Instructions


 * Progressive Era WebQuest **


 * INTRODUCTION **
 * The Progressive Era was a period of reform that took shape in the late 1800s through 1921. The movement was made up of middle class reformers, journalists and writers who launched reform efforts whose goal was to correct problems created by the industrial revolution and other injustices of American life.
 * In today’s world, we see remnants of the Progressive Era in almost every facet of society. For example, women’s rights groups are still in effect, newspapers attempt to uncover political corruption in almost every level of government, and organizations such as MADD and SADD lobby for the enactment of legislation that will limit drunk driving.
 * With this in mind, it is obvious that the Progressive Era has had a lasting impact on American society.

Reformers addressed many issues during the Progressive Era, including, but not limited to, women’s rights, the emergence of inner city slums, equality for African Americans, and alcohol abuse within families. Of the many reform movements addressed during the Progressive Era, which movement had the most positive, lasting impact on society to this day? Furthermore, what evidence exists in today’s society to support your opinion?
 * THE QUEST **


 * PROCEDURES **
 * 1) You will be assigned to research one of the main reform movements of the Progressive Era.
 * 2) Using the text and specified internet resources you will complete the research requirements on your reform movement.
 * 3) Upon completion of the research phase, you will be placed in a group with representatives of other reform movements to exchange information and to debate which reform movement was the most successful in impacting today’s world.

**ASSIGNMENTS**

// *NOTE: YouTube introduction videos will be shown in class. //