Ballot Measure Analysis Project

Ballot Measure Analysis

Project Description

Objective:  Students will research current Washington State ballot initiatives and present information to the class.

Directions:  Begin by reading the voter’s pamphlet, including the for and against arguments. Then find 4 articles concerning the issue.  Using the collected information, write a position statement that will be the basis of your presentation.  Then create a PowerPoint presentation of your information or a video essay.  Your presentation must defend a particular position and refute opposing arguments.  A written summary of your position will be due with your PowerPoint.  All PowerPoint’s are due with first presentation and all sources must be documented in your presentation.

Tasks

1. Position statement which summarizes issue
2. Find four articles - highlight
3. Summary of position
4. PowerPoint presentation (5 minutes – formal)- Due at the start of the presentations!