Biographies are a form of literary nonfiction. In essence, biographers tell the story of a life. There are literary elements within a biography that increase interest. As a class, choose a biography from the ANY PSYCHOLOGIST WE COVER IN CHAPTER 1 OR IN OUR GRAPHIC ORGANIZER -
Research
Research can be conducted online and in collaboration with a school librarian. In gathering evidence, biographers make connections and seek to explain the significance of particular events. There are some basic pieces of information that will be important to identify: birth and death dates, birthplace, connection to PSYCHOLOGY- significant accomplishments and recognition. While often written in chronological fashion, biographical essays are not simply a listing of events. Published interviews of the biographical subject can also offer direct quotes or insights that may not appear in other sources. Offer multiple sources, print and digital, for students to access (see Suggested Online Resources). SEE LIBRARIAN
Like journalists and historians, biographers often draw conclusions based upon their interpretation of primary sources. In collecting information about the figure, consider how this person is connected to PSYCHOLOGY. Consider the time period in which this person lived (context). Was this figure’s work informed or inspired by history, communities, or achieved as a result of education or experience obtained in PSY ? What makes this figure interesting? What events or qualities shaped this person? How can (or has) the story of this figure’s life influence others?
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