Term+Project+Guidelines


 * //__GRADE 12 BIOLOGY TERM PROJECT__//**


 * //__Purpose:__//**
 * To become aware of and develop an appreciation for the biology in the world around us.
 * //__Target Audience:__//**
 * Students of biology

Relate a specific aspect of biology to its current impact on the world around us. Students must write a minimum eight pages (max 12), typewritten, font size 12, double-spaced report.
 * //__Assignment:__//**


 * //__Directions:__//**
 * 1.** **At least five resources must be used in this project, which are required to be referenced in APA format.**
 * Use a **minimum of three** sources that are reference books, textbooks, or articles in periodicals.
 * Use a **maximum of two** sources that are from the internet. If an internet source is used make sure that that the author, date of publication, and other pertinent information can be found.
 * Do not use encyclopedias.


 * 2.** **All deadlines must be met on time. Failure to meet a deadline will result in a zero in that section, although it must be completed to receive a final grade on this term project.**


 * 3.** **All writing requirements are met. This includes the report being a minimum 8 page, typewritten, font size 12, double spaced report as well as the chosen topic properly deals with the biological realm.**


 * 4.** **There will only be one person assigned to a particular topic.**


 * Possible Topics:**
 * Immunology
 * Energy systems
 * Geology
 * Artificial intelligence
 * Tropical rain forest ||
 * Genetics
 * Medicine
 * Animal behavior
 * Internet
 * Pathology ||
 * Lasers in medicine
 * Environmental
 * Botany
 * Marine biology
 * Entomology ||
 * Entomology ||


 * Deadlines:**
 * Deadlines:**

//The topic must be defined (explained) in one clearly written paragraph.//
 * February 15th -** //Topic approval -//

//Two copies required//
 * March 19th -** //Rough draft - Lab grade//

//This page will be submitted with the rough draft. Have this page checked for form and accuracy of information before signing the paper.//
 * TBA -** //Works Cited - Quiz grade//

//March 26th - Peer Edited Papers Returned// //Two copies required//
 * March 20th****//-//** //Peer Editing - Lab grade//
 * APRIL 2nd -** //Final PaperDue - Project grade//


 * APRIL 20th** **-** //Presentation – Project grade//

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 * Evaluation Criteria:**
 * //Content = 75 marks//**
 * The paper includes the assigned subtopics.
 * Each section is clearly explained.
 * Any vocabulary not commonly known is defined within the text of the paper.
 * The paper gives accurate information.
 * The paper presents one specific aspect of science.
 * The paper describes the current impact of that specific aspect on the world around us.


 * //Structural Considerations = 25marks//**
 * The paper is written to be read as a complete text.
 * The paper uses complete sentences.
 * The paper uses correct grammatical structure.
 * The paper uses correct spelling.

_ The paper covers the assigned topic. _ The student explains the material in his own words. _ The paper is well organized, with: _ a well-developed introductory paragraph, _ use of supporting details in the following paragraphs, and _ a summary or concluding paragraph that demonstrates the writer's understanding of the topic. _The student uses correct grammar and punctuation. _The student correctly uses scientific terminology. _The paper clearly explains the information. _The student demonstrates knowledge of the topic.
 * Grading Check Sheet:**


 * //Presentation Critique Sheet =//** **//30 marks//**

Name of Presenter: Title of Presentation: (Circle the number that appropriately ranks the student's use of the following elements, using 5 as the highest. Do not rank an element that is not applicable.) Clarity of Language: 1 2 3 4 5 Public Speaking Ability: 1 2 3 4 5 Use of visual aids, support materials: 1 2 3 4 5 Explanation of Content: 1 2 3 4 5 Handling of Subject: 1 2 3 4 5 Relevance of Topic to Course: 1 2 3 4 5 Additional Comments: