LEGACY OF ROME PROJECT - Due Wed, January 29th
HIS 2. The civilizations that developed in Greece and Rome had an enduring impact on later civilizations. This legacy includes governance and law, engineering and technology, art and architecture, as well as literature and history. The Roman Empire also played an instrumental role in the spread of Christianity.
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Learning Targets:
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INTRODUCTION:
Ancient Rome has left a lasting impact on the world. Although officially ending before the year 500, many aspects of Roman culture, society, government, religion, etc. have influenced the way we live today. This project will allow you to look more deeply at some aspect of ancient Rome and how it has impacted later civilizations and our own.
TASK:
Working in a group of no more than 3, or alone if you choose, you will choose one topic from ancient Rome to teach the class about and explain how it influenced other cultures or even our culture today.
PROCESS:
1st - Choose a topic:
Religion in Rome (Polytheistic and Christianity)
Roman Fashion (Clothing, Hair, Jewelry, Makeup, Hygiene, etc.)
Roman Food and Dining (food types, customs, manners, etc.)
Roman Medicine (customs, procedures, medicines, doctors, etc.)
Roman Language (Latin)
Roman Entertainment (Colosseum, gladiators, games for children, etc.)
Roman Architecture and Engineering (buildings, structures like aqueducts, roads, etc.)
2nd - Decide what format you will use for your project (You will be presenting it to the class so keep that in mind):
PowerPoint
Prezi
Poster
Brochure
Booklet
Website
Google Doc
OR something creative you come up with
3rd - Begin researching information for your project:
The following information must be included in your final project:
1. Your topic and its importance to ancient Rome:
-Provide detailed information about this topic and its use/importance in
ancient Rome.
-Questions you should be trying to answer with your research (if they pertain to your topic):
-How did it develop or who used it? Did they take ideas from another civilization (like the Greeks, India, etc)
or is it uniquely Roman?
-What was it's purpose?
-What does it say about ancient Roman Culture and the people?
-How did it influence/effect ancient Roman society/culture/government/et?
-Include pictures, illustrations, or examples that show this topic in
use in ancient Rome.
-Try to connect this topic to important people or events that occurred in ancient
Rome. (Example - Roman entertainment at the Colosseum was often organized by
emperors so give us specific examples)
2. Your topic and its connection to later civilizations:
- Explain how this topic is part of a larger legacy or lasting
impact on other civilizations or our own.
- Questions you should be answering in your project:
-How has this topic influenced civilizations who have come after ancient Rome/the world?
-In what ways has this topic evolved or changed from what it was in
ancient Rome?
-Give specific examples of this topic and its use or influence in other civilizations or it influence on today's world.
4th - Put your final project together:
Now you must put your information together in project format. It is up to you how you do it. We will be working on this project next week and it will be due the following so I expect excellence and effort. This is not something that can be put together in 2 class periods and receive a passing score. You must clearly demonstrate that you used class time wisely and worked to your full potential to do well.
This project will be presented to the class so you want to make sure your information is clear and easy to understand.
Things to ALWAYS remember:
-Neatness
-Creativity
-Spelling and Grammar
-DO NOT DIRECTLY COPY OR PLAGIARIZE INFORMATION FROM ANOTHER SOURCE
-ALWAYS STAY ON WEBSITES THE TEACHER HAS APPROVED OR GIVEN YOU AN OK TO BE ON
Ancient Rome has left a lasting impact on the world. Although officially ending before the year 500, many aspects of Roman culture, society, government, religion, etc. have influenced the way we live today. This project will allow you to look more deeply at some aspect of ancient Rome and how it has impacted later civilizations and our own.
TASK:
Working in a group of no more than 3, or alone if you choose, you will choose one topic from ancient Rome to teach the class about and explain how it influenced other cultures or even our culture today.
PROCESS:
1st - Choose a topic:
Religion in Rome (Polytheistic and Christianity)
Roman Fashion (Clothing, Hair, Jewelry, Makeup, Hygiene, etc.)
Roman Food and Dining (food types, customs, manners, etc.)
Roman Medicine (customs, procedures, medicines, doctors, etc.)
Roman Language (Latin)
Roman Entertainment (Colosseum, gladiators, games for children, etc.)
Roman Architecture and Engineering (buildings, structures like aqueducts, roads, etc.)
2nd - Decide what format you will use for your project (You will be presenting it to the class so keep that in mind):
PowerPoint
Prezi
Poster
Brochure
Booklet
Website
Google Doc
OR something creative you come up with
3rd - Begin researching information for your project:
The following information must be included in your final project:
1. Your topic and its importance to ancient Rome:
-Provide detailed information about this topic and its use/importance in
ancient Rome.
-Questions you should be trying to answer with your research (if they pertain to your topic):
-How did it develop or who used it? Did they take ideas from another civilization (like the Greeks, India, etc)
or is it uniquely Roman?
-What was it's purpose?
-What does it say about ancient Roman Culture and the people?
-How did it influence/effect ancient Roman society/culture/government/et?
-Include pictures, illustrations, or examples that show this topic in
use in ancient Rome.
-Try to connect this topic to important people or events that occurred in ancient
Rome. (Example - Roman entertainment at the Colosseum was often organized by
emperors so give us specific examples)
2. Your topic and its connection to later civilizations:
- Explain how this topic is part of a larger legacy or lasting
impact on other civilizations or our own.
- Questions you should be answering in your project:
-How has this topic influenced civilizations who have come after ancient Rome/the world?
-In what ways has this topic evolved or changed from what it was in
ancient Rome?
-Give specific examples of this topic and its use or influence in other civilizations or it influence on today's world.
4th - Put your final project together:
Now you must put your information together in project format. It is up to you how you do it. We will be working on this project next week and it will be due the following so I expect excellence and effort. This is not something that can be put together in 2 class periods and receive a passing score. You must clearly demonstrate that you used class time wisely and worked to your full potential to do well.
This project will be presented to the class so you want to make sure your information is clear and easy to understand.
Things to ALWAYS remember:
-Neatness
-Creativity
-Spelling and Grammar
-DO NOT DIRECTLY COPY OR PLAGIARIZE INFORMATION FROM ANOTHER SOURCE
-ALWAYS STAY ON WEBSITES THE TEACHER HAS APPROVED OR GIVEN YOU AN OK TO BE ON
SOME RESOURCES TO USE:
These websites are a good starting place but you may have to be more specific in your searches depending on your topic. ALWAYS get the teachers advice before doing a Google search! IF YOU CANNOT CLICK ON A WEBSITE THEN JUST COPY IT AND THEN PASTE IT INTO A NEW TAB!
General Information about Rome resources:
Ancient Rome for Kids: http://www.rome.mrdonn.org/ Ancient Rome for Kids: http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/romans/ Life in Roman Times: http://atschool.eduweb.co.uk/nettsch/time/rlife.html Romans: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/primaryhistory/romans/ The Roman Empire in the 1st Century: http://www.pbs.org/empires/romans/ Religion in Ancient Rome (VERY extensive website, info is separated into topics, scroll through to find what you are looking for): http://www.crystalinks.com/romereligion.html Roman Fashion/Clothing: http://www.unrv.com/culture/ancient-roman-clothing.php All about Roman fashion and style: http://www.roman-empire.net/society/soc-dress.html History of Hair (how neat is that?!): http://thehistoryofthehairsworld.com/old_age_2.html Roman Footwear: http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/clothing/qt/010511-Roman-Sandals-And-Other-Footwear.htm Roman Food/Dining Culture: http://www.romanfood.org/ http://www.cooksinfo.com/roman-food http://www.crystalinks.com/romecuisine.htmlhttp://www.ifood.tv/network/ancient_roman Roman manners and etiquette: http://cecilymowadarh303.blogspot.com/2011/10/proper-etiquette-in-ancient-greece.html Architecture in Ancient Rome: http://www.crystalinks.com/romearchitecture.html Ancient Roman Medicine and Public Health: http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/medicine_in_ancient_rome.htm What is Ancient Roman Medicine? Great article!!! http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/info/medicine/ancient-roman-medicine.php Athletics, Entertainment and Leisure in Rome: http://www.ancient.eu.com/article/98/ History of the LATIN Language:http://linguistics.byu.edu/classes/ling450ch/reports/latin.html Introduction and brief history of LATIN: http://www.brighthubeducation.com/learning-translating-latin/17702-brief-history-of-latin-language/ |
Impact on today/other cultures resources:
Legacy of Rome (architecture, engeneering, writing, language, etc.) http://www.marshallmiddle.org/ourpages/auto/2012/11/13/45921132/HA_Chp_1.pdf Lasting Values and Influence of Ancient Rome: http://voices.yahoo.com/lasting-values-influence-ancient-rome-753481.html?cat=37 Rome: Yesterday and Today: http://home.messiah.edu/~cw1272/ Contributions of Rome: http://www.aasd.k12.wi.us/staff/hermansenjoel/apmuseum/kiefferkerkhoff/webpage/contributions.htm Roman Gods and the Impact of Roman Mythology: http://www.tree.com/lifestyle/the-impact-of-roman-mythology.aspx Influence of Roman Fashion on Brides/Weddings today: http://www.explore-italian-culture.com/ancient-roman-fashion.html History and influence of Clothing in different cultures (scroll down to find ROME): http://autocww.colorado.edu/~toldy3/E64ContentFiles/DecorativeArts/Clothing.html History and Influence of Roman cuisine and Gastronomy (the practice of choosing, cooking and eating good food): http://www.oldcook.com/en/history-gastronomy History and spread of ITALIAN food/cuisine: http://www.yourguidetoitaly.com/history-of-italian-food-cuisine.html History of food in ITALY: http://traveltips.usatoday.com/history-food-italy-14515.html Impact of Roman food on GERMANY: http://www.ghs-mh.de/migration/projects/food/fd_ge_14.htm Impact of Roman food on the modern country of SPAIN (you need to scroll down to the almost to the bottom of the page to get the info): http://www.spain-holiday.com/blog/what-the-romans-did-for-spain-2.php Do we still eat like the Romans? - article from BBC http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/0/24627447 |
EVALUATION/SCORING RUBRIC:
This project will be graded based on the following criteria:
1. Information given on the chosen topic and its importance and relevance in ancient Rome. 15 pts.
2. Information given on the connection between this topic and a later civilization or today's world. 15 pts.
3. Project is put together neatly and creatively with little to no spelling or grammatical errors. 10 pts.
4. Project is presented to the class in a 2-5 min presentation. Presenter/s are informative and clear. 5 pts.
Total points: 45 pts
1. Information given on the chosen topic and its importance and relevance in ancient Rome. 15 pts.
2. Information given on the connection between this topic and a later civilization or today's world. 15 pts.
3. Project is put together neatly and creatively with little to no spelling or grammatical errors. 10 pts.
4. Project is presented to the class in a 2-5 min presentation. Presenter/s are informative and clear. 5 pts.
Total points: 45 pts
Entrance Ticket - 1/29/14
Choose one person from group to do this (all should give input into answers). Copy and paste questions below into Google Doc, answer and share with me.
Name/s:
1. Topic -
2. Are you having trouble finding any information?
3. Will you be ready to present tomorrow?
4. If you answered NO above, please explain why?
Name/s:
1. Topic -
2. Are you having trouble finding any information?
3. Will you be ready to present tomorrow?
4. If you answered NO above, please explain why?