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Natural Disasters Tri-Fold Science Fair 
You will choose a natural disaster to present during our "natural disaster science fair". You will present information and facts relating to your specific event, and you will explain the scientific causes or driving factors that lead to the disaster. You may work independently or in pairs. No more tan 2 people in a group.
Rubric Code: MX9895B
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Subject: Science  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Poor

5 pts

Fair

10 pts

Good

15 pts

Excellent

20 pts

Content of Poster

Information on specific disaster:

type of disaster/rating of disaster

date and location

human impact

warning system used

economic impact

environmental impact

2 interesting facts.


Information on type of disaster:
what cause this disaster,

2 -3paragraphs explaining how these types of disasters form

3 ways we can help prevent them.

Poor

Substantially lacks relevant information and contains factual inaccuracies and/or misleading information.
Fair

Includes most basic relevant information and exhibits factual accuracy but some basic relevant information is missing.
Good

Includes basic relevant information and exhibits factual accuracy. Includes explanation of impact on society.
Excellent

All basic relevant information is included, as well as some additional interesting aspects. Exhibits factual accuracy and places the subject within its context. Includes explanation of impact on society with sufficient detail.
Visual Design of Poster

At least 6 visual aspects which could include pictures, graphs, data tables, or 3d models.

At least two of these need to convey data in the form of graphs or data tables.

Poor

Presents information about the topic in an unorganized and uninteresting manner, with writing that is often not easy to read. Shows a lack of thought and planning. Fails to utilizes a variety of different materials and colors.
Fair

Presents information about the topic in a somewhat organized and interesting manner, with writing that is not always easy to read. Shows some thought and planning. Utilizes some different materials and colors, but suffers from being cluttered and/or unorganized at certain points.
Good

Presents information about the topic in an organized and interesting manner, with writing that is fairly easy to read, evidencing thought and planning. Utilizes some different materials and colors, and is generally uncluttered and pleasing to look at.
Excellent

Presents information about the topic in a well-organized, interesting, and stimulating manner, with writing that is easy to read, evidencing careful thought and planning. Utilizes a variety of different materials and colors, and is uncluttered and pleasing to look at.
Group Presentation

Group clearly understands their subject and present effectively. This included being able to answer questions about the topic

Poor

Presentation is not interesting and suggests a lack of preparation in both design and rehearsal. Does not effectively incorporate the content of the poster into the presentation. Contributions among the group's members are very poorly divided. Presentation has a poor pace and fails to fit within the time range.
Fair

Information is presented in a somewhat interesting manner. The presentation fits within the time range. The poster is used somewhat effectively as part of the presentation. All members of the group participate although there is some uneven participation.
Good

Information is presented in an interesting manner, demonstrating understanding. The presentation fits within the time range. The poster is used somewhat effectively as part of the presentation and planning is evident. All members of the group participate although there is some uneven participation.
Excellent

Information is presented clearly, and in an interesting and exciting manner, demonstrating understanding. The presentation has a good pace and fits within the time range. The poster is used effectively as part of the presentation and careful planning is evident. All members of the group participate in a meaningful way.
Creativity/Effort

Poor

There is a noticeable lack of creativity and effort throughout the project.
Fair

Some creativity is apparent in a number parts of the project, including in parts of both the presentation and poster design. Reasonable efforts on the part of some of the group members is in evidence.
Good

Creativity is apparent throughout all parts of the project, including both presentation and poster design. Significant efforts on the part of all group members is in evidence throughout all aspects of the project.
Excellent

Substantial creativity is apparent throughout all parts of the project, including both presentation and poster design. Major efforts on the part of all group members is in evidence throughout all aspects of the project.










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