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L. Scherliess 7 October, 2017

ASSIGNMENT #3 PHYX 3010 – FALL 2017

Informed Commentary

Nearly all things in life, in politics, and so on when looked at in a critical way have

two sides to it.

In this assignment you should investigate a current space exploration event and

discuss the 2 sides (pros and cons). Based on this information you should form

your own assessment and opinion of it and defend it. • Write a commentary on a current event (within the last 12 months) in space exploration.

• Project involves research and writing.

• Equivalent of 3 pages (single spaced, 12 pt font).

The current event should be different from the one used for assignment #2 !! The deadline to hand in the assignment is midnight, Thursday November 09, 2017. The assignment should be submitted on Canvas.

The paper as a whole should include parts that are written (this is the major part), and if appropriate illustrations, graphical/tabular, etc. with written caption. The material should be organized in a logical manner to provide the reader with a clear understanding of the event that you cover, its pros and cons and your own opinion. The paper should be written so that the public can easily follow and understand it. Avoid jargon!

The commentary should include the following sections:

1. Title 2. Description of the event (background information) 3. Discussion of the “Pros” 4. Discussion of the “Cons” 5. Your opinion and assessment (Defend it!)

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The written part should furthermore include a cover page (not counted in the 3 pages) with the following items:

1. Title of work 2. Your name and A number 3. Class number 4. Date

The following grading rubric will be followed:

Headline 1 points

Background 5 points

Pros 8 points

Cons 8 points

Own Assessment and Opinion 6 points

Readability 2 points

Grammar 1 points

Cover Page 1 point

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Total 32 points