Bernie- bernie.terron@gmail.com 7-9a
Derek- derek.fabrizio@mymail.champlain.edu 9b-d
Dan- daniele.graziani@mymail.champlain.edu 4-6
1. Location/Geography/Environment-The official name and year of origin of this country, location, climate and major geographical features of the country. (Be sure to include Maps and a Flag!)
2. Social Structure–What racial, ethnic, class structures are present?
3. Politics- what type of government runs this country?
4. Religion/Ideology-what type of religious activity is present?
5. Economics-what types of economic activity, natural resources (oil, etc.) are present?
6. Technology-Is this an “advanced” country technologically?
7. Popular Culture: Any special food? Sports? Pop stars? Sites?
8. 21st Century Challenges and Opportunities – Describe any.
9. “Arab Spring” focused questions:
A. Immediate precipitating causes of the “Arab Spring” – when, how and why?
B. Long-term causes of the “Arab Spring” – why did it happen in your country, based on deeper historical and cultural issues?
C. Key players – who are THREE individuals and organizations that have served as key players in the “Arab Spring”?
D.Possible futures for your “Arab Spring” country – play out at least THREE different future scenarios – what might happen?
AN EXCELLENT Oral Presentation:
Is “blog friendly” organized and well-practiced.
Includes Web 2.0 hyperlinks, photo and video embeds.
Is 15 minutes long and full of detailed content.
