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Instructions:
Good day, everyone!
You can either watch the movie “Merchants of Doubts” or two short documentaries on Youtube for this class project. This will allow everyone to decide whether or not they want to pay for the video.
On this day, there will be no Zoom class.
1st option:
You will see the documentary “Merchants of Doubts” as part of this class assignment. We are unable to show this film on ZOOM due to a copyright issue. This film is available for purchase on Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B00YO2IC3W/ref=atv dp share cu r (This is a link to another website.)
It’s available to rent for $3.99 or purchase for $12.99. (the price may change a little in different weeks).
Answer the following questions:
1. In the film, they discuss the debate over whether or not “nicotine” is addictive, as well as the legal battles between tobacco firms; please explain how this relates to the present climate change issue.
2. What do you take away from the film in terms of scientists that believe that global warming isn’t real or that it’s beneficial?
3. To what does the analogy “watermelon” refer?
4. What did you learn about the “climate debate” that is generally broadcast on television?
5. Do you have anything to say about this film? What do you think is the most memorable part?
Option 2 (Be sure to watch BOTH videos below):
In this session, you will see a TED presentation and a short documentary. The following are video links. Both videos are available for free on Youtube.
PART I: Al Gore’s Ted Talk Questions
1. How did the Arctic Sea Ice change from 1980 to 2005? Can you explain the shift in light of what Al Gore said? (1 credit)
2. Al Gore discussed the temperature differences between Venus and Earth. Remember how we compared the temperatures of Venus and Earth in prior classes? Which planet’s surface temperature is the highest? Could you tell me why that is? (two points)
3. How does Al Gore describe politicians’ perspectives on addressing climate change in the United States? (1 credit)
4. Do you recall where the famous graph of atmospheric CO2 readings was obtained (what location)? (1 credit)
Discussion on Al Gore’s Ted Talk and Documentary on New Technologies
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Excellent Quality 95-100%
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Introduction
45-41 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Literature Support 91-84 points The background and significance of the problem and a clear statement of the research purpose is provided. The search history is mentioned. |
Methodology 58-53 points Content is well-organized with headings for each slide and bulleted lists to group related material as needed. Use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. to enhance readability and presentation content is excellent. Length requirements of 10 slides/pages or less is met. |
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Average Score 50-85% |
40-38 points More depth/detail for the background and significance is needed, or the research detail is not clear. No search history information is provided. |
83-76 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is little integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are included. Summary of information presented is included. Conclusion may not contain a biblical integration. |
52-49 points Content is somewhat organized, but no structure is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects, etc. is occasionally detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met. |
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Poor Quality 0-45% |
37-1 points The background and/or significance are missing. No search history information is provided. |
75-1 points Review of relevant theoretical literature is evident, but there is no integration of studies into concepts related to problem. Review is partially focused and organized. Supporting and opposing research are not included in the summary of information presented. Conclusion does not contain a biblical integration. |
48-1 points There is no clear or logical organizational structure. No logical sequence is apparent. The use of font, color, graphics, effects etc. is often detracting to the presentation content. Length requirements may not be met |
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Discussion on Al Gore’s Ted Talk and Documentary on New Technologies |
Discussion on Al Gore’s Ted Talk and Documentary on New Technologies