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Using a graphic organizer of your choice, create a basic outline for a social studies theme that could be taught over the course of one month or longer.

Choose a topic that includes two or three units that flow in an orderly sequence. Display the unit titles in the graphic organizer with lesson titles, topics, and objectives that are aligned to the standards. Full lesson plans are not required.

Create a rationale statement as well as a student-friendly title for the entire theme.

Include sections on your graphic organizer for culminating activity ideas, field trips, guest speakers, and other resources, including literature.

Design at least two authentic assessments that address your topic; one formative and one summative.

1 Unsatisfactory 0.00%	2 Less Than Satisfactory 65.00%	3 Satisfactory 75.00%	4 Good 85.00%	5 Excellent 100.00%
70.0 %Content
60.0 % Social Studies Thematic Unit	The thematic plan is missing many of the required components. The activities are missing, weak, or incomplete. Skills and activities are not grade appropriate.	The thematic plan consists of most of the required components. Attention to detail is minimal, underdeveloped, or inappropriate for teaching. Skills and activities are mostly grade appropriate. Assessments are inappropriate.	The thematic plan consists of all the required components. The activities develop ways to build speed and accuracy with text. Activities are appropriate for grade level and encourage participation. Assessments are appropriate, but not comprehensive.	All thematic plan components are addressed. The skills and activities are thoughtfully developed and provide meaningful practice with familiar text. The activities are fun, interactive, and creative. Assessments are appropriate and comprehensive.	All thematic plan components are addressed. Exceptionally organized activities that create multiple and meaningful opportunities to practice. Activities are engaging. Assessments are appropriate, comprehensive and elicit higher order thinking.
10.0 % Rationale Statement	Missing or incomplete rationale statement.	Rationale statement is confusing/incoherent.	Rationale statement is clear and coherent.	Rationale statement is clear, coherent, and cohesive.	Rationale statement is clear, coherent and demonstrates critical thinking skills.
10.0 %Concept
10.0 % Concept	Main concept of the thematic unit is not clearly identified, and sub-concepts do not consistently branch from the main idea.	Main concept of the thematic unit is not clearly identified, and few sub-concepts branch appropriately. Limited understanding of assignment is apparent.	Main concept of the thematic unit is easily identified, and few sub-concepts branch from the main idea. Only a basic understanding of assignment is present.	Main concept of the thematic unit is easily identified and most sub-concepts branch from the main idea. An original and creative concept fulfills the parameters of assignment.	Main concept of the thematic unit is easily identified, and sub-concepts branch appropriately from the main idea. Projects exhibit the process of creative thinking and the development of an individual style.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness
10.0 % Organization	Organization and structure is fragmented and detract from the writer’s message.	Organization and structure detract from the writer’s message.	Structure is somewhat easy to follow.	Structure is clear and easy to follow.	Structure is clear and easy to follow. Writer has command of organizational skills.
10.0 % Grammar and Mechanics	Paper contains numerous grammar, punctuation, spelling, and word choice errors. Language uses jargon or conversational tone.	Paper contains few grammar, punctuation, spelling, and word choice errors. Language lacks clarity or includes the use of some jargon or conversational tone.	Rules of grammar usage and punctuation are followed; most spelling and word choices are correct. Adequate use of language and sentence structure.	Rules of grammar usage and punctuation are followed; spelling and word choices are correct. Language is clear and precise; sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.	Rules of grammar usage and punctuation are followed. Language is sophisticated and sentences display consistently strong, varied structure.
100 % Total Weightage