Assignment: Research Project On Atomic Bomb- Multimedia Presentation
Overview
Now that you have done some research with primary and secondary sources (using only the sources provided in the research kit for your chosen topic) and written an introduction for a possible history paper, you will turn your attention to thinking about the creation and value of historical inquiry. You will use the research you have done throughout this course, as well as course materials, to inform your thoughts.
To present your opinions and observations, you will create a multimedia presentation (using a presentation tool such as PowerPoint or Prezi) that addresses the following critical elements. While these questions may seem "big," remember that you are addressing them in a presentation, not a paper, and can use bullet points, visuals, or other methods.
These critical elements will be evaluated from the information you provide in your multimedia presentation of 10-12 slides.
*Note: If using Prezi, be sure to include a word document with notes.
*Note: If using PowerPoint, be sure to use the speaker notes feature.
Specifically, the following critical elements MUST be addressed:
I. Articulate how different historical lenses impact how people perceive an historical event.
A. Explain how historical lenses could be applied to your topic. For instance, are there aspects of this event that might interest a political historian and what are they?
B. Choose one of the lenses referenced above, and detail how the historical narrative you started in your research and introduction might change through this lens. For instance, how might the "story" of your event change when studied through its political aspects?
C. Discuss what conclusions you can draw about the "telling" of history in relation to the "teller." How does this impact for you what "history" is?
II. Based on your conclusions, articulate the value of studying history.
A. Describe how you could apply to our lives today what you have learned from the event you have studied. Be sure to reference specific contemporary issues. For instance, what specific issues that we encounter today could benefit from lessons learned from your event?
B. Discuss your opinion of the adage that "history repeats itself." Do you agree or disagree? Be sure to explain why you have this opinion with information you have learned throughout the course.
C. Discuss your obligation as a citizen of your society to understanding the history behind issues that impact you every day. For instance, what civic duties you can be better at if you know more about their history? How can being a more informed member of society benefit you and society?
Your multimedia presentation should be approximately 10-12 slides. You are encouraged to include a combination of text, visuals and sound in order to support your work.
Supporting Work and Resources
I have attached the following attachment to support the work and as resources if needed:
1) Historical Lesnes
2) Historical Context Chart
3) Short Response Research Plan
4) Topic Exploration Worksheet
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.