Divide the class into six groups. The history of the Ancient Olympics 2. The events, decisions and people involved in the move to reopen the Olympic games in 1896 3. The criteria and decision-making process for choosing Olympic sites 6. Each group should work to create a list of research questions to answer, and then organize itself to complete the research.
Students begin their research in class.
Groups will organize their research into visual or multimedia presentations to create an exhibition about the history of the Olympics. Olympic athletes say medals are not that important compared to the spirit of competition and International goodwill. Students will be evaluated based on written journal entries, participation in class and small group discussions, and presentations on material learned during research activity. Study the history of Japanese teams at the Olympics. Make a world map, showing where the games have been held since 1896.