<p>Name______Class______v Renaissance Period Research Project Overview What exactly was the Renaissance? This research project will ask you to investigate one of the following figures from the Renaissance era and explore how this figure exemplifies [represents] the Renaissance era that contributed both to the destruction of the medieval mind-set and the creation of the modern world. Project Objectives . To gain an understanding of and appreciation into the significance and impact of the era of the Renaissance. . To learn the skills of conducting an in-depth research project, utilizing electronic sources. . To be able to effectively communicate information and ideas via a visual PowerPoint presentation and a short speech on the historical figure. Research Questions . Overview summary of the figure placing them within the Renaissance time period and stating the importance/significance of their contribution (i.e. why are they important?) . Brief biographical sketch (including dates, country & city that they lived in, notable life events, etc.) . Explanation of how they exemplify the era and spirit of the Renaissance period. Tell us how their work/achievements are a reflection of the Renaissance style.</p><p>You must support your research in your project that uses carefully selected visuals (at least two examples of paintings, sketches, diagrams, sculpture, book, etc.) that illustrate, support, and extend your study of the topic. For example, “This painting expresses the Renaissance period and worldview because it …” or “It is a great example of the artist’s new technique of ….”</p><p>Guidelines 1) Create at least a project on a selected Renaissance figure or topic of your chosing. Your project must include seven facts about this topic (You may add more facts to it if needed, but seven is the absolute minimum.) 2) You can use any kind of materials you want to make this project. Make sure your sources are good ones (Absolutely NO WIKIPEDIA). You must cite (tell me) what your sources were. URLs alone will not suffice. I want the website’s name, the publisher’s name and the URL. For example, if you were citing my page it would be: Fuller, Bethany Social Studies. East Iredell Middle School. http://www.iss.k12.nc.us/Domain/4682</p><p>Documents Needed: 1. Renaissance Research Checklist 2. Visual Graphic Evaluation Rubric Renaissance Figure Checklist Your name:______Class: ______Name of Person Selected: ______1. What do I need to know? (analyze the assignment) Check each off as you find the information Biographical Information  Important Works Significance/Influence /Importance of their work Renaissance World View How they exemplify the era, characteristics and spirit of the Renaissance?</p><p>If you are not doing a person, answer the following: Why is this event or place important? How did it effect people? How did it influence the Renaissance? Did it change people’s views? How long did it take place?</p><p>2. Completion of Research Notes Worksheet? Information Accurate? Completion of all parts of worksheet?</p><p>Name______Class______3. Development of your Research? Did you answer: who? what? when? where? how? & why? Overview Summary of the person: (Brief biographical sketch; dates; country of origin & residence, notable life events) How did they fit into the Renaissance period? Why are they important or significant? What was their contribution to the Renaissance period? How they exemplify the era, characteristics and spirit of the Renaissance? Did you find graphics that related to your topic?</p><p>4. Notecards?  Did you make notecards on your research?  Does the information on the notecards provide more detailed and accurate information about the person and specific works?</p>