Research and Reflection
Directions: Groups will have a few days to complete five tasks and one reflection project. In doing so, groups will explore the equally vast and complex world of modern day slavery. Groups must submit their answers digitally. Answers should be clearly labeled by Task and numbered appropriately.
TASK 1: What does modern slavery look like?
There are many different types of slavery and many different stories that tell its awful tale. Use the following resource to learn about the different types of modern slavery.
Slavery Today
1. Record the definition of all six types of "slavery."
TASK 2: Where does slavery exist?
In short, everywhere. Use the following interactive maps to learn more about where slavery and human trafficking exist. For each map, answer one question.
Products of Slavery - Which six countries use forced labor to make clothing garments.
Global Incident Map - Find and report incidences of human trafficking in the following areas: 1) North Carolina, 2) Somewhere Else. For each incidence include location, date, source, and a 1-2 sentence summary of what happened.
Global Slavery Index - Choose two countries to research: 1) America, 2) Somewhere Else. For each one, list the total number of slaves in the country, the country slavery rank (out of 167), and the country's grade in dealing with slavery.
TASK 3: How many slaves do you own?
Go to Slavery Footprint and take the survey. Once you are done, record each group members' number. Take your time and answer each question honestly and thoroughly. Record 1) each individual's number, 2) the total number for your group, and then 3) reasons for why some people's numbers are higher.
TASK 4: Are you a conscientious consumer?
There are many web sites that rate and rank companies and products in terms of their impact on our global society. As a consumer-based society, one of the easiest things that we can do is to use these web sites to help us become more conscientious about the things we buy. Here are some of the best web sites to explore to help you become a more caring consumer:
Behind the Brand - Select your favorite food brands to see if they score well in areas such as labor, women's rights, and more.
Raise Hope for Congo (if it doesn't work, click here.) - Which tech companies use conflict minerals? Conflict minerals are some of the most unethically sourced resources in the world. Not only do they often use forced slave labor, they also ensure that countries stay in conflict.
Shop Ethical - Pick a type of electronic (smart phone, TV, etc...), and see which brands are the best (or worst).
Fashion Report - This report grades many of the most popular clothing brands. Go to page 5 for an Overall Grade. You definitely want to check this report out.
Collective Evolution - This article might make Halloween a little depressing, but it's worth the read.
Here's what I want your group to do. Explore these web sites and choose three different brands to report on. Don't just choose the first three you look at. Choose with a purpose. For each brand, include the following information:
1. How is it related to you and your group? (Do you own it, use it, see it, etc...).
2. Why did you choose the brand? (Was it a personal reason? Was there something surprising or interesting that you learned?) You MUST have a reason for choosing.
3. Would you recommend this brand. If yes, explain. If no, what alternative brands might you use?
TASK 5: What is being done?
Now that you know a thing or two about slavery, the next question must be: what is being done about it? Here are just a few organizations and a few movements to learn about (Note: there are many more).
End It Movement
Challenging Heights
The A21 Campaign
Walk Free and Walk Free Consumer Report
Change Your Shoes
Not For Sale
After reviewing a handful of different movements and organizations, choose one that stands out as being particularly unique or effective. Explain why your group likes the organization or movement.
Reflection: Create an Infographic
Many infographics have already been made to depict the realities of human trafficking. Check some of them out here. Or check out a couple of ones from last year's class here (scroll down) and here. There is also a pretty awesome one below. Now it is your group's turn to add to the list. Each group should use the research from the previous tasks to create a unique and appealing visualization of some aspect of modern slavery. There are a handful of different infographic making software, such as Piktochart. Here is a web site that lists some other ones.
Each infographic will be evaluated on the following criteria:
Creativity - Does the infographic present information in a new or unique way? Does the infographic provide interesting or new perspectives on the topic of slavery (or is it just a basic overview)?
Communication - Does the design help communicate the major ideas? Do the font and color choices aid in the organization of the document? Are the sentences written correctly and coherently?
Research - Is there evidence of extensive research (at least three sources)? Is there evidence of further research (more than just the links from above)?
One infographic will be selected as the best based on this criteria and the winning group will be eligible for Standards 22, 28, and 38.
TASK 1: What does modern slavery look like?
There are many different types of slavery and many different stories that tell its awful tale. Use the following resource to learn about the different types of modern slavery.
Slavery Today
1. Record the definition of all six types of "slavery."
TASK 2: Where does slavery exist?
In short, everywhere. Use the following interactive maps to learn more about where slavery and human trafficking exist. For each map, answer one question.
Products of Slavery - Which six countries use forced labor to make clothing garments.
Global Incident Map - Find and report incidences of human trafficking in the following areas: 1) North Carolina, 2) Somewhere Else. For each incidence include location, date, source, and a 1-2 sentence summary of what happened.
Global Slavery Index - Choose two countries to research: 1) America, 2) Somewhere Else. For each one, list the total number of slaves in the country, the country slavery rank (out of 167), and the country's grade in dealing with slavery.
TASK 3: How many slaves do you own?
Go to Slavery Footprint and take the survey. Once you are done, record each group members' number. Take your time and answer each question honestly and thoroughly. Record 1) each individual's number, 2) the total number for your group, and then 3) reasons for why some people's numbers are higher.
TASK 4: Are you a conscientious consumer?
There are many web sites that rate and rank companies and products in terms of their impact on our global society. As a consumer-based society, one of the easiest things that we can do is to use these web sites to help us become more conscientious about the things we buy. Here are some of the best web sites to explore to help you become a more caring consumer:
Behind the Brand - Select your favorite food brands to see if they score well in areas such as labor, women's rights, and more.
Raise Hope for Congo (if it doesn't work, click here.) - Which tech companies use conflict minerals? Conflict minerals are some of the most unethically sourced resources in the world. Not only do they often use forced slave labor, they also ensure that countries stay in conflict.
Shop Ethical - Pick a type of electronic (smart phone, TV, etc...), and see which brands are the best (or worst).
Fashion Report - This report grades many of the most popular clothing brands. Go to page 5 for an Overall Grade. You definitely want to check this report out.
Collective Evolution - This article might make Halloween a little depressing, but it's worth the read.
Here's what I want your group to do. Explore these web sites and choose three different brands to report on. Don't just choose the first three you look at. Choose with a purpose. For each brand, include the following information:
1. How is it related to you and your group? (Do you own it, use it, see it, etc...).
2. Why did you choose the brand? (Was it a personal reason? Was there something surprising or interesting that you learned?) You MUST have a reason for choosing.
3. Would you recommend this brand. If yes, explain. If no, what alternative brands might you use?
TASK 5: What is being done?
Now that you know a thing or two about slavery, the next question must be: what is being done about it? Here are just a few organizations and a few movements to learn about (Note: there are many more).
End It Movement
Challenging Heights
The A21 Campaign
Walk Free and Walk Free Consumer Report
Change Your Shoes
Not For Sale
After reviewing a handful of different movements and organizations, choose one that stands out as being particularly unique or effective. Explain why your group likes the organization or movement.
Reflection: Create an Infographic
Many infographics have already been made to depict the realities of human trafficking. Check some of them out here. Or check out a couple of ones from last year's class here (scroll down) and here. There is also a pretty awesome one below. Now it is your group's turn to add to the list. Each group should use the research from the previous tasks to create a unique and appealing visualization of some aspect of modern slavery. There are a handful of different infographic making software, such as Piktochart. Here is a web site that lists some other ones.
Each infographic will be evaluated on the following criteria:
Creativity - Does the infographic present information in a new or unique way? Does the infographic provide interesting or new perspectives on the topic of slavery (or is it just a basic overview)?
Communication - Does the design help communicate the major ideas? Do the font and color choices aid in the organization of the document? Are the sentences written correctly and coherently?
Research - Is there evidence of extensive research (at least three sources)? Is there evidence of further research (more than just the links from above)?
One infographic will be selected as the best based on this criteria and the winning group will be eligible for Standards 22, 28, and 38.
