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Studying the Olemcs
Kind of Activity:
Research
Objective:
Students will conduct research on the Olmec civilization and present their findings to their peers.
Common Core Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.9
Structure:
This lesson will introduce students to the Olmec civilization and their major contributions. Students will have an opportunity to analyze primary and secondary sources and present their findings to their peers via an oral presentation.
1. Topic Introduction: Open the lesson by introducing the Olmec heads to students. Prepare a short lecture on the topic based on the following article, Olmec Heads of Mexico (1200-400 B.C.?). (10...
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