NATIVE AMERICAN INDIANS An Examination of their Struggles: Current & Historic Native American Indians have experienced a variety of hardships throughout their history. They continue to struggle in todays society and without assistance the Native American could be lost. PICTUREPICTURE Introduction This Web Quest will give student directed groups an opportunity to research the struggles of Native American Indians throughout history and evaluate current issues within their culture today. Students will use what they learn to develop a plan for a brighter future for Native Americans. PICTUREPICTURE Task Instructions and questions are provided in this section to facilitate student thinking and learning. PICTUREPICTURE Process Exploring History In order to better understand their culture and hardships we will begin with researching their first interactions with the British/ English Colonists. Answer the questions below using the corresponding links to find information. Diseases brought to America by English settlers killed a large percentage of Indians. What diseases? Which was the worst? Why were Indians so susceptible to the new diseases? Link: Fur Trapper WebsiteFur Trapper Website The Indians first attacked British to begin King Phillips War of What was his Goal for fighting the British? Both sides were greatly affected in this bloody war. Which side (colonists or Indians) were able to recover from the losses and rebuild? Link: Colebrook Historical SocietyColebrook Historical Society The French and Indian War was mainly between the Franch and British concerning Territory and Trade. How were the Indians affected by the war? Link: US HistoryUS History Exploring History Continued Read the Overview of the Indian Removal Act and List possible motives of the U.S. Government to remove the Indians from their land, also list ways that this was detrimental to the Indians, specifically the Cherokee. Link: Indian Removal ActIndian Removal Act During the late 1800s and continuing into the 1900s the U.S. Government moved Indians onto reservations. How close were these reservations to their natural home? How similar were they to their natural lands? Link: ReservationsReservations The Government has also tried to assimilate Indians into American Society to make them full citizens of the United States. Is this/ has this worked? Why or why not? Link: AssimilationAssimilation Where do 70% of todays Indians live? Link: HeritageHeritage Exploring Current Events Using the following link, search current policies, and briefly describe what the U.S. Government is Currently doing for Native Americans. Record your findings.Now continue your search to explore the different Organizations that support Indians, you may use a search engine to find additional resources. Record your findings. Exploring Current Events Continued With your knowledge of American Indians locate and discuss two similar articles of choice from resources in the right column. Record your findings. Your discussion should be very through (keep this in mind when choosing articles) and include: Possible causes of the problem How long has it been a problem Side effects How will it affect their culture How it will affect future generations What has been done to address the problem Is a specific group taking action Have other Cultures/ Societies experienced similar issues What are possible outcomes Healthcare Variety of Articles Education Cultural Struggle Indian Newspaper- Searchable Articles PICTURE Evaluation Evaluation Criteria Presentation Presentation shows the plight of the Native American people that the group has chosen, as well as given background into this issue and the history of the Native American people. Presentation shows the plight of the Native American people that the group has chosen, but doe not give back ground into this issue or the history of the Native American people. Presentation shows the plight of the Native American people that the group has chosen, as well as given background into this issue but doe not give the history of the Native American people. Group Work Grammar, Organization, and Reference Everyone in the group participated in the presentation and had a clear role Not everyone in the group participated in the presentation or had a clear role Only one person in the group participated in the presentation and had a clear role Less then 3 grammatical, reference, or organizational errors More than 3 but less than 7 grammatical, reference, or organizational errors More that 7grammatical, reference, or organizational errors ADVANCED 5ptsEXPERIENCED 3pts BEGINNER 1pt PICTURE Conclusion Conclusive Project Using notes and information gathered from this Web Quest and the current events articles your group choose, develop a comprehensive plan for solving these issues within the Indian culture. Consider budget, funding, willingness to participate, outside support, changing governmental policies, timeline for your plan, organizations to participate, how to preserve their culture/ knowledge/ skills, local action in communities across the U.S., etc. The plan may have a timeline of several years, depending on the issue. Your group should analyze the problem and synthesize a solution pulling information from available resources and existing knowledge. A conclusive presentation will be required to share your understanding, findings, and comprehensive plan with your peers. The use of technology and graphics to support your presentation is encouraged. Presentation should include plenty of background information on the issues and should be an equal effort between all group members. Interested in Doing More? To share your findings and comprehensive plan, you can contact the Native American Heritage Association, (NAHA) at: Native American Heritage Association If you are still interested in helping the Native American People you can do more by contacting: Native American Heritage Association Native American Heritage Association Native relief Charities Native relief Charities American Indian Prevention Coalition 4 Wellness American Indian Prevention Coalition 4 Wellness This Web Quest was developed by: Nichole Grant, Heather Covil, and Travis Ullum. PICTUREPICTURE Credits