Objective: examine the genocide that happened in Rwanda

Essential Question: What caused the genocide in Rwanda and how did the world respond?

Direction Overview:

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Today and tomorrow we will be watching a documentary on the Rwanda Genocide. This documentary contains graphic images and descriptions of genocide. While no killing is depicted like we saw in the holocaust, some of the effects are similar. If you feel uncomfortable viewing the documentary, contact Ms. Waltz. That being said, you should try to watch. It is an important turning point in both UN and US foreign relations.

Ghosts of Rwanda reference list

There are five parts in this documentary. For tomorrow's assignment, you will be required to submit the worksheet below:

Download the worksheet here, and review what you should be looking for as you watch.
PDF Version of worksheet

I don't want to have you doing too much work here. The power of this documentary is enough to keep you engaged. Being a cyber school though, I have to know that you actually watched it. Please chose events and quotes from a variety of spots in parts 1 through 5.

I encourage you to view in full-screen mode (click the button at the bottom right of the media player)

Part 1 (41 minutes)

Part 2 (17 minutes)