 In the wake of the tragic events ignited by the bomb attacks at the Boston Marathon, please write a 200 word reflection of the chain of events and your opionions of this story. Please consider, motivation of the suspects and future consequences that may affect American/International policy.
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HISTORY 12 ASSIGNMENT: WWII
Choose your own timeline Description: Using Powerpoint or a media presentation tool of your choice(I highly recommend trying Prezi) create a 25 slide presentation that chronologically represents the 25 most significant events of WWII according to your own research. You are allowed to reference any source you wish, however it is recommended that you rely primarily on the History 12 Student Workbook and Twentieth Century Viewpoints. Each slide must identify the event, describe it accurately and justify why it belongs on your list. The slide must also include image(s) pertinent to the event. Be sure to cite your sources for this project, each slide must list your sources. You should be using MLA style citations. Please reference the Purdue Writing lab resource and add it to your own resources on your website. http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/ You must also directly link your presentation to the projects sections of your Weebly. You may choose to work in individually or as a partners for this project. However if you choose to work with a partner you must experiment with PREZI. I strongly recommend that you create a share Google Doc for your work and your 25 points, so that you can collaboratively store information outside of Prezi in the case of network instability and so that you have a back-up. Assessment: Each slide – will be assessed 5 marks: 2 marks for information - must include sources 2 marks for justification 1 mark for appearance TOTAL: /125  In recognition of the life and accomplisments of Margaret Thatcher, we are going to dedicate this weeks current events article to a review of her life, accomplishments and impact on the 20th century. Please be sure to include your own personal thoughts on her impact, based on what you learn about her in this assignment.
History 12: Assignment: Who was worse? Stalin or Hitler
Research a list of their negative impacts and positive accomplishments. Create a power point or choose another Web 2.0 tool to create a presentation outlining your arguments. This is an activity where you can choose to work with a partner if you like. Assessment: List of negatives (Evaluate negative impact both leaders had) /5 List of positives (Evaluate any positive impacts these controversial figure may have had) /5 Historical Accuracy – Information is historically accurate and cited. /5 Detail/Content – be thorough, use your own words or site references. Approx. 500 words worth of content /5 Style – Your presentation is professional looking/creative /5 Referencing - Reference a mininum of 5 sources using APA style citations /5 Total: /30 ***(This is a controversial issue and there exist many strong opinions about these individuals make sure to delineate between fact and opinion. Cite your information) This week will mark our 6th current events postings. Term 1 is finishing next week, so make sure you are caught up on all of your posts by mark cutoff next Wednesday.
This week I want you to do some research on the recent actions of North Korea and their agressive stance. I would like you to attempt to determine what realistic risk they pose to the U.S. and their allies. Also consider the question, what do you believe is the motivation for this aggressive behaviour? Assessment: Content and quality: Approx 200 words, clear and mistake free sentences, you've listed your sources /5 Original thought and personal analysis: - You've considered the question and offered an intellingent analysis /5 Total /10 | AuthorMr. Mark is a grade 8 -12 French and History teacher currently working at Cedar Community Secondary School. ArchivesJanuary 2014 Categories |
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