Introduction

__**Religions of Asia**__ (retrieved from 6/1/11)

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Welcome to our online learning module on the religions of South and East Asia! We will be using online resources and learning tools to investigate the diversity of religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Shintoism, and the philosophy of Confucianism. Since you can access this from anywhere, normal classroom rules apply concerning etiquette and behavior, so be a responsible digital citizen! Lets go ahead and begin with our two week study. If you have any questions use the discussion tab above to pose questions about the content that we are learning. If you would like to do a quick self-assessment of your multiple intelligences take this inventory to see how you might learn best throughout the module.=====

Georgia Performance Standard:
SS7G12 The student will analyze the diverse cultures of the people who live in Southern and Eastern Asia. a. Explain the differences between an ethnic group and a religious group. b. Compare and contrast the prominent religions in Southern and Eastern Asia: Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Shintoism and the philosophy of Confucianism.

** Here is what our schedule will look like: **
SS7G12a and SS7G12b How is an ethnic group different from a religious group ? || Why does religion exist? How does religion affect the way of life of a group of people? How do you think trade and conquest contributed to this spread? || Use links to discover the similarities and differences between the religions of South and East Asia. Complete a graphic organizer using your research. || Use links to discover the similarities and differences between the religions of South and East Asia. Complete a graphic organizer using your research. || Introduction and begin to plan culminating project with a partner. Divide up the work and get started. See rubric for grading requirements. || Work on project. Submit questions and what you have accomplished using the discussion board. || Work on project. Submit questions and what you have accomplished using the discussion board. || Finish projects and submit links through the discussion board. || Project presentations || Last day of presentations ||
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