1. 2011-2012

2. Bell-ringer  1) What comes to mind when you hear the words “research” and “argument”?  2) Do you have a library card?  3) What is the difference between a primary and a secondary source?

3. What is History Fair?  Mandatory 2 nd quarter project  Research topic in Chicago History  Make convincing argument using primary and secondary sources  Present findings to larger audience  Compete in school fair in February, advanced levels March-June

4.  What should I know about topic choices?

5. Topic must…  relate to something that happened in Chicago area history  be at least 25 years old, though impact can (and ideally should) continue today  NOT be an overused topic such as “Chicago Fire” or “Al Capone”  be approved by the teacher  fit this year’s theme **You will be given a list of possible topics, or you may choose your own with teacher approval.

6.  What is this year’s theme?

7. Revolution  Overthrow of a government or social order for a new system  Sudden and/or significant change in a situation

8. Reaction  An action performed or a feeling experienced in response to a situation or event

9. Reform  Make changes in something (a social, political, or economic institution or practice) in order to improve it

10.  What are the different ways I can present my findings? Can I have partners?

11. Research Paper  10-12 pages typed in Times New Roman 10-12 point font  Outline and annotated bibliography (such a bibliography will be required for all projects)  In-line citations, endnotes, or footnotes  Individual students only—NO partners

12. Exhibit  Poster board up to 40 inches wide, 30 inches deep, 6 feet high  Mixture of words and pictures  Looks like a mini- museum  Up to TWO students per project  Most popular category

13. Live Performance  10 minute skit based on an original script that you write  Use props, costumes, action sequences  Perform for a live audience (judges and a few observers)  Must be able to overcome stage fright  Up to FIVE students per project

14. Video Documentary  10 minute video that looks like something you’d see on Channel 11  Use pictures, video footage, interviews (if possible), sound effects, music, transitions  Requires some knowledge of computers and video editing software  Access to a computer at home is necessary  Up to FIVE students per project

15. Website  Develop a website with multiple links and pages using weebly program  Computer at home is necessary; website development skills are helpful (html code, etc.) but not required  MUST attend some after-school orientation sessions  Up to FIVE students per project

16. Exit slip  1) Summarize the most important things you learned about History Fair from this slide show and discussion.  2) Which format seems the MOST appealing to you right now, and which seems the SECOND MOST appealing? WHY?  3) Do you think you might want to work with partners (in this class or some other classes)? If so, WHO?  4) What kinds of topics and time periods interest you most? Why? Be as specific as you can.