Digital projects to commemorate the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dedicated his life to advocating for equality, justice, and civil rights, leaving an indelible mark on history. Commemorating his work is not just about honoring the past; it is about empowering the future.
Students can use Wixie to share their knowledge about Dr. King’s legacy by creating learning artifacts such as digital books, trading cards, and presentations that commemorate his work. And, honor his virtues by participating in meaningful work in their communities.
Raise awareness and inform
Engage in projects aimed at enlightening and informing others about the profound impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and the ongoing relevance of his messages.
News about Dr. King
Students can create news articles or reports detailing key events in Dr. King’s life. This could cover his speeches, the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the March on Washington, and more.
Encourage students to incorporate multimedia elements like images and video clips to make these news reports even more engaging and informative.
Digital books
Digital books are a great way to educate and engage others about Dr. King's legacy. Students can use Teams to collaborate and create a digital book that covers various aspects of his life, philosophy, and role in the Civil Rights Movement.
Civil rights pioneer trading card
Ask students to create trading cards featuring not just Dr. King, but other prominent figures in the Civil Rights Movement. This can be a creative way to celebrate multiple heroes. Each card could highlight their contributions, achievements, and impact.
Students can print their work at trading card size and then share with other classmates and members of their community.
Professional portfolios
Task students with creating a portfolio of Dr. King’s legacy that enables them to compiles speeches, letters, or pivotal moments that best epitomize his contributions to society.
Encourage students to grasp the qualities that define impactful leaders—such as empathy, resilience, integrity, and a dedication to justice, reminiscent of leaders like Dr. King.
Inspire action and service
Many Americans commemorate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of service. After learning about his work, ask your students to commit to actions they can take to improve their community.
Commit to action
After learning about the work of Martin Luther King Jr., prompt students to commit to actionable steps they can take to better their communities.
Inspiring action can become a tangible way to honor his legacy.
Design a day of remembrance
Encourage students to curate a commemorative ceremony honoring Dr. King or pivotal moments in the Civil Rights Movement. Have students utilize diverse resources—from factual data, stories, and oral histories to captivating images, music, and multimedia—to craft a compelling day of remembrance.
Empower students to explore the significance behind commemorating Dr. King and challenge them to articulate the underlying purpose(s) of their ceremony.
Honoring Dr. King, Jr.'s legacy
Through diverse and creative projects, students can explore the life and impact of this extraordinary leader and also be inspired to take meaningful action.
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