Introduction
Learn and master one of the most concrete and captivating theories in modern history - The Evolutionary Theory. This subcategory of anthropology is very interesting, true, and should be common knowledge. Students will research in a unique way to construct a well written paper on the origins and effects of the Evolutionary Theory.
Task
This paper will not be as traditional as the essays you are used to. A variety of resources will be required. This extensive set of studying will allow the students to gain as much information and perspective as possible on the subject.
- Students will be required to visit the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City, Mexico.
- A total of three academic textbooks will be necessary to study for research.
- Extensive online research will also be required. A total of five educational websites will be required to be drawn from.
- After researching, the students will start on their essays. The essay will be in MLA format and should reach about 1250-1500 words in total. This should equate to about 4&1/2-5 pages.
Process
Students will be awarded three weeks (21 days) to research for the topic. Prior to traveling to Mexico City to visit the museum, time will be taken to choose which textbooks and websites will be the most informative and enlightening. These sources will have to be sent to the instructor and approved by them. It is also important to note that these sources should be cited in the bibliography. After research is done via text, the trip to the National Museum of Anthropology will be conducted. Upon arrival, students will be divided into groups of three to incentivize group discussion and accountability. This collaboration will be vital for getting the most out of the museum and learning a lot about evolution. All of the members of the group will be required to take at least a full page of notes. After spending a day at the museum, they can get started on their paper.
Evaluation
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15 points Outstanding |
10 points Satisfactory |
5 points Fair |
0 points Unsatisfactory |
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Information
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Students got a good grasp of the Evolutionary Theory and correctly explained and thoroughly described all aspects of it. |
Students got a decent grasp of the theory and were able to mostly articulate this. |
Students got a relative idea of the theory and touched on some portions of the subject |
The student did not understand or correctly outline any aspects of the topic. |
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Formatting
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Student correctly uses the MLA format |
Only a couple mistakes in the header, footer, or indention |
MLA was not used very effectively but the essay was still able to be followed. |
MLA was not used at all or student made many mistakes in formatting it. |
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Grammar/Punctuation
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Student shows no error in spelling, grammar, or punctuation |
A couple of mistakes in spelling or grammar were exhibited. |
Many grammatical errors were made but the essay was still able to be interpreted. |
Essay was difficult to follow and did not meet basic articulation requirements at all. |
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Citations
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All sources are outlined in the bibliography and the correct number is used. |
Not all sources were cited or bibliography page was in wrong format |
The required number of sources was not met and the bibliography page was not correct. |
Sources were not cited |
Conclusion
After extensively researching and reviewing material for the evolutionary theory. students will have a great grasp of the theory and be able to accurately describe certain processes such as anatomical structural changes, common ancestors, and the geographical origin of evolution. This is very useful information that can be examined and utilized by many people in order to properly understand and analyze modern information.
Teacher Page
Grade level - 11/12th grade
Subject - Anthropology/Human Evolution