Earth and the Environment  

·         Use the News Report Form provided on the course website to prepare a written report based on one news article; make sure to choose an article of sufficient length and detail. If the article is short, you may refer to additional related articles.

·         Use a reputable news source (i.e. no blogs or wikis! See suggested links in the library research guide online).

·         For reports that will be presented in class, use a very recent news article (i.e. in the last week to two weeks, unless you have a particular interest in an older item and you check with me first). Reports for a news portfolio may include articles within the past five years.

·         The news article must relate to one of the topics on the course schedule. Check with me if you are unsure about a topic.

·         You must use your own words in the report - I do check your reports against the original news source!

·         Review the grading rubric provided on the course website before writing your report to ensure the best possible grade.