Introduction
Hello Sophomores,
Today you will explore regions around the world in order to gain an understanding and appreciation of the various cultures and peoples that exist on this planet we call home.
The world has been divided into 7 regions. You will work with your groups to explore the areas listed below. Each group will explore one region and all assigned areas.
The regions are:
- North America
- Latin America
- The Caribbean
- Europe
- Asia
- The Middle East
- Africa
- Australia and New Zealand
Assigned Areas:
- Landscape
- Food
- Music
- Religion
- Political System
- Language
Happy exploring. I hope that you enjoy learning about the other people with whom we share this beautiful world!
Task
Step 1: You will be assigned a region.
Step 2: Use the relevant links to explore your assigned region and focus. Complete the notes sheet as you are working.
Questions for the Notes Sheet:
- What are four natural features from your assigned region that are well-known?
- What is the major geographical quality associated with your region (deserts, beaches, mountains etc.)?
- What is the cuisine like in your region? What are two of the most famous dishes?
- List at least three famous musicians and note the genre of music for which they are famous.
- What are some of the major religions practiced in your region?
- What is the current political system in your region?
- What languages do the people who reside in your region speak?
- What are some famous idioms from your region?
Step 3: Create an advertisement for a tourism website that you would use to inform others about your region and encourage them to visit. Your ad may be in the form of a PowerPoint presentation with at least 4 slides or a hand-created flyer that you will then upload.
Process
Use the links below to conduct your exploration. Happy exploring!
Landscapes
Africa:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/africa-physical-geography/ , https://www.traveller.com.au/the-10-most-spectacular-landscapes-in-africa-h17c6b https://www.english-online.at/geography/africa/africa-landscapes.htm
Asia
https://www.aiesec.my/2016/02/29/4-stunning-landscapes-in-asia-pacific/ https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/top-10/natural-wonders-asia/ https://theculturetrip.com/asia/articles/21-incredible-places-southeast-asia-never-knew-existed/
The Caribbean
https://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/namerica/caribb/caribland.htm https://www.globespots.com/caribbean/landscapes/
Latin America
https://culturacolectiva.com/photography/natural-wonders-of-latin-america https://www.hrsrelocation.com/discover-latin-america
Europe
https://www.europeanbestdestinations.com/best-of-europe/european-best-destinations-2017/
The Middle East
https://www.globespots.com/middle-east/landscapes/ https://theculturetrip.com/middle-east/articles/the-14-most-beautiful-places-in-the-middle-east/
Australia and New Zealand
https://theculturetrip.com/pacific/australia/articles/11-astonishing-landscapes-in-australia/ https://theculturetrip.com/pacific/new-zealand/articles/15-landscapes-youll-only-find-in-new-zealand/
North America
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/north-america-physical-geography/ https://openjourney.com/article/strange-landscapes-north-america-20.html https://twistedsifter.com/videos/timelapse-tour-of-north-american-landscapes-by-shane-black/
Food
Africa
https://traveltips.usatoday.com/common-african-foods-13 https://epicureandculture.com/african-food/ http://www.panafricanperspective.com/recipes.html
Asia
http://www.asian-nation.org/asian-food.shtml#sthash.Oe6hbCZu.dpbs https://asiasociety.org/blog/asia/dietary-culture-asia
The Caribbean
https://www.wpbmagazine.com/secrets-of-the-caribbean-cuisine/ https://theculturetrip.com/caribbean/articles/14-mouth-watering-caribbean-dishes-you-need-to-try/
Latin America
http://www.viewpure.com/2LdTInHlozY?start=0&end=0 https://www.topuniversities.com/blog/top-dishes-latin-american-cuisine
Europe
https://www.hostelworld.com/blog/what-one-thing-should-you-eat-in-these-14-european-countries/
The Middle East
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/middle-east-food-dishes/ind
Australia and New Zealand
https://www.thespruceeats.com/iconic-australian-and-new-zealand-foo
Language (Idioms)
Caribbean: http://wiwords.com/sayings
Africa: https://safarijunkie.com/culture/african-proverbs/
Asia: http://www.historyofpainters.com/asian_proverbs.htm
Latin America: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xTCsaHXCQx_BPku3cqdiraQ_WiijrydTitg4kTU8Q18/edit?usp=sharing
Europe: http://www.historyofpainters.com/european_proverbs.htm
The Middle East: http://www.historyofpainters.com/middleeastern_proverbs.htm
Australia and New Zealand: https://www.businessinsider.com.au/slang-terms-new-zealand-2018-4
North America: https://bestlifeonline.com/strange-american-say
Politics
https://www.politicalsciencedegree.com/the-five-most-common-political-systems-around-the-world/
https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2017/10/30/global-views-political-systems/
https://www.cs.mcgill.ca/~rwest/wikispeedia/wpcd/wp/l/List_of_countries_by_system_of_government.htm
Religon
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2019/03/this-is-the-best-and-simplest-world-map-of-religions/
http://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/religion-by-country/
Music
https://www.ted.com/playlists/396/music_around_the_world
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/music-to-travel-to-10-music-styles-around-the-globe_n_1017649
Conduct additional research to answer the remaining questions in your packet.
Evaluation
The rubric above will be used to evaluate your performance. Please record your responses on the provided Google classroom form. The rubric section titled 'Cartoon' will be used to score your advertisements.
Conclusion
Now that we have explored various regions of the world, it is my hope that you have a better appreciation for the beauty and diversity on our planet.