Discovery Channels: Investigating the Legacies of Exploration and Colonization
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- Aug 22 2010 7:15 AM
Louise Bigham
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- Aug 17 2010 9:38 PM
John Garrett
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Description
In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students explore the issues surrounding the celebration of Columbus Day. Through group research, they investigate the impact and legacy of exploration and colonization. Students synthesize the information they have gathered and create a first-person narrative about exploration and colonization.
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Topics and Grades
Grade: 6 to 12
Topics: Reading Comprehension, English-Language Arts, United States History, American Democracy, History-Social Science, World History
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ELA.6.R.NAGLAT.3.5 Identify the speaker and recognize the difference between first- and third-perso...
HSS.7.WHGMEMT.7.11.2 Discuss the exchanges of plants, animals, technology, culture, and ideas among E...
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Instructional Strategy
Grouping: Large Group Instruction
Teaching Method: Hands-on Learning; Brainstorming; Cooperative Learning; Discussions