4.6 PROJECT: Online Identity


Task:

For this final project, you will write a research report that discusses the past, present, and future implications of our online identities as you respond to the essential question.  Examine the effects of social media on identity whether it's personal, social, or cultural and discuss whether it's possible to create and maintain an authentic identify on the internet. 

ESSENTIAL QUESTION:  Is it possible to create and maintain an authentic online identity?

 All students will be required to:

  • Use the skills that you have developed in this course.
  • Research the given topic so that you become an expert on it.  Incorporate statistics and data.
  • Keep an MLA-style works cited list that will be turned in with your final product.
  • Develop a research report that uses clear headings, a visual aid, and formal structure to communicate a response to the question.
  • The headings should follow a parallel format/structure.

Your project should include:

  • a visual aid in the form of a chart or graph
  • a heading for each new section of the report
  • MLA formatting – includes in-text citation and a Works Cited List
  • Double-spaced
  • 12 size font (Times New Roman, Ariel)
  • formal tone and mature vocabulary

You can use the provided resources to begin your research on authentic online identities.   You will also analyze your own resource selections and communicate your personal connections with self, text, and the world as you address the essential question.  The following resources will help you gain a basic understanding of online identities, authenticity, and the consequences of an online presence in the past, present, and future.  In order to deepen your understanding so that you are able to effectively complete this project, you are required to conduct your own research as well.

For this project you will choose ONE of the options from the list below.  This assignment gives options according to the proficiency scale.  Each option allows you to display your understanding at different levels. Students should strive to reach "Proficient and Extending" in all topics.  However, students should be able to display their knowledge at whatever level they can achieve.  Make sure you are showing your highest level of understanding.  Be aware that displaying a Developing Understanding will result in a maximum of 3 out of 6, and a Proficient Understanding will result in a maximum of 4 or 5 out of 6.  For the opportunity to achieve a 6 out of 6 students need to follow the requirements of the Extending Understanding option.  Please choose the option that allows you to best display your understanding of the content.

 

Proficiency Scale Information:

  • To show Developing Understanding (max 3 out of 6 marks) - Write a research report of at least 500 words that uses in-text citation, headings, and analysis of research to clearly communicate a response to the essential question.  The report is formatted with a clear introduction, main body paragraphs, and a conclusion.   A relevant visual aid in the form of a chart or graph is used to support your conclusion but is not incorporated into the discussion.  Demonstrate thorough research with at least 2 sources of your own that are identified in a Works Cited list.   Research is used but the focus is primarily on personal experiences/opinions to make connections to self, to text, and to the world.

  • To show Proficient Understanding (max 4-5 out of 6 marks) - Write a research report of at least 1000 words that uses in-text citation, headings, and analysis of research to clearly communicate a response to the essential question.  The report is formatted with a clear introduction, main body paragraphs, and a conclusion.   A relevant visual aid in the form of a chart or graph is used to support your conclusion and is mentioned briefly in the discussion.  Demonstrate thorough research with at least 4 sources of your own that are identified in a Works Cited list.   Research includes the use of statistics and data analysis as well as personal experiences/opinions to make connections to self, to text, and to the world.

  • To show Extending Understanding (max 6 out of 6 marks) - Write a research report of at least 1500 words that uses in-text citation, headings, and analysis of research to clearly communicate a response to the essential question.  The report is formatted with a clear introduction, main body paragraphs, and a conclusion.   A relevant visual aid in the form of a chart or graph is used to support your conclusion and is referenced and incorporated into the discussion.  Demonstrate thorough research with at least 6 sources of your own that are identified in a Works Cited list.   Research includes the use of statistics and data analysis as well as personal experiences/opinions to make connections to self, to text, and to the world.

    Max Grade/6 0-2 3 4-5 6
    Understanding Emerging Developing Proficient Extending
    Proficiency Scale The student demonstrates an initial understanding of the concepts and competencies relevant to the expected learning. The student demonstrates a partial understanding of the concepts and competencies relevant to the expected learning. The student demonstrates a complete understanding of the concepts and competencies relevant to the expected learning. The student demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the concepts and competencies relevant to the expected learning.

  

Assessment:  Below you will find the exemplary criteria used to assess the assignment.   

Learning Target(s) - Exemplary (6/6):  Final product demonstrates a thorough understanding of an authentic online identity and its past, present, and future implications.  This understanding results from diverse and comprehensive research and close analysis of texts, language, and author's intent.  Makes meaningful connections to self, to text, and to the world.  Explains ideas fully with depth and maturity, considering multiple perspectives and recognizing the significance of an authentic online identity.  Seamlessly uses in-text citations and includes a works cited list.  

Ideas/Content - Exemplary (6/6): Exemplary development of ideas.  Content is clear, concise and original.  There is logical development and effective research report formatting.  Accomplishes the purpose with originality, individuality, maturity, and sophistication.

Reflection and Insight - Exemplary (6/6):  Complex connections and original ideas are included in a thoughtful response that includes relevant examples of the student’s learning process and growth, which has been the result of informed, reflective, and insightful research.  

Conventions/Sentence Fluency - Exemplary (6/6):  Sentence structure and vocabulary are varied, skillfully written (or spoken), and carefully chosen.  Composition shows maturity in vocabulary, structure, and organization. Reflection on the quality of writing is evident, resulting in few or no errors.

Estimated Allotted Time: 3-4 hours

Submission:  "4.6 PROJECT:  Online Identity" 

This is where you will upload your assignment to your teacher for marking.

You will upload the file (.docx, .pdf, .png, .ppt, etc.) containing your assignment.  

Name the file with your name and the title.  eg. Sally Brown Online Identity Project

    • Click Add submission.
    • Upload the file containing your assignment under File submission.
    • Click Save changes.

OR provide the shareable link from your Google drive in the online text box.