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Common Core RH.9-10.2 rubrics
Biography Essay Rubric
A simple essay rubric that I use for biographies.In my school my students can sometimes be absent for longer periods of time, so I generally assign them mini-research projects/essays where I can be a little bit more indirect with the learning and not teach from a textbook. That being said, this rubric often can be used for English as well as History. It's a bit informal, but also creative at the same time, and I find it hits a lot of areas both subjects try to focus on.As with all of my products
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6th - 12th
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Autopsy: Totalitarianism State (1919-1939)
In the broadest sense, totalitarianism is characterized by strong central rule that attempts to control and direct all aspects of individual life through coercion and repression. The students will be depicting this through an autopsy project where the students will be drawing a person him/herself or someone from that time period with the themes surrounding the person. For example the causes and effects of Political, Social, Economic, and Cultural issues during the content theme. Students have a
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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AP US History Per. 4 Lesson on The War of 1812 DBQ & Debate Activity
In this lesson, students will analyze various excerpts from prominent Americans during the War of 1812 that either petitioned to pursue a war against Great Britain and those that opposed such notions. To assist them in their analysis, a graphic organizer was designed. By the end of this lesson, students will understand the complexity behind the causes for America to go to war and the growing debate, especially from those in the Northeast who opposed the war. From their analysis, students will th
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Roaring 1920’s Project - high school PBL
Put learning in the students’ hands!This is a student-centered inquiry-based project that puts students in charge of not only their own learning, but the learning of their classmates as well. Each student group takes on 1 topic and must “teach” that topic to the rest of their class through their presentation. Students watching each presentation must take notes on each group’s topic. This motivates students to step up and put their best effort into their work, as well as also creating natural eng
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8th - 12th
Causes of Cold War 8-Source DBQ with Rubric
This DBQ includes the guidelines I use in my History classes for analyzing both text and image sources. I use these throughout the class as warm ups, assessments and more, so students are building that skill. You are welcome to remove the analysis guides for your personal use in the classroom. This DBQ includes 4 text and 4 image sources that help students analyze the actions of both nations in the years directly following WWII, but before the Cold War ‘heats up.’ Using these sources, students a
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9th - 12th
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Group Presentation Project: Apartheid + South Africa (Born A Crime)
If you are planning to teach Born A Crime by Trevor Noah, this group presentation resource is a perfect way to kick off the Unit.Inside:1. Two-Page Rubric for Presentation Quality2. Digital Notebook for Sourcing and Note-Taking3. Credible Internet Resources to Get Students Started (for each topic)4. An Introduction Page that breaks kids into four groupsA. The Causes, History, and Laws of Apartheid in South AfricaB. Apartheid and the Struggles in Life of the Black PeopleC. The Factors that Brough
Grades:
7th - 12th
(Bundled) High School Foundational Reading Rubrics
The foundational reading standards for Social Studies (RH.1, 2, and 7 for 9-12th grades) are the at the heart of most Social Studies thinking. These rubrics are based on best practices for standards-based grading that include language that is strengths based, objective, and observable. Student and teacher friendly. Editable.
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9th - 12th
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Government Summative Project: Governments Around the World
Recent research is emerging as to the ignorance of the American populous regarding basic fundamentals of government's purpose and structure. With this summative project, students are able to bust this myth and show society that our young people can become active and engaged citizens!This summative is meant to be used in conjunction with the following assignments (also available as a bundle):Purpose of Government: HereStructure of Government: HereLimitations of Government: Here**This lesson is a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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LEQ Guide - AP Modern World History
This resource includes a one-stop-shop for students to master the AP World History Long Essay Question (LEQ). With helpful advise for the thesis statement, evidence, analysis and reasoning, and complex understanding, this sets up students for a perfect score on their LEQ for their AP Exam. We have included an "additional resources" section at NO ADDITIONAL COST, which includes the official AP rubric, sample grading rubrics for both students and teachers, links to LEQ resources, and a sample st
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9th - 12th
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Grades 9-10 Foundational Reading Rubrics
The foundational reading standards for Social Studies (RH. 9-10.1, 2, and 7) are the at the heart of most Social Studies thinking. These rubrics are based on best practices for standards-based grading that include language that is strengths based, objective, and observable. Student and teacher friendly. Editable.
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9th - 10th
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Also included in: (Bundled) High School Foundational Reading Rubrics
Holocaust Research Paper & Project
The Holocaust is an important topic to learn for students. This project is a great way for students to gain a greater knowledge of the Holocaust and individual events, people, and issues related to it. This assignment includes both a research essay and a visual project that represents that essay; there are over 40 topics for students to choose. Included in this project:- 40+ topics- Research essay instructions/rubric- Research visual project instructions/rubric- Individual assignments to walk th
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Interest Group Speed Dating Activity (AP Gov Activity)
This is a fabulous AP Government activity - one of my students' favorite activities. This is a fun way to teach students how interest groups influence policy. In interest group speed dating, each student is assigned a different interest group (the project instructions have a list of interest groups). Students will research their interest group and create a resume for their interest group. The project instructions contain questions interest group resumes must answer and a sample resume to guide s
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10th - 12th
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Enduring Issues Essay Rubric
The enduring Issues essay rubric will help push students to think and write while writing Enduring Issues Essays. A quick and easy way to provide students with standards-based feedback.
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9th - 12th
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Imperialism Jigsaw AP World Unit 6.1 Colonization SAQ
Imperialism of the World by European settler states is an important concept for students to tackle in their overall quest for success in AP Modern World History. For this resource, we have used previously available resources from College Board, in an easy-to-access format, to work collaboratively with their classmates to accomplish the learning objective. In addition, there are two "Short Answer Questions" (SAQ's) for students to practice in order to help master the SAQ on the exam. Included
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9th - 12th
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Long Essay Question LEQ Evaluation AP World Unit 2: Afro Eurasian Trade
The Long Essay Question (LEQ) consists of 15% of the overall weight of the AP World Exam Score. Using this resource, you can ensure that your students start off on the right path so they can be comfortable and confident with the Long Essay Question (LEQ).For this resource, we have used previously available resources from College Board, in an easy-to-access format, to empower students as the "grader" and grade REAL samples of LEQ responses on past examinations. This stimulates rich discussion s
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9th - 12th
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World War I Poets Primary Source Analysis Flipbook
Students will research a poet of WWI, analyze a poem he/she wrote, research a battle he/she was involved in, and create a flip book to demonstrate what they learn.The flipbook only takes three sheets of paper with no cutting required, and the questions and QR Codes are editable so you can customize them to your classroom.Here’s what you get:1. An Implementation Page2. QR Code and URL for Readings3. Flip Book Instructions4. Flipbook Rubric5. Flipbook6. Flipbook Example***This is a part of my time
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7th - 10th
Also included in: World History Primary and Secondary Source Analysis Bundle
World Religion Holiday Research Project (PBL)
This project emphasized project based learning, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and major themes in global education (specifically going public with knowledge and sharing knowledge with the wider community). Students will research major holidays, the traditions of world religions, and how those religions impact students who practice the religion. Students will gain a greater appreciation for traditions outside of their sphere of knowledge (emphasizing religious holidays unknow
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9th - 12th
Close & Critical Common Core Reading Strategy~All Subjects Informational Text
This is an incredibly effective, polished and research-driven method of assessing your students' understanding and higher level application + analysis of their reading -- particularly with informational texts. This reading rubric can be utilized in any secondary classroom regardless of subject matter/course, with higher expectations set on student thinking and responses for each of the four core questions on this reading assessment. You may use this with a specific, teacher-selected informationa
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Cultural Relevant Project: Historical vs. Modern Events
Rationale: This project allows students to learn about similar events that occur throughout history. This project is geared towards students studying World History courses, but can really be adapted to meet any subject or grade level. The purpose of this project is to allow students to research a modern historical event that they find relevant and to compare/contrast the event to a historical event usually covered in their World History curriculum.Goal: The goal is to research a historical event
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9th - 12th
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The 1864 Constitution of Hawaii [DBQ]
Objectives:Students will be able to understand the historical significance of the 1864 Constitution of Hawaii.Students will be able to analyze primary source documents and evaluate the constitutional changes in Hawaii.Students will be able to assess the impact of the 1864 Constitution on Hawaiian society and politics.Materials:Copies of the 1864 Constitution of Hawaii or use the attached site link.Primary/Secondary Source Analysis WorksheetWriting materialsWhiteboard and markersIncluded on the p
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8th - 12th
Also included in: The 19th Century Hawaii [ Bundle Product ]
Technology in World War II
This lesson should be conducted after you discuss the causes of World War II. This lesson discusses the impact of new technology introduced into society during World War II and the impact it had on society. For example, there were more deaths in World War II versus World War I. Students will investigate the different types of technology (Air crafts, weapons such as the atomic bomb, electronics as well as tanks). These technologies will be explored so students can conclude the lesson making conne
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9th - 12th
Compare Contrast Research on the Vietnam and Korean War
This lesson teaches high school students step by step how to write a compare/contrast paper. Two graphic organizers, instructions, hints and an example clarify the process. The topics to compare are the Korean and Vietnam Wars but the above can be applied to any wars or more generally any two topics. Both Common Core and Social Studies standards are articulated along with specific strategies used, rationale for use of material and teacher evaluation components.
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9th - 12th
AP US History Per. 7 Lesson on the Use of the Atomic Bomb & Debate Activity
In this lesson, the teacher will divide the class into three groups as mentioned in the “Do Now”: judges; a defense team; and a prosecution team. To assist all three teams, a series of historical documents related to the development and use of the atomic bomb. People within each group can assign themselves their own specific roles and will use the time wisely to devise opening and closing statements, questions for their own witnesses, and the possible witnesses of the opposing side. The judges w
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Common Core Research Project
This research project is designed as an end-of-the-year final assessment for a World History class, but can easily be accommodated for several different subjects!
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Project Guidelines (Covering most of the Common Core Reading History/Writing History/Speaking & Listening standards!)
DETAILED Rubric
List of Research Topics (international conflicts and global issues)
MANY hours of work went into designing this project, and I assure you, you won't be disappointed. The results will prep
Grades:
9th - 12th
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