How to CCOT Rubric Thesis 1 Point Addresses both Parts of the Question OR Addresses only 1 part of the Question 2 Points 1 Point Evidence: 5 + 1 Pieces of Accurate Evidence 2 Points OR Evidence: 2 + 1 Pieces of Accurate Evidence1 Point Global Context “Zoom Out” 1 Point Analysis: The Why Factor 1 Point Thesis Background / Introduction 1 Sentence Thesis 1-2 Sentences Start with: While, Although, Despite or In spite of… Analysis of What, When Where Forecast the rest of the CCOT Main Point of Paragraph #2 Main Point of Paragraph #3 Main Point of Paragraph #4 Conclusion End Date Summary Thesis Acceptable Thesis Must be stated in the introduction or conclusion May appear as 1 sentence or as multiple sentences. May not be split among separated sentences, or a mere restatement of the question. Thesis Sample #1 There were many factors that influence the transmission and interaction of religions in the Indian Ocean basin from 600-1750. Thesis Sample #2 Religion in the Indian Ocean basin was influenced by politics, economics, and social structures. Thesis Sample #3 Islam arrived in the Indian Ocean by approximately 1000 CE gradually replacing Hinduism in much of India. Thesis Sample #4 Islam was more successful than Hinduism or Buddhism in spreading to distant lands. Thesis Sample #5 Islam spread the most in Indian Ocean basin from 600-1750. By 1750 most regions in South and Southeast Asia had peoples who practiced Hinduism, Islam and or Buddhism. Thesis Sample #6 While Hinduism and the Hindu caste system strongly influenced the Indian subcontinent throughout 600-1750 CE, Hinduism slowly lost its near monopoly of followers as Buddhism, Islam, Christianity and syncretic faiths gradually moved in and across the Indian Ocean basin by 1750 CE. Addresses both Parts of the Question Continuity Words Carry on Proceed Stay persist remain unceasing preserve retain uphold Acceptable Virtually any accurate statement of continuities or changes is acceptable as long as it conforms to the “WHEN, WHERE AND WHAT” and is relevant to the question. Evidence 5 + 1 = 2 Points 6 Pieces of accurate evidence of change and or continuity with at least 1 piece of evidence from the other category. 2 + 1 = 1 point 3 Pieces of accurate evidence of change and/or continuity with with at least 1 piece of evidence from the other category Evidence must be related to transmission or interaction of religions for this specific CCOT Evidence Hinduism was founded in India. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change India is still Hindu today. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change Like Hinduism, Buddhism teaches that humans can achieve perfection in nirvana, which releases a soul from reincarnation. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change Evidence Vishnu and Shiva attracted large numbers of followers. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change Indian merchants already had trade contact with SE Asia by 600. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change As merchants plied their goods throughout the ocean basin power by the ever-present monsoons.. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change Evidence Hinduism remained a strong influence throughout India from 600-1750. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change Founded shortly after 600, Islam spread first most quickly by military conquest… Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change However, even where Muslim rulers controlled the government and military, most social elites tended to retain Hinduism and Buddhism more than Islam. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change Evidence Christianity would largely stall until the arrival of the British East India Tea Company in the 18th Century. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change After 1000 CE merchants and Sufi missionaries continued to spread Islam across the region reaching the choke point of Malacca. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change The 16th Century Mughal emperor Akbar tried to encourage his own “divine faith” but was later revoked toleration. Acceptable or Unacceptable Continuity or Change Global Context “Zoom Out” and relate Provide accurate and relevant global context for either change or continuity. Global Context Hinduism and Buddhism both continue to exist today. Acceptable or Unacceptable Global Context Christianity also expanded across the Atlantic Ocean during this time period. Acceptable or Unacceptable Global Context Hinduism was not the only religion spreading along the Indian Ocean. Christianity also began to send missionaries into the region after 1500. Acceptable or Unacceptable Global Context Buddhism’s place in SE Asian society was similar to the transformation occurring in the Americas after 1492 as Christianity was introduced but was also influenced by native and religious traditions. Acceptable or Unacceptable Global Context While Jesuit missionaries had high hopes for converting various rulers of India, their efforts failed. Acceptable or Unacceptable Analysis: The “WHY” factor Analyzes the process of continuity and change over time. Analyze (with accuracy) the causes and/or effect of either change or continuity during the time period. because Came from Analysis Words caused/ caused by due to led to in order to Analysis the “WHY” factor Why did Hinduism spread slowly? BECAUSE the kingdoms were more concerned with maintaining and strengthening political and economic control rather than religious conformity. Analysis the “WHY” factor Indian merchants already had trade contact with SE Asia by 600. These commercial ties ENABLED Indian Hindu values and religion to appear in SE Asia. Analysis the “WHY” factor Why did Islam not have not success in India? Islam stressed the equality of all people, but a Brahmin’s social status was reinforced by Hinduism. The Rule of 3 The precise “minimum acceptability” will fluctuate but you can’t go wrong with the Rule of 3: DBQ: Groupings / POV / ADD DOCs CCOT: Categories / Changes & Continuities / Analysis / Global Context Compare & Contrast: Similarities & Differences