RACE-RELATED+ISSUES

= RACE-BASED CONTROVERSIAL TOPICS IN THE U.S. TODAY =

Presentation Grading Rubric:


= Presentation Date: WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY, MARCH 21 - 23 =

=== Find the following about your topic: __definitions of key terms__, __key laws or court cases__, __key individuals involved with the issue over the years__, and __important statistics__. Your first 2-3 slides should provide some of this basic background information for the class. ===

Best ways to find this information:
=== - Use the specialized Library Resources and trusted, neutral websites. Choose NEWS sites or governments sites, or widely-trusted websites that are run by well-known organizations. (Some links on the "Darkroom" Wiki page may help you.) ===

=== NOTE: To do an effective Google search: Do NOT ask a question. Instead, type in only KEY WORDS for your topic. Try several combinations. For example, "voting rights discrimination" or "Uber race bias" or "prison stats by race." ===

2. Explain 2 main perspectives on this issue.
=== What do different groups argue regarding this topic, and how do they feel the other side is wrong or illegitimate? Do the opposing viewpoints break down along political lines (Republican vs. Democrat)? On one of your slides, break down for the class where the __main controversy__ lies with your issue. This cannot include basic racist beliefs -- these are invalid. But they may involve issues like personal freedom, individual rights, or safety (police perspective). ===



6. When your slides are completed, determine plan the presentation.
=== Who will cover which topics? Who will manage the slide show? Practice your own speaking part so that you sound prepared and confident. Practice as a group to be sure you all know how the presentation will proceed and when to show the slides. ===