Black Excellence Digital Museum
Inquiry Framework
Question Framework
Driving Question
The overarching question that guides the entire project.How can we create a digital museum exhibit that best showcases the profound impact of key African American figures on our world, highlighting their achievements in various fields, the challenges they overcame, and their lasting legacy for future generations?Essential Questions
Supporting questions that break down major concepts.- How have African Americans shaped our world in different fields?
- What challenges did they overcome to achieve their goals?
- What is their impact/legacy on future generations?
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Students will research and select a prominent African American figure in STEM, arts, or literature, demonstrating comprehension of their contributions and impact.
- Students will develop informational writing skills by crafting compelling narratives for their chosen figure, incorporating evidence and supporting details.
- Students will design a visually engaging digital museum exhibit using appropriate technology, demonstrating creativity and effective communication.
- Students will present their digital exhibit, demonstrating effective oral communication and presentation skills.
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsThe Grand Gala
Students receive personalized invitations to a "gala" celebrating Black excellence. Each invitation features a different historical figure and a cryptic message related to their achievements, prompting further investigation.Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.The Research Pioneer
Students will select a prominent African American figure and begin researching their life, achievements, and impact. They will gather information from reliable sources and organize their research into a structured format.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA detailed research outline including key information about the chosen figure, their accomplishments, challenges faced, and lasting legacy.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses learning goals 1, 2, 3, and parts of standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.2The Storyteller
Students will transform their research outlines into engaging narratives, crafting compelling stories that highlight the significance of their chosen figures. They will focus on clear and concise writing, incorporating evidence and supporting details.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA well-written narrative showcasing the chosen figure's life, achievements, and impact, suitable for inclusion in a digital museum exhibit.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses learning goals 2 and 3, and parts of standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.2The Digital Curator
Students will begin designing their digital museum exhibits, using technology to create visually appealing and informative displays. They will select appropriate visuals and multimedia elements to enhance their narratives.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA visually engaging digital museum exhibit showcasing the chosen figure's story, achievements, and legacy.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses learning goal 3 and parts of standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.7.1The Presenter
Students will finalize their digital exhibits and practice their presentations. They will focus on clear and effective communication, ensuring they can effectively convey the significance of their chosen figures.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA polished and engaging digital museum exhibit ready for presentation, along with a well-rehearsed presentation script.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsAddresses learning goal 4 and parts of standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.7.4Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioBlack Excellence Digital Museum Exhibit Rubric
Research and Content Knowledge
Assesses the depth and accuracy of research conducted on the chosen figure, including understanding of their life, achievements, challenges, and legacy.Depth of Research
Measures the completeness and depth of research conducted on the chosen figure, utilizing reliable sources.
Exemplary
4 PointsConducts thorough and comprehensive research using a variety of reliable sources, covering all major aspects of the chosen figure's life and achievements.
Proficient
3 PointsConducts comprehensive research using reliable sources, covering most aspects of the chosen figure's life and achievements.
Developing
2 PointsConducts basic research, with some use of reliable sources, covering some aspects of the chosen figure's life and achievements.
Beginning
1 PointsConducts limited research with minimal reliable sources, covering few aspects of the chosen figure's life and achievements.
Accuracy and Relevance
Evaluates the accuracy and relevance of the information selected for inclusion in the exhibit.
Exemplary
4 PointsIncludes highly accurate and relevant information, with clear and insightful connections to the chosen figure's impact.
Proficient
3 PointsIncludes accurate and relevant information, with clear connections to the chosen figure's impact.
Developing
2 PointsIncludes mostly relevant information, with some inaccuracies or unclear connections to the chosen figure's impact.
Beginning
1 PointsIncludes limited relevant information, with several inaccuracies or unclear connections to the figure's impact.
Narrative Writing
Assesses the quality of the narrative writing, including clarity, organization, and engagement.Clarity and Organization
Measures how clearly and logically ideas are presented in the narrative.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe narrative is exceptionally clear, well-organized, and logically flows with smooth transitions between ideas.
Proficient
3 PointsThe narrative is clear, organized, and logically flows with appropriate transitions.
Developing
2 PointsThe narrative lacks clarity or logical organization, with few transitions between ideas.
Beginning
1 PointsThe narrative is unclear or poorly organized, lacking logical flow and transitions.
Engagement and Style
Evaluates the narrative's ability to engage the reader and convey the significance of the chosen figure.
Exemplary
4 PointsThe narrative is highly engaging and written in an engaging style that clearly conveys the significance of the chosen figure.
Proficient
3 PointsThe narrative is engaging and written in a style that conveys the significance of the chosen figure.
Developing
2 PointsThe narrative is somewhat engaging but lacks a clear style in conveying the significance of the chosen figure.
Beginning
1 PointsThe narrative is minimally engaging and lacks clear style or significance representation.
Digital Exhibit Design
Assesses the creativity, organization, and effectiveness of the digital museum exhibit design.Creativity and Visual Appeal
Measures the creativity and visual appeal of the digital exhibit, including the effective use of multimedia elements.
Exemplary
4 PointsDemonstrates exceptional creativity and visual appeal with effective and innovative use of multimedia elements.
Proficient
3 PointsDemonstrates creativity and visual appeal with appropriate use of multimedia elements.
Developing
2 PointsDemonstrates some creativity and visual appeal, with basic use of multimedia elements.
Beginning
1 PointsDemonstrates minimal creativity and visual appeal with limited use of multimedia elements.
Cohesion and Presentation
Evaluates how well the exhibit elements are integrated and presented.
Exemplary
4 PointsExhibit elements are seamlessly integrated with a cohesive presentation that clearly supports the narrative.
Proficient
3 PointsExhibit elements are well-integrated with a cohesive presentation that supports the narrative.
Developing
2 PointsExhibit elements are somewhat integrated but lack cohesion in presentation.
Beginning
1 PointsExhibit elements are poorly integrated with little to no cohesion in presentation.
Oral Presentation
Assesses the delivery and effectiveness of the oral presentation accompanying the digital exhibit.Delivery and Clarity
Measures the clarity and effectiveness of the oral presentation delivery.
Exemplary
4 PointsDelivers an exceptionally clear and engaging presentation with excellent clarity and pace.
Proficient
3 PointsDelivers a clear and engaging presentation with appropriate clarity and pace.
Developing
2 PointsDelivers a somewhat clear presentation with variable clarity and pace.
Beginning
1 PointsDelivers an unclear presentation with poor clarity and pace.
Audience Engagement
Evaluates the ability to engage and interact with the audience effectively.
Exemplary
4 PointsEngages the audience exceptionally well, with interactive and dynamic presentation techniques.
Proficient
3 PointsEngages the audience well with effective presentation techniques.
Developing
2 PointsEngages the audience somewhat but lacks dynamic presentation techniques.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to engage the audience with minimal interaction.