For this 4th quarter assignment students must create a poster, PowerPoint presentation, and a 1 page summary about an everyday science topic. Rubric points will be given for research/content, visual presentation, oral presentation and a summary paper. Students must show that they are experts on their topic.Some possible topics are:
- Physics of Music
- Chemistry of Cosmetics
- Physics of Amusement Parks
- Precious Metals and Gems/Jewelry
- Chemistry of Art (Paints)
- Engineering of Aircraft
- Invasive Species
For the research/content component, students are to gather information from a variety of quality electronic and print sources. Sources should be balanced and relevant. In addition, a work cited page should be included.
The Library Information Center has the following materials available for this assignment:
- The Way Things Work by David Macaulay
- The New Way Things Work by David Macaulay
- Cool Stuff 2.0 and how it works by Chris Woodford
- Cool Stuff Exploded: Get Inside Modern Technology by Chris Woodford
- National Graphic Book of Inventions by Ian Harrison
In addition, students are able to utilize Search Plus for print materials on a variety of subjects.
Information Literacy Standards:
Skills: 1.1.4, 1.1.5, 1.1.7, 2.1.2, 3.1.1, 3.1.4
Dispositions in Action: 1.2.1, 1.2.2,1.2.6, 2.1.2, 3.2.1
Responsibilities: 1.3.1,1.3.4
Self-Assessment Strategies: 1.4.1, 1.4.3, 1.4.4
