Contributions of Western Civilizations Project
We will be studying several important civilizations this quarter, (Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and Rome) and the major religions (Judaism, Islam, and Christianity). You could study each of these civilizations for a year, but you will be focusing on one and its long-term contributions to the Western World for your project.
Steps to your Project’s Success:
1. Focus on one civilization/religion. Which civilization do you find most interesting? You don’t have to wait until we get to the civilization to find out something about it (look at the posters in our room, for example)- decide which one you would like to focus on.
2. Research: You will next need to read a bit about these in our book and/ or other sources to figure out the long-term contributions to our society. This is important: you must not only focus on an accomplishment of that society, but also a way it has impacted the civilizations that followed.
3. Pick your medium: Now you have to pick how you want to present the information. Here are some ideas (not all!):
Make a model Write a report Use video, powerpoint
Design a game Make a scrapbook Create a poster/newspaper
4. Work on your project: After you’ve gotten approval for your project, with the information you have and the medium you picked, get to work and give yourself deadlines to make sure your project gets done on time without rushing.
Grading: You will be graded on creativity (how interesting, fun, and thoughtful were you?), completeness (did you say everything there is about this contribution?), accuracy (did you get your facts straight and emphasize how this contribution changed Western society?) AND presenting it to your class.
Project Deadline: November 14th
Approval deadline: Sept. 16th
Please TALK to me if you are struggling with any part of this project. If you would like help, please ask and I will do my best to give you help wherever needed.
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