Unit 2: Middle East Region (Fertile Crescent/Mesopotamia)
Duration of Days: 30
Physical & Political Geography: Location of countries, landforms, and natural resources like oil and water.
History & Culture: The rise of ancient civilizations in Mesopotamia and the Fertile Crescent, including early writing systems.
Civics & Government: Early codes of law and modern governments
Economics: Draw conclusions on how economics helps to create prosperity in a society .
Examine factors that made the rise of civilization possible.
Participate in "Iceman Otzi" CSI activities and Hammurabi’s Code group work.
Analyze the distribution of resources and its impact on regional conflict.
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Map assessment: Use maps to show an understanding of political and regional boundaries, as well physical geographic features, and thematic concepts
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Formative and Summative Asesments
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Informative (Expository) Essay Essay in NoRedInk
| Lesson # | Lesson Title | Duration of Days |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Introduction to Mesopotamia | 6 |
| 2 | 2. History of Mesopotamia | 6 |
| 3 | 3. Culture & Society | 6 |
| 4 | 4. Government/Hammurabi's Code of Law | 6 |
| 5 | 5. Technology & Achievemens | 6 |