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Controversial Genetics
Bioengineering Ethics Debate
Student groups examine controversial issues in genetics and present their findings to the class. The focus is the role genetics plays in the life of a human.
Rubric Code:
J2WA882
By
aabeardsley
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Subject:
Biology
Type:
Presentation
Grade Levels:
9-12
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Excellent
5 pts
Good
4 pts
Fair
3 pts
Poor
2 pts
Evidence Supporting: Genetic OR In Favor
Excellent
Three or more pieces of evidence are presented, which are scientifically sound. Evidence is not based on opinions or assumptions.
Good
Two pieces of evidence are presented, which are scientifically sound. Evidence is not based on opinions or assumptions.
Fair
One piece of evidence is presented, which is scientifically sound. Evidence may be partially based on opinions or assumptions.
Poor
Evidence is not presented, which is scientifically sound OR evidence is based on opinions or assumptions.
Evidence Supporting Environ. OR In Opposition
Excellent
Three or more pieces of evidence are presented, which are scientifically sound. Evidence is not based on opinions or assumptions.
Good
Two pieces of evidence are presented, which are scientifically sound. Evidence is not based on opinions or assumptions.
Fair
One piece of evidence is presented, which is scientifically sound. Evidence may be partially based on opinions or assumptions.
Poor
Evidence is not presented, which is scientifically sound. Evidence is based on opinions or assumptions.
Conclusion
Excellent
The group is well informed and presents their conclusion with confidence and understanding. If applicable, the group can easily answer pertinent questions.
Good
The group is informed and presents their conclusion with understanding. If applicable, the group can answer pertinent questions.
Fair
The group is somewhat informed and presents their conclusion with a degree of confidence and understanding. If applicable, the group struggles to answer pertinent questions.
Poor
The group is not informed and presents their conclusion with little understanding. If applicable, the group is unable to answer pertinent questions.
Presentation: Individual
Excellent
During the presentation, the student maximizes their time, not going over or under the designated time. Student maintains eye contact with audience, seldom referring to notes. Student uses a clear voice and correct scientific terminology.
Good
During the presentation, the student uses their time, possibly going slightly over or under the designated time. Student maintains eye contact most of the time but frequently returns to notes. Student uses a clear voice and correct scientific terminology.
Fair
During the presentation, the student does not use time well and is either significantly over or under. Student occasionally uses eye contact, but still reads most of report. Student's voice is low, and audience members have difficulty hearing presentation.
Poor
During the presentation, the student does not use time well and is either significantly over or under. Student reads all of report with no eye contact. Student mumbles, and uses incorrect terminology.
Slide Show
Excellent
The slide show is visually appealing, contains the proper blending of text/images, and enhances the class' understanding of the concept.
Good
The slide show contains the proper blending of text/images, and enhances the class' understanding of the concept.
Fair
The slide show contains the a blend of text/images, and minimally enhances the class' understanding of the concept.
Poor
The slide show is predominantly text, and minimally enhances the class' understanding of the concept.
Scientific Sources
Excellent
Students cites 5 or more scientific sources. Student references sources during presentation. Source list is included at the end of the slide show.
Good
Students cites 3 -4 scientific sources. Student references sources during presentation. Source list is included at the end of the slide show.
Fair
Students cites 1-2 scientific sources. Student may not reference sources during presentation. Source list is included at the end of the slide show.
Poor
Student does not cite scientific sources OR sources are not scientifically sound. Source list is not included at the end of the slide show.
Keywords:
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Subjects:
Biology
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Types:
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