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=Welcome to Mrs. Washburn's Social Studies Wiki! =

We will use this Wiki for the following purposes:

 * To demonstrate our knowledge of the content and discussion topics.
 * To interact with our classmates by posting thoughtful, responsible comments.
 * To use technology to enhance our educational experience and understanding of the content.
 * To demonstrate our knowledge and ability to implement civic dispositions when using technology.

Civic Dispositions we will demonstrate on our Wiki:

 * Patriotism - respect for community, country, and its values, principles and symbols
 * Persistence - focused effort despite adversity
 * Compassion - feelings of kindness, caring, and empathy
 * Open Mindedness - willingness to listen to others and consider different points of view
 * Respect for the rights of others - treat others how we want to be treated
 * Critical Mindedness - looking at ideas, including our own, from multiple perspectives
 * Negotiation & Compromise - exchange of ideas to reach a common understanding
 * Respect for the Law - accepting the rules in society in order to create a safe environment & promote common good
 * Tolerance of Ambiguity - willingness to accept that some things will not be clear to us the first time and that there is not always one right answer
 * Civility - behaving in a way that shows respect for others in thought and action
 * Honesty - willingness to speak the truth, even when it's easier to be quiet
 * Civic Mindedness - consciously considering and taking action, doing what is best for the common good
 * Courage - willingness to speak/stand for what you think or believe