by Raymond Castillo and Ryan Odom
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Evaluation: In order to evaluate this project, there will be several benchmarks the students will have to achieve prior the final evaluation of their presentations. By utilizing project proposals and weekly updates, we will be able to recognize how the groups are planning on integrating the material covered in both math and science. Furthermore, by forwarding their material to their group mentors, engineers and scientists in the community, students will be able to get actual professional feedback as well as recommendations from the teachers. This will also allow us to monitor the progress of the students and assist in maintaining their motivation in their inquiries. This will ensure the class is on the same page, and that we leave no student behind in the material. Moreover, it will allow us to recognize the areas in which may need further reinforcement before the presentations. As a final assessment, students will present their projects in front of the class, utilizing technology such as PowerPoint and iMovie to display their work, to a panel of judges from both NASA and the community. The panel using a general rubric will evaluate the students, and the experts will offer their comments on where parts of the presentation can be improved upon or where there maybe need of correction. Overall the evaluation process is more a method of monitoring students’ progress rather than enforcing the route memorization and regurgitation of material. This form of evaluation will maximize the learning potential of the students and encourage them to take an active role in their education.
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