This project was designed to give students a challenging and creative way to demonstrate their knowledge of the play--without having to sit through a conventional end-of-unit literature test. The project--creating a "newspaper" from 44 B.C.--requires close reading, careful consideration of content, a writing component, an artistic component, and a tech component. Very basic knowledge of Microsoft Publisher, which comes with Microsoft Office and can be taught (or self-taught!) very quickly, would be helpful, but most students should be able to produce fine results with just Microsoft Word.
I've had great results with this project: it's a motivator for students of all ability levels and learning styles. The finished products make excellent portfolio pieces as well as bulletin board or book shelf attractions for your room or as display pieces for the hallway or library.
Thanks for considering Tim's Tool Box.