For the first three LAPs, students completed some basic preliminary assessments in the form of checks for understanding that were centered on promoting opinion, discussion, and advancement of personal interest.  Then, students expanded on those discussions in their research.  The research project had a rubric that delivered one whole group grade for students.  However, the rubric was broken down into sections and each partnership was responsible for completing a section of the rubric (as well as one section that every member of the team completed together) so each of the partnerships got a score as well to determine their progress and success with their research.  The partner work sections received full points for discussing at least two elements (places, foods, etc.) in depth by answering the provided questions. They were also judged by the effort they showed in their research and presentation.

Students and parents received a score out of 100 for their culminating assessment of the final research project.  This score represented the work of the entire group and did not reflect individual students.  If individual students or parents wish to see an explanation of the grade, or wish to see how an individual or partnership performed within the group, I have a record available of how each partnership performed.  The reason I chose to keep everyone’s grade as one whole group grade was because students who completed their sections early were instructed to help other sections, and the whole group was instructed to collaborate and make their presentation cohesive.

Cumulative Assignment Prompt:

Pretend you and your group work in the tourism industry for the region you have been assigned.  Use Google Slides to create a “commercial” that makes people want to visit your region on vacation.  In this presentation, you will share places to stay in your region, things to do, food to eat, and people to meet.

Cumulative Assignment Expectations/Rubric:

There are four main sections in this presentation.  Two students should work on each section.

Section One: Places to Stay (20 points) Two People

• At least one slide (can add more)
• What cities are in this region?  What is cool about them?
• Are there any famous vacation destinations?  Why do people like to visit them?
• Complete a Google MyMaps which will be shown during the presentation

Section Two: Things to Do (20 points) Two People

• At least one slide (can add more)
• What are some fun activities you can do outdoors in this region? (hikes, etc)
• What are some fun activities you can do indoors in this region? (museums, etc)
• Are there any famous places to visit?
• What national parks are here?
• What animals and plants might you see?
• Complete a Google MyMaps which will be shown during the presentation

Section Three: What to Eat (20 points) Two People

• What kind of food is this region famous for? (Hint: what are the biggest industries?)
• Can you visit any farms and taste their products?
• What are the best restaurants to visit?

Section Four: Who to Meet (20 points) Two People

• Who are some famous people from the region that you might spot?
• Can you visit the homes/important locations of historical figures?  Which ones?
• What cultural groups can you visit and learn about?  (ex: a regional Native American tribe)

Finally, all students should collaborate to make a title slide and all websites used should be linked in the “resources slide. (20 points)

Feel free to change the theme of the presentation, add pictures, videos, or other interesting elements.  Make it your own!

You can refer back to the Nearpod about your region (I will give you a link) the list of resources below that will give you a place to start your research.

Full points will be awarded in each section that:

• Demonstrates effort in their research and slide development
• Completes a Google MyMaps with at least 3 destinations (if applicable)
• Answers the questions asked above
• Presents information clearly