January 8, 2014

Today in Human geo, we didn't really do much. We sat down in our seats and talked as Mr. Schick took attendance. When he was taking attendance, Charlotte walked in to say hi to us. I sat in my seat in silence (as usual) the whole class as we took notes off the powerpoint. We had a short class, so we had to write down notes quickly, but we would still get sidetracked by the amount of questions we asked him. I was actually really interested in what we learning today, even if it looked like I wasn't.

January 6, 2014

Today, in human geo, we learned something new. But before we started taking notes on the new topic, we got to see part of our exam scores. Mine wasn't terrible, but Mr. Schick said my essay was very good and it will definitely raise up my grade. Once everyone came in and saw the scores, we took notes on the powerpoint Mr. Schick put on the board, and continued on until our shorter class was over.

December 11, 2013

Today, I wasn't in class for human geo because I was in guidance.

December 6, 2013

Today in Human Geo, we took a 15 question test. Before the test, we did a review of everything. It really did help me. After we all finished the test, we stayed quiet because Mr. Schick promised us that if we stayed quiet after it, he would go get our tests corrected and we would get our scores. He came back with our tests after getting them corrected and let us see our scores but didn't give us them back. I don't know what we did during the rest of the class because I updated this during the class, so.. yeah.

December 4, 2013

Today in human geo, we kinda kept it on the easy side. We went over some questions that are going to be on the test on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2013!!! We also went over the PowerPoint that he made for an extra review for the test. Before all of this, Charlotte, a junior, walked in the room and asked if she could lead prayer for the class, like she does on a regular occasion. When she left, we got back to everything that we were doing in review for the test. Jordan had then told Mr. Schick that she had made a PowerPoint and that she would like to show him so it could be shared with the class. She shared it with the class and Mr. Schick and I were laughing the whole time at the way all the words and new slides would fly in after the last slide. It was a normal Wednesday class, but everyone seemed tired and kinda sad. By the end of class, Mr. Schick told us that we could leave 'early'.. but there was only one minute left in the class.

December 3, 2013: Friday's Test Questions!

Question 1: What is microfinance?

Microfinance is a form of financial services for entrepreneurs and small business lacking access to banking and related services.
Question 2: What are some problems faced in developing countries?

Some problems were diseases (maleria), famine, starvation, lack of supplies, drought, poor health care, poverty, electricity is weak, and pollution.

Question 3: What is a microloan?

A microloan is when a person lends a small amount of money to a developing business. Once the business is running good the lender will receive their money back.

 

Question 4: What are some ways microloans can help?

It allows small business owners access to insurance, the business can have positive effect on the community around them, microloans create choice, and also it provides entrepreneurs with the capital needed to operate and expand their businesses'.

Question 5: Who gets microloans?

Microloans are given to individuals that do not have access to banking services and have low income.

Question 6: What are some common uses for microloans?

Some common uses for microloans are starting up new businesses, getting products for your business, getting a little kick start on your business, machinery or equipment, furniture or fixtures, money that you can use for your business, electricity, technology, buildings, and roads and bridges.
Question 7: How do loans affect small businesses?

They may get funds, structure investments, housing, and help for the economy in small areas near by.

Question 8: How can microfinance be improved?

In order to improve microfinance, we need to think of a solution to give people a chance to have a better life. When people need money, they need a loan. This will help them escape poverty.
Question 9: What is malaria?


Malaria is a life-threatening disease transmitted by mosquitoes. It was once thought that the disease came from fetid marshes, hence the name mal-aria (bad air).

Question 10: In one year, how many people does malaria kill?

In on year, malaria kills 655,000 people. Every minute a child dies from malaria. Right now, International Medical Corps is on the ground to combat malaria and help save lives.
 

   

December 2nd, 2013

Today in Human Geo, we went over our Google docx. that we made last week. We were actually half asleep, so when we were reading everything, we were reading very slow and it was kind of hard to hear. I almost fell asleep in class. As we were going over the slides, Mr. Maynard walked in with Nick's shadow (who I don't remember the name of), but I do know that he likes snakes. We finished going over out powerpoint, and Mr. Schick showed us the other class's powerpoint. Theirs was very good, but I still believe that ours was better. Our powerpoint had color and there's was just grey, black, and white. BORING. Other than this, we were all like we usually are on a Monday morning Human Geo class - unresponsive, quiet, and tired.