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Introduction

Global warming is the hot problem for human being. It is seriously threatening for the survival of mankind. There are many reasons that leads to the global warming, and people on Earth- we are also the cause that make the Earth heat up. So people should know about it and find solution to solve this problems. We cannot completely solve it, but we can decrease and make it slower.

Image result for global warming

Task

Now for this task, you have to read the articles that related to the topic- global warming to find out the causes of global warming, the effects of it on Earth and human. Moreover you look for the way people prevent it, how they solve this problem. After you read, you follow the layout below and write an essay for this topic.

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

Direction: Your essay will be graded based on this rubric. Consequently, use this rubric as a guide when writing your essay and check it again before you submit 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

By using supported information about the effects, the causes and solutions of Global warming, you can write an essay by yourself. Moreover you can understand about the topic and improve your knowledge.

Credits

1. National Geographic, N.D. Effects of Global Warming.26 April, 2017

Retrieved 26 April, 2017 from http://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/global-warming/global-warming-effects/

2. Wikipedia, N.D. Effects of global warming. 26 April, 2017

Retrieved 26 April, 2017 from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Effects_of_global_warming

3. Bradford,17 December, 2014. Effects of Global Warming. 26 April, 2017

Retrieved 26 April 2017 from http://www.livescience.com/37057-global-warming-effects.html

4. Union of concerned scientists, N.D. Global Warming Causes. 26 April, 2017

Retrieved 26 April, 2017 from http://www.climatehotmap.org/about/global-warming-causes.html

5. National Geographic, N.D. Causes of Global Warming. 26 April, 2017

Retrieved 26 April, 2017 from http://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/global-warming/global-warming-causes/

6. Global Warming Facts, N.D. Causes of Global Warming: the Human impact. 26 April, 2017

Retrieved 26 April, 2017 from http://globalwarming-facts.info/causes-global-warming-human/

7. Shafer, N.D. Can your town save the earth?. 26 April 2017

Retrieved N.D from http://warmheartworldwide.org/can-town-save-earth/?gclid=COLg-_SWwdMCFRwKKgodFa4M1A

8. Union of concerned scientists, N.D. Solutions to Global Warming. 26 April, 2017

Retrieved 26 April, 2017 from http://www.climatehotmap.org/global-warming-solutions/

9. Union of concerned scientists, N.D. Global Warming Solutions. 26 April, 2017

Retrieved 26 April, 2017 from http://www.ucsusa.org/global_warming/solutions#.WQAT9dJ97IU