Comparison – Decolonization Methods
STUDENT MATERIALSSTUDENT MATERIALSS-1COMPARISON – DECOLONIZATION METHODS WORLD HISTORY PROJECT AP / LESSON 8.2 ACTIVITYPreparation• Download the WHP LEQ Writing RubricPurposeIn this final activity in the comparison progression, you’ll compare the different ways that Indigenous peoples fought for their independence. Comparing decolonization methods allows you to analyze the ways in which peoples fought for independence from colonial rule. This will help you make connections across regions and evaluate the success of each method.PracticesContextualization Analyzing the context in which these movements took place can also tell us a lot about how and why different people fought for independence from colonial rule.ProcessIn this activity, you’ll review the articles and videos in this unit to compare a variety of decolonization methods. Then you’ll identify information needed to complete the Comparison Tool in order to write an essay in response to a comparison prompt.First, your teacher will break up the class into small groups and assign one of the following countries to each group: India, Ghana, or Egypt. Your teacher will either hand out or have you download the Comparison—Decolonization Methods worksheet. Review the questions in Part 1: Identifying and Describing of the Comparison Tool, included in the worksheet, so that you know the type of information you’re searching for as you review the articles and videos in this unit. As you review the articles and videos for your assigned country, look for decolonization methods in each of the documents and become an “expert” on that nation. Note that you may also use the Internet to do some outside research, if needed.Once your group has answered all the questions in Part 1 of the tool for your assigned country, your teacher will create new groups that will include an “expert” for each nation. Work with your new group to determine the similarities and differences between these countries and write these in the similarities and differences rows in Part 1 of the tool.Next, you’ll work on your own to complete Part 2 of the tool, using the similarities and differences to craft two thesis statements that answer the following questions:• What is the most significant similarity between each nation’s decolonization methods?• What is the most significant difference between each nation’s decolonization methods?Remember that you can use the acronym ADE (amount, depth, and endurance) to help determine historical significance. Consider if these similarities and differences affected all people (amount); if people were deeply affected by these similarities and differences (depth); or if these similarities and differences were long lasting (endurance).Finally, choose one of your thesis statements to act as the basis for a comparison essay for the prompt Develop an argument that evaluates the extent to which decolonization methods were similar in two of the following countries: India, Ghana, and Egypt.The essay should be five- to six-paragraphs long and you should use evidence from your research and the Comparison Tool to support your chosen thesis statement. Be sure to review the WHP LEQ Writing Rubric, as your teacher will use assess your comparison essay against the rubric’s criteria. Unless otherwise noted, this work is licensed under CC BY 4.0. Credit: “Comparison - Decolonization Methods”, OER Project, https://www.oerproject.com/
Name:Date:Name:Date:STUDENT MATERIALSS-2COMPARISON – DECOLONIZATION METHODSWORLD HISTORY PROJECT AP / LESSON 8.2 ACTIVITYPart 1: Identifying and Describing1. Write the topic of comparison at the top of the chart, and then add the cases you’re comparing and their associated time periods. 2. Respond to the questions in the Part 1 chart for each case you’re comparing. Use the resources provided for this comparison. 3. After responding to the questions for each case, identify and describe the similarities and differences between these cases. Part 2: Analyzing1. If you were going to write two essays about the similarities and/or differences you’ve identified for this topic, what are two thesis statements you might use? Write one thesis statement about similarities and one about differences in spaces provided.2. If required, use your thesis statements to craft a response to the comparison prompt for this activity.Topic of ComparisonPart 1: Identifying and DescribingCases You’re ComparingTime PeriodLocation
Name:Date:Name:Date:STUDENT MATERIALSS-3COMPARISON – DECOLONIZATION METHODSWORLD HISTORY PROJECT AP / LESSON 8.2 ACTIVITYPoliticalHow did Indigenous peoples use political methods to secure their freedom from colonial rule?SimilaritiesDifferencesCulturalHow did Indigenous peoples use cultural methods to secure their freedom from colonial rule?
Name:Date:Name:Date:STUDENT MATERIALSS-4COMPARISON – DECOLONIZATION METHODSWORLD HISTORY PROJECT AP / LESSON 8.2 ACTIVITYSimilaritiesDifferencesEconomicHow did Indigenous peoples use economic methods to secure their freedom from colonial rule?SimilaritiesDifferences
Name:Date:Name:Date:STUDENT MATERIALSS-5COMPARISON – DECOLONIZATION METHODSWORLD HISTORY PROJECT AP / LESSON 8.2 ACTIVITYPart 2: AnalyzingThesis Statement 1: SimilaritiesThesis Statement 2: DifferencesResponse