Global Warming

Introduction

Global warming is one of the most controversial issues of the 21st century. Whether global warming is really happening or not is still debatable. However, it is quite obvious that the world's climate is changing, resulting in severe consequences. Therefore, studying about global warming is very important. 

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Task

In this lesson, we are going to look into different aspects of global warming. Your job is to read about global warming's causes, its effects, and possible solutions to the situation. You will also need to write an essay on what you have read, following this layout:

Introduction (50 words):

what global warming 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 global warming

Paragraph 2: Effects of global warming

Paragraph 3: Possible solutions of global warming

Conclusion (40 words):

Summarise key points; Personal message to conclude

Process

Evaluation

Your essay will be evaluated based on the criteria in this rubric. This can also be used as a guide for you to write and proof-read your essay.

Traits

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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 overdone.

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.

Conclusion

So far you have learned a lot about global warming. After this lesson, you should have recognized how devastating the effects of global warming are to the environment. Thus, taking the right actions to prevent or, at least, lessen these effects should be seriously considered. Only by doing so can we save our environment, and save our own selves. 

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Credits

Reference list

Bradford, A. (2014). Effects of Global Warming. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://www.livescience.com/37057-global-warming-effects.html

Denchak, M. (2016). How You Can Stop Global Warming. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from https://www.nrdc.org/stories/how-you-can-stop-global-warming

Earth [IMAGE](n.d.). Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://nhpr.org/post/global-warming-solutions#stream/0

Global Warming Facts. (n.d.). Causes of Global Warming: the Human impact. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://globalwarming-facts.info/causes-global-warming-human/

Ice melting [IMAGE](2016). Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://www.theblackvault.com/documentarchive/global-warming-climate-change/#

Markham, D. (2009). Global Warming Effects and Causes: A Top 10 List. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://planetsave.com/2009/06/07/global-warming-effects-and-causes-a-top-10-list/

National Geographic. (n.d.). Causes of Global Warming. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/global-warming/global-warming-causes/

National Geographic. (n.d.). Effects of Global Warming. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/global-warming/global-warming-effects/

Rinkesh. (n.d.). Serious Effects of Global Warming. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://www.conserve-energy-future.com/globalwarmingeffects.php

Union of Concerned Scientists. (n.d.). Global Warming Solutions. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://www.ucsusa.org/global_warming/solutions#.WQAa6pCg9dh

Union of Concerned Scientists. (n.d.). Solutions to Global Warming. Retrieved April 26, 2017, from http://www.climatehotmap.org/global-warming-solutions/