(CCT): Stem Cell Research Discussion Rubric

Type of stem cell research is specified as adult or embryonic

Explanation of what makes a stem cell different than a regular cell is included

Where/how you get this type of stem cell is included

How this type of stem cell is beneficial for humans is included

Explanation of how cell structures and organelles interact with stem cells to maintain homeostasis is included

Artifact is persuasive in trying to gain funding rather than just statements of science

Letter, video, website/blog is the format of the artifact (or submitted "your choice" proposal form for preapproval)

All references are included

Replies to two peers, includes a statement justifying why student would or would not fund peers' research, at least 3 sentences in length