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toc =Understanding(s)= The roots of democracy in the United States set the standard for the growth and development of the country. The groundwork for the present day United States was established by early government figures and events. The development of the United States into a world power had a profound effect on a global and historical scale.
 * Goal || **You will create a newscast reporting on a major historical event from 1783-1815.** ||
 * Role || **You are a reporter affiliated with CNN presenting a story from the time period considered to be historically important.** ||
 * Audience || **The History Channel is selecting the best presented news outline and their representatives are watching closely.** ||
 * Situation || **You will be selected as an expert source if your presentation is selected.** ||
 * Presentation || **You will present your piece in the form of a recorded iMovie and leave time for a question & answer period.** ||
 * Standards || **Presentation: Professionalism(15%), Preparation(20%), Topicality(25%), Attire(10%), Q&A(15%), Enthusiasm(15%) Product: Preparation & Editing(20%), Historical Accuracy(25%), Progression(20%), Duration(10%), Graphics & Structure(15%), Originality(10%).** ||

=Introduction= History is not just the record of events that have taken place in the past; every single event that has occurred leading up to this moment has had an impact on the way everyone views the world today, whether minute or grand. In the context of the United States, many events that took place during the time period from 1783-1815 were integral in the formation of our country, and had the events unfolded any differently, the United States as we know it today would not exist. History is dynamic; as time is taken to analyze and understand the true nature of historical events, it becomes more and more apparent the importance they hold. That is where **you** come in.

=Task= Your task is to assume the role of a CNN affiliate newscaster and present an overview analysis of one specific event that took place between 1783-1815 that has had a lasting effect on the development of the United States. The History Channel is looking for a well-developed but concise analysis of an event to gain ideas for their next big historical documentary series. They will be sending station affiliates out to CNN's news room next week; the same time as when you will be presenting your analysis overview. If the History Channel's representatives observe your piece and are intrigued, they may select you to become an expert resource for their documentary. This is your big break; you could finally get your foot in the door and make it to the big time. The network executives are sure to notice a newscaster who has been featured exclusively and prominently in a History Channel series. Be prepared, the representatives will be sure to have plenty of questions after the taping, so you had better be on your toes and ready to answer any and all queries about your event.

=Conclusion= "Phenomenal piece, we look forward to working with you in the future." Phew, I think you pulled it off; it appears as though the History Channel is in your future. Now you will have the chance to present your event to the public in order to help them understand history the same way you do; as a dynamic process that enables humanity to evaluate and change the standards and behaviors of society. The first step in creating a social climate that is willing to change is helping the people to understand the successes and failures of the past. It looks like this is a pretty good way to start, but the journey is never truly finished. “History is a guide to navigation in perilous times. History is who we are and why we are the way we are.” - David C. McCullough.