They will use the internet for at least three references. They may also use books, magazines, encyclopedias, etc. as other sources. Students will also draw a map showing how the Black Death spread along trade routes. Students will describe on a map the spread of the Black Death from Central Asia to China, the Middle East, and Europe, and analyze its impact on global population. Students use books, encyclopedias and internet to research the Black Death and summarize the information they found on index cards.
Students write their research paper, which includes the six paragraphs listed above in the overview.
Students peer edit their papers. Students write their final draft. Students make their map of the path of the Black Death. Students write their bibliography and title page.