We hope those who are well remain so and wish everyone who has fallen ill a speedy recovery.
If you are well we would like you to make a start on the RIO 2016 Olympic Tasks Project below.
Take care,
Middle Syndicate team.
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Knowledge
(finding facts)
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1)
Record the Olympic Creed and explain how the Olympics began.
10 pts
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2)
Choose 2 countries represented in Rio. Research and present:
20 pts
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3)
Keep a running tally of NZ’s medal successes at Rio.
15 pts
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4)
Read this article about the London 2012 Games. List the main points of the article using bullet points. Copy the pictographs into your book and write a few statements about what each graph is showing.
25pts
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Comprehension
(Showing an understanding)
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5)
The Olympic Rings and Torch are important symbols of the games. Describe their history and significance.
15pts
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6)
Choose an Olympic event. Investigate its history, any past NZ successes, and explain what particular skills are necessary to excel.
10pts
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7)
Profile a current NZ Olympian.
Research and present:
20pts
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8)
What are the Paralympics? Research the history of these games and NZ’s involvement.
15pts
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Application
(Using information)
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9)
Create an advertisement for the Rio Olympics targeted at spectators.
10pts
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10)
Choose a historical NZ Olympian. Research them, then produce a front newspaper cover relaying their Olympic experience. Think about the features of newspaper articles, and include pictures if you can. You may like to do this on a computer and print it out.
20pts
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11)
Use the media of your choice to design an Olympic stadium / village. Consider the range of sports that need to be covered, the expected number of spectators, athlete accommodation and parking / transportation. Be ready to discuss your design and answer questions!
40pts
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12)
Choose a paralympian that is representing NZ. What challenges have they faced in their journey to Rio? Which of Piko’s TIPS for success has this athlete demonstrated? Give examples!
30pts
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Analysis
(Breaking it into parts)
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13)
Create a timeline of the Modern Olympic Games. List the locations, notable scandals / occurrences, and map their locations on a world map.
30pts
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14)
Compare and contrast the Ancient and Modern Olympic Games using a Venn diagram.
15pts
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15)
Choose an Olympic event. Research how the sport has evolved, and why. Think about:
25pts
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16)
Debate either the affirmative or negative of the moot “NZ values sport too highly.” Brainstorm or list at least 3 reasons to support your viewpoint, and use evidence to back yourself up. This doesn’t have to be a formal argument, but I need to understand your points clearly.
30pts
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Synthesis
(Coming up with new ideas)
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17)
How has the NZ Olympic Team uniform changed since our involvement in the early 1900s? Design a new uniform that represents our country.
20pts
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18)
Imagine the Olympics were to be held in NZ. Design a logo that is unique to NZ, yet contains the elements traditionally seen on Olympic logos.
15pts
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19)
Invent a new Olympic event by combining the features of 3 current ones. Outline the rules, equipment, and criteria for success.
20pts
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20)
What is the Zika Virus? How has it affected the Rio Games? Create a solution for athletes and spectators to this problem.
15pts
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Evaluation
(Seeing both sides)
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21)
Choose a historical Olympic scandal. Explain what happened and the outcome. Was it appropriately dealt with? Why / Why not?
20pts
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22)
Should NZ consider hosting the Olympic Games? Write a persuasive argument to the NZ government, convincing them of your opinions - remember to structure your work appropriately.
35pts
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23)
List the team events held at this year’s Olympic Games. Should team sports be allowed at the Olympic Games? Why / Why not?
15pts
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24)
Read the linked article. List the pros / cons of the current funding system for athletes. Think about the factors that may stand in the way of a talented sports-person’s success. Do our best athletes always get to attend the Olympics?
30pts
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