For this assignment, you will create a multimedia presentation about fast food. To do this, first you will create a research plan that includes an initial research question. Then you will conduct the iterative research process, which may include refining your research question and/or creating secondary questions based on the information you discover. After you have completed your multimedia presentation, you will answer five questions to reflect on the process and describe your experience.
Background Information
Fast food plays a major role in different aspects of our society. Choose an aspect of fast food in America that interests you to maximize your engagement in the project. Some sample ideas include:
Marketing trends
Role in pop culture
Impact on the economy
Impact on health and well-being
Impact on different groups of people
Materials
Computer and internet access
Presentation software
Access to research materials
Note cards
Assignment Instructions
For this project, you are expected to submit three things:
1. A research plan
2. Multimedia presentation
3. Completed reflection questions
Step 1: Prepare for the project.
a) Read through the guide before you begin so you know the expectations for this project. b) If there is anything that is not clear to you, be sure to ask your teacher.
Step 2: Complete the research plan.
a) Fill out the Research Plan section of this document.
b) First, write a research question. Make sure that it is open-ended and not narrow or too broad.
c) Then, plan your research by completing items 2–4 in the Research Plan section.
Step 3: Conduct research.
Student Guide (continued)
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a) Gather information from sources. Remember to only use relevant, credible, and timely resources. Revisit the lesson if you want a reminder of how to evaluate sources.
Here are some suggestions to help you begin the research process for your multimedia presentation. They include articles and information provided by government agencies, health organizations, and a cable news network. As you search for additional sources, make sure they are credible and unbiased.
https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db322.htm
http://www.center4research.org/fast-food-facts-calories-and-fat/
https://fastfoodnutrition.org/
https://www.rwjf.org/en/library/research/2010/11/fast-food-facts.html
https://www.cnn.com/2018/10/03/health/fast-food-consumption-cdc- study/index.html
https://www.acsh.org/news/2018/10/03/1-3-adults-has-fast-food-any-given-day- 13471
https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2019/6/26/18700762/fast-food-america-adam- chandler-drive-thru-dreams
b) Use note cards to record information, including details to include on your Works Cited slide.
Step 4: Revise your research plan.
a) Revisit your research plan.
b) Complete item 5 and revise your research question as needed. Add secondary research questions to help complete your research.
Step 5: Create a multimedia presentation.
a) Create your presentation on the computer using presentation software.
b) Create an organized presentation that follows this structure: an introduction that includes the research question, several slides that synthesize and present the findings from your research, a conclusion the summarizes your findings, and a Works Cited slide.
c) Make sure you use a proper balance of text and graphics appropriately and effectively.
d) Ensure that your presentation is neat, easy to follow, and visually appealing.
e) Include media, such as images, video, or audio.
Step 6: Complete the reflection questions.
a) Once you have completed your multimedia presentation, answer the Reflect questions about your research process. These questions can be found at the end of this document.
Step 7: Evaluate your project using this checklist.
If you can check each box below, you are ready to submit your project.
Did you complete the research plan?
Did you revisit the research plan to revise your research question and/or create secondary questions?
Does your multimedia presentation include your research question?
