Science In The News

Every Tuesday is "Science in The News Night" where you will read the Science Times, choose an article that interests you and write a critique of that article. "Science in the News" develops science literacy skills whereby you have the ability to read and judge a piece of scientific writing for accuracy and authenticity. By all means though have FUN   with this weekly assignment - choose articles in topic areas that engage you, interest you, peak your curiosity!

The format is the same each week:

Title of Article

Author(s)

Publication

5 Vocabulary Words - defined

Summary

Opinion

You should refer to the sample "Science in The News" article we read and critiqued in class on Tuesday, September 11th.

Remember to attach a copy of the article to your critique and feel free to add a cover!

If you cannot obtain a hard copy of the New York Times, go to my Links for a direct connection...I  look forward to finding out what interests you in the world of science!

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