(CR): Cancer Discussion Rubric

Cause of the cancer is identified (genetic or environmental)

Evidence to support the claim that inheritable genetic variations may result from new genetic combinations through meiosis (crossing over, nondisjunction) or heritable mutations caused by environmental factors (radiation, chemicals, and viruses) is included

Discussion of tumors are and how are they formed on the molecular level is included

Discussion of treatment and statistics is included

Discussion of prevention is included

Latest research and/or next steps for research are included

Infographic, brochure, blog post, or speech is the format of the artifact (or submitted "your choice" proposal form for preapproval)

All references are included

Replies to two peers, at least 3 sentences in length