Authentic Research Assessment English I CP Authentic Research Assessment

What is it? Semester-long, research-based assignment. Part of class participation and Final Exam grades

What am I responsible for? Selecting a topic based on what interests you Journal Entries (Throughout Semester- Certain Number will be collected at the end as part of an overall grade) Research (Articles from credible sources) Writing Process ( An essay; Thesis, Rough Drafts, Revisions, Final Drafts. End-of-semester Oral Presentation (Part of Final Exam Grade) Journal Entries -15% Presentation-25% Final Essay-35%

Grade 9: Teen Issues Possible Broad Topics: Social media Body image Value of Standardized Testing Bullying/Cyber-bullying Tolerance High School Sports Healthy Relationships Gaming Addictions Pressure to Excel Violence in Media/ Video Games Driving Homework The Teen Brain Lack of Sleep Teen Gambling Addictions Advertising and Media influence Teen Idol influences and Trends Mental Health Nutrition/ Dieting Fads, Trends Self Esteem/ Perception Self Motivation Vaping Stress The Importance of Music School Policies Academic Integrity Overcoming Shyness and Loneliness

How do I choose my topic? You may change topics a few times based on your research and interests