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Civil War Causes Multimedia Project 
Students will research the general or long-term causes of the Civil War using credible online sources. They will show their understanding by creating a multimedia project such as a slideshow, infographic, or short video. Projects must explain at least three key causes, include visuals and citations, and reflect on what was learned. This assignment supports Florida History Standard SS.912.A.2.1 and ISTE Standard 3a. Students will present their work to the class and give feedback to peers.
Rubric Code: U25X397
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Subject: History  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Civil War Causes Multimedia Project
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Poor

1 pts

Incomplete

0 pts

SS.912.A.2.2 – Sectional Conflict & Causes

Excellent

Explains 3+ causes with strong detail and connection to sectional conflict
Good

Explains 3 causes with general accuracy and some historical context
Fair

Explains 2 causes with limited or unclear detail
Poor

Fewer than 2 causes or lacks historical understanding
Incomplete

Student did not complete
SS.912.A.1.2 – Source Analysis

Excellent

Uses 2+ credible sources; clearly identifies type, author, and purpose
Good

Uses 2 sources with some source details identified
Fair

Uses 1 source or gives little info about source type or purpose
Poor

No credible sources or unclear/incomplete source use
Incomplete

Student did not complete
SS.912.A.2.3 – Social Perspective

Excellent

Thoughtfully includes perspectives of African Americans and societal impact
Good

Mentions African American roles with basic understanding
Fair

Touches on social roles but lacks depth
Poor

No inclusion or inaccurate treatment of topic
Incomplete

Student did not complete
ISTE 3a – Research Strategy & Digital Skills

Excellent

Uses strong research strategies and organizes info creatively
Good

Uses effective tools with some organization
Fair

Basic research tools used with some disorganization
Poor

Poor research strategy or minimal effort shown
Incomplete

Student did not complete
ISTE 3a – Presentation & Communication

Excellent

Confident, well-prepared, engaging delivery with visuals
Good

Mostly clear and organized presentation
Fair

Some confusion or limited visuals
Poor

Disorganized, unclear, or unprepared
Incomplete

Student did not complete



Keywords:
  • Civil war , Causes of the civil war, state rights, economic differences, slavery

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