Native American and Aztec Culture goes far beyond what can be covered in this unit. For this assignment, students will pretend to be a news reporter. This report will cover highlights of either the Native American or Aztec people groups. Below are a few options for this project:
Option 1: Record a video, reporting facts about either group.
~ Can include yourself and others (if desired)
~ Can be in the form of a newscast in a news station or an on-site report covering an event
Option 2: Record an audio clip, reporting facts about either group.
~ Can be in the form of a news broadcast or a play by play covering a live event
~ Other voices may help you if needed
Option 3: Use an avatar program to create a movie, reporting the facts about either group. Students can use an avatar program, or cartoon type program (i.e. GoAnimate, PowToon, etc.)
~ Can be an avatar video newscast or an avatar video of an event
Details to Include:
~ Information about the history of the people & culture (religion, social behavior, work habits)
~ A myth connected to the people group
~ Information about at least two major gods/goddesses
Students will present findings using one of the three options above. See the rubric in the sidebar for full details. When completed, submit the report to the appropriate dropbox.
Options for recording audio and video:
Audacity (free download available online)
Garage Band
Jing Pro
Webcam
Flip program
iPhone video
(Instructor may approve other programs.)
Native American & Aztec Culture Report Project.