Famous Hispanic Research - PC\|MAC



Famous Hispanic Research ProjectOverviewYou will be researching the life and contributions of a famous Hispanic; living or dead. This will result in a research paper and an oral presentation. PurposeLearning another language extends much further than simply learning the grammatical structure. You will choose an individual from a list that includes writers, painters, poets, activists, politicians, musicians, athletes, actors, etc. You will share your research findings with your classmates through communication in English. DeadlineYour paper and PowerPoint presentation will be due on ____________________________. Please email your PowerPoint to me the day before your presentation at ___________________________.I. Students will investigate and report on the following information:Overview / IntroductionFull name at birthCelebrity name (if different) Picture BiographyDate of birthPlace of birth labeled with star on map of birth country Country or countries of family origin Family Information Current place of residency (if you can find it) or means of death, death date, and placeOccupationAccomplishmentsAny hardships overcome (sickness, poverty, loss, learning difficulties) or causes they championed (donated money, effort, or time as spokesperson or activist)Answers to 2 supplementary questions – DO NOT choose a and b togetherFor what reason(s) was the life famous or infamous? (someone newsworthy & why)In what ways was the life admirable? (someone you’d like to be like when you grow up and why) In what ways was the life despicable? (someone worthy of being hated and why)Which quality or trait proved most troubling and difficult for this person and how did it affect his/her life? Which quality or trait was most beneficial and how did it help this person in life? Did this person make any major mistakes or bad decisions? If so, what were they and how would you have chosen and acted differently if you were in their shoes? What are the two or three most important lessons you or any other young person might learn from the way this person lived? An older person or mentor is often very important in shaping the lives of gifted people by providing guidance and encouragement. To what extent was this true of your person? Explain. Many people act out of societal pressures or a set of beliefs which dictate choices. It may be social, religious, political or a personal philosophy. To what extent did your person act within their group or act independently of any set of beliefs? Was/Is your person a "hero?" Why? Why not? Give at least ONE specific reason why or why not for you person. What do you think it means to be a hero? Conclusion – summary and what you enjoyed most about this project4 page TYPED, double-spaced, 12 point font (Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri) with MLA-style bibliography (at least 2 sources — at least one print). Submitted hard copy day of presentation.Rubric - Famous People PowerPoint/Oral Presentation93-100: Innovative (beyond basic requirements); precise and engaging presentation85-92: Includes most requirements; clearly presents the information with some eye contact75-84: Missing 2-3 of the 12 requirements; information read with little eye contact70-74: Missing 4-5 of the 12 requirements or the supplemental questions; disjointed presentation0-69: Missing 6 or more of the 12 requirements; no verbal presentation*Unprepared to present on assigned day – minus 8 points per dayINTERNET SITES Use the following Internet Sites for information on this project.? If you discover other useful Internet sites be sure to authenticate the site with either Mr. Mann or myself. Famous Hispanics in the World and History Composers with Biographies Classical Net - Composer Master Index Ready Reference:? Artists and Musicians Biographies WebMuseum, Paris Art History Resources on the Web Famous Hispanics -- Writers and Artists People:? Biographies People - Kansas City Public Library Hispanic Culture People ZonaLatina (Latin American Magazines) Other Resource Links: Arte Latino: Treasures from the Smithsonian American Art Museum Learn about the artwork of various Latin artists from the 18th through the 20th centuries. Diego Rivera Read about the life and works of Mexican muralist. His works are presented in a chronological order. Cesar Chavez Read about the labor leader who fought for justice for farm workers in nonviolent ways. This site gives you a good look into the life of Cesar Chavez. His family history, childhood, military service, and activism and union activities, and a video clip of his work are included. Gabriel Garcia Marquez This site includes a bibliography and the works of a Latin-American journalist, novelist and short story writer who received the Nobel Prize in Literature 1982. NOTE: This site includes ads. Luis Federico Leloir Luis Leloir was awarded the Nobel Prize in chemistry for "his discovery of sugar nucleotides and their role in the biosynthesis of carbohydrates". Bibliography and his works are included. Father Junipero Serra Father Junipero Serra was the founder of the California missions, marking the beginning of Latino culture and influence in that region. The site includes information about his story and contribution. Famous Latin American Immigrants Scroll down to read about immigrants who have contributed to American cultural, scientific, and political life. El Cid – medieval period war hero A royal family member or president/prime minister of your chosen country from Spanish 13.?Jaime Escalante educator5. Father Junípero Serra6.?Roberto Goizueta (Coca-Cola)7. Lourdes Lopez (ballet)8.?Franklin R. Chang-Diaz (astronaut)9. Rita Moreno (West Side Story)10. Julia Alvarez11. Roberto Clemente12. Edward James Olmos (Selena actor)13. Antonia Novello (US Surgeon General)14. “Tito” Puente (band leader)15. Luis Alvarez 16. Ellen Ochoa (astronaut)17. El Greco18. Gigi Fernandez19. David Farragut (Civil War hero)20. Martina Arroyo (opera)21. Pablo Neruda22. Carolina Herrera (designer)23. Alicia Alonso (ballet)24. Benito Juarez25. Nancy Lopez26. Severo Ochoa27. Ilena Ros-Lehtinen28. Celia Cruz29. Francisco “Pancho” Villa30. Miguel de Cervantes Saaverdre ................
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