World Geography Portfolio Instructions/Directions

OBJECTIVE 1:

Objective: IDENTIFY physical characteristics of a region or country and CREATE a map.Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, atlas, student/teacher resourcesFormat: Student created mapDirections: Formulate a hand drawn map of a region/country and identify a minimum 10 physical characteristics. Create a title and an effective map key.

Sources and Objectives: At the bottom of each page, accurately record the objective mastered AND the source (s) used for each activity. Writing must be very neat and readable. See attached handout for proper procedures for citing sources. (5 points)

OBJECTIVE 2:

Objective: IDENTIFY political boundaries of a region and CREATE a map.Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, atlas, student/teacher resourcesFormat: Student created mapDirections: Formulate a hand drawn map of a region and identify the political boundaries. Create a title and an effective map key.

Remember to cite sources and record objective mastered. (5 points)

OBJECTIVE 3:

Objective: EXAMINE the culture of a region or country and CONSTRUCT a culture map.Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, atlas, student/teacher resourcesFormat: Student created map (see teacher example)Directions: Create a visual portrayal of the culture and geography of a country. Follow the step by step directions below.1. Use the ABC’s of culture handout and research region/country currently in study.2. Use standard size type paper and outline the perimeter of the region or country. 3. Use various colors and personal creativity to enhance the map.4. INSIDE OF MAP should contain ONLY photos and symbols that represent culture.5. Map should include a minimum of 10 cultural identifications.6. Title your map and create a “note card” map key. (see teacher example) The “note card” key should describe the symbols inside the map drawing AND should be on the OUTSIDE of the map. Descriptions should be 1-3 sentences.

Remember to cite sources and record objective mastered. (5 points)

Grading Checklist:

Title: ____10 Characteristics:___Format:_____Map key: _____Neatness:_____Accuracy:_____Sources: ______Objective: ______

POINTS: __________

Grading Checklist:

Title: ____Boundaries:_____Format:_____Map key: _____Neatness:_____Accuracy:_____Sources: ______Objective: ______POINTS: __________

Grading Checklist:

Title: ____Format:_____Map key: _____10 Characteristics:___Graphics/photos:____Neatness:_____Accuracy:_____Sources: ______Objective: ______

POINTS: __________

OBJECTIVE 4:

Objective: COMPARE/CONTRAST life in a foreign country to life in the United States.Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, atlas, student/teacher resourcesFormat: Double bubble map or Venn diagram (see attached examples)Directions: Research the various aspects of geography in the United States and that of another country. Artwork and photos may be used to enhance the activity. Title the chart.Identify a minimum of 8 comparisons/differences in the two countries. That means 8 ways the countries are alike and 8 ways the countries differ.

Remember to cite sources used and record objective mastered. (5 points)

OBJECTIVE 5:

Objective: ANALYZE and SUPPORT reasons for tourism of a country or region.Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, atlas, student/teacher resourcesFormat: Matrix, Tree Map, or Bubble MapDirections: Conduct research on a country. Create a chart depicting SPECIFICpoints of interests in the country/region. Chart should include 5 SPECIFIC points of interests and WHY those interests have developed into tourists or traveler attractions. Include a minimum of 5 descriptions about EACH point of interest.

Remember to cite sources used and record objective mastered. (5 points)

OBJECTIVE 6:

Objective: EXPLAIN three current problems of a region and DETERMINE possible solutions.Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, atlas, student/teacher resourcesFormat: Brace Map or Tree MapDirections: Conduct research on current problems of a region.

1. Identify a minimum of 3 problems; why the problems exists; how long the problems have existed; effects of the problems, and what are the possible solutions for those problems and current issues. 2. Draw the chosen map format, and record necessary information.3. Title the chart.

Remember to cite sources used and record objective mastered. (5 points)

Grading Checklist:

Title: ____Format:_____8 Comparisons:____Neatness:_____Accuracy:_____Sources: ______Objective: ______

POINTS: __________

Grading Checklist:

Title: _____Format:_____5 Points of Interests (What):______5 Points of Interests (Why):______Neatness:_____Accuracy:_____Sources: ______Objective: ______

POINTS: __________

Grading Checklist:

Title: ______Format:_____3 Problems (What/Why):______3 Solutions: _______Neatness:_____Accuracy:_____Sources: ______Objective: ______

POINTS: __________

OBJECTIVE 7:

Objective: WRITE a one page essay PREDICTING what country you will le live in as an adult. SUPPORT reasons.

Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, students/teacher resourcesFormat: Minimum 200-300 words, typed, double spaced, 12 –font, and Times New Roman. Directions: Analyze various characteristics of studied regions. Brainstorm what factors you feel will be important to you as an adult, and choose 3 factors. Write an essay that describes what country and region you will live in and WHY. Title the essay. YOU MUST TURN IN WRITTEN ROUGH DRAFT.

Remember to cite sources used and record objective mastered. (5 points)

OBJECTIVE 8:

Objective: JUSTIFY the connections of a region or country to the United States. Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, students/teacher resourcesFormat: Student choiceDirections: Create a chart illustrating the following: Why does this region matter to the United States? What part of this region’s history or culture is relative to the United States? (wars, economy, trade, immigration, etc…) Choose of minimum of 3 reasons. Each reason’s description should be 4 to 5 sentences in length. (8th grade sentences) You may also choose to focus on one country in the region. Title your chart.Remember to cite sources used and record objective mastered. (5 points)

Grading Checklist:

Title: ______Introduction: _______Body: _______Conclusion: _______Supported Reasons:______Spelling:______Grammar: _______Accuracy: _______Neatness: _______Sources: ______Objective: ______

POINTS: __________

Grading Checklist:

Title: ______Format: _______3 Reasons: _______Justification of Reasons:______Accuracy: _______Neatness: _______Sources: ______Objective: ______

POINTS: __________

OBJECTIVE 9:

Objective: DESCRIBE a previous travel experience using the 5 themes of geography. Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, atlas, students/teacher resourcesFormat: 5 Themes Outline Map (see teacher example)Directions: 1. Choose one personal travel experience. This could be a week long vacation or a one day adventure to anywhere.2. Use standard size type paper and outline the perimeter of the country/state/city/3. Identify the area of travel with a star or symbol.4. Draw 5 boxes INSIDE outlined perimeter, one for each theme of geography.5. Use various colors and personal creativity to enhance the map.6. Complete each box by describing how your travel experience is related to each theme.7. You may use sentences or bullets. Give at least 2 examples of each theme. 8. Title your map.

Remember to cite sources used and record objective mastered. (5 points)

Grading Checklist:

Title: ______Format: _______2 -Place:______2 -Region: _______2 -Location: _______2 -Movement: ______ Human Environment2- Interaction: ______Accuracy: _______Neatness: _______Objective: ______Sources: _______

POINTS: __________

OBJECTIVE 10:

Objective: FORMULATE a chronological timeline of U.S. conflicts with other nations.Materials: Student resources, teacher handout, and standard size type paperFormat: chronological timeline (may choose ICT Excel format)Directions: Using teacher summaries of major U.S. conflicts with other nations, student should formulate a chronological timeline depicting name of conflict, date, and a 1-3 sentence summary. Title the timeline. You may create an excel timelinemodeled after the one completed in ICT class. Remember to cite sources used and record objective mastered. (5 points)

Grading Checklist:

Title: ______Chronology: _______Date::______Summary: _______Neatness: _______Objective: _______Sources: ________

POINTS: _________

OBJECTIVE 11:

Objective: WRITE a reflective essay VALIDATING the importance of geo-literacy in t the real world.

Materials: type paper, pencils, internet, textbook, students/teacher resourcesFormat: Minimum 200-300 words, typed, double spaced, 12 –font, and Times New Roman. Directions: Reflect on topics, lesson goals, assignments, and discussions throughout the semester. Write an essay depicting the importance of geo-literacy in the real world by using what you have learned from the class. Choose at least 3 concepts. Title the essay. YOU MUST TURN IN A WRITTEN ROUGH DRAFT.Remember to cite sources used and record objective mastered. (5 points)

Grading Checklist:

Title: ______Introduction: _______Body: _______Conclusion: _______Spelling:______Grammar: _______Neatness: _______Sources: ______Objective: ______

POINTS: __________

OBJECTIVE 14:

Objective: CREATE an effective table of contents.Materials: Student portfolio activities and standard size type paperFormat: Table of Contents/ListingDirections: Students should put all product portfolio activities in order according to World Geography rubric. Students should place personal artwork in appropriate place throughout the portfolio. Artwork must be identified on table of contents, not just labeled “artwork.” Once all work is in correct order, students should create a table of contents. EVERY PAGE OF PORTFOLIO SHOULD BE NOTED ON THE TABLE OF CONTENTS EXCEPT FOR COVER PAGE. Title the page.

OBJECTIVE 13:

Objective: PREPARE, choose, and arrange artwork/photos/images/graphics throughout portfolio and IDENTIFY the significance of each picture/graphic/Materials: Students resourcesFormat: student choiceDirections: Throughout the product portfolio process, students should work collect or create various artworks to be placed in portfolio. The artwork helps make the product portfolio unique to the student. Artwork may include computer generated photos or images, hand drawn artwork, paintings, word clouds, or calligraphy. Students must have a minimum of four different sheets of artwork. A title, caption or explanation of each piece of artwork must be included.

OBJECTIVE 12:

Objective: DESIGN a cover page for portfolio.Materials: Student resources and standard size type paperFormat: student choiceDirections: Create a cover page for portfolio that includes title, name, date, teacher, and graphic.Cover page may be typed or handwritten. Cover page should be inside of pronged folder NOT on the outside.

Grading Checklist:

Title: ______Name: _______Date::______Teacher: _______Graphic: _______Neatness: _______

POINTS: _________

Grading Checklist:

Artwork 1: ______Identification: ________Artwork 2: ______Identification: _______

POINTS: __________

Grading Checklist:

Title: ____Format:_____Neatness:_____Accuracy:_____Order: _______

POINTS: __________

OBJECTIVE 15:

Objective: CONSTRUCT a neat, organized, and well developed product portfolio.Materials: Student portfolio objectivesFormat: Follow World Geography rubric and guidelines.Directions: Students should make sure all materials are completed following the World Geography portfolio guidelines.

All papers must be neat and orderly. Points will be deducted for torn, scribbled, messy, or ruffled papers. All objectives must have writing ONLY ON THE FRONT. All objectives must be completed on typing paper. Anything on notebook paper will not be graded. Any objectives not previously done must be completed to get credit for objective #14. All objectives must be inserted into sheet protectors.

Grading Checklist:

Neatness:______Order: _______Completion of all activities: ________

POINTS: __________

Copyright-Melinda Moore

Citing your sources in 8 th grade World Geography

AtlasAuthor or Publishing Company. Title, Place of publication: Date.

MLA -Text book with Chapter:Boehm, Richard G. "Chapter 3." Glencoe World Geography and Cultures. Columbus: McGraw-Hill/Glencoe, 2012. pp. 55-56.

MLA –Non-Fiction Book (one author):McPherson, James M. Hallowed Ground: A Walk at Gettysburg. New York: Crown Journeys, 2003.

MLA –Non-Fiction Book (two authors):McPherson, James M., and Moore, Melinda. Hallowed Ground: A Walk at Gettysburg. New York: Crown Journeys, 2003.

Website:http://www.civilwartrust.orghttp://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/nat-geo-wild

Magazine:Davis, Megan. "Our World at Best." National Geographic Dec. 2012: pp. 12-13.

Newspaper Article:Madison, Anthony. "Tracking Sharks in the Gulf." The Hattiesburg American 25 June 2014.

Citing Sources –Useful Websites:http://www.easybib.com/http://www.citationmachine.net/ https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/02/

My teacher website has a list of reliable websites if you need suggestions. Do NOT use Wiki sites, ask.com, about.com, movies, blogs, historical novels, or personal websites.