Performance Task Two

OBJECTIVES:

1. To gather data from computer sources.

2. To graphically illustrate data using maps.

3. To analyze maps in order to find patterns, draw inferences, or to make generalizations.

4. To compare and contrast information on maps.

DIRECTIONS:

1. Write the topic(s) you picked on your data sheet in the form of a title. If you choose to do one map,

choose from column “A” on the back of this sheet. If you choose to do two maps, choose the second

topic from column “B”.

2. Find and print data from World Geograph II.

3. Transfer data from the computer sheet to your data sheet.

4. Create a key(s) on your data sheet(s) to be used on your map(s).

5. On the data sheet(s), put the correct color in the blank beside each country according to your key.

6. On the map, put a title, key, and fill in the countries with the appropriate color.

Do not label the countries by name.

7. Write and attach an analysis of the information on the map. Look for patterns, differences between

regions, and attempt to make generalizations.

IF YOU NEED HELP, ASK. I’M HERE TO HELP!

*8. If you choose to work for the “A” project, using the method of your choice (line graphs would be

good), compare the data from both of your maps. State whether there is a direct relationship,

indirect relationship, or no relationship between the two topics and give evidence to support your

conclusion.

GRADING POLICY:

1. To earn a grade of “C” (80 PTS.), complete directions 1-7 for one map.

2. To earn a grade of “B” (90 PTS.), complete directions 1-7 for two maps, each with a different topic.

3. To earn a grade of “A” (100 pts.), do the requirements for a “B” plus direction *8.

BY NOW IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING, BUT I’LL SAY IT ANYWAY:

NEATNESS, ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS, AND APPEARANCE WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING YOUR GRADE.

DUE DATE: TBA