Provide a listing of random historical dates for students and practice putting dates in sequential order. Using print materials, CD-ROM encyclopedias, and Internet sites, students begin research and information gathering relating to Ancient India. While researching, students collect data relevant to bibliography development. After information is gathered and rough draft timeline developed, introduce students to Timeliner 4.0. Students go through tutorial using Timeliner 4.0 manual as a resource.
Students develop their own timelines and include pictures.
A sample rubric appears below. The traits are related to the Oregon Department of Education's reading and writing scoring guides. At the present time, there is not a scoring guide for the social sciences. Reading Comprehension 6 Indicates a thorough and accurate understanding of main ideas and all significant supporting details, including clarification of complexities. 4 Indicates an understanding of the main ideas and relevant and specific supporting details.