Transcript 1984 Technology Project

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CHOOSE
A
PARTNER
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* You will be creating a presentation using one of the
following technology tools:
* Glogster- An interactive poster
* Prezi- A non-linear presentation tool
* Animoto- A slide show program that can incorporate
music, images, and video.
* SlideRocket- Similar to Animoto
* I will show you how to use these programs
* PowerPoint is not allowed
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* One winner will be chosen from each of my sections. These
finalists will receive a prize.
* Then, I will have our administration team (Principals,
Superintendent, etc.) select one winner.
So….
* Create a unique project.
* Take pride in your work.
* Be aware that other people will be viewing and critiquing your
work.
* Show off your skills.
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During this project, you will:
* Demonstrate knowledge of 1984.
* Use knowledge of 1984 to create a presentation that discusses
multiple areas and/or concepts of the novel.
* Use technology that incorporates images, music, and/or video to
communicate knowledge of 1984.
* Present a multimedia project to your classmates.
* Make text-to-world connections from1984 to songs, politics,
history, etc.
* Write an essay rationale for your project that discusses each
component.
* Learn how to cite information using the MLA format.
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The individual in conflict with society.
The irrationality of the "rational" institution.
The alienation and isolation of modern man.
The past as a loss, a value, an obsession, or an escape.
The search for moral structure, purpose, hope, truth, or a
personal dream.
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Explain how Orwell develops and shows
the theme in 1984.
* 1 paragraph
* Where is this seen? (Concrete Detail + Commentary)
* Find quotes for support (provide a page #).
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Your artifact must relate to your theme
* The glass paperweight
* The diary
* Propaganda
* The Telescreen
* Any other approved concrete item from the novel
* Explain the significance of this artifact in relation to
your theme.
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Soundtrack of the novel
Your song must relate to your theme
* Explain how the song connects to your theme
* Provide a lyrical “quote.”
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You will research one of the following
and relate it to your theme:
* What inspired Orwell (Hitler, Stalin, etc.)
* North Korea and 1984
* 1984 in today’s society
* Use 1 or 2 sources. Sources must be approved.
* Bring to the next class period!
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* Propaganda
* Obituary
* Bio
* Ministries
* Advertisement
* Etc.
* You must have a quote for support.
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* Interactive document/newspaper
* Use Glogster, Prezi, or Animoto to create a multimedia
presentation.
* All of your components must be represented in your visual
presentation. Use images, music, videos, etc. to make your
presentation interesting and unique.
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* 1984:
* (Author’s last name p#)
* (p#)
* (Smith, Jones, and Moore p#)
* Song
* (Author’s last name)
* Documentary:
* In National Geographic Explorer’s Inside North Korea, Lisa Ling
states that ……..
* There are not any pages or paragraphs.
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You should have:
*Essay Rationale
*Use the EasyBib.com’s MLA citation machine to
create a Works Cited Page (1984, song, and
documentary).
*Presentation
*MLA Works Cited Page