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** The Evolution of Heroism: A Voicethread ** Each group must research several heroes to use as examples as you trace the evolution of one heroic trait through history. Since we have discussed heroism in the Middle Ages as we read about Beowulf, Sir Gawain, and King Arthur, you should begin your Voicethread with one of these heroes.
 * __Task:__ **


 * __Procedure:__ **
 * 1) As a group, choose one heroic trait. This is the trait you will trace over time. Each group will have a different trait. If there is a conflict, we will draw from a hat to decide.
 * 2) Each member of the group chooses a different era to focus on. There is a list of time periods on the back of this sheet.
 * Research heroes from your era. As you research these heroes, you should choose the one who you believe best serves as an example of how your trait has evolved since the Middle Ages. You may also need background research about the time period itself to be able to put your trait and hero in context.
 * Find a picture of your hero
 * Take notes on your hero’s traits and actions to discuss with your group.
 * Create an MLA citation for the sources you used.

3. After all members of the group have completed their research, the group must
 * Discuss the examples each member found and
 * ** __Analyze how their trait has evolved through these examples.__ ** This analysis is the most important part of your project. Keep the focus on what has happened to the trait over time, and just use the hero as an example to illustrate this idea. This is not a biography project. The group should now
 * Summarize the discussion in writing as preparation for the Voicethread. Use the discussion sheet provided and take good notes as you talk.

4. After your group analyzes your research, you should
 * Plan the text for the presentation on the **storyboards** provided. Once your storyboards are finalized by //all members// of the group, you can
 * Begin creating your Voicethread together.

The following chart is divided by time period so each group member can focus on one period of time. Make a list of potential heroes and then decide on the best one for your presentation.

The Evolution of Heroism: A VoiceThread Project RUBRIC . This project is worth 100 points. ** How do heroes reflect the values and characteristics of their society? **
 * Time periods and Heroes: || Group member in charge of researching this time period ||
 * The Renaissance (1300s – 1600s) ||  ||
 * The Enlightenment and Napoleonic Era ( late 1600s – 1815) ||  ||
 * The Industrial Revolution through WWI (1700s – 1918) ||  ||
 * Post WWI Era through modern day (1918 - 2010 ) ||  ||

The day your project is due, you must hand in this rubric along with all your Voicethread materials. Since the commentary is pre-recorded, groups will present even if only one group member is present. Each member should have full awareness of all the parts of the project to answer any questions at the end of the presentation. As you present your Voicethread to the class, you will be graded based on the following components. Planning sheet from each member _ Discussion sheet (one for the group) _ Storyboards (one set for the group) _ Research on heroes from different time periods _ One image of each hero you are using as an example from each time period _ Text included in the VoiceThread _ Audio track recorded into the VoiceThread (do not use comment bubbles). _ Analysis of how the trait has evolved & explanation of why/how each hero to illustrates this _ To conclude the Voicethread, each person displays · a written, personal definition of a hero · an image of a personal hero, · a Wordle on their hero _ __Does the VoiceThread represent your best work and is it effective in supporting your purpose?__ _Did you thoroughly analyze the evolution of your trait throughout history? _Do you clearly explain to your audience how your research led you to understand how society felt about your trait at various points in time? _Have you chosen heroes who clearly illustrate the analysis you provide? _Is the analysis substantive, logical, and appropriate for class level? NOTE: This is not a biography project. I do not want a lengthy retelling of your hero’s life story. The skill you need to demonstrate is use of evidence to effectively support your conclusions about how your trait has (or has not) evolved.
 * Completion of all the required elements: (10 points) **
 * Thread Quality (20 points): Images, Text, Pre-Recorded Audio **
 * Are high-quality images used so that they are clear and easily visible?
 * Is the text neat, organized, and clearly legible? (Do not use comment bubbles for text—it is not visible during presentation.)
 * Is the text free of errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation?
 * Is the audio track clear, with few errors? Is it appropriately expressive?
 * Is the audio track lined up appropriately with the images and text on the screen?
 * Analysis of trait: (50 points) **

_ Were appropriate research sources used to provide substantial evidence for your purpose? _ Was the research relevant and integrated appropriately into the project? _ Was research appropriately cited within the project? _ Was Works Cited page in correct MLA format? **This is a research assignment. ** · **Library MLA books and web page ** · **Heroism Wiki on the library page ** · **MLA sources on-line ** · **Mrs. O’Connor ** · **Mrs. Cohen ** · **Any English teacher in the department **
 * Research and Works Cited: (20 points) **
 * If you do not cite your research and provide a works cited, it is plagiarism and you will receive a zero. Please ask for help //before //  the project is due if you are still unsure about how to cite sources or create a works cited. There are many resources for help: **

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