Introduction
One of the greatest problems that the world is facing today is that of environmental pollution. It must be taken seriously, as it has a negative effect on natural elements that are an absolute need for life to exist on earth, such as water and air. Indeed, without it, or if they were present on different quantities, animals – including humans – and plants could not survive.
Environmental pollution consists of five basic types:
- Air pollution.
- Water pollution.
- Soil pollution.
- Noise pollution.
- Light pollution.
Task
- Now, you will be asked to read about causes of environmental pollution; effects of environmental pollution; and the ways to prevent it, and then you will work in group to write a report/an article on the topic, using the following layout:
Introduction (50 words):
What environmental pollution is, how serious it is, where it happens, what might be the causes, interrogative question of whether anything can be done about it
Body (150 words):
Paragraph 1: Causes of environmental pollution
Paragraph 2: Effects of environmental pollution
Paragraph 3: Possible solutions of environmental pollution
Conclusion (40 words):
Summarise key points; Personal message to conclude
Note: You should add more pictures about the topic to make your report more interesting.
- There are some templates as an example/ modelling. You can design your report based on these templates.
- After that, each group has 5-7 minutes to present your final result.
Process
I give you some links of external webpages, videos which can help you get more information about environmental pollution in terms of effects, causes and solutions.
Effects of Environmental Pollution | |
http://www.eartheclipse.com/environment/causes-effects-solutions-to-environmental-pollution.html http://www.tropical-rainforest-animals.com/pollution-effects.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOhkuh7j2HA
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Solutions of Environmental Pollution | |
http://www.epd.gov.hk/epd/english/greenproperty/poll_pro/poll_pro_rec.html |
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Causes of Environmental Pollution | |
http://biology.tutorvista.com/environmental-pollution.html https://www.youthkiawaaz.com/2012/01/top-10-causes-of-environmental-damage/ |
Evaluation
Directions: Your essay will be graded based on this rubric. Consequently, use this rubric as a guide when writing your report/ article and check it again before you submit your final result.
Traits |
Excellent |
Good |
Need improvement |
Poor |
Focus &Details |
There is one clear, well- focused topic. Main ideas are clear and are well supported by detailed and accurate information. |
There is one clear, well- focused topic. Main ideas are clear but are not well supported by detailed information. |
There is one topic. Main ideas are somewhat clear. |
The topic and main ideas are not clear. |
Organization |
The introduction is inviting, states the main topic, and provides an overview of the paper. Information is relevant and presented in a logical order. The conclusion is strong. |
The introduction states the main topic and provides an overview of the paper. A conclusion is included. |
The introduction states the main topic. A conclusion is included. |
There is no clear introduction, structure, or conclusion. |
Voice |
The author’s purpose of writing is very clear, and there is strong evidence of attention to audience. The author’s extensive knowledge and/or experience with the topic is/are evident. |
The author’s purpose of writing is somewhat clear, and there is some evidence of attention to audience. The author’s knowledge and/or experience with the topic is/are evident. |
The author’s purpose of writing is somewhat clear, and there is evidence of attention to audience. The author’s knowledge and/or experience with the topic is/are limited. |
The author’s purpose of writing is unclear. |
Word Choice |
The author uses vivid words and phrases. The choice and placement of words seems accurate, natural, and not forced. |
The author uses vivid words and phrases. The choice and placement of words is inaccurate at times and/or seems over done. |
The author uses words that communicate clearly, but the writing lacks variety. |
The writer uses a limited vocabulary. Jargon or clichés may be present and detract from the meaning. |
Sentence Structure, Grammar, Mechanics, & Spelling |
All sentences are well constructed and have varied structure and length. The author makes no errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling. |
Most sentences are well constructed and have varied structure and length. The author makes a few errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling, but they do not interfere with understanding. |
Most sentences are well constructed, but they have a similar structure and/or length. The author makes several errors in grammar,mechanics, and/or spelling that interfere with understanding. |
Sentences sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive,or are difficult to understand. The author makes numerous errors in grammar, mechanics,and/or spelling that interfere with understanding. |
Presentation |
Speaker maintains good eyes contact with the audience and is appropriately animated (e.g., gestures, moving around, etc.). Speaker uses a clear, audible voice. Good language skills and pronunciation are used. |
Speaker has eyes contact with the audience. Speaker speaks clearly, seems to practice a little for their presentation. | Speaker has less eyes contact with the audience. Speaker speaks quite clearly. | Speaker lacks of eyes contact and body language. Speaker need to improve more in public speaking. |
Conclusion
After accessing this page, I hope that you can get more information for your report as well as understand deeper about Environmental Pollution.
Hope you enjoy it and have good result for your assignment!
Credits
- Air pollution. (2017). Sciencetopia.net. Retrieved 24 May 2017, from https://www.sciencetopia.net/sites/default/files/styles/articles/public…
- Causes, Effects and Solutions to Environmental Pollution | Earth Eclipse. (2017). Earth Eclipse. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from http://www.eartheclipse.com/environment/causes-effects-solutions-to-env…
- DISEASES CAUSED BY ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTANTS. (2017). YouTube. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRfOay-5jBo
- Environmental Pollution | Causes of Pollution | Biology@TutorVista.com. (2017). Biology.tutorvista.com. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from http://biology.tutorvista.com/environmental-pollution.html
- How to Help Stop Pollution. (2017). wikiHow. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from http://www.wikihow.com/Help-Stop-Pollution
- Light pollution. (2017). Static1.squarespace.com. Retrieved 24 May 2017, from https://static1.squarespace.com/static/579ef122725e2570d05d274c/t/588f0…
- Noise pollution. (2017). Hindustantimes.com. Retrieved 24 May 2017, from http://www.hindustantimes.com/rf/image_size_960x540/HT/p2/2016/12/23/Pi…
- Pollution Effects • Environmental Pollution. (2017). Tropical-rainforest-animals.com. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from http://www.tropical-rainforest-animals.com/pollution-effects.html
- Pollution Problems & Practical Solutions | Environmental Protection Department. (2017). Epd.gov.hk. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from http://www.epd.gov.hk/epd/english/greenproperty/poll_pro/poll_pro_rec.h…
- Solutions To Environmental Pollution Environmental Sciences Essay. (2017). UKEssays. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from https://www.ukessays.com/essays/environmental-sciences/solutions-to-env…
- Soil pollution. (2017). 3qeegdza6t-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com. Retrieved 24 May 2017, from https://3qeegdza6t-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/D…
- The Devastating Effects of Pollution. (2017). YouTube. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOhkuh7j2HA
- TOP 10 Causes Of Environmental Damage. (2017). Youth Ki Awaaz. Retrieved 21 May 2017, from https://www.youthkiawaaz.com/2012/01/top-10-causes-of-environmental-dam…
- Water pollution. (2017). Articlecube.com. Retrieved 24 May 2017, from https://www.articlecube.com/sites/default/files/field/image/15589/water…