Introduction
Hi class! For this assignment, we will focus on women in early Americian literature. The era from 1840-1920 was a significant time for women in literature. I think you will all enjoy this project!
Task
Each student will choose a woman who played a significant role in early American literature. We should keep the time period between 1840 and 1920. After you have chosen someone, you will create a "Fakebook" page. Important information you will need to include:
Profile information
Background information relating to her literature and important works
Include at least three major events of her life on your wall
Please contact me if you have any questions regarding this assignment!
Process
You will first need to access the appropriate site to complete this assigment: www.classtool.net/FB/home-page
Once you are on the main page, you will create your own personal account and then input researched material. Don't forget to use a cover photo that relates to your subject. Refer to the marksheet for content that is required. When you are finished, be sure to save your work! Have fun!
Evaluation
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Friends The Fakebook includes completed ‘blocks’ on the left-hand side (e.g. “friends”, “hobbies”, “family”). Award 1 mark for each complete block, up to a maximum of 3. |
0-3 |
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Cover Image The Fakebook includes a cover image at the top of the screen behind the main profile image. Award 2 marks only if it has an obvious connection to the character. |
0-2 |
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Profile Information The Fakebook includes profile information (birthday, family members, place of birth, job, interests…) |
0-2 |
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Posts The Fakebook “Wall” includes a series of (dated) posts which outline the key events taking place in the character’s life and career |
0-2 |
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Comments Other historically accurate characters comment on these posts offering their opinions on the events, achievements and failures being described |
0-2 |
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Video The Fakebook embeds at least one YouTube video that is relevant to the story, with a “Wall Post” from the character explaining why it’s included. |
0-1 |
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Overall Judgement Three further marks are available for the general impression created by the Fakebook – does it sound realistic / written clearly and so on? |
0-3 |
Conclusion
I hope you had a good experience with this assignment. Women played a significant role in making American literature what it is today. With this assignment, you may now see correlations between early American literature and modern-day literature. I look forward to viewing your pages!