Table of Contents
Representation in Congress
- Due Feb 7 by 12:59am
- Points 100
- Submitting a media recording or a file upload
Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
- Textbook: Chapter 11, 12
- Lesson
- Minimum of 2 scholarly sources in addition to the textbook.
Instructions
Research the proportion of women, African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans and openly gay or lesbian members of Congress.
- Reflect on what these patterns say about the nature of representation.
- Why do some groups tend to be underrepresented in Congress?
- Why do you see a trend in which more women and minorities are being represented?
- Do you think the underrepresentation of women and minorities affect Congress’s business?
- How might we as a people address this situation and strive towards equal representation? Make sure to cite sources used.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
- Length: 1.5-2 pages (not including title page or references page)
- 1-inch margins
- Double spaced
- 12-point Times New Roman font
- Title page
- References page (minimum of 2 scholarly sources in addition to textbook if cited)
Grading
This activity will be graded based on the Written Assignment Grading Rubric.
Course Outcomes (CO): 5, 6
Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday
Rubric
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Discusses Equality of Representation
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Impact of Underrepresentation by Congress
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Proposes Strategies to Ensure Equal Representation
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Writing: Mechanics and Usage
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Citations
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Total Points: 100
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