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Historical Writing in Today’s World
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The Art of Social Change Poetry
Historical Writing in Today’s World (Assignment Sheet)
The goal of this assignment is to critically analyze literature that was read in class, use quotes, and write a paper.
Directions:
1) Select a theme from the text that has been discussed in class. The following are some ideas for themes. If you have ideas that are relevant to the texts and our discussions, you are not limited to these.
2) To explore your theme, use brainstorming and freewriting techniques.
3) Figure out which aspect(s) of the theme(s) you’re most interested in. Why are you doing this? You will be able to write a thesis statement from this point forward.
4) Be specific in your thesis statement. You will be able to avoid writing a simple summary or review of the text as a result of this. It will assist you in thinking critically and providing focus and depth to your analysis.
5) You may rely on your own critical thinking or additional research. We’ll go over basic MLA citations if you use outside sources, which you will in your final paper.
6) Short but pertinent quotes from the text are encouraged. Make a smooth transition to quotes and talk about how they back up your claim.
7) The depth of your literary analysis should be explored in multiple body paragraphs. You could stop at three body paragraphs, but you might find it more natural and engaging to go on. Allow yourself to be creative in your writing, and focus less on “what the teacher wants” and more on the journey of your ideas.
8) Conclusions provide an opportunity to bring your analysis to a satisfying conclusion. Give us something to think about in the form of an idea, an image, or a question.
The following are some examples of themes:
1) Examine the Navajo/Dine song “Song of the Earth.” Explain the described view of the Earth and compare it to other cultures’ views of the Earth.
2) In Walt Whitman’s late-nineteenth-century poem “I Sing the Body Electric,” Whitman argues that the body is sacred. Investigate why this was such a contentious issue at the time.
3 Examine Songs of Innocence and/or Experience by William Blake. What exactly does he have to say about London society? How does it compare (or not) to modern society?
4) Investigate Blake’s argument in “The Marriage of Heaven and Hell” that “progression comes from contraries.” In conservative 18th century London, how does this statement explain the “Proverbs from Hell”? You can also see if this statement is still relevant today if you want to.
5) Choose three Proverbs from The Marriage of Heaven and Hell to analyze. Examine how they are still relevant today.
6) Examine (or compare) the works of Phillis Wheatley and Frances Watkins Harper, and discuss how these women defied power structures to write anti-slavery poems during the abolitionist era.
7) If you’re a last-minute writer (which I don’t recommend), you might want to look into the works of Harlem Renaissance poet Langston Hughes. Others, such as Claude McKay. How did this period (and these poems) use art to consciously change culture?
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Excellent Quality 95-100%
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Introduction
45-41 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Literature Support 91-84 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Methodology 58-53 points Content is well-organized with headings for each slide and bulleted lists to group related material as needed. Use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. to enhance readability and presentation content is excellent. Length requirements of 10 slides/pages or less is met. |
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Average Score 50-85% |
40-38 points More depth/detail for the background and significance is needed, or the research detail is not clear. No search history information is provided. |
83-76 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is little integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are included. Summary of information presented is included. Conclusion may not contain a biblical integration. |
52-49 points Content is somewhat organized, but no structure is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. is occasionally detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met. |
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Poor Quality 0-45% |
37-1 points The background and/or significance are missing. No search history information is provided. |
75-1 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is no integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are not included in the summary of information presented. Conclusion does not contain a biblical integration. |
48-1 points There is no clear or logical organizational structure. No logical sequence is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects etc. is often detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met |
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