When did this story take place?
where is this event or issue occurring? (specify city, country, region, etc.)
why is this story important?
connect the article. what does it have to do with you? can it be connected to anything we
learned or are learning about in class?
grading will be based on the following rubric:
4 - entire current event assignment displays the following requirements for each
question statement above:
a. demonstrates thoughtfulness, preparation, and accuracy.
b. reflects real understanding of the story and the issues.
c. follows directions.
d. is complete, neat, and includes entire article.
e. asks and answers a provocative (for discussion purposes) question.
3 - current event assignment is complete but lacks 2 of the above requirements.
2 - current event assignment lacks 3 of the requirements.
1 - current event assignment lacks 4 of the requirements.
o - current event assignment is late (excepting all day absence) or lacks 5 or more of the above
requirements.