Senior Project Proposal

Senior Project Proposal

Proposed Topic in the form of an  Essential Question:

 Does martial arts teach discipline or violence? 

Rationale for Choice

What about this topic appeals to you? Why did you choose it?

This topic appeals to me because I have been doing taekwondo for almost nine years now and I believe it has taught me many positive things. It has helped me become a better person and now that I teach kids and adults taekwondo I personally see the positive changes that this sport can do. I chose this subject because many people believe that since martial arts is a fighting sport people become violent which I disagree with. 

What do you already know about this subject?

Some things I already know about this subject is different kind of martial arts, not just taekwondo. I also know the messages and lessons that marital art schools try to promote. 

What are you hoping to learn about the subject?

What I'm hoping to learn is more things about different martial arts and how other people feel about the subject and if they believe martial arts is a good thing. 

What are you most interested in regarding the topic?

I'm most interested in peoples thoughts on martial arts and how it's a fighting sport that includes full contact. 

                                                                                                                                                

What potential risks or challenges do you foresee for your project?

Some risks and challenges I foresee is people disagreeing with my thoughts and having very strong feelings against martial arts because it's a dangerous sport.