SPC1017-2462 Group 1

When my group started working on our history presentation, I chose Aaron Burr as my topic. At first, I was very perplexed about researching him because the only thing I really knew about him was that he was the man who killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel. However, once I started researching him, I quickly realized there was so much more to his story. Even though Aaron Burr is one of the most controversial figures in American history, I genuinely enjoyed learning about him and found his life much more interesting than I expected. One of the things I liked most about researching Aaron Burr was discovering how complicated historical figures can be. It's easy to judge someone based on one famous event, but Burr's life was much bigger than his duel with Hamilton. Before that happened, he had already accomplished a lot. He fought in the American Revolution, became a successful lawyer, served in the Senate, and eventually became the third Vice President of the United States. Learning ...

One of the most fascinating aspects of the course for me was watching the changemakers' presentations. I was excited about listening to my classmates' presentations on various topics because everyone had their own way of looking at the subject matter and related it to the broader theme of individual contributions to making changes in society. We saw how various individuals contributed to shaping America through presentations that ranged from America's formation right up to the digital era. What I liked about the presentations is that they were very well organized. The first presentation provided information on the beginnings of American history and included significant individuals who contributed to the formation of the country. It was interesting for me to learn more about such personalities as Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass and their contribution to American history. Abraham Lincoln's contribution is associated with the fight against slavery and saving the cou...

 Dyland Rodriguez          Working on the Changemakers project was a positive experience for me. At the beginning, I felt a little nervous because group projects require communication, organization, and cooperation. However, as we worked together, I became more comfortable and confident.        My group worked well as a team by dividing the responsibilities and supporting each other throughout the project. Each member was responsible for researching and presenting a different changemaker, which helped us stay organized and ensured that everyone contributed equally. We communicated regularly, shared ideas, and helped each other when needed.        My role was to research and present information about Thomas Jefferson. I learned a lot about his contributions and how his actions influenced American history. Preparing my section helped me improve my research, presentation, and communication skills.     ...