Task 3: Research Topics
Topic A: Debt, Spending & the Global Economy
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topic B:
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Topic C: The Environment
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Topic D: HEalth & HEalthcare
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Topic E: Prison-Industrial Complex
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TOpic F: Terrorism & Foreign Policy
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Topic G: Security, Secrecy & Leaks
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Topic H: The Future of Technology
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Task 4: Oral History & Research topic Interviews
Interview an older family member, neighbor or other acquaintance about three subjects:
Type up your findings in a three-page report (one page for each topic).
- An historical event or issue that we have studied this year. For example, you might ask a grandparent about their recollection of John F. Kennedy's presidency or the Nixon Watergate scandal. Or you might ask your parents about their reaction to the 9/11 attacks and the invasion of Afghanistan.
- One research topic from Task 3 above. Share what you have learned in your research and ask them their thoughts and opinions on the subject.
- A second research topic from Task 3 above.
Type up your findings in a three-page report (one page for each topic).
Task 5: AUthentic Assessment
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Citizenship is about action and it's time to put to use everything you have learned this year. Contact the White House and your congressmen about an issue you feel needs their attention.
You may or may not receive a response. If you do, it will likely take weeks or even months and will probably be a boilerplate that only tangentially addresses your concerns. Nevertheless, congressional and White House staffers do keep a basic tally of "pro" and "con" letters and phone calls on controversial issues. If you feel comfortable sharing your letter or the response you receive, please let me know. I will post your samples here for future classes to use as a reference. Suggestions for Writing
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"Contact Me" Websites
Once you have edited the final draft of your letter, use the links below to send it. Be sure to alter the salutation appropriately before you submit the letter.
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Pres. Barack Obama
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Senator
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Senator
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Representative
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