Research Paper Global Movements of the 21st Century                             

Research Paper
Global Movements of the 21st Century
                                                                                                   
Description
The 21st century has witnessed a number of cultural, political, ecological, and social movements. These movements have various impacts on almost every design domain. Contemporary designers have been occasionally inspired by these movements just like their predecessors in the 20th century. Your task is to explore one of the 21st global or local movements and understand how art/design enhanced the movement or vice versa. As we approach the 3rd decade of the 21st century, understanding dynamics and challenges of this era becomes a must in order to stay relevant and responsive to current trends and global issues. With your knowledge about historical movements of the modern era, you can certainly build an understanding of the mutual relationship between art/design and these contemporary movements.
 
The research paper should include the following components:
Introduction section that provides a sufficient background about the topic. In this section, you need to provide a concise description about the selected movement and how it originated. You should also provide the reader with a thesis statement at the end of your introduction. A thesis statement is an overview of the main contents of the literature review or your paper in general. In other words, a thesis statement is a road map that guides the reader through your research.
Body Section, comprising paragraphs that may be subdivided into multiple subsections. This component of the task entails synthesizing information obtained from credible sources (at least four sources).
Conclusion, summarizing the key points of your research and offering your personal reflections on the topic. You should express your thoughts as specifically as possible by referring to possible applications within a specific cultural or geographical context.
 
Deliverables
Draft 1 & 2 (ungraded) to show your progress.
Research paper (60 points): this should be at least 1000 words in length (excluding the bibliography and cover page). This should be submitted as a Google document on Google drive and as a Word document on Canvas.
PowerPoint and Oral Presentation in Class (20 points): Each student is required to deliver their research findings in person to the entire class and participate in all presentations. Active engagement with all presentations is expected. Please note that Zoom presentations will not be accepted, so plan accordingly. Ensure that your PowerPoint slides are submitted to both Google Drive and Canvas.
 
Due Dates
Draft 1, a 200-word overview of the topic, is expected by Tuesday, March 28 at 9:30am.
Draft 2 of a 500-word narrative outlining the topic, main points, and sources for discussion is expected by Thursday, April 18 at 9:30am.
Research paper and PowerPoint presentation are due by Tuesday, April 30 at 9:30 am.
 
Learning Objectives
Students understand that human and environmental conditions vary according to geographic location and impact design and construction decisions.
Students are able to effectively express ideas and their rationale in written communication.
Students understand the basic context and framework of history as it relates to interior design.
Students understand the basic context and framework of history as it relates to furniture, decorative arts, and material culture.
Students understand the basic context and framework of history as it relates to architecture.
Students understand the basic context and framework of history as it relates to art.
Students understand the social, political, and physical influences affecting historical changes in design of the built environment
 
Grading Criteria for the Paper
Contents (50%): Did you choose valuable data? Did you synthesize your narrative coherently, logically, and legibly? Did you include relevant historical facts? Is your paper informative and clear for designers and non-designers to comprehend?
Structure (10%): Did you organize your paper into sections (i.e. introduction, body, and conclusion)?
Conclusions (10%): Did you draw relevant conclusions? Did you provide the reader with some guidance on how to use the information in your paper?
Format (10%): Did you follow MLA format?
Citations (10%): Did you include all required in-text citations? Did you add a bibliography page?
Quality of submission (10%): Is the overall quality of submission neat and representative? Did you label each section clearly? Did you add a cover page?