The document provides guidance for students on a research project about pollution. Students are asked to research the causes and effects of different types of environmental pollution in order to formulate a plan to significantly reduce global pollution. They are given essential questions to guide their research, such as how human activity threatens the planet and how to improve air and water quality. Students are instructed to evaluate internet sources on their topics and are provided a list of potential source links. The document outlines how students should write a 2-3 page proposal making recommendations to protect the planet from pollution, supported by evidence from their research notes and source evaluations.
This illustrated lesson provides students with many illustrations, hyperlinked articles, and essential questions that can be used to create their own PowerPoint projects about polluting our planet.
This illustrated lesson provides students with many illustrations, hyperlinked articles, and essential questions that can be used to create their own PowerPoint projects about polluting our planet.
GEN 103 Information LiteracyWriting Your Research Questio.docxshericehewat
GEN 103: Information Literacy
Writing Your Research Question Worksheet:
Now that you’ve chosen your research topic, done a bit of background research and brainstormed your ideas, you’re ready to write your research question. Your research question will direct the research that you do over next few weeks as you look for sources for your annotated bibliography. Refer to Section 1.3 of your textbook to review the elements and purposeof a research question.Hover over the blue underlined words to read a definition in the Glossary located at the end of this document.
You will begin developing your research question by filling in the table below
Example of Research Question Development
The table below illustrates how a research question develops from a broad topic to a focused question. Follow the four examples down each column to see how the questions develop.
BROAD
TOPIC
RESTRICTED
TOPIC
NARROWED
TOPIC
RESEARCH QUESTION
Pollution
Acid Rain
Acid Rain in the United States
What can we do in the United States to prevent acid rain?
Pollution
Oil Spills
Oil spills and commerce
What impact do oil spills have on the fishing and tourism businesses in areas affected?
Pollution
Pesticides
Pesticides and the bee population
What evidence is there that pesticides are significantly harming the bee population?
Pollution
Fracking (hydraulic fracturing)
Fracking and groundwater
What evidence is there that fracking can cause groundwater contamination?
Develop Your Research Question
Now try out your topic ideas below using the information you brainstormed. Try out several variations of your topic idea to see how it could be improved or amended.
Research Question Development Table
The table will expand as you enter content into the columns.
BROAD
TOPIC
RESTRICTED
TOPIC
NARROWED
TOPIC
RESEARCH QUESTION
Research Question:
Of the possible research questions you came up with above, which question are you planning to use for your annotated bibliography?
Check to be sure that the research question meets these criteria:
· It is open-ended (cannot be answered with simple yes or no).
· It addresses an issue or controversy and/or solves a problem.
· It is something on which you can take a stand.
Reflection (150-200 words)
In the space below, explain what you learned about this process as you conducted background research and refined your topic. What was the most difficult part of the process and how was it difficult for you? What part of the process did you find most helpful and why?
Once complete, save your completed worksheet and return to the online classroom to submit this document through the “Assignment Submission” button below the assignment instructions.
Glossary: Return to top
Annotated bibliography: A list of citations with descriptions and a brief summary or critical statement about each one. Return
Research question: The star ...
This illustrated lesson provides students with many illustrations, hyperlinked articles, and essential questions that can be used to create their own PowerPoint project about the challenges of technology.
This illustrated lesson provides students with many illustrations, hyperlinked articles, and essential questions that can be used to create their own PowerPoint project.
Webinar Slides-Three Knows to Great Writing Nov 4 2014ERAUWebinars
Webinar presentation by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University--Worldwide. Dr. Terri Maue shows how to be a better writer by understanding the "Three Knows."
This illustrated lesson provides students with many illustrations. hyperlinked articles, and essential questions that can be used to create their own PowerPoint project about the issue of privacy or public safety.
GEN 103 Information LiteracyWriting Your Research Questio.docxshericehewat
GEN 103: Information Literacy
Writing Your Research Question Worksheet:
Now that you’ve chosen your research topic, done a bit of background research and brainstormed your ideas, you’re ready to write your research question. Your research question will direct the research that you do over next few weeks as you look for sources for your annotated bibliography. Refer to Section 1.3 of your textbook to review the elements and purposeof a research question.Hover over the blue underlined words to read a definition in the Glossary located at the end of this document.
You will begin developing your research question by filling in the table below
Example of Research Question Development
The table below illustrates how a research question develops from a broad topic to a focused question. Follow the four examples down each column to see how the questions develop.
BROAD
TOPIC
RESTRICTED
TOPIC
NARROWED
TOPIC
RESEARCH QUESTION
Pollution
Acid Rain
Acid Rain in the United States
What can we do in the United States to prevent acid rain?
Pollution
Oil Spills
Oil spills and commerce
What impact do oil spills have on the fishing and tourism businesses in areas affected?
Pollution
Pesticides
Pesticides and the bee population
What evidence is there that pesticides are significantly harming the bee population?
Pollution
Fracking (hydraulic fracturing)
Fracking and groundwater
What evidence is there that fracking can cause groundwater contamination?
Develop Your Research Question
Now try out your topic ideas below using the information you brainstormed. Try out several variations of your topic idea to see how it could be improved or amended.
Research Question Development Table
The table will expand as you enter content into the columns.
BROAD
TOPIC
RESTRICTED
TOPIC
NARROWED
TOPIC
RESEARCH QUESTION
Research Question:
Of the possible research questions you came up with above, which question are you planning to use for your annotated bibliography?
Check to be sure that the research question meets these criteria:
· It is open-ended (cannot be answered with simple yes or no).
· It addresses an issue or controversy and/or solves a problem.
· It is something on which you can take a stand.
Reflection (150-200 words)
In the space below, explain what you learned about this process as you conducted background research and refined your topic. What was the most difficult part of the process and how was it difficult for you? What part of the process did you find most helpful and why?
Once complete, save your completed worksheet and return to the online classroom to submit this document through the “Assignment Submission” button below the assignment instructions.
Glossary: Return to top
Annotated bibliography: A list of citations with descriptions and a brief summary or critical statement about each one. Return
Research question: The star ...
This illustrated lesson provides students with many illustrations, hyperlinked articles, and essential questions that can be used to create their own PowerPoint project about the challenges of technology.
This illustrated lesson provides students with many illustrations, hyperlinked articles, and essential questions that can be used to create their own PowerPoint project.
Webinar Slides-Three Knows to Great Writing Nov 4 2014ERAUWebinars
Webinar presentation by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University--Worldwide. Dr. Terri Maue shows how to be a better writer by understanding the "Three Knows."
This illustrated lesson provides students with many illustrations. hyperlinked articles, and essential questions that can be used to create their own PowerPoint project about the issue of privacy or public safety.
This is a highly engaging unit about the effects of information overload in our modern world. The lessons include illustrations, discussion questions, video clips and article hyperlinks, research prompts, quick writes, and other activities.
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
How to Make a Field invisible in Odoo 17Celine George
It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
Ethnobotany in herbal drug evaluation,
Impact of Ethnobotany in traditional medicine,
New development in herbals,
Bio-prospecting tools for drug discovery,
Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
Reverse Pharmacology.
We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
The Indian economy is classified into different sectors to simplify the analysis and understanding of economic activities. For Class 10, it's essential to grasp the sectors of the Indian economy, understand their characteristics, and recognize their importance. This guide will provide detailed notes on the Sectors of the Indian Economy Class 10, using specific long-tail keywords to enhance comprehension.
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How to Split Bills in the Odoo 17 POS ModuleCeline George
Bills have a main role in point of sale procedure. It will help to track sales, handling payments and giving receipts to customers. Bill splitting also has an important role in POS. For example, If some friends come together for dinner and if they want to divide the bill then it is possible by POS bill splitting. This slide will show how to split bills in odoo 17 POS.
3. The Mission
According to many scientists, the planet
earth may not be able to sustain human life at
some point in the future. As a scientist, you
are a member of a group of elite experts who
have been asked by the United Nations to
investigate the major causes and solutions to
various kinds of pollution that are destroying
the earth. Your group will make important
recommendations to reduce the effects of
pollution and save the earth.
4. The Focus
In order to get started, you will need to
research the causes and effects of the
different types of environmental
pollution. Your task is to formulate a
plan that will significantly reduce global
pollution and save the planet for future
generations. Collect a minimum of six
pages of notes.
5. Essential Questions
• Use the following questions to guide your research.
• 1. How does human activity threaten our planet?
• 2. What is clean energy? Should we increase our use of
clean energy significantly?
• 3. How can we keep the world’s fresh water supply from
becoming contaminated?
• 4. How are we contaminating the oceans? Why does it
matter?
• 5. What are the consequences of continuing to pollute our
planet?
• 6. Why is air quality important? What can be done to
improve it?
6. The Plastic Planet
6 min Animated Excellent
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73sGgmZoMBQ
7. Man Versus Earth 5 min Excellent!!!!
Best Motivational Video!!!
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrzbRZn5Ed4
8. Dear Future Generations: Sorry
6 min Most Inspirational Excellent
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRLJscAlk1M
9. Global Warming 4 min
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eq9ReZ7jH4U
10. The Carbon Cycle and You
8 min Excellent!!!! Young Lady Presents
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgWCoJRTwL4
11. The Nitrogen Cycle Illustrated
3 min Well Done
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfwZV6rtnvw
12. How can we keep plastics out of the ocean?
3 min National Geographic Excellent
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73sGgmZoMBQ
13. How we are polluting our planets
3 min Excellent Animated
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uskp3FQw1PA
14. Air Pollution 101
4 bmin National Geographic
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6rglsLy1Ys
15. Worst Pollutants in the world
8 min
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GI2LNiJYMMA
17. The Human Impact on Earth
5 min Great pictures set to music
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zyizEz9XUs
18. 10 Most Polluted Countries
8 min
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAe1ALHcS7Y
19. Begin Your Internet Research
• Consulting different sources about your topic
requires the use of critical reading skills to
help determine the reliability of each source.
• Identifying an author’s main points and
evaluating supportive evidence is an
essential task in verifying the importance
and validity of an author’s argument.
Complete the following assignment and turn
it in with your research notes before you
begin writing your 2-3 page proposal.
20. Evaluation of Sources Assignment
In order to complete the research
requirement, you will need to read and review
8-12 of the following internet sources and
take notes. As you read your sources
carefully, use the essential questions that
have been provided to gather relevant
information about your topic. After reviewing
your 8-12 sources, select three of them and
provide a thorough analysis of each by
completing the following questions.
21. As you read your internet
articles, look for supportive
evidence. Do not accept the
author’s argument or point of
view unless strong supporting
evevidence is provided.
23. Evaluating Sources Assignment
Select three articles and answer 5 of the 9 questions for each article.
• 1. Is there a message or main idea presented in the text?
What in the text led you to that conclusion?
• 2. Is the author trying to convince the reader of
something? What? How do you know this?
• 3. If the author is comparing something, what is being
compared and what makes the comparison effective?
• 4. Has the author used any words, phrases, or sentence
structures to create a particular effect or convey a
meaning? Explain and give examples from the text.
• 5. Does the author use any words that may have more
than one meaning? Identify the words and their multiple
meanings.
24. • 6. Read between the lines and select a point that you
think the author is making without directly saying it. How
do you know you can infer this meaning from what the
author is saying?
• 7. Is there anything missing from the text that you
expected to find? Why might the author have left that out
of the text?
• 8. Do you have any reason to question the validity or
reliability of the author’s supporting evidence? Explain
your concerns about the evidence presented by the
author.
• 9. Does the author make a claim that is supported by a
source that is considered credible by the academic
community at large? How do you know this?
39. California Bans Plastic Bags
•http://plasticpollutioncoalition.
org/2014/09/the-state-of-
california-bans-the-plastic-bag/
40. Problems and Solutions for Plastic Pollution
•http://ecowatch.com/2014/04/
07/22-facts-plastic-pollution-10-
things-can-do-about-it/
41. Sea of Trash: NY Times Article
•http://www.nytimes.com/2008/06/
22/magazine/22Plastics-
t.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0
42. Ingested Plastic Kills Fish
•http://www.nature.com/srep/2013/
131121/srep03263/full/srep03263.
html
43. Using Graphs and Charts
as Primary Sources
Use the following slides as
primary source information and
evidence to support your
arguments. Take careful notes so
you can use the data as you write
your paper.
47. Write a Proposal
Use your notes to write a two or
three page proposal to
recommend how our planet
can be protected from
the harmful effects of
pollution.. Provide specific
information to support your
proposed ideas with clearly
articulated arguments and
sufficient evidence.
47
48. Your Proposal
• Define the
issue/problem
• Outline the details of
your argument
• Cite supporting
research
• Project possible
roadblocks
• Specify contingency or
back up plans
48
49. Evaluate and Verify Research Sources
• Internet sources will vary greatly in accuracy
and reliability
• Consider the expertise and reputation of each
website
• Compare facts and information of different
internet sources
• Select information that is supported on
several reliable websites
• Question or refute information that lacks
consistent support
50. Fact checking can be a useful way
of verifying information that may
be unreliable. The following
websites may help.
http://www.snopes.com/
http://www.factcheck.org/
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blog
s/fact-checker/
51. Develop a Writing Plan
• Determine what your
main point will be, and
write a topic sentence
that provides focus for
your essay.
• Choose several main
ideas that support your
topic sentence.
• Sort your information
into supporting details
with facts and
examples.
51
54. Details Must Support the Main Ideas
Provide specific
facts, examples,
and reasons for
each main idea
in the body of
your essay
55. Prepare to Write
•Use your outline and
write a five paragraph
essay on your topic.
•As you write your rough
draft, it will be very
important to use special
words that enable you to
transition smoothly from
one idea to the next.
55
56. Transition Words
As you view these
words, select the words
that help you make
transitions smoothly
from one idea to the
next.
• as a result
• such as
• for example
• nevertheless
• for that reason
• finally
• at this time
• therefore
• furthermore
• in addition
• in conclusion
• as well as
56
57. Review, Edit, and Rewrite
1. Re-read your essay several
times.
2. How can you improve your
sentences to communicate more
clearly?
3. Are your main ideas supported
by examples and details?
4. Exchange papers with another
student and read each other’s
essay out loud.
5. Make final corrections and write
the final draft of your polished
essay. 57
58. Once you have completed your independent
research and written your paper, you will
demonstrate your knowledge of the topic by
creating a PowerPoint that illustrates the main
points of your research. Begin your powerpoint
by stating your topic and presenting your main
points with supporting evidence.
Convert your Knowledge
into Action
58
59. Creating Your PowerPoint
•Use some of the following slides or
find your own on the internet to
create an illustrated PowerPoint
presentation about your research
topic. Change the images and content
as needed. Use a minimum of ten
slides with illustrations and text.
