Students will be able to understand the people, events and ideologies of the Vietnam War Era in American History.

 What impact did the 60’s and early 70’s have on us today?

 What effect did the Civil Rights movement have on American Culture?  How can Protest lead to change?  Did the presidency lose its luster during this time?  What impact did the Vietnam War have on society?

 Who were the main players during the Vietnam War Era?  What were the main events that took place during the 60’s and early 70’s?  What was the Civil Rights Movement?  How did the counter culture shape American Culture?  What caused the Vietnam War?

Before project work beginsStudents work on projects and complete tasks After project work is completed  Students will attempt to fill out as much of the pre assessment graphic organizer as possible My Assessment Timeline Their will be a class discussion on their knowledge based on their graphic organizer Class discussion in small groups and as a class. Jeopardy Game Helping students find source material for their research projects Provide peer editing time for students to work on their research papers and questions for upcoming debate Class debate on the Vietnam War to judge Knowledge Of material Minimum 2 page Research Paper to judge understanding of material

Graphic Organizer

Essay Debate

Newsletter to inform students and parents of what is expected for the upcoming research project.