VA.SS.VUS.1.j
Virginia History & Social Science Standards of Learning 2015
Grades 9-12
Learning Domain: VA/US History
Standard: The student will investigate and research to develop products orally and in writing.
Experiences may include, but are not limited to:
Write a college admission essay for a history program. Investigate and develop a position about the greatest impact on American culture: conflict, movement, migration, or change. Select specific events, locations, or individuals as examples to support the position. Include a list of student generated questions about the impact that would be supported by further exploration of the topic.
Prepare a multimedia or video presentation of a debate. Gather evidence to support the arguments and conclusions. Questions may include:
Most important political concept: rule of law or limited power
Andrew Jackson: hero or villain
Cotton gin: good or bad for the United States
Most effective treaty to end a conflict: Treaty of Paris or Treaty of Versailles
Investigate the history of communication in the United States. Develop a plan for a gallery exhibit that illustrates how communication in the United States has changed over time and changed American culture over time. Make recommendations of items to include in the exhibit with a justification for each.
Investigate one of the major movements in American history. Create a mock social media post or blog discussing the greatest movement.
Determine the major focus of the movement.
Explain the changes demanded.
Create a profile of the key individuals involved.
Describe the social, economic, historical and political influences.
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