Cross+Curriculuar+Project


 * Day 3**

Exploring Africa- "Christianity in the Age of Colonialism" []

What role did Christian missionaries play in the spread of Western religion throughout Africa? Why has the rich tradition of Chrisitianity in Africa often remained unknown to Christians in Europe and the Americas? 1) Does geography play a role in the ways different faiths have developed their practices and perspectives? If so, how? If not, why not? 2) How do some religious followers adjust their beliefs over time?
 * Article Reflection Questions-**
 * Closing Reflection-**

"Where the Moors Held Sway, Allah Is Praised Again"
 * Day 1 and 2**

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**Literature Circle Roles**

 * 1) ** Discussion Director ** - Develops questions for the group to discuss
 * 2) ** Vocabulary ** - Chooses words that are difficult or used in an unfamiliar way
 * 3) ** Connector ** - Finds a connection between the story and another book, event in their personal life or the outside world
 * 4) ** Summarizer ** - Prepares a brief summary of the passage
 * 5) ** Investigator ** - Looks up background information related to the piece

Article Questions
a. In what country has the Muslim religion made a comeback, according to the article? b. How has this comeback been received? c. According to the article, what types of individuals in this country have adopted the Muslim faith? d. Who are the Murabutin? e. When did this movement begin in Spain? f. What role does Islam play in the history of Spain? g. How many Muslim converts live in Spain today? h. How many Muslims live in Granada, and how many of these are converts? i. Why are some European Christians resisting the spread of Islam in their towns?

**Homework:**
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 * Research the religions present within the country assigned to you. Begin by visiting this site to identify the religions found in your country:**
 * You will use the research to create a timeline and comparative chart on Monday. Remember you may not have a computer to use on Monday. This will not be accepted as an excuse. Be prepared by finishing your research this weekend.**
 * Resources:**

**Solving the World’s Problems One Continent at a Time**

You are well aware that problems exist throughout the world. There are four major areas of concern that often create conflict and issues for governments, institutions, communities, and the citizens living within those areas. Crime, disease, industrialization, and revolution are broad topics that warrant a closer look.

With your team, identify an area of concern that interests you. Brainstorm specific problems connected to the area of concern. As a team it is your goal to identify a specific problem faced by individual groups, communities, beliefs, governments, or countries within the continent ofAfrica. Throughout the next three days you will identify your problem and attempt to resolve it through creative means.


 * Example:**


 * //Driving Question://** //How do limited resources impact nations throughout Africa?//

//1. Limited resources in desert countries often lead to malnutrition, disease, and sometimes war//


 * //2. Create a plan//** //seeking outside resources, partnerships with other nations, and humanitarian aid//

//3. Develop a **presentation** to give to the World Bank (sliderocket)--> you will present this on Wednesday//