1. Science - Test tomorrow on Minerals.
2. Social studies - name all the supreme court justices. Sort them by race and gender.
3. Research outlines given. Being working on your research paper. Topic: The N-Word. A historical and contemporary view.
4. Writing/Reading- Complete worksheet based on the film " The Amistad."
5. Outline:
HEre is the outline for the next research paper:
Use of the N- Word – Grade 7
Research Report
You are being asked to write a research report about the use of the N-Word. Presently there is a lot of debate that exists over the word. Some regard the word as still discriminatory while others regard its use as a term of endearment.
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Introduction – introduce paper; tell what your report will focus on/cover
History – What are the roots of the N word within a historical context?
Contemporary – How has the use of the N- Word evolved?
Controversy – What debate surrounds this word? Give arguments from both sides.
Conclusion – What are you feeling on this subject? Explain your reasons for reaching the conclusions you have made.
Student Assessment Process:
The students written research paper will be graded following the criteria/rubric below.
Cover – 10pts.
· Title
· Picture
· Your Name
· Grade
· Date – Date that Assignment is due – 01/24/03
· Teacher’s Name
Essay – written assignment – 65pts.
· Must include content discussed
Bibliography – 20pts.
· You must use at least two sources as a resource for information
· Must follow format discussed/covered in class
Neatness – Overall presentation of assignment – 5pts.
· Must be typed – Font 12 – Double Spaced
· Correct Grammar – Word Usage; Punctuation; Tenses; Sentence Structure
· Spelling
Schedule of Dates:
Drafts are due on Monday the 30th
Presentations are due on Wednesday November 1st
Finals are due Friday the 3rd of November.
