First, from day 1 to day 30, I rate myself a 4.5 for the improvement of the quality of work about history that I have produced. At the beginning of this course, I was confused and had a difficult time comprehending what we were learning about because history is not my strongest subject. However, as the days went by, I gained a better understanding of history by triangulating sources and connecting different concepts. On the other hand, I did not produce my best work on a few assignments. Secondly, from day 1 to day 30, I rate myself a 5 for improvement of the quality of digital applications. I had no prior knowledge in Adobe Illustrator and only used Adobe Photoshop in elementary. Therefore, my skills have improved tremendously as I have learned new and helpful techniques in these applications. Third, from day 1 to day 30, I rate myself a 5 for the improvement of the independence and self-organization I have exhibited. In the first few weeks of school, I depended on my group and classmates with collaborative assignments. However, as the course progressed, and we transitioned from synchronous to asynchronous, I became independent, learned not to rely so heavily on others, and managed my time much easier. Furthermore, I found most of the work we interesting and valuable because many of these concepts we new to me, and I had no previous knowledge in World History. For example, I found learning about revolutions interesting because of current events and recent uprisings. On the other hand, I was not interested in some of the work, nonetheless, it added to my knowledge base. Also, making better connections between historical and current events can prove to be helpful in my future for multiple reasons. One reason is that I can use history to find solutions to modern problems. Another reason is that it allows me to understand why we are facing certain issues, and what role historical events have played in these issues. Additionally, the Kahiau project has definitely been a valuable learning experience. I have learned more about project management through collaboration and communication with group members. I have applied digital and critical thinking in various blog posts and research posts. I have even improved on making connections between historical events and current issues, as seen in Black Lives Matter and the French Revolution, global climate change and industrialization, and more. Lastly, as a young kānaka with potential for leadership in Modern Hawaiʻi, I learned that I am a leader in my society. As a student, I aim to be a leader in the classroom by taking on leadership roles in group projects, collaborative work, and academically-rigorous discussions. As a family member, I have become a leader for my younger cousins, nieces, and nephews by caring for them and striving to be a role model. As a community member, I promote unity and equality with everyone I meet and interact with. Through this, I have also learned that I aspire to be a leader in various ways, but I do not want to seem oppressive and controlling. Therefore, I often hold back my full potential and abilities. But in the future, I see myself as a determined, dedicated, open, and fair leader. These traits align closely with my core values, and I work to exhibit these traits in everything I do. However, in order to lead in some capacity, there are a few essential skills. Collaboration, communication, and cooperation are three important skills that would allow me to establish relationships and address problems. Critical thinking, decisiveness, and problem-solving are also important because they would assist in decision-making and maintaining order. Brownstein, A. by R. (n.d.). The BLM protests preview the politics of a diversifying America. Retrieved from CNN website: https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/23/politics/black-lives-matter-support-impact/index.html
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Given that we are approaching Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, we need to learn to balance the need to compete in Western/European sense for resources of land, home, and career with our Native values and identities, to protect the future of our Lāhui. We can accomplish this through unity and equality. Modern challenges and struggles we face are unlike any other. On many occasions, they have turned society against each other, inciting dangerous conflicts. Tensions across the world continue to escalate because of the impact of these global issues. However, through unity and equality, we can address these problems on a multilateral scale. As a united front, our Native people, in particular, have the power to become a formidable force. People of color and ethnic minorities, like Native Hawaiians, have experienced first-hand the devastating effects of modernization. By using our struggles to uplift and empower other marginalized communities, we can collectively collaborate, cooperate, and communicate. Some people have already begun to adopt unity as a tool, as displayed in Protect Mauna Kea, the Protect Kahoʻolawe ʻOhana, and many more. Secondly, we need to promote equality. Unity is merely a group of people without equality. Unity establishes alliances, while equality creates connections. In our modern-day society, we continue to face inequality, class stratification, and social dichotomies, even if our political leaders are too ignorant to recognize it. Therefore, we need to combat these injustices through equality. Equality promotes a fair society, where rights and opportunities are respected. A great example of the integration of unity and equality can be seen in the Black Lives Matter movement, a fight for freedom, liberation, and justice. Not only can unity and equality create balance, but they can also protect us in this modern globalized world. Additionally, I can use the gift and privilege of my education at Kamehameha to ensure that the native identities of our Lāhui and other people of color remain steadfast in the 21st-century through leadership and action. As Kamehameha students, we are taught to be leaders in our communities. We are provided with opportunities to engage with community members, and address problems our people are facing. We are also taught to recognize and be aware of the situations in our environment and society. Through my education and privilege, I can become a leader for our Lāhui and future generations of Native Hawaiians. Our people, and other colored populations, need to take a stand against the oppression we are experiencing in our modernized world. Therefore, I will be able to lead our people in these modern revolutions and inspire other young Hawaiians to use their voices. Secondly, I can use my privilege and education to take action. In order for change to occur, we need to create it. By taking action in my community, I will be able to incite and encourage beneficial change. Whether this is through Kapua Aloha and peaceful protests or civil disobedience, the actions I take have the power and ability to impact many others. Akana, H. (2020, July 08). Facing the Impacts of Empirical Globalization in the 21st Century. Lecture presented at Kamehameha Kapālama Summer School 2020. Retrieved July 08, 2020, from https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/160gaH0AUNcrgJu_XvLCEzv9KhxuSInRdilPk94292Ng/edit#slide=id.p
Black Lives Matter. (2019). About. Retrieved from Black Lives Matter website: https://blacklivesmatter.com/about/ Kealoha, D. (2020). Google Docs - create and edit documents online, for free. Retrieved July 9, 2020, from accounts.google.com website: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1luTkAYoTftM7SsQNqF4S7ujLm0cm98fDjsCBUoPbG_o/edit La Hoihoi Ea. (n.d.). HISTORY – La Hoihoi Ea. Retrieved July 9, 2020, from La Hoihoi Ea website: http://lahoihoiea.org/history/ Protect Kahoʻolawe ʻOhana. (n.d.). Protect Kaho‘olawe ‘Ohana. Retrieved July 9, 2020, from Protect Kaho‘olawe ‘Ohana website: http://www.protectkahoolaweohana.org/index.html Protect Mauna Kea. (2019). Protocols for Kapu Aloha | protect-mauna-kea. Retrieved from protect-mauna-kea website: https://www.protectmaunakea.net/protocols-for-kapu-aloha Kapālama Kamehameha Schools. (n.d.). Kapālama. Retrieved July 9, 2020, from www.ksbe.edu website: https://www.ksbe.edu/education/kapalama/ Staff, H. N. N. (2019). TMT protesters brace for possibility of more law enforcement action. Retrieved July 9, 2020, from https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com website: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2019/07/17/new-victory-protesters-police-back-away-mauna-kea-second-straight-day/ Although America is one of the most modernized and advanced empires, it does portray many similarities to its predecessors, such as Britain, Rome, and more. First, the rise of empires in history is very similar to the rise of the American Empire. Like the British and the Romans, America originated at the expense of others. Many believe that the Spanish-American war incited the birth of the American Empire. This was a conflict between the United States and the Spanish Empire, resulting in new American territories throughout the Pacific and Latin America, and the United States rising as a dominant global power. Secondly, Britain, Rome, and America all used harsh expansion strategies. American forces turned towards global conquest for geographical and economic benefits. However, many native people were brutally affected and killed during the process. Additionally, even nowadays, America compares to these empires. One example of this is seen in their management of resources. Like Britain and Rome, America delegates certain political leaders the responsibility of overseeing and controlling natural resources. This is displayed in multiple departments and branches of government, including the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Commerce, which divide into smaller managing bodies. Another example is seen in America’s dealing with native people. Like Britain, the United States has created policies and laws that continue to discriminate against native populations. This is seen in the Dawes Act of 1887, which forced Native Americans out of their homes and into Indian reservations, which still exist today. Similar policies meant to “protect” natives have also impacted Native Alaskans and Native Hawaiians. A third example can be seen in modern imperial and colonial tactics. More recently, we have seen the impacts of imperialism in America through police brutality against people of color, techniques that have been used by almost every empire. Colored populations face a higher risk of being killed, arrested, or beaten by police, even if unarmed. This is because of strict police force and imperialist strategies adopted by America’s police departments. For these reasons, America compares to many of the empires that shaped history. Furthermore, America’s occupation of Hawaiʻi worsens my Kahiau project issue of global climate change in our modern society through industrialization. After colonizing Hawaiʻi and overthrowing the Hawaiian monarchy, America began to transform our islands with the introduction of new economic industries. However, this perpetuated climate change in Hawaiʻi. Energy industries established by the United States are the primary sources of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in Hawaiʻi’s atmosphere. This is because these industries combust fossil fuels such as coal and steam, which both create energy and emit CO2. Also, the tourism industry created by the US is a contributing factor to climate change in Hawaiʻi. The American people destroyed our land and prostituted the Hawaiian culture for the benefit and interests of tourists. As a result of this, tourism has become Hawaiʻi’s largest industry, with our islands being subjected to exotic vacations from people around the world. However, tourism plays a major role in climate change. Transportation is Hawaiʻi’s second leading source of CO2 emissions. But, researchers have recently found that the vast majority of transportation-related emissions come from the tourism industry. Therefore, our biggest economic industry has also become a threat to our environment. Akana, H. (2020, July 07). Nuts & Bolts of the Cold War Expanded V2020. Lecture presented at Kamehameha Kapālama Summer School 2020. Retrieved July 07, 2020, from https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kh6JL73CztAYCi4e0pc8AFVuKr3URrXi/view
CNN. (n.d.). The rise and fall of the Berlin Wall - CNN Video. Retrieved July 7, 2020, from www.cnn.com website: https://www.cnn.com/videos/world/2014/11/07/pkg-shubert-history-of-berlin-wall.cnn CrashCourse. (2013a). The Cold War: Crash Course US History #37. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9C72ISMF_D0 CrashCourse. (2013b). The Cold War in Asia: Crash Course US History #38 [YouTube Video]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2IcmLkuhG0 NTFHRamage. (2015). YouTube. Retrieved from www.youtube.com website: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oYIk7ae8hI PragerU. (2014). YouTube. Retrieved July 7, 2020, from www.youtube.com website: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hqYGHZCJwk TED-Ed. (2016). The history of the Cuban Missile Crisis - Matthew A. Jordan [YouTube Video]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwWW3sbk4EU WorldOfRock4U. (2015). YouTube. Retrieved July 7, 2020, from www.youtube.com website: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEmt2CmmWl0 CrashCourse. (2013). American Imperialism: Crash Course US History #28. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfsfoFqsFk4 Friedman, G. (2015). Coming to Terms With the American Empire. Retrieved July 8, 2020, from Stratfor website: https://worldview.stratfor.com/article/coming-terms-american-empire#:~:text=The%20United%20States%20became%20an History.com Editors. (2018, August 21). Spanish-American War. Retrieved from HISTORY website: https://www.history.com/topics/early-20th-century-us/spanish-american-war The Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica. (2018a). British Empire | Origins, Countries, History, & Facts. In Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved from https://www.britannica.com/place/British-Empire The Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica. (2018b). Roman Empire | ancient state [27 bc-476 ad]. In Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved from https://www.britannica.com/place/Roman-Empire Boxer, A. (2009). Native Americans and the Federal Government | History Today. Retrieved from www.historytoday.com website: https://www.historytoday.com/archive/native-americans-and-federal-government#:~:text=Between%201887%20and%201933%2C%20US Department of Hawaiian Home Lands. (n.d.). Homestead Associations. Retrieved July 8, 2020, from dhhl.hawaii.gov website: https://dhhl.hawaii.gov/homestead-associations/ Mapping Police Violence. (2008). Mapping Police Violence. Retrieved from Mapping Police Violence website: https://mappingpoliceviolence.org/ Our Documents - Dawes Act (1887). (2019). Retrieved from Ourdocuments.gov website: https://www.ourdocuments.gov/doc.php?flash=false&doc=50 USA Gov. (2018). Branches of the U.S. Government | USAGov. Retrieved from Usa.gov website: https://www.usa.gov/branches-of-government Boxer, A. (2009). Native Americans and the Federal Government | History Today. 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Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Retrieved from dashboard.hawaii.gov website: https://dashboard.hawaii.gov/stat/goals/5xhf-begg/fgyu-2f7k/y5ya-s7nf Taufaasau, M. (2019). American Imperialism with Hawaii. Retrieved from ArcGIS StoryMaps website: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/de6b1a09b13a44eba9d087fd04559096 Trask, H.-K. (2018). Tourism and The prostitution Of Hawaiian Culture. Retrieved from Culturalsurvival.org website: https://www.culturalsurvival.org/publications/cultural-survival-quarterly/tourism-and-prostitution-hawaiian-culture United Nations World Tourism Organization. (n.d.). Climate Change | UNWTO. Retrieved July 8, 2020, from www.unwto.org website: https://www.unwto.org/sustainable-development/climate-change#:~:text=article%20on%20linkedin- USA Gov. (2018). Branches of the U.S. Government | USAGov. Retrieved from Usa.gov website: https://www.usa.gov/branches-of-government Bohrdt, A. (2015, August 10). What if...? Screen Sharing in the Spanish-American War. Retrieved from Mikogo website: https://www.mikogo.com/2015/08/10/screen-sharing-spanish-american-war/ Translate Media. (n.d.). Energy Translation | Oil & Gas Industry Translation. Retrieved July 9, 2020, from TranslateMedia website: https://www.translatemedia.com/us/translation-service/energy-industry-translation/ If Germany was not sanctioned so harshly, there would not have been as many economic, geographical, and political impacts. First, Germany’s economy would not have suffered so harshly. Although Germany was hurting, economically, prior to the Treaty of Versailles, the Allied Powers aggravated their economic issues. Along with being forced to accept responsibility for causing the Great War, Britain, France, and America required Germany to pay $32 billion worth of fees. However, the Germans did not have this money. Therefore, they paid for it in resources such as coal, steel, and crops, impacting their economy heavily. On the other hand, if they were not obligated to do this, Germany may have been twice as successful, even after losing World War I. Secondly, Germany may have also been able to expand and conquer more land. The treaty had forced the nation to abolish its airforce and reduce its armies. This made Germany militarily vulnerable, forcing them to settle with the land they had previously colonized. But, they may have been able to conquer more land if they had the military power to do so. Lastly, Hitler may not have been a political figure, let alone a German Chancellor if Germany was not sanctioned so harshly. The main causes of Hitler’s rise as a leader were because of the issues Germany was facing politically and economically due to the treaty. Hitler was directly against the Treaty of Versailles and, therefore, disobeyed its terms. This incited his popularity and allowed him to become the Chancellor of Germany. However, if these conflicts did not occur, Hitler would not have gained so much fame from the German people. Instead, he would most likely have continued to fight in the German army as a soldier because of his hardcore patriotism, fascism, and national pride. Furthermore, the results of WWI and the Treaty of Versailles connect to our Kahiau project issue of global climate change because of the class stratification established. Climate change is a global issue happening in almost every region of the world. Therefore, it requires the attention and unity of everyone, regardless of where you are from. However, the class stratification and social hierarchies built as a result of the treaty are affecting our ability to amalgamate and address this issue. The treaty provided the Allied Powers with a sense of superiority by allowing them to become a dominating global force. It not only allowed them to control global geography and world conquest, but it also allowed them to manage global economies, as seen in both Germany and Japan. This inequality allowed the Allies to establish themselves in the top tier and class of the social pyramid. Meanwhile, other nations were portrayed as inferior to them. Due to this, segregation and conflicts were spurred between groups of people, many of which continue to exist today. Therefore, it is also preventing us from collaborating and communicating on the climate change crisis. Akana, H. (2020, July 01). InterWar Years: In Between WWI & WW2. Lecture presented at Kamehameha Kapālama Summer School. Retrieved July 01, 2020, from https://drive.google.com/file/d/13wU5AgIxysOjp-bTBVYWcm7agTz6vDBH/view
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