EGHS - Mr. DeAngelis: Industry of the Late 19th Century
Research Resources - Industry of the Late 19th Century
Assignment Purpose:
- To research 19th Century Industries using the EGHS Library resources.
- To work independently to create a well-development product.
- To communicate the success and failures of these evolving industries.
Requirements:
- Your project should address the following four main points: Leading Figure, Positive Impact of the Industry, Negative Impact of the Industry and Evolution of the Industry.
- Your project will be presented to your peers in the form of an infographic as a digital art gallery. Your classmates will take notes on your infographic's content so accuracy, clarity and conciseness are required.
- Correct MLA citation of your sources at the bottom of your infographic. Utilize NoodleTools to accurately cite your sources.
Timeframe:
- You will have three-four class periods to research and create your infographic, collaborate with your peers and to edit your final product.
Fast forward to minute 3:00 to learn about the positive and negative aspects of the railroad industry.
- World Book Encyclopedia Article - Steel
Click on the Table of Contents and select HISTORY, specifically The birth of modern steelmaking.
- World Book - TelephoneClick on the Article Contents tools and select HISTORY. Or scroll down to the end of the article to reach the history section.
- Work in the 19th Century
This article discusses how machinery changed the textile mills (and other industries).
Getting Started with NoodleTools
Copying Your Works Cited into Your Infographic
1. Log in to your NoodleTools account. Select the Sources tab at the top.
2. Hover your cursor over the Print/Export button from the Sources toolbar. Select Print/Export to Google Docs.
3. NoodleTools will automatically create a new Google Doc that is saved immediately in your Google Drive. The title of the document will start with "Sources for PROJECT TITLE."
Copy the citations on the Google Doc and paste into a text book on your Infographic.
Creating Infographics
What is an Infographic?
An infographic is a collection of imagery, charts, and minimal text that gives an easy-to-understand overview of a topic. Infographics use striking, engaging visuals to communicate information quickly and clearly.
The Anatomy of an Infographic: 5 Steps to Create a Powerful Visual
- Use PiktoChart to Make an Infographic
Create a trial account for FREE using your EG school email. Modify the Infographic templates included for easier use. Premium features require payment so utilize only the free options.
Instructions for Submitting Your PiktoChart Infographic to Your Teacher
Instructions for Sharing Your Infographic with Your Teacher
- Create your Infographic using Piktochart. Make sure you included your source (in correct MLA format) at the bottom of the image.
- Name your Infographic. In the Piktochart program, click on the pencil in the upper left-hand corner of the screen. Follow the naming protocol: INDUSTRY TITLE - Your Last Name and Your First Name.
- DOWNLOAD the Infographic. Select DOWNLOAD in the upper right-hand corner of the Piktochart program. Use the settings described in this image:
- The image will be saved to your downloads folder on your device. Attach the image file to the Google Form below.
Click on the image below to upload your Infographic File to the Class Google Form.