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8th grade world history rubric microsofts
Family Tree Research Project
The Family Tree Project offers students a chance to conduct research and dig into their own family history to discover and document lineage, stories, traditions, recipes, immigration dates and other cultural heritage for today and for posterity. The assignment includes a clear list of requirements, rubric, and student reflection and self-assessment. It is also grounded in the CCSS. The Family Tree Project is a student favorite and fits very nicely when studying Immigration in US History. The
Grades:
7th - 11th
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Ancient India and Ancient China Travel Brochure Project
The amazing students at your school have engineered the very first time machine - now we are able to travel back in time! It is now up to you to create a travel brochure to entice time travelers to join you on a visit to the civilization of Ancient India OR Ancient China.Students will be designing and creating unique brochures. Within your historical brochure, you’ll need to include general information about the civilization of Ancient India OR Ancient China. You also need to include appealing p
Grades:
6th - 9th
Movie Poster Project and Rubric- Can be used for any area of history
Directions: Design a movie poster for the current unit of study. Create a title of a movie and the general plot and main characters for a movie about the era being studied. Look at real movie poster for ideas and design.
There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 40 points, and each part is worth a point value.
This can be for any area of history, not content specific.
This can be done in class or as homework. I have done both.
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6th - 12th
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Children's Book Project and Rubric- Can be used for any area of history
Directions: Create a children’s book from the area of history we are currently studying. The finished project should be illustrated and include a short story that explains basic history from the time period. Be prepared to read the book to a group of younger elementary school children. Follow the rubric for directions and details.
There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 100 points, and each part is worth a point value.
This can be for any
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6th - 12th
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Examining Political and Protest Music during the Fall of the USSR, Cold War
A great and exciting way to incorporate music into the learning environment while teaching the concepts surrounding the fall of the USSR! Engages students and creates a fun learning environment. A zip file reader is needed to open the zip file and access the lessons.OBJECTIVES:o The learner will examine 20th-century music to gain an understanding of the social and political aspects surrounding the fall of the Soviet Union (USSR).The learner will understand the events and issues leading to the co
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â NEW! Music in the Geography Classroom + 3 Freebies
Historical Diorama Project and Rubric- Can be used for any area of history
Directions: Using a shoebox (or similar box), create a diorama of a place or event from the era we are currently studying . A 1 FULL page paper should be included to explain the location and importance of the location or event being displayed by your work. Follow the project rubric for directions and requirements.
There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 100 points, and each part is worth a point value.
This can be for any area of history, not
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Political Cartoon Project and Rubric- Can be used for any area of history
Directions: Draw a political cartoon about the time period we are studying. The cartoon should be colored, labeled and in final draft condition when turned in. Follow the rubric for directions and project requirements.There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 60 points, and each part is worth a point value. This can be for any area of history, not content specific. This can be done in class or as homework. I have done both. This works great for
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6th - 12th
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Current Events Sociology Project: Common Core Student-Led Discussions
I use this project for a semester-long sociology course. Every Friday, I assign two students to present on a current event or issue of their choice. Students are asked to summarize the issue, text-mark an article, make sociological connections, and present three discussion questions to the class. We do this every Friday and students look forward to this day. It is an easy-planning day for teachers and allows students to lead the conversation about issues that are interesting and important to
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Sociology ENTIRE SEMESTER (Study Guide, Activities, Movie Guides, Tests)
World War I: Document Based Question (DQB) Essay Test, Rubrics, Outline & More!
This Unit includes: 1. DBQ Test: World War I2. DBQ Outline Expectations + For Success3. DBQ Rubric + Checklist & Self Evaluation4. DBQ Outline Graphic Organizer Template5. Bonus Historical Thinking Skills Presentation6. Teacher InstructionsDigital, Printable, & EditableDon't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. This item will be constantly updated with new activities/readings at no extra charge. Prices will increase in the future, so buy now while its
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Early Humans Cave Art Cross-curricular Activity/Project
This fun mini project/activity is a great way for students to incorporate art and writing into the social studies/history classroom. Students begin by completing basic research about cave paintings (video recommendation provided) to supplement any other in class discussions. Students then get to apply their learning and be creative while creating their own cave art. To incorporate grammar and writing, students then create didactic plaques to go with their cave art. Students are also asked to res
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6th - 8th
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Winter Holiday Research Project
Use these resources to help your students research, plan, create a presentation, and review their classmates' presentations on Winter Holidays from around the world. This bundle is in English and Spanish and includes:Graphic organizer for research and planning of groupwork during presentationTemplate of powerpoint or google slides presentationPeer Review of students' presentations
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Middle School History Writing Rubric
This rubric evaluates how middle school students write history. The rubric focuses on:- Claim- Context- Evidence- Analysis
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6th - 8th
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Mesopotamia Legacy Project
Students will work in groups to research and present specific contributions of the Mesopotamian civilization. Includes project description and instructions, guided questions for topics, notes chart for classmates to fill in while groups are presenting and rubric/grade sheet.
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5th - 8th
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Create A Game Project for Any Social Studies Class
Directions: Create a game that would help the players learn about the topic we are studying. Be sure to turn in instruction, rules and all necessary pieces with the game. Follow the rubric for games for full credit.
There is an in-depth rubric that goes along with this assignment. The assignment is worth 100 points, and each part is worth a point value.
This can be done in class or as homework. I have done both.
This works great for Middle or High School; you can just adjust your gradin
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6th - 12th
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World War II: Document Based Question(DBQ) Essay Test, Rubric, Outline & More
This Unit includes: 1. DBQ Test: World War II2. DBQ Outline Expectations + For Success3. DBQ Rubric + Checklist & Self Evaluation4. DBQ Outline Graphic Organizer Template5. Bonus Historical Thinking Skills Presentation6. Teacher InstructionsDigital, Printable, & EditableDon't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. This item will be constantly updated with new activities/readings at no extra charge. Prices will increase in the future, so buy now while its
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Industrialization, Imperialism, Nationalism: "The Traveling Trunk!" PBL
Updated March, 2022!This project-based learning resource is targeted at World History and/or United States History students. In sum, this PBL experience involves active learning, research, and discovery. It tasks students with working collaboratively in order to conduct thorough research about a country that was colonized. Subsequently, students leverage their research and learning in order to create a "Traveling Trunk" which they fill with (student-created) artifacts that represent the culture,
Grades:
7th - 11th
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World History Paper & PowerPoint Project Presentation
This can be used and modified for any level of World History or Social Studies class. I used it for my PRE-AICE World History students as their Mid-Term. It includes directions and attached rubrics to help. Students choose a topic they have covered so far then do a research paper and presentation on that topic.
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6th - 12th
Latin America Country Project
This project will have students researching a country within Latin America and compile that research into a presentation. Students will utilize and extend their knowledge, gained through previous or recent study, of the physical and human geographical components of a specific country within Latin America.A grading rubric is included!
Grades:
8th - 12th
The Contemporary World: DQB Essay Test, Rubrics, Outline & More!
This Unit includes: 1. DBQ Test: The Contemporary World2. DBQ Outline Expectations + For Success3. DBQ Rubric + Checklist & Self Evaluation4. DBQ Outline Graphic Organizer Template5. Bonus Historical Thinking Skills Presentation6. Teacher InstructionsDigital, Printable, & EditableDon't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. This item will be constantly updated with new activities/readings at no extra charge. Prices will increase in the future, so buy now
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Cold War: Document Based Question (DQB) Essay Test, Rubrics, Outline & More!
This Unit includes: 1. DBQ Test: Cold War2. DBQ Outline Expectations + For Success3. DBQ Rubric + Checklist & Self Evaluation4. DBQ Outline Graphic Organizer Template5. Bonus Historical Thinking Skills Presentation6. Teacher InstructionsDigital, Printable, & EditableDon't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. This item will be constantly updated with new activities/readings at no extra charge. Prices will increase in the future, so buy now while its che
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Imperialism: Document Based Question (DQB) Essay Test, Rubrics, Outline & More!
This Unit includes: 1. DBQ Test: Imperialism2. DBQ Outline Expectations + For Success3. DBQ Rubric + Checklist & Self Evaluation4. DBQ Outline Graphic Organizer Template5. Bonus Historical Thinking Skills Presentation6. Teacher InstructionsDigital, Printable, & EditableDon't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. This item will be constantly updated with new activities/readings at no extra charge. Prices will increase in the future, so buy now while its
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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The World in 1750: (DBQ) Essay Test, Rubric, Outline & More!
This Unit includes: 1. DBQ Test: Democratic Revolutions2. DBQ Outline Expectations + For Success3. DBQ Rubric + Checklist & Self Evaluation4. DBQ Outline Graphic Organizer Template5. Bonus Historical Thinking Skills Presentation6. Teacher InstructionsDigital Resource, Print, & EditableDon't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. This item will be constantly updated with new activities/readings at no extra charge. Prices will increase in the future, so bu
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Democratic Revolutions: (DQB) Essay Test, Rubrics, Outline & More!
This Unit includes: 1. DBQ Test: Democratic Revolutions2. DBQ Outline Expectations + For Success3. DBQ Rubric + Checklist & Self Evaluation4. DBQ Outline Graphic Organizer Template5. Bonus Historical Thinking Skills Presentation6. Teacher InstructionsDigital Resource, Print, & EditableDon't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. This item will be constantly updated with new activities/readings at no extra charge. Prices will increase in the future, so bu
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Industrialism: Document Based Question (DQB) Essay Test, Rubrics, Outline & More
This Unit includes: 1. DBQ Test: Industrialism2. DBQ Outline Expectations + For Success3. DBQ Rubric + Checklist & Self Evaluation4. DBQ Outline Graphic Organizer Template5. Bonus Historical Thinking Skills Presentation6. Teacher InstructionsDigital Resource, Print, & EditableDon't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. This item will be constantly updated with new activities/readings at no extra charge. Prices will increase in the future, so buy now whi
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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