History Day



centercenterHistory DayTaking a Stand in HistoryTopic: Name:Class Period:9410077300History DayTaking a Stand in HistoryTopic: Name:Class Period:History Day: Taking a Stand in History Tracking SheetTopicDateSelf-ScoringTeacher Sign OffLibrary Topic Digs1234Understanding the Theme1234Narrowing & Choosing your Topic1234Finding Sources1234Historical Context1234Research Questions1234Project Map1234Sources1234Mid Construction Check1234Final Construction Self Reflection1234School Showcase1234Parent Showcase1234Preparation:What overall grade (percentage or letter) am I hoping to achieve in this unit? _______I did all that I could to achieve my goal in preparing for this unit. I can make the following adjustments to increase my grade for this and future units. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Self-Scoring: I was not on task or engaged and therefore I cannot do this with help, I need a review lessonI was mostly not on task or engaged but I can do this with help. There are parts I do not understand. I was on mostly task and engaged, and I can do this independently, I understand.I was on task, engaged and I am an expert and can teach it to others.Taking a Stand in HistoryUnderstanding the History Day ThemeDefinitions: Write the definition in your own words for the NHD theme in the box below.Taking a Stand in HistoryTaking a Stand in HistoryTaking a Stand in Your Life: Think about how the idea of taking a stand has shown up in your own life. For example, I took a stand against the school administration when I disagreed with a policy affecting students. Maybe you have stood up for someone you felt was being bullied or stood up for your beliefs.What are two examples of ways you have taken a stand in your life?For someone: For a belief or idea: What are two examples of ways you have taken a stand in your life?For someone: For a belief or idea: Others who Take a Stand: Think about the people you know. Who are some people you know personally who stand up for others or who stand up for their beliefs?center65405What are two examples of other people in your life who have taken a stand?For someone:For a belief or idea:What are two examples of other people in your life who have taken a stand?For someone:For a belief or idea:17145013335000 Selecting a TopicTopic BrainstormA good way to choose a topic is to start with a general area of history you find interesting. This might be something you read about in a class or something related to family history. Using the chart below brainstorm one topic in each category that fits this year’s theme: Taking a Stand in History. PoliticsThe EnvironmentTopic IdeaTopic IdeaCivil RightsSocial IssuesTopic IdeaTopic IdeaMilitary HistoryReligionTopic IdeaTopic IdeaScience & TechnologyEducationTopic IdeaTopic IdeaBusinessArts, Music, & CultureTopic IdeaTopic Idea0000The Topic Narrowing FunnelUsing the funnels below, try narrowing down two of your general interests into more focused topics.4095751649730Taking a Stand in History00Taking a Stand in History37433251591945Taking a Stand in History00Taking a Stand in History5353050000Making meaningful connections with the theme: Taking a Stand in HistoryA strong History Day theme connection is about more than just using the theme words in your project. Look for meaningful ways your topic is connected to the theme. Remember: Your claim should show your theme connection. In what way(s) does your topic demonstrate “taking a stand?” Or…how did your topic NOT “take a stand?”Decide if your connection is weak or strong. Fill in any or all of the columns that apply to your topic. At least one of the columns must have a “strong” connection.My Topic: _________________________________________________________Taking a Stand…For a belief, right, or idea:Against a group or organization: government, business, etc.Against a physical barrier or limitation: curing a disease, breaking sports records, etc.WeakStrongTeacher approval of topic (Signature) _________________________________________________46767751905000Finding Information about your TopicAs you start to gather information it is important to have a research strategy. Your strategy has two parts. Finding reliable sources of informationKeeping track of notes and sources5276850000Research QuestionsTopic: _________________________________________________________________Who: Who was involved? Who was affected? What: What happened? What was the main event?Where: Where was/were the place(s) it took place? When: When did it happen? How long of a time period was it? Why: Why did it happen? What caused it? Why: Why is it important? What were the outcomes? Additional Questions: Theme Connection: Taking a Stand in HistoryWhat meaningful connections have you found between your topic and this year’s theme?Now put it all together in a claim: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________left952500Keeping track of your SourcesSource 1: 1.?TYPE OF SOURCE?(circle one)?????????? Primary ???????? or ??????? Secondary2.?SOURCE INFORMATION:Title / Name of SourceArticle Title (if needed)Type (book, interview, etc):Volume/Edition (if needed)Author(s)/ Editor(s):Publisher:Year Published:Pages Used:URL: (www)When it was electronically published: Date Used:3. NOTES FROM THE SOURCE:?Type of notes: (circle all that apply): Summary, paraphrase, and/or, quotationsQuotes (p.) from article/ bookWhy quote is important??4. FOR ANNOTATIONWhat is this source about? (Don’t just explain about your topic.? What is included in this source?)?Describe why it helps you with your topic/project.? What does if bring to your research that helps you understand your topic/prove your thesis??Source 2: 1.?TYPE OF SOURCE?(circle one)?????????? Primary ???????? or ??????? Secondary2.?SOURCE INFORMATION:Title / Name of SourceArticle Title (if needed)Type (book, interview, etc):Volume/Edition (if needed)Author(s)/ Editor(s):Publisher:Year Published:Pages Used:URL: (www)When it was electronically published: Date Used:3. NOTES FROM THE SOURCE:?Type of notes: (circle all that apply): Summary, paraphrase, and/or, quotationsQuotes (p.) from article/ bookWhy quote is important??4. FOR ANNOTATIONWhat is this source about? (Don’t just explain about your topic.? What is included in this source?)?Describe why it helps you with your topic/project.? What does if bring to your research that helps you understand your topic/prove your thesis?Source 3: 1.?TYPE OF SOURCE?(circle one)?????????? Primary ???????? or ??????? Secondary2.?SOURCE INFORMATION:Title / Name of SourceArticle Title (if needed)Type (book, interview, etc):Volume/Edition (if needed)Author(s)/ Editor(s):Publisher:Year Published:Pages Used:URL: (www)When it was electronically published: Date Used:3. NOTES FROM THE SOURCE:?Type of notes: (circle all that apply): Summary, paraphrase, and/or, quotationsQuotes (p.) from article/ bookWhy quote is important??4. FOR ANNOTATIONWhat is this source about? (Don’t just explain about your topic.? What is included in this source?)?Describe why it helps you with your topic/project.? What does if bring to your research that helps you understand your topic/prove your thesis?Source 4: 1.?TYPE OF SOURCE?(circle one)?????????? Primary ???????? or ??????? Secondary2.?SOURCE INFORMATION:Title / Name of SourceArticle Title (if needed)Type (book, interview, etc):Volume/Edition (if needed)Author(s)/ Editor(s):Publisher:Year Published:Pages Used:URL: (www)When it was electronically published: Date Used:3. NOTES FROM THE SOURCE:?Type of notes: (circle all that apply): Summary, paraphrase, and/or, quotationsQuotes (p.) from article/ bookWhy quote is important??4. FOR ANNOTATIONWhat is this source about? (Don’t just explain about your topic.? What is included in this source?)?Describe why it helps you with your topic/project.? What does if bring to your research that helps you understand your topic/prove your thesis?Source 5: 1.?TYPE OF SOURCE?(circle one)?????????? Primary ???????? or ??????? Secondary2.?SOURCE INFORMATION:Title / Name of SourceArticle Title (if needed)Type (book, interview, etc):Volume/Edition (if needed)Author(s)/ Editor(s):Publisher:Year Published:Pages Used:URL: (www)When it was electronically published: Date Used:3. NOTES FROM THE SOURCE:?Type of notes: (circle all that apply): Summary, paraphrase, and/or, quotationsQuotes (p.) from article/ bookWhy quote is important??4. FOR ANNOTATIONWhat is this source about? (Don’t just explain about your topic.? What is included in this source?)?Describe why it helps you with your topic/project.? What does if bring to your research that helps you understand your topic/prove your thesis? ................
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