Describe your research topic below. Consider the central question you are trying to answer in your research. Be sure it is a topic that is manageable over the course of the next 5 weeks and that it is focused. Due May 20th.
For my research paper, I would like to focus on the accomplishments of Jesse Owens at the Berlin Olympics in 1936. At the 1936 games, Owens was subject to discrimination by Adolf Hitler and white supremacists. Jesse Owens' was able to discredit Adolf Hitler's claim that the Aryan race was dominant by winning four gold medals in a single Olympiad. His accomplishments will be forever remembered mainly because of his ability to rise above segregation and do the impossible.
Central Question: What caused the counterculture movement of the 1960s? Topic Details: 3-4 main causes - the conservative movement, foreign policy and America's role in global conflicts, previous + coinciding social movements (women's rights, civil rights, environmental reform) ; major objectives and eventual results of the movement
I would like to write my research paper on Thomas Jefferson and his contradictory relationship with his slaves. I plan to focus specifically on Jefferson’s affair with Sally Hemings and the treatment of the six slave children that Sally Hemings gave birth to over the course of their relationship. Finally, I would also like to discuss how Jefferson’s relationship with Hemings affected the choices he made as president and how the public reacted when they discovered the extent of his affair.
I want to write my research paper on Jackie Robinson and his efforts in the Civil Rights movement. I want to specifically focus upon the affects of him playing Major League Baseball on the Civil Rights movement. I also want to focus on his manager, Branch Rickey, who gave Robinson the opportunity to play, although he knew there would be great consequences along with it.
Question: How did Miles Davis influence the evolution of Jazz in the 20th century? Supporting Details: A focus on his individual albums and stylistic changes during his career and how his music influenced his contemporaries and (possibly) music that is being made today. Each section of the paper will focus on a certain era of his music and how it influenced jazz and popular music.
I would like to write my research paper on the Challenger shuttle disaster and how it could have been prevented. I will focus on the making of the shuttle, and more specifically the making of the part that malfunctioned during the launch, causing the fuel tank to rip apart. I will also focus on the effect of the weather the day of the launch, as well as the political pressures that pushed the launch to take place, even when some engineers warned of malfunctioning parts.
Question: What was the motivation of Lee Harvey Oswald in the assassination of JFK, and what were the results of his act on American society and government? Topics to bring up: Motives/history of Oswald, the assassination, response of the public (Oswald assassination),legacy of the assassination.
Good start, Kyle. The second part about the results needs a bit more focus. The affects are very far-reaching so focusing on just one of these things (e.g., government) would be the way to go.
Question: What was the lasting significance and legacy of Nat Turner's Rebellion of 1831?
In this research paper, I will provide information on the rebellion, its causes, and its effects. I will talk about what physically went down during this rebellion and how it was suppressed. The reactionary backlash of pro-slavery and racist sentiment, and the effect this rebellion may have had on future rebellions and uprisings will also be talked about.
I would like to do my research paper on the development of medicine throughout the Civil War. Disease struck both sides of the war, so the development of new medical practices and technologies was vital. I want to specifically focus on the reasons why medicine became such an important part of the war and the evolution of medical practices and technologies that influenced our medical world today.
I would like to write my research paper on the O.J. Simpson murder case and how it affected the nation. This trial brought about many controversial topics regarding how the Los Angeles Police Department treated people of color. It questioned whether Simpson was plotted and targeted for the crime because of his color, making the case transform into a fight against the LAPD and their morals. The case was heavily followed by the nation and aroused many riots that supported either Simpson or the families of the two murder victims. The topics brought about by this trial had a great impact on the nation and changed how many people viewed the LAPD as well as the power of public figures and their image.
Charlotte, Good start. I would focus on one element of the outcome OJ Simpson case (e.g., the riots that ensued in the aftermath, or issues within the LAPD) because it has the potential to get too big for the scope of this paper. Narrow it in as you collect your sources.
I would like to talk about Walt Disney and his role as an American icon. It would touch upon his impact on the American movie industry and his business during the Great Depression.
For my Research paper, I want to talk about Prohibition and how it affected America as a whole. Prohibition was clearly not a success for the government and I want to talk about how it affected the country both socially and economically and what the consequences were.
I would like to write my research paper about how the public responded to the domestic policies the U.S government put in place in response to the 9/11 attacks. Specifically about the PATRIOT Act because today it continues to be controversial because some are concerned that it violates citizens' right to privacy.
Question: How did Jonas Salk's decision to not patent the polio vaccine affect the polio epidemic and the pharmaceutical industry in America?
I will write about the polio epidemic, Salk's discovery of the vaccination, and the effects of the vaccine world wide. I will argue that the decision not to patent the vaccine allowed for cheap distribution, leading to the end of the transmission of the disease.
I would like to write my topic about the history of The America's Cup and how the race has affected international relations over time. I will also discuss how the technology used on the boats has evolved over time.
Did a boat race really affect international relations? You then go into technology of the boats. That's a different research topic. Needs clarification.
I would like to talk about the LGBTQIA representation in American media such as film, TV, and literature and its impact on the public opinion and general effect on the development of the movement. I will focus on the change over time in the general population's perspective on the LGBTQIA community and their rights, as well as the change in how these characters in media are portrayed. Some of the specific examples I will touch on include but are not limited to Ellen, Brokeback Mountain, Orange is the New Black, Sense8, and Steven Universe. A separate section will be dedicated to transformative fiction.
Question: What is Silicon Valley and why did it start where and when it started?
Everyone has heard of Silicon Valley, that magical place where corporate dreams come true, but what Silicon Valley actually is remains a mystery to most people. I would like to write about what caused the rise of Silicon Valley and what caused it to become a worldwide phenomenon.
For my research paper I would like to delve into the Korean War and why it is considered the “Forgotten War”. I would also like to look into how it affected American and Korean families. Many veterans are now worried that young men and women will have to go to Korea and basically re do what has already been done. I would like to touch on the war itself, how it came to a conclusion, how it is viewed now, and the emerging issues between countries.
For my research paper, I am asking: When did the US steel industry fall? I will focus on Andrew Carnegie, how the industry came about, and what led to its fall.
my updated topic is: What were the effects of the steel industry on American Society? Focus on: social, political, and economic effects. Andrew Carnegie, formation of unions, race relations and working classes.
I would like to write my research paper on the changes and developments of the fast food industry and the rise of artificial ingredients in food today. My paper will touch upon the growing obesity epidemic, and the major factors that contributed to it. I will also explain the dangers of growing food franchises such as McDonalds, and brands such as Coca Cola and Frito Lay. Lastly I will provide a counter argument of some form and describe the actions taken to improve this growing issue in America (ex: Michelle Obama's Lets Move!, FDA's tighter food/ingredient regulations, etc)
Good, Kaelyn. Be sure to keep it focused. Once you delve into the causes of the obesity epidemic that could take you into a much larger research question. Good start.
I plan to write my research paper on the Kentucky Derby: the longest running sports event in the history of the United States. Dating back to 1875, this annual event is the most prestigious American horse race and a celebration of southern culture and traditions. The Kentucky Derby has survived through major social conflicts including the Great Depression and World War II and has become a true icon of Americana.
I am going to write my paper about the Manhattan Project. I will focus on the reasons for/secrecy of the project. Also, I will talk about how the public was affected by the project and how they reacted to its reveal.
I would like to write my research paper on Rosa Parks and how she helped initiate the Civil Rights Movement. Her refusal to give up her seat to a white passenger on a public bus in Alabama sparked a city wide boycott and nationwide rebellions to end segregation of public facilities. Her quiet and courageous act triggered a wave of protests, changing the way America viewed black people and redirected the course of history.
I want to write a research paper on the impact of the Seneca Falls Convention and its influence on Women's suffrage. Focusing on key women leaders of the Convention such as Stanton, Anthony, and Mott.
I would like to write my research paper about the conservationism movement under Teddy Roosevelt's presidency in the early twentieth century, and how this compares and contrasts to the environmental movement in the 1960s. My paper would answer the question: How did conservationism of the early twentieth century set the stage for the responsibility the American government takes in environmental issues?
My research paper is going to be about the Iranian Hostage Crisis with a focus on the six American refugees who escaped from the American embassy and hid in the Canadian embassy until Tony Mendez helped them escape from Iran under the identities of Canadian filmmakers. I will go into the role that the CIA played in this mission and others similar to it since its founding in 1947.
The continental United States never had blackouts in World War II, but coastal communities such as Marblehead had something very similar called dimouts. For 18 months near the beginning of World War II, Marblehead was a very dark place when the sun went down...What was the dimout? Why did they do it? How did they do it? How did it affect people's lives in Marblehead?
For my research paper I want to talk about prohibition and why it was added to the constitution as as it clearly violated civil liberties in this country. Although Prohibition was created to cure the ills of society, it caused far more harm than good in America. Between 1920 and 1933, the Eighteenth Amendment made it illegal to manufacture, transport and sell alcoholic beverages in the United States.I would also like to discuss how the nation was divided and how loopholes were created which led to a lawless underground society.
There are a lot of topics proposed here. The loopholes and how people got around Prohibition laws is interesting. We can talk about the focus more in class.
For my research paper I would like to talk about The economic recession of 2008 and how the mortgage market led to the economic collapse and how it effected U.S society.This economic crisis was the largest since The Great Depression, significantly effecting many lives in the U.S.
I would like to do my research project on the development and usage of video game consoles, and their affect on American society. My points of interest would include, but are not limited to: the creation of the first console and the response towards this form of entertainment, the growth of the industry over the early twenty first century and the stigma placed on playing video games, the health benefits of this form of entertainment, the use of video game simulations in the United States military, and the potential that this industry has in the decades to come for American citizens.
My topic will be on the effect of the counterculture movement on the American dream. I will focus in on the many movements of the time like the anti-authoritarian movement and the Civil Rights movement, which were influential in overall view of the American Dream. I will also touch on the many new cultural norms of the time such as psychedelic drugs and music (i.e. the British invasion) and how they affected the overall society in America at the time.
For my research paper I would like to explore the effects that the Cuban Missile Crisis had on United States foreign policy and public opinion on government. My essay will answer the questions: What role did the the Kennedys play in resolving the crisis? How was the U.S. able to use diplomacy rather than action to avoid conflict? What was gained, lost, and learned by all parties involved in the crisis?
For my research paper, I would like to talk about how World War II affected life on the Home Front. Drastic changes were taking place in the U.S. during the war. Factories were kicked into overdrive, Women joined the workforce, and many sacrificed their way of life for the War. I will focus more on the social and economic changes that took place.
For my research paper, I would like to discuss how the United States’ decisive victory at the Battle of Midway marked a turning point in the fight against Japan during World War 2. I will be concentrating on how United States’ success against Japan changed from battles prior to Midway to the Battle of Midway itself to battles following Midway.
I would like to examine the social, economical, and demographic impact of the emancipation of slaves on blacks. I would also look at the significance of the USCT in addition to the former.
For my research paper I would like to discuss Steve Jobs and how the ideas he came up with at Apple revolutionized the technology industry in the United States. I will focus on his life and rise to success as well as the struggles he faced along the way. I hope to not only discuss his impact on technology, but also his large-scale impact on American culture.
For my research paper, I would like to discuss the Salem witch trials. I will focus specifically on Giles Corey who suffered a public death, playing a large role in the public beginning to oppose the Salem witch trials. Along with Giles Corey, I will research what caused the numerous witch accusations and the long term affects of the trials.
Question: What were the effects of cocaine smuggling and use during the 70’s and 80’s?
For this paper I will look at the long term and lasting effects of the cocaine trafficking. I will also focus on the CIA involvement with Contra cocaine trafficking during the Reagan administration. Along with the effects that this had on the American government and people. I will not only look at the short term effects of this drug use but also the long term economic and social effects of the use and smuggling of the cocaine.
For my research paper, I would like to talk about Malcolm X and Martin Luther King. I'd like to focus in on how their different strategies led to one being significantly more effective than the other despite their shared goal.
For my research paper I would like to talk about how the U-2 incident affected relations between The United States and The Soviet Union. Focusing on how the relations were prior, during, and after the conflict, and how it influenced the rest of the Cold War and the ideals of the war(could remove the ideals part).
For my research paper id like to do the invasion of Normandy. Primarily how it marked a turning point in the war that paved the way for allied victory. Before D-Day Germany had basically won in the western front pushing allied forces back to Britain. The famous invasion spearheaded by the United States broke through hitter's Atlantic wall and paved the tide of war. From then on the allies had forward momentum that ultimately brought upon the surrender and demise of nazi Germany.
Question: How did the Hudson River Valley School influence the American perception of landscape painting? How did the Hudson River Valley School heighten the influence of American art on the rest of the world?
In this research paper, I will be focusing on the Hudson River Valley School, a group of American Romantic landscape painters whose primary subject was the Hudson River Valley in New York. The "school" is famous for raising the importance of landscape painting to that of portrait and historical painting. I will be analyzing the Hudson River Valley School's influence on the rest of the artistic world.
I would like to focus my research primarily on the controversy surrounding Climate Change during the late 90s up to current day, and how the reluctance of the American public to recognize this issue has hampered efforts to pursue clean energy reforms. I would also like to touch on how the US measures up to other advanced nations in terms of passing legislation to reduce carbon output, developing renewable wind and solar power, banning fracking, illegalizing the exploitation of natives with regards to harvesting oil from tar sands, etc.
I would like to center my research around the motives of the establishment of the Peace Corps under JFK and the question of its reform in modern day. I plan to approach my topic arguing the Peace Corps as a form of United States imperialism in developing nations. On the issue of reform, I would argue for minor reforms regarding volunteer safety.
I plan to write about Asylum Reform in America. I will use Dorothea Dix as a center point by explaining what asylums were like before and after her influences, and how she advocated change. My essay will explain how actual practices and perceptions of asylums evolved, and will answer the question: How did Dorothea Dix act as a turning point for asylum reform?
I plan to research the 1980 summer Olympic Games. I am going to learn about the specific causes that led up to the United States boycotting the games. I will focus on the political motivations and consequences of the boycotts. I will look at statements from political leaders as well as newspaper articles expressing opinions from the boycotts. Within this topic I will narrow in on the specifics results of the boycotts and what they did to further the conflict.
My paper will be on the development of the bio-medical industry in America. Specifically the major contributions of Americans such as Ascher Shapiro who invented intra-aortic balloons or Yuan-Cheng Fung the founder of modern bio mechanics.
I would like to write my research paper on the Academy Awards (the Oscars): the oldest entertainment awards ceremony in American History. I will start by explaining the origins of it. I will touch on when the award show became a world-wide attraction and how it has evolved since 1929.
I will write about the history of the American arms industry and its relationship with the influence of the United States in world affairs. I will begin with the colonial period and follow through the cold war, stopping with the collapse of the Soviet Union and the invention of the internet.
I am going to write my research paper on the Lewis and Clark expedition, and how it impacted the concept of westward expansion. My thesis is going talk about the three main things that were accomplished from the expedition, including mapping the geographic region, documenting new scientific discoveries, and learning about different Native american tribes/ forming relations.
For my research paper, I would like to write on the Baby Boom generation. Focusing on its impact on American society and how the baby boom generation "changed" american society. Also, I will discuss the reasons for the baby boom.
There are a lot of different impacts of the Baby Boom generation that are very much a part of our current lives. Try to narrow in a particular immediate change.
For my research paper I would like to write about the 1980 winter Olympics in Lake Placid and focus on the Men's hockey team and political significance their victory over the Soviet Union had as it applies to the Cold War.
For my final research paper I am going to write about the history of rock n roll. How did the creation of rock n roll change the face of music and American society in the 1940s and 1950s? I will be focusing on the clash of black and white culture, how many black artists broke through the social barrier to play for mixed audiences, and creation of a new movement and music as a result of the mix of jazz, swing, R & B, Jump blues, and African American storytelling.
For my research paper I would like to research and write about the mistakes Franklin Pierce made during his presidency. I would like to write about how these mistakes affected the United States of America, why he won the presidency, and why he is considered one of the worst presidents in American history.
For my research paper, I would like to write about the Manhattan Project and the process of developing and testing the atomic bombs before they were dropped on Japan. I would also discuss the reasons the project remained a secret to the public and the arguments for and against the production of atomic weapons at the time.
Needs to focus on the process of development and testing. Once you get into the arguments for and against the production of atomic weapons you are dipping into a different topic.
For my paper I would like to talk about JFK and the legitimacy of his presidency. I will focus on the question of whether JFK was an effective president or if he was just a nostalgic hero.
Good start, Amanda. Legitimacy is not the right word though. Rather, you are evaluating his presidency. It has the potential to get too large, so you will have to pick and choose what you feel best demonstrate JFK's strengths and weaknesses as president.
For my research paper, I would like to write about why prostitution became illegal in the US, and why Las Vegas was exempt from this law. I will discuss the history of prostitution in the United States as a background to this topic.
For this assignment, I am going to research the history of firearms in the United States. I plan to analyze how economical, political, and technological factors have each played a role in shaping the nation's attitude towards guns, and come to a conclusion as to when, how and why America's gun problem came to be as severe as it is today.
For my research paper, I would like to write about Jacqueline Kennedy and why she was one of the most influential First Ladies in US history. I'll focus on how she promoted the arts, her public image, and her duties as First Lady after the assassination of JFK.
I would like to write my research paper about the causes of King Philip's War. This will include the continued expansion of the colonists and their (often illegitimate) purchasing of Native lands, as well as violent acts carried out by some of the Native Americans, such as the murder of John Sassamon. I would also like to discuss how some of the tribes were not keen on war, but were forced by either the other tribes, or the colonists to choose one side or the other.
I would like to write about the impact of American War Generals during World War II. I will focus on generals such as Douglas MacArthur, Dwight Eisenhower, and George Patton and the important battles they commanded in throughout the war. I will also look into the strategies that each general used that made them unique from the others.
For my research paper I would like to focus on the evolution of hospitals throughout US history, answering the question: how do medical practices and facilities compare from the founding of America to present day and how this has affected American citizens. I would focus on some of the oldest hospitals in the US and the medical practices and procedures that occurred in these facilities. I plan on comparing these hospitals to the medical practices and facilities of today. I would like to touch upon how this evolution of hospitals has affected the quality of life of American citizens.
I would like to write my research paper on how the Cold War affected the science fiction genre. I will focus on the fears in American society during this era and how they appeared in and changed the science fiction genre.
Central Question: What was the process of approving birth control as a method of contraception? How did the pill change American society and relationships?
I am going to focus upon how relationships shifted from before and after the approval of the pill, and how women's roles shifted in a relationship. Also, I am going to discuss Margaret Sanger and her role in getting the FDA to approve the pill. Lastly, I will touch upon the causes of the pill's creation.
For my research paper, I would like to focus on the accomplishments of Jesse Owens at the Berlin Olympics in 1936. At the 1936 games, Owens was subject to discrimination by Adolf Hitler and white supremacists. Jesse Owens' was able to discredit Adolf Hitler's claim that the Aryan race was dominant by winning four gold medals in a single Olympiad. His accomplishments will be forever remembered mainly because of his ability to rise above segregation and do the impossible.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Grace. There is a good PBS documentary on Owens that could be a good source.
DeleteCentral Question: What caused the counterculture movement of the 1960s?
ReplyDeleteTopic Details: 3-4 main causes - the conservative movement, foreign policy and America's role in global conflicts, previous + coinciding social movements (women's rights, civil rights, environmental reform) ; major objectives and eventual results of the movement
Good start, Becky. Be sure to provide balance and focus for each element throughout.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper on Thomas Jefferson and his contradictory relationship with his slaves. I plan to focus specifically on Jefferson’s affair with Sally Hemings and the treatment of the six slave children that Sally Hemings gave birth to over the course of their relationship. Finally, I would also like to discuss how Jefferson’s relationship with Hemings affected the choices he made as president and how the public reacted when they discovered the extent of his affair.
ReplyDeleteGood, Sarah. There is a recent book called the Hemingses of Monticello by Annette Gordon-Reed that can help.
DeleteI want to write my research paper on Jackie Robinson and his efforts in the Civil Rights movement. I want to specifically focus upon the affects of him playing Major League Baseball on the Civil Rights movement. I also want to focus on his manager, Branch Rickey, who gave Robinson the opportunity to play, although he knew there would be great consequences along with it.
ReplyDeleteGood start, there is a recent Ken Burns' documentary about Robinson you should check out.
DeleteQuestion: How did Miles Davis influence the evolution of Jazz in the 20th century?
ReplyDeleteSupporting Details: A focus on his individual albums and stylistic changes during his career and how his music influenced his contemporaries and (possibly) music that is being made today. Each section of the paper will focus on a certain era of his music and how it influenced jazz and popular music.
Good start, Jake.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper on the Challenger shuttle disaster and how it could have been prevented. I will focus on the making of the shuttle, and more specifically the making of the part that malfunctioned during the launch, causing the fuel tank to rip apart. I will also focus on the effect of the weather the day of the launch, as well as the political pressures that pushed the launch to take place, even when some engineers warned of malfunctioning parts.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Jemma.
DeleteQuestion: What was the motivation of Lee Harvey Oswald in the assassination of JFK, and what were the results of his act on American society and government?
ReplyDeleteTopics to bring up: Motives/history of Oswald, the assassination, response of the public (Oswald assassination),legacy of the assassination.
Good start, Kyle. The second part about the results needs a bit more focus. The affects are very far-reaching so focusing on just one of these things (e.g., government) would be the way to go.
DeleteQuestion: What was the lasting significance and legacy of Nat Turner's Rebellion of 1831?
ReplyDeleteIn this research paper, I will provide information on the rebellion, its causes, and its effects. I will talk about what physically went down during this rebellion and how it was suppressed. The reactionary backlash of pro-slavery and racist sentiment, and the effect this rebellion may have had on future rebellions and uprisings will also be talked about.
Excellent start.
DeleteI would like to do my research paper on the development of medicine throughout the Civil War. Disease struck both sides of the war, so the development of new medical practices and technologies was vital. I want to specifically focus on the reasons why medicine became such an important part of the war and the evolution of medical practices and technologies that influenced our medical world today.
ReplyDeleteI will also talk about women's roles and their contribution to the developing medical field during the Civil War era.
DeleteInteresting topic. Great start.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper on the O.J. Simpson murder case and how it affected the nation. This trial brought about many controversial topics regarding how the Los Angeles Police Department treated people of color. It questioned whether Simpson was plotted and targeted for the crime because of his color, making the case transform into a fight against the LAPD and their morals. The case was heavily followed by the nation and aroused many riots that supported either Simpson or the families of the two murder victims. The topics brought about by this trial had a great impact on the nation and changed how many people viewed the LAPD as well as the power of public figures and their image.
ReplyDeleteCharlotte,
DeleteGood start. I would focus on one element of the outcome OJ Simpson case (e.g., the riots that ensued in the aftermath, or issues within the LAPD) because it has the potential to get too big for the scope of this paper. Narrow it in as you collect your sources.
I would like to talk about Walt Disney and his role as an American icon. It would touch upon his impact on the American movie industry and his business during the Great Depression.
ReplyDeleteFor my Research paper, I want to talk about Prohibition and how it affected America as a whole. Prohibition was clearly not a success for the government and I want to talk about how it affected the country both socially and economically and what the consequences were.
ReplyDeleteNeed to focus on one of these effects of Prohibition. Right now it is too broad. We'll talk in class.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper about how the public responded to the domestic policies the U.S government put in place in response to the 9/11 attacks. Specifically about the PATRIOT Act because today it continues to be controversial because some are concerned that it violates citizens' right to privacy.
ReplyDeleteGood start.
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ReplyDeleteQuestion: How did Jonas Salk's decision to not patent the polio vaccine affect the polio epidemic and the pharmaceutical industry in America?
ReplyDeleteI will write about the polio epidemic, Salk's discovery of the vaccination, and the effects of the vaccine world wide. I will argue that the decision not to patent the vaccine allowed for cheap distribution, leading to the end of the transmission of the disease.
Excellent start.
DeleteI would like to write my topic about the history of The America's Cup and how the race has affected international relations over time. I will also discuss how the technology used on the boats has evolved over time.
ReplyDeleteDid a boat race really affect international relations? You then go into technology of the boats. That's a different research topic. Needs clarification.
DeleteI would like to talk about the LGBTQIA representation in American media such as film, TV, and literature and its impact on the public opinion and general effect on the development of the movement. I will focus on the change over time in the general population's perspective on the LGBTQIA community and their rights, as well as the change in how these characters in media are portrayed. Some of the specific examples I will touch on include but are not limited to Ellen, Brokeback Mountain, Orange is the New Black, Sense8, and Steven Universe. A separate section will be dedicated to transformative fiction.
ReplyDeleteThis is an interesting but very broad topic. As you research work to narrow the focus.
DeleteQuestion: What is Silicon Valley and why did it start where and when it started?
ReplyDeleteEveryone has heard of Silicon Valley, that magical place where corporate dreams come true, but what Silicon Valley actually is remains a mystery to most people. I would like to write about what caused the rise of Silicon Valley and what caused it to become a worldwide phenomenon.
Interesting topic. Good start.
DeleteFor my research paper I would like to delve into the Korean War and why it is considered the “Forgotten War”. I would also like to look into how it affected American and Korean families. Many veterans are now worried that young men and women will have to go to Korea and basically re do what has already been done. I would like to touch on the war itself, how it came to a conclusion, how it is viewed now, and the emerging issues between countries.
ReplyDeleteGood start. Has the potential to become too broad, so be sure to keep it focused.
DeleteFor my research paper, I am asking: When did the US steel industry fall? I will focus on Andrew Carnegie, how the industry came about, and what led to its fall.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Ilse. I know we talked about it in class, too, so we're good.
Deletemy updated topic is: What were the effects of the steel industry on American Society? Focus on: social, political, and economic effects. Andrew Carnegie, formation of unions, race relations and working classes.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper on the changes and developments of the fast food industry and the rise of artificial ingredients in food today. My paper will touch upon the growing obesity epidemic, and the major factors that contributed to it. I will also explain the dangers of growing food franchises such as McDonalds, and brands such as Coca Cola and Frito Lay. Lastly I will provide a counter argument of some form and describe the actions taken to improve this growing issue in America (ex: Michelle Obama's Lets Move!, FDA's tighter food/ingredient regulations, etc)
ReplyDeleteGood, Kaelyn. Be sure to keep it focused. Once you delve into the causes of the obesity epidemic that could take you into a much larger research question. Good start.
DeleteI plan to write my research paper on the Kentucky Derby: the longest running sports event in the history of the United States. Dating back to 1875, this annual event is the most prestigious American horse race and a celebration of southern culture and traditions. The Kentucky Derby has survived through major social conflicts including the Great Depression and World War II and has become a true icon of Americana.
ReplyDeleteGood start.
DeleteI am going to write my paper about the Manhattan Project. I will focus on the reasons for/secrecy of the project. Also, I will talk about how the public was affected by the project and how they reacted to its reveal.
ReplyDeleteGood start. See me in class to discuss some tweaks to it.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper on Rosa Parks and how she helped initiate the Civil Rights Movement. Her refusal to give up her seat to a white passenger on a public bus in Alabama sparked a city wide boycott and nationwide rebellions to end segregation of public facilities. Her quiet and courageous act triggered a wave of protests, changing the way America viewed black people and redirected the course of history.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Meg.
DeleteI want to write a research paper on the impact of the Seneca Falls Convention and its influence on Women's suffrage. Focusing on key women leaders of the Convention such as Stanton, Anthony, and Mott.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Hannah.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper about the conservationism movement under Teddy Roosevelt's presidency in the early twentieth century, and how this compares and contrasts to the environmental movement in the 1960s. My paper would answer the question: How did conservationism of the early twentieth century set the stage for the responsibility the American government takes in environmental issues?
ReplyDeleteKyra, interesting topic. Good start.
DeleteMy research paper is going to be about the Iranian Hostage Crisis with a focus on the six American refugees who escaped from the American embassy and hid in the Canadian embassy until Tony Mendez helped them escape from Iran under the identities of Canadian filmmakers. I will go into the role that the CIA played in this mission and others similar to it since its founding in 1947.
ReplyDeleteGreat start.
DeleteThe continental United States never had blackouts in World War II, but coastal communities such as Marblehead had something very similar called dimouts. For 18 months near the beginning of World War II, Marblehead was a very dark place when the sun went down...What was the dimout? Why did they do it? How did they do it? How did it affect people's lives in Marblehead?
ReplyDeleteInteresting topic. You should consult with the Marblehead Historical Society. I'm guessing they would have sources.
DeleteFor my research paper I want to talk about prohibition and why it was added to the constitution as as it clearly violated civil liberties in this country. Although Prohibition was created to cure the ills of society, it caused far more harm than good in America. Between 1920 and 1933, the Eighteenth Amendment made it illegal to manufacture, transport and sell alcoholic beverages in the United States.I would also like to discuss how the nation was divided and how loopholes were created which led to a lawless underground society.
ReplyDeleteThere are a lot of topics proposed here. The loopholes and how people got around Prohibition laws is interesting. We can talk about the focus more in class.
DeleteFor my research paper I would like to talk about The economic recession of 2008 and how the mortgage market led to the economic collapse and how it effected U.S society.This economic crisis was the largest since The Great Depression, significantly effecting many lives in the U.S.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Drew.
DeleteI would like to do my research project on the development and usage of video game consoles, and their affect on American society. My points of interest would include, but are not limited to: the creation of the first console and the response towards this form of entertainment, the growth of the industry over the early twenty first century and the stigma placed on playing video games, the health benefits of this form of entertainment, the use of video game simulations in the United States military, and the potential that this industry has in the decades to come for American citizens.
ReplyDeleteIt's a good start Sam, but you seem to have confused effect with affect in your post... You see, affect is actually a verb, but effect is noun.
DeleteA lot of things going on here. Needs to be focused on one element of video game consoles. It's interesting, but let's talk more in class to focus it.
DeleteMy topic will be on the effect of the counterculture movement on the American dream. I will focus in on the many movements of the time like the anti-authoritarian movement and the Civil Rights movement, which were influential in overall view of the American Dream. I will also touch on the many new cultural norms of the time such as psychedelic drugs and music (i.e. the British invasion) and how they affected the overall society in America at the time.
ReplyDeleteThere are a few different topics here. We'll have to narrow it down to one of these elements. Let's talk in class.
DeleteFor my research paper I would like to explore the effects that the Cuban Missile Crisis had on United States foreign policy and public opinion on government. My essay will answer the questions: What role did the the Kennedys play in resolving the crisis? How was the U.S. able to use diplomacy rather than action to avoid conflict? What was gained, lost, and learned by all parties involved in the crisis?
ReplyDeleteHas the potential to get too big, but if you stay focused on the immediate outcomes of the Crisis then you will be all set.
DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to talk about how World War II affected life on the Home Front. Drastic changes were taking place in the U.S. during the war. Factories were kicked into overdrive, Women joined the workforce, and many sacrificed their way of life for the War. I will focus more on the social and economic changes that took place.
ReplyDeleteGood start. Will need to focus on a few key developments so the topic doesn't get too big.
DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to discuss how the United States’ decisive victory at the Battle of Midway marked a turning point in the fight against Japan during World War 2. I will be concentrating on how United States’ success against Japan changed from battles prior to Midway to the Battle of Midway itself to battles following Midway.
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DeleteI would like to examine the social, economical, and demographic impact of the emancipation of slaves on blacks. I would also look at the significance of the USCT in addition to the former.
ReplyDeleteFocus this. There are a lot of topics going on here.
DeleteFor my research paper I would like to discuss Steve Jobs and how the ideas he came up with at Apple revolutionized the technology industry in the United States. I will focus on his life and rise to success as well as the struggles he faced along the way. I hope to not only discuss his impact on technology, but also his large-scale impact on American culture.
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DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to discuss the Salem witch trials. I will focus specifically on Giles Corey who suffered a public death, playing a large role in the public beginning to oppose the Salem witch trials. Along with Giles Corey, I will research what caused the numerous witch accusations and the long term affects of the trials.
ReplyDeleteInteresting topic. There will be a lot of local sources you can draw from.
DeleteQuestion: What were the effects of cocaine smuggling and use during the 70’s and 80’s?
ReplyDeleteFor this paper I will look at the long term and lasting effects of the cocaine trafficking. I will also focus on the CIA involvement with Contra cocaine trafficking during the Reagan administration. Along with the effects that this had on the American government and people. I will not only look at the short term effects of this drug use but also the long term economic and social effects of the use and smuggling of the cocaine.
Potential to get too big, just keep it focused and it'll be a good topic.
DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to focus on how the US invasion of Irag, and the removal of Saddam Hussein led to the rise of Isis.
ReplyDeletePoignant topic. Good start.
DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to talk about Malcolm X and Martin Luther King. I'd like to focus in on how their different strategies led to one being significantly more effective than the other despite their shared goal.
ReplyDeleteFor my research paper I would like to talk about how the U-2 incident affected relations between The United States and The Soviet Union. Focusing on how the relations were prior, during, and after the conflict, and how it influenced the rest of the Cold War and the ideals of the war(could remove the ideals part).
ReplyDeleteGood start, Nash.
DeleteFor my research paper id like to do the invasion of Normandy. Primarily how it marked a turning point in the war that paved the way for allied victory. Before D-Day Germany had basically won in the western front pushing allied forces back to Britain. The famous invasion spearheaded by the United States broke through hitter's Atlantic wall and paved the tide of war. From then on the allies had forward momentum that ultimately brought upon the surrender and demise of nazi Germany.
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DeleteQuestion: How did the Hudson River Valley School influence the American perception of landscape painting? How did the Hudson River Valley School heighten the influence of American art on the rest of the world?
ReplyDeleteIn this research paper, I will be focusing on the Hudson River Valley School, a group of American Romantic landscape painters whose primary subject was the Hudson River Valley in New York. The "school" is famous for raising the importance of landscape painting to that of portrait and historical painting. I will be analyzing the Hudson River Valley School's influence on the rest of the artistic world.
Good start, Chloe.
DeleteI would like to focus my research primarily on the controversy surrounding Climate Change during the late 90s up to current day, and how the reluctance of the American public to recognize this issue has hampered efforts to pursue clean energy reforms. I would also like to touch on how the US measures up to other advanced nations in terms of passing legislation to reduce carbon output, developing renewable wind and solar power, banning fracking, illegalizing the exploitation of natives with regards to harvesting oil from tar sands, etc.
ReplyDeleteInteresting topic, Sam. Good start.
DeleteI would like to center my research around the motives of the establishment of the Peace Corps under JFK and the question of its reform in modern day. I plan to approach my topic arguing the Peace Corps as a form of United States imperialism in developing nations. On the issue of reform, I would argue for minor reforms regarding volunteer safety.
ReplyDeleteWe talked about this a little in class. Re-frame it slightly and you're good.
Deletei would like to focus my research on my family history and my family's impact on American history
ReplyDeleteInteresting topic. I know we talked about the extent of this in class so I know where you're going with it.
DeleteI plan to write about Asylum Reform in America. I will use Dorothea Dix as a center point by explaining what asylums were like before and after her influences, and how she advocated change. My essay will explain how actual practices and perceptions of asylums evolved, and will answer the question: How did Dorothea Dix act as a turning point for asylum reform?
ReplyDeleteGood start, Molly.
DeleteI plan to research the 1980 summer Olympic Games. I am going to learn about the specific causes that led up to the United States boycotting the games. I will focus on the political motivations and consequences of the boycotts. I will look at statements from political leaders as well as newspaper articles expressing opinions from the boycotts. Within this topic I will narrow in on the specifics results of the boycotts and what they did to further the conflict.
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DeleteMy paper will be on the development of the bio-medical industry in America. Specifically the major contributions of Americans such as Ascher Shapiro who invented intra-aortic balloons or Yuan-Cheng Fung the founder of modern bio mechanics.
ReplyDeleteGood start, George.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper on the Academy Awards (the Oscars): the oldest entertainment awards ceremony in American History. I will start by explaining the origins of it. I will touch on when the award show became a world-wide attraction and how it has evolved since 1929.
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DeleteI will write about the history of the American arms industry and its relationship with the influence of the United States in world affairs. I will begin with the colonial period and follow through the cold war, stopping with the collapse of the Soviet Union and the invention of the internet.
ReplyDeleteFor the scope of this paper, perhaps limit it to colonial period? Let's talk in class.
DeleteI am going to write my research paper on the Lewis and Clark expedition, and how it impacted the concept of westward expansion. My thesis is going talk about the three main things that were accomplished from the expedition, including mapping the geographic region, documenting new scientific discoveries, and learning about different Native american tribes/ forming relations.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Paris.
DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to write on the Baby Boom generation. Focusing on its impact on American society and how the baby boom generation "changed" american society. Also, I will discuss the reasons for the baby boom.
ReplyDeleteThere are a lot of different impacts of the Baby Boom generation that are very much a part of our current lives. Try to narrow in a particular immediate change.
DeleteWhat prompted the Harlem Renaissance? How did the explosion of music, art, and literature impact the 21st century and american culture?
DeleteFor my research paper I would like to write about the 1980 winter Olympics in Lake Placid and focus on the Men's hockey team and political significance their victory over the Soviet Union had as it applies to the Cold War.
ReplyDeleteGood start, James.
DeleteFor my final research paper I am going to write about the history of rock n roll.
ReplyDeleteHow did the creation of rock n roll change the face of music and American society in the 1940s and 1950s?
I will be focusing on the clash of black and white culture, how many black artists broke through the social barrier to play for mixed audiences, and creation of a new movement and music as a result of the mix of jazz, swing, R & B, Jump blues, and African American storytelling.
Good start, Reilly. Be sure to keep it focused as this has potential to become too large.
DeleteFor my research paper I would like to research and write about the mistakes Franklin Pierce made during his presidency. I would like to write about how these mistakes affected the United States of America, why he won the presidency, and why he is considered one of the worst presidents in American history.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Felix.
DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to write about the Manhattan Project and the process of developing and testing the atomic bombs before they were dropped on Japan. I would also discuss the reasons the project remained a secret to the public and the arguments for and against the production of atomic weapons at the time.
ReplyDeleteNeeds to focus on the process of development and testing. Once you get into the arguments for and against the production of atomic weapons you are dipping into a different topic.
DeleteFor my paper I would like to talk about JFK and the legitimacy of his presidency. I will focus on the question of whether JFK was an effective president or if he was just a nostalgic hero.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Amanda. Legitimacy is not the right word though. Rather, you are evaluating his presidency. It has the potential to get too large, so you will have to pick and choose what you feel best demonstrate JFK's strengths and weaknesses as president.
DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to write about why prostitution became illegal in the US, and why Las Vegas was exempt from this law. I will discuss the history of prostitution in the United States as a background to this topic.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Kat.
DeleteChanging the topic to be about the US and Israel relations in 1967 surrounding the six days war.
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ReplyDeleteFor this assignment, I am going to research the history of firearms in the United States. I plan to analyze how economical, political, and technological factors have each played a role in shaping the nation's attitude towards guns, and come to a conclusion as to when, how and why America's gun problem came to be as severe as it is today.
ReplyDeleteLucie, a very big topic, but if you focus on a few key reasons then it's doable.
DeleteFor my research paper, I would like to write about Jacqueline Kennedy and why she was one of the most influential First Ladies in US history. I'll focus on how she promoted the arts, her public image, and her duties as First Lady after the assassination of JFK.
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ReplyDeleteI would like to write my research paper about the causes of King Philip's War. This will include the continued expansion of the colonists and their (often illegitimate) purchasing of Native lands, as well as violent acts carried out by some of the Native Americans, such as the murder of John Sassamon. I would also like to discuss how some of the tribes were not keen on war, but were forced by either the other tribes, or the colonists to choose one side or the other.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Matt.
DeleteI would like to write about the impact of American War Generals during World War II. I will focus on generals such as Douglas MacArthur, Dwight Eisenhower, and George Patton and the important battles they commanded in throughout the war. I will also look into the strategies that each general used that made them unique from the others.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Tom.
DeleteFor my research paper I would like to focus on the evolution of hospitals throughout US history, answering the question: how do medical practices and facilities compare from the founding of America to present day and how this has affected American citizens. I would focus on some of the oldest hospitals in the US and the medical practices and procedures that occurred in these facilities. I plan on comparing these hospitals to the medical practices and facilities of today. I would like to touch upon how this evolution of hospitals has affected the quality of life of American citizens.
ReplyDeleteInteresting topic, Mairead. Good start.
DeleteI would like to write my research paper on how the Cold War affected the science fiction genre. I will focus on the fears in American society during this era and how they appeared in and changed the science fiction genre.
ReplyDeleteGood start, Claire.
DeleteCentral Question: What was the process of approving birth control as a method of contraception? How did the pill change American society and relationships?
ReplyDeleteI am going to focus upon how relationships shifted from before and after the approval of the pill, and how women's roles shifted in a relationship. Also, I am going to discuss Margaret Sanger and her role in getting the FDA to approve the pill. Lastly, I will touch upon the causes of the pill's creation.
Good start, Vanessa.
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