Native American Research Project - PBL

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Total PDF size: 18 pages
Grade Level: 5-9

According to most archaeologists, approximately 30,000 years ago, the first people arrived to what is now known as the United States of America. They travelled from Asia, possibly over a land bridge from modern day Russia to Alaska. After their arrival, a vast variety of peoples, societies, and cultures flourished for millennia. With over 570 recognized tribes within the United States, and over 175 distinct languages spoken today, the variety within the Native American population is truly remarkable. For this assignment, students choose a Native American group to study and create a project to showcase their learning. Have fun!

This resource guides students through conducting their own research report on a Native American group (65+ topics are listed). After choosing a topic to focus on, students are asked to conduct research using the Internet and books while following criteria. Next, students are asked to share their learning by creating a poster board, presentation board, power point presentation, or dodecahedron (Instructions and Pentagon Template included). Artwork may also be created to further display learning. Finally, students present their work to the class.

Can be done in partners. Printable Evaluation forms included!

This Project Package Includes:
- Rationale
- Step by Step Instructions
- Student Criteria Checklist
- 65+ Possible Research Topics
- Presentation Options Page
- How To Conduct Research
- How To Avoid Plagiarism
- Research Notes Page
- Dodecahedron Instructions (w/ Pentagon Template)
- Dodecahedron Construction Page (w/ Photos)
- Artwork Design Page
- Reference List Instructions
- Student Self-Assessment Write-Up (2-pages)
- Printable Evaluation Forms
- Project Rubric

Project-Based Learning (PBL) is a student-centered pedagogy in which students are challenged to actively learn about a subject for an extended period of time. It is a form of active learning or inquiry-based learning. Project-Based Learning is in contrast to paper-based, rote memorization, or teacher-led instruction that presents established facts. Please be aware of what you are purchasing.

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