Purpose
Learners will write a research paper analyzing a historical topic covered in the course, demonstrating the ability to locate sources, and clearly communicate an argument that analyzes complex historical questions.
Objectives
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a historically relevant
topic/question
Demonstrate research skills by providing relevant information to support their interpretation and argument of historical question
Details
– Students will begin by selecting a topic of their choice covered during the
couree
– Students will then develop a historically relevant question that analyzes various aspects of Western Civilizations
– Students will need to develop questions that address questions of how or
why rather than factually based questions, students want to an analytical essay and not a report
– Students must then locate at least 10 sources (5 primary and 5 secondary)
that will assist them in answering their question(s)
Students will then write a formal 2500-3000-word analytical essay that presents a clear argument or thesis that may be supported by secondary and primary
sources.
Format should include Times New Roman 12-in font, standard margins, and double spaced
Proper citations should be used for all references made to sources along with a Works Cited page using the Chicago style