1. Research Project

2. Every year, from September 15 through October 15, we celebrate Hispanic-American Heritage Month. Different activities and events are planned throughout the month to honor, learn and celebrate the Hispanic Culture.

3. To celebrate the Hispanic Heritage Month… You will develop a Project on a Hispanic- American Scientist or Inventor

4. What is the Project about? Select a Hispanic-American Scientist or Inventor. Research information about: Place and date of birth Hispanic background (why is he/she considered Hispanic) Contribution to Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) Discuss how his/her contribution has affected your life. Include at least three references. Present a report to summarize your findings. Be creative! Be prepared to present. You can work individually or in a group (no more than 3 members)

5. Total of 20 pts. Find sources from the Internet, as well as books, journals, or magazines. Name of Scientist/Inventor; date and place of birth; Hispanic background 4 pts. Scientist/inventor’s contribution to STEM (in your own words) 4 pts. Impact of scientist/inventor’s contribution to your life 4 pts. Presentation: appealing and legible. Pictures and/or illustrations of scientist/inventor. 4 pts. Correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Included at least three references (sources). 4 pts.

6. NO PLAGIARISM! Make sure you write the summary and information in your own words. Avoid copying exactly what your sources say. Paraphrase instead. You jeopardize your grade if you plagiarize.

7. Project Due Date Tuesday, October 5, 2015 You can email the project or present a hard copy… NO EXCEPTIONS! NO EXCUSES!