Types of Projects
PaperA paper is the tradition form of presenting historical research. Various types of creative writing (e.g., fictional diaries, poems, etc.) are permitted, but must conform to all general category rules. Must be between 1,500 and 2,500 words.
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Documentary
A documentary should reflect your ability to use audiovisual equipment to communicate your topics significance. The documentary category will help you develop skills in using photographs, film, video, audio, computers and graphic presentations. May not exceed ten minutes in length.
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ExhibitAn exhibit is a visual representation of your research and interpretation of your topic must be clear and evident to the viewer. Labels and captions should be used creatively with visual images and objects to enhance the message of your exhibit. Overall size must be no larger than 40 in wide, 30 inches deep, and 6 ft high.
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PerformanceA performance is a dramatic portrayal of your topic's significance is history and must me an original production. It should be scripted based on research of you chosen topic and should have dramatic appeal, but not at the expense of historical information. May not exceed ten minutes in length.
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WebsiteThe website category is the most interactive of the NHD categories. A website should reflect your ability to use website design software and computer technology to communicate your topics significance in history. Website can have no more than 1,200 visible student composed words.
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