Module 9: European Colonization of North America
Learning Objectives
- I can categorize pieces of evidence as strong or weak by using the CARBS test.
- I can compare and contrast visual interpretations of colonist/Native American interactions and assess their accuracy.
- I can classify the parts of an argument in a reading about Columbus Day.
- I can critique an argument against the celebration of Columbus Day and determine if it is strong or weak.
Technology Concepts
- I can conduct an internet search using reliable sources.
- I can integrate new information into current knowledge.
- I can determine the quality of information by identifying bias and the impact of context, and assess the reliability of sources.
Read each objective as a class. Then rate yourself from 1-5 on how well you can do it.
You will rate yourself again after you finish the module and check your learning.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I don’t know how to do this at all. | I know how to do this a little. | I have some idea how to do this. | I mostly understand how to do this. | I understand this so well, I can explain it to someone else. |
Standards addressed in each module [linked HERE]
| Key Vocabulary | Word Workshop | Module Project | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Content-specific:
to colonize/ colonization to negotiate to establish |
Intentional:
forcibly an inhabitant to thrive to discover to continue challenging
|
Morphological features:
-ent -ant Connectors: however although while during |
Students will analyze a persuasive article arguing against celebrating Columbus Day and create an outline of a belief statement with corresponding reasons and evidence. |
Module 9 Materials
- Module 9 Student Materials Packet – This document includes all the printable materials that students will need for this module.
The individual worksheets are also linked in the module where they will be used. - Teacher’s Guide to CILIA-T Instructional Routines (General instructions, suggestions and/or reminders that apply to all modules and are for the teacher’s review and use only).
- Module 9 Teacher Notes and Resources (Module specific notes and resources such as suggested classroom strategies, potential answers, additional activities etc. and are for the teacher’s review and use only).
