About the project
It is not a secret that we are all different.
However us humans find it very difficult to deal with these problems... and you know what!
This has been going on for years, decades and centuries!
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In 'Project Identity' you will have a look at two different conflicts regarding 'Identity'.
The first problem being Apartheid in South Africa and the other problem one you can pick!
Getting started
Information
Finished product
This project will be made in groups of 2 or 3 people.
These groups will be made by your teacher.
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Listen to each other and try to work together instead of solo.
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Any problems? Go to your teacher together and work it out!
If you get stuck on the 'Geography-Parts', go to EXTRA HELP on this website.
Your teacher gathered all kinds of information here to help you
(for example about the geography skills!)
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Don't forget to use your textbook and the Atlas too! That information is almost never wrong to use... And your teacher will love it!
You are going to make an informative folder or little booklet if you will.
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This folder will display your information in an organized way.
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Make sure to put emphasis on the differences and have a good look at showing off your most important information
The assignment
Task 1 - General differences
Describe and answer the following in your own words
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1. In what way can people be different from eachother.
Name at least 10 differences. Give for at least three differences a picture that shows this difference
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2. Find two examples of countries in which one of the differences in question 1 is punished.
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Describe the difference (for example: having a different religion) and what happens in that country if you are different.
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3. What is your opinion about above question. Give two reasons why and if you agree or disagree with the punishment.
Task 2 - Differences in South Africa
1. What is Apartheid? Describe the following:
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- When and why did Apartheid start?
- Give three clear and explained examples of what Apartheid meant for 'white people'.
- Give three clear and explained examples of what Apartheid meant for 'people of color' (the non-whites)
2. When and how did Apartheid end?
- Give three examples of how it was made possible to end Apartheid
- Find an example or testimony of how Apartheid is still visible today in South Africa
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3. Give your opinion on Apartheid. Give two reasons per person on why you think so.
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Use pictures to illustrate the questions above. Minimum of three pictures for this task.
Task 3 - Differences around the world
Now it is up to you. Pick another conflict / trouble in the world about differences and being different (and not being allowed to).
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Find out and describe the following:
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1. What: Description of your conflict in max. 5 sentences
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2. Who: Which groups are involved? (example: muslim versus christians, government versus gays)
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3. Where: Add a map of the country or area where this conflict happens. Circle or highlight if necessary.
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4. How? Why is there a conflict? Why does one side have a problem with the other? Describe.
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5. Timeline: When did the conflict start? Describe three important events of this conflict.
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6. Consequences: What happens to the suppressed group? Give three examples of negative consequences for this group (example: gay people are not allowed to marry or hold hands in public).
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Example choices:
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1. Being gay in countries like Russia, China, other...
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2. Women vs. Men
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3. Black vs White Southern USA (like KKK)
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4. Christians vs Muslims
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5. Rohinya killings in Myanmar
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6. IS in Syria
7. Taliban in Afghanistan
8. Boko Haram Africa
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We believe all people can embrace who they are,
can define their future, and can change the world.