Semester 1 Examination Outline: To view complete, ongoing class discussion, visit http://s1.zetaboards.com/social_studies_3
This short, "fun" test is an opportunity for students to display their intricate knowledge of Indian history. The test is comprised of various multiple choice, matching, and essay questions to amount to 50 points in total. The following is a list of topics which will likely be covered on the exam:
Unit 1 Concepts:
Indus Valley Civilization
Role of science and technology in the Indus Valley CivilizationIndustry
Definition of Government
Role of Commerce
Agriculture
Agrarian Economy
Town Planning
Joint Families
Cash Crops
Caste System
Definition of Tax
Unit 2 Concepts:
Nation State
Role of Sultans
Diagram- Be sure to understand this diagram
Who was called the Gazi? Why?
Delhi Sultanate
Hindu Rajput Confederacy
What was so important about creating a stable government?
Role of Hindu Muslim Unity
Hindu and Muslim Separatists
Role of Mansabers in Akbar’s government
Definition of Bureaucracy
Social hierarchy
Jizya
Din-i-Llahi
Urdu
The Flourishing Market
Definitions of finial, arch, dome, and mina
What is the role of the finial on the Taj Mahal?
Characteristics of Mughal architecture
Name 2 Mughal structures still standing today
Monday, December 7, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Lesson Outline: Unit 2
Lesson Title: The Mughal Empire
Date: 23 November 2008
Creator: Keshav Kohli
Subject: Social Studies level 3
Activities and lesson notes: This longer unit is divided into three individual sections, each focusing on different aspects of the Mughal Empire and its effects on India’s culture, geography, political sphere, and economic stability. The first lesson articulates the rise of the Mughal Empire to power, specifying the line of kings leading up to the rule of Jahangir, the cultural provisions made by Akbar the Great, the influence of the Ottoman Empire on Babur’s conquests, the significance of Humayun’s government, and growing threat of opposition such as that of the Hindu Rajput Confederacy. In class, students acquired a detailed understanding of cash economy, Hindu-Muslim unity, syncretism, the nation-state, cultural reform, the bureaucratic system of government, and Mughal architecture through lectures and engaging student activities. Specific emphasis was placed on the role of Akbar’s regime in unifying the northern territory of India—a central premise in analyzing the subsequent fall of the Mughals under Aurungzeb’s administration. In effect, students have become very familiar with social, economic, political, and geographical patterns in early societies during Mughal rule. This study of the Mughal Empire will assist students both in comprehending and identifying the underlying foundation of Indian culture and political policies, as well as in expanding their ability to read, margin note, and concretely understand the text assigned.
Sources (websites, books used, etc.): To name a few:
· India A History by John Keay
· In Spite of the Gods: The Strange Rise of Modern India by Edward Luce
· http://www.wikipedia.com/
· The World’s History Volume II by Howard Spodek
· Various internet sources for images
Materials needed (markers, scissors, etc): Kohli Bucks (artificial paper money given to students on occasion, allowing them to “purchase” treats—namely candy—in class)
Date: 23 November 2008
Creator: Keshav Kohli
Subject: Social Studies level 3
Activities and lesson notes: This longer unit is divided into three individual sections, each focusing on different aspects of the Mughal Empire and its effects on India’s culture, geography, political sphere, and economic stability. The first lesson articulates the rise of the Mughal Empire to power, specifying the line of kings leading up to the rule of Jahangir, the cultural provisions made by Akbar the Great, the influence of the Ottoman Empire on Babur’s conquests, the significance of Humayun’s government, and growing threat of opposition such as that of the Hindu Rajput Confederacy. In class, students acquired a detailed understanding of cash economy, Hindu-Muslim unity, syncretism, the nation-state, cultural reform, the bureaucratic system of government, and Mughal architecture through lectures and engaging student activities. Specific emphasis was placed on the role of Akbar’s regime in unifying the northern territory of India—a central premise in analyzing the subsequent fall of the Mughals under Aurungzeb’s administration. In effect, students have become very familiar with social, economic, political, and geographical patterns in early societies during Mughal rule. This study of the Mughal Empire will assist students both in comprehending and identifying the underlying foundation of Indian culture and political policies, as well as in expanding their ability to read, margin note, and concretely understand the text assigned.
Sources (websites, books used, etc.): To name a few:
· India A History by John Keay
· In Spite of the Gods: The Strange Rise of Modern India by Edward Luce
· http://www.wikipedia.com/
· The World’s History Volume II by Howard Spodek
· Various internet sources for images
Materials needed (markers, scissors, etc): Kohli Bucks (artificial paper money given to students on occasion, allowing them to “purchase” treats—namely candy—in class)
Lesson Outline: Unit 1
Lesson Title: A Glance at History
Date: 27 September 2008
Creator: Keshav Kohli
Subject: Social Studies level 3
Activities and lesson notes: This short lesson, in essence, focuses on the economic, political, and cultural trends that are seen throughout India between the pre-colonial time period—that is, as early as the Indus Valley Civilization— and today. In class, students acquired an understanding of economy, commerce, agriculture, industry, urbanization, gender roles, and the caste system through lectures and engaging student activities. Specific emphasis was placed on the importance of agriculture in early civilizations and the rising presence of technology through town planning efforts. In effect, students have become familiar with social and economic patterns in early societies. This preliminary knowledge will assist them in their future study of modern day economies and political entities.
Sources (websites, books used, etc.): To name a few:
· http://www.sscnet.ucla.edu/
· http://www.wikipedia.com/
· The World’s History Volume II by Howard Spodek
· Various internet sources for images
Materials needed (markers, scissors, etc): None
Date: 27 September 2008
Creator: Keshav Kohli
Subject: Social Studies level 3
Activities and lesson notes: This short lesson, in essence, focuses on the economic, political, and cultural trends that are seen throughout India between the pre-colonial time period—that is, as early as the Indus Valley Civilization— and today. In class, students acquired an understanding of economy, commerce, agriculture, industry, urbanization, gender roles, and the caste system through lectures and engaging student activities. Specific emphasis was placed on the importance of agriculture in early civilizations and the rising presence of technology through town planning efforts. In effect, students have become familiar with social and economic patterns in early societies. This preliminary knowledge will assist them in their future study of modern day economies and political entities.
Sources (websites, books used, etc.): To name a few:
· http://www.sscnet.ucla.edu/
· http://www.wikipedia.com/
· The World’s History Volume II by Howard Spodek
· Various internet sources for images
Materials needed (markers, scissors, etc): None
Monday, September 28, 2009
Welcome!
Hey guys,
This is the Honors SILC Social Studies Lvl 3 class forum, the place where students can share and discuss ideas to further their collective understanding of Indian history and culture. On a weekly basis, students will be required to post once on this forum in response to a question posed and emphasized in class. When necessary, I will mediate discussion and serve as a facilitator of ongoing conversation. Ultimately, we're just here to have a good time and engage in a lively discussion of Indian history.
Note: The class forum has been shifted to www.s1.zetaboards.com/Social_Studies_3
Cheers!
Mr. K
This is the Honors SILC Social Studies Lvl 3 class forum, the place where students can share and discuss ideas to further their collective understanding of Indian history and culture. On a weekly basis, students will be required to post once on this forum in response to a question posed and emphasized in class. When necessary, I will mediate discussion and serve as a facilitator of ongoing conversation. Ultimately, we're just here to have a good time and engage in a lively discussion of Indian history.
Note: The class forum has been shifted to www.s1.zetaboards.com/Social_Studies_3
Cheers!
Mr. K
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