PATHFINDER EXPLORATION PROJECT
In this project the class will present a press conference as a final exhibit concerning the Mars Pathfinder project. Members of the class will serve in various roles of the press conference. Information for these roles will come from magazines, newspapers, Internet sites and other sources.
The assessment of the project will consist of several parts as described below:

Daily Journal: (35 points)
At the end of each class ssession, each student should write about the day addressing these questions.

What one fact did I learn today?
How did the day go?
My impression of the project so far
Be sure to date each entry.

Press Conference Brainstorming List: (10 points)
This list will be generated in class.

Press Conference Role Description: (10 points)
Each student should generate a short description of the role they will play in the press conference and what facts they will focus on. This description should be specific to their role and be related to the mission of the Pathfinder.

Press Conference Preparation: (25 points)
Each student is responsible for using class time to prepare for their role in the press conference. Students should use class time well and not prevent others from working. NOTE: The purpose of the time in class is to get ready for the exhibitions. If you are not present you will not earn these points. If you do not work in class you will not earn these points.

Press Conference Video Practice Session: (20 points)
Each student should do a practice session which will be taped. After viewing the tape, each student will write a "review" of their performance. The review will include description of good points and areas to improve.

Final Exhibition: Press Conference on Tuesday, November 25th (1st, 4th, and 5th) or Wednesday, November 26th (6th period) (50 points)

Each student plays their role convincingly.
The opinions that are presented are supported with facts.
Students do not disturb the presentations of others.
A more detailed description of grading will be given before the video practice session.

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