Writing Assignment| Contemporary Heroes: Analyzing Inspirational Figures and Their Impact

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to engage college students in critical thinking and research skills by analyzing a contemporary living person as a hero. By utilizing the online library database, students will explore and evaluate the evidence to support their analysis, fostering a deeper understanding of heroic qualities, societal impact, and the complexities of heroism in the modern world.

Introduction

Instructions

1. Study the lessons and pages assigned in this module
2. Choose a contemporary living person who you consider to be a hero. I strongly encourage diversity in the selection, such as individuals from various fields like science, arts, activism, sports, or social work. Select someone who has made a significant positive impact on society.
3. Use your understanding of this week’s lessons to gather library research and evidence on your hero and their contribution to society. Access the online library database and familiarize yourself with its search functions and available resources. Research an article from the Valencia Library Database titled Biography in Context or Academic Search Complete. No other source/search engine should be used for this activity.
4. Contact library support services, if needed. Explore a range of sources such as scholarly articles, books, news articles, interviews, or documentaries. Collect evidence that supports your analysis of the selected person as a hero. Remember to critically evaluate the credibility and reliability of the sources you find.
5. Write your hero analysis. Begin your analysis by providing a comprehensive background of the selected person, including their achievements, challenges, and the context in which they operate. Be sure to include in-text citation and documentation. Do not plagiarize. Identify and discuss specific heroic qualities or actions demonstrated by the individual. Use evidence from the online library database to support your analysis, including quotes, or examples.
6. Examine the impact of the hero’s actions on society, both locally and globally. Discuss how the hero’s work has influenced individuals, communities, or even broader societal changes. Provide concrete examples and evidence of the positive outcomes resulting from the hero’s actions. Use evidence from the online library database to support your analysis, including quotes, or examples.
7. If applicable, critically evaluate the hero’s actions and consider potential counterarguments or criticisms. If applicable, address these counterarguments and provide evidence or reasoning to support your own perspective on the hero’s impact. Include in-text documentation, as needed.
8. If applicable, engage in critical thinking and present a balanced analysis that acknowledges potential limitations or controversies surrounding the hero’s work.
9. Write a conclusion that summarizes the main points of the analysis and restate the reasons why the selected contemporary living person qualifies as a hero. Reflect on your own understanding of heroism and how the analysis has contributed to your perspective.
10. Support your answer with MLA9 in-text evidence
11. Include a Work Cited page

Guidelines

• Selection of a Contemporary Living Person:

  • Choose a contemporary living person who has made a significant positive impact on society.
  • Consider individuals from diverse fields such as science, arts, activism, sports, social work, etc.

• Use of the Valencia College Online Library Database:

  • Utilize the online library database to gather credible and reliable sources for your analysis.
  • Explore a variety of sources, including scholarly articles, books, news articles, interviews, or documentaries.
  • Citations must ensure all evidence was taken from the following database collections, only: Biography in Context (Gale)Links to an external site. and/or Academic Search Complete (EBSCO)Links to an external site.
  • No outside sources can be used 

• Research and Evidence Gathering:

  • Conduct in-depth research on the selected contemporary hero.
  • Collect evidence that supports your analysis of the hero’s qualities, actions, and impact.
  • Critically evaluate the credibility and reliability of the sources you find.

• Hero Analysis:

  • Provide a comprehensive background of the hero, including their achievements, challenges, and the context in which they operate.
  • Identify and discuss specific heroic qualities or actions demonstrated by the individual.
  • Support your analysis with evidence from the online library database, such as quotes, statistics, or examples.

• Impact on Society:

  • Examine and discuss the impact of the hero’s actions on society, both locally and globally.
  • Explore how the hero’s work has influenced individuals, communities, or brought about broader societal changes.
  • Provide concrete examples and evidence of the positive outcomes resulting from the hero’s actions.

• Critique and Counterarguments:

  • Engage in critical thinking by evaluating the hero’s actions and considering potential counterarguments or criticisms.
  • Address these counterarguments and provide evidence or reasoning to support your perspective on the hero’s impact.
  • Present a balanced analysis that acknowledges potential limitations or controversies surrounding the hero’s work.

• Structure and Organization:

  • Structure your hero analysis with a clear introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
  • Ensure logical flow and coherence in presenting your ideas and arguments.
  • Use transitions to guide the reader through your analysis.

• Proper Citation and Referencing:

  • Properly cite all sources used in your analysis, following MLA
  • Include in-text citations for paraphrased information, quotes, or any other references.
  • Provide a Works Cited page that lists all sources cited in your analysis.

• Writing Style and Grammar:

  • Maintain a clear, concise, and professional writing style throughout your analysis.
  • Proofread your work for grammatical, spelling, and punctuation errors.
  • Ensure your writing is well-structured, coherent, and free from plagiarism.

• Submission Guidelines and Deadline:

• Follow the specified formatting guidelines, including font type, font size, margins, and line spacing.
• Submit your assignment by the designated deadline, adhering to any specific submission requirements.