CPWC Day 73 - Genocide and Totalitarianism in SE Asia

Objective: Analyze the causes and course of the genocide in Cambodia.

Task:  Today, we'll continue our exploration of the genocide in Cambodia.  Specifically, we'll focus on themes of imperialism, nationalism, globalization, and genocide. Then, we'll take some time to consider the contemporary status of Myanmar.

Homework:

• TODAY - Chapter 31, section 3 reading notes due
• Friday, December 19 - Southeast Asia, Australia, & Oceania map quiz
• Monday, December 22 - Unit 7 reading quiz on 30.1, 31.1, 31.2, 31.3 (reading notes may be used)

Extending Class Discussion:

"Dith Pran, 'Killing Fields' Journalist, Dies at 65" (Morning Edition, NPR, 3/30/08)