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-342900-11430000 1920s Cultural Fair AssignmentName: ______________________Date: _______________________The 1920s are nicknamed “The Roaring Twenties” because of the decade’s social, artistic and cultural dynamism.The goal of this assignment is to re-create some of this energy by holding a Cultural Fair to showcase some of the important topics of the period. This is a group project. Each group will work together to produce a “booth” consisting of a poster, an oral presentation, and a hands-on activity to showcase their topic to the rest of the class.Responsibilities:Each person is responsible for:Researching their topic using a variety of primary and secondary sources (three sources minimum per person) Making point-form research notes of their sources Creating a Works Cited page of their sources using proper MLA citationEach group is responsible for creating: An informative visual representation of the topic. (1 person) An oral presentation. (1 person; groups of four can assign this role to two people) NOTE: although created by one or two group members, all group members must present. See the back of this page for details. A hands-on activity about the topic (1 person) Evaluation:CriteriaLevelKnowledge and Understanding- Final product demonstrates through/considerable/some/limited knowledge of topic - Extremely/considerably/somewhat/un familiar with the topic during the presentation- Demonstrates thorough/considerable/some/limited understanding of content by summarizing the key ideas of classmates’ presentations into the graphic organizer ment:Thinking??Uses thorough/considerable/some/limited planning and research skills by submitting point-form research notes from at least three sources. (NOTE: three credible sources is considered considerable)? Uses processing skills (synthesizing, analyzing, interpreting and evaluating which information to include in end product) with a high degree/considerable/some/limited effectiveness? Uses creative thinking skills with a high degree/considerable/some/limited effectiveness Comment:Communication- Expresses and organizes ideas with a high degree of/considerable/some/limited success - Communicates with a high degree of/considerable/some/limited success during the presentation (speaks with confidence and clarity while presenting, including pace, intonation, volume, eye contact, etc.) Comment:Application- Applies MLA format to works cited page with a high degree of/considerable/some/limited success - Transfers insights gained from research to the end product with a high degree of/considerable/some/limited success - Makes insightful/considerable/some/limited connections between topic and Canadian history Comment:Process: Step 1: Research Each team member must research the team’s topic using at least three credible sources (4 if you want a level 4) Make point-form notes of each of these sources Create a Works Cited page, formatted according to MLA guidelines Step 2: Assign roles and prepare for the presentation Pool your research with your teammates and decide on which aspect(s) of your topic to focus on during your presentation.445770034353500As a team, decide on which team member will play each of the following roles: visual visionary, scriptwriter, and activity creator. Details and checklists for each role are listed below: Role #1: The Visual VisionaryCreate an informative visual display of your topic. Ideas: Bristol board, slideshow, model, etc. Be sure to include a brief written description along with any visuals you include, so as to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the topic. Your written communication skills are being evaluated, so make sure that you proofread carefully and edit any written work before assembling your final product There should be a sense of cohesiveness to your group’s assignment, so be sure to touch base with your group members about the contents of your visual before the presentation. Practice the presentation with your group members (we will have a run-through the day before the presentation) 147253823114000Bring in all required materials the day before the presentation Role #2: The Script WriterWrite a script for two group members to perform for one-two classmates at a time (all of your group members will present at some point, so make be sure account for this). Your script might make reference to your group’s visual display and/or written handout, so be sure to touch base with your group members before printing your final draft. Overall, there should be a sense of cohesiveness to your group’s assignment. Print off a copy of your script for each group member and one for me. Your written communication skills are being evaluated, so make sure that you proofread carefully and edit your script before printing off the final copy. Practice the presentation with your group members ahead of time (we will have a run-through the day before the presentation) Bring in all required materials the day before the presentation 13716000004572000-11430000Role #3: The Activity Planner Create a hands-on activity to teach your classmates about your topic It’s your job to bring your topic to life—consider organizing and bringing props, costumes, music, etc. to help sell your topic. Budget about 2 minutes for your activity — it should be something one person can do at a time. Be creative! There should be a sense of cohesiveness to your group’s assignment, so be sure to touch base with your group members about the contents of your activity. Practice the presentation with your group members (we will have a run-through the day before the presentation) Bring in all required materials the day before the presentation Step 3: Executing the presentation Arrive to class on time. Work with your group members to set up your display (visual, handout, presentation) in 10 minutes or less. This includes changing into costumes, cuing music and/or video, etc. Speak clearly when presenting your topic to your classmates. Make as much eye contact as possible. Be prepared to answer questions. Step 4: Visiting other booths Listen respectfully and behave appropriately when travelling to other booths. Ask any questions you might have. Make point-form jot notes about your classmates’ topics while visiting their displays (use the passport provided on the morning of the presentation) Step 5: After the Fair Clean up your booth Complete a self and peer evaluation Staple the following pages together in the following order and submit them before you leave: Rubric Point-form research notes MLA formatted Works Cited page Passport (point-form jot notes created while listening to classmates’ presentations) Self and peer evaluation card 1943100-457200001920s Cultural Fair Flappers and Fashion---- Gangsters and Prohibition----Visual Art----Jazz Music----Dance----Sports and Athletics----Inventions and Inventors----Cinema----3886200000Self and Peer EvaluationWhat aspects of this assignment are you proud of? (consider what you did—not what your group mates did) What would you change for next time? In other words, what could you have done to improve your personal preparation and final product? How would you grade yourself if you were evaluated right now? Why? Evaluate yourself and your teammates by filling in the rating chart below. Answer honestly: no one will see this except me. Rating Scale: E= Excellent; G= Good; S= Satisfactory; N= Needs improvement NameResponsibilityIndividual WorkCollaborationOrganizationInitiative 5. Final comments? ................
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