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Conflict in the Middle East - TIMELINE

The story of the Middle East is a complex story with many characters and no resolution. Use the information we have studied, plus additional information gathered through research, and determine the 8-10 most significant events in this region.

Rubric Code: VX2638A

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Subject: Social Sciences

Type: Project

Grade Levels: 6-8

Conflict in the Middle East 100 % Enter rubric description
	Below Standards 2 pts	Developing 3 pts	Good 3.5 pts	Excellent 4 pts
Explanation of Events 30 % Explain the significance of each event in relation to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.	Below Standards Explanations are missing, incomplete, or demonstrate major misconceptions or inaccuracies about events.	Developing The significance of most events is explained. Some information may be partially inaccurate or incomplete.	Good The significance of all events is accurately explained on the timeline.	Excellent The significance of all events is thoroughly and accurately explained on the timeline.
Selection of Events 15 % Select the MOST significant events in the development of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.	Below Standards Missing key events, timeline does not show the development of the conflict.	Developing Includes some key events, but leaves out other key events *Key events are events taught in class.	Good Includes most key events; may leave out one key event (either beginning, middle, or end)	Excellent Includes all key events. Events chosen show a clear and thorough understanding of the development of the conflict.
Graphics/Illustrations 20 % Include 4 graphics that aide in understanding the events presented on the timeline. (Charts, graphs, pictures)	Below Standards No graphics included.	Developing Missing 2 or more graphics, or graphics don't aide in comprehension of the timeline.	Good Most required graphics are included and labeled. Most graphics are effective and relate to the events.	Excellent All 4 required graphics are included and labeled. All graphics add meaning to the timeline.
Map 5 % Include a map of the region that directly relates to one of your events. Identify which event the map relates to.	Below Standards No map is included.	Developing A map of the region is included.	Good A relevant map of the region is included. Map fulfills most guidelines.	Excellent A relevant map of the region is included. Map fulfills all guidelines.
Visual Appeal 10 % Create a timeline that is visually appealing and can be displayed as an informational resource.	Below Standards Messy, lacks organization and/or visual appeal.	Developing Timeline is organized and neat, but may lack visual appeal.	Good Timeline is visually appealing. Work is organized, neat, and shows effort.	Excellent Timeline is visually appealing. The presentation of information is meaningful. Work shows considerable thought and effort.
Grammar/Punctuation 10 % Apply standard English conventions to all writing.	Below Standards Timeline contains frequent errors.	Developing Timeline contains multiple grammar and punctuation errors. Errors may impact meaning.	Good Timeline contains some minor grammar and/or punctuation errors. Errors do not impact meaning.	Excellent Timeline has little to no grammar or punctuation errors. Any errors are minor and do not impact meaning.
Presentation 10 % Present and Explain the timeline in class (2-4 minutes)	Below Standards Difficult to understand; does not look at the audience; Limited or no explanation.	Developing Speaks clearly most of the time; makes occasional eye contact; mainly reads the project; limited explanation.	Good Speaks clearly; makes eye contact. Easy to understand. Explains most ideas - does not just read the project.	Excellent Speaks clearly; changes tone; maintains eye contact. Easy to understand. Clearly and expertly explains key ideas - does not just read the project.

Keywords:

timeline, middle east, conflict

Subjects:

Social Sciences

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