GOP PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE BINDER PROJECT
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Students will compile an extensive research binder on the candidacy of a GOP nominee hopeful.
REQUIRED MATERIALS: Students will require a three ring binder, eight binder
Tabs and Computer access. ALL MATERIAL MUST BE TYPED.
TOPIC ASSIGNMENT: Students will be assigned a GOP nominee based on the last digit of their school ID#.
If your ID # ends in a:
0: Michelle Bachmann 1: Herman Cain
2: Newt Gingrich 3: John Huntsman
4: Gary Johnson 5. Ron Paul
6. Rick Perry 7. Buddy Roemer
8. Mitt Romney 9: Rick Santorum
Binder Tabs:
| TAB | DESCRIPTION | POINT VALUE |
| A | Biographical Information: A two-page biography of your candidate. Be sure to include extensive discussion of political experience. | 15% |
| B | Articles: Read and print out 3 articles about your candidate’s campaign (realclearpolitics.com, cnn.com, nytimes.com, etc.) | 5% |
| C | For each article in section C, write a ½ to full page abstract that summarizes the key points of the article. | 15% |
| D | Political Platform: Students will choose six political issues. For each issue, write a ½ to full page on your candidate’s position on these issues. Be sure to include any relevant voting records. | 20% |
| E | Platform Comparison: Write a 1-2 page essay comparing the political platform of your candidate to the political platform of Barack Obama and the Democratic Party. | 15% |
| F | Endorsement/Denouncement: Write a two-page essay that either endorses or denounces the candidacy of your subject. Be sure to cite specific points from their political platform. | 15% |
| G | Project Review: Write a ½-full page reflection paper about this GOP candidate project. What did you think of the project? | 5% |
| H | Bibliography: A list of sources used in your research | 10% |
DUE DATE: The GOP Presidential Candidate Project is due in class to Mr. Pedone on Wednesday, November 9th.
LATE PROJECTS: Late projects will be accepted with severe deductions. Projects delivered on Thursday, November 10th will be penalized 20%. Projects delivered on Monday, November 14th will be penalized at 40%. No projects will be accepted after Monday, November 14th.
PLAGIARISM: Student work is checked routinely for plagiarism. If a student plagiarizes any part of the project, the project will be penalized at 50%. Students guilty of plagiarism will also receive a citizenship grade of 3 on their report card.
PROJECT ASSISTANCE: Students who need assistance with their GOP Candidate Project may make appointments with Mr. Pedone. Time is available during 7th and 8th period, as well as after school.
PROJECT GRADES: Projects will be returned with grades by Wednesday, November 16th. This project will account for 15% of the first semester grade.
FAQ’s:
Q: “What happens if my candidate drops out of the race?”
A: “Continue your project as if the candidate is still running.”
Q: “I have candidate ___________, but I really want candidate __________. Can I switch?”
A: “No. Please abide by the ID# assignment system.”
Q: “How do I know if I am plagiarizing? What’s a bibliography?”
A: “Mr. Pedone will give a special lesson on properly citing sources very soon.”
Q: “Does it have to be typed?”
A: “Yes. We are preparing for college. Everything must be typed and double
spaced. Font size should be 12 pts. (Times New Roman, Arial)”
Q: “Can I add additional information to my binder?”
A: “Please don’t. You may add a cover sheet and/or spine label for ease of
Identification.”
Q: “What if I don’t have a binder and tabs?”
A: “Get them. All binders will be returned after the project. They can be reused for
other classes and projects.”
Q: “Can I get an extension?”
A: “No. Deadlines are deadlines.”
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