# Objectives and Goals

- Explain how the environment influences human settlement.
- Identify the elements of civilization.

## Essential Question(s)

- Why do civilizations develop in certain locations?
- What are the characteristics of a civilization?
- How do we experience civilization today?

## Lesson Format

This lesson is designed to be completed entirely online within the Canvas learning management system. The lesson should take approximately 90 minutes to complete. Students will work both collaboratively on discussion boards and independently. Students will submit work products digitally through Canvas.

## Procedure

1. Analyze a physical map and choose a place to settle down and explain your choice. - 10 minutes
2. Explore locations of ancient civilizations and learn how farming changed human settlement. - 10 minutes
3. Read about two ancient civilizations to develop a definition of civilization. - 30 minutes
4. Create a PERSIA graphic organizer on the civilization you live in today. - 30 minutes
5. Respond to questions about the similarities and differences between ancient civilizations and your own. - 10 minutes