Assignment Description
For this assignment, students will create a guided video tour of a historic architectural site that we have not covered in class. This project allows students to explore a new location, conducting rigorous and thorough research to uncover its architectural significance and historical context. Students will produce and narrate a video that showcases the site while narrating their findings through a well-crafted script. This is an opportunity to deepen their understanding of architectural history and enhance skills in research, storytelling, and digital presentation.
In keeping with this course’s goals and outcomes, this assignment helps students achieve the following:
• Synthesize research using appropriate tools and sources to effectively examine built environments
• Strengthen awareness of architectural terminology, typology, technology, materials, and symbolism
• Advance ability to discuss, analyze, and interpret works of architecture and urban design
• Consider diverse contexts and voices that inform an understanding of built environments
• Use appropriate terminology and concepts in oral, written, and visual communication conforming to Chicago/Turabian style
Deliverables:
- Tour Script (between 1500-2000 words)
- Tour Video
Assignment phases:
The following phases for this assignment are:
• Feb. 21st: Research Paper Drop-in Help Session 9:00-10:00 AM EST on Zoom
• Feb. 28th: Final Tour Video and Script due at 11:59 PM EST
Parameters:
Tour Script:
q Tour script and bibliography should be included in a single Word document
q Header must include: [Your first and last name], ARLH 211-N01 Winter 2025, Guided Tour Part 2
q Length should be between 1500-2000 words
q Thesis must be underlined
q Use 12 point Times New Roman font. Double spaced. 1-inch margins.
q Script should be free from grammatical and spelling errors
q All sources must come from the pre-approved bibliography available at Blackboard / Assignment Materials.
q You must cite a minimum of 4 sources.
q Script must employ Chicago Style footnotes and bibliography
Tour Video:
q Title page must include: [Your first and last name], ARLH 211-N01 Winter 2025, Guided Tour Part 2
q Tour video should be narrated by student using the tour script
q Video must be submitted in one of the following formats:
o .MP4
o YouTube video (submit the URL)
o Other formats (check with instructor)
Additional Guidelines:
Visuals:
q Ensure images link well with your tour script
q Use computer cursor (the simplest option) or other tools to highlight specific details
q Grades will focus on effective communication rather than sophisticated video production
Vocals:
q Maintain a steady pace
q Avoid speaking too quickly
q Vary intonation to highlight important points
q Record a short sample to check pace and intonation before full recording
Tools and Resources
• Use the Writer’s Studio to hone your Tour Script
• Visit SCADamp as you design your tour video
• Come to your professor’s office hours to ask questions and solicit feedback
• Guides to Chicago Style Footnotes and Bibliography are available on Blackboard/Assignment Resources
• Examples of student projects from previous years are available on Dropbox/Class Share
Submit in two places:
q Script and Tour Video to Blackboard/Submit Assignments Here
File names must follow this convention:
Script: 202520_ARLH_211_N01_Ritter_studentsurname_GuidedTourPart2script
Video: 202520_ARLH_211_N01_Ritter_studentsurname_GuidedTourPart2video
q Tour Video only to Blackboard/Discussions/Guided Tour Video
Feedback Schedule and Process:
Feedback from Part 2 will be returned within 1 week of submission.
Assessment criteria:
Grades, using a rubric and general comments, will be returned to students via Blackboard’s grade center no later than one week after submission.
Rubrics:
Rubrics for all assignments and exams can be found at Blackboard/Assignment Materials
