I’m working on a history Essay and need support to help me understand better.DescriptionOur Final Project will be a Researched Living History/Case Study Assignment, which will allow for a creative opportunity for us to practice historical thinking and practice concepts we have studied thus far to modern-day situations affecting indigenous peoples. For your project, you may select a topic of your choice, analyze its context and implications, and explore possible solutions to the problem/options for the future. Assignment Presentation OptionsYour Final Project is a traditional essay If you choose to showcase your work as a traditional essay, here is the criteria:-at least 6 typed pages minimum (8 pages maximum), double-spaced in 12 point font-proofread, no plagiarism-use MLA formatting-include an MLA Works Cited pageCriteria for Evaluation:-Clearly selects and presents one topic/issue of focus related to our course-Thoroughly presents and analyzes historical context from which topic/issue arises-Thoroughly presents and analyzes historical and modern-day implications-Thoroughly presents stances and/or options on potential solutions/changes needed-Thoughtfully proposes the best solution based on research and course materials/concepts-Includes connections to/support from our textbook throughout essay/presentation-Includes connections to at least 3 key terms within essay/presentation-Includes a Works Cited page in MLA formatAssignment OutlineWhether you present your work in a traditional essay or as a creative presentation, either option should follow this outline:-What is the issue and goal of the analysis? *introduce the topic assuming your readers/viewers are unfamiliar, and include a clear thesis-What is the context of the issue?*clearly explain historical context surrounding/shaping the topic using our textbook, lectures, and outside sources -What key facts should be considered?*clearly explain implications of the topic in modern times based on textbook, lectures, and outside sources (personal testimonies, data, etc can be used as evidence)-What are possible solutions/changes needed? *clearly show different stances on the topic and/or solutions proposed and/or changes needed-Select the best option: what would you recommend — and why?*conclude by making an argument for the best option/solution and explain why based on the information covered within your entire essay/presentation. *answer the larger “so what” question – in other words, why does this topic matter today?Potential Topic Ideas*These broad topics are meant to help offer direction and inspire your own ideas.*Keep in mind that your proposed topics are not limited to the contents of this list.*If there is a topic related to the course that you’re interested in, please let me know!*Keep in mind again that the topics listed are TOO broad and that your topic should be VERY specific. *I recommend checking in with me on your topic/ideas before getting started.California Missions Boarding SchoolsCalifornia Gold Rush Christopher Columbus Indian Mascots PocahontasCultural Appropriation Black Hills/Mount Rushmore Environmental Justice/Environmental Racism Reparations/Repatriation/RematriationTribal Nation Building/Tribal Sovereignty Indian Self-DeterminationStanding Rock Protest Indigenous ActivismMauna Kea Protest Indigenous Environmental StewardshipTribal Termination Policies in 1950s Urban Relocation Policies in 1950sGlobal Indigeneity/US Imperialism Indigenous Art/Fashion/FilmRepresentation/Misrepresentation of Native Americans in ads/media/films/education/history/etc.Current effects of COVID-19 on indigenous communities Key Term Connections*Here is a list of our key terms to choose from. Be sure to connect to at least 3 in your project!-colonization-decolonization-firsting and lasting-settler colonialism-doctrine of discovery-manifest destiny-historical thinking-context-assimilation-appropriation-environmental justice-sovereignty-self-determination
Requirements: MLA | Essay | 6 pages, Double spaced
