1. Social Studies Fair Research Paper Information

2. Works Cited Requirements At least five sources included Sources are in correct MLA format Sources are listed alphabetically Page is typed Due 10/22 (A day), 10/23 (B day)

3. 2 nd Quarter Due Dates November 11 th (A day), November 12 th (B day) : Social Studies Research Outline Due Categories of analysis January 3 rd (A day), January 4 th (B day): 50 Note cards due

4. S.S. Fair Outline Outline Must be typed. The topic and thesis (or main question to answer) must be at the beginning. Must include at least five paragraphs Must start with an introduction and the last section must be the conclusion.

5. Making an Outline 1. Identify the thesis. 2. Identify the main categories these will become the topics of each paragraph 3. Identify evidence supporting evidence of facts to explain the main categories or topic sentences Outlines can be flexible but should be followed when writing your paper

6. Outline Example Question: Should Alexander the Great be considered a hero or a villain?’ I. Introduction a.Thesis: While many consider Alexander the Great to be a villain, his brilliant military tactics, his establishment of Alexandria, and creation of Hellenistic culture are all accomplishments not of a villain but of a hero. II. Military Tactics a. used phalanx and Calvary b. inspired loyalty in his men i. led charges into battle ii. Fought alongside his men c. brilliant battle strategies i. Battle of Granicus ii. Battle of Hydypses III. Established Alexandria, Egypt a. Built foundations of city b. Library at Alexandria, Lighthouse IV. Created Hellenistic Culture a. Greek, Persian, Egyption, Indian cultures combined i. forced officers to marry Persian wives, to procreate ii. Wore Persian style of dress iii. Took scientists with him on his journey to record important information of other cultures V. Conclusion a. reword thesis b. reiterate position: Alexander the Great is a hero

7. S.S. Fair Research Paper – Outline Rubric Requirements Typed Includes Title Includes Thesis Should include categories of analysis Identified Main Categories Identified evidence to support thesis at least two major pieces of evidence per paragraph

8. Note taking Stage In this stage, you will be using your sources to gather information on your topic. We will record the information onto note cards which will help keep you organized. Pre-AP will need 50 note cards.

9. Note card Requirements The correct # of note cards are turned in Pre-AP: 50 Note cards have correct format Information is quotation or paraphrased Information is accurate and relevant

10. Note-taking Tips Direct quotation – repeats the words of a source exactly and has quotation marks Paraphrase – states an idea expressed in a source, but not in the same words Summary – condenses an idea expressed in a source, so it says the same thing in fewer and different words

11. Note card Template 1. Place in outline (LEAVE BLANK) 2. Author’s Last, First 3. Information from source, which should be enough to fill the note card and either a direct quotation (with quotes) or properly paraphrased (NO PLAGIARIZING!). _______________________ ______________________________________________________ _______________________________________ 4. (page number). 5. Note card number

12. Note card Example III. Kennedy’s Political Experience2. Winkler, Allan M. Kennedy first made a bid for Congress in 1945, seeking a seat to represent the state of Massachusetts. While he was only 29 years old, he had a number of experiences that helped his chances: he had served in a war, had funding from his family, and had a well- known, reputable name (157). #1