California State Standards Addressed in this Project4.0 Students explain how California became an agricultural and industrial power, tracing the transformation of the California economy and its political and cultural development since the 1850s.. 4.1 Understand the story and lasting influence of the Pony Express, Overland Mail Service, Western Union, and the building of the transcontinental railroad, including the contributions of Chinese workers to its construction. 4.3 Discuss immigration and migration to California between 1850 and 1900, including the diverse composition of those who came; the countries of origin and their relative locations; and conflicts and accords among the diverse groups (e.g., the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act). 4.5 Discuss the effects of the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl, and World War II on California. 4.6 Describe the development and locations of new industries since the nineteenth century, such as the aerospace industry, electronics industry, large-scale commercial agriculture and irrigation projects, the oil and automobile industries, communications and defense industries, and important trade links with the Pacific Basin. 4.7 Trace the evolution of California's water system into a network of dams, aqueducts, and reservoirs. |
National Educational Technology Standards for Students Addressed in this Project1.0 Creativity and Innovation Students demonstrate creative
thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. 1.a Students apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes. 1.b Students create original works as a means of personal or group expression. 1.c Students use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues. 1.d Students identify trends and forecast possibilities. 3.0 Research and Information Fluency Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. 3.b Students locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media. |