishing influence those populations. Students will be able to explain why there are different fishing seasons and regulations for both commercial and recreational fishing in the state. There is a possibility that fish farming and fish hatcheries will be studied along with aquaponic systems and how they could be used to solve food supply issues. |
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Heritage Hunters: Exploring Indigenous Traditions - HIGH SCHOOL ONLY6 Become your own explorer and discover the traditions and events that make up our indigenous cultures in Wisconsin and the United States. While taking organized notes and presenting our learning in a variety of written formats, we will engage in discovering more about the people around us that have shaped our environment and society. The work you complete in this seminar will go toward HS ELA learning targets and HS Social Studies all while helping you build a toolbox for taking notes and structuring your writing that you can use throughout every project you work on at JDAL. |
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Heritage Hunters: Exploring Global Traditions - MIDDLE SCHOOL ONLY5 Have you ever wondered if the pizza we eat here in the US is the same as the pizza made in Italy or if our US Independence Day celebrations are similar to Independence Day celebrations in other countries? Have you ever wondered if children in other countries play the same games we do here? In this seminar, we will look at different traditions around the world while taking organized notes and presenting our learning in a variety of written formats. This seminar will hit 7th grade SS targets and ELA targets all while helping you build a toolbox for taking notes and organizing your writing that you can use throughout every project you work on at JDAL. |
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