Benchmarks: 9th, 10th, 12th / World Issues Project (10th grade benchmark)

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2012-2013 WIP Handbook (Word Version)

2012-2013 WIP Handbook (PDF Version)

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What is the World Issues Project?

The sophomore benchmark is a project in which each group must research a country of the world, write two full-process essays, and deliver a persuasive presentation on a social issue faced by their assigned nation. At the end of the 10th grade, Irvington High expects all students to be familiar with the following:

Modern Language Association (MLA) standards for research and writing formats
Correct spelling and grammar
Library research
Use of the Internet for research
Word processing/Typing
A five paragraph descriptive essay
A well-reasoned persuasive essay
Oral presentation skills
Students must also demonstrate their progress in meeting the School Wide Outcomes throughout the benchmark process.

Last Modified on December 13, 2012