MYP ENGLISH UNIT 1 TASK A: Year 7 RESEARCH PAPER

MYP ENGLISH UNIT 1 TASK A: Year 7 RESEARCH PAPER

Student Name: Due Date: 30 September

Topic:

As part of your 7th grade curriculum you are expected to write a research paper and prepare a PowerPoint presentation to present your findings in front of the class. The research paper should present the results of your investigations on a selected topic. Over the course of 3 weeks you will research and write a paper on a topic dealing with water scarcity. Much of the work will be completed in school during library and computer lab time; however, it is your responsibility to continue research and writing at home.

Research Paper Format:

Item1: 300-400 words research paper

Structure of your essay

1-  Introduction to the research paper:

Introduction should have a “hook” or research question

v  Introduction should provide clear context, background, or sufficient information for a reader to understand why the research question is important

v  A clear thesis statement that takes a definite stand on the research question

2-  Body: 2-3 paragraphs in which you discuss the different aspects of your topic supported with evidence and proper examples.

3-  Conclusion

v  Include a strong closing statement

v  Address the research question and evidence to wrap up loose ends

v  Give a sense of why the issue is important or relevant

Format

Please use MLA format. Please refer to the website for style paper format http://www.csus.edu/owl/index/mla/mla_format.htm#consecutive This includes all of the following:

v  12-point font in a traditional font style such as Arial or Times New Roman

v  Double-spaced

v  1” margins all around

v  Works Cited Page

v  Attach RUBRIC to the back of your paper.

v  Length: 300-400 words.

Include a cover sheet with the following information:

v  Title of Paper

v  Unit title

v  Unit question

v  Main concept

v  AOI focus

v  Your Name

Mr. Teacher Name

English /Grade 8

Sept 2012

Research Process:

·  Research will be done in the library and in the classroom during the English class.

·  You are encouraged to bring your own pc so you can use it to record and keep track of all of your resources for you bibliography.

·  You may use Naseem paper to take notes.

·  You are expected to continue researching outside of class.

·  Resources can be found using the library database and library books. You must use at least:

·  2 online resources: You may NOT use Wikipedia as a source.

·  2 Library Books

Writing Process:

·  Before you begin writing your paper and as you are conducting your research you must create and organize an OUTLINE. Your outline will be graded as a quiz grade.

·  Your paper must be edited thoroughly paying attention to language, spelling, and grammar.

·  By the end of your work, you will need to submit the following items:

1-Mind map

2-Outline

3-First draft

4-Edited and Revised (Final Draft- printed)

5-Works Cited Page

6- PowerPoint Slide Show FOR YOUR PRESENTATION (SEPARATE GRADE using the MYP- rubrics for Language and Literature- Criteria A, B & C).

For your research on water scarcity, please try to write a cause and effect research paper discussing the causes and effects of water scarcity in one of the following countries:

Somalia Ethiopia South Africa Namibia Niger Tunisia Algeria

Moroco Jordan Palestine Egypt

At the end, please conclude by stating your own opinion:

Conclusion:

In conclusion, I think that …………………………………………………..

v  Include a strong closing statement

v  Address the research question and evidence to wrap up loose ends

v  Give a sense of why the issue is important or relevant

Given sources:

http://thewaterproject.org/why-water.php

http://water.org/water-crisis/water-facts/water/

http://www.seametrics.com/blog/5-countries-most-threatened-by-water-shortages/

http://who.int/features/factfiles/water/en/

Include a running header with this info: Your Last Name and Page#

MYP ENGLISH UNIT 1 TASK B: Year 7 POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

Student Name: Due Date: 23, 24, 25 September

Requirements

3-5 minutes

6-8 slides including the first page (Download from our Engrade website)

Include photos and bullet points for the info you found about your topic (using what you have already found for your essay)

MLA cited (Include a works cited page)

Virtually everyone has sat through dull, boring and unimaginative PowerPoint presentations. Although this piece of software is very easy to use many people make a variety of mistakes that actually detract from their message and their presentation. Here are some ideas.

1.  Limit yourself to one key point per page: It allows you to elaborate as much or little on each point as you need to during your presentation.

2.  Limit the amount of information: If you include too much information your slides become difficult to read. Avoid paragraphs of text. Instead use bullet points.

3.  Use a large font: Here is a general rule of thumb to follow: print a slide on a sheet of paper and place it on the floor. If you have difficulty reading it, it is highly likely that your audience (or prospect) will not be able to read it either. I recommend that your font size is at least 32 points if not larger.

4.  Use graphics: Interesting photos capture attention. An effective strategy is to fill the slide with graphic and add text on top of the photo or picture. The graphic catches the audience’s attention and the text reinforces the point you want to make.

5.  Use the build feature: Rather than show your entire slide, use the build feature to reveal one key point at a time. This prevents people from reading ahead and tuning you out while you are presenting. Remember, if someone is reading your slide, they are likely only half-listening to you.

6.  Avoid special effects: This includes sounds and wild transitions. Although these effects and transition may seem cool they only serve to detract from your message.

7.  Use a variety of fonts and colors: The most effective presenters use different fonts, colors and font sizes on their slides. This makes your slides more visually appealing, easier to read and more memorable. It takes a bit more time but it is definitely worthwhile.

http://www.futuresimple.com/blog/11-steps-to-creating-a-powerful-powerpoint-presentation/

STUDENT ORAL PRESENTATION DATES

SUNDAY 23 September / MONDAY 24 September / TUESDAY 25 September
Arwa Baseem Rashed Al Sharqi / Eman Abdul Ghani Mohamed Ismaeel / Jenan Ali Abdul Husain Al Asfoor
Mansoor Abdulla Mansoor Al Buhumaid / Maryam Abdulla Juma Dito / Maryam Natheer Mahdi Al Sammak
Maryam Ahmed Mubarak Al Arabi / Mohamed Ashraf Abdel Hady Bazeid / Nadia Khaled A. Aziz Jaafar
Nasser Abdulla Mansoor Al Buhumaid / Zain Hasan Haider Al Shehabi / Yara Anwar Mubarak Al Mazroo'ei
Tayma Mahmood A. Ameer Majeed / Shaza Tariq Al Hajri / Mariam Ali Mohammed Al Gaoud
Omar Saber A. Rahman Mohamed Noor

PICTURE SOURCE: http://www.unfailed.com/water-scarcity-and-rainwater-tanks.php

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