You must answer the following question and write a well thought-out response that has a clear central argument and uses specific evidence from the content of the course. Good answers will be written in an essay style that brings together themes from across the course. In order to do this, students must cite 2 or more examples from course content (reading, videos, case studies) from different modules to create a coherent argument. Think of it as an analysis and synthesis of content from across the course. Although answers may be different lengths, you should be able to answer this question in 350-600 words. Remember to structure your response clearly! Doing a quick outline first may help you organize your response.
The essay is worth 20 points. To get full credit you must include the following in your response
Clarity of Argument (7 pts): Writing displays a coherent argument. Writing and examples from course content are clearly related to the central focus of your response.
Analysis (10 pts): Include and cite at least 2 specific examples from across course content that provides a synthesis of concepts we have explored in this class. Synthesis in this context is a combination of taking others’ ideas in order to form your own. This displays an ability to think critically about course concepts and terms.
Writing Mechanics (3 pts): Spelling, grammar, and proper in-text citations. No reference list is needed.
Question: How can inequality in contemporary cities be better understood by studying their history? Provide an example of a current urban injustice and explain how at least two historic periods or events have shaped the current case.
The followings are some examples you can cite while writing the answer.
THE CASE FOR REPARATIONS: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2014/06/the-case-for-reparations/361631/
Redlining and Racial Covenants: Jim Crow of the North: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymOaiWla3DU
America’s racist housing rules really can be fixed: https://www.vox.com/22252625/america-racist-housing-rules-how-to-fix
A Legacy of Redlining: https://www.arcgis.com/apps/MapJournal/index.html?appid=1832f7860d634b83877475144748908e
Gentrification Explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0zAvlmzDFc
The Legacy of Redlining: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRiOCEaFr0U
Urban Displacement Project: https://www.urbandisplacement.org/about/what-are-gentrification-and-displacement/
