Mrs. BriggsExtra
Credit Ideas Mrs. Briggs
You may complete any of the extra credit assignments
from the following list during a given semester. These assignments may be
completed at any time during the semester, but are due no later than the last day of the nine weeks. The maximum points given for extra credit is
50 points. Extra credit is not applied
to chapter test grades.
1. Choose any topic we are studying and write song
lyrics. You may change the words to an existing song or create an original
song. Turn in a typed copy of the lyrics along with a tape or live performance
of the song. Perform your song for the class to receive maximum points. Content is important!
2. Choose any topic we are studying and write a poem.
Turn in a typed copy of your poem. You
may also choose to read your poem in front of the class. Content is important!
3. Choose any topic we are studying and create a
piece of artwork. This can be a detailed drawing, a model, a sculpture,
etc. Include a typed description of how your
artwork depicts the concepts involved. Content is important!
4. Choose any
topic we are talking about and create a poster board timeline. Include all relevant events and people. Remember content and neatness.
6. Watch an episode of Good Eats starring
Alton Brown on the Food Network. Episodes are usually aired multiple
times throughout the week. Check listings for specific times. Create a product
(essay, poster, pamphlet, flyer, etc.) to explain how chemistry relates to the
food discussed in that particular episode. Be sure to indicate the episode
number and food topic.
7. Come up with your own idea! Just be sure to get it approved by me in advance.