Project Revolution

An Exploration of Change in Society

11th grade - First Semester

Project Description
The purpose of Project Revolution is for students to examine the intricacies of society, and to
discover how the changes through time lead to the development of American culture and technology.
Students will also explore the interdependency of historical events and determine their impact
nationally and/or globally. By the conclusion of the semester, students will demonstrate their
cumulative knowledge using various means of oral and written communication.

Essential Question
All revolutions begin with small changes in thought or act. Why do some small changes lead to
revolution while others do not?

Project Components
1. Research (100 pts) [I]
Students will embark on a thorough and in-depth research journey. They will be exploring
valuable resources regarding their chosen science revolution. All found research must be
accompanied by a paragraph detailing rationale that justifies its importance and validity.

2. V.I.P. Website (100 pts) [G]

Students will select a scientific revolution and identify the key person of their chosen revolution.
They will then create an informational web page written from the viewpoint of that person. The
site will include, but is not limited to, biographical information and blog entries that detail the
events before, during and after the specified revolution.

3. Magazine (200 pts total) – Articles [I] and Layout [G]

Students will expand upon their scientific revolution and identify the key people and events leading
up to and during the revolution. Students will publish a news magazine that showcases their
research in an aesthetic, informative and school-appropriate manner, utilizing expository and
persuasive writing techniques. See Article Descriptions in packet.

4. Price Analysis (100 pts) [G]

Students will conduct a survey and complete a mathematical analysis to decide their magazine’s
price in order to optimize revenue.

5. Documentary (100 pts) [G]

Students will create a 3-5 minute video documentary that illustrates the impact of their revolution
on the community today. The film will convey an introductory explanation of their revolution, an
interview segment, and any other relevant information the group may deem necessary.

6. Science Model (100 pts) [G]

Students will construct an accurate model illustrating the inner workings and technology of their
chosen scientific revolution. The model may need to be accompanied by a detailed blueprint if the
model itself does not provide an explanation of all of the invention’s significant parts. All models
must have a written half-page description summarizing their mechanics.

7. Revolution Expo ’08 (100 pts) [G]

Students will present the previously completed components along with an interactive display that
highlights a significant aspect of their revolution.
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2008-2009

Project Revolution
Checklist

Group: ________________________________________________________________________
Date
Due

In order to be eligible for an AE assessment, you must complete ALL of the

following specifications listed below ON TIME.

09/26 [F] • Introduce Project Revolution/Group surveys

• Topic commitment check/Group member responsibilities
10/03 [F]
check
• COMPONENT #1 – Research: at least 5 per student
from various sources; initial MLA format references
10/10 [F]
sheet; paragraph summaries justifying resource choices
• Introduce Component #2 - Website
10/17 [F] • Website check
• COMPONENT #2 - Website due (100 pts)
10/24 [F] • Introduce Component #3
• Magazine Article commitment check
10/31 [F] • Magazine layout check
11/03 [M] • 1st draft of ALL articles + MLA reference sheet due
11/17 [M] • Final draft of ALL articles due (100 pts)
• COMPONENT #3 – Magazine due (100 pts)
11/25 [T]
• Introduce Component #5 - Documentary
12/05 [F] • Screenplay/Storyboard check
• COMPONENT #4 – Price Analysis due (100 pts)
12/08 [M]
• Introduce Component #6 – Science Model
• COMPONENT #5 – Documentary due (100 pts)
12/19 [F]
• Model/blueprint check
01/12 [M] • COMPONENT #6 – Science Model due (100 pts)
01/22 [R] • COMPONENT #7 – Revolution Expo ’09 (100 pts)

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2008-2009

Article Descriptions

Science Article
This article will explore the evolution of your scientific topic. It will detail the events and/or important figures that led
to its inception. It will also demonstrate a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of how your discovery functions.

Historical Impact Article

This article will explore your revolution’s impact on culture/society, either negatively or positively, in regards to the
ideals forming the revolution and its origins. This paper will cite historical evidence for support.

Persuasive Article
This article will be written in the voice of a historical figure who is directly related to and knowledgeable about your
scientific revolution. It will identify a specific target audience and will attempt to persuade this audience that your
scientific revolution has either a positive or negative effect on them.

Statistical Analysis
This article will articulate an argument that proves your topic is revolutionary using real life data. The data used must
be a measurable quantity that demonstrates cultural impact. (This can be economic data, demographic data, etc.). The
article will compare data from before and after the revolution, take into account the possibility of random fluctuations,
and convincingly prove that your topic is revolutionary.

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2008-2009

Component 1 – Research
Due: October 10, 2008


Please review the rubric below to align yourself to the assessment
expectations.
Exemplary
Exceeds all requirements for AE assessment
Approaching Exemplary
Research includes at least 5 sources from various media
Research is accompanied by a paragraph that thoroughly details the key
points of the source material
Research is accompanied by a paragraph that validates the legitimacy of
the source material and addresses the potential usefulness and biases
inherent in the source material
Research is accompanied by a Works Cited sheet in proper and accurate
MLA format
Product is free from any conventions/grammar errors
Proficient
Research includes 5 sources, at least one of which is not web-based
Research is accompanied by a paragraph that adequately summarizes the
key points of the source material
Research is accompanied by a paragraph that validates the legitimacy of
the source material
Research is accompanied by a Works Cited sheet in proper MLA format
Product is free from obvious conventions/grammar errors
Approaching Proficient
Research includes 5 sources
Research is accompanied by a paragraph that attempts to summarize the
key points of the source material
Research is accompanied by a paragraph that attempts to validate the
legitimacy of the source material
Research is accompanied by a Works Cited sheet that has obvious errors in
the MLA format
Product has several conventions/grammar errors
No Credit
Research includes less than 5 sources
Research is accompanied by a paragraph that fails to summarize the key
points of the source material
Research is accompanied by a paragraph that fails to validate the
legitimacy of the source material
Research is accompanied by a Works Cited sheet that has significant errors
in the MLA format
Product has significant conventions/grammar errors

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2008-2009

Component 2 – Website
Due: October 24, 2008

Group:


Please review the rubric below to align yourself to the assessment
expectations.
Exemplary
Exceeds all requirements for AE assessment
Approaching Exemplary
Includes all criteria for a “P” grade and:
Incorporates relevant music and video
Layout and elements are visually pleasing
All links add to the overall value of the site
All blog entries are in character
Proficient
All biographical elements are included, complete, and accurate
Blog entries accurately describe challenges and conditions prior to the
events of the revolution
Blog entries accurately describe the events of the revolution
Blog entries accurately describe the conditions following the revolution
All links are informative, school appropriate and operational (no dead
links)
Entire site is visually appealing and uses proper English conventions (no
webspeak)
Approaching Proficient
Some biographical elements are inaccurate or not in character
All blog entries are present, but may contain minor factual errors or
omissions
Product has several grammar/convention errors
Pages are visually stagnant or difficult to read
No Credit
Anything off topic or school inappropriate
Overall product is incomplete and shows no evidence of creativity or
thought

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2008-2009

Component 3 – Revolution Magazine

Due: November 25, 2008
Group:

 Please review the rubric below to align yourself to the assessment expectations.

Exemplary
Exceeds all requirements for AE assessment
Approaching Exemplary
Overall product is of professional quality, shows observable evidence of creativity and uniqueness and
is a thorough exploration of the topic with sufficient evidence of research and citations
Group definition of “Revolution” is original, accurate and thoughtful
Pictures and/or graphics are appropriate and contribute to the overall message of the magazine and are
original in concept and design
Definitive magazine name, headlines, staff box, captions, table of contents, revolution definition page,
bylines, and citation page are present
All magazine elements are used correctly, appropriately and thematically with purposeful and studied
use of space, leading, font, artwork/graphics, and/or color and is AESTHETICALLY PLEASING
Product is free from any conventions/grammar errors
Proficient
Overall product is of competent quality, shows evidence of creativity and uniqueness and shows
adequate evidence of research and citations
Group definition of “Revolution” is original and accurate
Pictures and/or graphics are appropriate and contribute to the overall message of the magazine
All magazine elements are used correctly and appropriately with purposeful and studied use of space,
leading, font, artwork/graphics, and/or color
Product is free from obvious conventions/grammar errors
Approaching Proficient
Overall product is of tolerable quality, shows an attempt at creativity and uniqueness and has some
evidence of research and citations
Group definition of “Revolution” is present and accurate
Pictures and/or graphics are appropriate and attempt to contribute to the overall message of the
magazine
One of the magazine elements is missing and/or layout is aesthetically adequate, with tolerable use of
space, leading, font, artwork/graphics, and/or color
Product has several conventions/grammar errors
No Credit
Overall product is of questionable quality, shows minimal attempt at creativity and uniqueness and
does not show evidence of research and citations
Magazine format is sketchy, confusing and/or visually unsightly
Two or more magazine components are missing
Product has significant conventions/grammar errors

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2008-2009

Component 4 - Magazine Price Analysis Rubric

Due: December 8, 2008


Please review the rubric below to align yourself to the assessment
expectations.
Exemplary
Exceeds all requirements for AE assessment
Approaching Exemplary
Includes all of the requirements for a “P” grade and two of the following:
Survey 100+ people
Comparison of non-linear regression models to linear ones
Mathematical analysis of other factors to decide price
Proficient
Survey at least 75 people
Correctly uses linear regression to model demand
Correctly models revenue algebraically and graphically
Considers revenue model as well as other factors to decide price
Adequately answers any other questions Mr. Hedman invents
Approaching Proficient
Includes all of the requirements for a “P” grade, but may have minor
mathematical errors that do not affect outcome
Survey at least 50 people
Other factors were not considered
No Credit
Major math errors are made which invalidates the analysis
Incomplete analysis OR explanations
Insufficient number of people surveyed

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2008-2009

Component 5 - Documentary
Due: December 19, 2008

 Please review the rubric below to align yourself to the assessment expectations.
Exemplary
Exceeds all requirements for AE assessment
Approaching Exemplary
Documentary tells a clear, engaging and persuasive story.
Storyboard is complete with sketches for each scene, detailed notes on titles, transitions,
special effects, sound, etc. Storyboard reflects outstanding planning and organization for
the visuals in the video.
Screenplay is complete and it is clear what each actor will say and do. Entries and exits are
scripted as are important movements. Screenplay is professional.
Chosen interviewees are appropriate experts and questions asked are relevant to the
chosen revolution.
Introduction is engaging and concise. Film thoroughly illustrates the impact of the
revolution by showing the conditions before and after the event. Uses convincing
arguments/information – verbal and/or visual – to demonstrate its significance to society.
Technical elements enhance the telling of the story.
Proficient
Documentary tells a clear and persuasive story.
Storyboard is relatively complete with sketches for most scenes, and notes on titles,
transitions, special effects, sound, etc. Storyboard reflects effective planning and
organization for the visuals in the video.
Screenplay is mostly complete. It is clear what each actor will say and do. Screenplay
shows planning.
Interviews are conducted and questions asked are relevant to the chosen revolution.
Introduction is concise. Film adequately illustrates the impact of the revolution by
showing the conditions before and after the event. Uses relevant arguments to demonstrate
its significance to society.
Technical elements do not detract from the telling of the story.
Approaching Proficient
Documentary tells a clear story.
Storyboard has glaring omissions in scene planning. There are minimal sketches, and/or
notes on titles, transitions, special effects, sound, etc. Storyboard reflects attempts at
planning and organization for the visuals in the video.
Screenplay has a few major flaws. It is not always clear what the actors are to say and do.
Screenplay shows an attempt at planning, but seems incomplete.
Interviews are conducted and questions asked are somewhat related to the chosen
revolution.
Introduction is present. Addresses the impact of the revolution with some arguments as to
its significance to society.
Some technical elements take away from the telling of the story.
No Credit
Documentary does not follow a logical storyline.
Storyboard is not done or is so incomplete that it could not be used even as a general
guide.
There is no script. Actors are expected to invent what they say and do as they go along.
Interviews are irrelevant to topic or missing.
Introduction is incomprehensible or missing. Attempts to address the impact of the
revolution with some arguments as to its significance to society.
Documentary shows multiple technical distractions that detract from the telling of the
story.

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2008-2009

Component 6 – Science Model

Due: January 12, 2009


Please review the rubric below to align yourself to the assessment
expectations.
Exemplary
Exceeds all requirements for AE assessment
Approaching Exemplary
Model illustrates a detailed and thorough understanding of scientific
concepts underlying the topic
Great care taken in construction process so that the structure is neat,
attractive and follows plans accurately
Appropriate materials were selected and creatively modified in ways that
made them even better. Model illustrates the function and inner workings
of the invention
An original blueprint or description is generated by group. The model or
blueprint is labeled and thoroughly illustrates the major working parts of
the invention
Proficient
Model illustrates a detailed understanding of most scientific concepts
underlying the topic
Construction was careful and accurate for the most part, but 1-2 details
could have been refined for a more attractive product
Appropriate materials were selected and there was an attempt at creative
modification to make them even better. Model attempts to illustrate the
function and inner workings of the invention
An original blueprint or description is generated by group. The model or
blueprint is labeled and illustrates the major working parts of the invention
Approaching Proficient
Model illustrates a limited understanding of scientific concepts underlying
the topic
Construction accurately followed the plans, but 3-4 details could have been
refined for a more attractive product
Model is poorly put together. Model inadequately illustrates the function
and inner workings of the invention
An original blueprint or description is generated by group. The model or
blueprint is labeled and attempts to illustrates the major working parts of
the invention
No Credit
Model illustrates inadequate understanding of scientific concepts
underlying the topic
Construction appears careless or haphazard. Many details need refinement
for a strong or attractive product
Model is not original in design
The blue print or description provides very little detail. The blueprint or
description inadequately illustrates the major working parts of the
invention
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2008-2009

Component 7 – Revolution Expo ‘09

Due: January 22, 2009
Professionalism: Entire group is appropriately and properly attired
Entire group is respectful to all visitors and other students
Booth is manned by at least 2 members at all times
All booth displays/props have been previously approved

Creativity: Visual aids/props are school appropriate

Visual aids/props are thematically linked to magazine’s issues
Booth displays are neat, striking and aesthetically pleasing

Persuasiveness: Entire group exhibits knowledge of their magazine’s issues

Entire group’s responses are articulate and authoritative
Entire group’s responses are convincing

HOUSE ___________

Group 1 _________________________
Professionalism 0 1 2 3 4 5
Creativity 0 1 2 3 4 5
Persuasiveness 0 1 2 3 4 5
Total: _______

Group 2 _________________________
Professionalism 0 1 2 3 4 5
Creativity 0 1 2 3 4 5
Persuasiveness 0 1 2 3 4 5
Total: _______

Group 3 _________________________
Professionalism 0 1 2 3 4 5
Creativity 0 1 2 3 4 5
Persuasiveness 0 1 2 3 4 5
Total: _______

Group 4 _________________________
Professionalism 0 1 2 3 4 5
Creativity 0 1 2 3 4 5
Persuasiveness 0 1 2 3 4 5
Total: _______

Group 5 _________________________
Professionalism 0 1 2 3 4 5
Creativity 0 1 2 3 4 5
Persuasiveness 0 1 2 3 4 5

Total: _______
Group 6 _________________________
Professionalism 0 1 2 3 4 5
Creativity 0 1 2 3 4 5
Persuasiveness 0 1 2 3 4 5
Total: _______
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