Greek Contributions/Greek Connections- Project and Rubric

Greek Contributions/Greek Connections- Presentation-2007-2008

Instead of a Social Studies Test on Chapter 11 you are to make a short, two minute presentation that will prove you have learned one of the following:
1. An achievement the Greeks have contributed to our society.
2. Explain a Greek connection that is found in our modern world.
You cannot use Nike or Pegasus restaurant, which I used as examples in class. You cannot use these Greek architecture examples researched in class, such as: White House, New York Stock Exchange, Capitol Building, or Lincoln Memorial

An achievement is something the Greeks invented or created that is used in our society today. Examples of achievements are: Greek columns, democracy, pottery, philosophy, Socratic Method, scientific method, etc.

A connection is a Greek idea that is found in today’s society. Here is an example of what can be written about Nike:
Did you know that the Nike Corporation was probably named after a Greek mythological character, called Nike? Athena was the goddess of war and had a companion called Nike. Nike was the spirit of victory and was always at Athena’s side to help her be victorious in battle. Nike is a good name for the company because it symbolizes victory for people who wear their products.

1. Greek Achievement - be sure to include the following requirements:
A. Tell the achievement
B. Give background information about it (who created it, where can it be found, where is it used, the time period, etc.)
C. Explain why it is important to our society today
D. A visual aid must be included such as:
*a decorative poster that depicts the achievement
and why it is important to our society. Your poster cannot be any
bigger than 18 X 22 inches and no smaller than 8.5 X 11 inches.
Or
*a visual that enhances the presentation
E. Your visual aid must be typed and include 2 or more colored pictures, graphics, etc.
F. If you use typing paper for your poster then it must be matted to construction paper.
G. Be sure to cite your source of information on the back of your poster.

2. Greek Connection - please note the following requirements:
A. Give background information about the Ancient Greek topic
B. Explain how it is used in our society today so that I can understand the connection
C. Make an inference about the topic (see the example above)
D. Include a visual aid such as a poster that depicts the connection. Your poster cannot
be any bigger than 18 X 22 inches and no smaller than 8.5 X 11 inches.
E. Your visual aid must be typed and include 2 or more colored pictures, graphics, etc.
F. If you use typing paper for your poster then it must be matted to construction paper.
G. Be sure to cite your source of information on the back of your poster.

Please note: You may not cite Google, Yahoo, etc as your source of information. They are just search engines that can lead you to your source of information.
Name_____________________________________Per._________Date_____________

Name of Topic__________________________________________

Greek Connections Project and Presentation Rubric

3 points = Well Done 2 points = Satisfactory 1 point = Needs Improvement

Presentation:

_______/3pts. Organization & Content-
Student is prepared, states topic, ideas are clearly expressed, and appears enthusiastic about topic

_______/ 3pts. Poise-
Student appears at ease, stays focused, and doesn’t use distracting movements, comments, sounds, or words

_______/3 pts. Speaking & Eye Contact-
Student speaks at an appropriate rate, appropriate volume, and uses good eye contact

_______/2 pts. Time-
Student stays within the one-two minute allotted time

Visual Aid:

1. _______/ 3 pts. Background information given about Greek topic

2. ______¬_ / 3 pts. Student explains relationship/connection between Greeks and our
modern society

3. _______/ 3 pts. Student makes valid inference about topic or explains why topic is
importat to our society

4. _______/ 3 pts. Poster/presentation has no more than 2 grammatical errors

5. _______/ 3 pts. Information has been typed and is large enough to be seen from a
distance

6. _______/ 3 pts. Contains 2 or more colorful graphics, drawings, icons, and/or original
logos etc.

7. _______/ 3 pts. Visual is creative and neat (posters must have a border)