Introduction
Introduction
History, geography, and a variety of influences have molded the unique culture and customs of the Caribbean. Every nation has distinctive cultural customs that are a reflection of its history. With an emphasis on cuisine, music, and dance, students will investigate and contrast the cultural customs of Jamaica, Barbados, Guyana, and Trinidad in this WebQuest.
Using internet tools, you will collect data, examine similarities and contrasts, and creatively present your results. You will gain a greater understanding of Caribbean culture as well as research and critical thinking abilities from this exercise.
Task
Your task is to work individually to research the cultural practices of Jamaica, Barbados, Guyana, and Trinidad. You will focus on three main areas:
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Traditional foods
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Music styles
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Popular dances
After gathering information, you will compare the cultural practices of these countries and create a short presentation or written report highlighting similarities and differences.
Process
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Review the guiding questions provided by your teacher.
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Use the recommended websites and other reliable online sources to research the traditional food, music, and dance of each country.
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Take notes and organize your information using a graphic organizer or comparison chart.
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Compare the cultural practices of the four countries, identifying similarities and differences.
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Create a presentation, poster, or written report to share your findings with the class.
Evaluation
Your work will be assessed based on:
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Accuracy and relevance of information
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Clear comparison of cultural practices
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Organization and presentation of ideas
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Appropriate use of technology
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Creativity and effort
A rubric will be provided to guide your work.
Conclusion
By completing this WebQuest, you will gain a better understanding of the rich cultural diversity of the Caribbean. You will also develop important research and comparison skills while learning to appreciate the similarities and differences among Caribbean nations.