Introduction: For this assignment, you will be researching elements of technology that we use daily, but often take for granted. You will research how the technology was invented, how it works, how it is made, and the future of the technology.
The approved technology topics are:
• Cell phones
• Computers
• Televisions
• DVD/CDs
• Satellites
• The Internet
• Automobiles
• Robotics
• Video Games
Each topic cannot have more than four people. Topics will be selected on interest (top 3) and by a drawing.
NOTES:
You must use at least THREE different sources.
• CIA World Factbook or Grolier’s (online)
• A book, magazine, or newspaper of your choice (not online)
• A credible website of your choice
You must have at least THREE pages of notes.
• You will write the source information at the top of your notes page, and then your notes from that source will be written below.
• You will write summary, paraphrase, and direct quotes for your notes.
10 points- Notes
10 points- Outline
30 points- Works Cited
50 points- Research Paper
30 points- Research Presentation
RESEARCH PAPER:
Your research paper will be in MLA format (12 size font, Times New Roman font, double-spaced, title and heading, and in-text citations). You will learn about this format during the unit. The total length should be 3 pages (not including the works cited page).
Assignment components:
Research Paper Breakdown:
5 points- Length (3 pages)
5 points- Thesis Statement
10 points- Grammar/Punctuation/
MLA Format
10 points- 5 in-text citations
20 points- Content
WORKS CITED:
This is a list of sources you used to write your paper. It is the last page of your research paper. You will learn how to do this.
RESEARCH PRESENTATION:
This is a presentation you will make in front of your class about a section of your paper. You will be in a group with others who researched the same technology topic. A separate handout will be given with instructions for the presentation.
DUE DATES
____ Notes Due:
____Outline Due:
____Research Paper Due:
____Works Cited Due:
____Presentation Poster Due:
Adapted from an assignment by Mrs. Lower
