Introduction
Discover Tuscany!
Tuscany is a region in central Italy. Its capital, Florence, is home to some of the world’s most recognizable Renaissance art and architecture, including Michelangelo’s "David" statue.
You are tasked with learning more about this historic region by watching the provided videos and reflecting on the geographical and cultural differences you see in the videos compared to your home state by using the provided links only.
Further please be reminded that you are using the school's internet and computers and must therefore act in accordance with the AUP/RUP that follows.
Responsible Use Policy
- First and foremost, I accept that using computers and accessing the Internet is an educational advantage afforded me by the Medford Public School District and that inappropriate use of computers may result in my loss of their utilization and other possible disciplinary action.
- I accept that the primary use of computer resources and the Internet is to support research and education.
- I agree that I will use the access provided here responsibly and with full regard to the safety, security, and privacy of all other users, devices, and resources.
- I will promptly disclose to my teacher or other school employee any message or information that I receive that is inappropriate or makes me feel uncomfortable.
Netiquette
- I will use kind words and be considerate of my peers when navigating the web / social media.
- I will keep my language clean, inoffensive and appropriate to the task at hand.
- I will remember that if I should not say it out loud in class, then I should not write it in any communications online.
Safety & Privacy
- I will not share my username and/or password for accessing the MHS Network, nor any of my personal accounts.
- I will not reveal my full name or any other identifying details about myself, my peers, or other members of the MHS community.
- I understand that e-mails are not considered private, but at like postcards and anyone could read them.
Use of Personal Devices
- I know I am not supposed to use my personal technological devices unless my teacher gives me permission.
- If my teacher allows me to use my cellphone, tablet, laptop, etc., I will use it as if it were school property in the spirit of this Acceptable Use Policy.
Use of School Computers
- I will treat the school computers with the caution and care as if they were my own
- I will not attempt to access any other devices that are not my own
- I will not make any changes to the configuration of the device I am using
- I agree to be mindful of the cultural sensitivities of others while using the MHS network/portal so as not to provoke reaction or offense, and that I will not intentionally access pornographic, graphically violent, hateful, or other offensive material (as deemed by MHS webmaster) regardless of others´ sensitivities.
Plagiarism
- I will not use any translation services / devices-- for example, but not limited to: google translate
- I will embrace WordReference
- I will give credit where credit is due
- I will ask my teacher for clarification if I am unsure of the difference between translator and dictionary
Piracy
- I will not download or install any software with inappropriate material on school technology.
Consequences
- I understand that if I do not uphold my responsibility to the Acceptable Use Policy, there will be consequences.
- If I plagiarize once, I will receive a zero on the assignment and my parent/guardian will be contacted for a meeting.
- If I plagiarize twice, I will receive a zero on the assignment, my parent/guardian will be contacted for a meeting with the Assistant Principal and there will be further disciplinary / social repercussions.
- If I abuse the MHS online portal or tamper with any school provided technology, I will first loose my technology privileges.
- I understand that there may be more serious consequences according to state and federal law depending on the severity of the possible crime I may be found guilty of.
- I will not damage any MHS property because I will be financially responsible for repairing or replacing the item damaged.
Task
Questions
- What type of trees were planted in Chieti to slow the erosion of its' clay hills?
- What are farmhouse b&b's called in Tuscany?
- What is the name of the local favorite pasta of Tuscany?
- What is the largest city in Tuscany?
- What is the name of the famous horse race hosted in Siena?
- How many steps must you climb to reach the top of the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
- Where can you find Michelangelo's David sculpture?
- What was the name of the wealthy banking family that ruled Florence for ages?
- What is the name of the largest cathedral in Florence?
- What monastery in Florence hosts the greatest collection of Fra Angelico paintings?
- What is the name of the most prominent art gallery in Florence?
Process
The following resources provide all of the information necessary in order to complete the task of answering each question.
You must not use any resources outside of the links provided here.
Resource #1: Tuscany, Italy: Chianti Wine and Crete Senesi Regions
Resource #2: Tuscany Travel Guide by Rick Steves
https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/italy/tuscany
Resource #3: Florence: Heart of the Renaissance
Evaluation
Answers
- What type of trees were planted in Chieti to slow the erosion of its' clay hills?
- Cypress
- What are farmhouse b&b's called in Tuscany?
- Agriturismo
- What is the name of the local favorite pasta of Tuscany?
- Picci
- What is the largest city in Tuscany?
- Florence
- What is the name of the famous horse race hosted in Siena?
- Palio di Siena
- How many steps must you climb to reach the top of the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
- 294
- Where can you find Michelangelo's David sculpture?
- The Accademia building in Florence
- What was the name of the wealthy banking family that ruled Florence for ages?
- The Medici
- What is the name of the largest cathedral in Florence?
- The Duomo
- What monastery in Florence hosts the greatest collection of Fra Angelico paintings?
- The Monastery of San Marco
- What is the name of the most prominent art gallery in Florence?
- Uffizi Gallery
Conclusion
Soak up all that Tuscan sunshine and reflect on your favorite aspect discussed in the videos. What would you be most content to see / experience? What did you find surprising? Did you notice anything in the videos that appeared very different from what you see walking around at home? Write a reflection on your "travels" and findings answering the above stated questions in 200 words.