The United States identity has been created from the contributions of a diverse population. This lesson explores the diversity in our county. Many people admire the fact that many diverse people were involved in the creation of the United States. These people bring with them their unique backgrounds of their ancestry, belief systems, and ideology. By researching a historical figure that influenced our national identity in a significant way, students will begin to appreciate how important the contributions are from diverse individuals.
Students apply conventions of language for effective communication.
Students locate, evaluate and use relevant information sources for their reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing. A rubric for this research paper should be used. Students will prepare a written monologue sharing the information they uncovered during the research for their formal report. A checklist for this oral presentation, including eye contact, voice projection, etc., should be used. Teacher will keep an ongoing record of anecdotal notes and observations.