Lesson 3: 6.3 - People and Culture of Australia and Oceania

How can the people of Oceania preserve their culture?

How have patterns of migration changed the cultures of Australia and Oceania?

penal colony, Micronesia, Aborigine, Melanesia, haka, migration, Australian Gold Rush, indigenous, Mauri, arable land

1.INQ 6-8.5 Determine the kinds o sources that will be helpful in answering compelling and supporting questions, taking into consideration multiple points of view represented in sources

Depth of Knowledge Level 3: Strategic Thinking

This activity requires students to:

Analyze the diverse cultures of Oceania, including their traditions, beliefs, and art forms.
Interpret information from various sources, such as historical documents, photographs, and contemporary media.
Synthesize information to develop a cohesive and informative museum exhibit.
Evaluate the effectiveness of different design elements, such as layout, lighting, and text, in conveying the cultural significance of Oceania.
By engaging in this process, students demonstrate a higher level of thinking, requiring them to apply their knowledge and skills to complex tasks and make connections between different concepts.

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies.

Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.

Guided notes section and checking work in progress through activities

Resources Guide

Laptop

Paper

Pencils, Colored Pencils, Markers

Scissors