Canada & Cold War Unit - 1950s, Avro Arrow, Peacekeeping, Pearson, NATO, WW2
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Description
An in-depth unit that revolves around a project-based learning evaluation with many alternative resources. Students will understand Canada's development as a nation from 1945 to 1960: the Cold War, Avro Arrow, NATO, NORAD, Gouzenko Affair, and more!
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Tons of Resources:
- An in-depth teacher guide (also included in the preview zipped file)
- Very clear digital ANSWER KEYS!!!
- 2 Activities Packages - "The World After the War" and "Canada During the 50s and 60s." Please note that for the package, "The World After the War," 3 of 7 activities use a subscription-based mapping website (the-map-as-history.com). An exceptional website! However, alternative resources are provided if you do not want to use that website.
- 3 Powerpoint Lectures - Canadian Prime Ministers, The Avro Arrow and Life in the 50s and 60s
- 1 Interactive Google Quiz to provide feedback for both student and teacher.
- Stock Market Game (1945 to 1980). Fun way to learn about events!
- Paperless version of the packages now added! Students complete these resources using Adobe Reader (free).
- A "virtual museum" activity ("Canadian Life in the 1950s") has been added! Students scan QR codes at various stations that take them to interactive resources (1950s music, the story of Bill Barilko, government document on preparing for a nuclear attack and more!
- Smaller alternative to the unit PBL evaluation.
- Updated teacher user guide!
Project Description:
The unit PBL focuses on decisions facing the Canadian government during the post-WW II years. There are 5 real life scenarios that the project revolves around. Great for promoting critical thinking. Everything you will need to make this project a success is included. A smaller alternative to the PBL is also provided if you are tight for time during the course.
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