Hot Topics
- 1. Hot Topics What do I do when I finish early? Did you finish your assignment? Have you double checked it for correctness? Have you had a partner check it if it is group work? If the answer is yes to all of these questions, you can begin working on a Hot Topic. Simply put, Hot Topics are articles collected from scientific journals, Science channels such as discovery, newspapers, or online news sites. You are responsible for 2 Hot Topic articles per 9-weeks (two is the minimum). The articles need to be on modern/current events or somehow related to current science trends. They may be discussing new technology or a new field of science. To receive full credit for Hot Topics, you must complete all of the following: Read articles of your choosing. Articles can be found in the Hot Topics bin in the classroom, credible websites, news agencies, magazines, newspapers. The library is a great source for modern events science magazines: Popular Mechanics Popular Science Science News Scientific America National Geographic Newsweek Type a one page review of the article. The review must include: Citation for article. I have to be able to find the source! If I can’t find it then I won’t grade it! Summary of article. 1 to 2 paragraphs. Brief description of the science involved. 1 to 2 paragraphs. Your reflection – How does the topic of this article affect you? How does it affect society? Do you think this technology/science is a good idea? Can you foresee any problems with this technology/science? Why did you choose to read this article?
- 2. Each article will be worth 10 points for a total of 20 points at the end of the nine-weeks. Each write up, if done properly, will be between 1 to 2 pages. Not more than 2 and not less than 1. Due dates will be announced in accordance with the end of the 9- week periods. *Bonus point opportunities: Students may complete 2 additional Hot Topics per nine weeks for an additional 5 pts each (10 total). The same format must be followed.