What is the goal of this assignment?
The goal of the examination is to analyze historical events through film and the creation of infographic: A visual and textual depiction of information presented in a 1 to 2 page document.
How do I create an Infographic?
Use FSW's Canva account for students by clicking Canva for Education from the left side menu and review How to: Get Started with Canva for Students.Links to an external site.Links to an external site.
Is there an example?
Yes, in the Examinations module.
What do I need to do?
Part I: Watch 1 (one) of the following films. Google the title and Rotten TomatoesLinks to an external site. and/or IMDB Links to an external site.for reviews, runtimes, official trailers, etc. The films are available through Amazon Prime, Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming services. After you watch the film answer the questions below.
- Da 5 Bloods (2020) R <This film is strreaming on Netflix
- Rescue Dawn (2006) PG-13
- Born on the Fourth of July (1989) R
- Full Metal Jacket (1987) R
- Platoon (1986) R
Part II: Answer the following questions. Support your analysis with specific examples from the film and the historical record. Analyze individual and collective characters' experiences and relationships. Do not write a plot summary. Assume I've seen the film you select. Consider cause and effect and change over time. Think: "Who? What? Where? When? How? Why? & So What?"
- Why did the U.S. military start deploying large numbers of troops to Vietnam in 1965? Think broadly.
- Why did the U.S. withdraw from Vietnam in 1973? Think broadly.
- n your opinion, which 3 scenes from the film most effectively depict the physical and psychological effects of the Vietnam War on combatants/prisoners of war, and why? Be specific: Cite dialog, monologue, and/or narration to support your response.
- Which 3 scenes from the film resonated with you the most, and why? Be specific: Cite dialog, monologue, and/or narration to support your response.
Part III: Adhere to the following infographic design, source, and citation requirements:
- Use an infographic template that best matches your narratives and images.
- Use only a few colors and 1 font style.
- Keep it simple: Legibility and substance matter most.
- Give your infographic a title that reflects the historical focus and the film you watched.
- Include at least 1 image of a scene from the film.
- Include at least 1 relevant primary source image with a caption that includes the title, date, and information source.
- Use at least 2 secondary sources created by experts to inform your analysis.
- Include a bibliography of sources using the MLA or APA citation style.
- Refer to the Purdue University OWL Citation GuidesLinks to an external site. for help.
- Review the Research Guidance module.
What is a primary source?
A primary source is a document created at the time of the historical event under study. Examples include photos, letters, diaries, speeches, newspaper articles, and maps. I recommend searching the Digital Collections of the Library of CongressLinks to an external site. to find primary sources online.
What do I need to know about examining history through film?
- Beware of filmmakers' use of artistic license/historical inaccuracies.
- There may be unsettling and/or graphic scenes.
- Message me if you prefer to watch a PG rated film.
Rubric
Infographic Examination 3
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
|---|---|---|
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHistorical Contexts and Connections | 20 ptsEvaluates relevant historical contexts and draws connections between events in the film and historical events17 ptsIdentifies relevant historical contexts and draws connections between events in the film and historical events 14 ptsIdentifies some relevant historical contexts and draws some connections between events in the film and historical events11.2 ptsIdentifies minimal to no historical contexts and draws minimal to no connections between events in the film and historical events | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, Mechanics, and Syntax | 20 ptsCommunicates meaning clearly, accurately, and precisely with few to no grammatical, mechanical, or syntactical errors17 ptsCommunicates meaning clearly, accurately, precisely, but has some grammatical, mechanical, and/or syntactical errors 14 ptsCommunicates meaning with many grammatical, mechanical, and/or syntactical errors that affect clarity, accuracy, and/or precision11.2 ptsCommunicates with many grammatical, mechanical, and/or syntactical errors that impede meaning | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence, Analysis, and Voice | 20 ptsAnalyzes relevant evidence, develops sound arguments using critical thinking, and identifies agency17 ptsAnalyzes mostly relevant evidence and/or develops mostly sound arguments using critical thinking, and/or mostly identifies agency 14 ptsAnalyzes some relevant evidence and/or develops some sound arguments, and/or identifies some agency11.2 ptsAnalyzes minimal to no relevant evidence and/or develops minimal to no sound arguments, and/or identifies minimal to no agency | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInformation Sources and Documentation | 20 ptsSelects credible information sources and uses the MLA citation style to consistently cite sources with minimal formatting errors17 ptsSelects mostly credible information sources and uses the MLA citation style to consistently cite most or all sources with some formatting errors 14 ptsSelects some credible information sources and uses the MLA citation style to cite sources, but has many formatting errors and/or a lack of consistency11.2 ptsSelects limited or no credible information sources and uses a citation style, but has significant formatting errors and lacks consistency | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity, Logic, and Images | 20 ptsCreates a logical and visually appealing design, includes relevant images and captions for historic images, and uses an infographic generator17 ptsCreates a mostly logical and visually appealing design, may include relevant images and captions for historic images, and uses an infographic generator 14 ptsCreates a somewhat logical and visually appealing design, includes one to two relevant images and partial captions for historic images, and uses an infographic generator11.2 ptsCreates an illogical design that impedes reading, includes one to no images, includes partial to no captions for historic images, and does not use an infographic generator | 20 pts |
Total Points: 100