Name _______________________________
LEGACY OF ROME PROJECT
The Roman Empire had a tremendous impact on world history, and still does
even many years after its fall. In this project, you will choose from many different
ways to represent some of the many achievements of the Roman Empire.
Option 1 - Roman Architecture and Engineering Models
From aqueducts to domes and arches to over 50,000 miles of
roads, the Romans were amazing builders. Choose two of the Roman
achievements and create models that represent them. You can build a
road out of any material you like, but be sure to show the many different
layers. Include a map which shows where the roads went in the empire.
Or you may build models of arches or aqueducts. Or you can even
design a Roman-style vacation villa that includes arches, domes and
other features of Roman architecture. Whichever option you choose,
you must have a brief written explanation of these achievements and
their legacy -- where they are found today. (1-3 people)
OPTION 2 – The Byzantine Empire
After the Western Roman Empire fell, the Byzantine Empire
survived for 1000 more years. Find out about this empire by
researching some of its best leaders (such as Diocletian, Constantine,
and Justinian), as well as it’s legacy (buildings, mosaics, code of laws,
etc.). Then you can choose to present this information in any way you
choose, but it must contain both visuals and text. (2-4 people)
OPTION 3 –Glog of Roman Achievements
Learn how to use Glogster to create a Glog, which is a digital
interactive poster (a great alternative to Power Point). Your Glog will
include pictures, relevant video links, even music and of course text to
explain Roman Achievements in building, government, language and
numbers. (1-3 people)
OPTION 4 – Famous Roman Leaders
Julius Caesar, Augustus, Tiberius, Marius, Gaius Gracchus,
Diocletian -- these are just a few of the Roman leaders we studied so far
this year. Choose at least three influential leaders in Rome’s history
and explain their impact in one of the following ways: a Glog, a talk
show that goes back in time or brings leaders back, or you can try
Voki.com. Voki allows you to create different avatars who explain
information. Decide which leaders you want to include, create your
avatars, and let them tell the information. (1-4 people)
OPTION 5 – CREATE YOUR OWN PROJECT
In this option, you would come up with your own idea to show
what you have learned about the legacy of the Roman Empire. Possible
ideas include a Prezi, Go Animate cartoon, skit or other idea of your
choice. This option must be approved by your teacher.
HERE’S HOW IT WILL WORK
We will work in the library for three days, and you will have to do
your part at home. When you choose partners, make sure they are
people you know you can work well with and can get together with if
needed outside of school. Use your notes, textbook, books from the
library and reliable online sources to find your information. This
project will count as a test grade and will be due on Friday, October
25th. A detailed rubric will follow.
Have fun and be creative!