The White Man's Burden

Today we will read the poem "The White Man's Burden" (p.272) and some responses to the poem: "The Burden of Proof" (p.274) and "The Real White Man's Burden" (p.275)

We will then discuss whether the British Raj was a Blessing or a Curse for India.

Here are your groups:

Period 2 -

Group #1 Adam S Andy H Ari W. Josh W.

Group #2 Vlada W Eliza M Russell H Samantha S

Group #3 Annabelle G Grace S Maggie G Lexi S

Group #4 Julia D. Warner V. Paige K. Ko V.

Group #5 Lauren B. Seth C. Ally G Tommy H.

Period 4 -

Group #1 Isaac K Megan D Bree K Brendan B Blake

Group #2 Trevor J Emma S Andrew K Jessica A

Group #3 Hannah D Emily C Pam I Frankie

Group #4 Abby G Jimmy C Joey K Brianna K

Group #5 Abbie W Mickey S Ellie K Shira B Chloe

British Rule of India

Today we will begin discussing British rule of India by reading Minute by the Hon'ble
T. B. Macaulay and answering the questions (CP p.264-266)

We will then read about the Great Rebellion of 1857
and watch video of The Great Rebellion from PBS Story of India series (p.268-269).

Finally, we will begin reading and analyzing “The White Man’s Burden” (CP p.272)

For homework, read the story “Shooting An Elephant” and answer  the questions.
It might be easier to print the story. You can either hand-write or type your
answers to the questions. The questions are due on Monday.

The Mughal Empire

We will begin today by watching first 10 minutes of
“Story of India: Spice Routes and Silk Roads” You will take notes, but focus mostly of the
visuals of this clip. It is rare to see people living as they did thousands of years ago.
It’s important to note that the people of the Roman Empire recognized
the advancement of the Indian Civilization in a way that the British will not.

Next, we will watch “Story of India: Meeting of Two Oceans”, chapters 4-6 to learn
more about the Mughal Empire in India.

No homework for tomorrow.

Inclusivists vs. Exclusivists

Today we will finish our viewing of “Inside the Koran” by watching parts 6 and 7,
continuing with the notes on p.254-256.

We will then discuss the homework article, focusing on the idea Inclusivists vs. Exclusivists

We will watch the spoken word of two young inclusivists: Brave New Voices.

For homework, read and take notes (on a separate piece of paper) on the Mughal Empire in India (section 3 - p.516-521).

Islam

Today we will continue with the Introduction to Islam, focusing on the Five Pillars of Islam.

We will then watch portions of the documentary, Inside the Koran (CP p.252-256). (Part 4, The Golden Age, begins at 29:18.)

For homework, highlight and annotate "South Asia: A Battleground Between Muslims and Hindus" (CP p.258-261) and complete the chart (CP p.262-263)

Introduction to Islam

Today we will begin our Introduction to Islam.

For homework,  watch the Ted Talk: Mustafa Akyol: Faith versus tradition in Islam. After watching, write a one paragraph summary and a one paragraph response to the talk.

Hinduism (continued)

Today we will finish our Introduction to Hinduism.

For homework, highlight and annotate the "8 Things I Wish Everyone Knew About Hinduism" (handed out in class). On the back of the handout, complete your reflections on Hinduism (open format).

Hinduism

Today we will continue our exploration of Hinduism.

For homework, watch The History of Hindu India and take detailed notes.

Sharing of Influential People

Today we will share what we have learned about the Influential People of South Asia.

Under your class's document, enter what you find to be the most interesting 1-2 facts about your person. Once everyone has entered their facts, read through the list.

• Period 2 Sharing
• Period 4 Sharing 

Next, we will view each other's images related to these people.

From the list of facts and the images: What stands out to you? What do you find surprising? How does this impact your perceptions of this region?

Once we have finished sharing, we will move onto our introduction to Islam and Hinduism and the influence these religions have had on the region.

For homework:
Watch and take detailed notes on The five major world religions - John Bellaimey.
(It's only 11 min. It's a little boring but very informative, and will give you a good basis for what we are going to talk about next week!)

Influential People Of South Asia

This week, we will be learning about some of the people who have had the greatest impact on South Asia in recent times. These people are politicians, actors, social activists, etc. First individually, and then as a class, we will learn more about these people and the impact they have had.

Influential People of South Asia Assignment 

Individual People Assignments

Notetaker

We will work on this in class on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The project is due on Friday. You will bring your visual and your written portion to class; you must also upload your written portion to turnitin.com.