Major Assignments
Identify and critique authors’ presentations of data in their readings.
Convert historical dollar amounts into current figures using the CPI index (www.dismal.com).
(Fall quarter) Write 12-15 page historical research paper on a labor issue with relevance to today, and incorporating quantitative arguments and data by use of narrative and graphic representation.
(Winter quarter) Write 12-15 page journalistic article on a
contemporary labor issue that is linked to students’ historical research
paper from fall quarter. Students will be expected to incorporate
quantitative arguments and data by use of narrative and graphic
representation.