world cultures using proper writing mechanics W r i t i n g

I would prefer the Visiting a Museum topic. Also A museum in the New York city area.

As
a way of experiencing the Humanities beyond your classroom, computer,
and textbook, you are asked to do a certain type of “cultural activity”
that fits well with our course and then report on your experience. 
Your instructor will require you to propose an activity and get
instructor approval before you do it and report on it (students should
look for any instructions in that respect).  Every effort should be made
to ensure that this is a hands-on experience (not a virtual one), that
this activity fits the HUM111 class well, and that the activity is of
sufficient quality for this university course. The two key types of
activities are a museum visit or a performance. NOTE:  This must not be a
report on the same activity (and certainly not the same report) as done
for another class, like HUM112.  For instance, one might go to the same
museum as done for HUM112, but this HUM111 report will focus on
entirely different works and displays.

1. Visit
   a museum or gallery exhibition or attend a theater or musical
   performance before the end of Week 10. The activity (museum or
   performance) should have content that fits our course well. Have fun
   doing this.
2. Write a two to three (2-3) page report (500-750 words) that describes your experience.
   • Clearly identify the event location, date attended, the attendees, and your initial reaction upon arriving at the event.
   • Provide specific information and a description of at least two (2) pieces (e.g. art, exhibits, music, etc.).
   • Provide a summary of the event and describe your overall reaction after attending the event.
   • Use
     at least the class text as a reference (additional sources are fine,
     not necessary unless required by your content).  Your report should
     include connections you make between things observed in your activity
     and things learned in the course and text.

Note:
Submit your cultural event choice to the instructor for approval before
the end of Week 5 (earlier is even better). Look for guidance from the
instructor for how or where to make your proposal.  You may also seek
advice from your instructor (provide your town/state or zip code) for a
good activity in your general area.

Visiting a Museum

• It
  makes sense to approach a museum the way a seasoned traveler approaches
  visiting a city for the first time. Find out what there is available to
  see. In the museum, find out what sort of exhibitions are currently
  housed in the museum and start with the exhibits that interest you. 
• If
  there is a travelling exhibition, it’s always a good idea to see it
  while you have the chance. Then, if you have time, you can look at other
  things in the museum.
• Every
  effort should be made ahead of time to identify a museum that has items
  and works one can easily connect to our HUM111 class and book.  Since
  HUM111 covers from ancient times to the 1500s AD, it makes more sense to
  focus on items from that time frame. In general, museums with artistic
  cultural artifacts and fine arts work better than history museums.
• Any
  questions about whether a museum-visit activity fits the course and
  assignment well enough will be decided by the instructor when the
  student seeks approval for the activity.  Any alternative activity 
  outside the normal ones listed here, such as for those limited by
  disability or distance, will be determined by the instructor. Normally
  we do not expect students to travel over an hour to get to an approved
  activity.
• Make
  notes as you go through the museum and accept any handouts or pamphlets
  that the museum staff gives you. While you should not quote anything
  from the printed material when you do your report, the handouts may help
  to refresh your memory later.
• The
  quality of your experience is not measured by the amount of time you
  spend in the galleries or the number of works of art that you actually
  see. The most rewarding experiences can come from finding two or three
  pieces of art or exhibits which intrigue you and then
  considering those works in leisurely contemplation. Most museums even
  have benches where you can sit and study a particular piece.
• If
  you are having a difficult time deciding which pieces to write about,
  ask yourself these questions: (1) If the museum you are visiting
  suddenly caught fire, which two (2) pieces of art or exhibits would you
  most want to see saved from the fire? (2) Why would you choose those two
  (2) particular pieces? 

Attending a Performance

• Check
  your local colleges to see if there are any free or low-cost
  performances or student recitals. Student performances are generally of
  almost the same quality as professional performances, but typically cost
  much less.  However, performances of high school level or lower will
  not meet this requirement.
• A
  performance that is relevant to a HUM111 course is more difficult to
  find than a performance that would be relevant to HUM112 (which covers
  from 1600 to the present).  But, our course does cover Shakespeare and
  Greek tragedy and drama, so any performances of those will work. One can
  sometimes find music performances of music from the Renaissance or
  Reformation period, or even earlier. 
• Any
  questions about whether a performance activity fits the course and
  assignment well enough will be decided by the instructor when the
  student seeks approval for an activity.  Any alternative activity 
  outside the normal ones listed here, such as for those limited by
  disability or distance, will be determined by the instructor. Normally
  we do not expect students to travel over an hour to get to an approved
  activity.
• Unlike
  visiting a museum, where you can wear almost anything, people attending
  performances are often expected to “dress up” a bit.
• Take
  a pen or pencil with you and accept the program you are offered by the
  usher; you will probably want to make notes on it during or after the
  performance.
• Turn
  off your cell phone before entering the auditorium. Do not use your
  phone to record the music or to take pictures or videos. To play it
  safe, turn the phone off.
• Most
  long musical performances have at least one (1) intermission. If the
  lights start blinking, it is a sign that the performance is about to
  begin.
• Look for very specific things (such as a particular piece
  of music or the way certain instruments sounded at a specific time)
  which tend to stand out as either enjoyable or not enjoyable. Be sure to
  make notes of the things which you find enjoyable as well as the things
  which are not enjoyable. 

If
a student is unable to attend a cultural event in person due to
circumstances beyond the student’s control, then the instructor will
recommend an alternate event/activity for the student to “attend”
online. The “virtual” event/activity is usually only for students who,
due to their physical location, cannot possibly attend an event/activity
in person; typically, these students are stationed overseas or have no
means of transportation. If you believe that you have a legitimate
reason for attending a “virtual” activity, you must contact the instructor no later than Week 5 for your request to be considered. 

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be
  typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with
  one-inch margins on all sides; references must follow APA Style format.
  Check with your professor for any additional instructions. (Note: Students can find APA style materials located in the course shell for reference)
• Include
  a cover page containing the tile of the assignment, the student’s name,
  the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page
  and the reference page are not included in the required page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Explain the importance of situating a society’s cultural and artistic expressions within a historical context.
• Examine
  the influences of intellectual, religious, political, and
  socio-economic forces on social, cultural, and artistic expressions
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in the study of world cultures.
• Write clearly and concisely about world cultures using proper writing mechanics.