Magical+Mystery+Tour

"Magical Mystery Tour - The 60s Through the Eyes of Those Who Were There!" High School
Ann Lumm, Educational Technology Consultant, Isaac Elementary School District

Essential Question - How does the past affect our future?
 **Standards** **:** **Social Studies** Strand 1- American History Concept 1: Research Skills for History PO 5. Evaluate primary and secondary sources for: a. authors’ main points b. purpose and perspective c. facts vs. opinions d. different points of view on the same historical event (e.g., Geography Concept 6 – geographical perspective can be different from economic perspective) e. credibility and validity PO 6. Apply the skills of historical analysis to current social, political, geographic, and economic issues facing the world. PO 7. Compare present events with past events: a. cause and effect b. change over time

**21st Century Skills** • Communication Skills—Understanding, managing, and creating effective oral, written, and multimedia communication in a variety of forms and contexts • Critical Thinking and Systems Thinking—Exercising sound reasoning in understanding and making complex choices; understanding the interconnections among systems • Information and Media Literacy Skills—Analyzing, accessing, managing, integrating, evaluating, and creating information in a variety of forms and media • Interpersonal and Collaborative Skills—Demonstrating teamwork and leadership; adapting to varied roles and responsibilities; working productively with others; exercising empathy; respecting diverse perspectives • Self-Direction—Monitoring one's own understanding and learning needs; locating appropriate resources; transferring learning from one domain to another

**Project Directions**

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