Deciphering History's Mysteries Part 2

There's something that is extra exciting when studying history and you stumble upon a mystery. In this class, we will be investigating some of the more well known unsolved "cold Cases" from around the world . Every other week, students will be presented with an outline of the case. We will discuss the evidence and theories that have been suggested. Students will then examine both primary and secondary sources to arrive at what they consider the best theory as to what actually happened. Students will then present their theories the following class in a case file format. They can work alone or in groups, dividing up research. 

Case file format: 

Background on the Historical Event
The Most Plausible Theory
At least three pieces of evidence that support that theory
An explanation of each piece of evidence you present
Explanation of one alternate theory and your reasons for discarding it
Why this investigation was a worthwhile endeavor

We will discuss the different types of sources and how to examine bias or misleading information. 

Week 1 - Introduction; Discussion of different types of sources and how to create a case file; What caused the Salem Witch Trials? 
Week 2 - Presentations and discussions
Week 3 - What happened to the people at Roanoke? 
Week 4 - Presentations and discussions
Week 5 - What happened to the crew of the Mary Celeste? 
Week 6 - Presentations and discussions
Week 7 - Who really assassinated John F. Kennedy? 
Week 8 - Presentations and discussions
Week 9 -  Was there a city of Atlantis? 
Week 10 - Presentations and discussions 
Week 11 - Are the legends around the Bermuda Triangle true? 
Week 12 - Presentations and discussions; Summary of class and what we have learned

This is part 2 of a series of classes designed to teach learners how to ask relevant questions, conduct research, and formulate theories. It is not required to take Part 1 first.