In this project, you will first choose a book of the Old Testament to research. In this project you will write a paper that should be 4 pages (typed, double spaced, size 12 font, Times New Roman) or more and should provide information on the historical and cultural background in which the book was written, and a basic summary of the book (1 1/2 pages) including the role of the main characters. Your paper should also include some brief information about the literary style in which this book has been written (i.e. historical, poetry, prophetic, etc). Finally, you are to include a reflection on the meaning of the book. That is, what is the overall message of this particular work? ( 1/2-3/4 page)
You are to use and document at least 3 sources. Include a bibliography (not part of the length requirement)
You will also develop a PowerPoint presentation for this project. Your PowerPoint is to include at least 12 slides with 3 related graphics/pictures (only one picture may exceed more than half of a slide, and the significance of all graphics must be explained in the presentation.
Finally, the oral presentation of your project should be 10-11 minutes and prior preparation should be evident.
Presentations will be given in class the final two weeks of the first semester.
Due dates for various parts of the project will be given.
| Paper x7 | PowerPoint x6 | Presentation x4 | |
| 3 points | 4 pages, all of above instructions followed, well written, organized, | follows instructions, 12 slides, 3 related graphics, presentation is well organized and easy to follow | 10-11 minutes, well organized, not just read, preparation is evident |
| 2 points | less than 3 pages, needs to be better organized, some instructions not followed | 10-11 slides | 6:30-9:59, needs to be more thorough |
| 1 point | less than 2 pages | 8-9 slides, needs to be better organized | 5-6:29, needs to be better organized |
| 0 points | less than 1 page | 8 slides<, | 5 minutes <, important information is omitted |
Total points: 51