WebQuest Template

The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Developed by Leslie Brewer http://Clerccenter.gallaudet.edu//TecEds/trainees/Leslie.Brewer/webquest

Introduction

Dr. Martin Luther King is perhaps one of the most well known civil rights leaders in America. In his struggle to find equality and rights for all individuals he showed patience and great leadership qualities. There were many individuals who opposed his message and methods but many loved and respected him. When you look at the paintings try to think of the positive characteristics of this great man. Remember to think of the people who live in the United states with their diverse backgrounds, traditions and customs. Dr. King helped us to respect the rights and freedoms of all people.
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Task

Your task will be to look at five paintings depicting the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. After you look at the paintings, I would like you to make a picture and write an essay about the characteristics that Dr. King Jr. has that are most like your own. To do this assignment please go to resources and click on the Smithsonian Institution link.

Process

Step 1

The first thing you should do is predict what you will see in the paintings. You can write notes or share your predictions with a partner.

Step 2

After looking at the paintings on the Smithsonian link were your predictions accurate. Please share your ideas with your partner.

Step 3

Use the classroom map to show where the five Artists live in the United States. Notice that the Civil Rights Movement in the paintings took place mostly in southeastern states. Use your personal map to indicate the states by placing a star on each location.

Step 4

In the "I Have a Dream" painting do you get a feeling that you can expect the best of yourself? At this point list the characteristics that you have that are like Dr. KingJr.

Resources

These Web resources will help in your research:
Life of Dr.Martin Luther King, Jr. (Africana) Dr. Martin Luther King,2003 Smithsonian Institution

Evaluation

Your grade will be determined using the following rubic.
	Beginning 1	Developing 2	Accomplished 3	Exemplary 4
Organization of Essay/Painting	The essay/painting was not organized.	Some of the events were unclear in essay/painting	Somewhat clear painting and Essay	Good organization.
Class presentation	Student does not have powerpoint presentation ready and Essay is incomplete..	Powerpoint presentation is ready but Essay is not typed.	Powerpoint presentation is well done and Essay is completed.	all work completed and presentation was presented with a question and answer format.
Self evaluation	I did not complete assignment	I was able to present my work with help from a partner.	I understand the role Dr. King Jr. played in American History and presented it well.	I understand the requirements and made and excellent presentation with a question and answer format.

Conclusion

The students will do a powerpoint presentation on their painting/essay and present it to the team. This process has helped the student to understand the many contributions Dr. King Jr. has made to American History.