HWC Final Exam Project

History DepartmentPHS

What is the final exam project?● student selected & directed project● teacher as coach & facilitator● embedded with supports● benchmarks & conferences each MP● allows for many revisions/iterations● prepares students for active citizenship in

the 21st century● based on NJ CCCS 6.3.12

Why a final exam project?● allows learners to control learning & output● allows for creativity in the use of technology● promotes skills needed for adulthood

o informed citizenshipo value diversity & cultural understandingo work collaborativelyo propose solutions to challenges in our world

NJ CCCS 6.3.12 Active Citizenship in the 21st Century

Begin with the end in mind...

1. Read the background information.

2. Read the timeline page.

3. Read the rubrics.

4. Read the 5 choices for the project.

Begin with the end in mind...

5. Read the 5 choices for the project.6. Write down immediate reactions, questions, ideas, circle words you don’t understand - do this in the margin of the page.7. Set/Record the MP1 benchmark (BM) date.

What’s next?

1. Take handbook home. 2. Read it with your folks.3. Sign & return the contract.4. Decide how you will log/keep track of:

a. dates/time spent thinking/working on projectb. vocabulary words defined as you’re workingc. mind maps/concept maps/note takingd. resources/annotated articles/bibliographye. MP rubrics/handbook/contract/Final Project Rubric

MP1 Benchmark Student Teacher Conference

MP2 Benchmark Student Teacher Conference

MP3 Benchmark Student Teacher Conference

MP4 Benchmark Peer & Student Teacher Conferences