Watch the video of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech.
MLK “I Have a Dream” speech video
MLK “I Have a Dream” speech transcript
Analysis should be a minimum of 500 words, typed, Times New Roman 12 pt font, double spaced (with no added spacing between paragraphs) with 1-inch margins. Please use MLA or APA citation.
Martin Luther King Speech Evaluation
Introduction paragraph discussing your personal beliefs, attitudes, feelings, and knowledge of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Four paragraphs answering each of the following questions in detail using specific examples from research and your personal knowledge:
How is the message of this speech relevant in today’s world in influencing global perspective?
How did the verbal and nonverbal behaviors and word choice contribute to the strength of the speech and message?
How did this speech influence the social norms and behaviors of the time period? Does it continue to influence society’s behavior? If so, how?
Historically speaking, has this speech been used to advance other causes? How?
Conclusion paragraph explaining how this speech has inspired, challenged, influenced you in any area including public speaking.
Information regarding the essay
Save the file as a Word document and attach a file in MyCSCourses Dropbox labeled MLK Assignment.
The essay will be graded in three areas: Content, Structure, and Mechanics. Content will be based on specific examples and in-depth analysis in answering the four questions. The structure will be based on the formatting of the heading, paragraphs, and sentences. Mechanics will be based on spelling, punctuation, and grammar usage.
https://youtu.be/smEqnnklfYs (Video)
https://www.archives.gov/nyc/exhibit/mlk (Speech Transcript)
