POSSIBLE PROJECTS

HISTORY 2018

1. Construct a Family Tree

        1) Compile a chart of ancestors going back at least 5 generations.

        2) Include a bibliography of sources used to find or document entries.

        3) Report on at least one personal interview with an elderly family member.

        4) Include at least one story about an ancestor which places your family in a particular

                historical context.

2. Visit a Local Historical Site

        1) Give a brief description of the site.

        2) Summarize the historical significance of the site.

        3) Evaluate the site from the perspective of a professional historian.

                    a) Is it historically accurate?

                    b) Does it convey the right history to the visitor?

                    c) What improvements could be made in it?

        4)Evaluate the site from the perspective of a casual visitor.

                    a) Is the site fun or interesting?

                    b) Is the site user-friendly?

                    c) What improvements could be made in it?

3. Critically Review an Historical Novel

        1) In consultation with the instructor choose a novel set in the proper time frame.

        2) Briefly summarize the historical context of the novel.

        3) Evaluate the historical A accuracy@ of the novel= s setting.

        4) Critique the novel for literary value.

4. Conduct an Oral History Project on Cultural Diversity

        1) Choose a topic dealing with a culture other than your own.

        2) Plan and carry out a series of interviews which will give you personal insight into the

                topic.

        3) Prepare a written report of your findings.

        4) Analyze how knowledge of this culture has helped you.

5. Critically Review a Group of Movies Dealing with a Particular Historical Period or Event.

        1) See the instructor for specifics.