Countries and Cultures Around the World (20142015)

Profe Zimmer, M.Ed.

Email: jenniferzimmer@bwls.net (the BEST way to get in contact with me!)
Phone: 740.965.3766
Welcome to Countries and Cultures Around the World!
I am excited and eager to get to know all of you, while seeing each of you progress in your acquisition of a broader
appreciation for other cultures. This class of travel includes having you make a passport and set off to explore and
discover various countries, its culture, people, customs, holidays and traditions.
Course Materials
In order to get the most out of your class experience, you must bring your materials to class every day.
a. Passport
b. writing utensil
**NOTE** We will be making both the Passports in class.
Grading Policies
a. This is a Pass or Fail course
b. Grades are earned according to overall performance in class
i. In order to pass, one must do the following:
1. Complete weekly journals to the BEST of your ability
2. Thoroughly complete your passport
3. Participate in and complete in the International Fair
4. Complete thoughtfully your final writing assessment
ii. If one of these 4 qualifications are lacking, a Fail will be earned.
In the spirit of fairness and equity, Profe Zimmer reserves the right to amend any classroom policy.

2014-15 International Fair Rubric

Required Information
Heritage:
Travel:
1. Family Name (use the
1. Country Name
surname from the
2. Why do you want to
country you are
travel there?
representing)
3. Things to see (5) w/
2. Picture of Immediate
explanation
Family
4. Pictures of things to
3. Relationship Between
see
Country & Family
(paternal or maternal
grandmother or
grandfather)
4. Country Name
Quick Facts:
1. Capital
2. 5 Largest Cities
3. Population (How does this compare to Sunbury?)
4. Time Zone (also indicate how this relates to
Eastern Standard Time) UTC is 5 hours ahead of
us.
5. Monetary Unit (also provide a picture)
6. Religion(s)
In-Depth Information: (choose 6; write a short
paragraph (2-3 sentences for each)
1. Climate
2. Geography (also provide a picture)
3. Home life
4. 1 Historically Significant Event (also provide a
picture)
5. School life
6. Cuisine
7. Tourism
8. Culture (art, music, sports; also provide a picture)
Personalized Information: (choose 3)
1. Family Story (write a paragraph describing your
familys immigration from this country)
2. Family Vacation Photographs (display
photographs you have from visiting this country)
3. Products (display products you have from this
country, such as costumes, clothing,
instruments, toys, etc., if you dont have
anything play some music)
4. Demonstrate the language (have a written
paragraph introductory)
5. Food (bring in a dish native to this country to
share with Fair viewers)
6. Family Tree (depicting lineage in this country)
7. Photographs of immigrant(s) from your family
8. Interview with immigrant from your family
9. Are there any markets from this country in
Columbus? Any restaurants? Where?
10.Country Map (with your familys city of origin
highlighted / city you want to travel highlighted)
Pictures to Show the Following:

Name: _____________________________
Notes

1. Worldview Map (highlight your country)

2. Map of Country (label capital and 5 largest cities)
3. Countrys Flag