Riel_and_Manitoba

Louis Riel and the Metis Rebellion
Deadline for project: Friday, June 12th

"Is Louis Riel A Canadian Hero or is he a Traitor to his country?" "Was the Red River Incidence a Rebellion or a Resistance?"
 * Guiding Questions**--> Justify the following with evidence and opinion:

a. Learn about Metis Culture (website, see below) b. Research the causes and effects of the Red River & Northwest Rebellions (Flashback Canda textbook, and websites) c. Find out Why Aboriginal Peoples signed Treaties (Flashback Canada textbook) d. Decide whether Louis Riel's actions were justified or not. Is he a hero? (Louis Riel graphic novel)
 * In this Unit we Will:**

You are a student intern for the Assiniboine Museum Project. They want you to research and create a multimedia exhibit for students to tell the story of Manitoba, and the Metis people. Use voicethread or windows movie maker to create the story of the Metis, including the Red River and Northwest Rebellions, and Louie Riel himself. Answer the guiding questions within your presentation.
 * Multimedia Project**:

1. Find several photos to illustrate your story and your case for the Metis people and Louis Riel 2. Find a music resource that corresponds with the culture 3. Write a "script" and voice record it, then add it to to the project.
 * What to do:**

1. Depth of Research (at least three documented resources, and evidence of collected notes) 2. Clarity and Effective use of Multimedia (photos, music, voice) 3. Quality and Effort (editing, titling, transitions, photo & music choice) 4. Takes a Historical Position that is justified through effective research 5. Tells a narrative that is engaging and humanizing.
 * Criteria:**

1. Flashback Canada Textbook (available in library) 2. Louis Riel graphic novel (available in library) 3. Metis websites: [] 4. Interview Trevor Palmer, gr. 10 student (optional)
 * Resources:**