Research Report- Part 1
Submit a research paper of 2–3 pages, plus a works cited
page.
Your research paper should
·
Focus on a topic that addresses one specific
aspect of the culture, traditions, or everyday life of Ancient Greece.
1.
You may consider any of the following areas of interest
as a starting place for determining a topic:
a.
Art
b.
Architecture
c.
The Olympics
d.
Wars
e.
Geography
f.
Mythology (Gods & Goddesses)
g.
Famous Greek People
h.
Everyday Life
i.
Clothing
j.
Language
k.
Jewelry
l.
Theater
·
Include an introduction paragraph with a clear
and effective thesis statement.
·
Include body paragraphs that
1.
Feature evidence that supports your thesis.
2.
Contain synthesized information.
3.
Use a clear and effective pattern of
organization.
4.
Contain correctly formatted in-text citations
for at least three different sources.
·
Include a conclusion that
1.
Restates your thesis.
2.
Summarizes your research.
3.
Closes by leaving the reader with a new
understanding or a call to action.
·
Includes a works cited page that
1.
Contains a source citation that corresponds with
each of the in-text citations listed in the body of your paper.
2.
Correctly documents all sources using MLA
format.
·
Use an objective and academic tone and style
that are consistent throughout and appropriate for the research paper.
·
Vary sentence structure in a way that helps to
enhance the readability of the paper.
Submit the other assignments you
have completed during the research process. These include
·
the Research Plan Graphic Organizer (See attached)
·
the Research Index Cards (See attached)
·
the Formal Outline (See attached)
·
the Revising and Editing Checklist (See attached)
ASSIGNMENT PART 2- POWERPOINT PRESENTATION WITH SPEAKER NOTES
Create a
two-minute presentation that converts the information from your research paper
into an engaging
and audience-friendly format.
Your
presentation should:
• Be 6–10 slides, pages, or frames in
length.
• Use a combination of images, sound, and
video to enhance the presentation:
1. Three media pieces minimum, five pieces
max
2. Video and sound clips should be limited
to 20 seconds in length.
3. No more than one video clip and one
sound clip in a single presentation
• Explain your research topic and the
main ideas uncovered in your research.