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1 Utopia Project Utopia was an imaginary island described by Sir Thomas More in the 14th century which was to be a perfect community. Utopia’s government and social customs were all designed to ensure the fulfillment and happiness of its people. Lois Lowry’s novel, The Giver, is part of a long literary tradition in which writers attempt to describe the perfect society. Ancient Greek philosopher Plato probably envisioned the first Utopian society in Plato’s Republic, written 350 B.C.E.

2 The Giver Describe the utopian society in this novel.
What are some of the problems of this society? Have you read any other books that describe a utopian society? Do you think it is possible to successful in creating such a world?

3 Real World Attempts at Utopia
Some examples from American history include the Oneida Community, the Shakers, the Harmonists, and Brook Farm. Some modern American utopian communities include Victory City, Utopian States, and The Principality of New Utopia. Other links to browse: Utopia: Wikipedia Dystopia New Harmony The Shakers Victory City The Principality of New Utopia

4 The Task Our country is in decline and will soon face extinction. Your group has been chosen to create a plan for an ideal community. Your group will present this plan to the class as if you are trying to recruit your classmates as colonists to your utopian community.

5 Process Each group member will be responsible for presenting at least one of the following subtopics:  1. Community’s name 2. Size of the community 3. Roles and responsibilities of community members 4. Education and religion 5. Government type and structure 6. Location and physical description 7. Laws and punishments 8. Delivery of goods and services

6 Steps  1.  Students will use the sites and books provided to research their subtopic. 2. Students will write at least one page on their given subtopic. 3. Students will make note cards to help with oral presentation. 4. Students will prepare a minimum of four slides for their presentation that include pictures and engaging graphics. 5. Students will document sources for resources, photos, and music using either Citationmachine.net, Citationmachine.com, or easybib.com. In addition to a Works Cited page, there will be a parenthetical citation included with each slide.    

7 1. Government and Values In your perfect world, what would be the ideal form of government? Who will be in charge and make decisions for your community? How will the leader(s) be chosen? How long will they serve? What do the people in your community value most? Briefly describe five important values of your community.

8 Resources Types of Governments: Types of Governments from BBC: Values: 

9 2. Family In your perfect world what would be the ideal family?
How will families be formed? Who will decide who marries whom and who has children? How many children will be allowed in each family? Who will care for the children? Where? Who will care for the elderly? Where? Think of at least one original family ritual that all families of your community will observe (like celebrating Christmas with presents and a tree).

10 Resources What is the Ideal Marriage?
Marriage Site, 09  Ancient Weddings:  Arranged Marriage Arranged Marriages in the US China's One Child Policy, 08 Infant Day Care Issues Child Care Site Care of Elderly Elder Care Care of Elderly,09

11 3. Education and Careers:
In your perfect world what would be the ideal way to learn? Describe your school. What age will students pursue their education? Describe the school building (or location). What will be taught, with what tools, and by whom? Will girls and boys be treated differently? Who chooses what career each member of the community will pursue and how is it chosen? How long must citizens have the same job?

12 Resources Student compiled History of American Education: Contains many images. The History of American Education Misunderstood Minds BBC NEWS | Middle East | Muslim girls struggle for education Some traditional interpretations of Islam mean access to education for Arab Emphasis on female education in the Arab world is lacking almost altogether Open Progressive School Kindergarten Apprenticeship Bill Gate's School of the Future Career site Education Site, 09 Toffler's School of Tomorrow

13 4. Technology/Location:
Describe the level of technology for your community. Will your community have futuristic technology or go back to simpler times? What methods of transportation will be used? What about communication? What will be your community’s source of energy? Describe your community layout and location. (For example: Our community will be one large building … located on an island in the Pacific Ocean.)

14 Resources Timeline of Transportation Technology from Wikipedia
Innovative Transportation Technologies:  Contains some new ideas for transportation Hydrogen Fuel Cells:  Basic information about how hydrogen fuel cells work Cars of the Future Robotic Pets Future For All:  What's Coming? Future Energy Sources What is Nanotechnology?  Cities of the Future Energy links Chevy Fuel Cell Nuclear Power Energy Sources: check left margin Innovative Transportation Coolest communication devices of the future Floating Platforms for Island Communities

15 Group Presentation: All groups will present their findings to the class by means of a PowerPoint presentation supported by each team member’s detailed explanation of his/her subtopic   The team presentation will be at least eight minutes long. 2.  Each member will speak about his/her individual subtopic Students will be graded on final powerpoint presentation.

16 PREPARE CITATIONS USING THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES: Citationmachine
PREPARE CITATIONS USING THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES: Citationmachine.com easybib.com


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