Introduction
Can you imagine what life would be like for Canadians if Canada was not a bilingual and multicultural nation? There are many factors that contributed to shaping contemporary Canadian life and the developments regarding Aboriginal rights and the evolution of Canada as a bilingual and multicultural nation. What are some unique features that make us a multicultural and bilingual nation? What would you tell someone visiting Canada to convince them we are a multicultural nation that values diverse people and cultures? You will go on a quest with a partner to answer questions and gain an understanding about Canada’s evolution to a multicultural and bilingual nation. Reflect upon the answers to your questions and create a presentation to illustrate the development of Canada as a bilingual and multicultural nation. Feel free to create a PowerPoint, video, poster, story, narrative, skit, song or anything you would like for your presentation! The possibilities are endless!
Good luck on your quest!
Task
To help you complete this project, answer the following questions:
1. You will learn about what makes Canadian heritage and culture diverse and unique. You will watch some videos and read some articles online. These will give you an idea of what other people think makes Canadian heritage and culture diverse. You will pair up with another group and together you will discuss what you like about some and what you don't like about others and what you learned. Then, with your partner, you will write a paragraph that will be posted on the classroom website saying what you think life is like living in a culturally diverse nation. Describe the benefits, challenges and some of the characteristics necessary for a citizen to live in Canada.
Check out this Government of Canada website:
Watch these videos:
- Justin Trudeau's New Cabinet The Most Diverse In Canadian History:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ydz7g7KyTCM
- Canadian Citizenship, Cultural Diversity and Multiculturalism:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cxg6IS2RKcA
2. What significant historical event(s) led to Canada being a culturally diverse nation? Who played a role in helping shape Canada as a bilingual and multicultural nation? (Who was involved with the significant historical events?)
Watch this video on YouTube:
- Canadian Multiculturalism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M08YqptDR5I
- Canadian Heritage, Multiculturalism, Canadian Diversity, Respecting Our Differences:
http://www.pch.gc.ca/eng/1266037002102/1265993639778
3. What are the benefits/challenges of living and learning in a bilingual Country? Watch these video’s on YouTube:
- Living and Learning in a Bilingual Country: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFRT78AehjU
- YouTube: The Challenge of Diversity - Canada https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3omK4-kKA8
4. What citizenship characteristics are required in order to live in a multicultural society?
Process
You and your partner will answer questions about your quest on how Canada became a bilingual and multicultural nation.
Evaluation
This rubric will be used to evaluate your work. Use it as a guide to complete your WebQuest.
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Activities |
Beginning 1 |
Developing 2 |
Qualified 3 |
Exemplary 4 |
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Task Questions |
Answered some questions. |
Answered all questions. |
Answered all questions in complete sentences. |
Answered all questions in complete sentences; creatively. |
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Scavenger Hunt Questions |
Answered some questions. |
Answered all questions. |
Answered all questions in complete sentences. |
Answered all questions in complete sentences; creatively. |
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Presentation |
Informative. |
Informative and creative. |
Informative; creative; specific with examples of primary documents. |
Informative; creative; specific with examples of primary and secondary documents. |
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