Instructions+for+Learning+Centres

 ** Learning Centres for unit on Scientific Revolution ** 1. Each class it to create a wikispace on [|www.wikispaces.com]. 2. It is the responsibility of the __History Rep__ (or appointed individual) to create this wikispace. 3. The __History Rep__ (or appointed individual) must invite the class and History teacher to participate in this wikispace. 4. Each group is to upload content they produce onto this wikispace. 5. Students will: a. Take responsibility for their learning b. Learn to be accountable for what they post and disseminate online c. Acquire and master historical skills i. Constructing a chronology ii. Adopting a viewpoint iii. Selecting and using relevant facts as evidence iv. Justifying and supporting viewpoints 6. The following topics will be covered: a. The Invention of the Scientific Method b. Physics: The Discoveries of Isaac Newton c. Seeing Stars: From Copernicus to Galileo 7. Additional topics you might want to consider include: a. Medicine b. Chemistry 8. For each topic, the following components will be presented: a. A timeline of key events b. Who were the persons involved? Provide a brief biographical write-up about them. c. What were the major discoveries and achievements? d. Why were these discoveries and achievements important and/or significant? 9. If you wish to cover other topics related to the unit, please inform your teacher. 10. Please include a list of references you have consulted. 11. After the content has been uploaded, an online discussion on the relative significance/importance of the scientific discoveries and achievements will be conducted. 12. A group grade will be awarded based on the given rubrics at the end of this assignment.
 * A. General Instructions **
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 * D. Discussion **
 * E. Assessment **