1. Authentic Research Assessment
English I CP
Authentic Research Assessment

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

3. 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%

4. 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

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