Directing+a+Better+World




 * Class Blog **

(look @ pg 3 & 4 "Proposed Idea") ** Directing a Better World ** ** A Collaborative, Interactive Project Designed to Impact our Community and Our World ** **__ Tier I—the Research, Planning, and Writing Stage __** [] [] Your 8+ annotations should follow this format and be arranged alphabetically on the page(s): Summary of Citation (1 paragraph) Evaluation (1-2 sentences assessing the credibility of the resource) The Annotated Bibliography should be collaboratively produced. Due (250-500 words, collaboratively written) Due _ **__ Tier II—The Advertisement Stage __** Select one of the following Advertising Strategies to garner interest in your project topic. All of the options should employ a minimum of 3 persuasive advertising techniques, as well as rhetorical strategies to influence your audience. The advertisement is collaboratively produced. Due _
 * Overview—To have democracy means that one must participate in it. To pursue one’s dreams can mean to make changes in homes, in communities, or even in law. How can a person today do these things? The classroom goal here is to foster an active, participatory citizenry. <span style="background-color: transparent !important; background-position: initial initial !important; background-repeat: initial initial !important; border: none !important; display: inline !important; float: none !important; font-family: DokChampa !important; font-size: 13px !important; font-style: normal !important; font-variant: normal !important; font-weight: bold !important; height: auto !important; line-height: 19.5px !important; margin: 0px !important; min-height: 0px !important; min-width: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; text-decoration: underline !important; vertical-align: baseline !important; width: auto !important;">[[image:http://cdncache1-a.akamaihd.net/items/it/img/arrow-10x10.png height="19.5"]] will demonstrate initiative by selecting and acting upon an outreach topic of their choice—one that will inspire others to direct a better world! **
 * Select a topic of social justice that is relevant to our community, our society. What is the problem? Why is it a problem? How will you bring about awareness of the issue? How can we address the issue and bring about **** change **** ? **
 * Tier I Overview ** —While researching your topic, plan how you will convey the problem or address an issue to an audience of peers, parents, and community members.
 * Justification Statement ** —this is a discussion of the issue, addressing its relevance to the audience. Justify the reason for pursuing justice in this issue or topic. What is the problem? Why is it a problem? Why is it relevant to the audience? (200-300 words, **individually** written) Due __
 * Annotated Bibliography ** —this section takes the research (from multiple sources) and depicts the findings, showing thoroughness of investigation and credibility of each source. A minimum of 8 sources from various mediums (personal interview, Internet research, newspaper articles, books, etc.) should be included. Use the following links to guide your instruction:
 * 1) I. Citation
 * Project Proposal ** —this is a detailed process analysis of HOW you intend to portray the idea in Tier III. Provide a step by step breakdown, including how you intend to use persuasive appeal in the product (ethos, pathos, logos). How will you embed research? What local organization can you help by bringing attention to your social issue? What do hope to glean from the outcome of your project?

**__ Tier III—The Performance Stage __** __ This is the feature portion of the project. Everything leads to Tier III where you will showcase your research in a rhetorically polished production video that does all of the following**: informs, inspires, and influences** the audience. Everything from the music, to the lighting, to the font should be intentionally selected to showcase your topic and persuade your audience. __ __ Your production piece may be shown at the LIVE ** Directing a Better World ceremony on March 25th. ** Select from the following categories: documentary, drama, comedy/satire, action/suspense __ __ Video Time Frame 3-5 minutes __ __ Include <span style="background-color: transparent !important; background-position: initial initial !important; background-repeat: initial initial !important; border: none !important; display: inline !important; float: none !important; font-family: DokChampa !important; font-size: 13px !important; font-style: normal !important; font-variant: normal !important; font-weight: normal !important; height: auto !important; line-height: 20px !important; margin: 0px !important; min-height: 0px !important; min-width: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; text-decoration: underline !important; vertical-align: baseline !important; width: auto !important;"> at the end __
 * Commercial ** —create a commercial to bring awareness to your topic. Commercials will be submitted for morning announcements at NGA and WCHS.
 * Laminated Posters with QR codes— ** create a series of rhetorically effective posters to bring about awareness of the topic, as well as the show. Include a QR code that links to your video or informative website on the topic. Get the posters laminated and post around NGA and WCHS in anticipation of the show.
 * Get Creative Option— ** imagine a unique, creative way to get the attention of your schoolmates and community members. What strategy would best fit your topic? For instance, if your topic was sex trafficking, what if you made bar codes bracelets for everyone to wear in order to show the loss of identity and ownership side of the issue? Think beyond the box for this one, and you must get prior approval for your idea.
 * Website— ** create a website to showcase your research and important information about your topic.
 * Letter to Congressman ** *--get permission from Dr. Cash for this option.
 * Due Date & Video Presentation **


 * Tier IV—Directing a Better World—The Oscars-Style Ceremony Tuesday, March 25th **

__ Invite your friends, invite your family, invite your neighbors. This is THE EVENT of the year! __ __ After voting on the top videos, we will have an Oscars-Style show at the WCHS auditorium. The red carpet will be rolled out and ready for the nominees to be recognized. Who will be the WINNER? __ __ When—March 25, WCHS Auditorium __ __ Time—7 pm for public, all <span style="background-color: transparent !important; background-position: initial initial !important; background-repeat: initial initial !important; border: none !important; display: inline !important; float: none !important; font-family: DokChampa !important; font-size: 13px !important; font-style: normal !important; font-variant: normal !important; font-weight: normal !important; height: auto !important; line-height: 20px !important; margin: 0px !important; min-height: 0px !important; min-width: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; text-decoration: underline !important; vertical-align: baseline !important; width: auto !important;"> of this project are expected to be there no later than 6:30. __ __ Attire—Wear your best. (All presenters should wear Homecoming attire.) __ For this project to work, we need your help:
 * EXTRAS __**
 * T-Shirt Design—are you artistic and good at graphic design? Submit a design for a project t-shirt. Submit by _. We will vote on the design for our official class t-shirt.
 * Newspaper Article—are you interested in journalism? We need an article written and submitted to the local paper. The article should raise awareness about the project and invite the community to attend the show.
 * Presenters—we need at least 12 people (6 guys, 6 girls) to present the awards categories at the show. You should enjoy dressing up and speaking in front of a crowd.
 * Hosts—We need two enigmatic individuals who will host the ceremony.


 * __ Assessment __**
 * 4=exemplary, polished **
 * 3=proficient, shows promise **
 * 2=average, meets the basic requirements **
 * 1=insufficient, does not indicate understanding or communicate effort **

Clearly articulated statement that answers the overarching questions, demonstrating the relevance of chosen topic Organized, cohesive flow of ideas and use of effective writing strategies Minimum of 8 credible, diverse resources, correctly cited Succinct yet informative summary of sources and evaluation of their effectiveness for research purposes Completely answers the proposed questions, offering evidence of research and a clearly proposed idea Provides a thorough understanding of persuasive and rhetorical appeals and how they will impact audience Final draft is polished and professional, demonstrating a command of the English language.
 * __ Tier I __**
 * Justification Statement **
 * Annotated Bibliography **
 * Proposal **

x 2.5=__/70 points__

__** Tier II—The Advertising Stage **__ __Product is polished, attentive to detail and visual design__ __Message is clear, powerful, incorporating pithy diction and apt phrasing__ __Persuasive appeal (effective use of strategies)__ __x2__ __ + 6 publication points = ___/30 points

Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically Content—purpose/message is clear, creatively communicated, and rhetorically appropriate Persuasive appeal—use of strategies, ethos, pathos, and logos to influence audience Performance quality—sound, images, lighting/other—all combine to create a masterful piece Timing/performance continuity—smooth transitioning, logical sequence, appropriate pacing Introduction is compelling, captures audience’s attention; conclusion packs a punch Overall engagement quality—inspiring, influential, instructive—entertaining x 13 Credits—all images, music, research should be properly cited and categorized 9 points Yes No
 * Tier III—The Performance Piece **


 * _/100 points **


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