Georgia Research Project: Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

You will select a historic site or institution in the state of Georgia and will conduct research about it. You will then complete a series of tasks about the topic you have chosen.



STAGES OF THE PROJECT:1.You will select a historic site or institution from the state of Georgia.2.You will choose THREE different aspects of this topic that you wish to learn about (see list below).3.You will conduct research into each of these aspects, selecting one source foreach (i.e., you must have THREE items on your Works Cited page).4.You will conduct a series of tasks using your topic (see explanation below).The first stage of the project is to select your topic. It is important that you choose something that is (a) of historic and/or cultural importance, and (b) researchable. Here are some examples of historic sites you can select



Hartsfield-Jackson Airport



Once you have selected your site, your next task will be to select THREE aspects or dimensions of the site you wish to learn more about. Each of the dimensions you choose will become ONE RESEARCH PARAGRAPH.Here are a few general areas of research:History:When/where/why/how did the site or institution begin?People:Who are some of the people associated with the site or institution (in the past or now) and what role do/did they play?Significance:What is the historic importance of this site to Atlanta, the United States, or the larger world?Current activities:What are some of the activities this site or institution currently engages in, and what is their importance?Important events: What are some events the site is known for? These can be positive events or controversies/scandals.Notable features: What are some of the attractions this place has to offer to visitors?


English 1101 / Ms. E-Z FINAL ASSESSMENT: GEORGIA RESEARCH PROJECT You have now completed a self-portrait and a persuasive essay. These assignments have exercised and stretched your writing skills and your research and documentation skills. You are ready to embark on our third and final project, which will take these skills to a higher level. Here is a general description of this project: You will select a historic site or institution in the state of Georgia and will conduct research about it. You will then complete a series of tasks about the topic you have chosen. STAGES OF THE PROJECT: 1. You will select a historic site or institution from the state of Georgia. 2. You will choose THREE different aspects of this topic that you wish to learn about (see list below). 3. You will conduct research into each of these aspects, selecting one source for each (i.e., you must have THREE items on your Works Cited page). 4. You will conduct a series of tasks using your topic (see explanation below). The first stage of the project is to select your topic. It is important that you choose something that is (a) of historic and/or cultural importance, and (b) researchable. Here are some examples of historic sites you can select:  The CDC  Stone Mountain  The Civil Rights Museum  The Georgia Aquarium  The Atlanta Botanical Garden  The King Center  Tyler Perry Studios  Hartsfield-Jackson Airport Here are some examples of institutions you can select:  Georgia State University  The Atlanta Braves / Hawks / Falcons  Atlanta area public schools  Coca Cola  The Atlanta film industry  TV shows such as “Atlanta” or “Ru Paul’s Drag Race”  Home Depot or another Atlanta business  Infrastructure / the growth of the city NOTE: THIS IS JUST A PARTIAL LIST! Atlanta is known for many, many other sites and institutions. It is important that you choose a place that matters to you and to the wider community. Once you have selected your site, your next task will be to select THREE aspects or dimensions of the site you wish to learn more about. Each of the dimensions you choose will become ONE RESEARCH PARAGRAPH. Here are a few general areas of research: History: When/where/why/how did the site or institution begin? People: Who are some of the people associated with the site or institution (in the past or now) and what role do/did they play? Significance: What is the historic importance of this site to Atlanta, the United States, or the larger world? Current activities: What are some of the activities this site or institution currently engages in, and what is their importance? Important events: What are some events the site is known for? These can be positive events or controversies/scandals. Notable features: What are some of the attractions this place has to offer to visitors? For each area you choose, you must select ONE valid source of information. This information must be cited in the paragraph and also included in your Works Cited page. TASKS: I. INTRODUCTION/PROPOSAL PARAGRAPH:(10%) – due before class on July 27. You will write a paragraph in which you explain your reasons for your choice – what this site or institution means to the state of Georgia and the significance it has for you individually. You will also identify the areas you have chosen to research and explain your reasons for choosing these areas. YOU MAY USE FIRST PERSON IN THIS INTRODUCTION. II. MINI-PRESENTATION (5%): during class on July 27 You will compile a few interesting facts about your site or institution and will make a brief presentation about them during our last day of class. During your presentation, you should read your proposal paragraph to the class and explain what you have learned about your topic so far. (Note: although this presentation will be informal, it WILL be graded. A failure to conduct research and prepare for the presentation will result in a low grade.) III. WORKS CITED/OVERVIEW OF SOURCES: (25%): due July 26 before midnight You will present a correctly formatted Works Cited page that includes three different sources. Sources must be reliable and current. For each source on your list, you will provide a brief summary or overview. The Works Cited page will be worth 10 points and the summary of sources will be worth 15 points (5 points per source). I will give you a template to fill out for this. IV. RESEARCH PARAGRAPHS: (60%): due before midnight on Friday, July 31. You will write ONE paragraph about each of the areas you have researched. Each of the paragraphs must have one citation (either for a quote or for a paraphrase). Each paragraph will be worth 20 points (15 for content, 5 for citations). YOU MAY NOT USE THE FIRST PERSON IN THESE PARAGRAPHS. IMPORTANT RULES: (1) No second person (“you” or “your”) anywhere in your paragraphs. (2) No first person in your research paragraphs. (3) Avoid grammatical errors (verb tense shifts, fragments, run-ons, etc.) (4) One in-text citations for each research paragraph. (5) You may include quotes if you want, but they are not required. (6) No more than 20% similarity on turnitin.com. (7) You will have only “one shot” at this assignment – no revisions! Have fun with this project and make it meaningful! It is worth 30% of your grade in the course. Grading Rubric: INTRODUCTION: 10 POINTS Wording and Grammar: 7 points Content: 8 points MINI-PRESENTATION: 5 POINTS Preparation: 2 points Content: 3 points WORKS CITED AND SUMMARY OF SOURCES: 25 POINTS Works Cited page (format and content) 10 points Summary of sources: 5 points per source RESEARCH PARAGRAPHS: 60 POINTS (20 points per paragraph) Quality of information: 10 points Wording and grammar: 5 points Citations: 5 points TOTAL: 100 POINTS