2013-14+First+Sem.+Projects

7th Grade Research & Technology Elective: Ancient Civilizations: __Course Learning Objectives:__
 * Students will create a bibliography of research resources using the online (Web 2.0) tool, **//Noodletools;//**
 * Students will use an online notetaking (Web 2.0) tool [**//Padlet//**] to gather, organize and synthesize (re-state in own words) research notes for their topic;
 * Students will create a podcast/slideshow presentation to share their learning using the online (Web 2.0) tool, **//MyBrainshark//**.
 * Students will create a title slide for their final presentation using advanced features of Microsoft Word and the photo editing tool, **//Paint.net//**.

__Class Requirements:__ 1) Bibliography practice activity (graded) 2) Final Project bibliography with at least 3 different resources, including magazine articles, one book and one or more online resources. This will be embedded in the slideshow presentation as well. 3) Slideshow must include a minimum of 12 slides: 4) Researched slideshow content __must answer the following__: ................ *Daily life (foods, farming/industry, housing, education, entertainment, etc.) ................ *Religious practices/beliefs (major gods/goddesses and fascinating religious customs or practices) ................ *How/why they practiced warfare (weapons, strategies, treatment of prisoners) ................ *Artwork and/or artifacts that preserve their history [primary sources]
 * Title Slide created in Microsoft Word with main title, subtitle, engaging image representing main topic and author/producer’s name;
 * 10 individual slides representing researched information and supporting images for topic;
 * Final slide—Bibliography of research sources
 * Time & Location : (a) What time period (years) was this civilization or kingdom at its most powerful/influential in history AND (b) What geographic location was this civilization found in (i.e., what is the modern day region or country(ies)?
 * Who were the top 2 most important rulers of this civilization/kingdom and what major accomplishments, contributions or other significant acts were these rulers known for?
 * Describe the **__culture__** of this civilization/kingdom, include **//at least 2//** of the following:
 * Describe at least one major legacy--contribution or advancement in standard of living-- produced by this society.
 * How did this civilization fall out of power or become replaced by another? [i.e., What led to its demise (downfall)?]

"The Mighty Roman Empire: A Lasting Legacy" || media type="custom" key="24420990" || "Ancient Assyria: A Warlike People" || media type="custom" key="24431508" || "Ancient Rome: The Great & Powerful" || media type="custom" key="24427964" || "Ancient Babylon: An Artistic Civilization" || media type="custom" key="24427980" || "Ancient Egypt: Land of the Pharoahs" || media type="custom" key="24427998" || "Ancient Greece: Revolutionizing Our World" || media type="custom" key="24431502" ||
 * Student Slideshows: **
 * **Student Name &**
 * Research Topic** || **Final Slideshow Presentation** ||
 * Josiah P.~
 * Madison S.~
 * Josh S.~
 * Ben C.~
 * Finbar F.~
 * Steffen P.~