2 modern history research assignments

In order to complete this assignment, select ​one​ of the following choices:

1. The Pacific Rim​ (including but not limited to Micronesia, Polynesia, New Zealand, and New Guinea) - choose ​one​ area in Oceania that interests you. Do some basic research and address the investigative questions of who, what, when, and where about the area. Then, address the

how and why component related to the influence and impact of this area on the world.

​OR

2. Australia​ - Do some basic research and address the investigative questions of who, what, when, and where about the country, including native peoples and the role of "outside"

explorers. Then, address the how and why component related to the influence and impact of

this country on the world.

This is a 20 point assignment, so review the assignment expectations before submitting your

work. You have the freedom to submit your work as a document (Word/Google Doc),

PowerPoint/Slides, Prezi, or as a video. Choose to be creative with your submission.

Rubric - 20 marks

- Basic information of the choice (who, what, when, where) (8 marks - Influence and impact of the choice (why, why) (7 marks

- Creativity, aesthetics, organization, and professionalism of submitted work (5 marks