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The Chinese Rites Controversy:  A Case Study in Cross-Cultural Exchange and Cross-Cultural Conflict Lesson PlanThe Chinese Rites Controversy:  A Case Study in Cross-Cultural Exchange and Cross-Cultural Conflict Lesson Plan
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The Chinese Rites Controversy: A Case Study in Cross-Cultural Exchange and Cross-Cultural Conflict

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Students examine the various groups involved in the Rites Controversy of China. They participate in a simulation of representatives involved in the Rites Controversy, conduct research, write a persuasive paper, and participate in a debate.

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confucius, confucianism, china

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china, confucius, neo-confucianist scholars, rites controversy, social studies
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
14 days
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Year
2002

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