Conflict

=Theme: Conflict=

Skill: Find, Evaluate, & Cite Sources
Objective - Find multiple sources of information and determine which is appropriate for task at hand. Activity - Library Introduction HW - Global Pageflakes Search Worksheet
 * Day 1 - Finding Resources**

[|Global Pageflake Search Worksheet.docx]

Objective - Define and differentiate between different types of conflict. Explore different causes of conflict. Explain how a conflict can escalate or de-escalate. Activity - Lecture, Group Concensus Activity. HW - Revised Research Topic, Conflict Resolution Technique Reading & Questions for Day 5. [|Conflict Day 2.ppt]
 * Day 2 - Conflict Lesson**

Objective - Examine online resources to determine their credibility as a source of information and their appropriateness for a task. Activity - Library Mini-Lesson HW - Find a website that elaborates upon/relates to your conflict. Complete "Evaluating Online Information" worksheet. [|Evaluating Online Information Worksheet.docx]
 * Day 3 - Evaluating Resources**

Objective - Use MLA format to correctly cite a variety of sources. Activity - Use global pageflake to find and cite a variety of sources pertaining to your conflict. HW - Conflict REsolution REading and Questions for Day 5 [|Citing Resources.docx]
 * Day 4 - Citing Resources**

Objectives - Review history, goals, structure and function of the UN. Define and discuss peacekeeping. Evaluate the effectiveness of UN. Activity - Lecture, Jigsaw Reading Activity HW - Wiki Post (see discussion tab above), Continue research on conflict for informational product. [|Conflict Day 5.ppt]
 * Day 5 - United Nations & International Peacekeeping**

Objective -Use research skills to gain understanding of current global conflict. Activity - Library research/teacher review (project plan) HW - Final product due in three days [|Conflict Project.docx]
 * Day 6 - Conflict Project**

Objective -Create a product that demonstrates understanding of current global conflict Activity - Product development HW - Final product due in two days
 * Day 7 - Conflict Project**

Objective -Finish product that demonstrates understanding of current global conflict. Activity - Product completion HW - Final product due tomorrow!
 * Day 8 - Conflict Project**

Objectives - Gain understanding of conflicts occurring around the globe. Activity - Presentations, Active Listening Activity
 * Day 9 - Conflict Presentations**

Objectives - Form own ideas about conflict and conflict resolution. Consider actions various groups may take to end conflict. Reflect on unit learning and structure. Activities - Review and reflection paper. [|Conflict Wrap Up.pptx]
 * Day 10 - Finish presentations and wrap up theme**


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