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Earth Science

Rocks and Minerals

Diamond

The Seven Steps in the Research Process

Created by Ayanna Williams Counts 2011

Expository Composition – Study Guide

Name______________________________Date________________

1. What is a research report and why do we write them?

2. What are the seven steps in the research process?

1. ________________________________

2. ________________________________

3. ________________________________

4. ________________________________

5. ________________________________

6. ________________________________

7. ________________________________

3. Describe or illustrate how to narrow a general topic to a more specific topic.



4. What is OPAC and why do we use it?

5. Name four different research sources (one must be an internet search engine), that can be used for locating information.

1. ___________________________

2. ___________________________

3. ___________________________

4. ___________________________

6. Resources are named by creating a ___________________ page. Explain why it is important to name your sources.



Name ___________________ Date___________ Period____

1. What is a research report and why do we write them?

A research report is a written account of information on a particular topic. We write research reports to learn how to conduct research, to learn something new, and to share what we have learned.

2. What are the seven steps in the research process?

1. Select a Topic

2. Research Topic

3. Organize Information

4. Draft

5. Revise (after teacher feedback)

6. Edit

7. Publish

3. Describe or illustrate how to narrow a general topic to a specific topic.

When selecting a topic, start with a general idea such as Earth Science. Then decide which aspect of Earth Science you want to research, such as Rocks and Minerals. After that, select the mineral you are interested in researching. The specific topic may be narrowed to diamond.

---OR---Earth Science

Rocks and Minerals

Diamond

Created by Ayanna Williams

August 25, 2006


Name ___________________ Date___________ Period____

Created by Ayanna Williams

August 25, 2006

4. What is OPAC and why do we use it?

OPAC is an electronic card catalog system that is used to locate resources in the Media Center.

5. Name four different research sources, including one website that can be used for obtaining information.

1. Encyclopedia

2. Books

3. Magazines or Newspaper Articles

4. www.geology.com

6. Resources are cited by creating a ___BIBLIOGRAPHY___ page. Explain why it is necessary to name your sources.

It is important to name my sources so that I give credit to the person or persons that wrote the information that I used in my research report. Naming my sources also helps me to avoid plagiarizing someone else’s words and work.

http://www.geology.com/

A. Basic FactsWhen and where was this person born? What was life like for them as a child? Describe some of their interests or hobbies? Is this person still living? If not, when and where did they die?

B. Family LifeIs this person married? If so, to whom and for how long have they been married? Do they have any children and/or pets? What are their names? What types of activities do they do together as a family?What kinds of jobs did they have before becoming famous?

C. Life in the SpotlightWhat has this person accomplished since becoming famous? How has their actions impacted society or other people? What makes this person special and/or interesting?

D. ImpactWho influenced this person to do well or give back to society? How did that influential person inspire your topic?What organizations did they join or create to help others? What makes the world a better place because of this person?

E. Summary What have you learned about the person you researched?


Influential Person Research Requirements

Presenter:__________________ Topic:_____________________

Guidelines for Creating a Power Point Presentation on an Influential PersonPresenter________________________ Topic________________________

Objective:

Students will locate information on an influential person of their choosing. They will highlight basic facts about the person, provide details about their family life, their life in the spotlight, their impact on society, and summarize what they’ve learned about their topic.

Power Point Presentation Requirements:

Students must create a minimum of 7 slides (see details below). There should be a minimum of 3 pictures and a maximum of 6 photos that relate to the influential person.

Power Point Presentation Order of the Slides:

Title: Slide includes presenter’s name, the influential person’s name, and the date.

Basic Facts: Include 3 – 4 bulleted phrases for the presenter to provide detailed information during their presentation.

Family Life: Include 3 – 4 bulleted phrases for the presenter to provide detailed information during their presentation.

Life in the Spotlight: Include 3 – 4 bulleted phrases for the presenter to provide detailed information during their presentation.

Impact on Society: Include 3 – 4 bulleted phrases for the presenter to provide detailed information during their presentation.

Summary: Students write what they learned about their topic in a paragraph of no less than five complete sentences.

Bibliography: Slide lists resources used to gather evidence.


Influential Person Graphic OrganizerBasic Facts

When and where was this person born?Is this person living? If not, when, where, and how did they die?

What was life like for them as a child?

Describe some of their interests or hobbies?

Influential Person Graphic OrganizerFamily Life

Is this person married? If so, to whom and for how long have they been married?

Do they have any children and or pets? What are their names?

What types of activities do they do together as a family?

What kinds of jobs did they have before becoming famous?

Influential Person Graphic OrganizerLife in the Spotlight

What has this person accomplished since becoming famous?

How has their actions impacted society or other people?

What makes this person special or interesting?

Influential Person Graphic OrganizerImpact on Society

Who influenced this person to do well or give back to society?

How did that influential person inspire your topic?

What organizations did they join or create to help others?

What makes the world a better place because of this person?

Influential Person Graphic OrganizerSummary – What have you learned about this person?

Influential Person Power Point OutlinePresenter:______________________

Topic:____________________You must have a minimum of 7 slides, 3-6 relevant photos, and 3-4 bulleted phrases on slides 2-5.

Title Slide

1

Basic Facts Slide

2

Family Life Slide

3

Life in the Spotlight Slide

4Impact on Society Slide

5

Summary (Paragraph Form)

6Bibliography Slide

(Cite your Sources)

7Created by Ayanna Williams Counts 2011

Influential Person Power Point Presentation

Checklist

Presenter____________________ Topic__________________STRATEGIES YES ALMOST

NOT YET

Slides written in your own words Readable fontTitle SlideBasic Facts SlideFamily Life SlideLife in the Spotlight SlideImpact SlideSummary Slide – Paragraph FormBibliography Slide At least 3 Photos that go with Topic There are no spelling or grammatical errors on the slides

Speaks intelligently about topicExplains key points

Speaks loudlySpeaks clearlyPronounces words correctlyEstablishes and maintains eye contact Demonstrates appropriate body languageEngages the audience by speaking with enthusiasm

Meets time frame (3 - 6 minutes)

Created by Ayanna A. Williams - September 29, 2006

Objective: Students will locate information on an influential person of their choosing. They will write and produce their own newscast covering that person’s life and career. In the newscast, they are expected to highlight basic facts about the person, provide details about their family life, their life in the spotlight, their impact on society, and summarize what they’ve learned about their topic by creating a telecast to present to their peers.

Materials: Note cards, paper, writing utensils, props, pictures for backdrop

How do I present a newscast?

Introduce yourself, the newscast team and your broadcast company.

Explain to the viewers what is going on in the news today.

If a reporter is reporting live via satellite, the reporter should tell the viewers what

city and state or country that they are reporting.

Provide your report in an energetic and informative manner.

Remember to sign off by stating your name, your team, and your company.

“We interrupt this newscast to bring you a special news bulletin.”

“This just in…”

“In the news today…”

“Breaking news….”

How do I use the interview format? (historical figure)

Write your questions on index cards.

Historical figure or guests should dress in character.

Open with the name of the show and your name.

Tell the viewers who you are interviewing and a some information about the guest.

Welcome your guest to the show; begin the interview.

Establish eye contact with the guest and viewers.

Confirm what the guest is saying to show your interest in them.

Ask relevant questions.

Conclude by thanking your guest for coming on the show and thank your viewers for

tuning in.

Guidelines for Creating and Presenting a Newscast on an Influential Person


Name___________________Topic_____________________

Influential Person Newscast OutlineNewscaster:______________________ Topic:___________________Outline for Script

Basic Facts:

Family Life:

Life in the Spotlight:

Impact:

Summary:

Call Letters for TV Station:

1 – 2 Pictures Wanted for Backdrop:Created by Ayanna Williams Counts 2011

Influential Person Newscast ChecklistNewscaster______________________ Topic________________________

STRATEGIES YES ALMOST

NOT YET

Basic Facts

Family Life Facts

Life in Spotlight Facts

Impact on Society Facts

Summary is in Paragraph Form

Script is written in your own words; There are no spelling or grammar errors in script

Newscaster speaks in a loud and clear manner and at a steady pace

Pronounces words correctly;Uses standardized English

Demonstrates appropriate body language; Establishes and maintains eye contact

Call letters for television station (WKRP, WCPO, WSB-TV)

1 – 2 Pictures for Backdrop

Meets time frame (3 – 4 minutes)



Country Research RequirementsPresenter:__________________ Topic:_____________________

A. Geography 1. Location – page _____2. Major cities – page _____3. Bodies of water – page _____4. Climate – page _____

B. History 1. Early history – page _____2. Independence – page _____3. Modern times – page _____4. Influential figures – page _____

C. Government1. Type – page _____2. Branches – page _____3. Economy – page _____4. Tourism – page _____

D. People1. Language – page _____2. Culture – page _____3. Religion – page _____4. Everyday life – page _____

E. Conclusion What have you learned about the country you researched?

Directions: Use the table of contents and index in your book to locate the page numbers of the topics listed in Sections A through D.

Guidelines for Creating and Presenting a Newscast on a

CountryName___________________

Country________________Objective: Each student will work to locate information on a country covered in 7th grade World Geography. After locating information on their topic, students will write a script for the newscast. The script will be used to present vital information about their country to the class. The newscast will be evaluated based on the Oral Presentation Rubric.

Newscaster/Journalist: ___________________________________________

Call Letters (WSB-TV): ____________________________________________

Newscast Assignment Descriptions

History: Introduces yourself and provide a brief history of the country.

Geography: Provides information on the diverse geography including its location, climate, bodies of water, and major cities.

Government: Informs the viewers about the type of government, the branches of government, economy, and tourism.

Cultural: Provides the public with details about your country’s unique culture, its people, languages spoken, religions practiced, and the everyday life of its citizens.

Additional Information

Use your textbook as a resource.

Locate information online at www.cia.gov, click on the World Factbook link on the right side of the web site. Then select the country’s name.

When presenting your information think about what this country is best known for and provide interesting tidbits of information in your newscast.


http://www.cia.gov/

Country Newscast OutlineNewscaster:______________________ Topic:___________________Vocabulary Terms Used in Script (minimum of 15 terms)

Outline for Script (18 – 20)

Call Letters for TV Station:

1 – 2 Pictures Backdrop:


Country Newscast ChecklistNewscaster______________________ Topic________________________


NOT YET

Has a minimum of 15 vocabulary terms from the textbook

Has 18 – 20 Facts

Script is written in your own words

There are no spelling or grammar errors in script

Newscaster speaks in a loud and clear manner and at a steady pace

Pronounces words correctly; Uses standardized English

Demonstrates appropriate body language; Establishes and maintains eye contact

Call letters for television station (WKRP, WCPO, WSB-TV)

Picture(s) for backdrop (on location)

Meets time frame (3 – 4 minutes)


Guidelines for Creating a Power Point Presentation on a Country

Presenter________________________ Topic________________________

Objective:

Each student will work to locate information on a country covered in 7th grade World Geography. After locating information on their topic, students will write a script for the newscast. The script will be used to present vital information about their country to the class. The newscast will be evaluated based on the Oral Presentation Rubric.

Power Point Presentation Requirements:

Students must create a minimum of 7 slides (see details below). There should be a minimum of 3 pictures and a maximum of 6 photos that relate to the influential person.

Power Point Presentation Order of the Slides:

Title: Slide includes presenter’s name, the name of the country, and the date.

History: Include 3 – 4 bulleted phrases for the presenter to provide detailed information during their presentation.

Government: Include 3 – 4 bulleted phrases for the presenter to provide detailed information during their presentation.

Geography: Include 3 – 4 bulleted phrases for the presenter to provide detailed information during their presentation.

Culture: Include 3 – 4 bulleted phrases for the presenter to provide detailed information during their presentation.

Summary: Students write what they learned about their topic in a paragraph of no less than five complete sentences.

Bibliography: Slide lists resources used to gather evidence.


Country Power Point Presentation

OutlinePresenter__________________

Topic__________________Content Slides

3 – 4 Bullets (Short Phrases for Elaboration)

History

Geography

Government

Culture

Summary


Country Power Point Presentation Checklist

Presenter____________________Topic__________________


NOT YET

Slides written in your own words Readable fontTitle SlideHistory SlideGeography SlideGovernment SlideCulture SlideSummary Slide – Paragraph Form Bibliography Slide At least 3 Photos that go with Topic There are no spelling or grammatical error on the slides

Speaks intelligently about topicExplains key points

Speaks loudlySpeaks clearlyPronounces words correctlyEstablishes and maintains eye contact Demonstrates appropriate body languageEngages the audience by speaking with enthusiasm

Meets time frame (3 - 6 minutes)


History Graphic OrganizerDirections: Complete the chart below using information from the Internet, textbooks, atlas, encyclopedias, and etc.

First Inhabitants or Settlers

1500 – 1700

1700 – 1900

1900 – Present


Geography Graphic Organizer

RegionsLocation(Absolute, Relative, Major Cities in Region)

Climate Types

Industries (manufacture

d goods)

Natural Resources

Directions: Complete the chart below using information from the Internet, textbooks, atlas, encyclopedias, and etc.


Government Graphic OrganizerDirections: Complete the chart below using information from the Internet, textbooks, atlas, encyclopedias, and etc.

Government Information Economic Information

Official Name Currency Type

Government Type Exported Products (sold to other countries)

Capital

Date of Independence Imported Products (bought from other countries)

Branches of Government

_________________________ Branch (Who is the head of the government?)

Exporting Partners

_________________________ Branch Importing Partners

_________________________ Branch Tourism (popular vacation spots)

Interesting Fact Tourism (popular vacation spots)

Interesting Fact Tourism (popular vacation spots)


Culture Graphic OrganizerDirections: Complete the chart below using information from the Internet, textbooks, atlas, encyclopedias, and etc.

Art, Music, Entertainment, Sports

Languages Spoken

Religions Practiced

People (population, ethnic groups)

Everyday Life


Bibliography Examples

Dahl, M. 1997. Countries of the World: Germany. Mankato, MN.Capstone Press.

Kent Publishing Services. 1996. Creative Kid’s Report onGermany. Torrance, CA. Frank Schaffer Publications.

Lord, R. 1999. Countries of the World: Germany. Milwaukee, WS.Gareth Stevens Publishing.

INTERNET SOURCES: Author. “Title.” Name of Web site. Date of electronic publication. Sponsoring institution. Date you accessed information <internet address>.

“B.B. King Interview.” Academy of Achievement. 10 June 2004. Academy of Achievement. <http://www.achievement.org.>

MAGAZINE OR NEWSPAPER ARTICLE: Author (if known). “Title of

Article.” Name of magazine or newspaper. Date article was

published: page numbers.

Ralston, Aron. “Trapped.” Outside. Sept. 2004: 52-60, 115-117.

BOOKS: Author. Title. City where book was published: Name of publisher, copyright year.

Mara, William. Cuba. Mankato, MN: Capstone Press, 1999.

ENCYCLOPEDIA ARTICLES: Author (if known). “Title of Article.” Encyclopedia Name. Edition number (if known) and year published.

“Cuba.” The World Encyclopedia of People and Places. 2005.

“Cuba.” Merriam Webster’s Geographical Dictionary. Third Edition, 2001.

http://www.achievement.org/

Task: Create an accurate bibliography listing your references using the APA format.

Possible Points

Points you think you will earn

Bibliography is on a separate page 5

The title of the bibliography should be labeled: References (with no quotation marks, underlining, etc.) and should be centered at the top of the page.

5

Authors names are inverted (last name first); give the last name and initials for all authors of a particular work unless the work has more than six authors. If the work has more than six authors, list the first six authors and then use et al. after the sixth author’s name to indicate the rest of the authors.

5

You have included a minimum of one print resource. 15

You have at least one Internet source. 15

You have one other source: print or Internet. 15

You have a minimum of three total resources. 5

First source: Written correctly (Y/N) 5

Second source: Written correctly (Y/N) 5

Third source: Written correctly (Y/N) 5

Font size is twelve (12), Times New Roman, double spaced with no extra space between entries.

5

Reference list entries are alphabetized by the last name of the first author of each work. (Multiple-author references with the exact same author should be listed in order by the year of publication, starting with the earliest.)

10

The first line of each entry is left-margin justified; subsequent lines (of the same entry) are indented five spaces.

5

Bibliography Rubric

Laura Weiss 2006-2007, Modified by Ayanna Counts 2011

Oral Presentation RubricPresenter:________________ Topic:____________________

Comments:

Total Points

____________

24

Final Grade


CATEGORY 4 3 2 1

Content Shows a full understanding of the topic.

Shows a good understanding of the topic.

Shows a good understanding of parts of the topic.

Does not seem to understand the topic very well.

Performance TaskRoles and Requirements

Completes all roles and requirements

Completes most of the roles and requirements

Completes some of the roles and requirements

Did not complete the performance task roles and requirements

Posture and Eye Contact

Stands up straight, looks relaxed and confident. Establishes eye contact with everyone during the presentation.

Stands up straight and establishes eye contact with everyone in the room during the presentation.

Sometimes stands up straight and establishes eye contact.

Slouches and/or does not look at people during the presentation.

Speaks Clearly

Speaks clearly and distinctly all (100-95%) the time, and mispronounces no words.

Speaks clearly and distinctly all (100-95%) the time, but mispronounces one word.

Speaks clearly and distinctly most ( 94-85%) of the time. Mispronounces 2 – 3 words.

Often mumbles or can not be understood OR mispronounces more than 3 words.

Enthusiasm Facial expressions and body language generate a strong interest and enthusiasm about the topic in others.

Facial expressions and body language sometimes generate a strong interest and enthusiasm about the topic in others.

Facial expressions and body language are used to try to generate enthusiasm, but seem somewhat faked.

Very little use of facial expressions or body language. Did not generate much interest in topic being presented.

Listens to Other Presentations

Listens intently. Does not make distracting noises or movements.

Listens intently but has one distracting noise or movement.

Sometimes does not appear to be listening but is not distracting.

Sometimes does not appear to be listening and is distracting others.

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