SMES 1203

Modern Physics

Lecturer: Dr. Woo H.J.

GENERAL ASSIGNMENT GUIDE
General Instructions:
Form a group of 3-6 members.
Each group has to complete one written assignment and an oral presentation.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT (10%):

Modern physics has extended science into the boundless universe and to the microscopic
structure of objects previously unknown to mankind. This revolution has given birth to
series of key technological breakthroughs in various fields (physics, chemistry, biology,
geology, information, worldview etc). Prepare a not more than 20 pages education
note to general public describing how modern physics impact our daily lives. In your
work, you need to introduce and describe technically the nature of the breakthrough, its
implication or impact to the society. Submit your work before or on 27th March 2015.
Plagiarism is UNACCEPTABLE. The complete assignment will be strictly rejected if
students are found copying from other sources without proper citation and referencing.
Citation and bibliography format: Citation and bibliography format: American
Psychology Association (APA) style. At least 5 reading materials should be referred and
listed in bibliography or references list.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORAL PRESENTATION (10%):

Each group will be required to present their group assignment and thus, should be
prepared to handle queries regarding their topic.
Group oral presentations will be carried out starting Week 5.
The oral presentation mark will account for 10% of the total grade of this subject, and
marks will be given as a group.
No marks will be given to any presenter who is absent (without valid reason).
It is the group members responsibility to bring up any issues, such as free rider to
the instructor two weeks BEFORE final submission of assignment for further actions.
Any complaints after the due date will not be entertained.

APPENDIX 1
Evaluation of Written Assignment
Not meeting
Standard

Developing
toward Standard
2

Accomplished
standard

Exemplary

The format and

organization of
material are
confusing to the
reader.

It is generally
organized, but
lacks headings
and/or format.

It is attractive and
well organized.

It is exceptionally
appealing and well
organized.

Content

Little or no
understanding of
the topic and basic
concepts.

Basic
understanding of
the topic and basic
concepts.

Good
understanding of
the topic and basic
concepts.

Complete
understanding of
the topic and basic
concepts.

Mechanics

Repeated errors in
grammar,
punctuation,
capitalization,
spelling and/or
citation.

Some errors in
grammar,
punctuation,
capitalization,
spelling and/or
citation.

A few errors in
grammar,
punctuation,
capitalization,
spelling and/or
citation.

No errors in
grammar,
punctuation,
capitalization,
spelling and/or
citation.

Graphics/Pictures

Graphics do not go
with the
accompanying text
or appear to be
randomly chosen.

Graphics go well
with the text, but
there are too few
and the brochure
seems "textheavy".

Graphics go well
with the text, but
there are so many
that they distract
from the text.

Graphics go well
with the text and
there is a good mix
of text and
graphics.

Organization and
Appeal

Score: ______________

FINAL ASSESSMENT
Name

Group
product
marks (16%)

Convert to
10% of final
marks

Remarks

APPENDIX 2

GROUP ORAL PRESENTATION MARKING SCHEME

Names/ID:

_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________

Title of Presentation: ______________________________________________

Date of Presentation: ______________________________________________
Evaluator: _______________________________________________________

No
1
2
3
4

Items of evaluation
Organization
Content
Communication Skills
Questions and Discussion
Total Marks

Marks Obtained
/25
/25
/25
/25
/100

Evaluation of Oral Presentation

Rating Scale
Excellent = 5

Good = 4

Fair = 3

Poor = 2

Organization

Terrible = 1

Comments

Introduction is helpful and tells you what to expect and focus on

Main points made clear
Presentation logically structured
Material pertinent to the subject (not rambling nor excessive)
Presentation neither too long nor too short
Content
Clear language; technical terms explained simply
Well researched not taken directly from a single textbook or website.
Good range of information included (not too obvious nor too specialized)
Clear explanations of main points
Helpful case studies and/or examples used to illustrate points
Communication Skills
Interesting and engaging manner
Appropriate expressions (avoiding, e.g., "um," "like," and "stuff" and cursing)
Did not read from notes excessively
Poise and posture professional manner
Helpful hand-outs, visual aids and/or multimedia
Questions and Discussion
Sufficient time left for questions and discussion
Good questions posed to class to generate discussion
Responsive attitude towards questions and comments
Questions answered appropriately and completely
Good management of discussion
Total points:

Points