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2024 Spring Changemakers Project : Your Task

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Reminders

  • Use pictures effectively to engage your audience and enhance your message.
  • Be prepared to answer questions and engage in discussions with your classmates.

  • Use text sparingly on your actual slides. Instead, prepare and rehearse speaker notes for yourself. Do not read off your slides.

  • Use the resources from the LibGuide to conduct your research and cite your sources appropriately. Do not use outside resources without permission from your teacher.

Your Task:

Conduct Your Research

Using databases from this LibGuide, gather information in the following areas. Please search for information in a minimum of 3 databases. 

 

Create Your Presentation

You will use the information that you gather to create a oral presentation using the outline below.

Slide 1: Introduction

Content:

  • Briefly introduce yourself and your chosen topic.
  • Briefly mention your connection to Before We Were Free

Slide 2: The Oppression and Injustice

Content:

  • Describe the historical context and the specific injustice faced by the group involved.
  • Explain who benefited from the oppressive system and who suffered under it
  • Provide specific examples of the injustices experienced

Slide 3: The Rise of Resistance

Content:

  • Introduce the key figures involved in the movement.
  • Explain what motivated them to take action and fight the injustice.
  • Describe the core principles and objectives of their movement.

  • Explain the specific methods they used to challenge the system (e.g peaceful protests, boycotts, marches).

Slide 4: Impact and Outcome

Content:

  • Describe the impact of the movement on the oppressive system.
  • Explain how it brought awareness, challenged the status quo, and mobilized supporters.
  • Highlight the successes and achievements of the movement.
  • Share specific examples of how their actions led to change (e.g., laws being passed, policies changing, increased awareness).
  • Acknowledge any ongoing challenges or setbacks faced by the movement.

Slide 5: Connection to Before We Were Free and Present Day

Content:

  • Explain how the changemaker you researched connects to the themes and characters in Before We Were Free

  • Share your own reflections on the importance of fighting for justice and equality.

  • Reflect on what actions you could take to promote justice and equality in your own life or community.