Genetics+Museum+2010

= __Genetics Museum__: Information = The 7th grade science department is hosting a Genetics Museum. Creating each display are Kinard’s greatest scientists…you! Your job is to create a world-class exhibit that is both informative, and visually pleasing. Choose from the list of genetic topics- and then get creative on your method of presentation! We’ve also included a list of project ideas- each with its own set of criteria.

==Included on this page is everything you will need for the project! Check out the "genetics museum assignment sheet" to review the list of project topics and presentation ideas- you will be signing up for each the week of February 14th.==

==The rubric (linked below) outlines everything you will need to do for your project- including both a written and visual piece. This project is worth 100 points- and is a substantial assessment grade. Please look at the rubric as you work- it outlines what a quality project looks like. Don't forget to include a bibliography!==

[[file:Genetics Museum Rubric.doc]]
==Everyone will be creating a museum "display" using a different presentation method. Each method of presentation has specific criteria- things you must do and include in order to receive full credit. If you noticed on the rubric, part of your points are awarded based on the satisfaction of these criteria. Don't forget to print out the criteria specific to your presentation method and use them to guide you as you work!== ==*If your topic is a genetic disease or disorder- you will have 2 specific criteria sheets ("genetic diseases criteria" which includes questions you must address in your project, and one for your presentation method).==

*If you choose a presentation method different from the options below- you must see Mr. Blank for approval.
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