M2G11 The History of Imperialism and Colonialism in the World

THE HISTORY OF
IMPERIALISM AND
COLONIALISM IN
THE WORLD

Global Context: Orientation Space And Time

Key Concept: Global Interaction

Related Concepts: Power, Identity, Innovation

Statement of Inquiry: The dynamics of imperialism and colonialism,
motivated by the quest for power and resources, have deeply
influenced political, social and economic landscapes around the world,
shaping identities and interactions over time.

FRAMEWORK MYP

BACKGROUND OF EUROPEAN IMPERIALISM

Industrial Revolution

Civilizing Mission

Nationalism

Created a demand

for raw materials
and new markets.

European nations

sought to

demonstrate their

power and
superiority.

Moral justification to

spread European

religion, culture, and

civilization.

EUROPEAN IMPERIALISM

British Empire
Prusia Empire
French
Empire

Extensive control
over territories in

Africa, Asia, and the

Americas.

Expanded its influence

in North Africa and

Southeast Asia.

Colonies in Africa and

the Pacific.

Dutch Empire

Controlled Indonesia
(Dutch East Indies).

ITS TIME TO PROJECT

WHAT TIME IS IT ?

UNIT 1 PROJECT: COLONIALISM AND IMPERIALISM

We will undertake Unit 1 Project with the topics of Colonialism and Imperialism. This project will run for 3 weeks,
from July 26, 2024, to August 9, 2024. In this project, you will create a gameboard with the theme of colonialism
and imperialism.

Realizing Concepts

In this phase, you will start

bringing your ideas to life. Work
on the design of the gameboard,

prepare the information to be

included, and begin creating the

tutorial or instructions for the

game.

Brainstorming Concepts

During this meeting, you will
discuss and formulate ideas
for your gameboard. Focus on

the theme, game elements,

and how to present

information about colonialism

and imperialism.

Implementation

In the final meeting, you will
complete and present your
gameboard. Ensure that all
elements are functional and

ready for use.

Week One

Week Two

Week Three

Project Phases

PROJECT GOALS

The goals of this project are:

To understand the impacts and consequences of colonialism and imperialism
through an interactive and creative experience.

1.

To develop skills in designing an educational game that is informative and
engaging.

2.

To showcase your project at the learning celebration.

3.

To provide an opportunity to sell your creations to friends.

4.

To explore potential collaborations with board game brands both domestically and
internationally.

5.

Educational content that

presents facts, concepts, and

impacts of colonialism and

imperialism.

An engaging and informative

visual design of the

gameboard about colonialism

and imperialism.

Clear instructions on how to play

the gameboard and utilize the

information presented.

Gameboard (Visual)

Information

Game Instructions

Project Components

Accuracy and depth of the

information presented about
colonialism and imperialism,
and its relevance to the game

theme.

Content Quality

Assessment Criteria:

Creativity, aesthetics, and

readability of the gameboard

design, and how well the visuals

support understanding of the

topic.

Visual Design

How well the tutorial or game
instructions guide players in

playing the game and

understanding the material

presented.

Functionality and

Usability

The extent to which the

information provided in the
gameboard covers various
aspects of colonialism and

imperialism, and the depth of
explanation of relevant topics.

Information

Completeness

GAMEBOARD EXAMPLE

PANDEMIC

SNAKES AND LADDERS

FIRE TOWER

MONOPOLY

WEREWOLF

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