Thursday, August 23, 2018

Outliers: Traits of the Greats!


Malcolm Gladwell defines an outlier as “something that is situated away from or classed differently from a main or related body.”

An outlier stands out. But what lifts a person to a league of their own? If Gladwell contends that success is influenced by birthday, luck, and parent involvement, then what can an individual do if the cards seem to be stacked against them?

What drives a person to be their own opportunity maker?

Select ONE TRAIT that best defines an outlier in your mind. The word should be abstract but specific since it is a character trait, and it should be written in ADJECTIVE form (e.g., "Shy," "Sarcastic," "Peaceful," etc.). To claim your word, post it as a comment below!  ↓   First come, first serve!

RESEARCH one example of a well-known person who embodies this idea. It cannot be an example from the text. Find at least 5 different pieces of evidence that support your choice. These can come from the same source, but make sure to use reliable sources. you need to submit a works cited as part of the project (see "Reflect").

CREATE a design using Canva (link below) that combines your word, your example, and the evidence. Make the word the focal point of your poster--nice and large and visible! Add the evidence/data that supports this, but make sure it de-emphasized compared to your word. BE CREATIVE in your design and layout. You must also include a high-quality image of the person.

REFLECT on your choice by writing your first blog post for this class. Create a new blog on BLOGGER. Give it a catchy name and design. Then create a new post with a catchy title relevant to Outliers/your example. Write at least 200 words justifying your choice. Incorporate the best THREE out of your five pieces of evidence/data you researched, and provide a works cited section at the end of you post (not included in word count). You must also use at least 1 high-quality image in the post. You may wear your reflection writer "hat," but try to limit your use of first-person POV and use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar...unless you have a stylistic reason to break a grammar rule!

DESIGN & BLOG DUE WEDNESDAY BY 10:30 P.M.

GALLERY WALK OF DESIGNS ON THURSDAY.

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