MMR+-+Grade+8

= = = Citing Sources and Plagiarism =

**9 Goblin Threat - Plagiarism Game from Lycoming College. **

 * == **Definitions to know before playing The Plagiarism Game are below.** ==
 * === **1. Abstract - a summary or statement of the contents of a book or article. ** ===
 * ==== **2. Intellectual Property - a work or invention that someone created. ** ====
 * **3. Direct Quote - exact words of an author or speaker. **
 * ==== **4. Parenthetical Citation - using parentheses around a citation within the text of a paper .** ====
 * **5. Attribution - establishing a particular person as the creator of a work. **

=**That's what I am Links**= Dignity Quiz The Courage Zone COURAGE A Glossary of Tech Terms A-Z

= Resilient People =


 * The Seven Resiliencies Definition worksheet **


 * To get the //Inspiration// web template follow these directions or make your own web. **


 * 1) First same in your personal file.
 * 2) Next, save in the folder below.


 * Start Menu at bottom – Go to //Computer or My Computer//
 * Student on NESD
 * Class and Activity Folders
 * Middle School
 * MMR
 * Find your class, 8-1, 8-2, or 8-3
 * **Open and SAVE AS your name to this folder. Be sure to change the name of your project to YOUR NAME.**


 * Where to find information: **
 * 1. ** ** World Book Online **
 * 2. ** ** Biography.com **
 * 3. ** ** Sites listed below **
 * 4. ** ** Keword search – be specific **
 * ** a. ** ** “Stephanie Meyer” and accomplishments **
 * ** b. ** ** “Stephanie Meyer” and biography **

=**Resilient People**=
 * Ghandi**
 * Michael Jordan**
 * Richard Branson**
 * Mark Cuban**
 * Stephanie Meyer**
 * Stephen King**
 * Dr. Seuss**
 * Vincent Van Gogh**
 * Walt Disney**
 * Colonel Sanders**
 * Oprah Winfrey**
 * Christopher Reeve**
 * Helen Keller**
 * Thomas Edison**
 * President Teddy Roosevelt**
 * Annie Sullivan**
 * Gloria Estefan**
 * Albert Einstein**
 * Geronimo**
 * Steve Jobs**
 * George Washington**
 * Thomas Jefferson**


 * Who else?**

[] Oprah Winfrey (TV host and author)

[] Colonel Sanders

[] Walt Disney

[|http://www.kidzworld.com/article/2194-vincent-van-gogh-biography#] Vincent Van Gogh

[] Dr. Seuss

[] Steven Spielberg

[] Stephen King

[] (go to “Getting Published” section) Stephanie Meyer

[] Mark Cuban (founded HD Net)

[] Richard Branson (Virgin Airlines and other brands)

[] Michael Jordan

http://shakentothecore.wikispaces.com/Resilient+People+in+History Ghandi

= Seven New Wonders of the World =


 * The 7 New Wonders of the World** **The Other 14 Finalists**

Petra ................................Acropolis................................. Red Square

Great Wall of China.......................................... Alhambra..................................... Statue of Liberty

Colosseum.................................. Angkor Wat.............................................. Stonehenge

Taj Mahal................................ Eiffel Tower .......................................Sydney Opera House

Machu Picchu........................................ Hagia Sofia....................................................... Timbuktu

Christ Redeemer.................................................Kiyomizu-dera

Chichen Itza .................................. Moai

Giza Pyramid Complex (Honorary)........................................... Neuschwanstein


 * Web sites to visit:**


 * 1) [] (The official web site listing the finalists. You may choose from this list.)
 * 2) []
 * 3) Do a Boolean search using and, or, not. Example: Petra location (and is assumed between Petra and location) Go to the official site of your wonder of the world.

(Open and SAVE AS into your file.)


 * BrochureTravel Guide must include:**

Pictures

When was it built?

Who built it?

Why was it built?

How was it built?

What happened there in ancient times?

Where exactly is it located? (Continent, country, city)

How far is it from Northeast?

What was civilization like when this was built?

What are some interesting facts about this site?

How is this site being excavated and/or protected?

Are there some interesting areas you would recommend be seen?

If you were going to visit this site, what important info would you need to know?

Why do you think this is considered one of the 7 wonders of the world?

= Debate =

= Debate Examples = High School Death Penalty Debate (approx 30 min.)

Sample speeches
=Debate Topics and Research=


 * Persuasion Map **