ELEMENT REPORT: Instructions, Rubrics, Tips, etc.

ELEMENT REPORT

GOAL: Each group should prepare a PowerPoint presentation of the elements assigned to them.

ROLE: Report as if you discovered these elements. Try to be enthusiastic, dynamic, fun… and most of all you should know these elements and their properties like the back of your hand.

AUDIENCE: Your classmates and your chemistry teacher! We easily get bored so hopefully your presentation is… how do you say “NOT BORING” in English? Ha ha ha.

SITUATION: Here’s the situation… your report better be good since this will be our only discussion for CHAPTER 6. Long test for Chapter 6 will be on Wednesday (September 14, 2011). Next week. Hurray!

PRODUCT: PowerPoint presentation and a 5-minute group report.

STANDARDS:

PowerPoint Presentation Rubrics

CATEGORY	5 POINTS	4 POINTS	3 POINTS	2 POINTS
SLIDE BACKGROUND	Background does not detract from text or other graphics. Choice of background is appropriate for the topic.			Background makes it difficult to read the text or see other images on the page.
ORIGINALITY	Presentation shows considerable originality and inventiveness. The content and ideas are presented in a unique and interesting way.			Presentation is a re-hash of other people’s ideas and shows very little attempt at original thought. (Meaning: Almost a copy-paste work)
CONTENT ACCURACY	All content throughout the presentation is accurate. There are no factual errors.			Content is typically confusing or contains more than one error.
SEQUENCING OF INFORMATION	Information is organized in a clear, logical way.			There is no clear plan for the organization of information.
TEXT-FONT CHOICE	Font formats have been carefully planned to enhance readability and content.			Font formatting makes it very difficult to read the material presented.
GRAPHICS	All graphics are attractive and support the theme/content of the presentation.			Several graphics detract from the content of the presentation.
EFFECTIVENESS	Project includes all materials needed to gain a comfortable understanding of the topic. It is a highly effective study guide.			Project is lacking several key elements and has inaccuracies that make it a poor study guide.
DOCUMENTATION	You have properly documented 4 or more good sources for your topic.			You have not properly documented the sources for your topic and the sources are too few or inappropriate.

Group Reporting Rubrics

Rating:

1- WEAK         

2- MODERATELY WEAK          

3- AVERAGE               

4- MODERATELY STRONG      

5- STRONG

1. Presentation is well organized and cohesive
2. The presenter is prepared for the presentation
3. The presentation indicates an understanding of the topic presented  
4. The presenter employs a speaking and delivery style appropriate for the presentation
5. The presenter delivers ideas in a clear and concise fashion, without too much reliance on notes
6. The presenter speaks loudly and clearly enough to be heard by the audience
7. The presenter maintains eye contact with the audience
8. Overall, the work represents the presenter’s full potential

Group Assignment (Laboratory Group)

Group 1	Alkali Metals
Group 2	Alkaline Earth Metals
Group 3	Boron and Carbon Group
Group 4	Nitrogen and Oxygen Group
Group 5	Halogens
Group 6	Noble Gases
Group 7	Early Transition Metals
Group 8	Late Transition Metals
Group 9	Lanthanide Series
Group 10	Actinide Series

Instructions:

1. Choose seven (7) elements from the groups assigned.
2. Come-up with a catchy title for your report.
3. Showcase the following information about each element:
1. Name
2. Symbol
3. Atomic Number
4. Atomic Mass
5. Electron Configuration
6. Origin of Name
7. Properties and Uses
8. Primary source of the element
9. Picture
4. Reporting will be on MONDAY (September 12, 2010).
5. Work hard as a team and have fun!

 

SCHEDULE

THURSDAY			FRIDAY
1st period	CANISIUS PowerPoint presentation making @ IT lab 412	Mr. Torrilla	1ST period	CANISIUS PowerPoint presentation making @ IT lab 412	Mr. Magno
3rd period	BELLARMINE (long test)		3rd period	BELLARMINE PowerPoint presentation making @ IT lab 412	Mr. Inting
5th period	BELLARMINE PowerPoint presentation making @ IT lab 412	Mr. Torrilla	6th period	JOGUES PowerPoint presentation making @ IT lab 412	Mr. Magno
6th period	JOGUES PowerPoint presentation making @ IT lab 412	Mr. Inting