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Directions:

1. Students will break up into groups of no more than 3.

2. Each group will create a presentation/PowerPoint analyzing the historical background of the 3 Unrecognized States discussed in the notes: Palestine, Kosovo, and Taiwan.

3. Each student in the group will research the information (we have provided prompts below) from the resourcan we have provided below.

4. The project should be one presentation that is at least 12 slides in length. Each student will create at least 4 slides of their own. The first slide will introduce the unrecognized state and have the name of the student who worked on this region.

5. This project will be due Monday, March 3d at the beginning of your class. It should be uploaded into Canvas,Slide Layouts

Map Current outlook and Historical Mop. You may use 2 slides

Primary Source: Respond to the prompts by looking at the who, what, when, where, and why of what is taking ploce

A primary source is a first-hand account or original document created by someone who directly participated in or witnessed an event, providing the most direct evidence about a topic without interpretation or commentary.

Background: You will look at 2. different perspectives to compare and contrast the views of what is happening in each region. One view w be a support, the other will be in opposition to the region. This can take multiple slides if needed,Maps/Primary Source Picture

Current map of each unrecognized state.

Historical map of each unrecognized state.

Primary Source Account

Who: Explain the views of the author (for the unrecognized state or against).

What: Discuss the event happening in the source.

When: Explain the importance of the date the document was written.

Where: Discuss the areas that are involved. Are there any 3 ^ (rd) parties? What is their role?

Why: Discuss what led to the event in the source.Background: 2 views

State View (a supporter of the unrecognized state)

Opposition View (an oppositional view of the unrecognized state)

Who: Explain who is involved in the conflict. Are they countries, religious groups, or ethnic groups?

What: Discuss events that have led to conflict. Explain the current outlook of the area.

When: Discuss important dates that are involved.

Where: Explain the area that is the center of the conflict.

Why: Explain the purpose behind the conflict.

MAKE EVERYTHING SEEM LIKE IT WAS WRITTEN BY A 9TH GRADER!! MAKE IT SIMPLE AND SHORT!!

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Presentation Outline on Unrecognized States: Palestine, Kosovo, and Taiwan

Slide 1: Title Slide

  • Title: Unrecognized States: Palestine, Kosovo, and Taiwan
  • Group Members: [Your Names]
  • Date: March 3rd

Slide 2: Introduction to Palestine

  • Name of Student: [Your Name]
  • Short Overview: Palestine is located in the Middle East and has a rich history filled with conflict, especially regarding its land and rights to sovereignty.

Slide 3: Current Map of Palestine

  • Image of the current map showing Palestine and surrounding areas.
  • Caption: Current Map of Palestine

Slide 4: Historical Map of Palestine

  • Image of the historical map showing changes over time.
  • Caption: Historical Map of Palestine

Slide 5: Primary Source Account for Palestine

  • Who: Author is a Palestinian activist.
  • What: The author recalls experiences of displacement due to conflict.
  • When: The document was created in 2020, reflecting recent struggles.
  • Where: Focuses on the West Bank and Gaza Strip, areas under conflict.
  • Why: This source shows the ongoing impact of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on people’s lives.

Slide 6: Supportive View for Palestine

  • Who: Supporters of Palestinian statehood (like many Arab nations).
  • What: They believe Palestinians deserve their own independent state.
  • When: The push for recognition started in the 20th century.
  • Where: The conflict mostly centers around the West Bank and Gaza.
  • Why: They see it as a matter of human rights and historical claims.

Slide 7: Opposing View on Palestine

  • Who: Supporters of Israel.
  • What: They argue that Israel's existence as a state must be preserved.
  • When: Many incidents date back to the creation of Israel in 1948.
  • Where: Mainly from Israel, but also includes international supporters.
  • Why: They believe in the safety and security of Israel against threats.

Slide 8: Introduction to Kosovo

  • Name of Student: [Your Name]
  • Short Overview: Kosovo is a territory in Southeast Europe that declared independence from Serbia in 2008, but not all countries recognize it.

Slide 9: Current Map of Kosovo

  • Image of the current map of Kosovo.
  • Caption: Current Map of Kosovo

Slide 10: Historical Map of Kosovo

  • Image of the historical map showing changes over time.
  • Caption: Historical Map of Kosovo

Slide 11: Primary Source Account for Kosovo

  • Who: Author is a Kosovo Albanian politician.
  • What: Discusses the declaration of independence in 2008.
  • When: Written in 2008 when Kosovo declared independence.
  • Where: Focuses on land that used to be part of Serbia.
  • Why: Represents the desire for self-determination and independence.

Slide 12: Supportive View for Kosovo

  • Who: Albanian Kosovars and their supporters.
  • What: They believe Kosovo has a right to self-govern and be independent.
  • When: The movement began in the 1980s, reaching a peak in 2008.
  • Where: Centered in Kosovo.
  • Why: They seek freedom from Serbian control and recognition.

Slide 13: Opposing View on Kosovo

  • Who: Serbian government and its supporters.
  • What: They argue Kosovo is still a part of Serbia.
  • When: Conflicts renewed after the 1999 war.
  • Where: Both Serbia and Kosovo are involved.
  • Why: They believe that Kosovo’s independence threatens Serbia’s integrity.

Slide 14: Introduction to Taiwan

  • Name of Student: [Your Name]
  • Short Overview: Taiwan is a self-governed island off the coast of China but is claimed by China as a part of its territory.

Slide 15: Current Map of Taiwan

  • Image of the current map of Taiwan.
  • Caption: Current Map of Taiwan

Slide 16: Historical Map of Taiwan

  • Image of the historical map showing changes over time.
  • Caption: Historical Map of Taiwan

Slide 17: Primary Source Account for Taiwan

  • Who: Author is a Taiwanese government official.
  • What: Discusses Taiwan’s plans for future independence.
  • When: Written in 2021 amid rising tensions with China.
  • Where: Focuses on Taiwan, with China as the opposing force.
  • Why: Shows the ongoing struggle for both recognition and independence.

Slide 18: Supportive View for Taiwan

  • Who: Political leaders and citizens in Taiwan.
  • What: They believe Taiwan should be recognized as a sovereign state.
  • When: Growing sentiment since the 1990s.
  • Where: Taiwan.
  • Why: They claim the right to self-determination and democracy.

Slide 19: Opposing View on Taiwan

  • Who: Chinese government.
  • What: They consider Taiwan a breakaway province.
  • When: Claims have been consistent since the end of the Chinese Civil War in 1949.
  • Where: Involves both Taiwan and mainland China.
  • Why: They believe in maintaining national unity and territorial integrity.

Slide 20: Conclusion

  • Summary: Each unrecognized state faces unique challenges and has diverse perspectives regarding their legitimacy and rights to sovereignty. Understanding these viewpoints helps us grasp the complexities of international relations and identity.

Slide 21: References

  • List of sources used for maps and primary sources for Palestine, Kosovo, and Taiwan.

This presentation format keeps information clear and organized, suitable for a 9th-grade understanding while providing comprehensive coverage of the topics. Good luck with your project!