1. Library Assignment

• Due Date: October 28, 11:59 PM via D2L.
• Purpose: This assignment helps students learn how to select and cite suitable scholarly sources for their Virtual Exhibition. During the library session on October 21, students will explore how to find and evaluate scholarly sources in the MRU library catalogue, with a focus on sources related to the theme of 'identity.'

Assignment Guidelines:

• Students must find two scholarly sources on the theme of 'identity,' which could relate to topics such as gender, race/ethnicity, cultural identity, religious identity, warfare, violence, politics, rhetoric, or technology.
• These sources will support their analysis of how selected images in the Virtual Exhibition communicate aspects of identity and memory.

Submission Details:

• Students must submit a correct 'Works Cited' page entry for each source in either MLA or Chicago style (APA is not accepted).
• For each source, students must also provide:
  1. The author’s credentials and their qualifications.
  2. An explanation of why the source is scholarly.
  3. The source's relevance to the student's research topic.

The assignment should be typed in 12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced, and include a title page.

2. Virtual Exhibition Assignment

Objective:

Students are tasked with curating a virtual exhibition that explores the theme of identity. The exhibition will act as a visual essay, using a cohesive collection of artifacts to address a specific research question and support a central thesis.

Assignment Guidelines:

• Format: Students can use online platforms like WordPress, Prezi, or Artsteps to host their exhibition, or opt for offline formats like PowerPoint or Word.
• Content:
  • Include 7-10 artifacts (e.g., artworks) that relate to the theme of identity.
  • Each artifact should have a 150-200 word label and be correctly cited.
  • The exhibition must present a "big idea statement," which acts as the thesis, defining the scope and purpose of the exhibit.
• Themes to Consider:
  • Gender, race/ethnicity, cultural identity, religious identity, warfare and violence, politics, rhetoric, technology, etc.

Key Components:

1. Introduction: Present a clear "big idea" or thesis statement.
2. Artifact Selection: Choose 7-10 artifacts that align with the theme. Each should have its own label and proper citation.
3. Analysis: Provide in-depth interpretation and analysis of each artifact, linking them to the exhibition’s thesis.
4. Conclusion: Summarize the key insights demonstrated in the exhibition.

Requirements:

• Word Count: 1,200-1,500 words.
• Citations: Follow MLA or Chicago formatting. Include figure captions with artist details, medium, dimensions, and historical context.