Assignment - Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR)



Learning Intentions

  • To learn about the different types of waves in the electromagnetic radiation (EMR) spectrum.


Notes

  1. In groups of 2, choose a form of electromagnetic radiation
    1. Gamma rays
    2. X rays
    3. Ultraviolet
    4. Infrared
    5. Microwaves
    6. Radio waves
  2. Produce a presentation that includes the following points about the radiation you have chosen:
    1. Discovery
    2. Source(s)
    3. Positive effects
    4. Negative effects
    5. At least 1 interesting fact
    6. APA formatted bibliography

Assessment


  • Required Parts
    • Length is between 4:30 and 5:30
    • Discusses discovery, source(s), positive effects, negative effects, 1 interesting fact
    • Includes APA formatted bibliography
  • Content
    • Scientifically accurate
    • Bibliography properly formatted
  • Presentation (group mark)
    • Flows well from one speaker to the next
    • Looks rehearsed
  • Presentation (individual mark)
    • Speak loudly and clearly, with energy

Required Parts
Content
Presentation
(Group)
Presentation
(Individual)
1. Beginning Missing some
parts
Lots of mistakes
Lots of problems
Very quiet and/or
unclear
2. Developing Too short or
too long
Some mistakes
Some problems
A bit quiet and/or
unclear
3. Applying
4. Extending - -
Great audience
engagement
Energetic, loud,
and clear