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HISTORY 2610

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Unit 7: Discussion Response

Expectations

The discussion responses you submit for each Discussion Post should all follow the same format and style. These should be 250-350 words, and are meant to be written in a "blog style," as opposed to more formal writing. The intention behind this is to map the process of learning and analyzing history--therefore it should have a tone of personal reflection in addition to analysis. Reflect on the content you've learned in this unit. Then, consider your position/experience and how you relate to this material (yes--you can use first-person). Though there is an overall informal tone to these posts, your answers should employ critical thinking (as opposed to regurgitating material) and effectively apply reading and media sources from the unit's module within your overall analysis. Include several specifics from course material, offering really simplistic citations in parentheses such as: (name of textbook chapter), (name of primary source), (name of historian video).

Background

In December of 2019, most of the world had little idea about what was beginning and would overtake the globe within a matter of months: the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. The scope and toll of the coronavirus will not be fully understood for a number of years. However, a century has passed since the 1918 Influenza Pandemic and a lot has been written about how we can interpret its impact. After completing your readings and watching Dr. Moran's video, visit the "Influenza Encyclopedia" page where you can browse by subject on what to read more about from this past pandemic. There will be many words that you'll find familiar from this past year. Browse the "Influenza Encyclopedia: Browse by Subject" page. Drawing on this unit's material, write a 250-350 word post considering the below questions in your response.

Questions

  1. How did the influenza pandemic affect American life?
  2. From what you read about the aftermath of WWI, do you think that anything about the social, political, or economic atmosphere of the post-war period dictated the response or attitude toward the 1918 pandemic?
  3. Pick 3 subjects from the subject page of the "Influenza Encyclopedia" to read about (such as, but not limited to, "face masks," "federal guidance," or "quarantine") . What seems familiar or different about the aspects of each of the subjects you chose?
  4. Why is it important to delve into the history and impact of the 1918 pandemic?

    Unit 8: Discussion Response

    Expectations

    The discussion responses you submit for each Discussion Post should all follow the same format and style. These should be 250-350 words, and are meant to be written in a "blog style," as opposed to more formal writing. The intention behind this is to map the process of learning and analyzing history--therefore it should have a tone of personal reflection in addition to analysis. Reflect on the content you've learned in this unit. Then, consider your position/experience and how you relate to this material (yes--you can use first-person). Though there is an overall informal tone to these posts, your answers should employ critical thinking (as opposed to regurgitating material) and effectively apply reading and media sources from the unit's module within your overall analysis. Include several specifics from course material, offering really simplistic citations in parentheses such as: (name of textbook chapter), (name of primary source), (name of historian video).

    Background

    The 1920s was a time of great change. The American identity was destabilized, and especially marginalized Americans took this opportunity to redefine themselves and their culture in American society. As change continued, tensions mounted. Drawing on this unit's material, write a 250-350 word post considering the below questions in your response.

    Questions

    1. How did both women and African Americans attempt to redefine themselves in the 1920s?
    2. How did various groups push back against these changes?
    3. Why is it significant to appreciate both the social changes occurring at that time in American history as well as the protests to change? Unit 8 references and recommended reading

      Unit 9: Discussion Response

      Expectations

      The discussion responses you submit for each Discussion Post should all follow the same format and style. These should be 250-350 words, and are meant to be written in a "blog style," as opposed to more formal writing. The intention behind this is to map the process of learning and analyzing history--therefore it should have a tone of personal reflection in addition to analysis. Reflect on the content you've learned in this unit. Then, consider your position/experience and how you relate to this material (yes--you can use first-person). Though there is an overall informal tone to these posts, your answers should employ critical thinking (as opposed to regurgitating material) and effectively apply reading and media sources from the unit's module within your overall analysis. Include several specifics from course material, offering really simplistic citations in parentheses such as: (name of textbook chapter), (name of primary source), (name of historian video).

      Background

      The Great Depression touched nearly every American's life in a profound way during the 1930s. However, people were effected in different ways and had varied opinions on what should be done and how involved the federal government should be in relief. Roosevelt's New Deal garnered a great deal of support as well as criticism. Drawing on this unit's material, write a 250-350 word post considering the below questions in your response.

      Questions

      1. Discuss several examples of how harshly people were struggling during the Depression.
      2. What New Deal programs seemed successful in aiding people in need?
      3. What aspects of the New Deal garnered criticism? Why?
      4. Why is it important for us to investigate periods of crisis in American history, like the Depression, and understand the divided attitudes towards the federal government's involvement in crisis recovery?
        Unit 9 references and recommended reading Exam 2: Units 6-10.

        Instructions:

        This exam consists of two sections: short answer and essay. From when this test becomes available, you will have just less than one week to submit your responses in either a single file upload. The exam covers all module material from Unit 6 through Unit 10.

        Section 1: Significant Identifications

        You are responsible for 4 identification short answers. I expect you to, in a short paragraph of 100-150 words, accomplish the following: (1) identify the term, (2) define how it relates to the period, and (3) explain the significance of the term in learning the broader scope of American history.
        1. 1912 Presidential Election
        2. W.E.B Du Bois
        3. Woodrow Wilson and World War I
        4. The Red Summer
        5. The Flapper
        6. The Great Migration
        7. The New Deal
        8. The Bracero Program

        Section 2: Essay

        Historians use primary sources to construct historical arguments. For your essay, you will need to use a variety of sources, including primary, that we have utilized in class to craft an argumentative essay. Use as much evidence and be as specific as you can to type a 500-700 word essay responding to the prompt below. You must provide at least 2 citations. Template for citing your sources: (name of textbook chapter); (name of primary source); (name of historian video).