Writing Assignment: “The Miracle Worker”

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Assignment:

“The Miracle Worker”

Being able to have our senses of vision and hearing is something many of us take for granted. As an allied health professional, you may serve those that are vision or hearing impaired. You are going to watch a movie based on the true story of a young girl named Helen Keller and her caretaker, Anne Sullivan. I hope this film gives you some additional insight into the struggles, strength and bravery that go into patient care and the incredible rewards that may be experienced. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to understand the incredible and amazing person Helen Keller and all of the obstacles she had to overcome throughout her life.

Please watch the film “The Miracle Worker” https://youtu.be/u8TlpEd5ovA .

Referring back to the movie “The Miracle Worker”, please answer the following questions.

1. Compare and contrast Helen and Anne.

2. Why do you think Anne is successful with Helen?

3. Explain the significance of Annes flashbacks. Why do you think

theyre in the movie? How do they affect Anne?

4. Why do you think Anne cares so much that Helen learns?

5. What is the theme of this film? What lessons can be learned?

If you are unfamiliar with how to write an essay in APA format please see the module “course writing expectations”.

Format

This essay should be completed in Microsoft Word and be double-spaced using 12-point Times New Roman font and APA style guidelines throughout. The paper should be at least 750 words, not including the title page and references page. The references page should include any other outside resources including the film and APA style.

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1. Upload your file in either word or google docs format.
2. Then you submit your assignment and it goes through Turnitin, a plagiarism software, to be sure that your work is less than 25% duplicated from other sources unless otherwise noted. Take the time to correct it so the report verifying your work is less than 25% or as required by your instructor. You may edit your paper and resubmit it up to three times or per your instructors directions.
3. Be sure to use the appropriate naming convention on your paper.