Introduction
Everything has an origin. Washington D.C. started with a portion of land. For a few hundred years, the land has grown and evolved to the city you now see. You will visit 10 different eras and compare two eras. You will learn how Washington DC changed over the years.
Task
You will identify and list at least 5 differences and 3 similarities on the maps of two different time eras with 80% accuracy based on the rubric. You will write a few sentences paragraph for each difference and similarity.
For English Learner: You will be asked to identify at least 3 differences and 2 similarities.
For Student 4: You may request a print out of the maps and you will do an ASL video explaining 3 differences and 2 similarities
Process
Visit each link for the map of each era. Please look over the map and the pictures. Write down your findings in the notebook.
Evaluation
Compare and Contrast Essay Rubric
Directions: Students will compare and contrast two maps of two different time eras (They may choose the time eras).
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Excellent/ Very Good (9-10) |
Good (6-8) |
Proficient (3-5) |
Needs Work (0-2) |
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Content |
Writing shows student understanding throughout. Noting at least three similarities and five differences between the maps of two different time era. Uses insightful and specific examples from the maps. Information is detailed and not generalized. |
Writing shows concrete understanding of at least 2 similarities and 3 differences between the two maps of two different time eras. Use evidence from the maps. Information is somewhat detailed. |
Writing shows understanding of similarities and differences of the maps of two different time eras. Broad examples that could be better explained. |
Writing does not includes the similarities and differences found on the maps OR Content shows several inaccuracies and confusion. |
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Organization |
Prewriting organizer shows thoughtful, logical, and clear layout of concepts. Transition sentences are smooth. Student includes introduction and conclusion. |
Writing is logically and clearly organized. Three similarities and differences are readily identifiable. |
Writing is somewhat organized. Points are identifiable with minimal confusion of reader. |
Writing is disorganized and hard to follow. OR Writing does not contain sufficient content for organization. |
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Presentation |
Extremely neat and creatively presented. |
Neat and well presented. |
Presentation is legible. |
Illegible or poorly presented OR NOT presented at all |
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Conventions |
Work has been proofread. No grammatical errors and no spelling mistakes that take away from comprehension. |
Minor grammatical errors and few spelling mistakes. They do not take away from reading comprehension. |
Several grammar and spelling mistakes. May impinge slightly on document comprehension. |
Numerous mistakes are made in grammar and spelling making it difficult to read the work. |
Conclusion
You will hand in an essay describing differences and similarities of two different maps.