Learning Goals
Students will be able to frame a focused research question about immigration policy and personal identity perspectives.
Students will be able to develop an inquiry plan for investigating immigration policy using multiple sources and community input.
Students will be able to select and evaluate sources on immigration policy, including historical data, current policy texts, and expert interviews, for credibility and relevance.
Students will be able to gather and organize original data from community interviews, panel notes, and peer conversations related to immigration policy.
Students will be able to synthesize findings from diverse sources to explain how immigration policy affects individuals and communities.
Students will be able to analyze the relationship between immigration policy and identity through reflection and critique.
Products
Multimedia Research Documentary on Immigration Policy and Identity
Students create an individual multimedia documentary that presents a focused research question, evidence from multiple sources, and original interviews or panel insights. The documentary must explain how immigration policy affects people differently based on identity and perspective.
Community Immigration Showcase Exhibit and Panel Presentation
Teams curate a public-facing exhibit and live presentation that synthesizes the group’s research into an accessible display with visuals, key findings, and a shared Q&A. The team product highlights collaborative investigation and shows how immigration policy connects to identity, lived experience, and community impact.
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