This strategy focuses on uncovering the connections between Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin in the context of "Freedom Walkers." It involves multiple approaches. Firstly, conducting thorough research involves reading "Freedom Walkers" and other credible materials like biographies and documentaries to gather evidence on their connection during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Secondary sources, such as NAACP records, are explored for interactions between Parks and Colvin.
Secondly, engaging with civil rights history experts is pivotal. This strategy involves reaching out to historians via email or social media, arranging interviews to discuss interpretations of "Freedom Walkers," and gathering expert opinions to enrich the research report.
Finally, utilising academic resources by accessing databases like JSTOR for studies on both figures enhances understanding. This includes peer-reviewed articles, university archives, and dissertations, focusing on their civil rights movement roles. Summarising these insights is critical in developing a comprehensive report.
The strategies
⛳️ Strategy 1: Conduct thorough research
- Read the book 'Freedom Walkers' to gather information on both Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin
- Identify and note down any direct references or mentions of interactions between Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin in the book
- Explore credible secondary sources such as biographies, documentaries, and articles for additional insights
- Investigate the historical context of the Montgomery Bus Boycott Plan to understand both women's roles
- Compile a list of common influencers, movements, or figures that connected Colvin and Parks
- Highlight key similarities in their roles in the civil rights movement that may indicate influence or connection
- Examine NAACP records or publications from the era for any documented interactions between the two
- Analyse public speeches or interviews given by Colvin or Parks discussing their involvement in the civil rights movement
- Search for collaborative efforts or mutual events both attended that are documented in historical records
- Summarise findings into a cohesive report illustrating the known connections
⛳️ Strategy 2: Engage with civil rights history experts
- Identify and list civil rights historians or academics who have researched Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin
- Prepare specific questions regarding their connections based on prior research
- Reach out with inquiries via email or social media to at least three experts
- Schedule interviews or virtual meetings with willing participants
- Discuss interpretations of 'Freedom Walkers' and its portrayal of both figures
- Request recommendations for additional resources or lesser-known historical documents
- Compare expert perspectives on how Colvin's civil rights work may have influenced Parks
- Take detailed notes during meetings and compile insights gathered
- Seek clarification on any inconsistencies found between different sources
- Update the research report with expert opinions and conclusions
⛳️ Strategy 3: Utilise academic resources
- Access online academic databases like JSTOR and Google Scholar for historical papers on Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin
- Search for peer-reviewed journal articles that explore the roles of both women in the civil rights movement
- Note any references to each other within the academic articles
- Find dissertations or theses focusing on their individual and combined impact
- Utilise university library archives for physical books or documents not available online
- Research any joint contributions to publications or civil rights literature
- Summarise academic perspectives on their combined impact on the civil rights movement
- Create annotated bibliographies of retrieved academic resources
- Leave room for continuous updates as new research materialises
- Incorporate academic viewpoints into a final analysis of the connections found
Bringing accountability to your strategy
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